Did the chip list what it's power consumption is?  If so can you post it?  If not, do you have a link to it's spec sheet?  I can read it off of the spec sheet. 

The big problem with batteries is that these chips need at least 5V to run.  This means you are restricted to 9V batteries, and they don't supply enough juice. 

Once I get your info, I will post the math here, or make a video about it and post it.