Can regular alkaline batteries be used with this controller?
1660260
Yep, it will work pretty good with this; I am currently using one on my controller. ..
1510744
I bought it for a gift, but I'm pretty sure it uses regular AA or AAA alkaline batteries. They come included...
1871400
No. Regular alkaline batteries are designed for one lifetime use. Once depleted, they must be disposed of. Rechargeable batteries are designed for recharging. As mentioned before, do not use the QUICK recharger.
1695331
You will need 6 quality alkaline batteries. All size AA, and a small screwdriver to remove the battery covers to install them. Instructions specifically note not to use rechargeables
1382431
Yes. And I find I get better battery life with alkaline battery's rather than using the rechargeable battery's that they came with.
1555781
You have to put in your own batteries. You can use either alkaline or rechargeable.
2189965
Yes, I use ordinary alkaline batteries. I hesitate to use phantom power. The microphone works well with USB audio interface, but with the DSLR camera it has elevated noise level (this also occurs with other microphones).
1403516
It uses regular AA batteries for the controller and any 5 volt battery will work for the receiver. You can buy a rechargeable 5 volt battery or you can make your own out of 4 AA batteries. My project was an RC power wheels so I used a step down converter to go from 12v to 5v.
1338984
Yes they can. As Stan stated, most rechargeable batteries are about 1.3 volts, whereas alkaline batteries start out at 1.5. However, an alkaline's voltage decreases steadily before it is considered "dead." A rechargeable battery maintains a more constant voltage for a longer time before voltage sharply drops off at the very end of its charge. If Sanyo made C-size eneloop batteries instead of spacers, I'd recommend those, but for true C rechargeables, I recommend Rayovac or Duracell over Energizer or others.
2243456
I only use regular batteries, I honestly do not know about that, sorry. I guess we'll have to do some research.
85071
I can't see why not. As I understand though, most rechargeable batteries don't last as long as a good quality alkaline type.
850536
No, they come with 2 double A (AA) alkaline batteries. The rechargeable battery pack and charging cable is an additional $20. That's for any controller, old or new.
745177
They're alkaline batteries and not rechargeabe. According to our hazardous waste guidelines you can just put akaline batteries in the regulartrash. If they had mercury they probably would have to be disposed of differently. I don't see mercury anywhere on the package.
1539363
Yes. I think that is the only kind you can use. I tried regular batteries (non-lithium) and it would not work.
85069
As long as it is alkaline. But don't let the batteries get completely dead.
624560
Normal alkaline batteries last many hours. The unit operates fine on rechargeable batteries with a slight reduction in runtime - - but they can be recharged which is great.
1196405
Don't know but new alkaline batteries typically last at least a year. You might try downloading the manual to see if there is any reference to AC adapters.