Jim Lind wrote: > > I have two 1400 batteries one charges, one isn't recognized. > Etc.
> So, I assume that I just need to get 8V or so into the VST Battery and my > PB will recognize it again. > Is there any safe way I can do this? Charge the OB and connect 'em? Or is > this something a desk jockey at a Battery Store is better off doing? > > Thanks for any Replies. > > -Jim Hello Jim: I have found that normal battery chargers, when wired up to the battery contacts using lengths of wire with small alligator clips, do the trick. You just need a battery charger of around 7-9 volts and about 200-350 milliamps. That is important. If the charger develops too many milliamps the battery will over heat. I like to use slightly bent sewing needles to slip in between the battery contacts and the plastic casing so that good contact can be made with the alligator clips. It is good to check the conductivity of the needles once you have inserted them using a multimeter or volt meter. Sincerely yours, Grizzlygiant -- PowerBooks is sponsored by <http://lowendmac.com/> and... Small Dog Electronics http://www.smalldog.com | Enter To Win A | -- Canon PowerShot Digital Cameras start at $299 | Free iBook! | Support Low End Mac <http://lowendmac.com/lists/support.html> PowerBooks list info: <http://lowendmac.com/lists/powerbooks.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]> Archive: <http://www.mail-archive.com/powerbooks%40mail.maclaunch.com/> Using a Mac? Free email & more at Applelinks! http://www.applelinks.com
