Anytone Anytone 578 Dual power?

[33b]

Hello Gang,

I have decided to into ham radios after years of not touching a radio.

I just purchased the Anyone 578 and accompanying tri band antenna. I plan to have it connected to the truck battery via the supplied cable. I am also interested in having the possibility to unplug the 578 from my truck and connect it to my solar generator when camping.

• 12V, 10A DC output via cigarette lighter socket (max 120W)
• 1000W AC inverter output (with pure sine wave)

Is there some kind of quick connect I can use to easily and quickly swap the power source from the truck to the generator?

P.s I'm not exactly mechanically inclined.

Thanks

33b

 

[N9JIG]

This Amazon.com should do it.

 

[chief21]

First, a cigarette lighter socket is often not the best voltage source for a two-way radio. You may find that noise is introduced into the radio from various in-vehicle computers and such. A fused run direct to the vehicle battery would be better.

Second, unless your solar generator has a 12v (nominal) DC output in addition to the AC output, you might have to use a 110v AC to 12v DC power supply to power the radio from the inverter.

 

[33b]

Hi chief,

Thanks for the reply.

I am planning to connect the radio directly to the battery and I'll make sure its a fuse one. I wanted some Anderson power poles or something similar to connect it either to AC Output3x) 120V ~ 60Hz or DC output 12v-10A.

The Solar generator has a 12V⎓10A DC output.

Not sure if its that simple though, I have no problems purchasing a AC to DC power supply if needed...

thanks also N9JIG

 

[chief21]

I wouldn't recommend using PowerPoles for 120v AC power. PowerPoles (or something similar) could be used for "permanent" DC wiring in your vehicle. When you wish to take the radio camping, you have the option of using the 12v DC output of the solar generator (via a PowerPole connector) -or- using an AC to DC power supply (also via a PowerPole connector).
Be aware, however, that the 10A rating of the solar generator might not be adequate to support the high TX power setting of the 578. Some sources indicate the 578 requires a minimum of 18 amps at full power, others state a minimum of 15 amps. I would suggest at least 20 amps for some extra headroom.

 

[33b]

Copy that.

Looks like I need to do a bit more research here before I fry something.

I think the safest bet is to get a PSU, that runs on AC that can output the required Tx power.

If power poles are not the best idea for quick connect between truck and PSU/Radio could you suggest an adequate quick connect that would suite my needs?

I have a nice budget for this project so I'd rather spend on quality equipment.

Thanks a bunch

 

[chief21]

If power poles are not the best idea for quick connect between truck and PSU/Radio could you suggest an adequate quick connect that would suite my needs?

I'm not sure that you interpreted my comments correctly. My caution was not to use Powerpoles for 120v AC house power. They're not really intended (or suitable) for that purpose. I also wish to clarify that one should never attempt to connect a device that requires 12v DC directly to 120v AC house power. An AC-to-DC power supply (PSU) would be required to convert the higher AC voltage to the much lower DC voltage.

Powerpoles are excellent for typical 12v DC connections. They would work well for connecting your radio to your vehicle while allowing for quick removal and connection to some other 12v DC source elsewhere (such as your solar generator 12v output or a PSU). On the other hand, Powerpoles can be expensive and they require special tools (and some experience) to install them properly. There are many other, perhaps less expensive, quick-connect options for automotive use.

 

[kb5udf]

To OP:
You radio has a typical 12volt T connector. So to use it “on the go” with your portable power supply, use one like N9JIG pointed out. Just make sure it is fused. The fuses can be external to the cigarette lighter plug and look like a fat white plastic bump on the wiring, or internal to the cigarette lighter plug.

 

[33b]

Awesome I copy all...

Thanks Chief / N9J1G