Motorola i876 User Manual page 22

When you charge the battery, the battery
level indicator at the upper right of the screen
shows charging progress. At least one
segment of the indicator must be visible to
ensure full phone functionality while charging.
charge from your computer
You can partially charge your phone's
battery by connecting a Motorola-approved
USB cable from your phone's mini-USB port
to a high power USB connector on a
computer (not a low-power one, such as the
USB connector on your keyboard or bus-
powered USB hub). Typically, USB high-
power connectors are located directly on your
computer.
Note: The phone will be charged at a slower
rate than it is charged with the rapid charger.
Your computer must be turned on, and you
must have correct software drivers installed
on your computer. If the Phone is off when
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the USB cable is connected between the
computer and the phone, the phone will
power up in charging mode. This mode allows
the phone to charge fastest and quickest.
Note: If the battery is very low, the phone will
not turn On, but will continue to charge at a
low rate. The phone will power up in charging
mode when the battery has been charged to
approximately 5% of its capacity. For faster
charging under a very low battery condition, it
is recommended to use the rapid charger
supplied with the handset.
If the phone is turned on while charging from
a computer, it will not fully charge the battery.
In this case, the battery charge will be
maintained approximately between 80% and
95% of the battery's capacity. Cables and
software drivers are available in Motorola
Original data kits, sold separately.
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Tip: Motorola batteries have circuitry that
protects the battery from damage from