Portable ERP Unit

[blackant]

Just to share what I have done to convert the ERP IU into a portable one.

 

Cost of the parts:

1) Rechargeable battery (12V) - $20

2) Connectors - $0.60 each x 3

3) Black wire connector to rechargeable battery - $1.50

4) Service charge (optional - I asked them to fix it up for me) - $4

 

When not in use, I would just connect to the main battery from the bike and place under my rear seat.

 

All parts bought from:

Continental Electronic Enterprise

10, Jalan Besar, #B1-25, Sim Lim Tower, Singapore 208787.

Tel: 62934674, 62922032 Fax: 62972613

 

The white connectors used:

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4133/4956013011_e6567797f7.jpg

 

There is a switch on the battery:

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4150/4956012749_97f3b708a0.jpg

 

The whole set up:

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4152/4956012459_d548f190b9.jpg

Edited September 4, 2010 by blackant
added the contact number

[Pandoras Kitten 3]

Great stuff!

 

By any chance the shop has similar 5V (USB) rechargeable battery? Am thinking to use it as auxiliary battery for things like cameras, convoy "follow me" lights to avoid drain on stock electrics.

[natgw]

Great stuff!

 

By any chance the shop has similar 5V (USB) rechargeable battery? Am thinking to use it as auxiliary battery for things like cameras, convoy "follow me" lights to avoid drain on stock electrics.

 

location of shop is stated. u can always go down and check with them. else goggle for their contact number then call and ask.

[mild_slevin]

:thumb: for your innovation.

SO far it worked perfectly?

[blackant]

Great stuff!

 

By any chance the shop has similar 5V (USB) rechargeable battery? Am thinking to use it as auxiliary battery for things like cameras, convoy "follow me" lights to avoid drain on stock electrics.

Hi, their contact number is 629334674 and 62922032.

You can call and check with them.

[blackant]

:thumb: for your innovation.

SO far it worked perfectly?

 

hehehe, I have yet to try it but I have try inserting the cashcard and it lights up. Hence I guess there shouldn't be a problem going through those ERP gantry or carpark if placed correctly.

[Pandoras Kitten 3]

THANKS!

 

ya I know I can google but I'm like spaced out after DIY repairs session :3

 

Will check them out soon as I've been procrastinating my DIY electrical project for quite some time now.

[blackant]

I just tried it out on a ERP car park, and it works.

Just to take note of the followings:

1) 'On' the battery about 20 sec before going through the gantry

2) The unit has to be around the level of the handle bar to be detected

 

It is troublesome, but at least it don't block my speedo meter reading if it is fixed permanently.

Maybe I will find another alternate position to fit the IU.

[Naz]

Didn't know there's such a rechargeable battery, thank you for the pics mate.

 

Another super cheap alternative, as done by most of the scrambler guys, is to buy those 4 x 1.5AA battery packs.

 

Switch off is just unplug one battery out.

 

The rest of the connection : Blacktape.

 

Also, you're perfect on that highlight, that the unit must be placed in a correct position with NOTHING opaque covering the receiver body.

[blackant]

Didn't know there's such a rechargeable battery, thank you for the pics mate.

 

Another super cheap alternative, as done by most of the scrambler guys, is to buy those 4 x 1.5AA battery packs.

 

Switch off is just unplug one battery out.

 

The rest of the connection : Blacktape.

 

Also, you're perfect on that highlight, that the unit must be placed in a correct position with NOTHING opaque covering the receiver body.

 

I thought of the 1.5vAA batteries too but think in long term, the rechargeable battery is more economical.

And it is more compact and lighter as compared to 4 x AA batteries.

 

I need to get a waterproof bag (non-slip) to keep all these, and place it on the tank. Will post pictures if I am able to find one.

[ludacris10]

goot stuffs!

[Coke]

Just to share what I have done to convert the ERP IU into a portable one.

 

Cost of the parts:

1) Rechargeable battery (12V) - $20

2) Connectors - $0.60 each x 3

3) Black wire connector to rechargeable battery - $1.50

4) Service charge (optional - I asked them to fix it up for me) - $4

 

When not in use, I would just connect to the main battery from the bike and place under my rear seat.

 

All parts bought from:

Continental Electronic Enterprise

10, Jalan Besar, #B1-25, Sim Lim Tower, Singapore 208787.

Tel: 62934674, 62922032 Fax: 62972613

 

 

There is a switch on the battery:

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4150/4956012749_97f3b708a0.jpg

 

 

Hi, blackant. you beat me to that! Have always wanted to DIY this myself. good work! I'm ridding a dirtbike, & the old BIG IU is blocking my speedo.

I've a question for u, the 12v battery is a perfect size, it is a li-po or Nimh? Lastly, pls teach us how u add the switch & LED to it? Thks.... Hmm... or the switch comes with the battery?

Edited September 4, 2010 by Coke

[blackant]

Hi, blackant. you beat me to that! Have always wanted to DIY this myself. good work! I'm ridding a dirtbike, & the old BIG IU is blocking my speedo.

I've a question for u, the 12v battery is a perfect size, it is a li-po or Nimh? Lastly, pls teach us how u add the switch & LED to it? Thks.... Hmm... or the switch comes with the battery?

 

There isn't anything written on the battery that states it is Lithium or NiMH but from google, it indicate as 锂电池 which translate to Lithium Battery.

This is the information I got from a chinese website - http://www.tpy888.cn/product/248100.html

 

The battery comes with the switch and LED.

