Can this unit run on batteries alone? Looking for a monitor for camping trips!
2067854
Wait, these were two different answers, I have the same question, can I use it for camping? did you find out?
2067855
Yes, I run mine most of time without batteries, but have used over 24 hours with one on battery other plugged in. Uses 3 AAA batteries each unit.
2067856
Sara, did you ever find out about these units running on batteries? I too am looking for a unit for camping. Thanks.
1663267
Only for fan and display (or you can buy power adapter instead of using batteries). Anyway, the machine itself works perfectly without any batteries or power source.
652044
the monitor have to stay plugged in to operate, it have no rechargeable battery
1000744
Yes you can; just push the small button with a battery plugged in until it says off in the display.....That's how I did it with mine, good luck.
544293
No. You have to buy a battery and charger. Read the reviews and you will see what others have done. I found the battery adapter that came with mine split into two pieces. I super-glued it back together and it is OK so far. This monitor is NOT top quality but Top Quality will cost a LOT more money.
1766187
There is a battery for a monitor unit but you can plug it as well. Unfortunately, the CAMERA unit DOES NOT have any BATTERY, so it has to be plugged in all the time.
2226765
I'd say yes. It has a 120 volt transformer for DC input and also it will run on SIX batteries (the large D size). I have been using it in my camper for 3 years. Nice unit.
795284
It doesn't turn off. But I'm pretty sure it's just using solar power to run the display when you aren't using it because the batteries never run out. I mean ever. I've had one of these for like 3 years and I haven't replaced the batteries.
2089641
Sorry it took so long to respond,the bartboard is not able to run on batteries. A c only. I hope this helps.
1710986
Doesn't need a battery, will run standalone on AC. On a side note we love ours, still going perfectly.
1483923
No, you cannot plug this unit into the accessory plug and use it as a monitor for your battery.
1261160
The battery will only last an hour or 2 when not plugged in. They state that in the owners manual and I have tested it myself. I will tell you though the monitor is amazing and I love it!! It is super easy to set up, has good night vision and great sound. I am very happy with it!
279533
Nope, unfortunately, you can't just plug it in and run off the cord alone. It has to sit there and charge first or else it'll only be on for a few seconds before dying again, which is a significant design flaw.
1166780
It runs on batteries. Don't bother with the adapter. On batteries it can be placed anywhere.
619925
I never run it on batteries, mine is plugged in at all times. The supplied power supply is 5 Volts at 100 mili-Amps. I suppose you could power it from a USB power supply provided you could connect with the correct connector.
1765106
That is a good point, but I rarely have a dead battery in my trailer (solar) and I do have a battery alarm when the voltage gets low. And I don't have to worry about changing a battery on the monitor when it goes bad. Good luck with your research.
63541
Yes! A pre-planned camping trip happened to coincide with a football game (which I had money on). I took a gamble so to speak, and yanked my home receiver and brought it with. With a deep cycle marine batt and inverter we were able watch our game - so much for roughing it. :-(I do recommend a pure sine wave inverter. A regular inverter inserted noise into the tv and made everything run hotter than home/regular inverter. A fellow gadget geek camping in the site next door help us experiment which led to the previous conclusion.