5
CHARGE JACK
WARNING!!
Do NOT attempt to recharge alkaline batteries! The
charge jack should ONLY be used if rechargeable cells are used
in the transmitter.
The TTX404 includes a built-in charge jack for convenient recharging of NiCd or
NiMH batteries, and is compatible with charge leads designed for Futaba
®
brand
transmitters. (HCAP0101) This jack is NOT compatible with charge leads for Hitec
®
,
Airtronics
®
, JR
®
or Spektrum
®
radios. The dimensions for compatible charge plugs
are as shown in the picture below.
To use the charge jack with optional rechargeable batteries, fi rst remove the sticker
that covers the charge jack on the side of the Tx – making sure not to allow any
object to be inserted inside the jack itself. Next, insert the cells inside the Tx’s battery
compartment noting proper polarity. Make sure the transmitter’s power switch is in
the OFF position. Connect a compatible charge lead to the jack and follow the
instructions included with the charger for charging of NiCd or NiMH batteries that
are rated at 4.8V.
Tactic’s optional TACP1000 rechargeable battery and wall charger kit includes eight
“AA” size rechargeable NiMH cells and 110V AC wall charger, which is compatible
with this Tx and can be found at local retailers. Make sure to follow the instructions
included with the charge kit.
WARNING!!
It’s not recommended to charge batteries at greater
than 1 amp through this charge jack. Fast charging of NiCd and
NiMH batteries should ONLY be done with chargers that are
specifi cally designed to include the peak-detection function
which can automatically stop charge when full charge is detected. Misuse,
improper charging, or over-charging of rechargeable cells can result in
damage to the cells that could include cell rupture, explosion, or fi re!!
