Getting StartedPreparations23PreparationsGetting StartedCharging the Battery PackThe camcorder can be powered with abattery pack or directly using the compactpower adapter. Charge the battery packbefore use.1 Turn off the camcorder.2 Attach the battery pack to thecamcorder.• Open the LCD panel.• Slide in the connector end of thebattery in the direction of the arrow andpress it gently until it clicks.3 Connect the power cord to thecompact power adapter.4 Plug the power cord into a poweroutlet.5 Connect the compact power adapterto the camcorder’s DC IN terminal.• The CHG (charge) indicator startsflashing. The indicator will stay onwhen the charging is completed.• You can also use the compact poweradapter without attaching a batterypack.• When the compact power adapter isconnected, even if a battery isattached its power will not beconsumed.O NCE THE BATTERY IS FULLY CHARGED1 Disconnect the compact poweradapter from the camcorder.2 Unplug the power cord from thepower outlet and the compactpower adapter.Getting StartedBATT. switchBATT. switchDC IN terminalCHG(charge)indicator