For those that use PDA's out in the field, how do you recharge them when most PDAs don't have removable batteries?
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R.
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R.
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I trained a team of guinea pigs to row a tiny boat. They generate electricity which allows me to charge my PDA in the field. Took me 6 mo. to train each one, and 8 mo. to get the little chubby one to yell "row". It was kinda strange. It's such a simple word.... row.
I trained a team of guinea pigs to row a tiny boat. They generate electricity which allows me to charge my PDA in the field. Took me 6 mo. to train each one, and 8 mo. to get the little chubby one to yell "row". It was kinda strange. It's such a simple word.... row.
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plug it in to the closest tree that supports PDA's
plug it in to the closest tree that supports PDA's
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I know there is an emergency crank charging radio/flashlight that has a port for charging electronics. It's also solar powered. I'm using my phone, or I'd look it up for you. I think it's an Eton or something close to that.
I know there is an emergency crank charging radio/flashlight that has a port for charging electronics. It's also solar powered. I'm using my phone, or I'd look it up for you. I think it's an Eton or something close to that.
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 3fingervic</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I know there is an emergency crank charging radio/flashlight that has a port for charging electronics. It's also solar powered. I'm using my phone, or I'd look it up for you. I think it's an Eton or something close to that. </div></div>
Actaully I know what your'e talking about. I have one.
thanks.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 3fingervic</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I know there is an emergency crank charging radio/flashlight that has a port for charging electronics. It's also solar powered. I'm using my phone, or I'd look it up for you. I think it's an Eton or something close to that. </div></div>
Actaully I know what your'e talking about. I have one.
thanks.
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Try the Solar panel starter kit from Changers. It only costs a $150 dollars. Its thin, light, and can be tied to the outside of your backpack, plus there are many different adapters to charge different devices. There is a great review on it at itstactical.
Try the Solar panel starter kit from Changers. It only costs a $150 dollars. Its thin, light, and can be tied to the outside of your backpack, plus there are many different adapters to charge different devices. There is a great review on it at itstactical.
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I use a PowerFilm USB AA Solar Charger. I like it because it has a USB charging port but uses rechargeable AA batteries to store the solar charge when you're not connected to a device. The AA batteries can be removed and used in GPS and other devices that don't have USB charging ports. Pretty slick. Very lightweight and flexible, although you'll find other solar panels with more watts. Amazon carries them.
ETA: You're looking at about $73 for one.
I use a PowerFilm USB AA Solar Charger. I like it because it has a USB charging port but uses rechargeable AA batteries to store the solar charge when you're not connected to a device. The AA batteries can be removed and used in GPS and other devices that don't have USB charging ports. Pretty slick. Very lightweight and flexible, although you'll find other solar panels with more watts. Amazon carries them.
ETA: You're looking at about $73 for one.
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Petey</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I use a PowerFilm USB AA Solar Charger. I like it because it has a USB charging port but uses rechargeable AA batteries to store the solar charge when you're not connected to a device. The AA batteries can be removed and used in GPS and other devices that don't have USB charging ports. Pretty slick. Very lightweight and flexible, although you'll find other solar panels with more watts. Amazon carries them.
ETA: You're looking at about $73 for one.
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Those are pretty good. I use a Solar JOOS Orange. It is a good rechargable panel. Which has multiple adapters as well. IMO the most efficient solar panel out there.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Petey</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I use a PowerFilm USB AA Solar Charger. I like it because it has a USB charging port but uses rechargeable AA batteries to store the solar charge when you're not connected to a device. The AA batteries can be removed and used in GPS and other devices that don't have USB charging ports. Pretty slick. Very lightweight and flexible, although you'll find other solar panels with more watts. Amazon carries them.
ETA: You're looking at about $73 for one.
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Those are pretty good. I use a Solar JOOS Orange. It is a good rechargable panel. Which has multiple adapters as well. IMO the most efficient solar panel out there.
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Petey</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I use a PowerFilm USB AA Solar Charger. I like it because it has a USB charging port but uses rechargeable AA batteries to store the solar charge when you're not connected to a device. The AA batteries can be removed and used in GPS and other devices that don't have USB charging ports. Pretty slick. Very lightweight and flexible, although you'll find other solar panels with more watts. Amazon carries them.
