Panasonic AG-HMC80P Camcorder User Manual


 
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Preparation
The battery does not come ready charged when
the camera is purchased. Charge the battery
before use.
It is recommended that you keep one extra battery
as a spare.
1
Connect the power cable to the AC adaptor.
Disconnect the DC cable.
(Battery cannot be charged if DC cable is
connected.)
Insert until fully in place.
2
Insert the battery.
Charging lamp [CHARGE]
Align the battery with the
mark and insert fully.
Charging lamp
On: Charging in progress
Off: Charging complete
Flashing: See below
If charging lamp is flashing
Check that there is no dirt, dust, or other
substances attached to the connectors on the
battery or AC adaptor, and ensure that the adapter
has been connected correctly.
If there is dirt or dust on the connectors,
disconnect the power plug from the socket before
cleaning.
If the charging lamp continues to flash, there
may be a fault with the battery or the AC adaptor.
Please consult with the place of purchase.
Charging time and available recording time
(Approx.)
Battery
model
Voltage/
capacity
Charging
time
Maximum
continuous
recording time
VW-VBG260
(included)
7.2 V/
2640/2500
(typ./min.)
mAh
Approx.
170 min.
Approx.
85 min.
VW-VBG6
(optional)
7.2 V/
5800/5400
(typ./min.)
mAh
Approx.
350 min.
Approx.
170 min.
The figures in the table above are guidelines
for use in normal temperature conditions
(temperature 25 °C (77 °F), humidity 60 %).
Charging may take longer in higher or lower
temperatures.
Charging may take longer if the battery has not
been in use for a long period of time.
The maximum continuous recording times given
here assume that the camera is recording in DV
mode with no external devices connected.
Available recording time may vary according to
usage conditions.
Charging times are based on charging batteries
from an empty state.
Recharging the battery
Recharging
Preparation