From: String Powered Productions (toas_at_microtech.com.au)
Date: Wed Jun 27 2001 - 16:37:44 PDT
G'day
Is it possible to use my MP2000 with a NOKIA mobile phone via IR?
I have seen this sort of thing done with other PDAs and similar.
I want to use it for FAX and EMAIL chiefly.
Is there also any software to utilise SMS text messaging on these phones.
I have a 3210 and 5110 currently, but will upgrade to whatever is necessary
to achieve this.
Any advice will be gratefully accepted.
:o)
Cheers
QUAG
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> In This Issue:
> Re: [NTLK] Cadenza and Lotus Notes R5
> [NTLK] Couple of questions....
> [NTLK] ATA News
> [NTLK] AW: How about Apple Newton repairs in Germany? Re: [N
> Re: [NTLK] My Newton is DOA
> Re: [NTLK] Help w/ Newt 130 sync and keyspan USB...
> [NTLK] AW: Cadenza and Lotus Notes R5
> [NTLK] AW: My Newton is DOA
> Re: [NTLK] MP2100 speedup project
> Re: [NTLK] ATA News
> [NTLK] MP2x00 Overclocking
> Re: [NTLK] My Newton is DOA
> Re: [NTLK] ATA News
>
> ----------------------------------------------------------------------
>
> Date: Tue, 26 Jun 2001 21:55:56 -0700
> From: Dale Steele <dtsteele_at_mac.com>
> Subject: Re: [NTLK] Cadenza and Lotus Notes R5
>
>
> I was told previously by Cadenza support that this was a "no go" and I
> think 4.6 is the latest version that works. I know I use it regularly
> without any problem that way with two newts.
>
> Dale
> On Tuesday, June 26, 2001, at 02:25 PM, Andre Beckedorf wrote:
>
> > Is there any way to use Cadenza with Lotus Notes R5 ?
> >
> > I keep getting a warning during installation telling me that the setup
> > can't find the Lotus Notes program directory, although I point it to
> > the right directory.
> >
> > Regards,
> > Andre Beckedorf
> >
> > Bollmannsweg 3 - 26125 Oldenburg * eMail: Andre_at_Beckedorf.net * www:
> > http://www.beckedorf.net
> >
> > --
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> >
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Wed, 27 Jun 2001 12:20:36 +0100
> From: Raj Patel <rpatel_at_accelrys.com>
> Subject: [NTLK] Couple of questions....
>
>
> Hi all,
>
> Couple of questions:
>
> 1) Is ExMachina still in business ? I'd like to try PocketCall and
> need to know if I can get a serial number ?
>
> (saw a pair of sun engineers resurrect a E250 using their nokia's
> and a serial cable and thought 'my newt can do that...')
>
> Of the alternatives which is best (or better pro's / con's)
> PT100 / TermLimit ?
>
> 2) Is ACT worth using in place of Names or is it just a resource pig ?
> Are there any recommended 'Names-Extenders' ?
>
> Thanks again,
>
> Raj.
>
>
>
> Raj Patel
> Systems Support
> Accelrys http://www.accelrys.com
> Cambridge UK CB5 8RE
> Ph +44 (1223) 402572 Systems Help +44 (1223) 402860
> This weeks BA 747 Chealsea Rose
>
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Subject: Re: [NTLK] Cadenza and Lotus Notes R5
> From: Michael_Guzzo/Harmac_at_harmac.com
> Date: Wed, 27 Jun 2001 07:38:14 -0400
>
>
> > From: "Andre Beckedorf" <Newton_at_Beckedorf.net>
> > Subject: [NTLK] Cadenza and Lotus Notes R5
> > Date: Tue, 26 Jun 2001 23:25:24 +0200
> >
> > Is there any way to use Cadenza with Lotus Notes R5 ?
> >
> > I keep getting a warning during installation telling
> > me that the setup can't find the Lotus Notes program
> > directory, although I point it to the right directory.
