>>I'd add to Bob's post (since you are going to the Middle East & I don't know if >>you've been there before) that the souk is the local market. Equivalent to a mall . >>. . sort of. . without the price tags.)
>> Wonderful part of the world.. . . Enjoy it.
>>Phil
Oops <g>...sorta left out that part! After two tours in the Middle East...not counting Operations Desert Shield, Desert Storm and Provide Comfort...I sorta take that stuff for granted! Also, I answered that email somewhere between 12:00 and 1:00AM and think I was more asleep than awake...so let me clarify on Phil's clarification <g>.
Yes, the souk is generally an open air market...and at least in the UAE, Oman, Turkey, and Iraq they could easily have a spice seller right next to a guy selling telephone cord and adapters.
The other thing is that I may have lead you to believe that they would carry the modem saver...that they did not, in UAE at least. But you could easily get the power/telephone adapters.
And lastly, I actually never came out and said that Aloha works in the Middle East....but of course it does, I used it almost daily from Abu Dhabi...and the CIS email package (but only about once a month)....O...unless there has been a change since last summer, there were no AOLGlobal Net numbers on the Arabian Penninsula...I generally ended up making a long distance call to my favorite U.S. node (you can check this at keyword ACCESS).
Oh...well...I have some extra time for the next two minutess so I'll take a quick look.
OK...this is all I found:
$42 per hour Countries (Kuwait):
Kuwait (965) Kuwait City 484-4155 Up to 9600bps SprintNet
Unfortunately there was no AOL GlobalNet number for the entire area..that I saw. Hmm...at 42.00 an hour surcharge...I'd make the long-distance few minutes call to D.C. or something.
Still clear as mud? <lol>. PDC Bob.
Subj: Re:World Travelling with Newti
Date: 97-02-09 15:20:39 EST
From: IndyDenny
Thanks guys!
I will be in Israel and Egypt (as well as several parts of great Britain.
I'm glad to know that Aloha works. I have been debating taking my laptop but I'd prefer not lugging it around.
I leave tomorrow evening.
Thanks again.
Denny Miller
Subj: Re:World Travelling with New
Date: 97-02-09 20:18:59 EST
From: PDC Bob
>>I leave tomorrow evening.
>>Thanks again.
>>Denny Miller
Good luck and keep your eyes open! PDC Bob.
Subj: Hayes Optima PCMCIA v34
Date: 97-02-13 11:14:09 EST
From: APD Mail
I've just received a Hayes v34 Optima PC Card modem which I'm trying to use on my 120. I've tried all of the Hayes modem setups but when I try Aloha or to send a fax I get a couple of problems. With Aloha the Newt completely locks and I have to do a manual reset, when I try to send a fax I get the dialog 'Connecting to xxxx' but no more. Any ideas? I specifically bought this modem after looking on Apple's web page at the compatible modems list.
Regards
Jim Main
Subj: Cruise Modem
Date: 97-02-13 19:29:23 EST
From: Big Behr
Anyone know how I can obtain the driver for the XJA3288--I've just been using the generic Hayes 28.8 with Error Correction. I never did have a Megahertz modem choice on a pick list.
Also wondering is there anyway to update the Cruise card software/firmware? I've downloaded the file, but haven't figured out how to update the card via the MP130.
Thanks!
Subj: Aloha problem
Date: 97-02-18 01:34:40 EST
From: Rudeboy269
I'm using Aloha 2.3.4 with a MP130 and a megahertz pc card modem, My problem is as of a week ago I can't receive mail but can send using a AOLnet number and can do neither using a Sprintnet number. Anybody else having this problem? Or know how to fix it?
ND
Subj: Timed out (-16005)
Date: 97-02-20 10:32:43 EST
From: GETULA
I just downloaded Aloha 2.x. It will connect to my MP130, then give me the message "Timed out (-16005)" What does it mean and what do I do????
Subj: XJ14.4 & Aloha
Date: 97-02-23 14:44:54 EST
From: FredsKid
Hi y'all,
After a long period of near-perfect operation, I had trouble getting my e-mail this weekend. I got timed out, but before it even connected. I picked up an extension to hear the modem. It dials the number, I hear the AOL modem, but the XJACK won't talk back. Problem with the modem? Wrong settings? Please help, I have to go out of town this week.
Thanks
Tony
Subj: Aloha not working!
Date: 97-02-25 17:02:24 EST
From: JRMolloy
Hey there Hardy.
