Sony Handycam DCR-SX45 Operating Manual page 15

To charge with a computer
This function is useful if the AC Adaptor is not at hand.
 Turn off the power of your camcorder, then attach the battery.
 Connect your camcorder to the computer that is turned on with the Built-in USB Cable.
 When charging is finished, terminate the USB connection between your camcorder and
computer (p. 35).
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Notes
Correct operation with all computers is not guaranteed.
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Charging the battery or the connection with customized or hand-built computers is not guaranteed.
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Depending on the type of USB device used, charging may not function properly.
If you connect the camcorder to a notebook computer that is not connected to an AC power source, the
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battery of the notebook computer may be depleted rapidly. In this case, do not leave your camcorder
connected for a long time.
Tips
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You can charge your camcorder by using the Built-in USB Cable from the wall outlet (wall socket) with
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the USB charging AC adaptor AC-U501AD/AC-U50AG (sold separately). You cannot use Sony portable
power unit CP-AH2R/CP-AL (sold separately).
The USB charging AC adaptor may not be available in some countries/regions.
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The CHG (charge) lamp may not light when the battery is low. Charge with the AC adapter in such
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situation.
See page 55 on recording and playing time.
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When your camcorder is on, you can check the approximate amount of remaining battery power with the
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remaining battery indicator at the upper left on the LCD screen.
To remove the battery pack
Close the LCD screen. Slide the BATT (battery) release lever () and remove the battery
pack ().
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