Re: [NTLK] Freeloader with the Newt?

Greetings list,
      I have a Freeloader - it's slow to charge a decent capacity
rechargeable NiMH "AA" cell (the "AA" adapter only holds two
cells)... The "AA" adapter has its own built-in USB plug so you can
simply plug it directly into a computer to charge it up - much faster
than using the Freeloader.
     If you use the solar panels, it can take upwards of 8-10 hours
to fully charge the Freeloader battery. Good news is you can also
plug it into USB to charge it within a couple of hours.

     I'm having an issue with mine not wanting to charge my iPhone -
have had it for a few months now... think it might be the cable.

     Oh, and you can't order directly from "solartechnology" - you
can, however, get everything you'd want from eBay UK.

      Best of luck.
      Scott
On 9 Jul, 2008, at 2:27 PM, Adam Ladds wrote:

> Hey list,
>
> I know I've not participated in discussion for a while, but I have
> been rather busy (A-Levels!!)
>
> Anyway, I have a question. Has anyone used a Freeloader solar charger
> with their Newt? It comes with a tip which fits the power plug, but
> I'm worried that the voltage/current might not be up to the newt's
> requirements. It provides 5.5v ± 0.5v DC at 500mA. I know Adriano's
> NewtUSB adaptor can charge the newt from USB, and these voltages are
> close to USB (it even comes with a USB 'tip' for plugging your USB
> powered device into it with), but I still worry if it's a good idea
> to use the Freeloader as everyone says to only use a proper Newton
> adaptor and all that...
>
> For those of you who've yet to meet this beast, here's the website:
>
> http://www.solartechnology.co.uk/products/solar_chargers/
> freeloader.asp
>
> Or in tinyurl form:
>
> http://tinyurl.com/2cjluf
>
> TIA :)
>
> Adam
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