| this is all i could find at radioshack
http://www.radioshack.com/product.asp?catalog%5Fname=CTLG&product%5Fid=276-1778
but a 13.8 -> 9v would be better, i couldnt find that on their site.
and youre saying it will have wiring instructions?  i guess thats what
i was really looking for because im not sure how -- not that i havent
before, ive just never messed with a voltage regulator.
where can i determine the amperage of the speaker?  its only about a
2" speaker with a 9v battery attached, i know its way too high for the
alkaline cuz it drowns out after about 10mins.
On 9/13/05, Andrew Koch <miata@lildobe.net> wrote:
> Flash. wrote:
> > If i have a 12volt system like in a car or a large motorcycle and want
> > to power a 9volt DC radio whats the easiest way to make the
> > transition?  I see I can get a voltage regulator that is adjustable,
> > but im not exactly sure how to wire it for the proper output.  What's
> > the best way to do this?
> 
> One word.  Cheat.
> 
> Go to Radio Shack and get a 13.8v to 9v adapter, and hard wire it in.
> (Or add a dedicated power outlet for it)
> 
> That's the easiest way to do it.
> 
> Other then that, get the power regulator.  It should come with
> schematics, etc.  But be sure that it's input range is 10v - 14v, or you
> may have a problem with the voltage variance in the car's electrical system.
> 
> Andrew
> 
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