SONY BC-TRM
Owner's Manual

English 3-082-362-11(1)

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

Maintenance
� Wipe the unit with a soft dry cloth when it's dirty. � When the unit is very dirty, wipe it using a cloth with a little neutral solvent added, and then wipe it dry again. � Do not use thinners, benzine, alcohol, etc., as they will damage the surface of the unit. � When you use chemical cleaning clothes, refer to their instructions mannual. � Using a volatile solvent like an insecticide, or keeping the unit touching a rubber or vinyl plastic products for a long time may cause a deterioration or damage of the of the unit.

Battery charger
Operating instructions Mode d�emploi

To Charge the Battery Pack
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated �Dangerous voltage� within the product�s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. Charging by attaching the battery pack to this unit. 1 Fit the battery pack to this unit and slide the battery pack in the direction of the allow. (See Illustration A) Align the end surface of the battery pack shown by the V mark to the edge of the terminal shutter of this unit. 2 Pull the power plug up, and then connect it to a wall outlet. (See Illustration B) The CHARGE lamp (orange) will light and charging will begin. When the CHARGE lamp goes out, normal charge is completed (Normal charge). For a full charge, which allows you to use the battery longer than usual, leave the battery pack in place for approximately one hour (Full charge). Do not connect the power plug of this unit by letting the plug side down. (See Illustration C)

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-TRM Serial No.

BC-TRM
CAUTION
Sony Corporation © 2003 Printed in Japan �The BC-TRM battery charger can only be used to charge a lithium ion type �InfoLITHIUM� battery pack (M series). �Unable to use this unit to charge a nickel cadmium type, or nickel metal hydride type battery pack. ��InfoLITHIUM� M series battery packs have the mark. ��InfoLITHIUM� is a trademark of Sony Corporation. �Le chargeur de batterie BC-TRM ne peut être utilisé que pour la recharge de batteries au lithium-ion de type « InfoLITHIUM » (modèle M). �Ce chargeur ne peut pas être utilisé pour charger les batteries au nickel-cadmium ou aux hydrures métalliques de nickel. �Les batteries rechargeables « InfoLITHIUM » de série M portent la marque . �« InfoLITHIUM » est une marque de fabrique de Sony Corporation. You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

To remove the battery pack
Slide it in the direction opposite to the operation when you attach it to this unit, and lift the battery pack above.

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

Charging time
The following table shows the charging time for the battery pack which is discharged completely. Battery Pack Full charging time Normal charging time NP-FM30 NP-FM50 NP-FM70/ NP-QM71/ NP-FM90 NP-FM91/ QM70 QM71D QM91/QM91D 210 (150) 280 (220) 500 (440) 580 (520) 720 (660) 830 (770)

� Approximate minutes to charge an empty battery pack fully (Full charge). � Numbers in parentheses indicate the time when you charge normally (Normal charge). � To ascertain the battery life, refer to the instruction mamual of the video equipment which you use. � The charging time may differ depending on the condition of the battery pack or the temperature of the environment.

A
V mark Battery pack

Charging temperature

WARNING
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

The temperature range for charging is 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F). However, to provide maximum battery efficiency, the recommended temperature range when charging is 10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F).

CHARGE lamp

Notes on Use
Precautions on Use
� Connect the battery charger to an available wall outlet. Even POWER plug though the CHARGE lamp of this unit is off, the battery charger is not disconnected from the power source. If any trouble occurs while the unit is in use, unplug the cord from the wall outlet to disconnect the power source. � Unable to use this unit to charge a nickel cadmium type, or nickel metal hydride type battery pack. � Attach the battery pack to the unit firmly when you charge the battery pack. � The battery terminal may be damaged if the battery pack is not attached correctly. � To protect the battery pack, remove the battery pack from the unit within 24 hours after the charging is completed. � Do not apply mechanical shock or drop the unit. � Keep the unit away from a TV or AM receivers. In particular, noise from the device may enter a TV or radio if it is placed nearby. � Unplug the unit from the wall outlet after use. Pull it out by the battery charger when unplug this unit. Do not pull it out by the battery pack. � Be sure that nothing metallic comes into contact with the metal parts of the unit. If it does, a short may occur and the unit may be damaged.

To use the battery pack quickly

Terminal shutter

You can remove the battery pack from this unit to use even though the charging is not completed yet. However, the time that the battery pack can be used differs depending on the charging time.

Notes
� Check if the battery pack is attached to this unit firmly when the CHARGE lamp is not light. � When a fully charged battery pack is installed, the CHARGE lamp will once light, then go out. � When charging a battery pack which is not used for a long time period, it may take longer than usual to charge the battery pack. � Do not expose the battery terminal to any mechanical shock. Be careful not to attach the battery pack forcefully. � The following events may happen, if there is a battery pack on the unit. In that case, please contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. � The CHARGE lamp keeps blinking or does not light. � Your video equipment does not work with a full-charged battery pack. Do not connect the battery charger to a voltage adaptor (travel converter) for overseas travel. This may result in overheating or other malfunction.

B

C

Where not to place this unit
Regardless of whether this unit is in use or in storage, do not place it in any of the following locations. Doing so may lead to breakdown. � Locations of extremely high temperature The temperature gets extremely high inside a car with the windows closed in summer or in strong sunshine, and leaving the unit inside may cause it to be deformed or break down. � In direct sunlight or near a heater There is a risk of deformation or breakdown. � Locations of excessive vibration � Locations with strong electromagnetism or radiant rays � Locations with excessive sand In locations such as the seashore and other sandy areas or where dust clouds occur, protect the unit from sand and dust. There is a risk of breakdown.

Specifications
Input rating Output rating 100 - 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz, 5W Battery charge terminal: 8.4 V DC, 0.3 A 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. 47 � 27 � 70 mm (w/h/d) (1 7/8 � 1 1/8 � 2 7/8 inches) Mass Approx. 70 g (2.5 oz) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

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