When you have connected and turned on the parent unit and baby unit, the batteries will charge automatically.
Note:
- Before using the baby monitor for the first time, charge the parent unit and baby unit batteries for 12 hours.
- The standby time varies depending on your actual use and the age of the batteries.
The battery icon indicates the battery status (see the following table).
| Battery Indicators | Battery Status | Action |
| The parent unit beeps and the screen displays  . |
The batteries have very little charge and may be used for only a short time. |
Charge without interruption. The recommended charging time from low to full battery is at least 10 hours, for both baby unit and parent unit. |
| The battery icon becomes solid  . |
The batteries are fully charged. | To keep the batteries charged, connect it to AC power when not in use. |