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Epoc Digest Wed, 12 Feb 2003 Volume 01 : Number 172
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In today's Epoc Digest 40 messages:
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- Re: Backup and restore
- pop and fn+space
- Re:Which version of PsiWin am I running
- RE: P800 + fax
- Re: Mako and 5mx on the same PC
- Re: What are these files?
- Re: install and add/remove probs
- False Representation?
- Re: Parallel port CF readers (4 Rolf)
- Re: CF card formatting (4 Rolf)
- Long sig (4 Christopher)
- Re: zlib.dll file (4 Keith)
- Re: EBook registration (4 Tony)
- Re: Longevity screen cable (4 Rolf)
- Re: specific 7 install (4 Jack)
- Mako (4 Jim)
- Converting Complex Word Docs (4 Mike W.)
- Re: which apps? (4 Steve)
- Mink oil (4 Martin)
- SoundTrans (4 Martin)
- Chadis7 (4 Trygve)
- Old-fangled, acoustic, classical musician (4 Maria)
- Re: Replacement pens (4 Kevin)
- Re: Power adaptor (4 Rolf)
- Subject: D&G Upgrade (4 Jim)
- Re: nB: which apps require a separate install? (4 Martin)
- GPRS with S7 and Nokia 8310
- Sad about Series 7...
- XJmail Review/saving space
- Re: D&G Upgrade, Wired LAN, SMTP, Answering the digest, Faxing, netBook DIMM,
- Re: Mako and 5mx on the same PC
- Re: This "US phones in Europe" thing
- Sending e-mail from a Psion
- XJMAIL
- cheap revo
- Re: GPRS with S7 and Nokia 8310
- spare parts
- Embeddes SHEET, GPRS, FreeNote,
- Book for Morse-Enthusiasts
- Striking through entries on To Do list on 5MX
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Date: 11 Feb 2003 21:08:04 +0000
From: Rolf Brunsting
Subject: Re: Backup and restore
Dear Daniele,
<< What I meant is that I create new files every week with updated data (basically customer details in a Data file and order details in a Sheet file), naming them say, Client 6.2. and Orders 6.2. and then I delete the older versions, say Client 30.1. and Orders 30.1. But somehow Psiwin does not recognize the deletion and tries to reinstall all the old data. >>
This is correct behaviour. A backup is a safety copy in case your batteries run down (so that you lose all files) or delete a file you shouldn't have deleted. The restore function is there to get those files back and that's what PsiWin does. It finds that the files "Client 30.1" and "Orders 30.1" are in the backup but not on the Psion and transfers them to the Psion. How is PsiWin to know that what was "Client 30.1" is now called "Client 6.2" and that "Client 30.1" should therefore no longer be restored? It doesn't because PsiWin looks at the files - it doesn't read your mind.
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Kind Regards,
Rolf Brunsting - Darp - Netherlands
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Date: 11 Feb 2003 23:18:06 +0000
From: Tom Robertson
Subject: pop and fn+space
I see there's bee a bit on email and pop servers...
I've always had a problem with my 7 with deleting mail from my POP server (lineone). Deleting mail in the remote folder has no effect - is there a setting I need to change?
On another not, what exactly is the point of fn+space - It seems to brighten and dim the screen - does this actually save much battery power??
regards,
Tom
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Date: 11 Feb 2003 23:52:24 +0000
From: "Jason Garbutt"
Subject: Re:Which version of PsiWin am I running
"Christopher Holly" wrote:
> Subject: Which version of PsiWin am I running >
> I am trying to get Lotus Organizer v. 5 or 6 to synch with my 5mx. (Theversion 2.12 I have has a problem with TZBOOKMG.DLL which is
> no longer available from Lotus.) Before I install the plugin for Organizer5/6, I need to figure out if I am already running 2.3.1 or 2.3.3. When
> I check About Psion, it says version 2.3 build 138. So have I got even 2.3.1installed?
>
> Apparently the plug in works only with 2.3.1 and not 2.3.3. Is there anydrawback to using 2.3.1 instead of 2.3.3?