I downloaded the new version of Aloha and I am getting the messasge that the 14 day trial period is over. I have the pass code there but I cannot use aloha. Help please!
JOHN
Subj: Re:Aloha problem
Date: 97-02-27 10:57:11 EST
From: HardyMacia
1. Try to free up heap space. Reset the Newton and freeze packages
2. Check the EC box in the Aloha Connect Slip.
Make sure you still have the latest Newton OS version.
Subj: Re:Timed out (-16005)
Date: 97-02-27 10:58:31 EST
From: HardyMacia
Please see any of the past postings about fixing the timeout.
Basically, try the other networks types (AOL#1, AOL#2, and AOL#3) with the phone number you are trying to use with the AOLnet number.
Subj: Re:XJ14.4 & Aloha
Date: 97-02-27 11:02:57 EST
From: HardyMacia
Tony,
I'm not sure, but sounds like your modem has died. You can try reinstalling the last NOS version, try reinstalling Aloha, reset the newton, reinsert the modem.
Hardy
Subj: Re:Aloha not working!
Date: 97-02-27 11:05:30 EST
From: HardyMacia
John,
Make sure your owner info is set to "John Molloy". Erase it and re-enter it if it isn't working.
Hardy
Subj: Montana and Cellular
Date: 97-02-27 20:01:05 EST
From: CureLisa
I can't get my Motorola flip and Montana to work together.
Any suggestions?
I have all the correct cables...just can't seem to make my Newton recognize the cellular. It works great in landline mode.
Lisa
Subj: Ignoring Headlines
Date: 97-03-06 15:03:58 EST
From: BrianYMS
I'm using Aloha 2.3.4. on my MP130. I keep getting "Ignoring Headlines" message. Is there something wrong with my version?
BrianYMS
Subj: Re:Ignoring Headlines
Date: 97-03-06 18:10:56 EST
From: BMC5311
yep, I'm getting the same thing. This happened awhile ago and Hardy had to fix something. Did aol do it to us again? I haven't been able to connect all day.
Subj: Re:Ignoring Headlines
Date: 97-03-06 19:40:11 EST
From: CCoultard
Me neither...
Subj: Timing Out Probs
Date: 97-03-07 11:00:28 EST
From: AnnieBSF
I too started experiencing timed out message, jamming at "Ignoring Headlines", unable to send or receive mail, since about 2/22. I was in Asia, still won't work now that i'm back in the USA. Waiting anxiously for a solution! Thanks
Subj: Re:Timing Out Probs
Date: 97-03-07 11:36:30 EST
From: RudyKeiser
Add me to the "ignoring headlines" club. Last week I could send mail but not receive it. Now I'm stuck at "ignoring headlines" and then after a long delay I get "Timeout occured while talking to AOL Host (-16005)".
My 14 day trial is almost over and I haven't had gotten it working yet. :-(
Subj: Re:Timing Out Probs
Date: 97-03-07 12:00:30 EST
From: GraceN911
Ditto to all of the above.
AOL was running some kind of credit card promo that came up on my desktop before the main screen and the "You've Got Mail" prompt - could that have been interfering?
Subj: Re:Timing Out Probs
Date: 97-03-07 12:20:43 EST
From: JRMolloy
I am here also!
John
Subj: Attachments
Date: 97-03-07 12:40:06 EST
From: AFC Pam
Hardy, does Aloha handle file attachments? Will it soon?
Pam
Subj: Re:Attachments
Date: 97-03-07 13:15:59 EST
From: PDC JohnS
Pam,
Nope, and nope. I've requested that one from day 1 with Aloha.
Maybe someone can write a BinHexer, then you could just dump the binhex into an Aloha email message?
- John Schettino, PDC JohnS, Keyword PDA is where to find us!
PDA Forum Consultant and Newton File Librarian
HomePage: http://members.aol.com/pdcjohns/
Subj: Re:Attachments
Date: 97-03-07 16:29:49 EST
From: JamesYopp
Just get an ISP. There are plenty of Internet mail clients for Newton that support MIME encoding for Newt-to-newt transactions and basic text file attachment.
James Yopp
Subj: Re:Still 'Hangin' In there
Date: 97-03-08 12:17:18 EST
From: Normclare
Wow, poor Hardy, I used it for a couple of weeks and now it is hanging again. When will Aol wake up and smell the newton revolution!
