LR-500 Charging Batteries

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LR-500 Charging Batteries

The LR-500 and all Listen receivers are unique because they have
SmartCharge™ chargers built in. When any of these units are connected
to an LA-202 wall transformer or dropped into a Listen charging case,
NiMH batteries will be charged.
To charge the batteries using the LA-202 wall transformer, plug the trans-
former into the jack marked “PWR/CHG” on the side of the unit. The
unit can be operated while the batteries are charging.
To charge the batteries using a drop-in charger, simply place the unit into
a slot in the charger and connect the charger to power. Make sure the
unit is fully seated in its slot.
One of several charging cases available from Listen. Check the Listen
website for more details.
SmartCharge™ uses a pulse charging, which greatly extends the life of
Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) batteries. The entire charging process
takes 13 hours. Listen recommends that you allow the charger to com-
plete its full cycle every time for maximum battery life.
IMPORTANT: In order to charge NiMH batteries, the BATTERY SELECT switch in your
Listen product must be set to the NiMH setting. Use a pen or small screwdriver to move the
switch (located in the battery compartment) to the proper position.
Connect LA-202
here and plug it
into an AC wall
outlet.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CHARGE ANY TYPE OF BATTERY OTHER THAN NiMH (NICKEL METAL
HYDRIDE) with your Listen equipment. Alkaline batteries may explode when connected to a
charger. Other risks of charging non-NiMH batteries include destruction of property or fire.