Sony HXR-MC88 Operating Instructions - Page 105

About "Memory Stick" media Types of "Memory Stick" media Recording/ Playback "Memory Stick Duo" - (with MagicGate) "Memory Stick PRO Duo" Yes (Mark2) "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" Yes • This unit does not support 8-bit parallel data transfer, but supports 4-bit parallel data transfer equivalent to Memory Stick PRO Duo media. • This product cannot record or play data that uses "MagicGate" technology. "MagicGate" is a copyright protection technology that records and transfers the contents in an encrypted format. About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack Your camcorder operates only with an "InfoLITHIUM" V series battery pack of a large capacity, such as the NP-FV50A. "InfoLITHIUM" V series battery packs have the mark. What is an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack? An "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack is a lithium-ion battery pack that has functions for communicating information related to operating conditions between your camcorder and a supplied AC Adaptor. The "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack displays the remaining battery time in % according to the operating situations of your camcorder. To use the battery pack effectively • Battery pack performance decreases when the ambient temperature is 10 °C (50 °F) or below, and the length of time you can use the battery pack becomes shorter. In that case, do one of the following to use the battery pack for a longer time. - Put the battery pack in a pocket to warm it up, and install it in your camcorder right before you start taking shots. • Make sure to turn off the camcorder when you are not recording or playing back. The battery pack is also consumed when your camcorder is in recording standby or playback pause. • Have spare battery packs ready for 2 or 3 times the expected recording time, and make trial recordings before making the actual recording. • Do not expose the battery pack to water. The battery pack is not water resistant. About the remaining battery indicator • Check the level with the following indicators and % displayed on the LCD screen. Battery remaining indicator % 81% to 100% 51% to 80% 21% to 50% 1% to 20% - • The displayed level may not be correct under certain circumstances. • When the power goes off even though the remaining battery percent indicator indicates that the battery pack has enough power to operate, charge the battery pack fully again. Remaining battery percent will be indicated correctly. Note, however, that the battery indication will not be restored if it is used in high temperatures for a long time, or if left in a fully charged state, or when the battery pack is frequently used. Use the remaining battery percent indication as a rough guide only. About storage of the battery pack • If the battery pack is not used for a long time, fully charge the battery pack and use it up on your camcorder once a year to maintain proper function. To store the battery pack, remove it from your camcorder and put it in a dry, cool place. • To discharge the battery pack on your camcorder completely, leave your camcorder in recording standby until the power goes off. Additional Information Continued , 105