The ActiveKEY doesn’t need a cradle to update — it updates automatically through a cell signal — but the ActiveKEY still needs to be plugged into power to keep its battery charged.

· An ActiveKey with a full charge should keep working without having to connect it to power for about 3 days

· A full charge takes approximately 4 hours.

· Use only the provided wall charger or optional car charger. Using any other charger will void the warranty on your ActiveKEY and may damage your ActiveKEY. Note: Connecting your ActiveKEY to your computer with the USB cable will not adequately charge your key. Most computers do not pass enough charge through the USB cable to offset a cellular radio’s consumption.

· You can conserve battery by turning the radio off in the ActiveKEY. To turn the radio off, first press the On/Off button on the ActiveKEY to turn the key on. Then press and hold the On/Off button for 10 seconds or until the key says RADIO IS TURNED OFF. The next time you turn on your ActiveKEY, press 1 to turn the radio on. Please note: With the radio in the ActiveKEY off, you will not receive messages or showing notifications. For information about sending text showing alerts to your cell phone, please call 877‑699‑6787.

· Consider a car charger: You can leave your ActiveKEY in your car plugged into a car charger when you’re not using it. Your ActiveKEY will be on hand and ready to go whenever you need it.