Hey folks,
I just bought a 2001 Toyota Tacoma for extended photography trips into the backcountry (first trip is to Colorado late Sept/Early Oct for 3 weeks for Elk rutting and fall foliage). It doesn't have a dual battery system, nor do I presently have any solar powered systems. I am not really a do-it-yourself guy when it comes to vehicles, but I can do a project if necessary and understand the key elements.
Here are the key power elements I need:
1) Ability to recharge camera batteries. Charger specs are (Input: AC100-240v 50/60Hz 21VA (100v)-27VA (240v) Output: CD8.4V---1.2A
Input: 0.21A (100V)-0.115A(240v)
2) Ability to recharge iPhone.
3) Ability to run a 17" iMac for maybe couple of hours a day or so.
4) May run a small fan at night if necessary.
I do not have nor plan on having a frig nor do I need to power an a/c unit or the like. i was wondering if a Goal Zero setup like the 350 with a Boulder 30 panel is more than sufficient for me or do I need a dual battery setup? Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Lee
I just bought a 2001 Toyota Tacoma for extended photography trips into the backcountry (first trip is to Colorado late Sept/Early Oct for 3 weeks for Elk rutting and fall foliage). It doesn't have a dual battery system, nor do I presently have any solar powered systems. I am not really a do-it-yourself guy when it comes to vehicles, but I can do a project if necessary and understand the key elements.
Here are the key power elements I need:
1) Ability to recharge camera batteries. Charger specs are (Input: AC100-240v 50/60Hz 21VA (100v)-27VA (240v) Output: CD8.4V---1.2A
Input: 0.21A (100V)-0.115A(240v)
2) Ability to recharge iPhone.
3) Ability to run a 17" iMac for maybe couple of hours a day or so.
4) May run a small fan at night if necessary.
I do not have nor plan on having a frig nor do I need to power an a/c unit or the like. i was wondering if a Goal Zero setup like the 350 with a Boulder 30 panel is more than sufficient for me or do I need a dual battery setup? Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Lee