Re: [NTLK] Misc. Questions on 2.0 Devices

From: James Elliott (rootbeeraddict_at_yahoo.com)
Date: Sat Sep 22 2001 - 21:24:58 EDT


> -Is there a restriction on the type of batteries I can charge in a 2.0
> device? I know 1Ah NiCads work and I think I remember NiMHs as also
> possible but what about rechargeable alkalines? Any electrical hazard there?

I have been told that you can use any sort of battery. The problems
occur when you try to charge non-NiCads in the Newt. I have heard of
NiHMs getting so hot that they deform the back of the Newt. I always
used Alkalines without a hitch until I got the rechargeable Apple
pack.

-James

The James Elliott Newton Site:
http://www.geocities.com/rootbeeraddict/newton.html
No update yet due to technical difficulties.

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