Looking for freelance web designer
Hiya Muggers, Our company - active in film and television and based in Fremantle - is looking to do a long overdue overhaul of its website and we're looking for a creative, talented web designer - preferably with Flash experience - to do the job for us. An appropriate fee for the job will be negotiated. Please contact me off list if you are interested or would like to recommend someone for the job. We're hoping to get this sorted by the end of next week. A key requirement is that the new design supports the simple updating of site information by us, in-house. And yeswe're all mac users. Thanks in advance! Greg -- The WA Macintosh User Group Mailing List -- Archives - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/archives.shtml Guidelines - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/guidelines.shtml Unsubscribe - mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Suitable software for interactive chart/work flows?
Hi all, I'm seeking to identify suitable software that would allow me to construct an interactive process/flow chart for the purposes of tracking a project from inception to conclusion. By interactive, I mean that users can indicate in the program, where they are at with the particular project in question and such interaction triggers automatic responses - such as new fields and pathways. Interactivity could range from radio buttons to text fields. In our company, each project we do has a series of distinct stages, with their own set of tasks that need to be considered and completed. I'm hoping to put together a kind of project 'roadmap' that allows staff to keep track of where things are at, and that helps them to remember to do certain tasks at certain stages. Any suggestions for OSX software that could capably handle this kind of need? Thanks for any ideas! Greg -- The WA Macintosh User Group Mailing List -- Archives - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/archives.shtml Guidelines - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/guidelines.shtml Unsubscribe - mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Free for pickup - Epson Stylus CX3500 multifunction printer
Hi there WAMuggers, If anyone would like this printer, for a pickup in Willetton, please holler. It has no cartridges installed in it, and I am not sure if it's worthwhile installing cartridges as I removed them to flush blocked nozzles - which I did - but opted to buy another printer when I considered the cost of three replacement cartridges (crazy technology). So, I never got around to finding out if my rescue operation was successful. So, I would not recommend anyone attempting to resurrect this unit as a printer. However, it works fine as a scanner and if anyone is interested in it for its spare parts, then you're welcome to it. Failing that, is there a place that will accept retired printers for recycling? Cheers, Greg -- The WA Macintosh User Group Mailing List -- Archives - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/archives.shtml Guidelines - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/guidelines.shtml Unsubscribe - mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Replacement for G3 Powerbook adapter
Hiya Muggers...Happy New Year! Does anyone know if this unit being sold on EBAY will replace my faulty power adapter? http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=180172712819ssPageNam e=MERCOSI_VI_ROSI_PR4_PCN_BIX_Storesrefitem=180198946068itemcount=4refwid getloc=closed_view_itemrefwidgettype=osi_widget All of the specs for this adapter seem to match: AC input is OK Output is OK (24V, 1.875A) It's 45W. My only query relates to the mini plug. The ad states: OUTPUT CONNECTOR: 7.7 mm X 2.5 mm (Mini Head) Will that plug into my Powerbook? I have a G3 Wallstreet (233MHz), with yoyo adapter ( Model M7332 ). Thanks for any advice! Greg From: Rod Blitvich [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Mon, 31 Dec 2007 08:48:15 +0900 To: WAMUG Mailing List wamug@wamug.org.au Subject: Re: IDVD Themes missing Yes Ronnie iMovie HD now has themes working. I did a reinstall of that too. Cheers Rod on 31/12/07 8:02 AM, Ronda Brown at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Thanks for posting this solution to the list Rod. Have you got iMovie installed and working correctly now also? Cheers, Ronni On 30/12/2007, at 8:12 AM, Rod Blitvich wrote: Thanks Ronni It took a while but this support doc helped, plus running software update. Cheers Rod Close iDVD and update to iDVD '08 (7.0.1). If the issue persists, follow the steps below and keep your iLife '08 installation disc nearby. Erase the following folders from your hard drive: /Library/Application Support/iDVD/Themes/iDVD 1 /Library/Application Support/iDVD/Themes/iDVD 2 /Library/Application Support/iDVD/Themes/iDVD 3 /Library/Application Support/iDVD/Themes/iDVD 4 Erase the following folder from your home directory: ~/Library/Application Support/iDVD/Installed Themes ~/Library/Caches/com.apple.idvd Note: The tilde (~) represents your home directory. Reopen iDVD '08, create a new project and wait for the Updating themes progress bar to complete before quitting the application again. You only need to do this once. To Reinstall Themes 1-4: Insert the iLife '08 installation disc. Open the iLife '08 installer package. In the Installation Type window, select Customize. Expand the iDVD checkbox and make sure iDVD Extra Content is selected. Deselect all other checkboxes and proceed with the installation. or Open iDVD '08 and open a project. Click Themes. From the Themes drop-down menu, choose Old Themes. Select any of the faded-out theme thumbnails. Follow the onscreen instructions to install all of the themes originally erased by using Software Update or the iLife '08 installation disc. on 29/12/07 9:11 PM, Ronda Brown at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On 