by strick

Why must I use NiMH (nickel metal hydride) batteries?

Because you'll go broke buying Alkalines and they're horrible for the Environment. Use NiMH because For AA batteries, be sure you get 1600mAh.
For AAA, get 700 mAh.

More info:   Tech Facts.   Design Precautions.   Google.  

Thanks to Fen for clueing me in to these.

 


 
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