Sony MZ R37 Operating Instructions - Page 23

zPower sources Besides house current, you can use the recorder on: - two nickel-cadmium rechargeable batteries NC-AA (supplied) - two LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries (not supplied) It is preferable to use the recorder on house current when recording for a long time. Charging the nickelcadmium rechargeable batteries Before using the supplied NC-AA nickel cadmium rechargeable batteries for the first time, charge it in the recorder. 1 Connect the supplied AC power adaptor. to a wall outlet AC power adaptor (supplied) to DC IN 4.5V 2 Insert the rechargeable batteries into the recorder and close the lid. p•CHARGE Bottom 3 Press CHARGE. "Charge" flashes, n appears in the display, and charging starts. Full charging of the completely discharged rechargeable batteries takes about 2 hours. To cancel charging, press CHARGE. Notes •Do not charge any other rechargeable batteries than the supplied or optional Sony NC-AA nickel cadmium rechargeable batteries. •Be sure to use the supplied AC power adaptor. •Charging time may vary depending on the battery condition. •When a rechargeable battery is charged for the first time or charged after a long period of disuse, battery life may be shorter than usual. Repeat discharging and recharging a few times. The battery life should return to normal. •When the battery life of a fully charged rechargeable battery becomes about half the normal life, replace it. •When carrying the rechargeable batteries, keep them in the supplied carrying case. It is dangerous to carry the batteries out of their case in your pocket or a bag together with metallic objects such as key rings, as this may cause a short circuit. •Remove the rechargeable batteries from the recorder when they are not to be used for a long time. 23