29/12/2007, at 6:32 PM, Rod Blitvich wrote: I had a horror Leopard install a few weeks ago and it took several hours for a tech to fix. Everything was ok, but today when I tried to run iDVD I got the following message: no themes installed Quit iDVD and install again or click ³Look for themes² and locate the themes folder. I tried to reinstall but it didn¹t fix the problem. Please can anyone suggest where I can search to find the themes? Ps I think iMovie has the same problem Hi Rod, iLife doesn't automatically install with Leopard. iDVD 6.0.4 and iDVD 7.0.1 are compatible with Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard. Upgrading to iDVD 6.0.4 or iDVD 7.0.1 should enable you to run iDVD on Leopard. http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=306062 iDVD 6.0.4 was released just after Leopard: http://www.apple.com/support/downloads/idvd604.html Cheers, Ronni -- The WA Macintosh User Group Mailing List -- Archives - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/archives.shtml Guidelines - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/guidelines.shtml Unsubscribe - mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] -- Rod Blitvich - Amy Sam¹s Dad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0409 681 256 [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://web.mac.com/blitto The day Microsoft makes something that doesn't suck is probably the day they start making vacuum cleaners -- The WA Macintosh User Group Mailing List -- Archives - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/archives.shtml Guidelines - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/guidelines.shtml Unsubscribe - mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] -- The WA Macintosh User Group Mailing List -- Archives - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/archives.shtml Guidelines - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/guidelines.shtml Unsubscribe - mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Using an external hard disk with iMovie
Hiya Muggers... Anyone out there able to advise on the pros and cons of using an external HD for storing and editing video footage using iMovie? I'd like to buy a disk but don't know (for example) whether to get a firewire or USB 2.0 drive. Also, is it best to transfer the iMovie software over to the same disk? If so, what is the best way to do this? Thanks in advance for advice! Best regards, Greg -- The WA Macintosh User Group Mailing List -- Archives - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/archives.shtml Guidelines - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/guidelines.shtml Unsubscribe - mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Wanted: G3 Powerbook adapter
Hi everyone, Has anyone got a G3 Powerbook adapter - the circular ones - available surplus to requirements or for sale? My adapter has a short and needs to be replaced. Thanks! greg -- The WA Macintosh User Group Mailing List -- Archives - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/archives.shtml Guidelines - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/guidelines.shtml Unsubscribe - mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: power supply repair to G3 Powerbook
Hi folks, I wonder if anyone can recommend a repair service for G3 Powerbook that has a loose connection in the power plug? I only get power to the laptop if I jiggle the plug in a certain way and apply a bit of pressure. I'm pretty sure the problem is with the laptop and not the adapter. Suggestions welcome - thanks! Greg -- The WA Macintosh User Group Mailing List -- Archives - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/archives.shtml Guidelines - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/guidelines.shtml Unsubscribe - mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Epson printer troubles
Hello everyone, Any tips on how to resurrect an Epson Stylus CX3500 that puts very little ink on to the paper, despite having new cartridges and had the head cleaned through its maintenance routine umpteen times? I've also turned the thing off, on and left overnight.still no change. Virtually no colour from any of the cartridges and very little black. Suggestions welcomeit's only about 12months old. Greg -- The WA Macintosh User Group Mailing List -- Archives - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/archives.shtml Guidelines - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/guidelines.shtml Unsubscribe - mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Help! Lost files after all turned into alias files during disk burning
Hello there, I recently upgraded to Tiger and this morning attempted to prepare a disk to burn my wife¹s school report files. I selected the files on the desktop and dragged them into the window for the disk, but was surprised to see that all of the files had become alias files. I dragged them again and got another set of alias files. I can¹t remember what I did exactly next though I did remove the cd - but much to my surprise I have a pile of alias files sitting on the desktop, none of which links to any original files. I cannot find the original files anywhere. I reinserted the cd, but can¹t drag alias files on to it. Could it be that the files types have been changed to alias, preventing me from opening them? I now understand that creating alias files is actually a normal part of a new process of burning to disk..wish I knew that at the time! Have I lost the originals? Thanks for any adviceI fear my wife is NOT going to be impressed! Greg
Re: Help! Lost files after all turned into alias files during diskburning
Thanks for the advice but I had already searched using Spotlight and there's no burn folder on the desktop. Seems to me that the original files have gone. A heavy price to pay for that particular lesson! Greg
Connecting to PPPoE internet using OS9?
Hi there Muggers, Any advice on the following would be greatly appreciated! How do I connect to the internet using a PPPoE account on OS9? I used to use Enternet as supplied by Telstra but moved on to another ISP on a newer computer running OSX and threw the disk away. Now, I want to get the older G3 computer hooked up to the ADSL modem, but can't seem to do it using OS9's supplied software. Am I missing something? Thanks in advance! Greg
Apple Software Coupons
Hi there Muggers, As many of you know, when you buy new Apple computers, you get software coupons. I've got a set of 3 for iLife 04 and Mac OS v10.3. I'm already running iLife 04 and 10.3.9. Do these coupons actually mean anything or have a use? Thanks! Greg
Choosing which Eye TV?
Hi Muggers, There has been some discussion of Eye TV from Elgato recently. For those using any of the available systems, I'd be interested to hear recommendations on what set up would best suit a small business running a LAN. The ability for any individual to send recording instructions over their computer to the digital recorder would be ideal, as would ease of use for accessing for playback and then dubbing on to DVD or VHS where desired. Thanks in advance for any advice Greg
FOR SALE - Medal of Honor - Allied Assault - Deluxe Version
Hi there, I'm retiring from the battlefield and would like to sell this deluxe edition of MOH. It includes Allied Assault and the Spearhead expansion on a single DVD. There is also a bonus disk that will be included if desired. This is of course the Macintosh version of the game. If you're interested, please email me at [EMAIL PROTECTED] with offers. I live in the southern suburbs for direct pickup, or can post it out to you and can work out rates. Cheers, Greg
Megamart - 20% off Apple kit
Is Megamart bailing out of Apple gear? Computers - including Powerbooks - are on sale at 20% off...no orders.
WTB: iBook
Hi there, My colleague recently put out a wish to buy a powerbook, but had a rather unrealistic price. She now realises that her budget is more aimed at an iBook, so if anyone has something to sell along the following lines, please contact Kirsty at [EMAIL PROTECTED] Specs wanted: ibook G4, 512 mb, 12-14 inch, and as much RAM as possible. Still $1000 max. Thanks!
WTB: G4 Powerbook
Hello, A colleague of mine is interested in buying a pre-loved Powerbook and has asked me to put up the following 'ideal' shopping list: An Apple Powerbook G4 Approx 1Gz, HD60GB, 512+ MB memory Superdrive 12-15 inch screen $1,000 MAX Please contact her (name is Kirsty): [EMAIL PROTECTED] Her price looks a bit ambitious to me, but what do I know :-) Thanks, Greg
Creating Mbox mail archives in Entourage
Hey there Muggers, I would dearly like to archive Entourage email from certain projects that I have finished working on and have catalogued into a series of folders containing subfolders broken down into categories x subject. The problem I have though is that when I drag a folder on to my desktop in order to create an mbox file, all of the mail held in subfolders is ignored. Is there a way around this - without having to drag all of the emails out of their subfolders so that there is only one folder? That kind of defeats the purpose of having things in easily recognised categories. Thanks in advance for any advice Greg
Re: Laptop bags
I've used my Targus bag - bought from David Jones - for over 12 months with my Powerbook and am very happy with it. It's a back-pack style bag so ideal for travelling. At that time, it cost about $100. From: Rob Davies [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Tue, 5 Apr 2005 07:48:46 +0800 To: WAMUG Mailing List wamug@wamug.org.au Subject: Re: Laptop bags Artref, Hay St Jolimont. On 05 Apr 2005, at 6:33 AM, Neil Blake wrote: Hi all Am about to hit the smoke and need some advice as to the best place to purchase a good laptop bag to fit a 12 Powerbook. I want a good sturdy bag, preferably with a sleeve, good protection and plenty of space for files and bits and pieces. Am prepared to spend up to $200 - any suggestions as to brands and purchase locations - ideally around the CBD? Thanks Neil -- Neil Blake Regional Natural Resource Management Facilitator South Coast NRM Region C/- South Coast Regional Initiative Planning Team 444 Albany Highway ALBANY WA 6330 Ph: (08) 9892 8525 Fax: (08) 9841 2707 Mob: 0427 928 525 -- The WA Macintosh User Group Mailing List -- Archives - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/archives.shtml Guidelines - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/guidelines.shtml Unsubscribe - mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] WAMUG is powered by Stalker CommuniGatePro -- The WA Macintosh User Group Mailing List -- Archives - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/archives.shtml Guidelines - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/guidelines.shtml Unsubscribe - mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] WAMUG is powered by Stalker CommuniGatePro
