When To Replace The Battery - Sony CCD-TR440PK Service Manual

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The playback mode is selected automatically according to ti_ recording system (SPILl) mode) in which
the tape was recorded.
Foreign 8 mm video
You cannot play software recorded on a different "IVcolor system. Because the TV color systems differ
from country to country, you may not be able to play back foreign pre-recorded software. Refer to page
39 to check the TV color system of foreign countries.
This section shows you how you can get the most out of your battery pack.
. P_paring 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 Cold Environment
Battery efficiency is decreased and the battery, will be used up more quickly if you are recording in cold
environment.
To Save Battery Power
Turn the STANDBY switch on the camcorder down when not recording to save battery power. [a] on
page 33.
A smooth transition between scenes can be made even if recording is stop/x_i and started again. While
positioning the subject, selecting an angle, or looking through the viewfinder lens, the lens moves
automatically and the battery is used. The battery is also used when a cassette is inserted or removed.
When to Replace the Battery
While you are using your camcorder in CAMERA mode, the remaining battery indicator decreases
gradually as battery power is used up.
When the remaining battery indicator reaches the lowest point, the e¢3indicator appears and starts
flashing in the viewfinder. [b]
When the c_O indicator in the viewfinder changes from slow flashing to rapid flashing while you are
recording, turn the POWER switch to OFF on the camcorder and replace the battery pack. Leave the tape
in the camcorder to obtain smooth transition between scenes after the battery is replaced.
Note on the remaining battery indicator
The remaining battery indicator of the camcorder may indicate a different remaining capacity from that
of the battery pack with the remaining battery indicator (not supplied). The indicator of the battery pack
is
more accurate.
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[b]
Notes on the Rechargeable Battery Pack
Caution
Never leave the battery pack in temperatures above 140 °F (60 °C), such as in a car parked in the sun or
under direct sunlight.
The Battery Heats Up
During charging or recording, the battery pack heats up. This is caused by energy that has been
generated and a chem cal 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
When theswitch is supplied withthebarrypack ([€} on p. 34)you can useit to find whether thebattery
pack is charged or not. 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).
The Life of the Battery Pack
If the (2Qindicator flashes rapidly iust after turning on the camcordrer with a fully charged battery pack,
the battery pack should be replaced with a new fully charged one.
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