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DCR-PC7E 3-858-632-12E (E32)
Getting started
Battery life
While using with viewfinder
Battery pack` Continuous recording time ** Typical recording time ***
NP-F100 55 (45) 30 (25)
(supplied)
NP-F200 100 (85) 50 (45)
While using with LCD
Battery Continuous recording Typical recording Playing time
pack time ** time *** with LCD
NP-F100 45 (40) 25 (20) 50 (45)
(supplied)
NP-F200 75 (70) 40 (35) 90 (80)
Numbers in parentheses indicate the time when you use a normal charged battery pack.
When using both the viewfinder and the LCD screen, the battery life is shorter.
When recording in a cold environment, the battery life is shorter.
** Approximate number of minutes to record at normal temperature
*** Approximate number of minutes when recording with repeated recording start/
stop, standby, zooming and turning the power on/off. The actual battery life may
be shorter.
Note on remaining battery time indication during recording
Remaining battery time is displayed on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. It may not
be displayed properly, however, depending on the conditions and circumstances of use.
To remove the battery pack
While holding the battery pack firmly, press the
button on the AC power adpator and take out the
battery pack in the direction of the arrow.
When removing the battery pack
Be careful not to drop it.
Notes on charging the battery pack
• The CHARGE lamp will remain lit for a while even if the battery pack is removed
and the power cord is unplugged after charging the battery pack. This is normal.
• If the CHARGE lamp does not light, disconnect the power cord. After about one
minute, reconnect the power cord again.
• You cannot charge the battery pack while operating the camcorder using the AC
power adaptor.
• When a fully charged battery pack is installed, the CHARGE lamp will light once,
then go out.
