Olympus digital voice recorder manual Charging the battery, Using the lithium ion battery

Charging the battery

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Charging the battery

After loading the battery into the recorder, you can charge it by connecting the USB cable to the recorder.

Fully charge the battery (approx. 3 hours) before use.

Connect the USB cable to the recorder.

Notes

•Charge the battery frequently during the first period of use. The battery will perform better after several charge/discharge cycles.

•Models of batteries different from the included one may not be charged.

•Charging battery via the USB cable connection may not be successful depending on the power supply capacity of your PC. Use the AC adapter (optional) instead.

•Do not charge the recorder through a USB hub.

•Do not attach or remove the battery if the USB cable is connected.

Using the lithium ion battery

The included battery is exclusively for use with the Olympus voice recorder DS-3500. Do not use in combination with other electronic equipment.

Cautions concerning the battery

Read the following instructions carefully when you use the battery.

Discharging:

Rechargeable battery self-discharges while not in use. Charge it regularly before use.

Battery life:

Over time, rechargeable battery gradually wear down. When the operating time becomes shorter even if the rechargeable battery is fully charged under the specified condition, replace it with a new one.

Operating temperature:

Rechargeable batteries are chemical products. Battery efficiency may vary even when operating within the recommended temperature range. This is an inherent nature of these products.

Recommended temperature range of use:

During operation:

0°C - 42°C/ 32°F - 107.6°F

Charging:

5°C - 35°C/ 41°F - 95°F

Storage for a long period:

–20°C - 60°C/ –4°F - 140°F

Using the battery outside the above temperature range may result in declining efficiency and shorter battery life.

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