How To Use; Specifications - Sony BCG-34HLD Operating Instructions

Customer Service
Phone' (956) 795-4552 U.S.A.
e-mail: snl.service@am.sony.com
INTERNET http.llwww.sony.com/battery
Customer Service in Canada
Phone: 1-(877)-899-7669
Do not drop. place heavy weight on, or allow strong impact to the charger.
Do not disassemble or reassemble the charger.
Children should only use the charger under adult supervision.
Operating Temperature' 32°F - 95°F (O"C - 35°C). To optimize charging capaCity, charge the
batteries in temperatures between 50"F . 86°F (lOOC - 30°C).
Do not expose the charger to direct sunlight or water.
Keep away from high temperatures or humidity.
While in use. do not cover the charger with materials such as blankets.
Instructions for the Ni-MH rechargeable batteries
The contact surface of the batteries and the charger must always be kept clean.
The standard Ni-MH batteries (with Green Cycle Energy logo) are not charged. It is necessary
to charge the batteries before using them for the first time.
Do not mix batteries of different capacity, type, or brand.
Do not use batteries which are charged at different times. Always keep rechargeable batteries
together as a set. Replace the whole set.
Do not mix old batteries with new ones.
Do not expose the batteries to water.
Do not heat the batteries or dispose of them in fire.
Do not tear off the jacket label.
Do not disassemble or reassemble the batteries.
Do not short-circuit the batteries. To avoid short·circuiting, keep the batteries away from all
metal objects (e.g. coins. hair-pins, keys. etc.).
If the batteries are stored without use, either partially charged or fully discharged for 6 months
or longer, they may require several cycles of charging and discharging in order to attain their
original charge capacity.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
DANGER - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC
SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUTIONS.
For connection to a supply not in the U.S.A., usc an attachment plug adaptor of the proper
configuration for the power outlet, if needed.
Sony Power Charger
You have just purchased the Sony Power Charger, the battery charger that will provide your
batteries with outstanding power and performance for your electronic devices. Sony's Power
Charger has the following features:
Leading Features
1: Voltage monitoring function
2, Safety timer
3: Detection of non-rechargeable batteries
Worldwide Voltage AC 100 V - 240 V
Please read the folloWing instructions carefully before use.
The Sony Power Charger should be used only with Sony AA or AAA size Ni-MH batteries that
are marked "rechargeable:'
Partsla)
[I]
LED indicator
[Z]
Compartment
How to insert and charge the rechargeable batteries 1m)
1 Insert the Sony AA or AAA size Ni-MH rechargeable balleries into the charger,
ensuring proper alignment of the
+
and - terminals.
Any combination of AA and AAA rechargeable balleries is possible.
AA: 1 - 4 balleries AAA: 1 - 4 balleries
The charger then can be plugged into the proper AC outlet (standard 100 V -
240 V).
The orange LED indicator will light up
10
signal that the charging process has begun.
The LED indicator will turn off when the balteries are fully charged.
Please refer to the chart below for charging times.
This power unit is intended to be correctly oriented in a vertical or floor mount position.
Charging Time
BallryType
1-4 balleries
Nickel-Metal Hydride Ballery
Cycle Energy
lNH-AA (2100 mAh)
Approx. 7 hours
Multi-Usc
INH-AAA (800 mAh)
INH-AA (1000 mAh) Approx. 3 hours
BallryType
1-4 balleries
Nickel-Metal Hydride Ballery
Cycle Energy
INH -AA (2700 mAh) Approx. 8 hours
INH·AA (2500 mAh)
High Capacity
INH-AAA (900 mAh)
Approx. 7 hours
The above time is an approximation in temperature conditions ranging from 50°F _ 86°F (lOOe
- 30°C). Charging time
will
vary depending on the charging conditions and remaining capacity
of the rechargeable battery.
The balleries are now ready for use. Unplug the charger from the AC outlet and
remove the balleries from the charger.
Notes
If the LED indicator does not turn on, please refer to the troubleshooting chart.
• The batteries must be inserted before the charger is plugged into the outlet.
• The batteries should never be stored in the charger when not being charged.
Troubleshooting
LED
Possible Cause Solution
Indicator
Blinking The life of the rechargeable
Insert a new rechargeable battery.
battery has expired.
Charging incorrect types of Charge only
Ni~MH
rechargeable batteries.
batteries.
Does Rechargeable battery is not Insert Ni-MH rechargeable baltery properly.
not inserted properly. Align
+
and - terminals.
turn on
Contact surface of rechargeable Clean the + and - terminal of the rechargeable
battery may not be clean. battery and charger with a dry cloth.
Contact surface of the plug Clean the plug with a dry cloth.
may not be good. Try another AC outlet.
Contact your Sony Service Representative in case you have further questions.
WARNING
Use only Sony AA or AAA size Ni·MH rechargeable batteries.
Never charge other types of batteries, such as Alkaline or Carbon Zinc as this may cause
them to become hot, leak or rupture. causing personal injury or property damage.
The charger and batteries may become hot when charging. This is normal. Use caution
when handling.
Use the charger properly to avoid electric shock.
CAUTION
The battery charger is for indoor use only. Never expose the charger to rain or snow.
The charger should De disconnected from the outlet when the charging process is complete
or when the charger is not in use.
Specifications
Outlet input voltage:
Input frequency,
Charging output:
Operating temperature:
Dimensions:
Weight
AC 100 V - 240 V
50/60 Hz
DC
1.2
V, 360 rnA (AA) X 4,140 rnA (AAA) X 4
32°F - 95°F (O"C - 35°C)
65 X 105 X 28 mm
2 sl, X 4 11, X I lis inches (W/LlH)
100 g
I
3.5 oz (batteries not included)