Powering the GL. Canon DM-GL1, GL1, GL-1, D17-3712-251 - GL1 Camcorder - 270 KP

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Powering the GL1

Before operating your camera, you will need to use the power adapter to: provide power from an AC outlet or charge a battery pack

Notes:

• The power adapter converts current from a household power socket (100–240 V AC, 50–60 Hz) to the

DC current 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 the TV or the antenna cable.

Connecting the camera to an AC outlet

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Use 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.

• Extend the viewfinder and rotate it upwards.

• Align the edge of the DC coupler with the line on the camera.

• Slide the coupler down 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 BATTERY RELEASE button, while you slide the coupler up.

• Always turn the camera off and raise the viewfinder before removing the power source.

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Charging and attaching the battery pack

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Your battery pack was partially charged before it left the factory. It should have enough power for you to check that your camera is working properly. However, you must charge the battery pack fully if you want it to power the camera for more than a few minutes.

1. Attach the battery pack to the power adapter.

• Make sure the DC coupler is not connected.

• Align the triangle on the battery pack with the line on the power adapter.

• Slide the battery across until it clicks into place.

2. Plug the adapter into an AC outlet.

• The charge indicator flashes red to show that charging is in progress. Single flashes mean that the battery pack is less than 50% charged. Double flashes mean that it is between 50% and 75% charged. Triple flashes mean that it is more than 75% charged.

• The indicator glows steadily when the battery pack is fully charged.

3. Take the battery pack off the adapter and attach it to the camera.

• Extend the viewfinder and rotate it upwards.

• Align the triangle on the battery pack with the line on the camcorder, then slide the battery in the direction of the arrow until it clicks into place.

4. Remove the battery pack after use.

• Press and hold the BATTERY RELEASE button, while you slide the battery up.

• Always turn the camera off and raise the viewfinder before removing the power source.

Notes:

• You can find detailed notes for using the batteries in the “Notes on Using the Batteries” on p. 83. These notes include charging and recording times and how to charge the backup battery.

• Using the optional CH-910 Dual Battery Charger/Holder you can power the camera from two battery packs for longer continuous recording. You can exchange the battery packs independently without cutting the power to the camcorder. In addition, the CH-910 can charge two batteries consecutively when it is connected to an AC outlet.

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CA-910 Compact Power Adapter

Specifications

Power supply

Power consumption

Rated output

100–240 V AC, 50–60 Hz

16 W

Adapter mode: 6.0 V, 1.7 A DC

Charger mode: 8.4 V, 1.2 A DC

Operating temperature range 32°F–104°F (0°C–40°C)

Dimensions 2 1 /

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5

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1 3 /

4 in (63

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127.5

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43 mm)

Weight 10 7 /

8 oz (310 g)

Weight and dimensions are approximate.

Errors and omissions excepted.

Subject to change without notice.

When replacement or repair of any product including power supply is required, please return it to the nearest authorized Canon Service Center and have it repaired or replaced with the same number product or equivalent.

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