NutriGenie

I am tired of replacing the backup batteries every few months. The main battery has always been adequately charged and my backup batteries keep on being depleted.

I want to remove the backup battery completely and not see the warning. Is this possible?

Many thanks.

Jogga

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Originally posted by NutriGenie I am tired of replacing the backup batteries every few months. The main battery has always been adequately charged and my backup batteries keep on being depleted. I want to remove the backup battery completely and not see the warning. Is this possible? Many thanks.

NutrieGenie
Not to be advised. The backup battery is there for a purpose. You don't show your device but I'm assuming that it's an X5.

There are some issues with battery types and the current/voltage outputs that may have some bearing on your problem. A quick search of the forum should uncover the relevant information.

I run the X3, so I don't speak with authority on life-span but I gather a backup battery should last around 12 months.

Jogga

pswets

Welcome to Aximsite, NutriGenie!

There are lots of backup battery issues with the X5. PPC 2002 has a notoriously inaccurate monitor (which is improved, if not fixed, via ROM updates). WM 2003 is somewhat better in this respect.

You can also seem to have a low battery when all you have is a bad connection. Your battery might be dirty (even hand oils can impair the connection). Some members have bent up (gently!) the metal contacts in the battery compartment. Others have put a piece of pasteboard or cardboard between the battery and the cover to press the battery more firmly to the contacts.

Finally, there seem to be some voltage variations between batteries. I don't know if there is a trend to manufacturers, but some even brand new batteries don't have enough voltage to register a decent charge in the axim.

I would strongly recommend against removing the battery.

kslt

Use a registry editor and go to:
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\ControlPanel\Notifications\A877d 663...\Wave Lowbatt.
Change "duration" and "options" to 0, soft reset, and you are done.

Forensics

Originally Posted by kslt

Use a registry editor and go to: HKEY_CURRENT_USER\ControlPanel\Notifications\A877d 663...\Wave Lowbatt. Change "duration" and "options" to 0, soft reset, and you are done.

Doesn't work. I still get the little round icon with the exclamation point!

DoDoubleGeo

See THIS thread you posted to last week for my reply.