Re: Advice on noise-cancelling headphones
Thanks for the advicenice idea! However, from experience I'm not thrilled with the in ear buds. I opted for a pair of Plane Quiet phones - available from Adelaide - and will report back on their performance. From: Mark Secker [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Mon, 4 Apr 2005 15:00:20 +0800 To: WAMUG Mailing List wamug@wamug.org.au Subject: Re: Advice on noise-cancelling headphones All the reviews that I've read seem to suggest price is a key indicator of quality of noise canceling ability. if they do not have to be headphones then the in ear units like the Shure and Koss units cut even quite loud back ground external noise to very negligible amounts ... how ever I am a cheap-skate and instead did this. for a way to save on the $300+ for the Shure and $100 for the Koss buy the Apple in ear' ones for around $60 then ditch (or at least don't fit) the useless supplied silicon rubber ear pads. Next go to a hardware shop (the DIY type not the computer type) and buy a few pairs of tapered in ear foam hearing protection plugs (the ones that look a bit like the teat on a small baby's dummy or feeding bottle) - cut 2 in half ( front to back not length ways) and spike the back half it on a small (jewellers) screw driver then gently force it on to the projecting in ear part of the bud. don't worry that the foam projects a little past the driver on the ear bud as when you insert them in to your ear that will be pushed back exposing the driver To insert squish the foam for a few seconds then push in to ear and hold for a a few seconds while the foam expands - great bass response and almost zero background noise - once you get used to them - you may want to take them out every hour or so until you do - you can find your self sleeping 8 hours with them in - great for that red eye flight On 04/04/2005, at 2:12 PM, Greg Colgan wrote: Can anyone recommend where I can buy some noise-cancelling headphones in Perth that: A) do a good job B) don't cost the earth (eg Boss and Sennheiser!) C) can pick up before cob Friday Pick any two... Unfortunately if you want them to do a good job, they do cost the earth. - Matt -- The WA Macintosh User Group Mailing List -- Archives - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/archives.shtml Guidelines - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/guidelines.shtml Unsubscribe - mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] WAMUG is powered by Stalker CommuniGatePro -- ~ Mark Secker Computer Support Officer ph#6488 1855 (ECEL) mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] University of Western Australia - CRICOS Provider No. 00126G ~ Only he who attempts the absurd is capable of achieving the impossible. - Miguel de Unamuno It takes an idiot to do cool things that's why it's cool - Haruhara Haruka (FLCL) http://ecel-mark.ecel.uwa.edu.au/~marksecker/index.htm (sometimes works) -- The WA Macintosh User Group Mailing List -- Archives - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/archives.shtml Guidelines - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/guidelines.shtml Unsubscribe - mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] WAMUG is powered by Stalker CommuniGatePro
Advice on noise-cancelling headphones
Apologies for this being strictly off-topic, but thought someone may have some advice.. Can anyone recommend where I can buy some noise-cancelling headphones in Perth that: A) do a good job B) don¹t cost the earth (eg Boss and Sennheiser!) C) can pick up before cob Friday I'm looking for a pair suitable for flights. For instance, I read about Kensington and Plane Quiet headphones, but where to get them locally? Thanks for any advice! Greg
For Sale - Epson Photo700
If anyone is interested in an Epson Stylus Photo 700 Ink Jet Printer for $60 ono, please email me directly. Comes with cartridges installed, in box with full documentation, cds and adb cable. Works perfectly and in excellent condition. One owner since new. Greg
Getting rid of iDisk from my desktop?
Hi all, A few months ago I signed up for a time-limited free use of .mac, to see what it was like. After this expired, I decided not to shell out the annual fee. Now I can¹t get rid of the iDisk icon on my desktop. Any ideas? Thanks in advance... Greg
Alternatives to Adobe Acrobat Pro?