>
> IIRC I installed to a 4.6 installation then upgraded to R5. The Cadenza
> install is looking for the "nnotes.dll" file from 4.6.
>
> After doing that it seems to work, I can connect and get mail, and to do
> and dates sync works OK. The advantage is if you can run the cadenza
server
> on the domino box so you can sync your calendar and retrieve mail over
> TCPIP (but I think you can also just configure domino to act as a POP
> server, so in theory you would be able to use SimpleMail to get email
> remotely)
>
> Backups work too, but its only effective if you're on a ethernet
connection
> because serial connection is limited to 19.2K
> --
> Michael Guzzo
> http://home.att.net/~michael.guzzo/newton/newton.html
>
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Wed, 27 Jun 2001 13:53:32 +0200
> From: Paul Guyot <pguyot_at_kallisys.net>
> Subject: [NTLK] ATA News
>
>
> Hi folks,
>
> I have took the bad habit of using Eudora as my To-Do list management
> software ;)
>
> Known bugs:
> a/ ATA Support doesn't work with Victor's MP and card (officially a
> Kodak, in fact a 4 MB SunDisk)
> The card apparently doesn't want to write as many bytes as the driver
> wants to feed it and clears DRQ and BSY while it shouldn't. I have
> sent Victor a special build (it's something like the 4th or 5th time)
> which might fix the problem.
> Once the bug is fixed and most NS interface elements have been
> implemented (see below), I'll release beta 1.
>
> Here is the newest version of my to-do list before the final release:
>
> *: required for the final release
> -: might be implemented in 1.1 only
>
> 1/ work on the NS interface:
> * allow to set the auto mount and read only flags (I think I'll
> redesign parts of the partition map handling)
> * handle read-only cards
> * better handling of read-only partitions (for example, it's useless
> to offer restore or set default store on these)
> * design an interface to define partitions (two or three hours)
> * don't show format alert in certain conditions (basically when you
> have just partitioned the card or if you have initialized it) (30
> mins)
> * implement erase and initialize route scripts
> * more aesthetic changes
> - implement some basic backup feature similar to the ROM backup
> feature of the linear cards (backups already work with third party
> software) (one hour, interface has already been implemented)
> 2/ optimize the code:
> - implement asynchronous writes/reads (4 or 5 hours)
> - change format slightly if this improves performances (I have to
> think about it twice)
> - optimize replace object function (currently does setsize and writes
> hence requiring twice the time of a direct access)
> 3/ driver work:
> - handle brutal removal of the card (if I find out how to do that)
> (let's say it will take one week)
> - implement interrupt-based modes (I/O modes). ATA cards shall
> implement memory mode (and the driver already supports it) which is
> said to be faster.
> I'll use interrupts (doesn't make sense otherwise). Hence, it
> requires async read/writes first.
> - better power handling (auto-sleep the card). Requires async
> read/writes implementation.
> - support spinning devices (by spinning them at startup) (requires
> better power handling)
> - support ATAPI interface (requires async read/writes and
> interrupt-based modes)
> - support DMA if the Newton can handle it (it seems to be DMA
> capable) for much faster transfer rates (requires async read/writes
> and interrupt-based modes)
> - support cache on-the-fly resizing (currently, you have to restart).
> I'd better do it after implementing async read/writes.
> 4/ final version administrivia
> * implement the software protection
> * write the documentation
> * update the web pages
>
> As you can see, we're getting much closer to a working release. BTW,
> I got 5.5 KB/s with the optimizations I have implemented. And as you
> can see, even without DMA, there are other optimizations to bring to
> the software.
