Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2000/07/30
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]Hello- Chuck Albertson is correct. The HVP was designed and sold for use with the 285 only. It was a high-voltage battery pack using a special battery, as suggested by the initials. I have had excellent results using a 283 with my old 6-volt original model Quantum battery. With any Quantum, especially the Turbo, recycle times are substantially shorter and flashes per charge dramatically superior to any dry cell I have heard of. The Quantum is similar to an auto battery, except using a later-developed gel electrolyte which is much safer than that used in the traditional wet cell. Every 283 or 285 I have used requires voltage that is on the high side, so battery life with alkalines has been relatively short. Try finding a used Quantum unit, with cords. Joe Sobel