Auto Power-On; Alkaline Batteries - Alphasmart NEO User Manual

Alkaline batteries

If you have a Neo that uses AA batteries and you want to use
rechargeable batteries instead, you can purchase a rechargeable
battery upgrade kit (see the AlphaSmart web site for details). You
install the kit yourself to convert your device from alkaline batteries.
Refer to "Internal rechargeable batteries" on page 131 for additional
information.

Auto Power-On

Neo turns on automatically when you connect it to
• A powered-on AlphaHub (usually in a classroom situation) with
its supplied USB cable
• A powered-on computer with a USB cable
Neo remains on until the cable is disconnected or the AlphaHub or
computer is turned off. When the cable is disconnected or power is
removed from the cable, Neo returns to the state it was in before
connecting. That is, if it was off before connecting, it will turn off
again when disconnected.
When connected to a computer with a USB cable, Neo uses the
power available from the computer, even if no batteries are installed.
When Neo is connected to a computer, don't connect the AC adapter;
it's not necessary.
Alkaline batteries
Neo runs on three AA alkaline batteries or internal rechargeable
batteries. Of the disposable battery types, alkaline batteries provide
the longest battery life, particularly if they are of good quality.
Typically, alkaline batteries can provide power to the Neo for up to
700 hours, or more.
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