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 Aug 22 2005, 01:09 AM
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Not sure how much this relates to the C1000 but I use the charger from my sl5500 with my c860. The plug is wired exactly the same.
Also, I have 2 usb chargers for my Z so you could charge from one of those new solar units. |
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Aug 22 2005, 11:15 AM
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Group: Members Posts: 38 Joined: 10-May 04 From: Michigan Member No.: 3,216 |
Yah, that is what it comes down too: plug wiring. I'm not sure if the C1000 plug is wired the same as the SL-5600. It probably is, but I'm not willing to chance it right now.
** Ken ** |
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Aug 22 2005, 12:17 PM
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I think it is.... that is 8 think streamline sells the same powersupply for us c1ks as came with the 5600
ask them to be sure |
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Aug 22 2005, 12:38 PM
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 Group: Members Posts: 123 Joined: 4-March 04 From: Toronto, Canada Member No.: 2,156 |
I have a 5500 and 1000 and use the same Sharp charger for both. The unit that shipped with the 5500. Used it for both 110 and 220 volt countries with no issues to my 1000. Hope that answers your wiring question.
I have a solar charger by iSun. Damaged my 5500 by hooking it directly. The best way I've found is to charge a set of batteries and then plug my Zaurus into that pack. Check out the iSun with Battpak. The Battpak allows for up to 12 batteries and accepts a 12-volt car plug too. Gives you a lot of options. Using any car-to-USB charger gives you even more options for other devices. Here is the link: http://www.icpsolar.com/specifications.php3?id_article=34 |
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Aug 23 2005, 07:53 PM
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Group: Members Posts: 219 Joined: 10-February 04 Member No.: 1,807 |
I have an iSun solar power panel as well and also burned out my SL-5500 with it. I was correct in my decision to test it out on my cheaper SL-5500 before trying it with my more expensive C760. The problem is that if you hold the solar panels close to a light bulb, then the voltage of the device exceeds 6v/12v.
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Aug 24 2005, 04:19 AM
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Group: Members Posts: 793 Joined: 28-November 04 From: NM, US, sometimes Asia Member No.: 5,633 |
New PV cells always come in at 110%~130% of their nominal ratings (of 6v or 12v). They degrade over the years and reach like 80~90% after like 5years or 10 for the higher end ones.
A 7805 voltage regulator is a good insurance to ensure only 5v dc goes into your device. 
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Aug 25 2005, 02:03 AM
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The iSun solar panel has a switch for 6v and 12v output. I was using the 6v setting, and I believe that the voltage output by the device spiked to 19v when I put the solar panel close to a light bulb.
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Sep 6 2005, 11:31 AM
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I wonder if this would work, since it charges a PSP.
http://shop.brando.com.hk/solarchargerforpspnds.php |
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Sep 9 2005, 02:02 AM
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QUOTE(icruise @ Sep 6 2005, 09:31 PM) I wonder if this would work, since it charges a PSP. http://shop.brando.com.hk/solarchargerforpspnds.php  i've just bought one, from brando  i'll let you know as soon as i receive it |
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Sep 14 2005, 10:37 PM
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QUOTE(jpmatrix @ Sep 9 2005, 10:02 AM) QUOTE(icruise @ Sep 6 2005, 09:31 PM) I wonder if this would work, since it charges a PSP. http://shop.brando.com.hk/solarchargerforpspnds.php i've just bought one, from brando i'll let you know as soon as i receive it Juz picked it up and charged til the red light went off. Current was ard 5.15-5.27 according to my cheapo multimeter. Havent really did solar charging and running the Zaurus at the same time so until i have a chance to test the multimeter charging under hot sun, Ill close the panel while in use and open it up to recharge when idle. |
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Sep 18 2005, 06:46 PM
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Group: Members Posts: 292 Joined: 24-June 05 Member No.: 7,447 |
How long does it take to charge the Z's battery?
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Sep 20 2005, 03:04 AM
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Group: Members Posts: 44 Joined: 28-August 04 Member No.: 4,412 |
QUOTE(icruise @ Sep 19 2005, 02:46 AM) How long does it take to charge the Z's battery? If u mean via solar, I haven really have time to do a test yet. Charging via cable seems ard the same as the Z. |
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Sep 20 2005, 04:44 PM
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Group: Members Posts: 280 Joined: 17-March 04 From: Osaka, Japan Member No.: 2,375 |
This (Japanese) site sells a multi-purpose solar adaptor that it specifically states works with the Zaurus: http://www.violetta.com/japanese/hanbai/vausb01+cable.html
- ashikase - anpachi, gifu, japan |
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Sep 23 2005, 08:44 PM
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Group: Members Posts: 44 Joined: 28-August 04 Member No.: 4,412 |
Just noticed something while using the solar battery to charge the c3000. There is a faint but shrill sound coming out of the Z which stops when thebattery is switch off or unplugged. Did anyone noticed something similar while using alternative power supplies?
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Nov 1 2005, 06:52 PM
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found this it works for the psp it should work for the sl-cxxx series
http://shop.brando.com.hk/solarchargerforpspnds.php |
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