Introduction
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Falcon
®
PT40
Accessories
PT40 Dock, Serial Cable and Power Adaptor
The PSC Falcon PT40 Dock, Serial Cable, and Power Adaptor are specifically
designed for use with the Falcon PT40. Use the dock or serial cable for data
transmission between the portable and a PC. They can also be used to recharge
the portable’s rechargeable main Lithium-ion battery.
When the portable is connected to the dock or serial cable connected to a PC,
you can download programs or data to it, or upload data from it. For more
detailed information about the Falcon PT40 Dock and serial cable, refer to
PT40 Dock, Serial Cable, and Power Adaptor on page B-1
PT40 Batteries
The PT40 runs on two types of batteries. The main Lithium-ion battery sup-
plies operating power for the PT40. The internal lithium-ion battery provides
backup power to maintain the random-access memory and the real-time clock
when the main batteries are removed. The backup battery is recharged by the
main battery.
When you first remove your Falcon PT40 from the box, the main battery may require
charging.
PSC recommends that you purchase two main batteries and keep a spare battery
charging in the battery slot at all times. Then you can swap out the batteries when the
main battery runs low, rather than stopping to recharge a single battery.
Lithium-ion batteries benefit from an initial 'conditioning'. For the first 3 charge
cycles, fully charge the main battery for at least 12 to 24 hours. Then allow it to fully
discharge before recharging it again.
After a prolonged storage period the main battery may again require three to four
charge/discharge cycles to achieve maximum capacity.
CAUTION
Recycle Lithium-Ion Batteries.
Do not throw Lithium-Ion Batteries in the trash.
Always charge the battery within the temperature range of 32°–113°F (0°–45°C).
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