SnowDrifter Posted May 4, 2013 Report Share Posted May 4, 2013 I'm charging at 16.1-16.2. I'm not really sure if I should go with the normal VM-1 or wait for the high voltage one. Here's what's on my mind: The HV meter will read my charging voltage, but has a .4v resolution The normal meter won't read my charging voltage, but has a better resolution of .3v. Any input on this? Quote ~~~~~~~~SAY NO TO PHOTOBUCKET~~~~~~~~ Snow's DD-1 tracks here: https://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/167433-snows-dd-1-tracks/ My take on OFC vs CCA: https://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/110381-things-that-piss-you-off-in-the-car-audio-world/?do=findComment&comment=2461444 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick580 Posted May 4, 2013 Report Share Posted May 4, 2013 what good does a meter with .3 resolution due if it cant read your charging voltage? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wicks Posted May 4, 2013 Report Share Posted May 4, 2013 Do you need that finer resolution if your voltage is more stable with those monster caps? Quote This post sent with 100% recycled electrons. 2004 BMW M3Mechman 280A 2 - XS Power XP30001 - XS Power D375 500F of Maxwell SuperCaps (soon to be 1000F) iPadMini2Dash mounted O-scopeAudison bitOne (Remote DRC MP) Highs Amp - PPI Art A404 Hertz HSK130 (HSK165 waiting...) DC Audio DC9.0K 2- DC Audio XL12m2LEGAL - 147.3dB @ 41Hz OUTLAW - 150.2dB @ 45Hz OUTLAW - 145.7dB @ 30Hz JUNE 2014 SOTM WINNER 2014 COLORADO PEOPLE'S CHOICE WINNER SOTM BUILD:http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/141656-wicks-e46-m3-build-bass-turbo-button-and-a-big-new-addition/page-68#entry2802026 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SnowDrifter Posted May 4, 2013 Author Report Share Posted May 4, 2013 what good does a meter with .3 resolution due if it cant read your charging voltage? That's what I was wondering. Even though it can't read my voltage, will it be able to read the drop better? Do you need that finer resolution if your voltage is more stable with those monster caps? That's what I'm not sure about Do I need it? lol I'm getting a bigger amp. So I'm sure I'll be dropping some voltage. The caps store a ton of power and do great for stabilizing voltage spikes/dips. But I'm sure I'll be dropping Quote ~~~~~~~~SAY NO TO PHOTOBUCKET~~~~~~~~ Snow's DD-1 tracks here: https://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/167433-snows-dd-1-tracks/ My take on OFC vs CCA: https://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/110381-things-that-piss-you-off-in-the-car-audio-world/?do=findComment&comment=2461444 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CJ18 Posted May 4, 2013 Report Share Posted May 4, 2013 I would wait for the HV version. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wicks Posted May 4, 2013 Report Share Posted May 4, 2013 As long as the voltmeter displays your minimum allowable voltage and then has some room below that then you're fine. The VM-1 is fast enough that you shouldn't need higher resolution as long as you can see the minimum that your voltage is dropping. You'd also want the HV to see what you're charging at with a little room above that. With the normal VM-1 you can't see of your overcharging which is important too. Quote This post sent with 100% recycled electrons. 2004 BMW M3Mechman 280A 2 - XS Power XP30001 - XS Power D375 500F of Maxwell SuperCaps (soon to be 1000F) iPadMini2Dash mounted O-scopeAudison bitOne (Remote DRC MP) Highs Amp - PPI Art A404 Hertz HSK130 (HSK165 waiting...) DC Audio DC9.0K 2- DC Audio XL12m2LEGAL - 147.3dB @ 41Hz OUTLAW - 150.2dB @ 45Hz OUTLAW - 145.7dB @ 30Hz JUNE 2014 SOTM WINNER 2014 COLORADO PEOPLE'S CHOICE WINNER SOTM BUILD:http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/141656-wicks-e46-m3-build-bass-turbo-button-and-a-big-new-addition/page-68#entry2802026 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CHEVY4X4BLAZER Posted May 4, 2013 Report Share Posted May 4, 2013 Can you use both of them on the same amplifier? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ric006 Posted May 4, 2013 Report Share Posted May 4, 2013 get the high output if your going to the use a VM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SnowDrifter Posted May 4, 2013 Author Report Share Posted May 4, 2013 Can you use both of them on the same amplifier? Well... I mean... Technically I COULD. But then there's the issue of why? Quote ~~~~~~~~SAY NO TO PHOTOBUCKET~~~~~~~~ Snow's DD-1 tracks here: https://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/167433-snows-dd-1-tracks/ My take on OFC vs CCA: https://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/110381-things-that-piss-you-off-in-the-car-audio-world/?do=findComment&comment=2461444 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trey_Dog650 Posted May 4, 2013 Report Share Posted May 4, 2013 Aren't you charging too high for your car? Lol Just curious Quote 13 Kia Forte Build! 07 Hyundai Accent Build ***Super Seller*** N8ball2013 And then he gets to say ok all you guys were right. im sorry for being a dummy poo poo head. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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