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Connecting the battery pack
The R-5DAB uses a Nickel-Metal-Hydride battery
pack stored in the battery compartment.
The battery pack
’
s connector is not connected to
prevent discharge when you purchase the unit.
Connect the battery pack before using the unit for
the first time.
Caution:
Do not heat or disassemble rechargeable
batteries. Never dispose of old batteries by
throwing them into fire or open water.
The cycles of recharging the Nickel-Metal- Hydride
battery pack diminish the battery
’
s capacity. It is
called
“
Memory effect
”
. To prevent this, sometimes
the battery must be discharged before you
recharge it.
1. Loosen the two screws on the battery
compartment cover.
2. Remove the cover.
3. Connect the battery pack connector.
4. Replace the cover and tighten the screws.
Checking the battery icon
The battery icon state varies depending on the AC adaptor, battery pack, and power standby/on states.
When connected to AC adaptor and batteries
Not fully charged (charging)
Fully charged
Standby
icon blinking
No icon
ON
icon blinking
No icon
When connected to AC adaptor only
Standby
icon blinking
ON
No icon
When connected to batteries only
Not fully charged (charging)
Fully charged
Standby
icon shown
No icon
ON
icon shown
No icon
Unit
Unit
Battery
pack
Battery
pack
