On Dec 7, 10:39*am, GK wrote:
Will the DB-9 port provide power to the PDA?

- Yes and no. The power source from C302 is problematic, especially
when the battery on your PDA is charging. I have seen my C302 freezing
and working erratically under those circumstances. It’s better if you
provide the power via the power converter directly from your glider's
battery.


GK

I have heard this same message on several occasions about the 302 not
being able to supply enough power to a PDA with a low battery and then
causing issues. This is not my experience. I am using a 302 with a
HP2215 that at times has a totally flat battery when I plug it into
the cradle (and the 302's RS-232 connector) at the field. I have
never had an issue. Might this have to do with the vintage of the
302? Mine is about 6 years old without the USB connector.

BTW: I store everything on a CF or SD card in the HP2215 so I don't
keep it plugged in and don't care if the PDA looses its memory
contents or not. Its a better way to go IMHO.