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Old 18-02-2019, 02:54 PM
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Originally Posted by raymo View Post
I'd like to know why the device is fitted with a MiniUSB external power port
when USB supplies 5v and the unit is only rated to 4.5v. I'll make up a 4.5v
power pack and see if it then overheats when using the power port.
raymo
It could be that it is designed to run on rechargeable batteries as well as standard batteries and the mini USB is a charging port.
That would explain standard batteries getting hot as you are charging them, where rechargeables would not get hot. Worth a test?

Time to find the manual or contact the dealer?

Cheers,
Damien.
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