Hardy, help us out man!
Subj: Re:Still 'Hangin' In there
Date: 97-03-08 13:59:48 EST
From: RickRipley
Me too! Aloha hangs all the time - time outs etc.
Subj: Re:Still 'Hangin' In there
Date: 97-03-08 17:13:06 EST
From: Rudeboy269
Same here, Whats causing it?
Subj: Aloha 2.3.5 (was: Ignoring H
Date: 97-03-08 18:49:50 EST
From: HardyMacia
Version 2.3.5 of Aloha fixes the current Ignoring Headlines problem. It is on my website <http://www.catamount.com>.
I haven't fixed Aloha 1.1.1 for NOS 1.3 users yet, but I will do so soon. So, be on the lookout for version 1.1.2.
The upgrade from 2.3.4 to 2.3.5 is free.
Hardy Macia
hardy@catamount.com <-- use this email address to contact me
Catamount Software
http://www.catamount.com/
Subj: Re:Attachments
Date: 97-03-08 18:52:04 EST
From: HardyMacia
James' idea about getting an ISP is best. I am not sure Aloha will ever support attachments without AOL's help. Attachments are complicated. I would love it if ALoha supported attachments, but it probably won't happen in 1997.
Hardy Macia
hardy@catamount.com <-- use this email address to contact me
Catamount Software
http://www.catamount.com/
Subj: Ignoring Headlines
Date: 97-03-08 20:49:56 EST
From: Jim Mol
Could you please email me when you get this fixed for NOS 1.3
Thanks
Jim Mol
Subj: Re:Ignoring Headlines
Date: 97-03-09 08:32:35 EST
From: Video In2
New verison of aloha (2.3.5) works just fine downloaded it this morning works just fine
Subj: Re:Ignoring Headlines
Date: 97-03-09 19:01:58 EST
From: GraceN911
I've tried to download and unstuff Aloha for Windows 2.3.5 twice, and each time the NCU tells me that the Register and Aloha packages (but not the documentation) are not valid packages. Any idea what could be causing the error? It's not interrupted file transmissions.
Subj: Re:Ignoring Headlines
Date: 97-03-09 20:17:14 EST
From: RudyKeiser
I had similar problems trying to download the Windows version. I downloaded the Macintosh version to my Windows PC and was able to install it without problem.
I don't have the Ignoring Headlines problem anymore but now all my email wasn't picked up by Aloha. Are there certain types of email messages that Aloha won't download?
Subj: Re:Ignoring Headlines
Date: 97-03-09 22:56:07 EST
From: FGSKramer
>>I don't have the Ignoring Headlines problem anymore but now all my email wasn't picked up by Aloha. Are there certain types of email messages that Aloha won't download?<<
I've found that Aloha keeps messages with attachments as new, until I get a chance to d/l the info. And a lot of messages can sometime choke my 120, but I suspect that's a limit of the specific unit. After a reset, I've handled as many as 12-15 messages w/o a problem.
YMMV
;->.
AOL Keyword: Kramer
Subj: Re:Attachments
Date: 97-03-10 11:47:48 EST
From: AFC Pam
<Just get an ISP. There are plenty of Internet mail clients for Newton that support MIME encoding for Newt-to-newt transactions and basic text file attachment.>
James, that was NOT the question.
Pam
Subj: Re:Attachments
Date: 97-03-10 11:50:21 EST
From: AFC Pam
<James' idea about getting an ISP is best.>
I'm trying to set up a generalized ability to transfer AppGen data via email. Of course I already know that there are other ways to get files transferred; but I want my AOL email customers to have the ability, too. Thanks for the info.
Pam
Subj: Re:Attachments
Date: 97-03-10 15:10:49 EST
From: PDC JohnS
Pam,
can't you just make a new email message using the Aloha transport that contains ascii text (comma delimited, whatever...) as the message body? You'd have to find out the max AOL message size (32kb?) and chunk the data into multiple messages, but it would work. In other words, pass on the attachment and use the body field.
- John Schettino, PDC JohnS, Keyword PDA is where to find us!
PDA Forum Consultant and Newton File Librarian
HomePage: http://members.aol.com/pdcjohns/
Subj: Re:Attachments
Date: 97-03-10 18:25:46 EST
From: JamesYopp
Pam, define a Frame format and a text format for it (That'll take care of the Attached eMail). Then, at the beginning of a text eMail, put a string like "|AppGen:PineHill|". Patch the mail reception fn's (Just do a soup change notification) so that you can "unflatten" the text-based data into an AppGen frame. Use LOTS of error correction code, though, since users can manually edit the text of an email.
