Backup battery – Sony PMW-F3K User Manual
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Backup Battery
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Notes on data compatibility with other 
XDCAM EX-series products
• When you use other PMW-series products to
play materials recorded on the PMW-F3K/F3L, 
any media in which clips of formats not 
supported by those products have been recorded 
cannot be used.
• The setting data (page 131) including picture
profiles of the PMW-F3K/F3L cannot be used 
on other products.
• The setting data for other PMW-series products
cannot be used on the PMW-F3K/F3L.
Fragmentation
If pictures cannot be recorded/reproduced 
properly, try formatting the recording medium.
While repeating picture recording/playback with 
a certain recording medium for an extended 
period, files in the medium may be fragmented, 
disabling proper recording/storage. In such a 
case, make a backup of clips in the medium then 
perform formatting of the medium using “Format 
Media” (page 130) of the OTHERS menu.
This camcorder uses a backup battery to retain 
various setting data.
A lithium battery (CR2032) for backup is 
mounted in the camcorder at the factory.
The backup battery retains the date, time, and 
timecode in Free Run mode even when no 
operating power is being supplied.
Service life of the backup battery
When the backup battery’s voltage falls, the 
backup battery low-voltage warning appears on 
the LCD monitor/viewfinder screen.
If this warning appears, replace the battery as 
soon as possible.
• Battery may explode if mistreated. Do not
recharge, disassemble, or dispose of in fire.
• Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat
such as sunshine, fire or the like.
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly 
replaced. Replace only with the same or 
equivalent type recommended by the 
manufacturer.
When you dispose of the battery, you must obey 
the law in the relative area or country.
Replacing the backup battery
Notes
• Be sure to set the power switch to OFF when
replacing the backup battery.
• Be careful not to drop the removed screw into
the camcorder.
Backup Battery
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