You can use the rechargeable Li-ion battery (PA-BT-003).
To charge the rechargeable battery, make sure you have installed the rechargeable battery. For details, see the FAQ: "How to install the rechargeable Li-ion battery".
If you charge the printer without the battery installed, "Battery Error" will occur.
Before using the printer, you need to charge the rechargeable Li-ion battery. You can choose from the following three methods.
> Using a Computer
> Using a USB AC Adapter
> Using the Battery Charger (Optional)
Using a Computer
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Use the included USB cable.
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Make sure the computer is turned on.
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Connect the printer to your computer using the USB cable (included).
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1. Computer USB Port : 5 V DC, 0.5 A or above
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The Battery LED turns on. Charge the battery until the Battery LED turns off.
Using a USB AC Adapter
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Connect the USB cable to a USB AC Adapter (not included) suitable for charging mobile devices and plug the adapter into a power source.
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1. USB AC Adapter (not included) : 5 V DC, 0.5 A or above
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The Battery LED turns on. Charge the battery until the Battery LED turns off.
Using the Battery Charger (Optional)
Use the Battery Charger (PA-BC-002)* designed specifically for the rechargeable battery.
* Not available in all countries. For more information, visit your local Brother website.
Follow the instructions below:
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Connect the AC Adapter to the charger's DC connector IN, and then connect the AC power cord to the AC Adapter.
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Connect the AC power cord to an electrical socket.
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Align the charging terminals of the charger and the battery pack, and then insert the battery pack. The indicator lights in orange when the battery starts charging.
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The charge indicator will turn off when charging is complete. You can then remove the battery pack.