newRPL - build 1255 released! [updated to 1299]

[JoJo1973]

(06-06-2019 02:51 PM)Nigel (UK) Wrote:  

(06-06-2019 12:07 PM)Martin Hepperle Wrote:  Yes, maybe this is a better solution than to fiddle with a overlay and stickers etc.
Martin

Note that (much earlier in the newRPL development process) I found that the 49g+ drew a large current (several tens of mA) even when the calculator was turned off. I haven't checked this recently so I'm not sure if the problem was ever solved but it is something to bear in mind.

Is anyone currently using a 49g+ flashed with newRPL without the battery drain problem?

Nigel (UK)

Here I am: I own an old HP49G+, broken hinges and all (S/N: CN33900342 on the backplate, S/N CN33928709 on the bootloader screen FWIW, which is version 3.15.04) and a newer HP50G (S/N: CNA6080048, bootloader v4.01.03.03)

I can confirm that the battery drain problem is still present with latest build: I bought fresh batteries and flashed build 1255. In a few seconds after startup the battery indicator lit up and the batteries were drained in a couple of days, even if the calc was switched off.

After having replaced the batteries I reflashed original ROM 2.15 and the new ones have lasted since. HP50G experiences none of these problems.

If there's something I can test on the hardware let me know but keep in mind I can barely use a multimeter so give me very detailed instructions!