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HP41CV batteries Message #1 Posted by John Abbott (S. Africa) on 2 Mar 2012, 5:31 a.m. Hi, I recently acquired a HP41CV (too expensive when I was younger) in very good condition, but no batteries. Question: Can one use 4x N Alkaline's (1.5Vx4)without damaging the calculator. The original NiCad's were 1.2V. In other words, 4.8V versus 6V. I have searched the forum but have not come across a direct answer (as yet, probably due to my impatience!)I would be grateful for any help. Thanks John

Re: HP41CV batteries Message #2 Posted by Maximilian Hohmann on 2 Mar 2012, 5:57 a.m., in response to message #1 by John Abbott (S. Africa) Hi John, no Problem, the calculator is designed for alkalines! The rechargeable NiCd Batteries were a (rather rare) option. Regards max

Re: HP41CV batteries Message #3 Posted by Garth Wilson on 2 Mar 2012, 6:01 a.m., in response to message #2 by Maximilian Hohmann and in the case of mine, it shows the low-battery annunciator when the alkalines get down to 1.2V.

Re: HP41CV batteries Message #4 Posted by John Abbott (S. Africa) on 2 Mar 2012, 6:15 a.m., in response to message #3 by Garth Wilson Hi Maximilian/Garth, thanks for the quick response. Regards John

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