Hi Chris,
Thanks to the digest Ive just discovered the PsiWin Organizer plug-in, and yes itworks fine with 2.3.3.
To check which version you have, double-click the My Psion icon, then selectHelp/About, it should tell the version before the build. On mine it says PsiWin2.3.3 Build 149.
HTH.
Regards,
Jason
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&nb
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Date: 12 Feb 2003 00:18:01 +0000
From: Johan Lindahl
Subject: RE: P800 + fax
Darryl wrote:
> T-mobile have offered me a free handset cos threatened to defect to
> another network so considering the P800. Saw one in Finland the
> other day and looked good.
> BUT...just received the following from SonyEricsson Data Support :-
> ""We have checked this and the P800 will not work as a fax modem,
> we have checked this and it does not seem to respond to the At
> string we used.
> AT+FCLASS=? ""
> Someone on the list already has one so wondered if they could
> confirm this
Hi Darryl!
Well I'm one of the P800 owners. I have read on P800 user sites on the net that it doesn't support fax.
I tried the command in Comms and as you can see it responses with a 0 wich i assume stands for no fax support.
Command: AT+FCLASS=?
Response: +FCLASS: (0)
A real pity they left out that function.
But it does work with GPRS and Psion! (standard GSM-data also offcourse)
Regards,
Johan Lindahl
Sockholm, Sweden
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Date: 12 Feb 2003 00:55:57 +0000
From: "Michael Degn"
Subject: Re: Mako and 5mx on the same PC
Answer to Christopher Holly
> I got my wife a Mako on eBay. As she starts to use it, I would like to back it up on my PC. I do not want to mess up the way my 5mx is working now, however. Do I need to use the Mako CD to install that version of PsiWin or is there something I need to do to use what I have for the 5mx without mixing things up? I am sure there are gear collectors out there who have done this as many ways as it can be done. . . . I would appreciate your suggestions. <
Hi Chris,
There's no need for worrying. PsiWin can handle the Mako and MC218 just as fine as any Psion machine. At the moment I have a 5mx and S7, and soon I'll also have a netpad. When I registered the machines to PsiWin (PsiWin will detect any new device) I gave them different names as follows: Series 5mx and Series 7.
All stuff from my 5mx goes to C:\Psion\Series 5mx\Backup\... and Synchro All stuff from my S7 goes to C:\Psion\Series 7\Backup\... and Synchro
So all you have to do is to name the Mako differently from your Psion. PsiWin will automagically detect if it's the Psion or the Mako which are currently connected.
Best regards,
Michael Degn
Esbjerg, Denmark
www.degn.esenet.dk
www.pdanmark.dk
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Date: 12 Feb 2003 01:35:49 +0000
From: "Michael Degn"
Subject: Re: What are these files?
Answer to Rolf Brunsting
> It's not a good idea to move system files to D that have *specifically* been placed in C by the installation tool. Remove the CF card and you run the risk of the system becoming unstable. <
Dear Rolf,
To a certain degree I'd say you're right. However, these particular system files are not critical to the overall running of the OS. Only if you've placed them on D and moved the card and then try to communicate via IrDA you might get into trouble. Could also be that the system defaults to use the components in the ROM.
A part of the original question was if the files could be moved to D. I gave an answer and didn't judge if it was a good idea or not. I believe if people do mess around the system components etc., they're supposed to know what they're doing.
OTOH one should perhaps give a warning on special occasions like the above, but again I find it difficult to foresee every possible danger that might occur.
Best regards,
Michael Degn
Esbjerg, Denmark
www.degn.esenet.dk
www.pdanmark.dk
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Date: 12 Feb 2003 02:01:17 +0000
From: J.
Subject: Re: install and add/remove probs
To: Kate Head Subject: install and add/remove probs
>>,,,,,,getting "Program: Installer Reason Code: USER Reason Number: 21" ,,,,,,,getting that error when trying to reinstal,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
Has anyone any idea why I'm getting that error (I think it might happen with other .sis files),,,,,,,<<
Re
As earlier discussed, this kind of Pb may occurs when some sort of conflict (duplication, dates differences) arouse between similar files within C and D Systems.
Suggestion is to move (System/)Install, recogs, Opl, OPX, Opm, from D to C/System/
Tell us back...
Psionily
Jack
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Date: 12 Feb 2003 03:02:39 +0000
From: David Lir
Subject: False Representation?
CARE & SAFETY
When used according to the instructions in this manual, the Series 5 should remain in good working order for many years.
-- Psion Series 5mx User Guide, page 175.
Given the numbers of anecdotal reports on the Web of screen-cables failing well before 'many years' have passed, and since the manual doesn't mention any method of preventing, or even minimizing the likelihood of, such a screen-cable failure, does anybody here think that this statement in the User Guide constitutes a False Representation on the part of Psion?
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David Lir - \\:>{o>
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Date: 12 Feb 2003 03:02:42 +0000
From: David Lir
Subject: Re: Parallel port CF readers (4 Rolf)
Rolf,
No, I couldn't know that you were accessing the card via Windows 98 since you said and repeated that you were using NT and 95, and never mentioned 98. You also don't mention *now* which version of Windows 98 you are using.
Also, you've attached the card, in its reader, via the parallel port! - the problem arises (going by my own experience and the reports I've read) when the CF card is accessed via a reader sitting directly in a PCMCIA slot built into a laptop running W98SE.
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David Lir - \\:>{o>
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Date: 12 Feb 2003 03:02:46 +0000
From: David Lir
Subject: Re: CF card formatting (4 Rolf)
"What is true is that a (Windows or Linux) PC allows you to set formatting options the format function of a standard Psion doesn't have. Add Atelier's Smart Format, part of Essential Disk Utilities, to the Psion and you get the same formatting options."
Not *every* variant of Windows provides a choice of formatting options though - I know that Windows 98SE doesn't! That is: W98SE can and will format the CF card, but does not give the user any options about *how* it is done. :( Perhaps from DOS?
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David Lir - \\:>{o>
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Date: 12 Feb 2003 03:03:02 +0000
From: David Lir
Subject: Long sig (4 Christopher)
"This e-mail, including any attachments, may contain information that is protected by law as privileged and confidential, and is transmitted for the sole use of the intended recipient. If you are not the intended recipient, you
are hereby notified that any use, dissemination, copying or retention of this e-mail or the information contained herein is strictly prohibited. If you have received this e-mail in error, please immediately notify the sender by reply e-mail or telephone and permanently delete this e-mail and its copies and prints. Thank you.
Boy that's a long one! Here's my long and equally *annoying* sig:
I reserve the right to transpose or otherwise confuse or substitute: i with I, its with it's, then with than, there with their or they're, and to with too, and to inadvertently enter any number of non-breaking spaces instead of simple spaces, and to otherwise screw up (or down) the punctuation, grammar, or usage of the contents of this or any message or posting I might at any time author, publish or transmit or post, on any public or private board or forum (this one or any other) or in any private, semi-private or public emailing - all in the name of saving me time. FWIW, I would strongly recommend that anyone truly concerned with time conservation (an impossible task, surely!) in his or her own very personal life should really stop taking the time to read long and rarely, if ever, necessary addendum's or signatures at the bottom of messages, emails or Internet postings such as this one.
And my regular sig:
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David Lir - \\:>{o>
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Date: 12 Feb 2003 03:03:07 +0000
From: David Lir
Subject: Re: zlib.dll file (4 Keith)
"For David Lir. I have a zlib.dll file on my 5mx. I don't know which app put it there. In my Add/Remove list a "zlib 1.1.4 1.01" shows up. but for what it's worth, here's what I have:
[List cropped.]
Also, it's on my PC. In addition to the epoc version, PdfPrinter
came with a wins version and that file is installed in
C:\Epoc32\Release\wins\deb\ on my PC.
