Guidelines for optimum performance and maximum life
Keep batteries cool or at room temperatures whenever possible. Sustained elevated temperatures are the primary reason for premature failure of NiMH batteries:
Charging - Charge batteries at room temperature. In warm climates keep chargers in air conditioned rooms that are maintained between 23 to 95°F (-5 to 35°C) for best performance.
In the Field - Do not leave batteries in a hot vehicle trunk or out in direct sunlight unnecessarily.
Storage - It is best practice to store the VCLX NM2 in a fully charged state and in a temperature controlled cool room with the power button off. It is good practice to charge the NM2 every 7 days to ensure the VCLX NM2 is in optimum condition.
Use only an Anton/Bauer VCLX 2 charger cable and keep the battery on the charger until just prior to being used.
Return battery to the charger as soon as possible after use, preferably within 24 hours.
Never leave a battery operated device unattended while it is running.
DO NOT LEAVE A BATTERY ATTACHED TO A CAMERA/CAMCORDER during transit or storage. “Keep warm” circuitry in the camera can overdischarge the battery.
Routine use of a battery at discharge rates greater than the battery rating can reduce overall service life.
Discharging the battery for diagnostic purposes should only be performed on an occasional basis (once every 6-8 weeks at most). Unnecessary discharging only detracts from overall life.