4. Insert the adapter power module into a standard AC outlet. This
provides power to operate the scanner. Also, if you have installed
rechargeable batteries and set the switch in the battery compartment
to NI-CAD BATT, the adapter charges the batteries in the scanner.
5. When you finish using the AC adapter, disconnect it from the AC
outlet. Then, disconnect it from the EXT PWR jack.
Using A DC Adapter
You can power the scanner from the vehicle's cigarette lighter socket,
provided the vehicle has a 12-volt negative-ground electrical system. To
do so, you need Radio Shack's Power Cord Set (Cat. No. 270-1533).
Note: In some areas, mobile use of a scanner is unlawful or requires a
permit. Check the laws in your area.
1. Ensure that you have set the switch in the battery compartment to the
correct position. (See "Installing or Replacing Batteries.")
2. Plug the adapter's plug into the scanner's EXT PWR jack.
3. Insert the other end of the adapter into the vehicle's cigarette
lighter socket. This provides power to the scanner. Also, if you
have installed rechargeable batteries and set the switch in the
battery compartment to NI-CAD BATT, the adapter charges the batteries
in the scanner.
4. When you finish using the DC adapter, disconnect it from the cigarette
lighter socket. Then, disconnect it from the scanner.
Note: Do not let the adapter's plug touch any part of the vehicle while
the adapter is plugged into the cigarette lighter socket. Doing so
could blow a fuse or damage the adapter.
CHARGING NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERIES
The scanner has a built-in circuit that recharges nickel cadmium
batteries. To charge the batteries, set the switch in the battery
compartment to NI-CAD BATT, install the batteries in the scanner, and
connect an external power adapter to the scanner, as explained in "Power
Sources."
Caution: Do not connect either adapter to the EXT PWR jack if you have
not installed rechargeable batteries, and are unsure of the
position of the switch in the battery compartment, or know that
the switch is set to NI-CAD BATT. Non-rechargeable batteries
can become hot and even explode if you try to recharge them.
It takes 10 to 18 hours to recharge batteries that are fully
discharged. You can operate the scanner while recharging
nickel-cadmium batteries, but the charging time is longer.
Charging Hints: Nickel-cadmium batteries deliver more power if you
occasionally let them discharge completely. To do this,
use the scanner until reception becomes poor. Then,
fully charge the batteries. If you do not do this
occasionally, they can temporarily lose the ability to
deliver full power.
To prevent permanent nickel-cadmium battery power loss,
never charge your batteries in an area where the
temperature is above about 80 degrees Fahrenheit. Also,
if you use an external charger, do not overcharge the
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