Power Supply; Charging The Battery - Panasonic HX-A1M Operating Instructions Manual

Preparation

Power supply

Charging the battery

When this unit is purchased, the battery is not charged. Charge the battery fully before
using this unit for the first time.
≥ This unit has a built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery. Do not remove except when
disposing of this unit.
≥ It is recommended to charge the battery in a temperature between 10 oC and 30 oC.
≥ When this unit is turned on, it takes longer than usual to charge the battery.
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A USB cable (supplied)
B Turn the side with the symbol up to connect the micro B end of the USB cable to the USB
terminal of this unit.
1
Rotate the terminal cover (waterproof) in the direction of the arrow to remove it.
≥ It is not necessary to remove the terminal cover when using the terminal cover (USB connection) (supplied).
2
Connect the USB terminal of this unit to a PC with the USB cable (supplied).
≥ Insert the connector all the way in until it touches the end.
* When the connector is inserted to the end, even though the metal portion of the connector will be
slightly visible, the USB cable is connected correctly. Do not apply too much force as doing so
may cause malfunctions.
≥ The Power lamp will flash red at an interval of 2 seconds (approximately 1 second on, 1 second
off), indicating that charging has begun.
It will turn off when the charging is completed.
≥ When the charging is complete, disconnect the USB cable from this unit and rotate the terminal cover
(waterproof) in the opposite direction of Step 1 to attach it. Tighten it firmly to ensure that it is not loose.
≥ Do not use any other USB cables except the supplied one. (Operation is not guaranteed with any
other USB cables.)
≥ Do not heat or expose to flame.
≥ Do not leave the unit (including built-in battery) in a car exposed to direct sunlight for a long
period of time with doors and windows closed.
≥ If the operating time is very short even after the battery has been recharged, the battery has worn out.
≥ When the PC is in a power saving mode such as a standby state, the battery may not be charged.
Cancel the power saving mode, and connect this unit again.
≥ Operation is not guaranteed when devices are connected through USB hubs or by using
extension cables.
≥ Operation cannot be guaranteed on all devices having a USB terminal.
≥ When this unit is turned on, the power lamp stays lit even if charging is in progress.
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