2 aera 500 Series Owner’s Manual
Getting Started
Installing the Battery
1. Locate the lithium‑ion battery that came in
the product box.
2. Slide the release key until the battery
cover on the back of the aera opens up.
3. Remove the battery cover.
4. Locate the metal contacts on the end of
the lithium‑ion battery.
5. Insert the battery so that the metal
contacts on the battery line‑up with
the metal contacts inside the battery
compartment.
6. Slide the top of the battery cover into
the groove on the inside of the battery
compartment, and press down.
WARNING: This product contains a lithium-ion battery.
To prevent damage, remove the unit from the vehicle when
exiting or store it out of direct sunlight.
Charging Your aera
Charge your aera for at least 4 hours before
using on battery power.
Connect the vehicle power cable.
Connect the USB cable.
Connect an AC adapter (optional
accessory).
Use a battery charger (optional
accessory).
Mounting Your aera in an
Automobile
1. Plug the vehicle power cable into the
power connector on the right side of the
cradle.
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Vehicle power
cable
Release button
Cradle
2. Remove the clear plastic from the bottom
of the friction mount and shape it to your
dashboard.
3. Place the friction mount on your
dashboard so it is easily accessible.
4. Lift the arm up.
Mount arm
Friction mount
5. Snap the cradle onto the friction mount
arm.
6. Fit the bottom of your aera into the cradle.
