Sony BC-VM10 Operating Instructions

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Battery Charger

Chargeur de Batterie

Operating Instructions

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BC-VM10

The BC-VM10 battery charger can only be used to charge an

"InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (M series).

"InfoLITHIUM" battery packs (M series) have the

This unit cannot be used to charge a nickel cadmium type or nickel

metal hydride type battery pack.

"InfoLITHIUM" is a trademark of Sony Corporation.



CHARGE lamp

Charger  mark





4-289-308-11(1)

Thank you for purchasing the Sony Battery charger.

Before operating this Battery charger, please read this manual thoroughly

and retain it for future reference.

Owner's Record

The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the

serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers

whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.

Model No. BC-VM10

WARNING

To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.

Do not expose the batteries to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the

like.

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock,

1) do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.

2) do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.

IMPORTANT SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS

-SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

DANGER

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR

ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY

FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS

If the shape of the plug does not fit the power outlet, use an attachment

plug adaptor of the proper configuration for the power outlet.

This power unit is intended to be correctly orientated in a vertical or

floor mount position.

The nameplate indicating operating voltage, power consumption, etc. is

located on the bottom.

Battery to be recharged for this product is follows

Brand Name

Battery Type

Rating

(Typical Capacity)

CAUTION

mark.

Use the nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when using this unit.

Even when the CHARGE lamp of this unit is off, the power is not

disconnected. If any trouble occurs while this unit is in use, unplug it

from the wall outlet (wall socket) to disconnect the power.

Do not use this unit in a narrow space such as between a wall and

furniture.

PRECAUTION

The set is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long

as it is connected to the wall outlet (wall socket), even if the set itself has

been turned off.

Power plug

NOTICE FOR THE CUSTOMERS IN THE U.S.A.

CAUTION

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly

approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this

equipment.

NOTE

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a

Battery pack

Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits

are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful

interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses,

and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used

in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to

radio communications.

Battery  mark

However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a

particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference

to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning

the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the

interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to

which the receiver is connected.

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Notes on Use

This unit does not have dust-proof, splash-proof or water-proof

specifications.

Warranty for Recorded Content

Contents of the recording cannot be compensated if recording or

playback is not made due to a malfunction of the battery pack, battery

charger, etc.

Where not to place this unit

Do not place this unit in any of the following locations, whether it is in

use or in storage. Doing so may lead to a malfunction.

In direct sunlight such as on dashboards or near heating apparatus, as

this unit may become deformed or malfunction

Where there is excessive vibration

Where there is strong electromagnetism or radiant rays

Where there is excessive sand

In locations such as the seashore and other sandy areas or where dust

clouds occur, protect this unit from sand and dust. There is a risk of

malfunction.

Precautions on Use

Attach the battery pack firmly to this unit when charging the battery

pack.

The battery terminal may be damaged if the battery pack is not

attached correctly.

To protect the battery pack, remove it from this unit when charging is

completed.

Do not drop or apply mechanical shock to this unit.

Keep this unit away from TVs or AM receivers.

Noise from this unit may enter a TV or radio if placed nearby.

Unplug this unit from the wall outlet (wall socket) after use. Hold this

unit when you unplug it from the wall outlet (wall socket).

Be sure that nothing metallic comes into contact with the metal parts of

this unit. If it does, a short may occur and this unit may be damaged.

The battery pack and this unit can become warm during or

immediately after recharging.

Maintenance

If this unit gets dirty, wipe it using a soft dry cloth.

If this unit gets very dirty, wipe it using a cloth with a little neutral

solvent added, and then wipe it dry.

Do not use thinners, benzine, alcohol, etc., as they will damage the

surface of this unit.

When you use a chemical cleaning cloth, refer to its instruction

manual.

Using a volatile solvent such as an insecticide or keeping this unit

in contact with a rubber or vinyl product for a long time may cause

deterioration or damage to this unit.

To Charge the Battery Pack

1 Attach the battery pack.

Keeping the battery mark  in the same direction as the charger mark

, insert the battery pack until it clicks into place. (See illustration

).

2 Pull the power plug up, and then connect it to a wall outlet

(wall socket).

Always connect the power plug with the prongs at the top (See

illustration ).

Do not connect the power plug with the prongs at the bottom (See

illustration ).

