When you receive battery is it already charged or do I need to charge before using??
1379544
It was used immediately after installation but it had to be charged by the end of the day.
1379545
It is recommended to charge it fully before using it. I have two of these batteries and they both last a long time on a charge. This one is a spare so the Gaucho Grande always has a battery to keep it going.
2201215
Yes mine came charged, but what I do not like is my camcorder will not tell me how much time is left on the battery charge like my OEM battery
1996272
It comes with a camera battery which needs to be charged before you use it. It last a good long time before you need to plug it in the wall to charge again.
1826416
New batteries are shipped with little charge. They should be charged for 4-6 hours before use
654038
According to instructions, after you receive it, you should charge it for 1 hour. And charge it for 1 hour each month after that. That's what I do and seems to be fine.
2019839
I've only had mine for six months so I can't answer either question. I did note that the mfg. says you can put the battery on charger before charge is needed.
409689
It sure does. Mine came already charged, though this might not always be the case.
1491307
Yes, you put it in the battery charger that came with your camera (or bought separately). It's a rechargeable battery and needs to be charged before using it. Hope that helps!
818975
It comes charged, but you need to follow the instructions that come with it to "prepare" your battery, which involves charging and then completely discharging at least threee times to give the battery it's longest charge life. The instructions on this are included.
1219412
I can't answer this, in my case once I use the charged battery, my charger/battery will not take a new charge, is this a normal problem and should I look for a charger?
141359
I didn't have to charge the one I got. After initial testing to ensure it worked, I did put the Battery Tender on it and it has remained fully charged.
1449986
No, it comes with the rechargeable battery installed already. Just charge it over night before the first use. My wife used it til the battery was completely run down for the first few charge cycles. That helps the battery last a lot longer. After that you just keep it in the storage/charge stand and it will always have a full charge.
748933
We only received the battery. We do already have a charger though, so it was not a problem for us. Good luck with your situation. Jim Kennard
2017247
It arrived partially charged. Recommend fully charging it prior to use or testing.
2090121
Yes charge it for a full 24 hours before your 1st use. It is in the owners manual or you can go online to the company website. It will work great after that. CheersRandall
1764520
When you receive the new battery ,it needs to charge all the way up before use. it comes partically charged.Hope this will help you
506348
Mine came partially charged, but I expected that. I just charged it gain to to top it off.