Icom IC-V3MR Instruction Manual - Page 25

5 BATTERY CHARGING Battery chargers DDRapid charging with the BC-240 You can rapidly charge a Li-ion battery pack with the BC-240. Charging time* for the BP-298: Approximately 3 hours * When the Extend Battery Life function is turned OFF, as explained to the right. Additionally required item (purchase separately): •• A power adapter, the OPC-515L dc power cable, or the CP-23L cigarette lighter cable Battery pack Battery pack + Transceiver Power adapter Turn OFF DDAbout the BC-240 Turn the Extend Battery Life function ON or OFF. The battery charger has a function switch on the bottom panel. (Default: OFF) OFF: The battery is fully charged. The operating time of the transceiver is maximum. ON: The battery is not fully charged to not shorten the battery life cycle. The battery life cycle is extended. But the operating time of the transceiver becomes shorter. Bottom view: Screws* Slide switch Charging indicator The optional OPC-515L (for a DC power source) or CP-23L (for a 12 V cigarette lighter socket) can be used instead of the power adapter. CAUTION: NEVER connect the OPC-515L to a power source using reverse polarity. This will ruin the battery charger. White line: + , Black line: - * Self tapping screw: M3.5 × at least 30 mm Purchase separately. Using screws is recommended to secure the charger. Charging indicator Lights orange: While charging Lights green: When charging is completed. Blinks red: When a charging error has occurred. Reinstall the battery or the transceiver. 5-4