This intelligent charger for digital camera and camcorder batteries
was designed with advanced switching power source technology,
allowing you to charge your batteries at home or on the road.
The charger is compatible with the brand(s) and model(s) of Li-ion
rechargeable batteries listed on the packaging for this manual. Please
read these operating instructions carefully before operating this
equipment.
CHARGING OPERATION:
LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES
Mount your rechargeable battery.
1
Align the metal contacts of the battery with
the contacts on the charger. Be certain you
are using the correct model charger for your
battery.
Rechargeable
battery
4 | Charger Operation
When using AC power, rotate the collapsible
2
plug out to its operating position. When using
DC power, connect the DC adapter to the
charger.
Connect the charger to your AC or DC power
3
source. When the "charge" light turns red,
charging has begun. When the light is green, a
normal charge is completed. For a full charge,
allow the battery to charge for another hour.
THE WATSON AC/DC
COMPACT CHARGER'S
FEATURES INCLUDE:
1. Plate switching
Charger plate is interchangeable,
allowing the Compact Charger to
charge a wide variety of batteries.
(Charging plates available for purchase
separately.)
2. Charges batteries and USB devices
Charge a USB device while
simultaneously charging your digital
camera or camcorder batteries.
3. Overcharge protection
Automatically detects when the battery
is fully charged and stops charging to
prevent damage to your batteries.
4. Overheat protection
The Compact Charger senses when
the battery is about to overheat and
immediately stops charging.
5. Short circuit protection
Protects the charger from defective or
shorted batteries.
6 | Charger Features
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS:
CAUTION! TO REDUCE THE RISK OF DAMAGE,
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Do not store, place, or use the charger
where it may come into contact with
excess heat, water or moisture.
High-voltage internal components present
the risk of electric shock when exposed.
Charge only on a vibration-free, dry
surface at room temperature.
Should you ever notice smoke or a
strange odor coming out of the charger,
immediately unplug the charger from
the power outlet. Using the charger
under these conditions can cause fire and
electric shock.
Do not short-circuit the terminals of your
battery or charger.
Do not attempt to disassemble any part of
the charger.
Use this charger with the specified types
of batteries only.
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The charger, adapters, and batteries may
feel warm during the charging process.
This is normal.
Unplug the charger from the power outlet
and clean the area around the prongs of
the plug when necessary. The presence of
dust around the prongs can cause fire.
Never use an electrical outlet whose
voltage is outside the rating marked on the
charger. Doing so can cause fire or electric
shock. Use only the supplied AC adapter or
DC car cord (optional) for the charger.
To reduce the risk of electric shock,
unplug the charger from the outlet before
attempting cleaning or when not in use.
Do not use solvents to clean the unit. They
may damage the surface and the plastic
parts of the unit. Clean the unit gently with
a soft dry cloth only.
Not recommended for use by children.
8 | Safety Instructions
TO MAXIMIZE BATTERY
PERFORMANCE
Make sure the battery is fully
charged before use.
Clean the battery and terminals with
a clean, soft, dry cloth.
The battery may be warm during use
or recharging. This is normal.
When storing the battery for an extended
period, be sure that it is not completely
charged, nor completely discharged.
The ideal level is a 40% charge. This is
approximate; the closer the battery is to
this level, the better it will hold its charge
during storage. The battery should be stored
in a cool, dry place. The recommended
temperature for storage is 59°F (15°C). You
may store a battery in a refrigerator. Do not
store batteries in a freezer.
Remove the battery from your equipment
when not in use. Some electronic equipment
will draw current even when the switch is off.
When operation time has noticeably
shortened, the battery may need to be
replaced.
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SPECIFICATIONS:
Input Voltage AC 100-240V 50/60Hz,
100mA (maximum)
Output Voltage 4.2-8.4V DC
800mA (maximum)
Charging time 2-6 hours
Protection Overcharge and
Circuits overheat
Operating 32°F to 104°F
temperature (0°C to 40°C)
Storage -4°F to 140°F
temperature (-20°C to 60°C)
Dimensions: 2" x 1.3" x 3.5"
(51 x 33 x 90 mm)
10 | Specifications
ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
This Watson product is warranted to the original purchaser to be free
from defects in materials and workmanship under normal consumer
use for a period of one (1) year from the original purchase date or thirty
(30) days after replacement, whichever occurs later. The warranty
provider's responsibility with respect to this limited warranty shall be
limited solely to repair or replacement, at the provider's discretion,
of any product that fails during normal use of this product in its
intended manner and in its intended environment. Inoperability of the
product or part(s) shall be determined by the warranty provider. If
the product has been discontinued, the warranty provider reserves
the right to replace it with a model of equivalent quality and function.
This warranty does not cover damage or defect caused by misuse,
neglect, accident, alteration, abuse, improper installation or
maintenance. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, THE WARRANTY
PROVIDER MAKES NEITHER ANY EXPRESS WARRANTIES NOR ANY
IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE. This warranty provides you with specific legal rights, and
you may also have additional rights that vary from state to state.
To obtain warranty coverage, contact the Watson Customer
Service Department to obtain a return merchandise authorization
("RMA") number, and return the defective product to Watson
along with the RMA number and proof of purchase. Shipment of
the defective product is at the purchaser's own risk and expense.
For more information or to arrange service, visit
www.poweredbywatson.com or call Customer Service at 212-594-2353.