Hi there Muggers, Thanks for any responses in advance. I¹m looking for software that delivers on much of the functionality of Adobe Acrobat Pro, but without the hefty price tag. Any tips? The key function I need is to be able to take OSX generated PDF files (via the print function) and have some degree of control to be able to decrease the file size without removing pictorial content. Sadly, OSX does a good job of creating BIG pdf files, which are not good for emailing. It¹s a shame you can¹t control the pic resolution up front. I¹ve been using Colorsync which is useful, but pretty limited and time consuming. I know there are a number of 3rd party software around that promise this.anyone had experience with any of these and can recommend them? Thanks again! Greg
19 LCD screens - Formac
Hey there Muggers, Anyone got any feedback on recommended non-Apple 19 displays for use with a G4 Powerbook? I'm interested in the Formac range..anyone got one and/or can recommend where they can be purchased locally? Thanks in advance! Greg
itunes headphones on Apple laptops
Hi Muggers, Does anyone know if there is a way to continue to listen to iTunes through headphones on a Powerbook or iBook with the lid closed? I'm thinking of plane rides for example, where you'd want to maximise battery time by not powering up the screen. I realise you can have the display go to sleep pretty quickly, but having it also closed is a bonus in some contexts. Just a thought..thanks! Greg
FOR SALE - G3 laptop, printer and assorted gear...REDUCED
Hi Mac lovers The market dictates that I drop the price on my recently advertised gear. OK, here we go. If not sold this week, will advertise in the paper. Was originally advertised for $650. Will now sell for $550. All equipment has proven to be very reliable. Well suited to someone starting out with computing, wanting a low cost mobile - and mac - solution, tired of fighting off virus attacks, etc. To the right buyer, I will also offer after-sales advice within my capability. Total original purchase price: $4825+ (will sell as a package or as individual items (**). Gear includes original packaging and invoices). ** G3 233MHz POWERBOOK ** (Wallstreet manufactured 1998/9) 320 Meg RAM (bottom 64MB, top 256MB), 2gig HDD, 14.1 screen, 56k internal modem, Cdrom + near-new, authentic Apple rechargeable battery (worth over $200 alone) + updated power adaptor + laptop floppy disk drive. Running OS 9.1, + range of applications Laptop in very good condition, with only some peeling paint on underside of chassis. When Computer Trade Ctr had the machine in recently to test the new battery, the techo there said it was in good nick. + Kensington ADB 2 button Mouse + PCMIA USB card with 2 USB slots - this allows interface with USB peripherals + Executive leather-style carry bag **EPSON STYLUS PHOTO 700 PRINTER** ADB and parallel ports **Kensington Videocam USB webcam** All reasonable offers accepted. Please email me directly for further info. I can provide jpegs of items if desired. Greg
FOR SALE - G3 laptop, printer and assorted gear...
Hi Mac lovers There were no takers for my gear when advertised in late January. It has just been sitting around here, so before putting it in the press next weekend, will offer it once again to the mac community. All equipment has proven to be very reliable. Well suited to someone starting out with computing, wanting a low cost mobile - and mac - solution, tired of fighting off virus attacks, etc. To the right buyer, I will also offer after-sales advice within my capability. Total original purchase price: $4825+ TOTAL SALE PACKAGE PRICE: $650 (will sell some gear separately if no takers for the lot - poa) (will sell as a package or as individual items (**). Gear includes original packaging and invoices). ** G3 233MHz POWERBOOK ** (Wallstreet manufactured 1998/9) 320 Meg RAM (bottom 64MB, top 256MB), 2gig HDD, 14.1 screen, 56k internal modem, Cdrom + near-new, authentic Apple rechargeable battery (worth over $200 alone) + updated power adaptor + laptop floppy disk drive. Running OS 9.1, + range of applications Laptop in very good condition, with only some peeling paint on underside of chassis. When Computer Trade Ctr had the machine in recently to test the new battery, the techo there said it was in good nick. + Kensington ADB 2 button Mouse + PCMIA USB card with 2 USB slots - this allows interface with USB peripherals + Executive leather-style carry bag **EPSON STYLUS PHOTO 700 PRINTER** ADB and parallel ports **Kensington Videocam USB webcam** All reasonable offers accepted. Please email me directly for further info. I can provide jpegs of items if desired. Greg
ilife 04 upgrade - bah humbug
Don't you just hate it when you buy a new puter and shortly thereafter, a new suite of software comes as standard? I bought a new laptop a few days before Xmas and now find out that computers purchased on or after Jan 6 without iLife, qualify for a AUD$35 dollar upgrade - which includes GarageBand. Normal price is $129 for the family edition. Some of those bits and pieces in iLife are identical versions to what I already have, so it's annoying that due to a matter of a couple of weeks, I have to shell out full price to get my hands on GarageBand. In case you bought later than I did, offer closes March 26. See http://www.apple.com.au/ilife/uptodate/ Greg
For Sale - G3 laptop, printer and assorted gear...
