Preparation13EPowering the XL1Before operating your camera, you will need to use the power adapter to:provide power from an AC outletorcharge a battery packNotes:• The power adapter converts current from a household power socket (100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz) to the DCcurrent used by your camera.• If the adapter is used next to a TV, it may cause the TV to emit noise — move the adapter away from theTV or the antenna cable.Connecting the camera to an AC outlet123 4Use the power adapter and the DC coupler to provide your camera with instant power from an AC outlet.1. Attach the DC coupler to the camera.• Align the triangle on the DC coupler with the line on the camera.• Slide the coupler up in the direction of the arrow, until it clicks into place.2. Connect the DC coupler to the adapter.3. Plug the adapter into an AC outlet.4. Detach the DC coupler after use.• Press and hold the BATT. RELEASE button, while you slide the coupler down.• Always turn the camera off before removing the power source.When replacement or repair of any product including power supply is required, please return it to thenearest authorized Canon Service Center and have it repaired or replaced with the same number productor equivalent.
