Sony MVC-FD200 Operating Instructions - Page 87

Additional information Effective use of the battery pack • Battery performance decreases in low-temperature surroundings. So, the time that the battery pack can be used is shorter in cold places. We recommend the following to use the battery pack longer: - Put the battery pack in a pocket close to your body to warm it up, and insert it in your camera immediately before you start taking shots. - Use the large capacity battery pack (NP-F550, optional). • Frequently using the LCD panel or frequently operating the zoom wears out the battery pack faster. We recommend using the large capacity battery pack (NP-F550, optional). • Be certain to turn the POWER switch to off when not taking shots or playing back on your camera. • Procure spare batteries that can last two or three times longer than the expected recording time. Also, make a trial recording before you record the actual images. • Do not expose the battery pack to water. The battery pack is not waterresistant. Remaining battery time indicator • If the power goes off although the battery remaining indicator indicates that the battery pack has enough power to operate, charge the battery pack fully again so that the indication on the battery remaining indicator is correct. Note, however, that the correct battery indication sometimes will not be restored if it is used in high temperatures for a long time or left in a fully charged state, or the battery pack is frequently used. Regard the remaining battery time indication as the approximate shooting time. • The E mark indicating there is little remaining battery time sometimes flashes depending on the operating conditions or ambient temperature and environment even if the remaining battery time is 5 to 10 minutes. How to store the battery pack • If the battery pack is not used for a long time, do the following procedure once per year to maintain proper function. 1. Fully charge the battery. 2. Discharge on your camera. 3. Remove the battery from your camera and store it in a dry, cool place. • To use the battery pack up on your camera, leave the POWER switch to on in PLAY mode until the power goes off without a floppy disk or a "Memory Stick" inserted. Battery life • The battery life is limited. Battery capacity decreases little by little as you use it more and more, and as time passes. When the battery operating time is shortened considerably, a probable cause is that the battery pack has reached the end of its life. Please buy a new battery pack. • The battery life varies according to how it is stored and operating conditions and environment for each battery pack. 87