13E Masteringthe Basics• The adapter can charge a single battery pack from either side, A or B. If youattach two battery packs, charging begins from the battery you first attach to theadapter, or, if the batteries are already attached to the adapter when you plug itinto an AC outlet, from the side labeled “A”.• When powering your camcorder from an AC outlet, you do not need to removebattery packs attached to the adapter, but charging will not take place until youremove the DC coupler from the adapter.• Do not connect the power adapter to an unspecified product.• You can find detailed notes for using the batteries in the “Notes on Using theBatteries” ( 122). These notes include charging and recording times and howto install the backup battery.SpecificationsPower supply 100–240 V AC, 50/60 HzPower consumption 40 WRated output Adapter mode : 7.2 V, 2.0 A DCCharger mode : 8.4 V, 1.0/2.5 A DCOperating temperature range 32°F–104°F (0°C–40°C)Dimensions 3 × 4 3/4 × 2 1/ 8 in (75 × 120 × 53 mm)Weight 8 7/8 oz (250 g) (without power cable)Weight and dimensions are approximate.Errors and omissions excepted.Subject to change without notice.CA-400 Compact Power AdapterWhen replacement of power supply is required, please return it to theresponsible nearest Canon Service Center and please replace it with the sametype number CA-400 or equivalent.The Adapter can be used with a power supply between 100 and 240 V AC. Forareas where 120 V AC power is not used, you will need a special plug adapter.Contact your nearest Canon Service Center for further information.
