batteries

[cat-man]

I recently bought a cuddeback camera and i only seem get a week out of the batteries just wondering if this is the norm.

[tealitup]

I just bought a Bushnell 2.1 mp and batteries lasted 8 days. 258 pictures.

[Mark Christianson]

catman

Are you using Heavy Duty batteries????

If so, check the instruction book. There are explicit instructions to use a quality battery, such as Duracell or Energizer.

Here is right out of the manual:

STEP 1 – Install Batteries

1) Install batteries. Always use 4 brand new alkaline D cell batteries. We recommend Duracell or Energizer brand batteries only!

2) You may use rechargeable batteries but battery life may be significantly less.

I made the mistake of trying to be cheap and buy some Heavy Duty batteries from Menards, instead of spending a few extra bucks. I was getting 1 to 2 weeks before the camera was dying because the batteries were dead.

I went to Duracells after reading the owners manual again, and now zero problems. After 3-4 weeks my battery meter was still at 4(4 being the highest battery level)

[cat-man]

ya i'm using duracells i just thought that they would last longer cause i've heard of guys get a thousand pics or so on their cuddys. guess i will have to deal with it. anyone else have comments or ideas.

[Mark Christianson]

If they are brand new outta the package Duracells, I would be calling Cuddeback tomorrow morning.

You have a problem.