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    Battery for Maestro

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    I have a Maestro on order and need a battery pack that won't keep dropping into off/standby. Can someone suggest a battery pack they've had good luck with. Thanks! Bob

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      Here’s what I bought recommend by Jason at hamradio 2.0 Mogix External Power Bank Charger with 2 Fast USB Ports Compact 10400mAh #Voted Best Travel Phone Accessories TSA Compliant Carry-on
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      Thanks. Curious - does this both power the maestro as well as charge thru the USB-A, or were any adapters needed? None of the (2) power banks I have will charge via the USB-A. Thanks again, bob
    • Member, Super Elmer Moderator

      There is a micro USB port to charge the Mogix pack. Note - it will take about 6 hours to fully charge the pack.

      73

      Dave wo2x

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      Promotion on amazon. Buy the battery and get a $14 electronics case free - pretty nice looking case. I just placed my order. @awinger thanks for the recommendation


      https://www.amazon.com/Mogix-External-Battery-Charger-10400mAh/dp/B00MFVNLXK

    • Member ✭✭
      I'm confused about connectivity - maybe this will make more sense once I have the Maestro. None of the batteries I've looked at will recharge thru the USB-A port. The Maestro has only a USB-A plug. Does that mean the battery will not recharge while in the unit and must be removed for charging? The manual is silent on this point. Thanks, Bob
    • Member, Super Elmer Moderator

      Correct. Due to the different batteries available and potential for fire hazard (hover boards?) the battery packs need to be charged outside the Maestro.

      Dave wo2x

    • Member ✭✭
      Gotchya! Wish the manual had stated that. -Bob
    • Member ✭✭

      I just got my battery and free case - works great, thanks @awinger

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      One caveat. Be sure and run the Maestro from an external power source from time to time. The internal battery will not charge from from a portable battery. Even in the “B” version.

      73,

      Ed KA9EES

    • Member ✭✭
      That's good to know. Thanks, Bob

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