TC57 Quick Start Guide
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Charging the Device
NOTE: Ensure that you follow the guidelines for battery safety described in the TC57 User Guide.
Battery: >15.48 Watt hours (typical) / > 4,150 mAh 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 2 Charging/Notification LED Charging Indicators
State LED Indication
Off Device is not charging. Device is not inserted correctly
in the cradle or connected to a power source.
Charger/cradle is not powered.
Slow Blinking Amber (1 blink every 4
seconds)
Device is charging.
Slow Blinking Red (1 blink every 4
seconds)
Device is charging but the battery is at end of useful
life.
Solid Green Charging complete.