Hello Brett and list: I am not able to answer your first question as this is a product management issue. However, I will deal with the second question.
The reason why the audio level is lower with earphones is that the audio amplifier reduces power output when earphones are detected. As this is a feature of the audio chip we use, we have no control on the amount of audio reduction. Now, the audio amplifier itself is a stereo amplifier. One channel is used for the speaker output and the other is used for the earphone output. However, having said that, there would need to be a design change and a lot of work done to implement stereo functionality since the CPU is also connected with the BrailleNote's functionality. Regards, Dean Jackson Customer/Technical Analyst Pulse Data International Ltd. DDI: +64 3 373 6184 Fax: +64-3-384 4933 Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Internet: www.pulsedata.com __________________________ ----- Original Message ----- From: "Richard Ring" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Braillenote List" <[email protected]> Sent: Wednesday, July 28, 2004 4:46 AM Subject: RE: [Braillenote] STEREO: CAN IT BE IMPLEMENTED?? I would also like these answers. -----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Brett Winchester Sent: Tuesday, July 27, 2004 11:49 AM To: [email protected] Subject: RE: [Braillenote] STEREO: CAN IT BE IMPLEMENTED?? While we are talking about stereo I still would like a question as to why we have a stereo plug which will not work with a mono earphone. I have several stereo and non stereo appliances at home which will work fine with either plug and do not mind which. Also , why is it necessary to increase the volume on the earphones to such high level in order to have useable volume. On removal of the earphones either planned or not the speaker volume is obnoxiously loud. Again Other appliances do not exhibit this problem from the cheep $2.00 radio to the $5000 stereo. thank you! BRETT K WINCHESTER PM KD7JN VOLUNTEER & READING SERVICES MANAGER [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.icbvi.state.id.us/brochure/RADIO.HTM Member IAAIS International Association of Audio Information Services IDAHO COMMISSION f/t BLIND & VISUALLY IMPAIRED - ICBVI P O BOX 83720, 341 W WASHINGTON, BOISE IDAHO 83720-0012 208-334-3220 ext 104 +7=voice mail after hours, Fax 208-334-2963 >>> [EMAIL PROTECTED] 07/27/04 09:24AM >>> Yes. The Braillenote does not currently support stereo sound. I don't believe that can be changed without changing the sound chip that is currently being used. However, perhaps someone from PDI can address this one more thoroughly. -----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Victory Associates LTD, Inc. Sent: Tuesday, July 27, 2004 10:22 AM To: Braillenote List Subject: [Braillenote] STEREO: CAN IT BE IMPLEMENTED?? Hello Everyone: When I listen to MP3 files on my BrailleNote, it is monaural. Is there a reason why I can't get stereo sounds coming through te headset? Sincerely, Olusegun ___ To leave the BrailleNote list, send a blank message to [EMAIL PROTECTED] To view the list archives or change your preferences, visit http://list.pulsedata.com/mailman/listinfo/braillenote ___ To leave the BrailleNote list, send a blank message to [EMAIL PROTECTED] To view the list archives or change your preferences, visit http://list.pulsedata.com/mailman/listinfo/braillenote ___ To leave the BrailleNote list, send a blank message to [EMAIL PROTECTED] To view the list archives or change your preferences, visit http://list.pulsedata.com/mailman/listinfo/braillenote ___ To leave the BrailleNote list, send a blank message to [EMAIL PROTECTED] To view the list archives or change your preferences, visit http://list.pulsedata.com/mailman/listinfo/braillenote
