Is the dial just for aesthetics/nostalgic purposes, or does the dial still function without batteries?
2042131
Sorry but I never "tested" it without batteries. The display shows both readings which stay lit for a few seconds-I would think battery drain is minimal.
2042132
the dial shows your weight as well..so you get a digitial read out and a 'manual'...the dial does not work without batteries. And you do get the required AAA batteries with the scale.
2042133
The dial does NOT function without batteries (I had to pull 'em out to double-check). Just an additional visual representation of weight.
2042134
Already I could tell it wasn't going to work without batteries because when I put pressure on the surface, the needle didn't move. I removed the batteries, stood on the scale, and zero movement of dial needle. It's aesthetic only then! Too bad; but then Digital is the name!
1512929
Yes. The person that uses it responds..."It is the only calculator I have found that has 10 key functionality that does not have to be plugged in since it uses solar power and a battery that I have never had to replace after 10 years."
1135223
It works without the batteries (they are only to keep memory when the power goes out). The timer comes with batteries, so you'll know which ones to replace after you get it (indicator icon lets you know when the batteries are running low).
2087344
Watch battery powered. Since it's only an LED screen, it will not need battery replacement for many years.
1155518
It comes with a small round watch like battery. Its no necessary for it's function, just if you have it unplugged and you want to program the unit away from a wall outlet.
1369910
No, not at all. The dials all broke too! Go old school if you do sets. None of these modern ones are worth it.
166430
It is very usable without batteries in daylight.Go to the Bushnell web site to see what the " cross hairs" look like.
1946443
Yes, it runs on a battery. Even now, completely unplugged, I can press the time button and the time comes up. (It comes up almost ten minutes fast, suggesting the internal clock is crap, but that's a whole other issue and is not surprising as it's a cheap piece of kit.)
903575
No. The batteries only keep the current time and date. There is a computer chip in the clock which stores all the programming.
807038
yes the scope functions without batteries however it will not Illuminati batteries are dead
1807649
It requires batteries only if you want to use ALL features of the phone. Without batteries the phone works fine (you can make and receive calls), the speakerphone works great and the display works for making and receiving calls (you see the number you are dialing, but it is not backlit). Without batteries you can't use Caller ID, and the display is never backlit. It also briefly displays a "check batteries" message each time you use the phone. I don't care about the battery-dependent functions because I just wanted a phone that would make and receive calls during a power outage, and the screen works sufficiently to do that during an outage. I hate using batteries if I don't have to so I haven't ever put them in. I'm sure it can do other things too that would work if I used the batteries, but I've never tried. If you are looking for a basic phone you can keep plugged into a phone jack without the need for AC power OR batteries -- this is it. It will ring for incoming calls, show the number you are dialing for outgoing calls and the sound is great. As a bonus the speakerphone works without batteries, Call Waiting still works fine (if you have it) and so do the MUTE and FLASH buttons on the phone. I haven't tried Audio Assist so I don't know if it's battery dependent. It's a real cost-saver that you DON'T have to put in any batteries to get all the basic phone functions. This makes it a truly great backup phone -- but because the sound and speakerphone are so great I use mine daily in my home office. (However I still use it without batteries because I already have an answering machine and call log on the main house phone). One more thing...if you're just keeping it in a closet until the power fails...you won't have to find batteries for the phone. Save those for your flashlight ;) Show
2209029
I think I bought it in 2008 and have not had to change batteries. So I assume it doesn't need batteries.
1701318
I can't give any details on battery replacement, but I did purchase and returned two of these phones. They are unique and lovely, but I could never get a dial tone on either one ... even after lengthy charging of the batteries.
943710
It works either way. Noisy lock mechanism. Batteries do not last as advertised.
652251
No it is a dial. This is a great product. Especially if you have fine thin hair or short hair.
1967530
There is one backlight behind the dial, resulting in a bright, but somewhat unevenly lighted dial. The dial is easy to read at all times and the light even serves as a nightlight for my bedroom. I've had a few of these clocks and have been unhappy about how the alarms don't last very long on some of them. My current one has been working just fine for over a year, though.
1557817
There is internal battery( non rechargeable) just to keep the clock going, but to control you need 12+ volts to be able to function. I guess the internal batt is replaceable.if it stays plugged to power source will go without the batt. It worked fine for me, not a bad purchase.