25Charging the Ni-MH BatteriesThe scanner has a built-in circuit that charges the includedNi-MH batteries when a USB cable connects it to a computer(NOT to a USB hub) or to an AC or DC adapter that provides USBcharging power. Verify that the battery selection switch is set toNi-MH and that only Ni-MH rechargeable batteries are insertedin the scanner before connecting it to your computer.CAUTION: never.attempt.to.charge.non-rechargeable.batteries.or.install.non-rechargeable.batteries.when.the.battery.selection.switch.is.set.to.ni-Mh ..the.usB.cable.will.only.charge.the.batteries.if.the.scanner.is.turned.off1. Be sure the scanner is turned off. It will recharge only if itis turned off, even with the USB cable connecting it to acomputer.2. Connect the included USB cable to the scanner’s USB port.3. Connect the other end of the USB cable to the computer'sUSB port or to an AC or DC adapter that provides USBcharging power.NOTE: If you connect to a computer's USB port, the PC will promptyou for the drivers for your scanner. To download and install thesedrivers, go to http://info.uniden.com/UnidenMan4/BC125AT.4. The scanner displays Charging while it charges thebatteries and Charge Complete when the Ni-MH batteriesare completely charged.Different status messages may display depending on thebattery type and scanner status: