I recently purchased an ID-52a radio. As I read through the advanced manual, I came across a note on the battery section where it states the following:
The Battery Protection Function will automatically engage and reduce the power level to Low1 (0.5w) when the temp is 32f or below.
This to me is troubling since I hike in locations that can potentially be lower than 32f. Sierra Navada or such.
All i can say is.... What were they thinking!?
Obviously, this expensive radio must be left at home if traveling to locations that are very cold. Unless you are content with transmitting at 0.5w
Sorry for the long rant. I wonder if there's a way to turn that function off?
The Battery Protection Function will automatically engage and reduce the power level to Low1 (0.5w) when the temp is 32f or below.
This to me is troubling since I hike in locations that can potentially be lower than 32f. Sierra Navada or such.
All i can say is.... What were they thinking!?
Obviously, this expensive radio must be left at home if traveling to locations that are very cold. Unless you are content with transmitting at 0.5w
Sorry for the long rant. I wonder if there's a way to turn that function off?