I don't think this is off topic since it is a test instrument to be used with or on the tower... 1. can I use high capacity NiMh batteries with this instrument? 2. can I use LOW DISCHARGE? iow, what
I run Lithium ion batteries in my 269.Long shelf life and no problems after 2 years. I just turned it on 17.8 volts. You can pull the pouch over the knobs gently but surprise you won't be able to rea
thanks Tim, food for thought... did you make the rechargeable pack or was it a commercial...if so, source? I can see making one of these from a pair of NiMh 9V (for small size) and put them in the po
hmph! I was given the understanding while reading a battery store advert, that NiMh discharge at the rate of about 2% per day or week? but that more expensive LOW discharge will remain at 85%. iow, t
Don't know about the discharge rate but the batteries in my 259 last for 2-3 years. 3. once I get the batteries installed and the jumper checked.. HOW do you get the analyzer into the pouch? -- remov
That raised rim is a recent addition. Most don't have it. The blank plug addresses the problem of accidentally turning it on when you store it, which was/is a frequent problem. As far as I know, the
For items like the antenna analyzer that may be used infrequently I prefer NiCd batteries over NiMh. They typically have a lower self-discharge rate. Some older vintage MFJ-259B units did not have a
It is VERY easy to discharge the batteries by accident. Virtually any batteries will run the analyzer just fine, but I'd say the most critical consideration is to use batteries that won't leak and de
I use plain old batteries. They last nearly forever if the unit is not turned on such as the infamous turn on when put away leaving the owner saying, "I know I turned it off before I put it away". Lo