The ADP2291 is a constant-current/constant-voltage linear charger for a single-cell, lithium ion battery, requiring just a few components to provide a simple and safe charging system that operates from a wide 4.5 V to 12 V input voltage range. It features an internally controlled, multistep charging cycle that improves battery life. An external, low cost PNP provides the charging current to the battery, and an external resistor sets the maximum charge current. A small, external capacitor programs the maximum charge time. The controller includes an LED driver to indicate the battery charging status.