18 Unitech PA960Chapter 3. Power systemNote: Backing-up data by backup battery only without the main battery installedin the battery compartment may take as long as 8 hours. Therefore, in order toprevent data protection failure due to backup battery failure, do not leave thePA960 without the rechargeable battery pack installed, or without connection toAC power for an extended period of time.It may take up to 72 hours to backup data when the PA960 is automatically shutdown because of very low battery power while the depleted batteries are stillinstalled in the battery compartment.Note: Before using the PA960 for the first time, charge the unit for 16 hours tofully charge the empty backup battery. Operating the PA960 for the first timewithout the AC adapter, and without fully charging the backup battery may result inloss of data stored in RAM memory.Charging the Main and Backup Battery for the First TimeCharging the Lithium-Ion Battery PackThe optional Docking Station is a convenient accessory for daily use of the PA960.The charging will be completed withing 3 hours. Or, when using the includedCharging/RS232 Cable or Carging / USB cable the charging time of the batterypack is about 3 hours.