[mythtv-users] MCE remote after 0.21 -> 0.27 upgrade [SOLVED]

[Mike Carron]

On 09/17/2015 03:14 PM, Mike Perkins wrote:
> I also have a 650 but I can't say that it sucks the life out of 
> batteries.
>
> After a while the LCD turns off somewhat quicker than with a new set 
> of batteries but I change them perhaps once a year, or even 15-16 months.
>
> Make sure you use decent-quality alkaline batteries, not cheapo 
> chinese zinc ones or rechargeables. Rechargeables will only give you 
> 2.5v, not 3.0v.
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I'm using Duracell branded alkalines and I'm getting about 2 months on a 
set of batteries on one of my 3 650s and about 6 months on the other 
two. I've swapped units and it's the location, not the unit. That 
particular location gets a LOT of use though.

mike