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eMate 300
Got it and know nothing about them other than its missing cord and battery.
I think the eMate is one the most unique devices ever made by Apple. No trackpad, have to use the touch screen, runs Newton OS, and the screen folds flat. Also, it has a tri-pod mount on the bottom. Its a very odd device.
Congratulations.
I was trying to get one last week, but it was not in good condition.
I was trying to get one last week, but it was not in good condition.
The first thing to look for is whether it has upgraded memory -- are there two cards or only one under the battery cover? One of the ram expansion cards is probably worth $50-75, so take a peek.
Then you'll need a power supply, which it is wise to get right as the machine is easily fried. The manual will be useful to read, too, as the OS is very distinctive, and Raskinesque in its task-orientation.
There is not much on 68kmla on the Newton that is terribly worth pursuing, truth be told, though I and a few others make an effort. The best fodder is on the wider web, which you'll find easily enough. As a starting place, however, unna.org is the best place to go for software (not all of which you can use without unobtanium registration codes, by the way, but some of it you can); you'll find that the eMate manual is there, too, along with an image of the CD that came with the machine, etc. etc.
It is possible to network the thing to an OSX box, but as we generally have no shortage of old machines, I recommend the original Newton Connection Utilities when the time comes, along with Word 6 or later, or ClarisWorks, for uploading NewtonWorks documents (you'll be surprised how well even sketches are preserved), and Claris Organizer 2 for the Calendar, Names, etc. It all works seamlessly.
Then you'll need a power supply, which it is wise to get right as the machine is easily fried. The manual will be useful to read, too, as the OS is very distinctive, and Raskinesque in its task-orientation.
There is not much on 68kmla on the Newton that is terribly worth pursuing, truth be told, though I and a few others make an effort. The best fodder is on the wider web, which you'll find easily enough. As a starting place, however, unna.org is the best place to go for software (not all of which you can use without unobtanium registration codes, by the way, but some of it you can); you'll find that the eMate manual is there, too, along with an image of the CD that came with the machine, etc. etc.
It is possible to network the thing to an OSX box, but as we generally have no shortage of old machines, I recommend the original Newton Connection Utilities when the time comes, along with Word 6 or later, or ClarisWorks, for uploading NewtonWorks documents (you'll be surprised how well even sketches are preserved), and Claris Organizer 2 for the Calendar, Names, etc. It all works seamlessly.
Make SURE the screen hinges on the eMate are okay :O
If they feel stiff (and even if they don't) there is a good chance that opening and closing the screen can result in a loud crack sound, followed by one of the hinge springs puncturing the screen ribbon cable.
This happened to me as well.
If they feel stiff (and even if they don't) there is a good chance that opening and closing the screen can result in a loud crack sound, followed by one of the hinge springs puncturing the screen ribbon cable.
This happened to me as well.
Ther is no ram upgrade as I looked there when looking for a battery. I have to find a power supply and battery I guess and ill go from there. The hinges hold when placed but they move smooth as silk. It has its stylus but looks like the end is snapped off. It looks really neat so I will look for parts and give it a go. Does it need the extra ram just for more programs and such?
All right at least your hinges seem okay then 
There better than on any laptop I have. I read that the screens and back lights have issues . The guy who gave it to me said they were in good shape. Now just need power and away I go.
The eMate I bought and it had a power supply from Radio Shack. One of those where you can pick the voltage and tip. Works great for it!
is positive on the center then?
If you mean the power adapter, I will try and get the numbers later. Radio Shack may still sell them.
I know the voltage and amperage from the bottom of the emate but cant find if the center is positive or negative.
I have the original power adapter so once i get home in a few hours i can measure it for you
EDIT: http://www.splorp.com/newton/faq/newton-faq-hardware.html#IIB7
This might also be of help, the graphic shows the pin as the positive and the shield as the negative.
EDIT: http://www.splorp.com/newton/faq/newton-faq-hardware.html#IIB7
This might also be of help, the graphic shows the pin as the positive and the shield as the negative.
I found one that fits, 7.5 volts at 1 amp. I dont have a battery and it wont turn on so I may be doing something wrong I guess or it just looks so nice but its got issues.
