Audiovox smt5600 blinks amber light upon plugging in charger and wont charge and the (!)icon appears on the screen whichi n the manual means that the battery is either at too high or too low of operating temp, which cannot be te case because im using it in normal operating conditions. also when i do unplug the charger after plugging it in, it turns off the phone automaticaly. almost like there is no more power in the battery, even when the battery was fully charged when using it for the first time. does that sound like a battery prblem or a phone problem. i hope its a problem with th batery because id be willing to buy a new battery. hope you can help me.

Steps : Check the type of batteries you are using. Many a times , less powerful batteries gives issues.When u r charging External charger with battery - will give you blinking light .. which is the indicator for charging.. Check the manuals of the charger to see the meaning .. I feel that you need a replacement battery Or charger needs a repair.. Your question is not very clear though.!

A red light indicates the charger is charging the battery, an amber light means it has switched from fast rate charging to trickle to keep the battery topped off, and green would mean the battery is completely charged. But don't be fooled waiting for green, many times the charger will only be on green for a moment before changing to amber and keeping the battery topped off.

Flashing can be a sign of a problem on some chargers.

A rapid flashing red can on some chargers indicate a bad or shorted battery, or a bad battery contact in the charger itself. If in question, try a different battery on the charger or compare with another charger to determine if the blinking is normal.

Best regards.

bad battery or when light blinks . . .over heated in most cases

Dirty Contacts

On the edge of your battery and inside your camera's battery compartment you'll find several small metal bits. These are known as contacts, and as the name implies, they enable the transfer of energy from the battery to your digital camera. Over time and with regular usage, the contacts can accumulate skin oils, dirt and metal residue, resulting in poor energy transfer between battery and camera or charging dock and battery. Clean all metal contacts of visible debris using a microfiber cloth. For tougher corrosion, use the eraser at the end of a pencil.

Faulty Charger

Before you run out to replace your camera's battery, plug in your charger without the battery mounted. On most models, a red or amber light will appear indicating that it's ready to accept a battery for charging. If the light doesn't appear, it indicates a faulty charger. Ensure that the power cord is fully connected to the back of the charger, and then inspect it for any tears, fraying or other damage. To purchase a replacement charger, visit the place of purchase or contact the manufacturer.

Corroded Contacts

Leaving your camera untouched for a long while with its battery inside is a recipe for corrosion. Over time, leakage from the inside of the battery can dry and harden onto the contacts of both the battery and the camera. Though light corrosion can be removed in the same way as oil and dirt residue, severe corrosion may cause permanent damage to the metal. Buff the corrosion away with a small piece of aluminum foil and a drop of vinegar. If this doesn't work, the battery will require replacement.

Extreme Temperatures

Placing your battery on the charger after a night near an open window or an afternoon in a hot car will usually yield a poor charge, even if the charger indicates that the unit is full. Once placed inside the camera, it will deplete quickly after light use. Storing your camera or battery in extremely hot or cold temperatures will lessen the unit's energy discharge over time. Always store your battery in a dry, relatively cool area to protect your battery's delicate internal parts. If it has recently been exposed to extreme temperatures, let it warm or cool to room temperature before charging.

Exhausted Battery

If you're an avid photographer and have been relying upon the same battery for several years, chances are your unit is nearing exhaustion. Most lithium-ion units become exhausted after thousands of cycles. When placed on the charger, the indicator light may remain red or amber, which means that it's not recognizing the battery. It may also display a green light after a very short time, indicating a full charge. However, the battery will still deplete rapidly if inserted in the camera. Consult your manufacturer or visit a battery retailer to purchase a replacement unit.

If the charge light shows a blinking amber, then the battery is dead. If the charge light shows a solid amber, then it's charging.

Which is it?

This appears to be a problem with the ac charger its saying that ur charger is underpowered and cannot charge ur laptop take a look at ur older charger and buy the same brand and that should help out its a common problem that pops up for some that replace failed chargers

You must install ActiveSync software on an Win XP OS available with disk supplied with phone or on MicroSoft support page.

If you are using Win Vista OS, then download latest Mobile Center software while you phone is plugged into USB port.

Phone must be recognized by OS for phone to charge. Nice Audiovox/Microsoft desigh heh? Some times you just want to get designs by the throat and squeeze them.

Green:Fully charged
Amber:Improper connection
Red:Charging

If your battery goes COMPLETELY dead, which it will do if phone is not turned OFF and not used for a long period of time, you will need to JUMP START it using you OEM SMT-5600 AC charger. Other AC chargers will not work for this purpose and neither will a USB port.

You can JUMP START the battery using a USB port by cutting off a USB cable to expost the red and black power USB PORT power pins 1 and 4. Remove your SMT-5600 battery and while the modified USB cable is plugged into your USB PORT, hold the BLACK wire to the negative (-) terminal and the RED wire to the positive (+) terminal for about a minute. Replace the battery in the phone and connect the phone to a USB PORT using a standard USB cable. The SMT-5600 charging light may not register for a while, but will eventually light amber to show it is charging, assuming your phone is recoginzed by your computer.

Note some mini USB cables DONOT carry the USB power leads through to the phone, only data. If you have a very thin USB cable, be suspicious the power leads are not being carried in the cable.

Since the USB PORT power is limited to 100ma it cannot hurt the battery, but will insert enough current into a totally flat batter to cause the battery to register a voltage large enough to alllow USB PORT charging, typically 3.7VDC.

you can use any USB cable, there is nothing specific about any particular brand... now the computer has to recognize the phone. You need the software/driver.