JVC DX97US Instruction Manual - Page 11

GETTING STARTED EN 11 Power This camcorder's 2-way power supply system lets you choose the most appropriate source of power. Do not use provided power supply units with other equipment. Charging The Battery Pack Tabs Notches POWER/CHARGE lamp Power switch Open the cover. ● If the battery operation time remains extremely short even after having been fully charged, the battery is worn out and needs to be replaced. Please purchase a new one. ● Since the AC Adapter processes electricity internally, it becomes warm during use. Be sure to use it only in wellventilated areas. ● Using the optional AA-V100 AC Power Adapter/Charger, you can charge the BN-V107U/V114U battery pack without the camcorder. However, it cannot be used as an AC Adapter. ● After 5 minutes has elapsed in Record-Standby mode with the cassette inserted, the camcorder will automatically turn off its power supplied from the AC adapter. In this case, the battery charge starts if the battery is attached to the camcorder. GETTING STARTED Using The Battery Pack Perform steps 2 - 4 in "Charging The Battery Pack". Battery pack Maximum continuous recording time To DC connector Battery pack LCD monitor on Viewfinder on AC Adapter BN-V107U* BN-V114U 1 hr. 15 min. 2 hr. 30 min. 1 hr. 35 min. 3 hr. 10 min. * Provided BATT. RELEASE Power cord To AC outlet 1 Set the Power Switch to "OFF". 2 Align the battery pack's two notches with the tabs on the camcorder's battery pack mount. 3 Insert the terminal end a of the battery pack into the battery pack mount. 4 Firmly push the end b of the battery pack until it locks into place. 5 Connect the AC Adapter to the camcorder. 6 Plug the AC Adapter into an AC outlet. The POWER/ CHARGE lamp on the camcorder blinks to indicate charging has started. 7 When the POWER/CHARGE lamp goes out, charging is finished. Unplug the AC Adapter from the AC outlet. Disconnect the AC Adapter from the camcorder. To detach the battery pack While sliding BATT. RELEASE, remove the battery pack. NOTES: ● Recording time is reduced significantly under the following conditions: • Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged repeatedly. • The LCD monitor is used repeatedly. • The playback mode is engaged repeatedly. • The LED Light is used. ● Before extended use, it is recommended that you prepare enough battery packs to cover 3 times the planned shooting time. ATTENTION: Before detaching the power source, make sure that the camcorder's power is turned off. Failure to do so can result in a camcorder malfunction. Using AC Power Connect the AC Adapter to the camcorder as shown in the illustration. NOTE: The provided AC Adapter features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V. About Batteries Battery pack Charging time BN-V107U* Approx. 1 hr. 30 min. BN-V114U Approx. 3 hr. * Provided NOTES: ● If the protective cap is attached to the battery pack, remove it first. ● During charging, the camcorder cannot be operated. ● Charging is not possible if the wrong type of battery is used. ● When charging the battery pack for the first time or after a long storage period, the POWER/CHARGE lamp may not light. In this case, remove the battery pack from the camcorder, then try charging again. DANGER! Do not attempt to take the batteries apart, or expose them to flame or excessive heat, as it may cause a fire or explosion. WARNING! Do not allow the battery or its terminals to come in contact with metals, as this can result in a short circuit and possibly start a fire. The Benefits Of Lithium-Ion Batteries Lithium-ion battery packs are small but have a large power capacity. However, when one is exposed to cold temperatures (below 10°C/50°F), its usage time becomes shorter and it may cease to function. If this happens, place the battery pack in your pocket or other warm, protected place for a short time, then re-attach it to the camcorder.