probably could be done with a diode and resistor (1k to 10k) to the +5v supply. neither nickel cadmium nor NimH like to be overcharged however and this will definitely damage it eventually. also, nicads do self discharge fairly quickly, usually within 1 month. a better idea would be to just use 3 alkaline double or triple "a" batteries in series, or if you can find a "gold cap" use that with the resistor and diode scheme to charge it. or ask the swap list, batteries can be had for $2+, i've even seen new ones in that price range. or $4-5 at radio shaft. remember, if you overcharge the batteries, they will eventually leak and damage things.
Henry Lintiaco wrote: > > Hello: > > due to limited budget, I will try to use the 3.6V > battery (Nickel Cadmium or NimH) designed for cordless > phone to my PPC 6100/66 as PRAM batt. I will > connect/solder the 2 wires + - respectively. Problem > is, this battery needs recharging, how can I charge it > on its first use? Do any of you guys tried to do this? > thanks > > Henri -------- -- --Funny thing, the "MSN Butterfly" looks awfully fat, too fat for a butterfly, more like a bee. I guess there is truth in advertising after all... -- 1st-PowerMacs is sponsored by <http://lowendmac.com/> and... Small Dog Electronics http://www.smalldog.com | Refurbished Drives | -- Sonnet & PowerLogix Upgrades - start at $169 | & CDRWs on Sale! | Support Low End Mac <http://lowendmac.com/lists/support.html> 1st PowerMacs list info: <http://lowendmac.com/lists/1st-powermacs.shtml> --> AOL users, remove "mailto:"; Send list messages to: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To unsubscribe, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> For digest mode, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subscription questions: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> List archive: <http://mail.maclaunch.com/lists/1st-powermacs/> --------------------------------------------------------------- >The Think Different Store http://www.ThinkDifferentStore.com ---------------------------------------------------------------