Don't know if any of this will help you or not."
Thanks Keith. Actually it does help! You've reminded me to reinstall the emu - along with the Wins version of PDFPrinter. :)
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David Lir - \\:>{o>
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Date: 12 Feb 2003 03:03:11 +0000
From: David Lir
Subject: Re: EBook registration (4 Tony)
"I have downloaded ebook and am enjoying using it
...
is it really freeware and if so will it quit after the 30 day "trial period"? It would also be nice to get rid of the nag."
Hi Tony,
EBook's author, Simon Quinn, has publicized the free reg code on his site. To save you a trip, here's the code taken from his site:
EBook freeware registration code: XM32349101
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David Lir - \\:>{o>
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Date: 12 Feb 2003 03:03:14 +0000
From: David Lir
Subject: Re: Longevity screen cable (4 Rolf)
"<< This has been discussed extensively in the past, and it has not bene proven that not closing and opening the 5MX will improve the longevity of the screen cable ... >>
That's extremely simple to prove. Buy a brand new Series 5mx and ... never, ever, open it. I'll give you the cast iron guarantee that the screen cable of this 5mx will never fail. <VBG>"
LOL...Cute one, Rolf. I was going to post something similar. I was going to ask Itamar if I had two 5mx's, one opened only once and then left under glass, and one opened and closed 20 times daily, both for ten years - which one would he honestly think would be more likely to be still fully functional - with an unbroken screen cable - after that time.
"It creates another problem, though. One that's similar to a famous thought experiment in quantum physics called 'Schrödinger's Cat'. As the Series 5mx has never been opened you don't know whether the screen cable is functional or defective already. We're therefore dealing with a superposition of states in which the screen cable is *both* functional and defective (at the same time)."
Umm, just open it once when first purchased - now you know it's working. Now leave it. Besides, it either is or is not functional - how can one's doubt about which it is make it both in any material sense? Just last year I thought my friends old car was in the shop for repair - truth is he was driving it to work the entire time - my thinking it was broken couldn't change that it was not.
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David Lir - \\:>{o>
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Date: 12 Feb 2003 03:03:20 +0000
From: David Lir
Subject: Re: specific 7 install (4 Jack)
"To David Lir Subject: nB: which apps require a separate install? >......ones that *do* require a separate install (from the 5mx one) to run properly on the netBook.....!
RE
Do you mean a specific (color or screen sized) version?
Or a Serial specific registration code? as TomeRaider..."
Colour or screen-sized version - not reg codes.
"Below are some "7 instal" I can remember of :
List cropped.
Thanks for your input, Jack!
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David Lir - \\:>{o>
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Date: 12 Feb 2003 03:03:23 +0000
From: David Lir
Subject: Mako (4 Jim)
"Such a good machine. Such a c~~~~y power design."
So true and so sad! I have a notion that a 'Revo 3' with a backlit screen, an SD card slot, and a LiON pack would sell well - even in today's market.
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David Lir - \\:>{o>
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Date: 12 Feb 2003 03:03:26 +0000
From: David Lir
Subject: Converting Complex Word Docs (4 Mike W.)
"The PsiWin converter struggles with some Microsoft Word documents especially those with complex tables, resulting in missing text. The Psion can handle these documents if you use Microsoft Word to save them as a web document & then transfer this to the Psion."
Nice tip Mike!
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David Lir - \\:>{o>
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Date: 12 Feb 2003 03:03:29 +0000
From: David Lir
Subject: Re: which apps? (4 Steve)
"Two things. First, it was tremendously useful to see another users full list of applications. There was stuff there that I had never heard of and it was fun to check them out to see if they were of use. What is ZipMaster or, more particularly, where can it be found? I had a good look around but couldn't find this application anywhere. I presume it is a zip utility and, while I've no intention to give up the venerable RMRZip it's always good to look at the alternatives."
Zip Master is indeed another *excellent* Zip utility. It is included in Essential System Tools, which also includes the wonderful Smart Find and Recycle Bin. The price for all 3 apps (plus a restart utility) is $30 - the same price as RMRZip alone.
E.S.T. can be found here:
http://www.penreader.com/Psion/Essential_System_Tools.html
"I didn't see any applications that require a special installation for the netBook."
That's great news!
"From previous experience the only developers I know of who routinely package separate SIS files are neuon. It might be worth checking for anything you use by them - nConvert & RecycleBin that I could see."
Thanks for that - I've already got the colour version of nC. I'll have to double check but I don't think Essential System Tools (with Recycle Bin) requires a separate download.
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David Lir - \\:>{o>
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Date: 12 Feb 2003 03:03:40 +0000
From: David Lir
Subject: Mink oil (4 Martin)
"Never heard of it here. Is it, erm, taken from Mink (presumably without their consent!)? I guess there are more Mink in Canada than in the UK...! ;-) I'll see if I can find any here anyway - thanks."
I can't say I've ever seen a Mink! :) I should probably point out that though it says 'Mink Oil' on the cover of the tin, it is actually a paste or a thick gel and not a liquid or oil at all. I think that the mink oil is just one of the ingredients and that it is sitting in a base that includes silicone as an ingredient. If you can't find it I'm sure that there are many other products you can use.
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David Lir - \\:>{o>
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Date: 12 Feb 2003 03:03:43 +0000
From: David Lir
Subject: SoundTrans (4 Martin)
"Let me know if you can't find SoundTrans and I'll email you a copy. It's essentially a sound file format converter (EPOC, SIBO, WAV, & GSM formats) - I found it useful for programming."
Please *do* send SoundTrans. I can't seem to locate it anywhere at the moment.
"Like I mentioned, keep an eye on eBay, Loot (do they have that in Canada?), etc. - good luck!"
Took a spin over to Loot.com - seems to be UK only. :(
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David Lir - \\:>{o>
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Date: 12 Feb 2003 03:03:46 +0000
From: David Lir
Subject: Chadis7 (4 Trygve)
> BatCheck
"You need 'Chadis7' instead....(Can't remember where it can bee downloaded)"
Thanks, Trygve! I've just grabbed it.
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David Lir - \\:>{o>
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Date: 12 Feb 2003 03:03:49 +0000
From: David Lir
Subject: Old-fangled, acoustic, classical musician (4 Maria)
"All that said, I'm an old-fangled, acoustic, classical musician"
Acoustic - now that's the best kind - if you ask me! I don't think I've ever actually *heard* Rossini! I'll have to whip over to Amazon to take a *listen*. :)
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David Lir - \\:>{o>
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Date: 12 Feb 2003 03:03:53 +0000
From: David Lir
Subject: Re: Replacement pens (4 Kevin)
"When I lost my original stylus I ordered these seemingly good value coloured plastic replacement pens. Yes, you do get 3 for less than 4 pounds and if you see them, you'll know why they're so inexpensive. I found them truly horrible - they looked very cheap in a silver 5mx, they felt very scratchy to use, they had no feel of quality whatsoever and I was rather worried they may scratch my precious LCD screen."
I wholeheartedly agree, Kevin! I bought a few of these cheap coloured styluses also and, assuming we're talking about the same cheap coloured styluses, I can concur that they are the worst garbage styluses I have ever had the displeasure of using! I also received, unfortunately, PalmTec's screen protectors which have large 'tractor tracks' running through them and are extremely hazy and even dirty looking! I've been using WriteRight's and now CompanionLink protectors for years and have been quite happy with them, and I own *many* styluses, cheap and expensive, as well as having a small collection of styluses from various discarded, sold or drawered handhelds and I never would have thought that such inferior protectors or styluses would or could in all conscience be sold by any well-known reseller. Live and learn.
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David Lir - \\:>{o>
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Date: 12 Feb 2003 03:03:57 +0000
From: David Lir
Subject: Re: Power adaptor (4 Rolf)
"I've got two third-party regulated supplies - a Bandridge which I bought in (and for use in) the UK and a German MW which I bought in the Netherlands. The Bandridge mentions that it's a "Regulated Power Supply" and the MW that it's a "Stabilisiertes Netzgerät".
