The 7.4V battery voltage is lower than the 9 volts this would supply if loaded with six "AA" alkaline or lithium cells. Can the radio handle?
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The trick is.... Buy a dummy AA cell. Put 5 AA alkaline cells in the case with the dummy cell. Run the radiofor around 5 hours. Put in an AA cell in place of the dummy cell. You may now run the radio until you getthe "low voltage" voice warning. Save the AA cell you put in for the dummy cell for the next set so you canget all of the energy out of it. There are some sellers on e-bay that are selling the AA pack with a dummycell included. The sellers on Amazon should do the same and include instructions.You have to do this because the radio was never designed to use AA cells...... but it can be made to work.NV7V The trick is.... Buy a dummy AA cell. Put 5 AA alkaline cells in the case with the dummy cell. Run the radiofor around 5 hours. Put in an AA cell in place of the dummy cell. You may now run the radio until you getthe "low voltage" voice warning. Save the AA cell you put in for the dummy cell for the next set so you canget all of the energy out of it. There are some sellers on e-bay that are selling the AA pack with a dummycell included. The sellers on Amazon should do the same and include instructions.You have to do this because the radio was never... » Read More The trick is.... Buy a dummy AA cell. Put 5 AA alkaline cells in the case with the dummy cell. Run the radiofor around 5 hours. Put in an AA cell in place of the dummy cell. You may now run the radio until you getthe "low voltage" voice warning. Save the AA cell you put in for the dummy cell for the next set so you canget all of the energy out of it. There are some sellers on e-bay that are selling the AA pack with a dummycell included. The sellers on Amazon should do the same and include instructions.You have to do this because the radio was never designed to use AA cells...... but it can be made to work.NV7V « Show Less
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Dear Buyer ,You can use "AA" Alkaline battery with this battery case , Not Lithium cells.
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I put 6 new Energizer Max AA alkaline in (was 9.6+VDC total) and the unit would RX but not TX due to a safety circuit. I mixed 3 older alkaline with 3 new and got 9.13VDC at the 'tabs' then the unit would TX and RX.. So you may need to mix/match..
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This case is designed to use six rechargeable AA batteries, not six alkaline AA batteries. The radio uses 7.4 volts [A] 6 rechargeable batteries x 1.2 volts = 7.2 volts (charged to the max it might give you 1.275 volts each = 7.65 volts) 7.2 - 7.65 volts is just fine, will work. [B] 6 alkaline batteries x 1.5 volts = 9.0 volts (brand new batteries might give you 1.6 volts each = 9.6 volts) 9.0 - 9.6 volts is way over-powered, wont work. [C] 5 alkaline batteries (+ 1 dummy) x 1.5 volts = 7.5 volts (brand new batteries might give you 1.6 volts each = 8.0 volts) 7.5 - 8.0 volts just makes the top limit (8.0142 volts) on power overage. The real difference between [A] and [C] is the mAh capacity; the alkaline's will always give you more because of chemistry design (longer lasting).
1968754
Yes if you wire the batteries in series so that total output is 12v. Probably looking at a couple hours if your lucky. I'd put a motorcycle battery in if I were you. Would be about the same size as 2 6v batteries.
1272679
The radio works on both batteries or 110V with the cord.......I listen to my radio every night on 110V and use batteries when I take it camping.
1205208
No. It won't work, as far as I can tell. Just looked up that radio online. Says it charges 7-18 volt batteries. Not 20 volt
2180786
This pump takes 12 volts, so we got a battery holder that held 8 AA cells. I have no idea what would happen if you tried running it on a lower voltage.
452741
No. Well, yes, I suppose if you want to go to a lot of trouble. I believe it runs on 4.5 volts. So if you can arrange 3-1.5 volt batteries (AAA, AA, C or D) in series (end-to-end) and connect the output to the Onyx's power input, it's possible. There used to be portable XM Radios, so I would suggest looking for one of those if it's portability you want. Good luck.
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Yes, three (3) "AA" per radio. Read a previous answer that stated no. Looked in manual before answering this. Unequivocally, yes you may.
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Most rechargeable have a voltage of 3.7 to 4.2 volts, unlike the regular lithium batteries that are 3 volts. So potentially, you can burn up the flashlight as 12.6 volts is a lot higher than the 9 volts that the light was designed for. Not recommended...
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The radios are designed to run on 7.4v. The AAA cells provide close to 9v (6*1.5=9). So in essence, the radio is protecting the TcvR by disabling the Tx ability. Otherwise, you would probably fry the TcvR. Use 5 AAA and one dummy cell. With the cells nominal rating you will be around 7.2-7.5v, thus allowing you to Tx.
967017
The radio takes 4 each of the AA size batteries or you can use it plugged in. We like the sound quality of the radio.
1496658
Follows battery voltage and the lead-acid discharge curve is very different from lithium. I would not expect it to work very well for that application.
691449
I only use the 9.6V, but apparently the charger will handle the full range of batteries. The red light to start would be normal if it stays on solid; if it flashes, it still needs a little charge.
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The radio is sold internationally, so that for greater voltage should be available. Please check with the seller. I really like mine. I know that it uses a transformer for a 8.5 volts in the USA. There should be some sort of what you need there. It is just a matter of voltage. It does use a transformer. I know that. I know there is a converter to go from voltage of other countries to that of the USA. Surely there is the opposite too, if needed.
1336328
The unit has 4 AA batteries that will work for several days. It comes with a wall transformer providing 5.9 volts to a concentric plug on the rear of the radio, Using a concentric plug and cord any source of 5.9 volts would run the unit.
1985913
The battery that came with my radio is a Lithium-Ion 7.4 Volt battery rated at 1250 mAh. Keep in mind, a battery adaptor that uses size AA alkaline batteries can be purchased for this radio. However, the AA battery pack power will not last long if one does much transmitting with it installed. The Alkaline battery pack seems to be designed more for radio reception.
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This radio was not designed with a AC or DC adaptor. But in order to accomplish this change over you would have to d take a 12V battery pack and remove the batteries or disable the pack and connect your Positive & Negative up to the pack. Use a volt meter to test and locate the positive terminal on the battery if it is not already identified. Most of all check the voltage output of your DC supplier first to make sure that the voltage and the amps are constantly within the original radios spec. if not, DON'T MAKE THE CONNECTION!!!!!!! You might destroy a good radio.
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I don't, I gave it to one of my family members that is an electronic whiz. My advice is that the battery sold for it is the wrong one or the radio is defective.