Battery problem: I bought one, exchanged it, and am now having the same problem with the second that I did with the first: How long should it take to charge the battery *the first time*?
263179
I found that mine won't charge at all when connected to my computer at work. It DOES charge on both of my home computers, and I did install the Creative software on those computers. I e-mailed Creative's support to inquire if the software was required on a computer for it to charge the player, but I've heard nothing back from them. Since then, I've bought a second battery (non-OEM Lenmar battery) until I can find a reliable and inexpensive A/C charger (this also means non-OEM since Creative's prices are nuts).
1439041
Yes, I think you might have a problem. I have purchased 2, and both actually charged up with in an hour. Make sure the device you had it plugged into, to charge, didn't go to sleep, and stop charging.
1043329
Great timing with your question. I bought one of these a little while ago and went to use it for only the second time this past weekend.....(I use it as a back up when my main battery is depleted).....the first use was brief, as I only needed a few minutes battery time. This weekend, the battery was fully depleted in a matter of minutes (no more than 5 min) and on subsequent recharges, continues to work just as poorly. I am very disappointed. Don't know if this is the norm or not, but if it is, buyer beware.....
445286
I have not had that problem, yet! Sometimes a battery will not receive a charge. I would buy a new battery for a cure>
985701
Youre supposed to let it charge for a few hours the first day you get it. If that doesnt work maybe you should contact the company and get a new one.
1784609
Return it for a replacement & get the one that has the battery that can run 1.5 hrs once charged. I have them both and the one with the battery in the better.
1129489
How long are you letting it charge for? I let it charge for a few hrs the first time, since then I have rarely had to charge it. Try letting it be charged for hrs if you haven't yet...if that fails to make a difference, or if you've already done this, I'd attempt to return the item.
2126785
THE REGULAR CHARGER TAKES A COUPLE OF HOURS AND CAUSED ME A TIME PROBLEM. I ordered a couple of new battery's and a new 30 min. charger and solved my time issue. That way i always have a charged spare plus one on the charger. Works out very well. thanks
831563
When I first got mine, I charged it for a least 24 hours. The On/Off switch should function easy to turn the device on/off. I am not sure WHAT is the problem with yours. It very well may be a defected device......?Sorry, Wish you luck...!
1622703
I would immediately send it back. It has to be defective. My two batteries work just fine. They take the charge and hold it until you are ready to use them. Sorry to hear you had trouble. These are hi-tech units and I do suppose that they are a little temperamental.
421247
I charged mine the first time for 8 hours (overnight) and have had to charge it two other times in a four month period. How are you able to tell you have only 15%?
2126783
THE REGULAR CHARGER TAKES A COUPLE OF HOURS AND CAUSED ME A TIME PROBLEM. I ordered a couple of new battery's and a new 30 min. charger and solved my time issue.That way i always have a charged spare plus one on the charger. Works out very well. thanks
60114
That's way too long. It seems to take longer than usual with some cheap batteries and with rechargeables. Even then, not 20 minutes. I'd double check that it's not the batteries if convenient and/or contact the seller/mfgr to see if they'll swap it for another one.
842056
I have used mine more than 30 times between charges without a problem. I have never had the battery run low so I do not really know how long it takes to charge. I just charge it after it has been more than a week or two since I used it.
176439
I had same problem...it's either an internal battery or charger issue and it's not fixable...just return it. The new one I got (same model) works though.
355040
Hey, I had a problem with one of the battery. It didn't charge too but he other is still working. I went to their web site and found there is no way in returns in this company. I had to suck it up and go to another company. Sorry, but it's how this company works with no returns even no way of contacting anyone. Hope this helps, tell others...
1668883
4 hours is on the long side. But I would not be concerned, especially on a first charge. If it takes more than six hours I would ask for a return and replacement.