Thank you, Rolf. I still find myself wondering if a supply is not labeled as regulated that this then means it is not regulated - for sure. No matter, my PalmTec adapter is working fine, I was more curious than anxious - honest! ;)
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David Lir - \\:>{o>
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Date: 12 Feb 2003 03:04:00 +0000
From: David Lir
Subject: Subject: D&G Upgrade (4 Jim)
"The only thing I find fault with with my Mako is battery problem. I don't need more than 16megs because of how I use the machine, the Mako's screen is superb, and it slides into my shirt pocket. It's also much less prone to physical damage.
...
I don't have my pounds to dollars converter handy but I think we're talking almost $300 vs $82.26 plus shipping, which means I can have both Mako's fixed for less than the price of one new 5mx."
Fair enough. I loved my Mako but returned it soon after purchase when the battery started giving off 'warning signs'. My wife still won't let me forget that I never got around to getting the refund on the customs fees! Also, I too thought, when I had the Mako, that I didn't need a machine with a card slot for expansion. Since getting my 5mx and a good sized high speed CF card I've come to realize how wrong *I* was.
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David Lir - \\:>{o>
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Date: 12 Feb 2003 03:04:12 +0000
From: David Lir
Subject: Re: nB: which apps require a separate install? (4 Martin)
"You won't need to install Opera on the nB since it's included free in the OS (v5.14 of Opera, Build 158 of the OS - free download from Psion). So is nFTP if you need an FTP client."
Okey-dokey!
"As the author of VoiceMan5, I'm not sure if you'll use it much on the nB (although it should work fine). The nB doesn't have 'record' buttons on the outside like the 5/mx and so you can't use it as a 'handheld' recorder so easily. Of course you can still record messages for yourself when it's open. I did check to see if the one button which IS on the outside of the machine (the notify button) could be taken over by the program to make it run as a recording device - but the main problem is that it doesn't turn the machine on when pressed which kind've stymies that idea..."
Hey, I forgot that you were responsible for VM5!! Great little app - and free - Thanks for it! You're right - it's just in the list because I typed in everything on my ExtraBars panels. :)
"Personally I'd recommend installing all the apps. from their SIS files anyway (instead of just copying over their install directories). It's good practice and helps the OS track what's going on better anyway."
Yup, that's what I'll do. Won't be getting the nB as soon as I'd hoped as I've just ruled out buying one of those 'Malaybooks' being offered so cheaply. I'll wait to see what's up with the rumoured nB2, and go from there!
"I collected all the zip files I new I'd want on the nB together before I got it, copied them all onto the machine when it arrived and then just used RMRZip to install everying on the machine itself."
Yup. As it is I keep ALL my install files on the CF already. I'd do the same for the nB.
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David Lir - \\:>{o>
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Date: 12 Feb 2003 05:54:29 +0000
From: Andrew Morphett
Subject: GPRS with S7 and Nokia 8310
My problem connecting via GPRS is solved :)
Mike McC answered my call for help in the newsgroup. The problem was with the file IRDA.prt that was added with the Mobile Connectivity Update 2.0. Deleted that file and worked straight away with the settings I had entered (using the info on Mike's site and my mobile providers settings).
Many thanks Mike.
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Date: 12 Feb 2003 06:49:36 +0000
From: Peter Rand
Subject: Sad about Series 7...
For a number of years I've been using my Series 7 as a desktop computer at home. With nConvert, it's been easy to convert incoming/outgoing mails from/to MS-Office format, which is essential for my work.
Lately I've increasingly been getting mails with attachments that the Series 7 can't handle: PowerPoint slides and huge Word documents with embedded charts and graphs. Does anybody know any tricks for converting files in difficult formats to a more Psion-friendly format? How do you deal with attachments that the Psion can't handle?
