3
BATTERY CHARGING
3-3
Charging information
NOTE:
• Prior to using the transceiver for the first time, the
battery pack must be fully charged for optimum
life and operation�
•
BE SURE
to turn OFF the transceiver while
charging with the supplied battery charger�
Otherwise, the battery pack will not charge�
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While charging, the charging icon “
” and
“Charging����” are displayed�
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The icon and “Charging����” disappear when the
battery pack is fully charged�
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Charging through the [DC IN] jack
The approximate battery life (operating time) as
shown below is calculated under the following
assumptions:
• When using the optional CP-12L or OPC-254L, the
battery pack can be charged with the power ON�
(p� 3-7)
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To connect, see the illustration below�
• The BP-273 battery case has no charging capability
or socket�
Approximate charging time
• BP-271: 3 hours
• BP-272: 5 hours
• BP-307: 8 hours
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To an AC outlet
Turn OFF*
2
To [DC IN]
BC-167S*
1
To a cigarette
lighter socket
(12 V DC)
To a 12 V DC
power source
CP-12L
OPC-254L
Black:
White:
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1
The shape is different, depending on the version�
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2
When using the BC-167S, turn OFF the transceiver�
To charge the battery pack:
• Use the supplied battery charger or optional cable�
• Use a USB cable (User supplied)� (p� 3-4)
• Use the optional rapid charger� (p� 3-6)
Charging note
•
CAUTION: BE SURE
to attach the battery pack
before connecting the DC cable�
• Turn OFF the transceiver when using the BC-167S�
•
DO NOT
charge the fully charged battery pack�
This may cause a shorter battery life�
