Re: [NTLK] External Power Packs for Newtons

From: DJ Vollkasko (DJ_Vollkasko_at_gmx.net)
Date: Mon Apr 04 2005 - 12:51:02 PDT


>> I have a decent suggestion for one but wanted to know if anyone on the
>> list has tried in the past or present to use something to power their
>> Newton other than the stock rechargeable, booster or specialized pack
>> that fit in the case I mentioned above.
>
> The coolest imaginable product would allow DC-Out and USB power
> supplies (like this neat 4 x AA pack:
> http://www.gpscity.com/item-gps-city-usb-power-pack/batusbpower.htm),
> maybe throw in Firewire power-out while we're at it. Oh, and make sure
> you can charge the eight cells INSIDE the box w/o removing them or
> unplugging the Newton... Add cold fusion w/o radiation, too... And a
> Flux-Compensator...

Did I mention waterproof? I *heart* waterproof! ;=}

> I have an original Booster Pack incl. box and manual. I'll type part
> of the text of the manual to the Booser Wiki-page later today.

I promised -- I've delivered. Read already
http://tools.unna.org/wikiwikinewt/index.php/BatteryBooster . Full
english text.

> I'm willing to loan the Booster to Frank Gruendel, if this would be
> considered in any way helpful for the progress on Newtonia. -- Sonny,
> talk to Frank if there's something he could do for you. Frank, get
> back to me if interested. Thanks.

Offer valid while mileage lasts, or something like it.

> Citizen 'Kasko
>
> P.S.: Still very much [WTB] lid for 2x00 and battery holder. Any
> reasonable offer, blahblahblah.

This also still valid. Please?

Cheers,

D.

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