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Hi, As an additional note about buying the HB from Hong Kong, be on the lookout for wire fees or bank draft fees. I have just purchased an HB and the price is indeed good, but I also had to pay a $12-$20 fee for getting the funds to Hong Kong. The (...) (27 years ago, 7-Aug-97, to lugnet.robotics.handyboard)
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| | Re: 3v motors
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With the modification mentioned in the the FAQ, can you power 3V motor at 3V with external power? The FAQ mentions external 6-36V and L293D spec sheet says that the minimum Vs is Vss (which has a minimum 4.5V). The modification doesn't change Vss, (...) (27 years ago, 7-Aug-97, to lugnet.robotics.handyboard)
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| | Re: Obtaining the Handyboard in the UK
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(...) I too talked to Customs and they are typically confused and confusing about import tariffs and such. I was told that the limit was £19 for what that is worth. I would probably just order the damn thing and see what happens. Tax probably won't (...) (27 years ago, 7-Aug-97, to lugnet.robotics.handyboard)
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| | Re: 3v motors
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If you try to regualte the voltage to 3V You will still loose the extra power as in using a resistor. You lose it in the form of heat to be specific. Using a regulator will give you the 3V you need at continuous output. I'm not sure how voltage (...) (27 years ago, 7-Aug-97, to lugnet.robotics.handyboard)
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Does anyone know if the hb LCD is classed as reflective or transflective.If it is reflective is there a transflective counterpart(i.e. one that can be backlit)? Thank you, Joe Martin Email:joema@mpx.com.au (27 years ago, 7-Aug-97, to lugnet.robotics.handyboard)
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