I have a older version and would like to know if this model will go on the alert stand by mode while in the charger cradel?By this work constantley wh
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Mine did. I have both the desk model and the handheld, and I hadn't reprogrammed the handheld to "silent" for most of the options. It sounded an alarm for a thunderstorm while plugged in, so it definitely was on the job in spite of it being in the cradle.
775836
Yes, if you have it set to the monitoring status. But, once it turns on you will need to reset it or turn it off. I t will not turn off after the alert is finished.
37362
Maybe mine is a newer model (Dec 2015) but it does not beep. It is a little tricky to place the phone to get a good charge rate and not cover the LED. I stopped using it and bought a rectangular model which is easier to use and even charges a little better.
852149
There was a red pin that came with it to turn off the alarm, but I'd assume you've lost that. So the best thing is to charge it to "shut-it-up". If you've lost the original charger (as mentioned in a comment), you can use any 12V car charger connected to the jumper clamps. You will need to have the switch for the jumper cables "on" while charging and be sure the clamps make metal-to-metal contact (the outside of the clamps on the peak unit are plastic, so the chargers clamps need to go inside them touching the metal jaws). Otherwise be sure red clamps never touch black. To tell when it's charged while charging this way, the "battery indicator" LEDs will show the 2 green with it at ~12.5V pretty quickly, but that's not even close to fully charged (see my review about how they light up during "charging" versus "draining"). You'll want to take it to about 14V, then it's "fully charged" (and you'll need to measure that yourself with a meter).
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Newer models have a voltage regulator so they can be left plugged in constantly, but older models didn't have that and could be damaged if left on too long, so you may get mixed messages about this. This is from the description here on Amazon: "The onboard battery automatically stops charging when it has reached a full charge--allowing you to keep the JNC660 connected to an AC outlet indefinitely without causing any harm to the battery."What I've done to insure I'm not leaving a few batteries I have "drained' but am also not leaving them plugged in 24/7 is set a timer on a charger to come on for 15 minutes a day, otherwise I "manual charge" them right after using them. Newer models have a voltage regulator so they can be left plugged in constantly, but older models didn't have that and could be damaged if left on too long, so you may get mixed messages about this. This is from the description here on Amazon: "The onboard battery automatically stops charging when it has reached a full charge--allowing you to keep the JNC660 connected to an AC outlet indefinitely without causing any harm to the battery."What I've done to insure I'm not leaving a few batteries I have "drained' but am also not leaving them plugged in 24/7 is set a timer... » Read More Newer models have a voltage regulator so they can be left plugged in constantly, but older models didn't have that and could be damaged if left on too long, so you may get mixed messages about this. This is from the description here on Amazon: "The onboard battery automatically stops charging when it has reached a full charge--allowing you to keep the JNC660 connected to an AC outlet indefinitely without causing any harm to the battery."What I've done to insure I'm not leaving a few batteries I have "drained' but am also not leaving them plugged in 24/7 is set a timer on a charger to come on for 15 minutes a day, otherwise I "manual charge" them right after using them. « Show Less
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I've personally never experienced the flashing light on this specific model, but I know from other chargers that the flashing light usually indicates that either the battery is not making good contact with the charger terminals or the cell is indeed dead. If you have already tried switching the battery around to the different slots and you get the same result each time, then most likely it is the latter. If you have any other chargers around the house, you could always see if you get a different result using one of those.
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As far as I know, there is no true "stand-by" mode. The device is either on or off. I've been able to get a full day's usage when on and when off, it can probably could last more than a week's time. I use mine sparingly and find that, at the lower end of usage, I'm only charging it on a weekly basis. Now, I DO turn the device off whenever I'm not using it. So right before I head out, I turn it on (sometimes I forget and turn it on while out) and then I turn it off as soon as I'm back home or in an area that provides free WiFi. My wife uses hers much more often and has the device on during much of the day. By the end of the day, the device is need of charging. Hope this helps. As far as I know, there is no true "stand-by" mode. The device is either on or off. I've been able to get a full day's usage when on and when off, it can probably could last more than a week's time. I use mine sparingly and find that, at the lower end of usage, I'm only charging it on a weekly basis. Now, I DO turn the device off whenever I'm not using it. So right before I head out, I turn it on (sometimes I forget and turn it on while out) and then I turn it off as soon as I'm back home or in an area that provides free WiFi. My wife uses hers much more often and has the device... » Read More As far as I know, there is no true "stand-by" mode. The device is either on or off. I've been able to get a full day's usage when on and when off, it can probably could last more than a week's time. I use mine sparingly and find that, at the lower end of usage, I'm only charging it on a weekly basis. Now, I DO turn the device off whenever I'm not using it. So right before I head out, I turn it on (sometimes I forget and turn it on while out) and then I turn it off as soon as I'm back home or in an area that provides free WiFi. My wife uses hers much more often and has the device on during much of the day. By the end of the day, the device is need of charging. Hope this helps. « Show Less
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You can't prevent this of course, and most certainly the device warning you is likely the device causing the issue. That said if this is a concern for you and you are willing to invest a bit more you can install a remote start alarm with the cellular service add-on. If I am out for an extended period of time and should I receive an alert I can remotely start the car and let the battery charge back up. Not the cheapest approach but it works.
2014284
Yes, it'll go into standby once the charge is complete in order to not overcharge the battery.
281005
It's because the original charger that's built into the unit is not a smart charger. So I bought a Del Trans smart charger, then i went to radio installer and had them put a new electrical connector at the original battery to accept the quick disconnect cord from the Del Trans smart charger. Then I cut a notch into the battery door so the other end of the quick disconnect cord can be accessed. When I'm not using the PA I keep the charger plugged in 24/7. So when I'm ready to use the PA it's always fully charged.
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I'm having the same trouble with mine......it just flashes a red battery warning symbol and won't take a charge no matter how long it's on the charger.
199995
I just leave mine ON all the time. I don't think it has a 'standby' mode per se - at least I don't think it does - but doesn't seem to matter.
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Regardless of what vehicle it's in or if it's running packs in parallel or series I've always stopped at 3.6v/cell when the pack is at rest. You could possibly go lower and still be safe, however I noticed that my packs lasted a lot longer stopping at 3.6v/cell. Also I found these alarms to be rather quiet. Just a heads up. Enjoy �
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Anyone crack one open and see if this is anymore than a transformer and a couple diodes or is it an active charger that dials back the voltage or current when the battery is charged? Thanks. (I know it's only $8, but still wondering)
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Mine doesn't work with the car charger either. I assumed the battery was dead. How inconvienent if one has to charge it in the house if one travels a lot. Also It only lasts for a month and I don't use it much. Also it shuts off after ten minutes out of the car which is inconvienent because there is no way to tell if it is on when you get back in.Very good sound however and otherwise I like it.
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Yes that is the default behavior of the device. When you turn it off using the front panel button, it will go into stand-by mode with just the digits of the clock showing. It should be very well suited for use as an alarm clock radio.
1286580
Basically an old wive's tale at this point. Modern chargers mostly detect when a battery is full and stop charging (or drop back to just trickle charging). I wouldn't worry about it unless a manual for a device specifically says to disconnect the charger after a full charge. There's so much mythology and repeated nonsense out there about batteries, chargers, and how they work!