Charging the built-in battery

The date/time set in the unit is maintained by the built-in battery.

If this unit is left without turning the power on, and then when you turn the power on and [BACKUP BATT EMPTY] is displayed on the viewfinder and LCD monitor for approximately 5 seconds, the built-in battery is exhausted.

The date of the internal clock of the unit resets to January 1, 2022 if the built-in battery is exhausted.

Charge the built-in battery with the following procedure.

1. Set the power switch to <OFF> to turn off the unit.

2. Connect a fully charged battery or the AC adaptor to the unit.

For details about the connection of the battery or AC adaptor (Attaching and removing the battery, Connecting to the AC outlet)

3. Leave the unit for approximately 24 hours.

The built-in battery will be charged.

The built-in battery recharges even when the power is on.

Check the date/time setting and the time code after charging. If [INTERNAL CLOCK HAS RESET] [<PLEASE SET TO CORRECT TIME>] is displayed on the STATUS screen of the mode check, set the date/time of the internal clock. (Setting the date/time of the internal clock)

4. Set the power switch to <ON> to turn on the unit, and confirm that [BACKUP BATT EMPTY] is not displayed on the LCD monitor.

If [BACKUP BATT EMPTY] is still displayed after charging, the built-in battery needs to be replaced. Consult your dealer.