Do I have to full charge the power bank before the first use?
71824
No you don't but personally, I prefer to fully charge it and then drain it twice before I use it.
545268
Yea it comes with a regular usb cable to mini usb. The mini USb side charges the unit. You can't charge your phone on it if that's what you're asking. No 'power bank'
581497
Not quite... But there is some charge. I recommend a normal charge time before fully using it.
381387
I would charge it a good 24 hours before use. I am still using it on the first charge.
1523262
Have you charged it yet? Make sure you charge it fully before the first flight.
2017247
It arrived partially charged. Recommend fully charging it prior to use or testing.
1976737
No, you charge it on a cradle. The batter lasts many days (around 7, I believe) with normal use, so as long as you put it in the cradle before bedtime, you should be good. The few times I've forgotten to do so, a minimal charge will keep you going until you can let it charge for longer.
1889603
No just use it until the lights go out then recharge, it's an ion battery, so it's best to drain it then charge to full.Love mine it have saved me a ton of headaches.
1670887
Not fully charged when delivered but it should be charged before use anyway.
583869
BEFORE USE, let it charge all the way to get maximum efficiency. I charged mine for 8 hours to get a full charge. One must be patient to reap the rewards.
789894
That's a bit of a problem. You cannot use it while it is charging. But it does charge through the USB connection so your power bank will still be useful.
743678
I do not know yet because I dont use it that often. However, you should follow the manufacture's instruction as always charge the camera to full charge for the FIRST time when you open it out of the box. Do not use it right away when the battery is not in full charge for the first time; I think it is not good for your battery. And always REMEMBER to charge it when not in use and I am sure that your camera will always have plenty of power. Most often people have a habit of not charging their device after extensively and abusely usage and this habit actually KILL the battery very quick. Make it a shorter life. I do not know yet because I dont use it that often. However, you should follow the manufacture's instruction as always charge the camera to full charge for the FIRST time when you open it out of the box. Do not use it right away when the battery is not in full charge for the first time; I think it is not good for your battery. And always REMEMBER to charge it when not in use and I am sure that your camera will always have plenty of power. Most often people have a habit of not charging their device after extensively and abusely usage and this habit actually KILL the battery very quick. Make... » Read More I do not know yet because I dont use it that often. However, you should follow the manufacture's instruction as always charge the camera to full charge for the FIRST time when you open it out of the box. Do not use it right away when the battery is not in full charge for the first time; I think it is not good for your battery. And always REMEMBER to charge it when not in use and I am sure that your camera will always have plenty of power. Most often people have a habit of not charging their device after extensively and abusely usage and this habit actually KILL the battery very quick. Make it a shorter life. « Show Less
1680485
It needs to be charged a full 24 hours when you first get it. If you charge it less than that the first time, the charges won't last as long. A battery can have a memory. If you charge it a short time, you will only be able to use it for short times. Be patient and charge it for 24 hours first, after that keep it in the stand and it will stay charged. In my kit there's a bright yellow taped instruction on the box that held the charging base where it says to charge it a full 24 hours before using the first time or the warranty is void.
1829018
If you don't fully charge the battery the first time, is can develop a memory and you will never get the "full use" of it. ALWAYS charge anything with a rechargeable battery at least 12-24 hours before use (cell phones, cordless phones, GPS, etc) it will just ensure you don't need a new battery for years.
381386
Yes that's correct, since it already comes pre-charged out of the box.Also my mistake it is 2 hours not 3 sorry. I just remembered that for first time charge after draining the battery, you only need to set it on the charger for 2 hrs.
1895575
Yes. I've bought three and they've come with enough of a charge to use right away but they recommend to charge for 24 hours before it's at full capacity. I also plugged everything in and used it immediately. I backed up my business WiFi with it and it didn't flinch when the power went out last week briefly.
1155924
No, you'll have to charge it for a few minutes and then leave it plugged in to use it.