James Yopp
Subj: Re:Attachments
Date: 97-03-11 11:30:04 EST
From: AFC Pam
<can't you just make a new email message using the Aloha transport that contains ascii text (comma delimited, whatever...) as the message body? You'd have to find out the max AOL message size (32kb?) and chunk the data into multiple messages, but it would work. In other words, pass on the attachment and use the body field.>
Probably could do so, would certainly have to be concerned with message size, then would have to put it all back together on the desktop. Actually, this is not too bad, considering it appears we'd have to do something similar just to create what would appear to be an attachment.
Thanks,
Pam
Subj: Re:Attachments
Date: 97-03-11 11:32:06 EST
From: AFC Pam
< define a Frame format and a text format for it>
And therein lies a rub - we don't know what an AppGen soup will look like, guess we could determine that on the Newton though since we still do metadata.
Thanks,
Pam
Subj: Re:Attachments
Date: 97-03-11 15:41:43 EST
From: JamesYopp
Don't you use an appsymbol nest for the data? As in entry.(kAppSymbol).name ? You should just be able to define a standard Frame format and send it as a nested frame (using entry.(kAppSymbol) ).
James Yopp
Subj: Re:Attachments
Date: 97-03-12 14:12:54 EST
From: AFC Pam
<Don't you use an appsymbol nest for the data? As in entry.(kAppSymbol).name ? You should just be able to define a standard Frame format and send it as a nested frame (using entry.(kAppSymbol) ).>
Beats me, I'll ask one of the programmers; but we're way off topic here. Thanks.
Pam
Subj: Re:2.3.5
Date: 97-03-12 20:22:32 EST
From: JR88keys
Again with the efficiency and professionalism! Could AOL in a couple of weeks (or less?) time fix bugs in their software? No!! Could Apple move so swiftly to adapt their software to a new situation? I think not! It's been said before, but, Thanks, Hardy, for the hard work!
Subj: Re:Re:2.3.5
Date: 97-03-13 12:47:52 EST
From: MarcoLehr
I have now Aloha 2.3.5 on my MP130.
Now it works sometimes and sometimes not.
(Ignoring headlines... and time out ).
What could be the problem ??.
Subj: Re:Re:2.3.5
Date: 97-03-14 00:22:55 EST
From: Jim Mol
At least you have something that works sometimes.
Just curious, is anyone else out there still using the Aloha 1.x or am I the only one?
Subj: Re: Aloha and NOS 1.3
Date: 97-03-16 02:44:20 EST
From: HardyMacia
There are some others using ALoha on a NOS 1.3, but you are definitely very few now. When I return from Germany I will get the NOS 1.3 version of ALoha working. I tried before leaving, but I didn't have enough time.
Hardy Macia
Catamount Software
Subj: Aloha & MP2K?
Date: 97-03-17 13:04:14 EST
From: MBierlein
Hello, Does Aloha, work with the MP2K. I have a Cruisecard XJA3288, and was wondering if I should upgrade. Any help would be great. Thanks in advance.
Mark
Subj: Re:Aloha & MP2K?
Date: 97-03-18 03:51:11 EST
From: ChfBenBen
<<Hello, Does Aloha, work with the MP2K. I have a Cruisecard XJA3288, and was wondering if I should upgrade. Any help would be great. Thanks in advance.>>
It should work just fine.
Ben
Subj: Re:Aloha & MP2K?
Date: 97-03-18 10:29:07 EST
From: Tom 288
Does Aloha support AOL GlobalNet access numbers?
Tom
Subj: Connection problems
Date: 97-03-18 18:20:08 EST
From: SKY67
I've got a MP130. I used the 14 day trial period, the package expired, then I filled out the registration package to purchase Aloha. It said I had another 14 days. Now,my connection is not completing itself. The connection screen flashs very quickly and disappears. I've checked the Sprint local number and I've check the prefs for the Sprint selection. What I get is a "Connection timed out.(-18003)" So, where am I going wrong?
Steve
Subj: Never mind...
Date: 97-03-18 23:27:14 EST
From: SKY67
I figured out that selecting to EC button allows me to connect. I'm guessing here but does EC stand for Extended Connection.
