I have always used alkalines in the cage. I checked the FAQ and it suggests
taking the batteries out for several hours so I guess I'll let it sit over
night...
> ----------
> From: Josh_Burker@misd.wednet.edu
> Reply To: newtontalk@planetnewton.com
> Sent: Tuesday, May 23, 2000 4:09 PM
> To: newtontalk@planetnewton.com
> Cc: newtontalk@planetnewton.com
> Subject: Re: RE: NTLK Newton dead...
>
> newtontalk@planetnewton.com writes:
> >I don't have an AC adapter for it. Know where I can get one?
> >
> >Thanks,
> >--bd--
>
>
> I bought mine months ago from smalldog (www.smalldog.com) for $30 U.S.
>
> Have you been using alkaline batteries in the "cage" or have you been
> using a Newton rechargeable? The reason why I'm asking is that Laurent
> suggested that the battery "pins" may have gotten bent.
>
> My MP2K won't run off of the rechargeable battery at all- and I think it
> has to do with these "pins." So for now I am just using alkalines and
> dealing with it.
>
> If you've been using alkaline batteries in that battery "cage", according
> to Kenny Song, you might have accidentally bent these battery connector
> pins. So a rechargeable battery might not work.
>
> Just a thought- let us know so we can help you more.
>
> Josh
>
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