ChatBox-1 or ChatBox-DX
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How do I take care of ChatBox batteries?
ChatBox is powered by rechargeable batteries.
How to charge the batteries:
Plug the battery charger (provided with the ChatBox) into the connector labeled 12V DC on the back panel of the ChatBox. Plug the other end of the battery charger into a standard wall outlet. When to charge the batteries:
For most applications, ChatBox batteries should last throughout a typical day. If you have used the ChatBox for more than four hours, feel free to wait a few days before charging. Also, charge the batteries when you get no response from the ChatBox or when you get the low-battery indicator when you attempt to use the ChatBox. The low-battery is a single low-toned beep heard when any key is pressed. The Chatbox will not speak when the low-battery indicator is given. Exercising the batteries:
The ChatBox uses rechargeable Nickel Cadmium (NiCad) batteries. Periodically, they need to be put through a complete charge/discharge. It is recommended that once every two or three weeks, you use the ChatBox without charging until you hear the low-battery indication. Once you hear the low-battery indication, plug it into the charger. The ChatBox can be used while it is plugged into the charger. Exercising the batteries extends the amount of time you can go between charges.
How long to charge the batteries:
An eight hour charge will completely recharge the ChatBox batteries. The ChatBox has a special circuit to protect against overcharging when plugged in for extended periods of time (such as over a weekend).
Which charger to use:
Only charge the ChatBox batteries with the charger that you received with the ChatBox. In the United States, the battery charger for ChatBox is labeled: SALTILLO Model: CBC-1. In other countries, check with your local distributor if you have questions as to which charger should be used.
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