Sony Handycam DCR-HC28 Operating Manual page 55

The CHG (charge) lamp flashes while the battery pack is being charged.
• Attach the battery pack to the camcorder correctly (p. 12). If the problem persists, disconnect
the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet and contact your Sony dealer. The battery pack may be
worn-out.
The power turns off frequently although the remaining battery time indicator
indicates that the battery pack has enough power to operate.
• A problem has occurred in the remaining battery time indicator, or the battery pack has not
been charged enough. Fully charge the battery again to correct the indication (p. 12).
The remaining battery time indicator does not indicate the correct time.
• Ambient temperature is too high or too low, or the battery pack has not been charged enough.
This is not a malfunction.
• Fully charge the battery again. If the problem persists, the battery may be worn-out. Replace
it with a new one (p. 12, 66).
• The indicated time may not be correct in certain circumstances. For example, when you open
or close the LCD panel, it takes about 1 minute to display the correct remaining battery time.
The battery pack discharges too quickly.
• Ambient temperature is too high or too low, or the battery pack has not been charged enough.
This is not a malfunction.
• Fully charge the battery again. If the problem persists, the battery may be worn-out. Replace
it with a new one (p. 12, 66).
A problem occurs when the camcorder is connected to the AC Adaptor.
• Turn off the power, and disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet. Then, connect it
again.
LCD screen/viewfinder
A rippling effect appears on the LCD screen when you touch it.
• This is not a malfunction. Do not press hard on the LCD screen.
An unknown picture appears on the LCD screen or viewfinder.
• The camcorder is in [DEMO MODE] (p. 47). Touch the LCD screen or insert a cassette to
cancel [DEMO MODE].
An unknown indicator appears on the screen.
• A warning indicator or message appears on the screen (p. 61).
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