CipherLab CP55, Reference Manual

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CP55 Mobile Computer Reference Manual
5) Replace the battery door by fixing the lower edge first, and pushing the release button.
6) Push the battery lock back to “lock” position.
Note:
1.4.2. CHARGE BATTERIES
Due to shipment, it is likely that the main battery and backup battery won’t be fully charged
when you receive the package. Before setting the mobile computer to work, charge the
main battery to full by direct charging via a power adapter (with the help of a Snap-on
Charging & Communication Cable or Charging & Communication Cradle).
Some key facts about charging batteries:
Charging Time
Main battery: It takes approximately 4 hours to charge the main battery. The battery charging
LED above the touchscreen lights red during charging, and lights green when the mobile
computer is completely charged.
Backup battery: The backup battery is rechargeable by both the main battery and power
adapter. It takes about 8 hours to charge it to full, however it does not need to be fully charged
for the mobile computer to work.
Charging Temperature
It is recommended that batteries be charged at room temperature (18°C~25°C) for optimal
performance.
Charging stops when temperature drops below 0°C or exceeds 40°C. In this case the battery
charging LED will be continuously blinking in red.
Power Consumption
When all radios (802.11 a/b/g/n, Bluetooth, mobile data (HSPA), GPS) are active on battery
power, main battery level drops substantially.
In order to prevent the system from shutting down due to depletion of the main battery, we
suggest that you keep a fully charged battery for replacement or have the mobile computer
access the radios on external power.
The following guides how to charge batteries.
(1) When main battery level drops to low level, charge it ASAP or replace it with a
charged battery.
(2) Always turn off the mobile computer to replace the main battery pack.
(3) The battery door must be secured in place for the mobile computer to operate.
(4) Any improper handling may reduce battery life.