I have no choice but to deal with these files on a desktop computer (since I have to preserve the original formatting), which means at some point, as much as I enjoy the Series 7, I will probably have to abandon it for a different platform which can handle these various kinds of attachments. (At this point the most interesting replacement candidate is the new keyboard-based Sharp Zaurus SL-C700. There's a review of it by Jeffery Friedman at www.the-gadgeteer.com.)
Thanks,
Peter
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Date: 12 Feb 2003 06:49:41 +0000
From: Peter Rand
Subject: XJmail Review/saving space
From: andy.ahern
Subject: XJmail Review
".... It should be noted that the Japanese font is compulsory, even if you (like myself) have no use for it. It takes up 461K of space which may be an issue for Revo / Mako users who do not have access to a CF card."
Here's a useful trick: if you would like to save 460K of space, delete the Japanese font file in 'System/jfonts', and create a new text file and name it 'jiskan.gdr'.
Make sure 'jiskan.gdr' is located in the folder 'System/jfonts'. If you don't need to read Japanese, you'll never know the difference, and save a lot of space to boot. Works for me.
Peter Rand
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Date: 12 Feb 2003 08:20:10 +0000
From: U Hornstein
Subject: Re: D&G Upgrade, Wired LAN, SMTP, Answering the digest, Faxing, netBook DIMM,
On 10 Feb 2003 16:36:09 +0000 wrote: (>)
> no offence, but I'm inclined to agree with Ulrich when he
> suggests that it would be better if answers to the Digest
> were not "digest responding to many postings. Maybe your
> way of answering is comfortable for you and simplifies the
> handling to some extent for the Digest team, but I think that
> the focus should be on the digest reader out there and the
> ease with which he can digest.
Thanks, Jan, for this remark, especialy for the last sentence ;-). I already thought I am solely thinking about odds and ends.
--
With greetings from Germany
Ulrich Hornstein
sent by MC218 (EPOC palmtop)
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Date: 12 Feb 2003 08:30:23 +0000
From: "Ian Chapple"
Subject: Re: Mako and 5mx on the same PC
Chris wrote:
>> I got my wife a Mako on eBay. As she starts to use it, I would like to back it up on my PC. I do not want to mess up the way my 5mx is working now, however. Do I need to use the Mako CD to install that version of PsiWin or is there something I need to do to use what I have for the 5mx without mixing things up? I am sure there are gear collectors out there who have done this as many ways as it can be done. . . . I would appreciate your suggestions.<<
When you first connect the mako to the PC, PsiWin should ask you for a name for it; this name will be used in the path where the backups are to be stored, so should not interfere with your existing 5mx backup. I use a single copy of PsiWin to backup both a 5mx and a 7 without any problems.
Hope that puts your mind at rest, Ian.
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Date: 12 Feb 2003 08:30:28 +0000
From: "Ian Chapple"
Subject: Re: This "US phones in Europe" thing
>> I don't read messages partially. It's simply that the price subsidy is the carrot and the operator lock the stick. It doesn't make sense to operator lock phones when the lock can be removed for free. The whole lock/unlock thing is an administrative hassle T-mobile can do without. It also makes T-mobile vulnerable to tariff changes by its competitors and by
unscrupulous people selling the the phone at a profit, leaving T-mobile
with an uncollectable debt. I therefore have some doubts about the
unlocking being truly free. <<
Rolf,
most providers will unlock a phone for free after the first year - within the first year there's a charge, which decreases per month until there's
no charge after 12 months. It's quite possible that T-mobile will unlock a phone for free, but only after the 12 months have passed...
Cheers, Ian.
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Date: 12 Feb 2003 08:37:22 +0000
From: "Ian Chapple"
Subject: Sending e-mail from a Psion
Following on from my previous thread concerning sending e-mails using a Psion, my attempts to send from freeler, trying the various tricks mentioned have proved unsuccessful. Is anybody aware of a free/cheap internet provider in Holland via which it is straightforward to send e-mails from a Psion?
Cheers, Ian.
