Samsung SMX-F40RN-XAA - Manual (Page 34)


About the running time
• Times measured when using the camcorder at 77˚F (25˚C). As the environmental temperature and
conditions vary, the actual battery time may differ form the approximate times given in the table.
• The recording and playback time will be shorter depending on the conditions under which you use your
camcorder. In actual recording, the battery pack may discharge 2-3 times faster than this reference,
since the Record start/stop and Zoom are being operated, and playback is performed. Assume that the
recordable time with a fully charged battery pack is between 1/2 and 1/3 of the time in the table, so have
enough battery packs to allow for the time you are planning to record on the camcorder.
• The recording and playback time will be shorter when you use your camcorder in low temperatures.
On the battery pack
• The CHG (charging) lamp blinks during charging, or Battery Info will not be correctly displayed under the
following conditions:
- The battery pack is not inserted correctly.
- The battery pack is damaged.
- The battery pack is worn-out. (For the battery information only)
It is recommended that you use the AC power adaptor to power the camcorder from a household AC outlet
when you perform settings on it, play back, or edit images, or use it indoors. Make the same connections as
you do when charging the battery pack. page 19
Using an AC power source
• Be sure to use the specified AC power adaptor to power the camcorder.
Using other AC power adaptors could cause electric shock or result in fire.
• The AC power adaptor can be used around the world. An AC plug adaptor is required in some
foreign countries. If you need one, purchase it from your distributor.
• Before detaching the power source, make sure that the camcorder’s power is turned off.
Failure to do so can result in camcorder malfunction.
• Use a nearby wall outlet when using the AC power adaptor. Disconnect the AC power adaptor from
the wall outlet immediately if any malfunction occurs while using your camcorder.
• Do not use the AC power adaptor in a narrow space, such as between a wall and furniture.
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