Checking the battery charge levels and LED status

The TSC5 controller / Ranger 5 data collector is powered by internal batteries which are not removable, and an optional, user-replaceable accessory battery pack which enables you to double the battery run-time.

It takes approximately 3.5 hours to charge the TSC5 controller / Ranger 5 data collector internal batteries from an empty state using the AC adapter and USB-C to USB-C cable included in the packout.

If you are using the optional user-replaceable Li-35 accessory battery pack, you can charge it while installed in the device, or externally. While installed in the device, the total time to fully charge both internal and accessory batteries, when in an empty state, is approximately 8 hours.

It may take longer if you are using your device for power-intensive activities, for example using GNSS or processing a lot of data while you are charging it.

It may also take longer to charge the batteries if you use third party AC adapters, or PC \ laptop USB Ports.

LED charging status

An LED on the keyboard (above the Power key) shows the charging status. The charging LED applies to the internal non-removable battery, and the optional user-removable battery pack.

  • ☀ Green: fully charged.

  • ☀ Amber: charging normally.

  • ☀ Red: battery charging error. It can take the device approximately 30 seconds to recognize a bad battery and indicate a charging error.