Where does it get power from? I want one to mount on my Hoveround, and would like it to run off it's own battery so I don't void the warranty.
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I'm sure that would work. Buy a small 12-volt battery (motorcycle battery should work) and wire it so that you can remove the positive and negative leads from the battery when not in use. Good luck to you.
510045
It does not provide its own energy, mine is in my car, wired into the 12V cigarette lighter. So unfortunately you will have to find another power source to avoid violating the warranty terms, perhaps wire it into some sort of battery pack? Just a thought.
510046
I had a professional install it for me. I would have to say it's from the battery and I can also remove the fuse that it's attached too. Mine is on my hood almost like the Knight rider (G6 GXP version). It only turns on after you start the car. I am sure you could have it wired to some alternate battery pack too.
510047
It gets the power from the 12 volt car or motorcycle battery. Not included. It would run off a small rechargeable 12 volt battery like you have in a kids electric car.
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It draws power from a fuse. For myself, I used an add-a-fuse that allowed me to take the wires and plug them directly into a fuse already in my truck. So if you could find a way to wire the wires directly into a power source, then I believe thats the only way. Maybe just by wrapping the wires around a batteries posts?
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Power comes from the mount, the cord that connects to the mount. Plug it into the AUX jack and it's set to go. Works great, sets my exact time and location in about 30 seconds.
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Yes, it comes with a suction cup that can be added to the transom mount. Yes, it can be wired directly to a regular 12V marine battery, but it would take some extra wire and connection. It comes with small gauge wire leads and female blade terminals for connecting to the portable battery it comes with. Should be pretty easy to wire into your own power supply.
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The unit runs off your car's battery when you attach the cable that comes with it to the cigarette lighter. I believe it charges during this use. I think you can use it without the cable for about two hours--good for when you take it with you on a walking tour. There is a USB cable you use when you want to download changes to the map. I don't know if the unit gets charged at this time as well. The unit comes with both cables and a window mount. I ordered a weighted "pillow" mount so I could hide the unit from potential thieves when not in use. That mount sits on my dashboard and doesn't move while I'm driving. Some states have regulations regarding the mounting of the unit on the windshield. The unit runs off your car's battery when you attach the cable that comes with it to the cigarette lighter. I believe it charges during this use. I think you can use it without the cable for about two hours--good for when you take it with you on a walking tour. There is a USB cable you use when you want to download changes to the map. I don't know if the unit gets charged at this time as well. The unit comes with both cables and a window mount. I ordered a weighted "pillow" mount so I could hide the unit from potential thieves when not in use. That mount sits on my dashboard and... » Read More The unit runs off your car's battery when you attach the cable that comes with it to the cigarette lighter. I believe it charges during this use. I think you can use it without the cable for about two hours--good for when you take it with you on a walking tour. There is a USB cable you use when you want to download changes to the map. I don't know if the unit gets charged at this time as well. The unit comes with both cables and a window mount. I ordered a weighted "pillow" mount so I could hide the unit from potential thieves when not in use. That mount sits on my dashboard and doesn't move while I'm driving. Some states have regulations regarding the mounting of the unit on the windshield. « Show Less
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I run mine from an inverter that is hooked up to batteries that are charged by my solar array. It uses very little power.
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I own this unit. It has relatively modest power needs (less than 100w), but power is used for more than just the electronic ignition. There's also the electronic control system and an active venting system (i.e. a fan) that uses electricity. You could easily power this off a small generator or a battery system when in use as long as it can provide stable current. (Note: I have no idea what the warranty states about running it off a battery, so do so at your own risk.)
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The power source is a little circular 3V internal battery. It is included with the device. There is also a light receiver on the face of the device that I assume contributes to managing battery power.
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Hello you do not need electricity, it runs on the internal battery. When the battery is dead you purchase a new unit. That is what makes this unit so handy you can put it anywhere on a shelf, end table, bookcase on a wall. It doesn't have to be mounted solid to anything. Ernie
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I would suggest you make your own battery pack or buy a different light. My battery pack was dead on arrival. I haven't opened mine up, I started to pull the rubber stand off to get to the batt pack but it's glued on. It'll be damaged if I can't find another way. It's probably got 3 AA cells wired in series to give 7.2V. If I can't hack this to use AA or AAA 'Eneloop' batteries I will dispose of it.
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You will want an isolating solenoid like those used in RV's to keep the engine battery from being drained by lights and such in the "house", but still charging the "house" batteries from the engine. Amazon doesn't seem to carry them, so you'll have to research it elsewhere. In essence, the solenoid usually runs from the Aux circuit, when you're in the running or auxiliary position on the key the solenoid connects the batteries, but not when you're in the off or ignition position. It gets a little more complicated if you don't want it to connect them in the Aux position, but it can be done (you have to find a circuit that is live when the key is on Run, but not Off, Aux, or Ign, and make sure it can drive the solenoid safely).
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I have owned several and they are safe to leave unattended on my houseboat in the winter, but always plugged into a grounded wall socket. They pull too much voltage to plug into a cigarette lighter i would think. could drain your battery very quickly and maybe even short out the heater.
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It runs and charges off of usb power. You can use a usb ac adaptor and leave it on, but at some point the battery may get damaged always being plugged in.
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I don't know why the seller makes that statement in his description, the mount doesn't use any batteries. It passes power to the GPS unit and contains a speaker but doesn't use any power itself.
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Automotive Tools Distributor. It's their brand and no you cannot use electricity to power it. You need an air tank.
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i havent used it yet.i bought it at the end of the season.if i remember its only power source is external/boat battery.i only took it out of the box to make shure it would power up and work.
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It takes v-mount batteries. These can be a bit expensive. What I do is use a UPS. I was able to get a couple of free ones, and they last for 2-3 hours powering this light.
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That doesn't take batteries...its just the body that mounts on the chassis. Hope this helps.