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Sirius chargers - 12/30/2001 9:38:08 AM   
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Status: offline 		The Pro Charger is not designed for NiMh use unless it has been factory upgraded. The Limited Edition is capable of charging either 4-5 cell NiCd or NiMh packs.

The LE unit will charge a completely discharged battery within a 45 minute time frame generally depends on the size...

The Pro unit will charge at a much slower rate 1-3 hours depending again on size.

Neither of these units will charge a flat battery. I have had several instances when I had to use a conventional wall charger or something similar to get a battery up to a level of charge, prior to them working charging on the Sirius equipment.

Another consideration when using Sirius Equipment is the need for the voltage to be move through the charge jack in both directions, many TX's have a diode installed preventing the Sirius equipment from functioning. You either disable the diode, directions on Sirius site or remove the battery from the TX and charge.

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charge - 12/30/2001 9:44:48 AM   
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Status: offline 		I think we are both saying the same thing...I would suggest on a new batt to charge the 15 hours as suggested , and the enjoy the sirius...I do not suggest the pro for what he intends to do...........Regardless you will be very happy...
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accucharger - 12/30/2001 9:48:51 AM   
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Status: offline 		This will get you on the playing field.......just follw directions on whatever you use...The Sirius charger is built for me!...idiots...I cannot make a mistake,,,

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Battery Charger UNSURPASSED! - 12/30/2001 10:31:27 AM   
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Status: offline 		I have always used the wall warts and such that came with the radio but when I set up the radio in my B-17 I needed a lot of batteries and special chargers. I talked to Sirius and bought the reg size (pro) for my two 800 rx batteries and the limited (bigger with two fans) for my two 2000 six volt packs.

When I go to an event I am usually motel bound and really don't want to take a 70lb B-17 into the room to charge it. In the morning I get in the Suburban, hook up the small Sirius and charge. When the lights blink I stop, hook up the large sirrus and charge. When I get to the event my batteries are charged.

After each and every flight I recharge all batteries using the Sirius chargers. I also check the batteries before and after each flight.

I am now free from the nightly hook up in the garage and the "hope I can find an outlet" at the event. Heck one time in Omaha at the motel with my Stearman I ran an extension cord from the room to the truck. No more the Sirius does it on the fly.

I bought the chargers for my B-17 but now use them for all my planes including my 40 sized Morris. I don't worry about forgeting to charge I just charge when I fly, not the night before.

I also have the Sirius Super Test that drains the bats and gives you the capacity. So simple, no plug in, I can use it anywhere, anytime. Sirius has made it so simple.

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Re: Sirius chargers - 12/30/2001 10:44:09 PM   
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Status: offline 		I just pulled up the Sirius web site and they say the pro does nicads and nimh.....so they must be selling the updated version. Is this charger more suited though for nicads than nimh? I'm simply searching for a way to manage my batteries easier, because I never know what i'm going to fly next ( I have my on airstrip on my property) and I have a choice of 15 planes to fly ranging from 20 - 120 size[QUOTE]Originally posted by mglavin
The Pro Charger is not designed for NiMh use unless it has been factory upgraded. The Limited Edition is capable of charging either 4-5 cell NiCd or NiMh packs.

The LE unit will charge a completely discharged battery within a 45 minute time frame generally depends on the size...

The Pro unit will charge at a much slower rate 1-3 hours depending again on size.

Neither of these units will charge a flat battery. I have had several instances when I had to use a conventional wall charger or something similar to get a battery up to a level of charge, prior to them working charging on the Sirius equipment.

Another consideration when using Sirius Equipment is the need for the voltage to be move through the charge jack in both directions, many TX's have a diode installed preventing the Sirius equipment from functioning. You either disable the diode, directions on Sirius site or remove the battery from the TX and charge. [/QUOTE]

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Battery Charger UNSURPASSED! - 12/31/2001 12:02:02 AM   
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You are correct they do state the Pro is now capable of NiMh cells. Previously they had to replace the chip to increase the charge rate and sensitivity to utilize NiMh cells with the Pro unit.

If you have an older Pro unit this is still the case, per the manufacturer.

These are exceptional user friendly, goof proof, safe to chare indefinitely units. I would without a doubt use the Sirius equipment... There are only a few units with comparable conditioning schemes on the market.

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Sirius Charger's - 1/4/2002 9:28:56 PM   
DLT


 

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Status: offline 		OK, OK, OK I went ahead and got one of these chargers! Now I hope you guy's are satisfied............I think I will be!! (<:

Thanks for all the useful info that I received on these threads

Dave

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DLT- What,Where, and How Much - 1/5/2002 7:46:31 AM   
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Status: offline 		May I ask where you got it from and how much was the Total shipped to your door.

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Re: DLT- What,Where, and How Much - 1/5/2002 8:18:29 AM   
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Status: offline 		No problem......I bought it at Radical Rc (go to their web site and get the phone #, also great place to buy batteries).It was $115 for the Pro model. They have good prices on batteries and i'm switching to nimh for the most part, mainly 1650 mah (Sanyo's)[QUOTE]Originally posted by gbagley
May I ask where you got it from and how much was the Total shipped to your door.

-gerald [/QUOTE]

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OfficeShops.com - 1/5/2002 9:11:56 PM   
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Status: offline 		Nice to know about you Gerald.....one of these day's i'm going to delve into electrics or at least that's what i've been saying for a couple of years or so. That Tiger Moth looks very interesting.

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Battery Charger UNSURPASSED! - 1/7/2002 12:43:30 AM   
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Status: online 		I have both chargers. If I had to get rid of one of them, I would keep the sirius. If that tells you anything.

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Battery Charger UNSURPASSED! - 1/7/2002 5:25:56 AM   
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Am I correct in that you do not accept credit cards for orders?

I've successfully used PayPal before, but have heard that it has caused problems for some people.

Got your site bookmarked.


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What about a Litco Alpha 4 (is it any good ?) - 1/7/2002 5:52:57 AM   
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CC orders - 1/7/2002 8:45:50 AM   
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Battery Charger UNSURPASSED! - 1/7/2002 7:35:02 PM   
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Not a criticism, but just wanted to be clear on that. I don't think that fact alone would keep me from ordering from you. I fully understand why you do not take plastic, but if I were to place a VERY large order, I'd prefer the protection that a credit card affords the buyer.

Our local hobby store is severely e-flight challenged, I'm 0 for 5 now on items that I have tried to find there. So, I'm forced to look for mailorder suppliers that can ship small orders without too much handling cost. But on the other hand, I don't like waiting. Sending orders through the mail isn't an option. For some reason, we have the slowest mail delivery in the country. My record so far is 21 days for a first class letter from TX.

As I mentioned, I have your site bookmarked, and will likely be placing an order soon (using PayPal).

Karl

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Credit Cards - 1/9/2002 6:39:48 PM