TC52 Quick Start Guide
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Charging the Device
Use one of the following accessories to charge the device and/or spare battery.
Charging the Device
NOTE: Ensure that you follow the guidelines for battery safety described in the TC52 User Guide for Android 8.1.0 Oreo.
Battery: 4,300 mAh (typical) / 4,050 mAh (minimum) PowerPrecision+ Lithium-ion battery
1. To charge the main battery, connect the charging accessory to the appropriate power source.
2. Insert the device into a cradle or attach to a cable. The device turns on and begins charging. The
Charging/Notification LED blinks amber while charging, then turns solid green when fully charged.
The battery charges from fully depleted to 90% in approximately 2.5 hours and from fully depleted to 100% in
approximately three hours. In many cases the 90% charge provides plenty of charge for daily use. A full 100%
charge lasts for approximately 14 hours of use. To achieve the best charging results use only Zebra charging
accessories and batteries. Charge batteries at room temperature with the device in sleep mode.
Charging the Spare Battery
1. Insert a spare battery into the spare battery slot.
2. Ensure the battery is seated properly.
The Spare Battery Charging LED blinks indicating charging. See Table 2 for charging indicators.
The battery charges from fully depleted to 90% in approximately 2.3 hours and from fully depleted to 100% in
approximately three hours. In many cases the 90% charge provides plenty of charge for daily use. A full 100%
charge lasts for approximately 14 hours of use. To achieve the best charging results use only Zebra charging
accessories and batteries.
Table 1 Charging and Communication
Description Part Number
Charging Communication
Battery
(In Device)
Spare
Battery
USB Ethernet
1-Slot USB/Charge Only
Cradle Kit
CRD-TC51-1SCU-01 Yes No Yes With Optional
Module
5-Slot Charge Only Cradle Kit CRD-TC51-5SCHG-01 Yes No No No
4-Slot Charge Only Cradle
with Battery Charger Kit
CRD-TC51-5SC4B-01 Yes Yes No No
5-Slot Ethernet Cradle Kit CRD-TC51-5SETH-01 Yes No No Yes
4-Slot Battery Charger Kit SAC-TC51-4SCHG-01 No Yes No No
Rugged Charge/USB Cable CBL-TC51-USB1-01 Yes No Yes No