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Date: 12 Feb 2003 09:28:04 +0000
From: Itamar
Subject: XJMAIL
Answer to: Andy & Peter (thanks for the tip)
Thanks for the review. I understand that this program will allow to use ISP's with "SMTP authentication". However, you also wrote that the program does not look as "slick" as the Psion email program. The obvious question in _my_ mind is, if you don't need the SMTP authentication, what is the advantage of using XJMAIL above the Psion program ? What does it do more ? Will it allow to have two emails open and toggle between them (original email and answer for example) ?
Best regards,
Itamar Engelsman
London, UK
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Date: 12 Feb 2003 09:55:39 +0000
From: "Pedro Gil"
Subject: cheap revo
Does anybody have a cheap, cheap CHEAP revo (just the unit itself, no
docking station, no power adaptor no software) for sale?
No problems if it´s scratched, just as long as it works.
Pedro Gil
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Date: 12 Feb 2003 11:40:09 +0000
From: Daniele Squarci
Subject: Re: GPRS with S7 and Nokia 8310
Reply to: Andrew
>>Error on S7, after it seems to make the IR connection but it doesn't try to connect to GPRS service, is;
Program : EtelServer
Reason Code: USER
Reason Number: 23<<
I had that same error when I was trying out GPRS with my Mako. I'm not sure what causes it, but a soft reset gets rid of the problem.
Daniele Squarci
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Date: 12 Feb 2003 14:12:48 +0000
From: <tobybutler
Subject: spare parts
Has anyone out there got a broken 5mx or MC218 that might have a working screen? My screen has just failed and I would happily pay for a 'spares' machine if anyone wants to get rid of one.
I also have some revo pointers for sale if anyone needs one.
Cheers
t
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Date: 12 Feb 2003 14:39:38 +0000
From: Itamar Engelsman
Subject: Embeddes SHEET, GPRS, FreeNote,
Answer to: Steve Hodgson
Re.: Embeddes SHEET - That was me giving the wrong information <G>. It is however indeed strange how deep this possibility is embedded in the system and that you can't just choose it from the menu.
Answer to: T Thurston
Re. GPRS - You don't write in which country you live and who your ISP is. If SMTP authentication is your problem, did you follow the discussion about XJMAIL ?
Answer to: Philip Bister
Re. FreeNote - I checked your website but cannot find it there. Did you change already the size of the notes or not yet ?
Answer to: Kevin Thorne
Re. 9210 users - I will not keep you in suspence any longer <G>, 8 out of 312 (!) sofar processed.
Best regards,
Itamar Engelsman
London, UK
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Date: 12 Feb 2003 17:54:43 +0000
From: U Hornstein
Subject: Book for Morse-Enthusiasts
Hi Psionic Morse Enthusiasts,
Owen Morgan was developing a Morse Macro recently. This has inspired and woken up my old Morse knowledge and interest. I digged out an electronic book called "The Art and Skill of radio Telegraphy" from William Pierpont. A great book on how to learn the art of CW Radio Telegraphy, and about it's history. I converted it into a Psion TomeRaider file. If you want to learn Morse, don't miss it.
Those interested may download it from
http://home.t-online.de/home/u.hornstein/ps.htm
--
With greetings from Germany
Ulrich Hornstein
sent by MC218 (EPOC palmtop)
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Date: 12 Feb 2003 19:15:13 +0000
From: WINTERWOLFSOUL
Subject: Striking through entries on To Do list on 5MX
Hi,
This is my first attempt at sending to the digest so I hope I manage OK.
I have had my 5 a few months now, after not getting on with a palm type pda, and am soon getting a 7book. Sorry if this question sounds daft but I read somewhere that you can strike through to do list items when they are completed but you want to keep them showing on list.
However I cannot work out how to do this and it is annoying me, is there a way and what do I have to do please anyone? I have looked at all the settings etc under the To Do list menu but nothing makes sense?
Many thanks
Elaine
Many Reiki Blessings
Elaine J Smith
Independent Reiki Master
Reiki Fusion/RADAR
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