Sony Handycam CCD-FX420 Operation Manual page 20

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Set the STANDBY switch of the camcorder down when not
recording to save battery power.
A smooth transition between scenes can be made even if
recording is stopped and started again.
While positioning the subject or selecting an angle, or
looking through the viewtinder lens, the lens moves
automatically inside the camcorder and the battery is used.
The battery is also used when a tape is inserted or removed.
When the Rechargeable Battery Pack Should Be Replaced
When the CX) indicator and red lamp in the viewfinder change from
slow blinking to rapid blinking while you are recording.
Turn off the power switch of the camcorder and replace the
battery pack.
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Before using the battery pack, charge it sufficiently.
A brand-new battery pack is not charged.
Make sure you use up the battery before recharging.
¢ If recording is completed before the CX] indicator appears in
the viewfinder, it is recommended that you remove the tape,
set the POWER switch to CAMERA. turn the STANDBY
switch up, and leave the camcorder on until the CX indicator
blinks rapidly.
« When you use the AC-S10 AC power adaptor. the DC-S10
car battery charger or BC-S10 portable battery charger, you
can discharge the battery with their discharging function.
© Repeated charging without using up the battery may
cause lowering of battery capacity. However, the original
battery capacity can be recovered if you fully discharge
(use up) and charge the battery again.
Recharge the battery pack after long storage.
Hf the battery pack is fully charged but not used for a long time {about 1 year), it becomes discharged.
Charge it again but in this case the battery life will be shorter than normal. After several charging and
discharging cycles, the battery life will recover its original capacity.
20 Basic Camera Operation