Charge Your Compaq iPAQ Pocket PC
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•synchronize with your computer
•recharge the battery of an optional expansion pack, if you have purchased one (for exam- ple, recharge the battery of the
Slide the bottom of your Compaq iPAQ Pocket PC into the cradle and push firmly
The charge light blinks when your Compaq iPAQ Pocket PC is recharging the battery
The charge light is solid
Microsoft ActiveSync 3.5 opens on your computer and recognizes your Compaq iPAQ Pocket PC
Charge with the AC adapter
Because your Compaq iPAQ Pocket PC uses some power to maintain RAM and the clock, you need to recharge the battery regu- larly. Keep the Compaq iPAQ Pocket PC connected to the cradle or the AC adapter while you are at your desk. The best policy is to keep the Compaq iPAQ Pocket PC connected to your computer when working at your desk and carry your AC adapter with you when traveling.
CAUTION: Because most of the applications and data you install on your Compaq iPAQ Pocket PC are held in memory, you will need to reinstall them if
the battery completely dis- charges.
Use the AC adapter to also charge your optional expansion pack, if you have purchased one. For more information about expansion packs, see Expanding Functional- ity with Expansion Packs in the eBook guide or the printable refer- ence guide available on the
The standard adapter works in any household outlet. You can also pur- chase one that works in your car’s cigarette lighter or a
CAUTION: Use only Compaq recommended AC adapters.