A complete package of the battery as shown:

http://www.tpy888.cn/Users/mtd_cctv/img/syp_201006022141500250.jpg

[Coke]

There isn't anything written on the battery that states it is Lithium or NiMH but from google, it indicate as 锂电池 which translate to Lithium Battery.

This is the information I got from a chinese website - http://www.tpy888.cn/product/248100.html

 

The battery comes with the switch and LED.

A complete package of the battery as shown:

 

I see, thks for your info. In that case, if it is a lithium battery, U shouldn't connect it back to the main battery in yr bike, as the 2 can't be mix! It may cause a fire.

But, I find it rather strange, because Lithium comes in 3.7v whereby Nimh in 1.5v. Anyway, so long it works.... I'll drop by simlim tower this weekend. Thanks.

[blackant]

I see, thks for your info. In that case, if it is a lithium battery, U shouldn't connect it back to the main battery in yr bike, as the 2 can't be mix! It may cause a fire.

But, I find it rather strange, because Lithium comes in 3.7v whereby Nimh in 1.5v. Anyway, so long it works.... I'll drop by simlim tower this weekend. Thanks.

No, I think you misunderstood, the battery is not connect to the main battery.

When connect back the bike's battery, the rechargeable battery is disconnect with the ERP IU.

 

Hence:

Set up 1: Rechargeable battery with ERP IU - becomes portable

Set up 2: When not portable, rechargeable battery is disconnect (via the connectors), and ERP IU is connect back to bike's main battery.

 

Hope my explanation is not so confusing.

[Pandoras Kitten 3]

Hence:

Set up 1: Rechargeable battery with ERP IU - becomes portable

Set up 2: When not portable, rechargeable battery is disconnect (via the connectors), and ERP IU is connect back to bike's main battery.

 

setup 3: connect rechargeable battery to 12V portable laser and there you have your stormtrooper rifle

[Coke]

No, I think you misunderstood, the battery is not connect to the main battery.

When connect back the bike's battery, the rechargeable battery is disconnect with the ERP IU.

 

Hence:

Set up 1: Rechargeable battery with ERP IU - becomes portable

Set up 2: When not portable, rechargeable battery is disconnect (via the connectors), and ERP IU is connect back to bike's main battery.

 

Hope my explanation is not so confusing.

 

OIC now, thks bro. what I've in mind is the portable one....Glad that u share these info. Appreciate it..

Now I'm having a headache on how to find a bracket or some bicycle part to 'clip' the IU on the h.bar........

[blackant]

setup 3: connect rechargeable battery to 12V portable laser and there you have your stormtrooper rifle

hahaha, I not so "power".

 

OIC now, thks bro. what I've in mind is the portable one....Glad that u share these info. Appreciate it..

Now I'm having a headache on how to find a bracket or some bicycle part to 'clip' the IU on the h.bar........

get a non-slip mat and place your tank.

[LollyPoP]

use 3M dual-lock!

[blackant]

use 3M dual-lock!

 

Where to get those? I have been searching high and low for it.

I am looking for this one:

http://www.tachyoninc.com/images/Mounting-3MStrip.jpg

[Coke]

I can't put on tank, dirt bike lah, tank high & narrow. The tape lollypop mention, is a good idea. Too bad I don't know where can get hold of it.

I believe if I snap it (IU) onto my belt or into those sport's Armband for phones, it will work (for ERP only). But, not a good idea on a rainy day & carparks.

 

I'm trying to find a clip-on bracket that cyclist use to clip their LEDs torch lights onto the handle bar.

[DGray]

If dun wan rechargeable batt, can always use one square type batt. More than suffice.

[blackant]

I can't put on tank, dirt bike lah, tank high & narrow. The tape lollypop mention, is a good idea. Too bad I don't know where can get hold of it.

I believe if I snap it (IU) onto my belt or into those sport's Armband for phones, it will work (for ERP only). But, not a good idea on a rainy day & carparks.

 

I'm trying to find a clip-on bracket that cyclist use to clip their LEDs torch lights onto the handle bar.

 

Quite a problem for you. I think those dual-lock tape is the best solution for you.

I found a local online store which sells it, maybe you can get it.

http://store.applebazaar.com/home-garden-office/home-improvement/fasteners/fasteners-tapes/3m-heavy-duty-dual-lock/prod_650.html

[Coke]

Thanks blackant, still, I don't like the idea of tape. The holder for the GPRS is too expensive. But I found this, hope this work.

 

http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.44318

 

 

 

Check out their website, they have tons of cheap goodies, & shipping is FREE!!!

[maddog]

Where to get those? I have been searching high and low for it.

I am looking for this one:

http://www.tachyoninc.com/images/Mounting-3MStrip.jpg

 

Good price actually, I bought mine at 6.50 from hardware shop at Gek Poh. But I've seen places selling them for up to 7.90

 

If dun wan rechargeable batt, can always use one square type batt. More than suffice.

 

sq type = 9v batt ? very risky, barely enough voltage. dun wanna visit vicom for this.

 

Thanks blackant, still, I don't like the idea of tape. The holder for the GPRS is too expensive. But I found this, hope this work.

 

http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.44318

 

Check out their website, they have tons of cheap goodies, & shipping is FREE!!!

 

Flaslight holder looks good

 

The 3M dual lock tapes are dead strong, I used them to hold my blinkers when I went to Laos. 2 weeks of almost 160-200km/h and they were still in place.

 

 

Does anyone have their IU on had right now ? I'm trying to find out the bolt arrangement of the motorcycle IU. Thanks.

Edited September 22, 2010 by maddog