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Sharp PC-MM1 User Manual

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The remaining operating time depends on the amount of the power you

are consuming. If you are using the audio system, PC card slot, hard
disk drive, or peripheral devices with your computer, it may consume
more battery life.

If the actual remaining power in your battery is less than what Power

Meter indicates, you should condition the battery pack as per the
procedure on
Conditioning Battery Pack section in this chapter.


With Battery Level Lamp

You can also check the battery level by the battery lamp on the battery pack.
Remove the battery pack from your computer and push the battery level button on the
battery pack.

Low Battery Indication

When the battery power level becomes significantly low, the battery indicator (

)

blinks red, the warning beep sounds. Save your data and turn off your computer, or
connect the AC power source immediately. Otherwise, your computer will be shut
down and the unsaved data may be lost.

Battery Indicator

Battery Level Button

Battery Level Lamp