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# Power Management

### Battery Bypass

As shown in the image below, when a USB is connected, the 5K is designed to receive power directly from the USB, not the battery. Out of the 5V 500mA provided by a typical PC USB port, 200mA is used for battery charging, while the remaining 300mA is used for the 5 K's operation.

<figure><img src="/files/yZlUfvNEKs1L15Q5i8HC" alt=""><figcaption><p>Qudelix-5K Power Management</p></figcaption></figure>

This design is crucial in maximizing the battery's lifespan. If the system continues using battery power while charging, the lifespan will significantly shorten.

{% hint style="info" %}
The built-in battery is not used when using the 5K as a USB DAC, and the entire system operates solely on USB power.
{% endhint %}

{% hint style="info" %}
Even without the battery, the system operates well when connected to USB power.
{% endhint %}

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### Charging Complete

Once charging is complete, the internal charging circuit cuts the current to the battery, and the battery enters a state of free discharge with all connections cut off.

<figure><img src="/files/G6tMQfeITHMwYCtcDmeb" alt=""><figcaption><p>Qudelix-5K Charging</p></figcaption></figure>

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Battery lifespan and device stability are not affected even if the 5K is always connected to a charger or PC USB port.
{% endhint %}


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