FOR SALE (will sell as a package or as individual items (**). Gear includes original packaging and invoices). ** G3 233MHz POWERBOOK ** (Wallstreet manufactured 1998/9) 320 Meg RAM (bottom 64MB, top 256MB), 56k internal modem, CDrom, near-new authentic Apple rechargeable battery, updated power adaptor, laptop floppy disk drive. Running OS 9.1, + range of applications Laptop in very good condition (some peeling paint on underside of chassis ) + Kensington ADB 2 button Mouse + PCMIA USB card with 2 USB slots + Executive carry bag **EPSON STYLUS PHOTO 700 PRINTER** ADB and parallel ports **Kensington Videocam USB webcam** All equipment has proven to be very reliable. Well suited to someone starting out with computing, wanting a low cost mobile solution, etc. Total original purchase price: $4825+ All reasonable offers accepted. Please email me directly for further info. I can provide jpegs of items if desired. Greg Researcher and Writer Electric Pictures Pty Ltd Ph: + 61 89 339 1133 Fax: + 61 89 339 1183 www.electricpictures.com.au CAUTION - This message and any files transmitted with it may contain sensitive and confidential information intended only for the use of the addressee named above. Please do not disseminate this information to additional parties, without the consent of the sender. _
For Sale - G3 laptop, printer and assorted gear...(amended)
FOR SALE (will sell as a package or as individual items (**). Gear includes original packaging and invoices). ** G3 233MHz POWERBOOK ** (Wallstreet manufactured 1998/9) 320 Meg RAM (bottom 64MB, top 256MB), 2gig HDD, 14.1 screen, 56k internal modem, CDrom, near-new authentic Apple rechargeable battery, updated power adaptor, laptop floppy disk drive. Running OS 9.1, + range of applications Laptop in very good condition (some peeling paint on underside of chassis ) + Kensington ADB 2 button Mouse + PCMIA USB card with 2 USB slots + Executive carry bag **EPSON STYLUS PHOTO 700 PRINTER** ADB and parallel ports **Kensington Videocam USB webcam** All equipment has proven to be very reliable. Well suited to someone starting out with computing, wanting a low cost mobile solution, etc. Total original purchase price: $4825+ All reasonable offers accepted. Please email me directly for further info. I can provide jpegs of items if desired. Greg Researcher and Writer Electric Pictures Pty Ltd Ph: + 61 89 339 1133 Fax: + 61 89 339 1183 www.electricpictures.com.au CAUTION - This message and any files transmitted with it may contain sensitive and confidential information intended only for the use of the addressee named above. Please do not disseminate this information to additional parties, without the consent of the sender. _
Upgrading to OSX from OS9??
Hi there MUGgers, I've done some research on this on the net (mostly looking at Apple's site), but would appreciate informed advice from those of you who have been there and done that. The issue here is putting Panther on existing machines, buying new hardware but continuing to run pre OSX software. I work in a small office which currently has about half a dozen macs - a mixture of the coloured imacs, a couple of G3 desktops and a couple Wallstreet G3 laptops. Many of these machines have augmented RAM and would seem to pass the minimum hardware requirements for running OSX recommended by Apple (are these specs realistic by the way?) Naturally, all of our software is pre OSX and our major concern is that if we go out and buy the latest Panther-equipped macs (say a couple of emacs and a couple of laptops), will we be able to run out software? We can't afford to upgrade both hardware and software at this stage, so it's important to be assured that we'll have no problems in using the following key software in Panther: Microsoft Office 98 - esp Word and Excel Adobe Photoshop v5.0 Adobe Golive 4.0 Now Contact and Up to Date Quark Xpress v4 Filemaker Pro 4.1 Adobe Acrobat Distiller Retrospect Would appreciate feedback from anyone who has already gone down this path... Thanks in advance! Greg
Problem with G3 Powerbook battery
Hi there, A few months ago, I purchased a replacement battery from a local company for my G3, but after a few days of use, my laptop no longer recognised the battery's existence. On contacting the company, they supplied me with another battery and I thought, end of problem. Wrong. After several weeks of normal behaviour, the battery is suddenly no longer recognised by the laptop - even though it indicates that it has a full charge. The problem is likely to be the battery as a colleague has an identical G3 to mine and he got the same result. Besides, I've still got my worn out original battery from Apple and when I insert that into the bay, the computer recognises it. Anyone got any tips on why the batteries are suddenly not being recognised? The replacement battery has the following specs: 14.4 volts Li-Ion 4000 mAh Model M6385 G/A (this no. doesn't match list of numbers from Apple, so may not be relevant). There are no specs on my original Apple battery, apart from Model no. M4685. On looking at the Apple Support site, for this model no., they indicate that it is a G3 Series battery with 3 ampere hours (service part 661-2069). Could the discrepancy between the model no. and/or the ampere ratings be the reason? Thanks for any ideas! Greg
