Maximizing Battery Life; Managing Power On The Cn3 - Intermec CN3 User Manual

Maximizing Battery Life

Managing Power on the CN3

CN3 Mobile Computer User's Manual for Windows Mobile 6.1
Batteries are chemical devices. If the batteries are left sitting on a shelf
for long periods of time outside the CN3, the batteries slowly
discharge, eventually to zero if left uncharged. The battery chemistry
resists normal degradation if you store the battery in a charger as
opposed to leaving the battery in a discharged state. See the following
table for tips you can do to maximize the life of your battery.
Battery Conservation Tips
When You Want To:
Operate the CN3 and the
Low Battery status icon
appears or the Battery light
comes on.
Stop using the CN3 for five
minutes or longer.
Store the CN3 for more
than a day.
Store the battery outside
the CN3.
Several factors determine the life of your battery such as extreme
temperatures, input devices, and your usage.
By default, the CN3 goes into a lower power mode or turns off after
two minutes of inactivity. Press the Power button to resume activity at
any time.
Do This to Save Battery Power:
Press the power button to turn off the CN3.
Remove the battery and insert another fully
charged battery within five minutes or you may
lose data. Or, you can connect the CN3 to an
external power source.
Make sure the low battery icon is not on the
screen and that the Battery light is not turned
on. Press the power button to turn off the CN3.
If you are storing the CN3 for a few days, like
over the weekend, install the charged battery or
attach the CN3 to a power source.
If you are storing the CN3 for longer, remove
and charge the battery, then store both the
battery and the CN3 in a cool location.
If the battery in storage is not used in several
months, you should recharge the battery to
keep it at its performance peak.
Store the batteries in a charger.
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