Sony PRS-505 Portable AA Battery Charger

Lilly · 05-18-2008, 01:50 PM

Has anyone used the Sony Reader PRS-505 Portable AA Battery Charger. I will be going to Haiti in 2 months for a week and want to buy one to take with me. It's from http://www.gomadic.com/sony-reader-p...-extender.html

JSWolf · 05-18-2008, 02:07 PM

I've seen similar things from other companies. I am thinking of purchasing that because of the cord. The iGo version doesn't have a cord. Also they have a tip for my cell phone and Rio Karma. So I'd be all set.

Lilly · 05-18-2008, 02:10 PM

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Originally Posted by JSWolf

I've seen similar things from other companies. I am thinking of purchasing that because of the cord. The iGo version doesn't have a cord. Also they have a tip for my cell phone and Rio Karma. So I'd be all set.

Well I just ordered it, so I'll come back to this thread and write a review once I receive it.

Ordinaryuser · 05-18-2008, 04:42 PM

It looks like an interesting concept and could be left in a car to charge while shopping. The problem with a car charger for me is that most of my trips are to short to do a complete charge.

I'll look forward to your review!

Ervserver · 05-18-2008, 06:45 PM

Would be great for camping

yvanleterrible · 05-18-2008, 07:38 PM

Would this charger work with the 500? What port is it plugged in, the power port or USB?

Black&Decker makes a new line of battery operated power tools called VPX. The main power packs are Lithium Ion. In this tool line there is a converter with a 110 out and a USB plug. You could have multiple packs and thus keep your reader going for a loooong time. I must have it. (Power tool junkie)

Lilly · 05-18-2008, 07:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by yvanleterrible

Would this charger work with the 500? What port is it plugged in, the power port or USB?

Black&Decker makes a new line of battery operated power tools called VPX. The main power packs are Lithium Ion. In this tool line there is a converter with a 110 out and a USB plug. You could have multiple packs and thus keep your reader going for a loooong time. I must have it. (Power tool junkie)

It definitely look like it's plugged into the power port; so yes, it should also work with the 500.

yvanleterrible · 05-18-2008, 08:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Lilly

It definitely look like it's plugged into the power port; so yes, it should also work with the 500.

How many batteries does it require?What's really great about AAs is that you can get batteries for the charger anywhere around the world.

I just went to the B&D site for the VPX and the little power supply I wrote about will power my phone, iPod, reader and EEE. I'm sold.

astra · 05-19-2008, 04:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lilly

Has anyone used the Sony Reader PRS-505 Portable AA Battery Charger. I will be going to Haiti in 2 months for a week and want to buy one to take with me.

Only one week and you need a charger? Are you sure?

Lilly · 05-19-2008, 06:53 AM

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Originally Posted by astra

Only one week and you need a charger? Are you sure?

I'm going to the country, and after I land, I have a 8 hour bus trip (each way). I'm thinking a total of 6 hours on the plane, 16 hours on a bus, and 5 days in between. I just want to make sure.

Lilly · 05-21-2008, 07:36 PM

I just got home from work and the charger was in my mailbox. First of all, the size in the picture is deceiving (it's small), it's about the length of 2 and 1/2 AA batteries and the width of 3/4 of 1AA battery. All you do is put 4AA batteries in it, turn on the power, and plug the cord into the power port of your reader. The charging light comes on and you can read while it's charging. So, far this thing is great; it's exactly as advertised on the website. I will only use it when power outlets or computer is not available because the cost of batteries will add up since it takes 4. So far, I give it 5 stars out of 5!

Also, I just realized that the charger that I received is not the one in the picture, but I'm still happy with it!

astra · 05-22-2008, 05:03 AM

So, how many batteries do you need to fully charge your reader?

HarryT · 05-22-2008, 05:06 AM

If you're only going for a week I'm sure you won't need a charger. Even with heavy use, I never needed to recharge my Reader more often than once a fortnight.

athlonkmf · 05-22-2008, 05:14 AM

I'm actually thinking about buying either this

solarchargedwithinternalbattery-multicharger

or this

aabatterypowered-multicharger

either are cheaper and more compact that the "sony reader charger"

DrMoze · 05-23-2008, 11:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lilly

I just got home from work and the charger was in my mailbox. First of all, the size in the picture is deceiving (it's small), it's about the length of 2 and 1/2 AA batteries and the width of 3/4 of 1AA battery. All you do is put 4AA batteries in it, turn on the power, and plug the cord into the power port of your reader.