Steve
Subj: Never mind...
Date: 97-03-18 23:28:27 EST
From: SKY67
I figured out that selecting to EC button allows me to connect. I'm guessing here but does EC stand for Extended Connection.
Steve
Subj: Credit Card Security?
Date: 97-03-18 23:30:55 EST
From: SKY67
If I use the Register Program to pay for Aloha, how secure is my credit card number?
Subj: Re:Never mind...
Date: 97-03-19 18:02:34 EST
From: Jon Gl
<<I'm guessing here but does EC stand for Extended Connection.>>
No. It stands for Error Correction.
-Jon Glass
Subj: Re:Credit Card Security?
Date: 97-03-19 18:04:55 EST
From: Jon Gl
<<If I use the Register Program to pay for Aloha, how secure is my credit card number?>>
If you will look at your email before you send it, you will notice that your CC data will look like a random bunch of letters and numbers. It has been "coded" by the register program. You are safe from all but the most determined thief. And I would think that the ability of the most determined thief to find your email would be almost nil. I have used the register package at least twice, and have had no problems. Go ahead an use it.
-Jon glass
Subj: Aloha 2.3.5 problems
Date: 97-03-24 18:13:05 EST
From: AdamBravo
I've got a 120/2.0 and 2.3.5. After a soft reset, I start with 60-62K free heap. Since upgrading, I've had problems retrieving and reading email. Whereas earlier I could retrieve up to 15 messages, whatever length, no problem, my Newton now logs off after less than 4 messages (sometimes cutting off longer messages in the process). When reading mail, I have a lot of trouble now copying messages to Notes (ie, Cancel/Restart option pops up)--even after resetting and going straight to the Inbox. I also spend a lot more time cleaning up heap. Any ideas/suggestions?
Adam
Subj: Re:Aloha 2.3.5 problems
Date: 97-03-25 12:07:03 EST
From: Jon Gl
<<I've got a 120/2.0 and 2.3.5. After a soft reset, I start with 60-62K free heap. Since upgrading, I've had problems retrieving and reading email. Whereas earlier I could retrieve up to 15 messages, whatever length, no problem, my Newton now logs off after less than 4 messages (sometimes cutting off longer messages in the process). When reading mail, I have a lot of trouble now copying messages to Notes (ie, Cancel/Restart option pops up)--even after resetting and going straight to the Inbox. I also spend a lot more time cleaning up heap. Any ideas/suggestions?
>>
I have been having the same problems. I use FreezeUtils to freeze everything. Then I do a system reset, and hold down the pen on the extreme left of the screen. I will get a dialog box asking if I want to activate the packages on the internal store. I say no, and open the extras drawer, and open Aloha in the extensions folder. That will leave you with about 75k of heap. I still can't get more than 8-10 messages, but that is more than only a couple. This is not a very good work around either. It is frustrating me as well.
Oh, another help. If you get email from mailing lists, or large email from certain senders, you can turn them off using the filters in the aloha prefs.
Let's hope that Hardy fixes this heap problem. :-)
-Jon Glass
Subj: Re:Aloha 2.3.5 problems
Date: 97-03-25 15:45:40 EST
From: Renzamatic
Once connected, close the inbox. The status window will stay open, and the whole process will continue. The Inbox takes a lot of heap space.
-Greg
Subj: another "ignoring Headlines"
Date: 97-03-25 22:31:00 EST
From: GETULA
Does anyone know why it does this lock up at "Ignoring Headlines"????? And is there any change that it will be corrected????? I just paid my $50 and have not been able to get on-line since......What a deal, huh?
Subj: Re:another "ignoring Headlines
Date: 97-03-26 20:27:37 EST
From: PZavaletta
Here's a temporary 'fix' for the problem - actually a workaround. Eject any storage cards, then reset, then immediately hold the stylus in the top right corner, preventing the apps on the internal store from activating. Then tap Aloha in Extensions to activate it, then send.receive. You should be able to get online at that point. This 'solution' was suggested by Hardy Macia, the developer/author of Aloha who attributes this problem to a 'bug' in the MP 2000's use of heap.
PDC Bob thinks that the problem is not with Aloha but with the 2k; I see that you think that the problem is with Aloha. I asked Hardy if he was going to change something in Aloha to 'getaround' this problem and he hasn't responded.
Let me know if this workaround works for you.
