SHOUT 3G User Guide Version B
Document Number: 451-93218-002B
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HARGING THE
B
ATTERY
The SHOUT 3G is shipped with its internal Li-ion battery partially charged. Fully charge the 3G
before use. There are two ways to charge the 3G:
Use the supplied AC wall adapter.
o
The charging time is approximately five hours.
Connect to a standard USB device.
o
The charging time depends on the type of USB port.
USB 1.0 should be able to charge the 3G in about a day, assuming the port is
capable of producing an output current of 100 mA.
USB 2.0 can charge in about 8 hours, assuming the current output of 0.5 A.
A common 2 amp USB wall adapter can fully charge the device in under 3 hours. NAL Research
offers 12 VDC and 28 VDC chargers sold as separate items.
The 3G has a battery status symbol
at the top-right corner of its touchscreen indicating
the battery is being charged. A message appears when charging is complete. The device can be
safely operated and does not need to be turned off while charging. The charging cycle
completes quicker when the device is turned off. While using the 3G, the battery symbol turns
red when the remaining power is less than 20%. A warning message appears when the
remaining power is less than 10%.
WARNING!
All batteries can cause property damage, injury, or burns if a
conductive material, such as jewelry or keys, touches exposed
terminals. The material may complete an electrical circuit and become
extremely hot. To protect against such unwanted current drain,
exercise care in handling any charged battery, particularly when
placing it inside your pocket, purse, or other container with metal
objects.
Do not disassemble the SHOUT 3G for battery replacement. Return it
to NAL Research for services. Risk of explosion if battery is replaced
with an incorrect type. Dispose of the batteries (3G) according to local,
state, and federal regulations or laws.