>
> BTW, you can see a couple of fresh (made today) screen shots of the
> updated interface with Michael Vacík's artwork there:
> http://www.kallisys.com/tmp/ata-20010627.png
> http://www.kallisys.com/tmp/ata-20010627-default-store.png
>
> Paul
> --
> Home page: http://www.kallisys.com/
> Newton-powered WebServer: http://newt.dyndns.org:8080/
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> From: Johannes Wolf <jwolf_at_xe.estec.esa.nl>
> Subject: [NTLK] AW: How about Apple Newton repairs in Germany? Re: [NT2]
tempes
> Date: Wed, 27 Jun 2001 14:12:59 +0200
>
> Hi Felix,
>
> there is the Apple European Central Product Repair Centre (ECPRC) located
in GB:
> URL: http://www.euro-adt.com
> the company itself is called ADT (Analogue & Digital Technology)
> but you have to be prepared to pay a fortune:
> first for the 3-way transport by parcel service (empty box to you, back to
ADT and finally back to you)
> second for a diagnostic (up to here this is already 80 GB pounds)
> third for the repair itself, where the costs depend on the problem
> Finally, in the worst case, you can end up with the new price for your
Newt.
> What they cannot do is to replace the display, because they already seem
to be out of stock.
> That's so far my recent experience.
> Whish you will never need this.
> I took the option to buy another used one.
>
> Johannes
>
> -----Ursprüngliche Nachricht-----
> Von: Felix Arndt [SMTP:F.Arndt_at_gmx.net]
> Gesendet am: 26 June 2001 19:52
> An: NewtonTalk2_at_yahoogroups.com; newtontalk_at_newtontalk.net
> Betreff: [NTLK] How about Apple Newton repairs in Germany? Re: [NT2]
tempestuousjaggies!
>
>
> Hi Laurent Daudelin!
>
> On 05.06.2001 15:44 Uhr you wrote using the account
> <laurent_daudelin_at_fanniemae.com>:
>
> > on 05/06/01 04:59, Robert Benschop at robertbenschop_at_bigfoot.com wrote:
> >
> >>> tell me, does apple _still_ (after all these years) fix the
> >>> newtons? Memory serves me, it was some kind of flat rate,eh? fill me
> >>> in...
> >>
> >> From Laurent Daudelin:
> >>
> >> "To arrange the repair, ... (Details for the USA)
> >
> > Except that the Memphis Repair Center seems to be closed. The Newton
repairs
> > seem to be handled by the same center that does monitor repairs. I don't
> > remember exactly where it is, and less a phone number for it.
>
> Does someone know if and if, how Apple handles Newton Repairs in Germany?
>
> I don't hope this day comes, but if, I need to know before.
>
> As I understand it, Apple neglected the Newt in Germany (even more than
the
> Macintosh, which is almost incredible).
>
> Thanks,
>
> Felix
> --
> iMac badge: "my other computer is a G4!"
>
>
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>
> ------------------------------
>
> From: ThisOlNewt_at_aol.com
> Date: Wed, 27 Jun 2001 08:12:56 EDT
> Subject: Re: [NTLK] My Newton is DOA
>
>
>
> In a message dated 6/26/01 9:15:12 PM, don_at_dcphotos.com writes:
>
> << I removed the battery and cards and let it set for about 8 hours and
> still DEAD! >>
>
> Did you make sure it was unplugged also. I had to once wait over night
with=20
> its batteries and cards out and not plugged in. Then in the am hook up the
A=
> C=20
> adapter, hit the reset button while holding down the powerswitch. If there
i=
> s=20
> life you should get the " do you wanna erase all the data?" dialog hit no
an=
> d=20
> it should boot up. Without loos of data.=20
> If that works do a full back up then do a brainwhipe ( see the FAQ)
>
> Keep the Green=E2=84=A2,
> Rich Lindsay
> This Old Newt=E2=84=A2, The Newton Online Monthly.
> http://members.aol.com/thisolnewt/index2.html
> Home to the Newton Used Price Guide=E2=84=A2, Newton WebRing, Newton FAQ,
an=
> d the Son=20
> of Ultimate Newton collection of Web Links. "If you cant find it here we
wil=
> l=20
> wince"=E2=84=A2=C2=A9
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Wed, 27 Jun 2001 05:31:21 -0700
> From: MacPhx <baphx_at_earthlink.net>
> Subject: Re: [NTLK] Help w/ Newt 130 sync and keyspan USB...
