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FXRStuarty Regular Visitor
Joined: Dec 23, 2005 Posts: 91
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Posted: Fri Feb 17, 2012 6:02 pm Post subject: Power Source |
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With the addition of phones, satnav and headsets the need for a suitable external recharging power source is a real necessity.
I have a satnav, a SE mobile and a Scala headset. With a single power source available on my bike (single (very little space) ciggie socket under the seat) is there any other options to provide recharging on the move?
Been having a look at battery operated Duracell stuff but TBH I am rather confused about charging output and dont know if a single charger such as this will be detrimental to any of the units being charged.
Any advice? |
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253 Lifetime Member
Joined: Mar 05, 2007 Posts: 1058 Location: The green bit between the M40, M4 and M25.
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Posted: Fri Feb 17, 2012 10:37 pm Post subject: |
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I've only got limited - and I mean limited - info.
Mates have hard wired from the battery up to wherever they have the cradle for the satnav, usually the handle bars. But I have seen some where the cable and connections are tucked away and then brought out from under the seat / tank to fit onto the unit held on the tank bag.
Not sure but I thought there were a few options available for Scala systems.
I have used the Duracell mobile battery system a few times, bought it to charge my HTC Sensation when out on the bike using CA. It works a treat, I have the smaller model because it was going for 50% off at Robert Dyas, gives me another 9 hours standby or 3 hours talk (best figures). Works a treat and would recommend.
It would and could charge a satnav, but no idea of how long it would last.
The charge time is very quick, can use the phone whilst being charged.
Bob _________________ Triumph Tbird 1700. And now a Bonnie T100. |
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Alan29 Occasional Visitor
Joined: Feb 18, 2010 Posts: 6
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Posted: Fri Feb 17, 2012 11:09 pm Post subject: |
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I've got a 12v ciggie socket on handlebars. I swap stuff around as needed. The satnav works for a couple of hours unplugged. |
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AliOnHols Pocket GPS Verifier
Joined: Oct 15, 2008 Posts: 1941
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Posted: Fri Feb 17, 2012 11:46 pm Post subject: |
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I use a Silverline Car Cigarette Lighter Splitter and USB Adaptor from Amazon.co.uk wired to the battery and stored under the seat.
Edit, I also use a PowerMonkey for emergency, away from the bike, boosting. _________________ Garmin Nuvi 2599
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