Jim Yanik Inscribed thus:

IMO,those "chipped" suppplies/battery packs are just an effort to
monopolize their products,so you can't use generic chargers or battery
packs and save money.
The "generic" charger or battery pack just has it's internal ID chip
programmed to suit a particular manufacturer,and a "brand name" tag
applied,raising the price and profit margin.


Thats very much my sentiments !
The cheap Chinese clones look identical but don't always work as
expected. I would guess that they come out of the same factory, but by
the back door, with or without approval.

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Best Regards:
Baron.