blazer78 Posted January 20, 2007 Report Share Posted January 20, 2007 I've noticed that the NH1 can only be charged using the cradle, but the device seems to be USB powered. I own one of those AAA battery packs with the USB port (used to power ipods and mp3 players). I was wondering if i could use the supplied USB cable for my NH1, plug it into the AAA battery pack and then into my NH1. I am unsure though as to whether this will kill my NH1 or not (ideally it shouldn't as USB has a universal voltage of 5V).If i can use this battery pack and still have full functionality of my NH1 that would be great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
imkidd57 Posted January 20, 2007 Report Share Posted January 20, 2007 The MZ-NH1 is USB-powered via the cable for file transfer only. AFAIK the battery cannot be recharged by this type of connection. I'm pretty sure you always have to use the cradle for battery charging. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WaywardTraveller Posted January 20, 2007 Report Share Posted January 20, 2007 I've noticed that the NH1 can only be charged using the cradle, but the device seems to be USB powered. I own one of those AAA battery packs with the USB port (used to power ipods and mp3 players). I was wondering if i could use the supplied USB cable for my NH1, plug it into the AAA battery pack and then into my NH1. I am unsure though as to whether this will kill my NH1 or not (ideally it shouldn't as USB has a universal voltage of 5V).If i can use this battery pack and still have full functionality of my NH1 that would be great.In addition to what the other poster said (i.e. that USB is for file-transfer only), keep in mind that the NH1 is DC-IN 6V - 5V could damage your unit.peaceWaywardTraveller Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blazer78 Posted January 21, 2007 Author Report Share Posted January 21, 2007 I see.... amazing to see how that USB cable is capable of regulating voltages I guess that scraps my idea of an ext battery case, Because sometimes i require more battery life for extended recording sessions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WaywardTraveller Posted January 21, 2007 Report Share Posted January 21, 2007 I see.... amazing to see how that USB cable is capable of regulating voltages I guess that scraps my idea of an ext battery case, Because sometimes i require more battery life for extended recording sessions.Really? I've heard others say that but still wonder how one might need to record for 4+ hours at a time. Guess your best option would be the buy another LIP-4WM on EBay or something. And hey - on the NH1 at least you get an idea of how much juice you have left so you can time a battery-swap. peaceWaywardTraveller Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blazer78 Posted January 21, 2007 Author Report Share Posted January 21, 2007 ahh well i gues i could do that.. didnt really want to fork out for another gumstick though =P Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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