Newtons commonly need a soft reset when all power has been withdrawn and they have been left for a while. A soft reset works without wiping anything, whereas a hard reset - which you don't want at this stage - is intended to return to factory defaults, so is useful if the soft reset fails, or if the machine is full of stuff you don't want, or whatever.
Touch the tiny recessed button on the bottom with a pen/ paperclip briefly and see if it boots. It takes a few secs to begin.
Touch the tiny recessed button on the bottom with a pen/ paperclip briefly and see if it boots. It takes a few secs to begin.
You want me to try mine without battery in it and only the power adapter?
previous owner emailed me and said it worked without, so its either my power supply or the unit. Guess ill go to radio shack and see if i can get a new universal. mine is years old, reads proper voltage but not sure on the amperage so.....
Jup it should work. Plugged mine in without the battery and it showed a green light instantly, then it should turn orange and you should hear the eMate 'bong'.
Really hope you get it working!
Really hope you get it working!
Me too Ike and thank you for the help! and positive thoughts.
If you are in touch, it is worth asking the previous owner if an internal memory expansion card had been installed before sale. It would need a hard reset if that were ever removed. I can't quite remember the details but the system is effectively rebuilt for the wider data path when the card is installed, and if withdrawn, well, it needs rebuilt again.
No memory card was installed. My power supply doesnt even turn the light on so I will get a new one. I have nothing else to test this power supply on as the hole is smaller than a powerbook 100 series.
"I have the original power adapter so once i get home in a few hours i can measure it for you
EDIT: http://www.splorp.com/newton/faq/newton ... .html#IIB7
This might also be of help, the graphic shows the pin as the positive and the shield as the negative."
This does not list the emate 300 and the previous emates say 5 volt but 7.5 will work. It does help determine that the positive is center tho. Thank you.
EDIT: http://www.splorp.com/newton/faq/newton ... .html#IIB7
This might also be of help, the graphic shows the pin as the positive and the shield as the negative."
This does not list the emate 300 and the previous emates say 5 volt but 7.5 will work. It does help determine that the positive is center tho. Thank you.
Please, be sure and only ever use a regulated power supply on your eMate. They are very sensitive to over-volting.
That's what I just bought. I think the end I had the center did not touch so I bought an after market with more ends, well see if that does the trick.
The one I have with my eMate says "Newton Power Adapter" Model H1300 and is rated at 7.0V, 0.5A. Positive center pole.
Ok after a new power plug, and no go. I took it apart, not too tough. Sure enough there is one electrolyte capacitor on the "top" of the board. Pulled a new one out replaced and whamo plug in and turns on lickity split. All are tants now with replacement. It's a nice bright screen with backlight. I haven't figured out the drawing and such but its very nice.
Good job!
i wonder what is the origin of this saying?
Yeah that was why I want one, great for the kid, much less expensive then an ipad.
over all i think they are very cool!
Hah! great news you got it working. Also very helpful info on the Cap... have to keep that one in mind if i ever come across someone who has a failing eMate.
Just for the sake of completeness:
My power adapter is a:
Newton 9W Power Adapter
Input: 100-240V AC 0.5A 50-60Hz
Output: 7.5V DC 1.2A
Pin is positive as marked on the adapter (stupid i did not notice it before
!)
It has a screw detacheable plug (as with the newer apple duckheads)
and a nice cable coming out from the side of the adapter (love that unique look )
Just for the sake of completeness:
My power adapter is a:
Newton 9W Power Adapter
Input: 100-240V AC 0.5A 50-60Hz
Output: 7.5V DC 1.2A
Pin is positive as marked on the adapter (stupid i did not notice it before
!)It has a screw detacheable plug (as with the newer apple duckheads)
and a nice cable coming out from the side of the adapter (love that unique look
)
IThe drawing isnt that simple or I am missing something. I use the pencil tool to draw and as soon as I lift the stylus up it disappears. It doesnt dissappear for any other tool. I just woke up so I am sure I am missing something simple but its realy weird.
You must have selected the icon that looks like an arrow?
The one with the curvy line is the real pencil tool
Have a nice day! Since it's 00:13 here i'm going to get some sleep
The one with the curvy line is the real pencil tool
Have a nice day! Since it's 00:13 here i'm going to get some sleep