i have a new digimax 530 digital camera
it works well with ordinary alkaline batteries but they drain out very quickly
however when iuse rechargable batteries of 2400mh the zoom does not work and goes back only half way when i switch it off
rechargeable batteries are of 1.2 v each
any help
digimax530
Tue, 07/26/2005 - 11:02
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digimax530
Can you give more information on the type of rechargable you're using. Brand, model, type (Ni-Cd, Ni-MH,), charger type, etc.
dr baluja,
in the future, please do not post the same question in multiple forums/threads at the same time, especially if you have started your own thread. This helps keep answers and responses in one area for easy reference.
Thank you.
thank u Matt
This was my first day
so duplicate rquests
will be more careful in future
Rechargeable cells are SANYO Ni-MH 2400
Charger is not branded but it is supposed to charge NI-mh cells
Camera also gives strange noise instead of normal
samsung tune when switched on
THanks
Your problem may be the charger. I wouldn't trust that it can charge a Ni-MH cell unless you have documentation that specifically says so. In fact, it's possible that the Ni-MH batteries you have are now fried. You'll probably have to replace them. Click here to read more about rechargables.
, which is capable of taking around 280 shots on one charge. However, at 90 bucks its an expensive option, but still cheaper than alkalines and better performing than NI-MH cells.
The D-530 is capable of using alkaline, rechargable, CR-V3 Lithium, or the Samsung SBP-1303 battery. For the best performance, you'll want to use the SBP-1303
Matt
You sound to be right
Iwill go buy a new charger
is they a shortcut way to find out whether the batteries i have are ok
thanks a lot for refering to the rechargable batteries site
i will let u know when i get new batteries/charger
thanks
I would recommend not bothering with the batteries you have. Ni-CD chargers usually run the batteries slower and hotter than a Ni-MH charger would. The trip through the other charger may not have fried them entirely, but it's likely that the usable life has been greatly diminished. There's safety reasons also... I wouldn't want the batteries you have to explode in your device, which is more likely to happen if the battery has been misused at any point. It would be in your best interest to call it a loss and replace them.
Keep us posted on your progress.