> >>I know from experience that I can perform a hotsync while the Minstrel S
> >>is inserted in the Visor, but if I hook a DeLorme GPS unit up to the
> >>serial port, I can't get the Minstrel to give up it's hold on the port
> >>even if powered off. Once I remove the modem, I can see the GPS
> >>sentences. Anyone know how to do this programmatically?
> >
> >I'd guess a Background port or lock of some sort is being maintained on
> >the serial port in a dormant state while the Minstrel is inserted.
>
> That is exactly what happens. Frankly, I'm very dissapointed with the
> Minstrel Springboard code. It was just a blind patch of serial io to the
> Springboard not taking advantage of the functionality of the bus. So much
> more could have been done if they memory mapped the io.
>
Yes - that is true. The Minstrel product was based on the old Expedite
product line which was adapted to the Palm hardware. Limitations in this
original product as well as a fast development time line along with
development budget restraints did not allow the implementation to be as nice
as we would like it. "Insider info" indicates that a new product is in
development to replace the Minstrel series - may be it will be better at
using palm resources.
PS: We have Minstrel S, V and III modems at 30% off retail (that comes to
$259 each) while supplies last - no activation required!! They are brand
new direct from Novatel. AT&T and Verizon activations available. Call
800-645-2962 or [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Gary Gorsline
Easy Business Software
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