Operations Manual Perdix
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BATTERY TYPES
After changing the battery, a screen will prompt for the battery type to be entered.
The Perdix attempts to guess what type of battery is being used. If the battery type is
incorrect, it should be manually edited.
Having the battery type set correctly is important so that the Perdix can give low
battery warnings at the proper voltage levels.
Supported battery types are:
1.5V Alkaline: The common AA battery type that can be purchased at most
supermarkets and electronics stores around the world. Not rechargeable. Inexpensive
and reliable, they provide 45 hours of operation. Recommended.
1.5V Photo Lithium: Fairly common, but more expensive than alkalines. They provide
about 60 hours of operation. Common brand is the Energizer Ultimate Lithium. Not
rechargeable. Good for use in very cold water. Recommended.
1.2V NiMH: Common rechargeable batteries used in digital cameras and photo flashes.
Can have high self discharge. Provide about 30 hours of operation per charge. Can die
quickly, so care should be taken to ensure sufficient charge prior to diving.
3.6V Saft: The Saft LS14500 lithium batteries provide very high energy density.
However, their high cost makes other battery types a better choice for most users.
Provide about 130 hours of operation. Can die quickly, so care should be taken to
ensure sufficient charge prior to diving.
3.7V Li-Ion: Rechargeable14500 Li-Ion batteries provide about 35 hours of operation
per charge. Can be ordered from the internet. Have more gradual voltage drop as
discharged, so easier to determine remaining capacity than NiMH rechargeables.
Good in cold water.
NOTE: Battery operating lifetimes are given with screen on medium brightness and
at room temperature. Higher brightness and lower temperature can reduce life.
Lower brightness can increase life.
Alkaline batteries are especially prone to leaking corrosive battery acid when
completely discharged. Remove discharged batteries immediately, and do not store
your Perdix for more than 2 months with an alkaline battery installed.
ALKALINE BATTERIES CAN LEAK!
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