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Charging the Battery
The battery charges while your tablet is plugged in. Charging time will vary depending on how you use your tablet.
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Plug the supplied USB cable for Multi Port into the AC adapter.
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Plug the AC power cord (mains lead) into the AC adapter.
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Plug the other end of the AC power cord (mains lead) into an AC outlet (wall socket).
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Turn over your tablet, and then remove the cover for the Multi Port.
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The Multi Port cover is necessary to utilize the splash-proof feature. Keep the Multi Port cover in a safe place.
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Plug the USB cable for Multi Port into the Multi Port of your tablet in the direction shown below.
The charge indicator shows the battery charging status.
Hint
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Using the designated Sony cradle (SGPDS2, sold separately) for your tablet allows you to charge the battery easier.
Checking the remaining battery level/charging status
You can check the remaining battery level with the icon displayed on the status bar on the Home screen.
The charge indicator tells you the charging status. The charge indicator lights up in different colors, depending on the remaining battery level.
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Charging status
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Remaining battery level
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Display status
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With the AC adapter
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Low (0 - 15 %)
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Red
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Mid (16 - 89 %)
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Orange
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Full (90 - 100 %)
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Green
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Without the AC adapter
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Low (0 - 15 %)
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Red flashing
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Mid (16 - 89 %)
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Off
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Full (90 - 100 %)
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Off
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Note
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The charge indicator flashes in red when the battery level becomes low and the tablet requires charging to continue operation.
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