>
>
> First, thanks for the heads-up.
> Second...
> "You need to connect using a serial type connection as USB does not do
> AppleTalk."
> duh...
> > I have the latest driver for my keyspan USB to DB8 adapter,
> :-)
>
> 3rd...
> >I am also presuming you have a Mac.
> duuuuuuuhhhhhhhh... As if my sig was not enough of a signifyer....Like I
am
> going to give BG any of my money.
> We all know all the reasons why I and other Macintosh users use superior
> computers....
> they are the true definition of what a Computer is.
> To paraphrase Dennis Leary from "No Cure for Cancer": I tried it once,
didn't
> work...I'M NOT DOING IT AGAIN!!!!
>
> mumble, mumble, mumble, mumble, mumble, mumble.......
>
> sorry, the thought of "him" always puts me in a bad mood. And I need to
get
> some sleep...... rrrrrr, sigh!
> ---
> MacPhx
> "The Phoenix will Rise"
> KillGates, Inc.
> (Devoted/Addicted/Obsessed to Macintosh)
>
>
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> From: Johannes Wolf <jwolf_at_xe.estec.esa.nl>
> Subject: [NTLK] AW: Cadenza and Lotus Notes R5
> Date: Wed, 27 Jun 2001 14:31:45 +0200
>
> Hello Andre,
>
> it seem s that we have exactly the same problem: I also try to get Cadenza
working with LN 5.
> As far as I know up to now the Cadenza version for the Newt can be
installed only on LN 4.x.
> And in fact I experienced the same behavior as you did, trying to install
Cadenza on LN 5.
> Some people reported that it was no problem to upgrade from LN 4 to LN 5
having Cadenza installed.
> I do not believe that because the design template of LN 5 is definitive
different from that of LN 4.
> BUT the good news:
> LN 4 and LN 5 can be installed on the same machine without interference.
> You have to create a LN 4 replication of the databases you want to synch
with your Newt.
> I will try to install Cadenza on and old machine running LN 4 as soon as I
have time.
> Let us keep in touch.
> Finally I append some information I got from an LN expert:
>
> soweit ich von unseren "LN - Experten" gehört habe, unterscheiden sich
aber
> die DB-Formate zwischen LN 4 und LN 5.
> >>> das Format m.E. nicht, nur die Designschablone.
>
> Bei uns wurde jetzt generell auf LN 5 umgestellt.
> Kann ich dann trotzdem von einem LN 4 client auf meine (LN 5) DB
> zugreifen, oder geht es vielleicht andersherum, dass ich von LN 5 aus eine
> mit LN 4 lesbare Replikation erstelle?
>
> >>> das zweite ist der Fall. LN5 kann die LN4 DB lesen. Du mußt Deinen
> Admin überzeugen, daß er das Design nicht ändert, wenn er von LN4 auf 5
> geht.
> Ansonsten mußt Du unter LN4 mit einer lokalen LN4 Replik arbeiten und nur
> die Server DB auf LN 5 wechseln (müßte gehen!?). Dann muß in der CDZ DM
die
> lokale Replik als Ziel DB eingetragen werden und vor und nach dem
> Notes-Newton Abgleich mit dem Server repliziert werden. In diesem Fall
kann
> unter LN4 die Option 'Share Password' gesetzt sein. Das spart einmal PW
> eingeben.
>
> Also:
> wenn die DB auf einem Server liegt, spielt es keine Rolle in welchem
Format
> Sie ist - das Ganze ist abwärtskompatibel.
> Wenn Du eine Server R5 DB (ODS41) nach lokal replizierst, bin ich nicht
> sicher, ob sie bei einem 4er Client automatisch nach R4 (ODS20)
konvertiert
> wird.... sollte aber.
