Not impressed with its rechargeable batteries. Anyone else have problems with them?
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Philips NiMH 1000 MAH came with the recorder. I also have a few Duracells, of the same rating, on hand, and I swap them occasionally with the Philips, (as needed). I also use both brands in a blood pressure monitor, and I don't see any difference in the performance.
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The rechargeable batteries that come with the Philips Digital Recorder have been unreliable for us in the long run even after 5 recharges. Not sure why. Several did not keep their charges anymore. We saw this across all 6 of the recorders we have. We have taken them all out and now use regular batteries.
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Initially I thought I had a problems with how quickly the batteries discharged, until I found I was not turning the system off when I was not using it. Now that I double check to turn the recorder off, the charge seems to last a long time. Hope this is of some help.
1949370
I have had no problem with mine they still work or recharge well and hold a charge when not in use. I really haven't recharged them enough to know how long "Normal" would be.
1456851
I had another set that I never put the rechargeable batteries in. When the batteries got weak and needed replaced I would get the clicking. Soon as I replaced them the clicking would go away. I would imagine the same thing would happen with rechargeable batteries.Now I am looking for a new set because the old set broke from so much use. Going to use rechargeable batteries the next time!!!
162238
Mine has worked fine. Haven't timed it, but the time seems comparable to other rechargeables.
1210363
The ones that I purchased, yes the battery is rechargeable. But, if there's a way to replace the battery, that would be great because the batteries suck now. They don't hold a charge for anything. I haven't checked to see if I can replace them. I'll check tonight though.
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Hi W.J.Two thoughts here. First, I'm not happy with the performance of the battery's life -- seem to work OK for low power items (i.e. wireless mouse), but fall way short of the mark for higher demand items (flashlight) -- I'd guess 10 to 15% of an Alkaline battery life. That said, and in all fairness, it appears there were a number of 'knock-offs' introduced into the selling stream. I'm not sure if mine were part of the counterfit lot.The customer service group at Eneloop aren't the easiest to work with either. I invested about $350 in batteries, cases, charger, sleeves. I wish I could get my money back and move on.Sorry to share my disappointing experience. I hope yours is better. Hi W.J.Two thoughts here. First, I'm not happy with the performance of the battery's life -- seem to work OK for low power items (i.e. wireless mouse), but fall way short of the mark for higher demand items (flashlight) -- I'd guess 10 to 15% of an Alkaline battery life. That said, and in all fairness, it appears there were a number of 'knock-offs' introduced into the selling stream. I'm not sure if mine were part of the counterfit lot.The customer service group at Eneloop aren't the easiest to work with either. I invested about $350 in batteries, cases,... » Read More Hi W.J.Two thoughts here. First, I'm not happy with the performance of the battery's life -- seem to work OK for low power items (i.e. wireless mouse), but fall way short of the mark for higher demand items (flashlight) -- I'd guess 10 to 15% of an Alkaline battery life. That said, and in all fairness, it appears there were a number of 'knock-offs' introduced into the selling stream. I'm not sure if mine were part of the counterfit lot.The customer service group at Eneloop aren't the easiest to work with either. I invested about $350 in batteries, cases, charger, sleeves. I wish I could get my money back and move on.Sorry to share my disappointing experience. I hope yours is better. « Show Less
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They take rechargeable AA. Not that it matters. I replaced them thinking cheap factory batteries might be the issue. Nope. The units in my opinion are just junk, plain and simple.
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They fixed it for me. I wasn't going to even deal with it because having the extra batteries was a plus, but after posting a negative review they contacted me and ultimately ended up sending the correct charger without requesting the old one back. I was fairly impressed. Hope that helps.
126629
I haven't timed it but yes. The batteries drain super fast. I have to recharge after each presentation. My colleague has a similar issue. If you bought it recently, maybe you can get a waranty claim? Mine is already 2 years old so I wouldn't get anywhere.
1659183
I didn't have the unit long enough to experience battery problems, but I am not surprised! I was not at all impressed by the quality of the unit.
1967032
Rechargeable is what I have been using. I don't believe they charge up like that.
1787889
I got like 300 pictures and 5 minutes of video on the alkaline batteries that came with my camera. ... My rechargeable Energizer 2300mAh nimh batteries seemed to be doing about the same. (surprisingly ... I usually get better performance out of the rechargeable, but I may have been using an old / worn out set)
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I have this camera and I use re-chargeable batteries that it goes through VERY quickly. I guess I was spoiled by my Pentax Optio 5 megapix camera which could go at least 4 weeks without having to recharge the batteries.
537282
No I have not. I have used for 4hr. straight and I have had no issues. Make sure the batteries are brand new.
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I had the opposite problem with my 1st order, as everything was too loose and the light wouldn't stay on. This company has one of the friendliest customer service team. I emailed them and promptly got a response thanking me for the feedback so they could take up the problem with the manufacturer/distributor. They also sent another light out to me right away, and this one works without a problem. I have not tried rechargeable batteries. Maybe you can ask them when you contact them. Best of luck.
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I have not had a problem with the batteries. My use of the camera is occasional so I am not taxing thebatteries to any extent. I don't recall just how long I have had the camera, but to date I have had no need to change the batteries. To my knowledge this camera does not accept charging.
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I've had similar problems with mine since I got it new. Barely keeps a charge and dies out after a couple of uses.