How long does the Radio Shack 12 volt battery last?
The Radio shack #23-007 lantern battery will last on the order of 10 hours of powering the JOVE radio. The battery should be replaced if the DC voltage drops below 10.5 volts. Measure the voltage across the battery terminals with a DC voltmeter or a suitable multimeter. (Make this measurement when the receiver is turned on.) Longer life options include the Power Station – a rechargeable 12 volt battery available at Radio Shack and other outlets. Also, with a suitable fused adapter the JOVE receiver can be powered from the cigarette lighter of a car. Note that there is no fuse inside the JOVE receiver and to exercise caution not to short out the power connection to a large battery! REMEMBER, ALWAYS OBSERVE WITH SAFETY IN MIND!