> Um sicher zu gehen, kannst Du auf dem Server vorher mit einem compact -R
> (load compact -R dbname.nsf) die R5 DB wieder nach R4 konvertieren.
> Eine R5 DB auf einem Server kannst Du dann problemlos mit einer R4 Replik
> replizieren.
>
> Somit wird Dein Cadenza mit lokalem LN4 auf die Server LN5 DB zugreifen
> können.
>
>
> Das ganze ist ungetestet und somit ohne Garantie. Bitte erst in einer
> Testumgebung prüfen!!
>
>
> Gruss
> Johannes
> --------------------------------------------------------------------------
-----
> Dr. Johannes Wolf ESA ESTEC
> Keplerlaan
> Phone: +31 71 565 5461 NL2200 AG Noordwijk
> Fax: +31 71 565 4999
> Email: jwolf_at_xep0.estec.esa.nl Web: www.esa.int
>
>
> -----Ursprüngliche Nachricht-----
> Von: Andre Beckedorf [SMTP:Newton_at_beckedorf.net]
> Gesendet am: 26 June 2001 23:25
> An: newtontalk_at_newtontalk.net
> Betreff: [NTLK] Cadenza and Lotus Notes R5
>
> Is there any way to use Cadenza with Lotus Notes R5 ?
>
> I keep getting a warning during installation telling me that the setup
can't find the Lotus Notes program directory, although I point it to the
right directory.
>
> Regards,
> Andre Beckedorf
>
> Bollmannsweg 3 - 26125 Oldenburg * eMail: Andre_at_Beckedorf.net * www:
http://www.beckedorf.net
>
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>
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> From: Johannes Wolf <jwolf_at_xe.estec.esa.nl>
> Subject: [NTLK] AW: My Newton is DOA
> Date: Wed, 27 Jun 2001 14:38:57 +0200
>
> Don,
>
> You should try the so called Brain Wipe, but I hope you have a backup of
your data!
> While holding the RESET-Button hold the switch-on till a nice window
appears asking you if you really want to erase all of the data.
> Answering with YES the Brain Wipe procedure will kill all data and
installed extensions which may have caused the crash before.
>
> Regards
> Johannes
>
> -----Ursprüngliche Nachricht-----
> Von: Don [SMTP:don_at_dcphotos.com]
> Gesendet am: 27 June 2001 03:12
> An: newtontalk_at_newtontalk.net
> Betreff: [NTLK] My Newton is DOA
>
>
> HELP!!!
> My 2100 was working fine then it locked up on me so I pressed the reset
> button and it blinked a blank green screen twice, then nothing!
> I plugged it into the wall, I held the reset button down for 45 sec or
> longer. I removed the battery and cards and let it set for about 8 hours
and
> still DEAD!
> I need my little green buddy back, HELP!!!
> Don
>
>
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>
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> From: "Smith, Tod A" <Tod.A.Smith_at_rolls-royce.com>
> Subject: Re: [NTLK] MP2100 speedup project
> Date: Wed, 27 Jun 2001 08:04:45 -0500
>
>
> What's the status on this how-to?
>
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: Mark Rollins [mailto:mark_at_mrollins.com]
> > Sent: Saturday, June 16, 2001 8:52 AM
> > To: Stephanie Maks; newtontalk_at_newtontalk.net;
> > NewtonTalk2_at_yahoogroups.com
> > Subject: [NTLK] MP2100 speedup project
> >
> >
> > I'm putting together a list of parts, and a how-to-do it for a
> > MessagePad
> > 2000/2100 speedup to around 220 mHz. There's already a lot of
> > info, both
> > at PixSolutions Web page (they make an accelerator board) and
> > several others.
> >
> > When done, this page will list the parts (probably Mouser or
> > DigiKey), the
> > how-to, and will be profusely illustrated. I've already found
> > a type of
> > micro-mini switch that will allow you to choose "normal" or
> > "fast" speed
> > by clicking the recessed switch with your penpoint, or for
> > the "old-time"
> > nostalgic Mac users, you could use a paperclip.
