Checking Battery Level - Sharp PC-TN1 Series Operation Manual

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 pack is being
• The battery pack may not be installed correctly if the battery indicator
• When the battery pack is hot (for example, after a long use), it may
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Checking Battery Level

You can check the battery level by placing the pointer on the battery icon ( : powered
on battery) or AC plug icon (
pack) on the taskbar, or double-clicking one of these icons (
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 Always show icon on the taskbar and click OK.
3. Close the Control Panel window.
• The remaining operating time depends on the power you are
• If the actual remaining power in your battery is less than what
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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.
blinks orange. In this case, turn off your computer, remove the AC
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.
take longer to be fully charged.
: powered on AC power and charging the battery
consuming. If you are using the audio system, PC card slot, CF card
slot, hard disk drive, or peripheral devices with your computer, it may
consume more battery power.
Windows Power Meter indicates, you should condition the battery pack
as per the procedure on Conditioning Battery Pack section in this
chapter.
, or : powered on