Why do the batteries go bad so quickly?
1351428
I assume that the light pulls to much power and drains the batteries, I bought 7 of these & they all drained the batteries within 2 weeks
1351429
Don't use batteries, their only for thr red light and most new camers don't have red light.
1351430
Buy a better grade of battery, like Duracell. Personally, I think the flashing LED gives the unit more authenticity and would definitely use it. For one thing, if nothing else, it draws attention to the unit itself, which is what you want in the first place.
1351431
that's the only problem with the camera draining the batteries,But the light gives more attention making it look alive.what i did was to buy rechargeable batteries,and that solved the problem..
1677619
If the item is new and its not charging its because you installed the batteries incorrectly. On other hand if you had this item for a couple of months then it seems the batteries are dead because they die out not long after use. No replacement batteries sold by manufacturer.
1963216
Sorry, I'm not sure what you mean exactly, your batteries might be corroded, because of the poor design (on bottom). We were able to clean the compartment once or twice, on a couple of these machines--but it never lasts...both became garbage.
37594
It might be a bad battery. The batteries on these things aren't the best. You should be able to pick up a new batery online for $40 or so.
592521
I would try another battery.... I have read that batterys can be bad or go bad. Other wise you may have a bad transmitter
343924
It's rechargeable so you can plug it in when it's dying. My battery lasts 3 hours at the most. It might be a defective one, or that might be normal. I am not sure about that at this point.
1569271
Following the other answer: if the unit is not new, then, like rechargeable batteries, they eventually die. The power cord should be changed out to see if it's the problem.
961708
I can't say that I've had any problems (have only used AA batteries). Perhaps you just have a "bad" unit?
145674
I am not sure why that is happening. My new battery usually lasts about 14 times of use. Are the batteries bought recently or have they expired??
1579613
It might be that the charger died. I have had that happen. They don't last all that long. About as twice as long as the batteries in my experience. Do you have another charger to test them in. Maybe a friend has one.
1887150
You'd have to buy lithium batteries if you want them to last longer. Otherwise, they do drain quickly...
1594343
Either the battery is dead or you need to flip it (The Battery) over. Thats how I keep a longer life in my battery. When Im done using it I open the battery slot and flip it over. If thats not the problem then you may have a bad unit. Hope this helps.
1286012
I have not had this problem. I left my batteries for my camera for many hours, even days, without any trouble. Recommend that you contact the manufacturer and I'm certain that they will send you new batteries.
1944952
My batteries last about a month. I got a value-type pack from monoprice, so they're not the greatest, but they still last a while. Not sure why so many people are having issues, maybe the battery compartment gets wet from splashes or condensation for them?
2065337
I've had mixed luck with replacement batteries, and it's not necessarily a "get what you pay for" scenario. I'd say the "bad" replacement batteries I bought probably gave me an hour of actual run time, whereas I've had good replacement batteries give me at least 4 or 5 hours, maybe more. I mainly use it for less than 10 minutes at a time, so it's hard to judge the run time I get out of batteries. Either way, replacements are small enough and cheap enough to just keep a few on hand at all times.
348912
Mine is great. The batteries were bad and I called the company and they sent new ones out immediately. Great customer service.
2197231
Only running for 10-15 seconds isn't normal. Check the batteries and the battery contacts in the battery box making sure the contacts are clean bright and shiny. If that doesn't fix the problem try a fresh set of batteries. If it still malfunctions, with the fresh batteries, return it.