Re: [NTLK] PC serial cable, AC adaptor for an MP2100

From: Henry Stukenborg (hjstukenborg_at_mac.com)
Date: Mon Dec 02 2002 - 11:51:09 EST


Martin,

>> Along similar lines, do I need a new AC adaptor as well? I gather the
>> MP2x00 needs a 1.2A adaptor, whereas my MP120 adaptor is only rated at
>> 0.5A. Trouble is I don't know if I'll be able to find a 240V adaptor
>> for the 2x00 anywhere. They certainly haven't shown up anywhere I've
>> searched so far.
> Your adapter will work OK, but it will charge slower.

A friend of mine told me that if you use a lower-rated adaptor than the
Newton requires it will eventually burn out from the Newton trying to draw
too much power from it. I'm not so sure but some of the EE's on the list can
enlighten us, I'm sure.

-Henry

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