Just as an FYI, it _is_ possible and seems safe enough to reflash on top of Adam's Software install. Just follow the normal instructions for OpenZipit as if...
Well, call me fickle. I sorta decided to switch _back_ to adam's firmware. so i'm following the instructions (this is my second time doinh this) and it seems...
I was wondering if anybody's tried to use a newer kernel? Perhaps v2.4.27-vrs1 from http://www.arm.linux.org.uk/developer/v2.4/ ? I personally have tried...
You have run into the last remaining issue to full replacement of the Zipit's system software. Although Zipit/Aeronix made most of it's GPL sources availiable...
Hello, I am looking to buy ZipIt for my house temperature monitoring project. Having LCD and a keyboard is great. It would be nice to download data using the...
In message: <ds50u7+ods9@eGroups.com> ... The TX for the second serial port isn't really available. ... If linux is running, that's not needed. Warner...
It does not come with one, but you can always add one to the i2c bus. There are plenty of linux supported i2c RTC chips, including some from maxim/dallas. ...
and I wanted to know if I can use the zipit device and still flash it down the road? I am new to this list so I am watching what's going on. Anyone able to use...
... Once you use your ZipIt as it was intended, you'll proably have crack it open and wire (solder) up the serial port ("3-wire mod") to load a new firmware. ...
... it down the road? ... Isn't this a fairly simple matter of making the burn utility's fake webserver pretend to have an even newer version? (like 2.99)...
Hi All, I've just bought a zipit with the intention of flashing hacked firmware on it. However I think I might have killed it. Basically I plugged in a 6 volt...
... Funny that you mention that. I attempted the LCD backlight mod. I attached the backlight, tried to solder the EL connectors to the battery, and then when...
In message: <dt589m+ulo5@eGroups.com> ... Not that I've discovered. However, you might not be totally hozed. Take a day off and try again. I've had some...
... Normally when you plug it in none of the leds come on. Hold the power button (the little guy on the side under the leds) for 3-4 seconds then let go. ...
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I have a zipit on the way. I'm somewhat confused as to how I should proceed. It would seem that if I just power it up and connect it to my home wifi network,...
... I would be willing to consider it. My son and I used to have a side business where we repaired police mobile computers. This would be right up that alley....
Hello from Gregg C Levine To be honest, I can't offer any advice on your current problem. However I can advise you that regarding getting a Zipit rather ...
... It is too bad that the folks at Aeronix didn't forsee what a cool little toy this could have been. If they had only added a simple FPC connector, or spot...
... Basically, yes. A single internet connection, allow the network reflash, and no software-only OpenZipit for you. I bought a Zipit on ebay recently that was...
... IIRC, OpenZipit comes with the zipit app still on the image. You can remove it or keep it as you like, but i remember having trouble exiting the zipit app...
fellas, i was charging my zipit and i accidently used a phone charger instead that fit inside the hole. now it doesnt even turn on. can somebody give me some...
Hey all, Just got my Zipit for $25 off of Ebay. There's a few liquidators out there if you guys are looking for cheap ones. Anyway, I just got this thing to...
... From what I've read so far, it seems like, given the limited space on the device, that most of the OpenZipit guys use it as a portable wireless device with...
... Interesting thing is that the ZipIt uses a processor that has an MMU. This would mean it could run a full version of Linux. 16Meg of RAM is pretty beefy!...
... for ... and GND. ... SD card. ... Now we're talking! What do I need to get in? SD and mini-usb? Way cool. I'll even send you some cash for your efforts.. ...