Sharp PCMM20 User Guide - Page 48

Charging Battery Pack 1. Connect the AC adapter to your computer. While the battery is being charged, the battery indicator lights orange. 2. When the battery is fully charged, the battery indicator turns green. Charging time may vary according to the status of your computer. • The battery indicator may turn off even while the battery is being charged. This is because the battery pack is hot, and the charging stops temporarily. When the battery becomes cool, the charging will start and the battery indicator will turn on again. • The battery pack may not be installed correctly if the battery indicator blinks orange. In this case, turn off your computer, remove the AC 3 adapter and the battery pack; then, install the battery pack and connect the AC adapter again. If the battery indicator still blinks orange, ask your local dealer for assistance. • When the battery pack is hot (for example, after a long use), it may take longer to be fully charged. Charging Battery Pack Using Connection Cradle You can also charge the battery pack using the connection cradle. Insert the battery pack in your computer, set your computer in the connection cradle and connect it to the AC power. For details on connection cradle, see Chapter 7. Checking Battery Level On Windows You can check the battery level by placing the pointer on the battery icon ( : powered on battery) or AC plug icon ( : powered on AC power and charging the battery pack) on the taskbar, or double-clicking one of these icons ( , or : powered on AC power) to open the Power Meter dialog box. If the battery is fully charged, remaining capacity level will not appear even if you point to the icon. If you cannot see the battery or AC plug icon, follow these instructions: 1. In the Power Options Properties dialog box, select Advanced tab. 2. Check the box of Always show icon on the taskbar and click OK. 3. Close the Control Panel window. 3-2