Tips For Using The Battery Pack - Sony Handycam DCR-PC7E Operating Instructions Manual

Tips for using the battery pack

This section shows you how you can get the most out of your battery pack.
Preparing the battery pack
Always carry additional batteries
Have sufficient battery pack power to do 2 to 3 times as much recording as you have
planned.
Battery life is shorter in a cold environment
Battery efficiency is decreased, and the battery will be used up more quickly, if you are
recording in a cold environment.
To save battery power
Do not leave the camcorder in Standby mode when not recording to save the battery
power.
A smooth transition between scenes can be made even if recording is stopped and
started again. While you are positioning the subject, selecting an angle, or looking at
the LCD screen or through the viewfinder, the lens moves automatically and the battery
is used. The battery is also used when a tape is inserted or removed.
When to replace the battery pack
While you are using your camcorder, the remaining battery indicator on the LCD screen
or in the viewfinder decreases gradually as battery power is used up [a].
The remaining time in minutes also appears.
[a]
When the remaining battery indicator reaches the lowest point, the i indicator appears
and starts flashing in the viewfinder.
When the i indicator in the viewfinder changes from slow flashing to rapid flashing
while you are recording, set the POWER switch to OFF on the camcorder and replace
the battery pack. Leave the tape in the camcorder to obtain a smooth transition between
scenes after the battery pack has been replaced.
Depending on conditions, the i indicator may flash, even if there are 5 to 10 minutes
remaining.
Notes on the rechargeable battery pack
Caution
Never leave the battery pack in temperatures above 60°C (140°F), such as in a car
parked in the sun or under direct sunlight.
The battery pack heats up
During charging or recording, the battery pack heats up. This is caused by energy that
has been generated and a chemical change that has occurred inside the battery pack.
This is not cause for concern, and is normal.
Tips for using the battery
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