2. Powering the 38DL PLUS
This chapter describes how to operate the 38DL PLUS using different power supply
options.
2.1
Power Indicator
The power indicator is always present on the right side of the screen. It shows the
level of the battery charge and on which type of power the instrument operates (see
Figure 2-1 on page 31).
Figure 2‑1 The power indicator for battery and AC operation
When the instrument operates on the battery, the vertical black bar in the power
indicator indicates the remaining battery charge. Each graduation mark represents
12.5 % of the charge.
DMTA-10004-01EN, Rev. D, November 2016
AC power operation while charging the battery
(flashing)
Fully charged battery
(with or without AC power operation)
Battery operation (75 % remaining charge)
Flashes when empty
AC power operation
(no battery in the instrument)
Powering the 38DL PLUS
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