> >
> > Any info from others who have done this IS GREATLY APPRECIATED.
> > --
> >
> > Mark Rollins, CIH, CSP
> > mark_at_mrollins.com
> > www.mrollins.com
> >
> > --
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> >
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Subject: Re: [NTLK] ATA News
> Date: Wed, 27 Jun 2001 22:34:49 +0900
> From: Sushi <Sushi_at_ragingbull.com>
>
>
> Hi Paul,
>
> As one who is really excited about this driver and will be first in line
> to purchase it, I really appreciate these updates. Looking at the IBM
> Microdrive and Toshiba PC Card drives just makes a fellow's mind wander
> at the possibilities.
>
> Having said that, take your time and do what you think is best for
> version 1.0. In other words (I can't believe that I am saying this) take
> your time to complete it the way you want. Your ATA driver is going to
> be one significant addition to the Newton family of great apps.
>
> Thanks again for the update!
>
> Sushi
>
> >Hi folks,
> >
> >I have took the bad habit of using Eudora as my To-Do list management
> >software ;)
> >
> >Known bugs:
> >a/ ATA Support doesn't work with Victor's MP and card (officially a
> >Kodak, in fact a 4 MB SunDisk)
> >The card apparently doesn't want to write as many bytes as the driver
> >wants to feed it and clears DRQ and BSY while it shouldn't. I have
> >sent Victor a special build (it's something like the 4th or 5th time)
> >which might fix the problem.
> >Once the bug is fixed and most NS interface elements have been
> >implemented (see below), I'll release beta 1.
> >
> >Here is the newest version of my to-do list before the final release:
> >
> >*: required for the final release
> >-: might be implemented in 1.1 only
> >
> >1/ work on the NS interface:
> >* allow to set the auto mount and read only flags (I think I'll
> >redesign parts of the partition map handling)
> >* handle read-only cards
> >* better handling of read-only partitions (for example, it's useless
> >to offer restore or set default store on these)
> >* design an interface to define partitions (two or three hours)
> >* don't show format alert in certain conditions (basically when you
> >have just partitioned the card or if you have initialized it) (30
> >mins)
> >* implement erase and initialize route scripts
> >* more aesthetic changes
> >- implement some basic backup feature similar to the ROM backup
> >feature of the linear cards (backups already work with third party
> >software) (one hour, interface has already been implemented)
> >2/ optimize the code:
> >- implement asynchronous writes/reads (4 or 5 hours)
> >- change format slightly if this improves performances (I have to
> >think about it twice)
> >- optimize replace object function (currently does setsize and writes
> >hence requiring twice the time of a direct access)
> >3/ driver work:
> >- handle brutal removal of the card (if I find out how to do that)
> >(let's say it will take one week)
> >- implement interrupt-based modes (I/O modes). ATA cards shall
> >implement memory mode (and the driver already supports it) which is
> >said to be faster.
> >I'll use interrupts (doesn't make sense otherwise). Hence, it
> >requires async read/writes first.
> >- better power handling (auto-sleep the card). Requires async
> >read/writes implementation.
> >- support spinning devices (by spinning them at startup) (requires
> >better power handling)
> >- support ATAPI interface (requires async read/writes and
> >interrupt-based modes)
> >- support DMA if the Newton can handle it (it seems to be DMA
> >capable) for much faster transfer rates (requires async read/writes
> >and interrupt-based modes)
> >- support cache on-the-fly resizing (currently, you have to restart).
> >I'd better do it after implementing async read/writes.
> >4/ final version administrivia
> >* implement the software protection
> >* write the documentation
> >* update the web pages
> >
> >As you can see, we're getting much closer to a working release. BTW,
> >I got 5.5 KB/s with the optimizations I have implemented. And as you
> >can see, even without DMA, there are other optimizations to bring to
> >the software.
