Replacing TX batteries..

[TAMonti]

Can I use a rechargeable battery pack in the Pro Boat transmitter rather than using alkaline batteries??

[TAMonti]

Pro Boat told me "NO". You have to use alkaline batteries.

[Darin Jordan]

Pro Boat told me "NO". You have to use alkaline batteries.

??? I'm not sure why THAT would be... Rechargable NiMH cells ARE only 1.2V/cell, vs. 1.5V for Alkalines, but I've used them for 2-years without any issues...

A nice alternative are the new NiZn cells that Horizon cells... They are 1.6V/Cell. You can buy them with their charger for around $30.00...

http://www.horizonhobby.com/Products/Default.aspx?ProdID=PWGF10011

[TAMonti]

Sorry, What I meant was that I couldn't replace the battery tray with a rechargeable pack like in a normal transmitter.

[Darin Jordan]

Sorry, What I meant was that I couldn't replace the battery tray with a rechargeable pack like in a normal transmitter.

OK, that makes more sense... Nope... you just have to fit it with 4 loose AA cells, but I just confirmed with Spektrum/Pro Boat that the rechargeable NiMH will be just fine...