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  1. partyanimallighting

    12VDC Backup supply

  2. partyanimallighting

    12VDC Backup supply

    Now, based on what I've learned here, if I use one of these batteries, I'll have to put a diode on the main battery + feed to prevent the backup battery from discharging into the line. I believe I'll have to use some type of resistor on this main battery + to prevent an overvoltage flow to the...
  3. partyanimallighting

    12VDC Backup supply

    Hi guys, found these online. 12VDC 1300mAh so they should hold a charge for a good while compared to the Energizer 9V 175mAh rechargeable. Opinions?
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    12VDC Backup supply

  5. partyanimallighting

    4 Channel Car Amp not outputting

    Hi kellys_eye. I found basically the same web page and no more, no user manual, no schematic, just that basic info. 1. I connected the 'remote' to the 12VDC feed and the unit does power up. 2. No remote control head. Got the amp as is. It's powering up fine and I've run a signal feed into it...
  6. partyanimallighting

    4 Channel Car Amp not outputting

    Anyone willing to offer some assistance here??? Please???? :(
  7. partyanimallighting

    12VDC Backup supply

    Hi Steve, I suppose once I occasionally log into the GPS with the ignition off I'll know if the backup battery is fine and functional. Just to confirm, I've attached my "layman's" drawing of the circuit to be made (don't laugh too much). Let me know if it looks right to you.
  8. partyanimallighting

    4 Channel Car Amp not outputting

    LOL!!! Noted Bluejets!!! I'm in the process of ordering one of those hot air soldering stations with temperature control, different nozzles etc.. Good idea? Not to stray for the existing post.....
  9. partyanimallighting

    12VDC Backup supply

    Hi Steve, I googled the 12V SLA and, although it's pretty small, I still prefer the 9V option as it's a lot smaller and will be a lot easier to conceal. It's a panel van and these are notoriously tight on space so there is absolutely no way I can conceal the 12V SLA easily (from thieves) whereas...
  10. partyanimallighting

    12VDC Backup supply

    Hello Steve, should diodes be used or should I use the circuit above? What about what Whonoes stated about the high 12V battery output burning out the diode and probably causing a fire? NOTE: The vehicle is NOT insured for fire damage. Also, if I use 2 9V batteries instead of 1, in parallel...
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    4 Channel Car Amp not outputting

    Hi kellys_eye, sorry about that. I've had problems resolved before in this forum and I do know that a schematic is the most desirable thing that I can post but I have searched online into the black depths of the Internet and cannot find a manual or schematic. I did find out that the brand is...
  12. partyanimallighting

    12VDC Backup supply

    Hello Whonoes, based on what you're saying, a 9V rechargeable should give me about 20 days backup at 0.2mA current draw, so I think that would be fine. If the vehicle is stolen and I can't locate it within 20 days, I'll probably never locate it!! As for the large current flow from the 12V to the...
  13. partyanimallighting

    4 Channel Car Amp not outputting

    Hi guys, novice me again. I'm taking a gander at a 4 channel car power amp. It was given to me because one of the RCA line inputs was broken so I figured I could repair it. Changing out the RCA input wasn't too much of a problem. However, even though the amp powers up fine, I am not getting any...
  14. partyanimallighting

    12VDC Backup supply

    Here's the thing. Will it run down the battery if I do not use the vehicle over a one or two week period? And, if I install a backup battery, what type, size and voltage should i use?
  15. partyanimallighting

    12VDC Backup supply

    Found this image online. It's similar to this and all I want to do really is to be able to track the vehicle's whereabouts via an app on my phone which shows it's location on a GPS map. You DO NOT want to try to decipher the English in this user manual.
  16. partyanimallighting

    12VDC Backup supply

    Hi Steve, I'm a real novice at electronics but I really enjoy this forum, especially all the advice I get here and more importantly, everything I've learned from each and every one of you who have assisted me in the past. I did state "rechargeable" battery in my post as that was the initial...
  17. partyanimallighting

    12VDC Backup supply

    Hi wizards, I am installing a GPS tracker in my vehicle and I will be connecting this tracker to the 12V ACCESSORY, probably from the ignition feed. However, I would like to include a rechargeable battery (I would think a small 9 VDC would be fine) to provide power to the tracker when the...
  18. partyanimallighting

    Faulty 9VDC Power Supplies

    Hi dorke, I think trying to fix the broken legs will be too difficult and trying to resolder those thin coil wires (even with a 10X magnifying glass and a pair of eagle eyes) will be a pain in the ..... . How can I check the wattage at the coils? I can ohm test, just need to know from which leg...
  19. partyanimallighting

    Info on M10 fog machines?

    I have M5's and they're very reliable. I do lots of outdoor events and run them off of generators without issues so it's definitely a dirty power issue with the generator. 5500w seems a little underpowered for these units as I think the M10's are around 30A current draw. Anyway, check the back...
  20. partyanimallighting

    Faulty 9VDC Power Supplies

    Hi dorke, based on the pictures I posted, I believe the legs for the filter cracked and one or more of the wire leads broke. The fuse was also intact. The original filter has a part number, UU9.8-H122NP, but the filter from the other power supply is unmarked. I've done an online search but can't...
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