Can I attach a battery charger while an RC4 dimmer is connected?
Yes! We do it all the time. When we demonstrate RC4 products at tradeshows, we often have a battery charger connected at the same time. We need to run all day for several days in a row, so it’s very important we keep our batteries charged as much as possible. When a charger is attached, [...] - Continue Reading »
Excellent information about batteries.
Check out http://www.batteryuniversity.com — one of the best sites on the web for in-depth information about all kinds of batteries. Jim RC4 - Continue Reading »
What is the best rechargeable battery to use with a 4W LED?
Question: What is the best battery solution for a portable dimming situation? We are using a 4 watt LED lamp and need it to run for 10 minutes and have 4 hours of standby time. Thanks for your Help Andrew Answer: Hey Andrew, We must calculate the battery requirement for the load (4W for 10 [...] - Continue Reading »
Why are my lamps weak and blinking off and on?
Problem: When channel levels are brought up, the load (lamp, motor, etc.) operates for a brief moment then goes off. A second or so later, it comes back on. The problem appears cyclical or intermittent. Cause: When a lead-acid battery is measured with no load it reads approximately 12V. This is true even for a [...] - Continue Reading »
