How long do batteries typically last on the high and low settings?
1180024
A long, long time...considering how bright they are. I don't ever just turn it on and leave it, so total time to "dead" batteries is unknown to me. I was with a police officer last night; my little 3 cell light was obliterating his department provided flashlight. He wanted to know where to get one like it!As with the other comment, I like to change the batteries about every month or two. Unless you just leave the switch on, they never kill the batteries, they just get less bright until you tire of the old batteries.
1180025
I haven't timed them. I use it for about 10 or 15 minutes per day, and I have to change the batteries on average once a month.
1180026
Fortunately, I do not know because I have yet to change the original batteries that I put in there (granted they are lithiums). It really depends on the batteries you're using but I can tell you -- I bought the $5 pocket flashlights and they burn through batteries. This one seems durable and efficient.
1885221
it depends on how long you play it, but most of the time the batteries last for about 2 to 3 weeks. It also depends on the type of batteries you buy.
1607316
Depends on the battery. I use Energizers and I've gotten over 16 hours of gameplay on TF2 and Orcs Must Die 2.
1208648
It should last about 3 - 4 hours in low, but in the higher speed it will only last about 1.5 - 2 hours. We just make sure we charge it after every use and haven't seen a need for a second battery.
251099
I personally do not knwo as I used them for a teaching aid in a project but depending on what batteries you use they can last anywhere from 24-48 hours continuous (LEDs on). The consumption on it in standby mode is very little (~70 micro Ah) so depending on if it is placed in a high volume traffic area or not will also determine how fast the batteries deplete. The consumption when it is on and lite is ~70 mAh.
2265915
On high, I get around 2.5 - 3 hours. Make sure you don't over charge the battery. I doubt they have overcharge protection like laptops do nowadays.
2091437
I have only had mine for a few months and never turn it off. My husband has had one for over 2 years, never turns it off, and has never needed to replace the batteries. Supposedly they have a battery life of up to 36 months. Hope this helps.
2056683
I can't give you exact hours but I can tell you that my sons use their players at campouts for many hours and I have never seen them go off. I have never used mine for an extended time on battery.
929060
I'm still on the original set of 4 AA batteries, so I guess they last awhile. I use it for computer stuff too and I love it.
1313276
My recent experience was: first set fresh batteries - just under one hour, second set fresh batteries - one hour 10 minutes. So, it will vary within a 10-15 minute range.
1563897
I have it battery set on balanced and I think I get a little over a hour but haven't really timed it. It is not definitely a 2 or 3 hour battery life on the settings I use.
1721254
It lasts quite a while. I don't use mine much but I have only put one set of batteries in.
629991
I can't tell you exactly since I usually keep it on for no more than 4 hours at a time, then I will recharge it.I've had it on for 4 hours straight at the high setting without it dimming at all. I suspect I could get at least 6 hours at the lowest setting.
1366616
There is not a low battery indicator, but the LED on the inside will start to get dimmer. You might also notice the need to turn the volume up higher as the battery wears down. With a standard alkaline 9v battery most people report 40-50 hrs of play time. Or if you use a rechargeable nimh 9v battery roughly half that per charge.
456550
I have four of these, all installed since 9/2013. One of the batteries died after about 6 months, which kinda worried me, but the other three are still on the original batteries and still sound loudly when tested. So, 6 months to at least 17 months. These are nice little units, worth a few extra bucks for the small form factor.
2180522
I have realized it depends on the volume u use if u use low volume you will get about 21/2 hrs. .the higher the volume the the less playing time when using batteries
1555202
Approximately 8 and sometimes 10 hours if I leave them on and if I buy really good batteries. They are easy to turn off and on to save battery life and easy to change the batteries