Charging the IPV 4

[FundamentalForce]

Just got an ipv 4. Was wondering if the batteries needed to be removed to be charged or if one could use the micro USB port. Mine didn't come with a cable. Also, anyone know how to upgrade? Is it as simple as plugging it into the computer? Thanks so much!

 

[erikbal]

The usb port issued strictly for updating. You're best bet is to charge batteries in an external charger.

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[Hans Wermhat]

+1 on external charging. Always when it's an option. The iPV4 has issues with the charging board anyway. Google it and think about removing it. I just got an iPV4 and as soon as the warranty is up it's coming out of mine.

 

[EverPresentNoob]

I would definitely second the remove the charge board advise. there have been reports of them shorting to the 510 pin and causing fires and generally bad things.

pop off the battery cover and remove the batteries. Then use a 2mm hex key and remove the two screws. Cover lifts off. gently pull the charge board out. there are three wires coming off of it. one goes to the top of one of your battery connections, as your looking at the mod the battery closest to the fire button. clip that wire as close to the board as you can and cover with insulation. snip the remaining two wires close to the charge board and insulate their ends. toss the charge board into the neighbors lawn. make sure all the snipped connections are INSULATED and tuck them back into the body where they were. put the cover back on and reinstall the batteries. Vape on knowing that the pesky charge board will NOT short now.

Eventually I plan on pulling the main board out and desoldering the snipped wires and adding some potting material to fully insulate everything, but I just haven't gotten around to it just yet.