> >
> >BTW, you can see a couple of fresh (made today) screen shots of the
> >updated interface with Michael Vac=EDk's artwork there:
> >http://www.kallisys.com/tmp/ata-20010627.png
> >http://www.kallisys.com/tmp/ata-20010627-default-store.png
> >
> >Paul
> >--
> >Home page: http://www.kallisys.com/
> >Newton-powered WebServer: http://newt.dyndns.org:8080/
> >
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> ------------------------------
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> Date: Wed, 27 Jun 2001 15:43:14 +0200
> From: Paul Guyot <pguyot_at_kallisys.net>
> Subject: Re: [NTLK] ATA News
>
>
> Hi Sushi,
>
> >As one who is really excited about this driver and will be first in line
> >to purchase it, I really appreciate these updates. Looking at the IBM
> >Microdrive and Toshiba PC Card drives just makes a fellow's mind wander
> >at the possibilities.
>
> Beware. Only the 2 GB card is PCMCIA compatible. Besides, it seems to
> be ATAPI only which is really low priority. I'll look at the pinouts
> to see if it does only TrueIDE like the Iomega Clik! drive (in which
> case there is no hope) or if it does normal PCMCIA ATA modes.
>
> > >1/ work on the NS interface:
>
> BTW, I forgot:
> * work on overview scrolling (currently, you can't scroll, you only
> can see the first 4 partitions, but it doesn't really matter for the
> demo version)
>
> Paul
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>
> ------------------------------
>
> From: "Humphreys, David" <david.humphreys_at_honeywell.com>
> Subject: [NTLK] MP2x00 Overclocking
> Date: Wed, 27 Jun 2001 07:01:30 -0700
>
>
> Hi to all you overclockers,
>
> I have been following the thread on overclocking
> and would like to give my opinion on the subject.
>
> As some of you have no doubt found out, it is possible
> to speed up the MP2x00 by swapping the clock crystal.
>
> It has been advocated by some that all that is required
> is a switch and two crystals.
>
> As a designer, I have to warn you that, while this
> method might work, you run the risk of corrupting your
> data.
>
> Here's why:
>
> Changing the clock frequency with a switch is asynchronous
> that is to say, the action is not tied to the clock cycles.
>
> The switching, therefore, takes place at a random time
> during the clock cycle.
>
> The memory, asic and processor need to complete their respective
> tasks within a set number of clock cycles and are synchronous
> to them.
>
> Potentially, switching could cut short a clock cycle or cause
> a glitch on the clock line that disrupts an internal task.
>
> What this means is that you could get, among other things,
> corrupted memory.
>
> The effect, depending on position, may be very subtle and
> go unnoticed for some time, perhaps corrupting more and more
> data.
>
> And for those of you thinking that you could just turn off
> the unit, switch the crystal and then switch back on, let me
> tell you that the Newt never sleeps it just reverts to a low
> power mode.
>
> The Pix solution board has the additional chips on board
> that take care of the switching. It will wait for a clock
> transition before switching.
>
> The last part of the puzzle is the SA-110S. The part is
> stamped 160Mhz. There is a reason for that.
>
> A lot of chips have frequency ratings. When they are made,
> the manufacturer can't afford (or doesn't want to) different
> production lines for different frequencies of the same
> chip.
> Instead, they will make the fastest chip and test them.
>
> Those that fail at, say 220Mhz may pass at 180Mhz or 160Mhz.
> The point I am trying to make is this:
>
> The processor started out life as a 220Mhz device but factory
> testing found it to fail at this frequency and it was tested
> at the other speeds until it passed. Then it got stamped with
> that number.
>
> Manufacturers tend to err on the side of caution, so it is likely
> that parts will work 1 or 2 speed grades above advertised
> but YMMV.
>
> Also, higher speed means higher power dissipation. This will
> prematurely age the processor and other components.
>
> I know the lure of a quick and easy and cheap solution for
> a faster Newt is tempting but it is not without risks.
>
> I am not telling anyone not to do this, I just wanted you
> to make a more informed decision.
