[OZAPRS] Running aprs in the car with a laptop

[Ron Perry]

Hi APRSers,

Andrew VK4TEC wrote:
> Does anyone run a laptop in the car ?
> 

Yes

> I would like suggestions. DC-DC converter or inverter ?
> 

I use an inverter.

The Digitor (DSE) 150W inverter heat sensors tripped when in the front 
footwell of the car. It needed the fan on to keep the airflow and it 
cool.  This would, I think, if used stationary/portable on a normal 
summer day, be unsuitable.

The Digitor (DSE) 300W inverter has an inbuilt fan has not given any 
problems so far, and it has 2 power leads. One for the cigarette lighter 
socket unfused, and a second fused lead with alligator clamps.


> Which is best ?

Who knows? :-)
But you can use the inverter for other purposes.

Ron
vk3ecv


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