The CHARGE lamp (orange) lights up and charging begins.

When the CHARGE lamp goes out, normal charging is completed

(Normal charge).

For a full charge, which allows you to use the battery pack longer than

usual, leave the battery pack in place for approximately another one

hour (Full charge).

Serial No.

Sony

NP-FM500H

NP-FM50

NP-QM71D

NP-QM91D

DC 7.2 V

11.8 Wh

8.5 Wh

19.9 Wh

29.8 Wh

(1,650 mAh)

(1,180 mAh)

(2,760 mAh)

(4,140 mAh)

To remove the battery pack

Remove the battery pack by sliding it in the opposite direction to when

you attached it and lifting it straight out.

Charging time

Battery pack

NP-FM500H NP-FM50

Normal

charging time

175 min

130 min

(Approx.)

For more about the battery life, see the instruction manual of your

camera.

The charging time may differ depending on the condition of the battery

pack or the ambient temperature.

The times shown are for charging an empty battery pack, which

has been run down with a camera, using this unit at an ambient

temperature of 25 °C (77 °F).

Charging temperature

The temperature range for charging is 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F).

For maximum battery efficiency, the recommended temperature

range when charging is 10 °C to 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F).

To use the battery pack quickly

You can remove the battery pack from this unit and use it even if

charging is not completed. However, the charging time affects the time

that the battery pack can be used.

Notes

If the CHARGE lamp does not light up, check if the battery pack is

firmly attached to this unit.

When a fully charged battery pack is installed, the CHARGE lamp

lights up once and then goes out.

A battery pack that has not been used for a long time may take longer

than usual to charge.

You can use the battery charger in any country/region where the

power supply is from 100 V to 240 V AC, 50 Hz/60 Hz.

Do not use an electronic voltage transformer, as this may cause a

malfunction.

Troubleshooting

When the CHARGE lamp blinks, check through the following chart.

The CHARGE lamp blinks in two ways.

Blinks slowly: Turns on and off repeatedly every 1.5 seconds

Blinks quickly: Turns on and off repeatedly every 0.15 seconds

The action to be taken depends on the way the CHARGE lamp blinks.

When the CHARGE lamp keeps blinking slowly

Charging is pausing. This unit is in the standby state.

If the room temperature is out of the appropriate temperature range,

charging stops automatically.

When the room temperature returns to the appropriate range, the

CHARGE lamp lights up and charging restarts.

We recommend charging the battery pack at 10 °C to 30 °C (50 °F to

86 °F).

When the CHARGE lamp keeps blinking quickly

When charging the battery pack for the first time in one of the

following situations, the CHARGE lamp may blink quickly.

If this happens, remove the battery pack from this unit, reattach it and

charge it again.

 When the battery pack is left for a long time

 When the battery pack is left installed in the camera for a long time

 Immediately after purchase

If the CHARGE lamp keeps blinking quickly, check through the following

chart.

Remove the battery pack that is being charged and then rmly attach the same

battery pack again.

The CHARGE lamp blinks again:

The CHARGE lamp lights up and

Install another battery pack.

does not blink again:

If the CHARGE lamp goes out

because the charging time has

passed, there is no problem.

The CHARGE lamp blinks again:

The CHARGE lamp lights up and

e problem is with this unit.

does not blink again:

If the CHARGE lamp goes out

because the charging time has

passed, the problem is with the

battery pack rst installed.

Please contact your nearest Sony dealer in connection with the product that may

have a problem.

Specifications

Input rating

100 V - 240 V AC 50 Hz/60 Hz

14 VA - 20 VA 9 W

Output rating

Battery charge terminal:

8.4 V DC 750 mA

Operating temperature 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)

Storage temperature

–20 °C to +60 °C (–4 °F to +140 °F)

Dimensions (Approx.) 70 mm × 25 mm × 95 mm (w/h/d)

(2 7/8 in. × 1 in. × 3 3/4 in.)

Mass

Approx. 90 g (3.2 oz)

Included items

Battery Charger (BC-VM10A) (1)

Set of printed documentation

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

NP-QM71D NP-QM91D

280 min

465 min

Summary of Contents for Sony BC-VM10

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ˋ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Please contact your nearest Sony dealer in connection with the product that may Notes on Use have a problem. This unit does not have dust-proof, splash-proof or water-proof specifications.
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