Symbol Technologies MC9000-K - Manual (Page 41)

Getting Started 1-13
Mobile Computer Charging Procedures
The mobile computer main and backup batteries can be charged using a cradle, the CAM or the MSR.
The CAM and the MSR also require a charging cable and a Symbol approved power supply.
1. Connect the charging accessory to the appropriate power source, see Chapter 7,
Accessories for setup information.
2. Insert the mobile computer into a cradle or attach the appropriate snap-on module.
3. The mobile computer starts to charge automatically. The amber charge LED, in the Indicator
LED Bar, lights to show the charge status. See
Table 1-1 for charging indications.
The main battery usually fully charges in less than four hours.
Spare Battery Charging
The mobile computer has three accessories that can be used to charge spare batteries.
• Single Slot Serial/USB Cradle
• Four Slot Spare Battery Charger
• UBC Adapter.
To charge a spare battery:
1. Connect the charging accessory to the appropriate power source, see Chapter 7,
Accessories for setup.
2. Insert the spare battery into the spare battery charging slot and gently press down on the
battery to ensure proper contact.
3. The battery starts to charge automatically. The amber charge LED on the accessory lights to
show the charge status. See
Chapter 7, Accessories for charging indications.
Table 1-1. Mobile Computer LED Charge Indicators
LED Indication
Off Mobile computer not in cradle/CAM/MSR; mobile computer not placed correctly;
charger is not powered.
Fast Blinking Amber Error in charging; check placement of the mobile computer.
Slow Blinking Amber Mobile computer is charging.
Solid Amber Charging complete.
Note: When the battery is initially inserted in the mobile computer, the amber LED
flashes once if the battery power is low or the battery is not fully inserted.