Backup Battery - Sony PMW-F3L PMW-F3K Operating Instructions Manual

Notes on data compatibility with other
XDCAM EX-series products
• When you use other PMW-series products to
play materials recorded on the PMW-F3K/F3L,
any media in which clips of formats not
supported by those products have been recorded
cannot be used.
• The setting data (page 121) including picture
profiles of the PMW-F3K/F3L cannot be used
on other products.
• The setting data for other PMW-series products
cannot be used on the PMW-F3K/F3L.
Fragmentation
If pictures cannot be recorded/reproduced
properly, try formatting the recording medium.
While repeating picture recording/playback with
a certain recording medium for an extended
period, files in the medium may be fragmented,
disabling proper recording/storage. In such a
case, make a backup of clips in the medium then
perform formatting of the medium using "Format
Media" (page 119) of the OTHERS menu.

Backup Battery

This camcorder uses a backup battery to retain
various setting data.
A lithium battery (CR2032) for backup is
mounted in the camcorder at the factory.
The backup battery retains the date, time, and
timecode in Free Run mode even when no
operating power is being supplied.
Service life of the backup battery
When the backup battery's voltage falls, the
backup battery low-voltage warning appears on
the LCD monitor/viewfinder screen.
If this warning appears, replace the battery as
soon as possible.
WARNING
• Battery may explode if mistreated. Do not
recharge, disassemble, or dispose of in fire.
• Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat
such as sunshine, fire or the like.
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly
replaced. Replace only with the same or
equivalent type recommended by the
manufacturer.
When you dispose of the battery, you must obey
the law in the relative area or country.
Replacing the backup battery
Notes
• Be sure to set the power switch to OFF when
replacing the backup battery.
• Be careful not to drop the removed screw into
the camcorder.
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