ETA: You're looking at about $73 for one.
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So you can charge any USB device + AA batteries? If so not bad for $73.00
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Petey</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I use a PowerFilm USB AA Solar Charger. I like it because it has a USB charging port but uses rechargeable AA batteries to store the solar charge when you're not connected to a device. The AA batteries can be removed and used in GPS and other devices that don't have USB charging ports. Pretty slick. Very lightweight and flexible, although you'll find other solar panels with more watts. Amazon carries them.
ETA: You're looking at about $73 for one.
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So you can charge any USB device + AA batteries? If so not bad for $73.00
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This opens to 9.25 x 27", and puts out 5W:
Brunton
The problem is, what if it's cloudy? Take a look at this:
Brunton Sync
5% discount for Hide members, and free shipping.
Mark H.
This opens to 9.25 x 27", and puts out 5W:
Brunton
The problem is, what if it's cloudy? Take a look at this:
Brunton Sync
5% discount for Hide members, and free shipping.
Mark H.
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Throw a few sticks in this and start a fire...
http://biolitestove.com/BioLite.html
Pretty cool, I just saw it a couple days ago.
Throw a few sticks in this and start a fire...
http://biolitestove.com/BioLite.html
Pretty cool, I just saw it a couple days ago.
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Those are cool - i run an old Palm & Atrag on a card
Those are cool - i run an old Palm & Atrag on a card
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I'm not sure about 'any' USB device, but it works well with my iPod Touch that I use as a ballistics tool and has no problem charging the AA Eneloop batteries that come with the unit. I haven't tried it with an iPad or other power-hungry device that is beyond the old USB charging standard of 5V at 1A. The iPod and AA batteries cover my needs so I've left it at that.
I'm not sure about 'any' USB device, but it works well with my iPod Touch that I use as a ballistics tool and has no problem charging the AA Eneloop batteries that come with the unit. I haven't tried it with an iPad or other power-hungry device that is beyond the old USB charging standard of 5V at 1A. The iPod and AA batteries cover my needs so I've left it at that.
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I just one of the Freeloader solar battery chargers and it's great. You give it a full charge off your computer/socket before you leave, and you can top it up from the solar panels it has while you're out in the woods.
I just one of the Freeloader solar battery chargers and it's great. You give it a full charge off your computer/socket before you leave, and you can top it up from the solar panels it has while you're out in the woods.
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I too use a powerfilm roll up solar panel.
My advice: get one that puts out three times the power you need.
Why? 1. that way it will run the device directly from the sun WHILE it charges the batts &
2. on a REALLY cloudy day it will still give you enough juice to charge the batts with the unit off.
(Even a large power film rollable panel is lighter than these cheesy expensive backup battery with teeny solar panel rigs getting popular now- and you'd still have more power....)
Mine does all this, speaking from field experience.
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I too use a powerfilm roll up solar panel.
My advice: get one that puts out three times the power you need.
Why? 1. that way it will run the device directly from the sun WHILE it charges the batts &
2. on a REALLY cloudy day it will still give you enough juice to charge the batts with the unit off.
(Even a large power film rollable panel is lighter than these cheesy expensive backup battery with teeny solar panel rigs getting popular now- and you'd still have more power....)
Mine does all this, speaking from field experience.
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Optics Planet</div><div class="ubbcode-body">This opens to 9.25 x 27", and puts out 5W:
Brunton
The problem is, what if it's cloudy? Take a look at this:
Brunton Sync
5% discount for Hide members, and free shipping.
Mark H. </div></div>
+1 Brunton is making some pretty slick stuff these days.
That being said, as was astutely put: a logbook doesn't require batteries. One is none and two is one? Hrmmm....
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Optics Planet</div><div class="ubbcode-body">This opens to 9.25 x 27", and puts out 5W:
Brunton
The problem is, what if it's cloudy? Take a look at this:
Brunton Sync
5% discount for Hide members, and free shipping.
Mark H. </div></div>
+1 Brunton is making some pretty slick stuff these days.
That being said, as was astutely put: a logbook doesn't require batteries. One is none and two is one? Hrmmm....
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