Sony Handycam Video8 CCD-TRV30 Operation Manual page 81

Notes on the Rechargeable Battery Pack
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.
Battery Pack Care
* Remove the battery pack from the camcorder after using the battery pack, and keep it in a cool
place. When the battery pack is attached to the camcorder, a small amount of current flows to the
camcorder even if the POWER switch is set to OFF, which shortens battery life.
* The battery pack is always discharging even when it is not in use after charging. Therefore, you
should charge the battery right before using the camcorder.
How to Use the Switch on the Battery Pack
This switch is provided so that you can mark the charged battery pack. Set the switch to the "no mark"
position when charging is completed. Set the switch to the "red mark" position when the battery is
used up (or in whichever direction you want to remind yourself). [b]
The Life of the Battery Pack
If the ©Q indicator flashes rapidly just after turning on the camcorder with a fully charged battery pack,
the battery pack should be replaced with a new fully charged one.
Charging Temperature
You should charge batteries at temperatures from 50°F to 86°F (from 10°C to 30°C). Lower
temperatures require a longer charging time.
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