8 >> Get startedCharge the handset batteryIf the handset requires charging, this occurs automatically whenthe handset is placed in the charger. For safety reasons, the batteryis not charged prior to shipping. We recommend that you chargethe handset for at least one hour before proceeding further.About charging…– The charger must be connected to the power outlet.– It takes four hours to fully charge the battery.– The maximum talk-time per charge is approximately 10 hours.– Standby time per charge is approximately 150 hours.First-time registration of a handset to a baseIn order for the BeoLine base and the handset to communicate, thehandset must be registered to the base. Up to 8 handsets can beregistered to one base. To register a handset, follow the proceduredescribed on these pages.Open the BeoLine base for registration of a handset…> If you have not connected your base to the power outlet, do so. If thebase is connected, but the indicator light is not flashing red, disconnectthe base, wait two seconds, and reconnect it. The indicator light flashesred, and the base is open for registrationThe handset controls batterycharging, so you can always placethe handset in the charger afteruse, even if the battery does notneed recharging. Leaving thehandset in the charger does notreduce the lifetime of the battery.The handset display and a beepsignal will inform you when thebatteries require charging. Pleaserefer to the chapter The handsetdisplay on pages 14–15 for moreinformation. For more informationabout how to handle, place andconnect a BeoLine base, refer tothe Guide enclosed with the base.Indicator light