hey ;)
>
> It's possible to buy dummy AA size batteries (for use in certain battery
> rechargers) which just contain wire between the +ve and -ve terminals. One
> of these could be easily modified to act as an external power input for an
> Omnigo (combined with another dummy battery). It wouldn't be hugely convenient
> since using it would require battery removal but it's safer than ripping the
> Omnigo apart to solder extra power inputs on! The dummy batteries are
> available from Maplin electronics in the UK for about 70p each.
I personally use a much simpler solution, I have a 120volt to 3volt converter
and aligator clips, and I simply plug in the 120v-3v converter, and hook the
+ and - alligator clips up to the battery terminals.
(i got the idea from the OG FAQ)
>
> Alternatively, does anyone know if it's possible to supply power via the
> PCMCIA port (which presumably has power supply pins on it to drive the card)?
> If it is then a combined memory/modem/power input card would be a superb
> add on for the Omnigo.
that it would.
>
> Asher.
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