How can I preserve my EmotiBit battery when not in use?

The EmotiBit uses a stock 400mAh battery. Check out these FAQs on how to charge the battery and how long a charged battery typically lasts.

The EmotiBit can be set into the following 2 modes when not in use to help reduce battery consumption:

1. Sleep Mode: This mode can be activated in 2 ways:
2. Using the EmotiBit Button: A long 5 second press of the EmotiBit Button.
3. Using the EmotiBit Oscilloscope: When an EmotiBit is connected to an oscilloscope, the Sleep mode can be activated through the Power Mode dropdown in the oscilloscope.
   To bring the EmotiBit out of sleep, press the Reset button on the Feather.
4. Hibernate Mode: The hibernate mode can be enabled by sliding the HIB switch to HIB position. To disable hibernate, slide the HIB switch out of the HIB position.

NOTE: Please EXERCISE CAUTION when toggling the Hibernate switch. Excessive force or improper handling may damage the switch.

A note on usage: The sleep mode should be used when EmotiBit is inactivate for short durations, for example, between experiments. The Hibernate mode offer maximum power saving and should be used for long periods of inactivity!