Problem with G3 Powerbook battery-more
Quite right Bob - OS in all cases, is 8.6. Greg Hi there, A few months ago, I purchased a replacement battery from a local company for my G3, but after a few days of use, my laptop no longer recognised the battery's existence. On contacting the company, they supplied me with another battery and I thought, end of problem. Wrong. After several weeks of normal behaviour, the battery is suddenly no longer recognised by the laptop - even though it indicates that it has a full charge. The problem is likely to be the battery as a colleague has an identical G3 to mine and he got the same result. Besides, I've still got my worn out original battery from Apple and when I insert that into the bay, the computer recognises it. Anyone got any tips on why the batteries are suddenly not being recognised? The replacement battery has the following specs: 14.4 volts Li-Ion 4000 mAh Model M6385 G/A (this no. doesn't match list of numbers from Apple, so may not be relevant). There are no specs on my original Apple battery, apart from Model no. M4685. On looking at the Apple Support site, for this model no., they indicate that it is a G3 Series battery with 3 ampere hours (service part 661-2069). Could the discrepancy between the model no. and/or the ampere ratings be the reason? Thanks for any ideas! Greg
Re: Digital video camera as web cam
Hi there, I've been using ivisit and a webcam (cross-platform) with reasonable results. Have not tried with a DV Cam, but the tech people claim that it's possible. You may like to give it a try. Here's a pasting of answers to tech questions like yours..some of it is Win-specific. If you achieve success, let me know! Good luck. Greg http://www.ivisit.info/ I have a basic iMac and a Sony Digital Handycam (TV730) and would like somebody to explain how to hook it up so I can show my video on ivisit...any help would be appreciated. Thanks, Killroy6 IP: Logged michael Administrator Member # 4 posted November 17, 2002 16:38 Hi killroy6 The iMac will recognise the camera when its plugged in and powered. The four key Extensions are: FireWire Enabler 2.8.6 FireWire Support 2.8.8 QuickTime FireWire DV Enabler 2.3 QuickTime FireWire DV Support 2.3 in iVisit go to Settings/Video Device/Source menu and the Sony Cam should show as an option tip - don't try and send both video and audio from the camera or you may freeze/crash. posted November 14, 2002 01:22 is there any way to get my sony DV video camera to work with Ivisit using the firewire connection? I've tried numerous times to get it to work with no luck. I'm running WinXP/98 dual boot system, tried it in both systems and got nothing. IP: Logged BufferedBrain Member Member # 9 posted November 14, 2002 02:11 Howdy Kawauso Yes, the SONY DV cam should work just fine provided the following conditions exist: * Typically these types of cameras need to be ON before the computer itself is turned on. * The software drivers required to enable the camera are installed and working. * NetMeeting and all other 3rd party video applications are disabled and closed. To disable NetMeeting open NetMeeting click TOOLS OPTIONS GENERAL uncheck Run NetMeeting in the background when windows starts click OK and close NetMeeting restart Windows and run iVisit * The camera is set to allow mapping system wide and is enabled. This can be found under the properties for sound/multimedia devices. It differs from Windows 98 and XP. Hope this helps! -- Thanks and Happy iVisiting :) BufferedBrain Click here to send Email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Click here to join -Welcome- then join one of the Help Desks Click here to connect LIVE to BufferedBrain Posts: 285 | From: New York, USA | IP: Logged Kawauso unregistered posted November 15, 2002 02:02 thanks for the advice but I tried it and it still doenst want to work, it just says no video codec can be found for this device and then crashes. Any other thoughts on how I can get it to work? IP: Logged BufferedBrain Member Member # 9 posted November 15, 2002 04:25 Howdy again Kawauso Here are some additional possible solutions: * Set the camera to 160 x 120 in the external software BEFORE starting iVisit. * Be sure to set the camera for the correct standard of NTSC or PAL * Check that the camera is working, has it ever worked in other applications? You mentioned it is a dual boot system. What are you using for your boot-loader? Some Firewire devices need to be initialized at a BIOS level in order for the OS to recognize it. It is possible that the boot loader is not picking up the IO signals and passing them onto the OS you select to boot into. In either system go into the Device Manager and be sure the Firewire is not causing system conflicts with other devices via IRQ, DMA or IO. Lastly as mentioned above, check for mapping enabled. They should be similar to the below image: Give all these a try. Please let us know the outcome. Hope this helps!
