Model 130 Moviecorder (160-0830) Power Faxback Doc. # 19855 You can power the camcorder from any of three sources--the supplied battery pack, the supplied AC adapter/charger, or your vehicle's battery (with an options DC adapter, not supplied). NOTE: Your camcorder has a built-in rechargeable battery in addition to the battery pack. This battery protects the camcorder's date and time and any titles you created. You should recharge this battery about every 2 months. To recharge the battery, slide POWER to OFF and leave a power source connected to the camcorder for about 24 hours. Using the Battery Pack You can power the camcorder using the supplied battery pack. However, you must charge the battery pack before you use it. Charging the Battery Pack CAUTION: Use only the supplied AC adapter/charger to charge the battery pack. Use of any other adapter/charger could damage the battery pack. Also, do not use the AC adapter/charger to charge any battery pack other than the type supplied. Follow these steps to charge the battery pack with the supplied AC adapter/ charger: 1. Make sure the auxiliary power cord is not connected to the AC adapter/ charger. NOTE: The battery pack will not charge if the auxiliary power cord is connected to the AC adapter/charger. 2. Align the marks on both sides of the battery pack with the marks on both sides of the AC adapter/charger. 3. Gently press the battery pack against the AC adapter/charger, then slide the battery pack toward you until it locks into place. CAUTION: The battery pack fits only one way onto the AC adapter/charger. Do not force it. 4. Plug the AC adapter/charger's power cord into a standard AC outlet. The POWER and CHARGE indicators on the AC adapter/charger light, and charging begins. When the battery pack is fully charged, the CHARGE indicator turns off. CAUTION: If the battery pack is hot, wait until it cools before connecting it to the AC adapter/charger. Otherwise, the CHARGE indicator might not light. NOTES: If the POWER and CHARGE indicators on the AC adapter/charger flash, remove the battery pack from the AC adapter/charger, then re-attach it. If both indicators continue to flash, you need a new battery pack. It takes about 2 hours to fully charge the battery pack, but the exact charging time depends on the ambient temperature and the condition of the battery pack. 5. When the battery pack is fully charged, remove it from the AC adapter/ charger by sliding it away from you. Then disconnect the AC adapter/ charger from the AC outlet. Attaching the Battery Pack to the Camcorder 1. Align the marks on both sides of the battery pack with the marks on the sides of the camcorder. 2. Gently press the battery pack against the camcorder, then slide the battery pack down until it clicks and locks in place. CAUTION: The battery pack fits only one way onto the camcorder. Do not force it. Removing the Battery Pack from the Camcorder 1. Slide POWER to OFF to turn off the camcorder. 2. While pressing and holding down BATTERY, slide the battery pack up to remove it. CAUTION: Always stop the tape and turn off the camcorder before you remove the battery pack. You might damage the tape if you remove the battery pack during recording or playback. Battery Status Indicators When the battery pack is fully charged, a clear battery symbol appears in the viewfinder when you slide POWER to CAMERA. As the battery's power is used, a half-shaded battery symbol appears in the viewfinder. When the battery is low, a fully shaded battery symbol blinks in the viewfinder. Then, after a few seconds, the camcorder turns itself off. Recharge the battery pack or power the camcorder from the supplied AC adapter/charger or an options DC adapter. NOTE: You can order additional battery packs from your local Radio Shack store so you can use one battery while you charge another. Replacing the Battery Pack While Recording You can replace the battery pack with a fresh one while recording. 1. If the fully shaded battery symbol flashes in the viewfinder during recording, press REC/PAUSE to stop recording. 2. If the camcorder is still on, slide POWER to OFF. The POWER indicator turns off. CAUTION: Be sure the POWER indicator is off before you remove the battery pack. 3. Remove the old battery pack and attach a fresh one. 4. Slide POWER to CAMERA. The POWER indicator turns on. 5. Press REC/PAUSE to continue recording from the same place as before. Battery Usage Hints Recording with many starts and stops, frequent zooming, and recording in low temperatures might shorten battery life. Be sure to slide POWER on the camcorder to OFF when not recording. Do not use the camcorder with a low or discharged battery pack attached. This might cause the camcorder to automatically stop during recording or playback, possibly damaging the tape, battery pack, and camcorder. The camcorder consumes a small amount of battery power even when POWER is set to OFF. If you are not going to use the camcorder for a long time, remove the battery pack from the camcorder. Recharge the battery pack immediately after you record. Leaving the battery discharged can damage it, preventing further recharging and use. If you recharged the battery pack then stored it for a long period of time, recharge it again before you connect it to the camcorder. Batteries stored for an extended time lose some power, resulting in decreased battery life and recording time. Recharge the battery pack at least once every 6 months, even when it is not used. Store the battery pack in a dry, cool place. IMPORTANT: This product contains a rechargeable lead-acid battery. At the end of the battery's useful life, it must be recycled or disposed of properly. Contact your local, county, or state hazardous waste management authorities for information on recycling or disposal programs in your area. Some options that might be available are: municipal curb-side collection, drop- off boxes at retailers, recycling collection centers, and mailback programs. Using the AC Adapter/Charger 1. Connect one end of the supplied auxiliary power cord to the AC adapter/ charger's DC OUTPUT jack. 2. Connect the other end of the auxiliary power cord to the DC IN jack on the back of the camcorder. 3. Plug the AC adapter/charger's power cord into an AC outlet. CAUTION: The supplied AC adapter/charger is specially designed for use with your camcorder. Never use it to power any other device. Using an Optional DC Adapter Using an optional DC adapter (Radio Shack's CMC No. T16-CC70A), you can power the camcorder with your vehicle's battery. CAUTIONS: Your vehicle must have a 12-volt, negative-ground electrical system. The recommended DC adapter is specially designed for use with your camcorder. Never use it to power any other device. Use only the recommended DC adapter to power the camcorder from your vehicle. Using a DC adapter other than the recommended DC adapter could seriously damage your camcorder and the DC adapter. Always connect the DC adapter to the camcorder before you plug it into your vehicle's cigarette-lighter socket, and unplug the DC adapter from the cigarette-lighter socket before you unplug it from the camcorder. Follow these steps to power the camcorder from your vehicle's battery: 1. Connect the DC adapter's barrel plug to the DC IN jack on the back of the camcorder. 2. Plug the DC adapter into your vehicle's cigarette-lighter socket. NOTES: Be sure to push the plug completely into the cigarette-lighter socket. Be sure the socket is free from ashes and other debris. (EB 2/26/96)