From: Martin Joseph (martyNT_at_barknaturalpet.com)
Date: Sun Apr 24 2005 - 10:17:53 PDT
On Apr 23, 2005, at 11:25 PM, Zoont Foomby wrote:
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> 1) Is there any sort of leather/fake leather/plastic/etc. case for the
> Newton MP2100 which clips onto one's belt? The newton is not pocket
> friendly (unless perhaps you wear cargo pants), but it seems perfect
> for having a clip on the back and clipping onto one's belt. Is this
> already done by someone?
Search the archives, there are endless discussions about this topic. I
think the ripoffs holster is quite popular in this regard.
>
> 2) My Newt came without the flip cover/clips. Other than protecting
> the screen, does this fliptop act as a stand perhaps, or do anything
> else than maybe get in the way sometimes? I'm not sure if it makes
> sense to buy one or not.
It protects the screen as you say, which is kind of important IMO.
>
> 3) Do ATA cards use a lot battery power compared to linear flash cards?
I don't think so, pretty comparable... You can't use them without
paying for Paul's excellent driver, in case you are unaware of this.
>
> 4) The microphone on my Newt is damaged (I think - it only seems to
> record static). Can I fix it without replacing the entire logic board?
I suspect so, take a look at Frank Gruendels site.
http://www.pda-soft.de/2x00_disassemble.html
Good Luck,
Marty
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