>
> I would be happy to share my knowledge with anyone who asks
> for it.
>
> If you have a question, drop me a line
>
> mailto:pcbman_at_ix.netcom.com
>
> or
>
> mailto:david.humphreys_at_honeywell.com
>
> Regards and sorry for the length,
>
> David Humphreys
> Designer
> Honeywell Inc.
>
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Wed, 27 Jun 2001 10:27:56 -0400
> From: "Laurent Daudelin" <laurent_daudelin_at_fanniemae.com>
> Subject: Re: [NTLK] My Newton is DOA
>
>
> ThisOlNewt_at_aol.com wrote:
> >
> > In a message dated 6/26/01 9:15:12 PM, don_at_dcphotos.com writes:
> >
> > << I removed the battery and cards and let it set for about 8 hours and
> > still DEAD! >>
> >
> > Did you make sure it was unplugged also. I had to once wait over night
with=20
> > its batteries and cards out and not plugged in. Then in the am hook up
the A=
> > C=20
> > adapter, hit the reset button while holding down the powerswitch. If
there i=
> > s=20
> > life you should get the " do you wanna erase all the data?" dialog hit
no an=
> > d=20
> > it should boot up. Without loos of data.=20
> > If that works do a full back up then do a brainwhipe ( see the FAQ)
> >
>
> Yes, make sure you unplug it when leaving it alone. Remove batteries and
> unplug it from the adapter. A couple of hours should be fine. Then,
> press the reset button on the back and, while keeping it pressed, flip
> the On-Off switch down and keep it down (still pressing the reset
> switch) until you see the message asking if you really want to
> completely erase the internal memory. Tap "No". Your MP should come back
> to life.
>
> Rich, BTW, it seems your posts are coming in HTML, which Listar doesn't
> like much...
>
> -Laurent.
> --
> =====================================================================
> Laurent Daudelin Developer, Multifamily, ESO, Fannie Mae
> mailto:Laurent_Daudelin_at_fanniemae.com Washington, DC,
> USA
> ********************** Usual disclaimers apply **********************
> "Heuristics are bug ridden by definition. If they didn't have bugs,
> then they'd be algorithms."
>
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Wed, 27 Jun 2001 16:39:32 +0200 (CEST)
> From: smullers_at_xs4all.nl (Simon Muller)
> Subject: Re: [NTLK] ATA News
>
>
> Hi Paul!
>
> As you let us see with your ATA-news postings, you're really marching on
> towards a very complete ATA-driver. Spinning-device support, atapi, DMA...
> I am impressed and very much looking forward to it's eventual release.
>
> Simon Muller
>
> snip
> >As you can see, we're getting much closer to a working release. BTW,
> >I got 5.5 KB/s with the optimizations I have implemented. And as you
> >can see, even without DMA, there are other optimizations to bring to
> >the software.
> >
> snip
> >
> >Paul
> >--
>
>
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Tue, 26 Jun 2001 01:21:54 -0400
> Subject: Re: [NTLK] Help
> From: Laurent Daudelin <nemesys_at_cox.rr.com>
>
>
> on 25/06/01 22:54, Chris Stephens at cstephens_at_cat2.com wrote:
>
> >
> > Well, I let my guard down and got burned. My MP2kU was stolen out of
> > my car (on my driveway) over the weekend. Until I get my spare back
> > from Dr. Newton, I'm living with my 130. Can you all keep your eyes
> > open for it? I'm trying to watch ebay. It is an upgraded 2000 in a
> > leather case with a Hayes Optima 33.6 card and an Eiger 4Mb memory
> > card. It has the battery cage inserted. That's all the Philistine
> > took, leaving behind my other Newton accessories, a shoulder bag in
> > which I carry it, and my cell phone. I know, I shouldn't have left
> > it in my car. Let this be a lesson for us all.
> >
>
> What's the serial number?
>
> -Laurent.
> --
> ============================================================
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>
>
>
>
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