Registered: Nov 1999
Location: New Hampshire
Posts: 195

I've kept my 8 meg module in my IVX constantly now for 2 months. Ever since installing it my actual runtime on the batteries has come from 14 - 18 hours to 5 - 9! That's quite a drain! Has anyone else experienced the same thing?

Registered: Apr 2000
Location: Inglewood, CA, USA
Posts: 390

Nope. I usually keep a 8mb module in my Visor (except while backing up using Backup Module, or a modem) and I'm still getting about 20 hours runtime.

The few times I got about 10 hours runtime, was when I was using the MODEM a lot. That thing sucks! (batteries )

Registered: Oct 1999
Location:
Posts: 231

I've often wondered if there is a drain on batteries when modules are in the slot and they're not being used. Can anyone offer any insight?

Registered: May 2000
Location:
Posts: 23

Handspring technical support told me that the 8mb module draws battery power when left in the Visor all the time. I use my GDX alot and I usually get about 7 to 8 days of battery life, with the module in all the time.

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Registered: Oct 1999
Location:
Posts: 187

There is a .02v difference in the battery indicator between having the module in and out. The drain is there, but I rotate my NiMH batteries every week, so I don't really notice the difference too much