User Manual

Getting Started 19
1.3 Charging the Battery
New batteries are shipped partially charged. Before you start using your device, it is recommended that you
install and charge the battery. Some batteries perform best after several full charge/discharge cycles.
To charge the battery
1. Connect the USB connector of the AC adapter to the
sync connector on your device.
2. Plug in the AC adapter to an electrical outlet to start
charging the battery.
Note Only the AC adapter and USB sync cable provided with your
device must be used to charge the device.
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Charging is indicated by a “breathing” white light around the Navigation Control. As the battery is being
charged while the power is on, a charging icon (
) also appears in the title bar of the Home screen.
After the battery has been fully charged, the Navigation Control LED shows a solid white light and a full
battery icon ( ) appears in the title bar of the Home screen.
For more information about the Navigation Control LED, see “LED Alerts” in this chapter.
Warning! • Do not remove the battery from the device while you are charging it using the AC or car adapter.
• As a safety precaution, the battery stops charging when it overheats.