Compatibility of Dionic batteries with older Anton Bauer PowerCharger 2401 models and firmware requirements

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MDRWhere can I mount my Preston MDR on my rig?143

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Older PowerCharger 2401 chargers require a firmware update to charge Dionic batteries
A firmware upgrade chip is available from Ritter Battery for approximately $75
PowerCharger manuals may have been updated over time regarding Dionic compatibility
Firmware version 3.6 or higher is specified in compatibility documentation as the requirement for Dionic charging
Anton Bauer no longer provides firmware update support for older charger models

The original manual for the 2401 charger states Dionic compatibility, but it is unclear when this documentation was created or revised
User experience reports about specific charger models are limited
The exact firmware versions at which Dionic support was added remain unclear from the discussion