take2visualmedia
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Since we got our AF100 we are using our HVX200 less. Is it better to keep the batteries off the charger when not in use for a long period of time?
Leave batteries on charger when not in use?
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you mean should you leave the batteries on the charger constantly, or off the charger completely?
On the charger permanently = bad idea. Leave them @ 50% charged, then allow them to just discharge while in storage. Take them out occasionally and charge them, and let the charge dissapate while they sit around. Cycling is what I have had the best luck with as far as battery longevity is concerned
On the charger permanently = bad idea. Leave them @ 50% charged, then allow them to just discharge while in storage. Take them out occasionally and charge them, and let the charge dissapate while they sit around. Cycling is what I have had the best luck with as far as battery longevity is concerned
Richter Video Equipment
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They corode when over 70% charge. Its best to keep them arounf 50% and recharge to 50% every few months. You do not want to totally discharge because if any cell drops bellow 3 volt +/- it will never charge again. If you discharge to right around that limit and they they discharge a little fromm not being used you could drop further then expected.
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