Re: Repairing mind machines
Hello!
I assume you don't have the AC adapter for your Proteus? If so, try that and see if it powers on. That would tell you if the problem is a battery or connection issue at least.
You're welcome to send the devices to MindPlace for evaluation, there's no charge. However, since neither of those products are made anymore, if they can't be repaired, you would likely have to purchase a new or refurbished product to replace them. Like a Procyon or Limina.
Another option would be to look on eBay for a deal on a used device. Just make sure they guarantee that it's in working condition.
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Sorry to be so late in replying to your helpful post. I've never had an AC adaptor for the Proteus. Does it need to be an adaptor specific to Proteus or would a standard item of the correct voltage and ampage be OK? And where on the Proteus would in connect?
Re: Repairing mind machines
You can use a universal if you can't find the exact one. See here for details:
http://mindplacesupport.com/forum/showthread.php?371-Proteus-AC-Adapter
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Thank you for the link on the adapter parameters. Now I know I have to look for an adapter with 7.5V and 200mA.
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kennystone
Thank you for the link on the adapter parameters. Now I know I have to look for an adapter with 7.5V and 200mA.
As far as I know such an adapter is rare.
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Alexsandro111
As far as I know such an adapter is rare.
Not sure why you'd say that. You can get a universal adapter anywhere, and they're cheap.
eg: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=dc+7.5v+adapter
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Thanks for the info, I wonder how reliable voltage switch adapters are. I honestly didn't have much confidence in them before.
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Alexsandro111
Thanks for the info, I wonder how reliable voltage switch adapters are. I honestly didn't have much confidence in them before.
Like anything, I'm sure there's good ones and bad ones. Check reviews and don't buy the cheapest one you can find! (If it's priced too low, there's a reason for that!)
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Ok, thanks for the recommendation!