I'm very confused. If it's a case that holds 4 AA batteries, how can it be less than 4 batteries wide and less than 1 battery thick? Does.Not.Compute.

05-18-2008, 01:50 PM	#1
Lilly Guru Posts: 688 Karma: 2090 Join Date: Dec 2007 Device: Sony PRS-505, PRS-900 & PRS-950, Amazon Kindle2	Sony PRS-505 Portable AA Battery Charger Has anyone used the Sony Reader PRS-505 Portable AA Battery Charger. I will be going to Haiti in 2 months for a week and want to buy one to take with me. It's from http://www.gomadic.com/sony-reader-p...-extender.html

05-21-2008, 07:36 PM	#11
Lilly Guru Posts: 688 Karma: 2090 Join Date: Dec 2007 Device: Sony PRS-505, PRS-900 & PRS-950, Amazon Kindle2	Review!! I just got home from work and the charger was in my mailbox. First of all, the size in the picture is deceiving (it's small), it's about the length of 2 and 1/2 AA batteries and the width of 3/4 of 1AA battery. All you do is put 4AA batteries in it, turn on the power, and plug the cord into the power port of your reader. The charging light comes on and you can read while it's charging. So, far this thing is great; it's exactly as advertised on the website. I will only use it when power outlets or computer is not available because the cost of batteries will add up since it takes 4. So far, I give it 5 stars out of 5! Also, I just realized that the charger that I received is not the one in the picture, but I'm still happy with it! Last edited by Lilly; 05-21-2008 at 07:45 PM.

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05-18-2008, 02:07 PM	#2
JSWolf Resident Curmudgeon Posts: 73,887 Karma: 128597114 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Roslindale, Massachusetts Device: Kobo Libra 2, Kobo Aura H2O, PRS-650, PRS-T1, nook STR, PW3	I've seen similar things from other companies. I am thinking of purchasing that because of the cord. The iGo version doesn't have a cord. Also they have a tip for my cell phone and Rio Karma. So I'd be all set.

05-18-2008, 04:42 PM	#4
Ordinaryuser Enthusiast Posts: 32 Karma: 144 Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: East TN Device: Kindle Touch, Nook Reader	It looks like an interesting concept and could be left in a car to charge while shopping. The problem with a car charger for me is that most of my trips are to short to do a complete charge. I'll look forward to your review!

05-18-2008, 06:45 PM	#5
Ervserver Wizard Posts: 2,624 Karma: 1008294 Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Iowa, USA Device: Nook Simple Touch	Would be great for camping

05-18-2008, 07:38 PM	#6
yvanleterrible Reborn Paper User Posts: 8,616 Karma: 15446734 Join Date: May 2006 Location: Que Nada Device: iPhone8, iPad Air	Would this charger work with the 500? What port is it plugged in, the power port or USB? Black&Decker makes a new line of battery operated power tools called VPX. The main power packs are Lithium Ion. In this tool line there is a converter with a 110 out and a USB plug. You could have multiple packs and thus keep your reader going for a loooong time. I must have it. (Power tool junkie)

05-22-2008, 05:03 AM	#12
astra The Introvert Posts: 8,307 Karma: 1000077497 Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: United Kingdom Device: Sony Reader PRS-650 & 505 & 500	So, how many batteries do you need to fully charge your reader?

05-22-2008, 05:06 AM	#13
HarryT eBook Enthusiast Posts: 85,544 Karma: 93383043 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: UK Device: Kindle Oasis 2, iPad Pro 10.5", iPhone 6	If you're only going for a week I'm sure you won't need a charger. Even with heavy use, I never needed to recharge my Reader more often than once a fortnight.

05-22-2008, 05:14 AM	#14
athlonkmf Guru Posts: 714 Karma: 1014039 Join Date: May 2007 Device: Sony PRS-500, Sony PRS-505, Kindle 3, Sony PRS350, iPad 64GB	I'm actually thinking about buying either this solarchargedwithinternalbattery-multicharger or this aabatterypowered-multicharger either are cheaper and more compact that the "sony reader charger"

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