Problem with installing downloaded software
Hi Muggers, A colleague of mine is unable to install software downloaded from the net (or taken from a cd we have given him), even though two other people have succeeded in doing so. The difference, is that he is using an e-mac running OSX, while we are running OS8.6 and 9.2. The problem is that when the software tries to install, an error message comes up followed by another message stating that he does not have sufficient access privileges to proceed. Obviously, he can run 'classic' software, so it seems to me that the problem has something to do with privileges assigned to software installs by his computer (which is not part of a network). The software itself does not have any such restrictions applied to it. Any suggestions on getting around this problem would be appreciated! As always, thanks in advance.. Greg
Re: Problem with installing downloaded software
Hi there, Thanks to all who answered my query. Kaye, we tried your suggestion and it worked a treat! Excellent! Greg We had this problem, even though we only have one account on our eMac, and it has full administrator privileges. We solved it be rebooting in OS9, installing the software, then rebooting into OSX, where it launched under Classic with no problem. Cheers, Kaye -- Kaye Stott and Geoff Prince email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] web: http://www.omninet.net.au/~kg/ -- The WA Macintosh User Group Mailing List -- Archives - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/archives.html Guidelines - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/guidelines.html Unsubscribe - mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
Faxing from a computer using broadband
Hi there Muggers, Got a query for you. Prior to going over to broadband, I used to use my internal fax/modem to send faxes. I no longer have a modem account, and am accessing Telstra broadband through the Ethernet port - so no more faxes. Does anyone know if there is a way that I can send faxes using broadband? Any nifty software that will enable me to do that? Cheers and thanks in advance for any responses. Greg
Re: G3 Powerbook - replacing or rebuilding batteries - results
Hi there Muggers, After making enquiries and helpful feedback from a list member, I concluded that the following was the best deal. I put this here in case of use to members, and comes from Mark Beamish at Siomar Batteries: The Apple powerbook G3 Wall street LAP5896 (our no. LAP20) is 14.4V 4AH We can supply the same battery in 2 ways: 1. From China on a lead time of around 4 weeks $180.00 + gst. 2. From an overseas middleman. (also manufactured in China). Lead time within 10 days $255.00 + gst The Apple powerbook G3 1999/Lombard/pizmo/firewire/bronze keyboard (our number B-5899) is 10.8V 4.8AH. This is available only from the middleman. Lead time within 10 days $298.00 + gst All are brand new replacement batteries assembled in China using Japanese cells. They have a 12 month warranty From: Greg Colgan [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Wed, 02 Apr 2003 16:04:17 +0800 To: wamug@wamug.org.au Subject: G3 Powerbook battery voltages - replacing or rebuilding batteries Hi there Muggers, I've got a couple of dead Lithium Ion G3 Powerbook rechargeable batteries that either need re-building or replacing. Anyone done this recently with some feedback to offer on the way to go? I just called Battery World and they asked me what voltage the batteries are - 9.6, 10.8 or 14.4 volts. I have no idea. The model no. on the battery is M4685 if that means anything, and the laptop is a 233Mhz Wall St (I think), manufactured in 1998. Rated 24V - another voltage! Thanks in advance for any helpful feedback. Greg -- The WA Macintosh User Group Mailing List -- Archives - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/archives.html Guidelines - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/guidelines.html Unsubscribe - mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
Looking for older version of a Mac to PC emulator
Hi there Muggers, Anyone out there got an outdated copy of something like Virtual PC for running PC progs on a Mac, that they would like to sell or..? This is for non-business use. I've got a G3 Powerbook 266Mhz running OS 8.6...so would have to be suitable for those specs. I'd probably run W95 in it. Feel free to contact me off list Thanks! Greg
2nd hand Mac software wanted
I'm looking for authentic, multi-user licensed (if applicable) versions of the following software and wonder if anyone has anything that they'd be willing to sell for a reasonable price: QuarkXPress v4.0 or above Adobe Acrobat v4 or above Microsoft Outlook Please contact me off list, thanks. Greg
Re: USB driver for Sony TRV17E Digital Handycam
Thanks to everyone who answered my enquiry. A kindly WAMUG angel sent me the driver and Shim file from another Sony camera - and they worked! That's one hurdle less! Greg
USB driver for Sony TRV17E Digital Handycam
Hi Muggers, Checked on the archives, but couldn't get any joy. Our office has lost the software for this camera. Anyone got a mac USB driver for this camera that they could kindly email to me? Can't find one anywhere on the net! Running 8.6 if that's an issue. Thanks...fingers crossed. Greg
USB driver for Sony TRV17E Digital Handycam
Ooopsthanks Shay. Forgot to mention, that my machine is pre-firewire (G3 Powerbook 233Mhz). The only reason I have USB is because I fitted a PCMIA card. I also have no idea re software as it would have been on the missing CD. Sigh. Greg Hi Muggers, Checked on the archives, but couldn't get any joy. Our office has lost the software for this camera. Anyone got a mac USB driver for this camera that they could kindly email to me? Can't find one anywhere on the net! Running 8.6 if that's an issue. Thanks...fingers crossed. Greg
Weird modem behaviour
Hi Muggers, I can't find a solution to something with my modem that is increasingly annoying me, and costing money... My internal modem on a G3 Powerbook (running OS8.6, Open Transport 2.0.3 and Remote Access 3.1.3) only connects to my ISP (Q-Net) without a hitch, about 50% of the time. The other 50% is divided between getting a 'could not connect' error (after the normal sound sequence of a modem attempting to make a connection and not getting past ppp usually), and getting a weird almost 1950s Sci Fi sound effects sequence (bit like a theremon(?!) instead of the normal sounds, followed by the non-connection notification Typically, I try to connect 2-3 times before achieving success. I think the line itself is ok as I have a Windows machine that connects hassle free almost every time. Any ideas as to how this prob can be solved? Cheers, Greg
