Charging the Nintendo DS Lite
Special notes about the battery:
- The battery must be fully-charged before using for the first time, or after you have not used it for a long time (the battery should be charged at least every six months).
This can typically take around four (4) hours.
- The battery can be fully re-charged at least 500 times, but after long-term
use the battery performance will begin to decline.
- The unit may be re-charged at any time, including during game play.
However, re-charging during game play will take longer.
- When recharging the battery, use only the Nintendo DS Lite AC Adapter, Model No. USG-002.
To charge the battery:
- Insert the small end of the adapter into the external extension connector (labeled "5.2V=IN") on the back of the Nintendo DS Lite, just next to the SLOT 1 Game Card opening.

- Swing the prongs on the AC adapter until they lock into place,
then insert it into a standard (120 volt) outlet.
The plug should be mounted vertically or on a floor outlet (such as
a power strip).

- Once the adapter is properly inserted, the unit will begin to
charge (the orange charging light will display).

- Once the DS Lite is fully charged, the orange charge light will go off.

- Unplug the adapter from the wall (holding it by the plug and not the cord)
before removing the connection from the Nintendo DS Lite.