Subj: Aloha 2.3.5 (cont'd)
Date: 97-03-26 22:42:44 EST
From: AdamBravo
I've already learned the inbox thing, and, regarding heap, does 2.3.5 take up more space than 2.3.4? I used to be able to launch email with 55K heap.
Bravo
Subj: AOL GlobalNet Support?
Date: 97-03-27 09:41:25 EST
From: HardyMacia
>Does Aloha support AOL GlobalNet access numbers?
Yes, Aloha version 2.x supports AOL GlobalNet.
Hardy Macia
hardy@catamount.com <-- use this email address to contact me
Catamount Software
http://www.catamount.com/
Subj: EC button
Date: 97-03-27 09:43:45 EST
From: HardyMacia
<<I figured out that selecting to EC button allows me to connect. I'm guessing here but does EC stand for Extended Connection.>>
EC stands for Error Correction. Some modems need this and some modems don't. Most 28.8 modems need this box check. It depends on your modem.
Hardy Macia
hardy@catamount.com <-- use this email address to contact me
Catamount Software
http://www.catamount.com/
Subj: Re:Aloha 2.3.5 (cont'd)
Date: 97-03-27 10:17:54 EST
From: HardyMacia
<I've already learned the inbox thing, and, regarding heap, does 2.3.5 take up more space than 2.3.4? I used to be able to launch email with 55K heap.>
There were two changes from 2.3.4 to 2.3.5. 1) fixed the ignoring headline problem, and 2) I tried to get make the length of the message to be downloaded larger if you had enough memory available. #2 worked on the MP130 and MP2000, but I guess it doesn't work very well on the MP120.
While in Germany I logged on with Aloha, sent 74 messages and received 104 messages with Aloha 2.3.5 and my MP130. (So, I do some extensive testing occasionally with Aloha ;-)
Hardy Macia
hardy@catamount.com <-- use this email address to contact me
Catamount Software
http://www.catamount.com/
Subj: Tips: Using Aloha w/ MP2000
Date: 97-03-27 10:27:18 EST
From: HardyMacia
Here are some tips for using Aloha with the MP2000, MP130, and MP120:
Boot Newton without loading extra programs:
1. Reset your Newton
2. Hold the stylus half way down the screen and about 1/4 inch from the left hand edge. This will cause your Newton not to load any programs. The Newton will ask if you want to activate packages on internal store. Tap No and hold the stylus in the same place again. The newton will ask if you want to activate packages on the memory card. Tap No. Now, all of the packages will have X's thru them.
3. Tap on Aloha:VtHick and only activate it.
4. Log on.
Close InBox after Aloha connects:
After Aloha starts dialing you can close the inbox. This will usually free up 20k of heap memory. Once, Aloha is finished receiving mail it will flash a little star in the top center of the screen.
EC Box:
Depending on your modem checking or unchecking the EC box might help your connection. Even if this is set wrong it will sometimes work with some modems. If it is set right you will have better connections.
Modem Setting:
Make sure your modem has the correct type setting. As with EC the correct setting will give you better results. Some setting will not work at all and one will work better than the rest.
Network setting:
If you are hanging at connecting and then
1. What number are you trying to access? Is it a AOLnet number? Have you tried all three settings in the Aloha prefs (AOLnet#1, AOLnet#2, AOLnet#3)?
2. Try a local SprintNet number instead of AOLnet. To get a SprintNet number call the voice system at 800-877-5045. I also have a NewtonBook version of all the SprintNet numbers worldwide on my web site.
Getting Help:
Please post help messages to here first before emailing me directly. There are other Aloha users that might be able to give you faster answers. These users have been a great help.
Hardy Macia
hardy@catamount.com <-- use this email address to contact me
Catamount Software
http://www.catamount.com/
Subj: Re:Aloha 2.3.5 (cont'd)
Date: 97-03-27 12:26:41 EST
From: Jon Gl
<<There were two changes from 2.3.4 to 2.3.5. 1) fixed the ignoring headline problem, and 2) I tried to get make the length of the message to be downloaded larger if you had enough memory available. #2 worked on the MP130 and MP2000, but I guess it doesn't work very well on the MP120.>>
Hardy. Does that mean that you will fix a future version to work better with the 120? Here's hoping you will. I know this stuff is a lot of work for you, and I want you to know that I appreciate your efforts to keep up with all of this. :-)
-Jon Glass
Subj: Re:Montana and Cellular
Date: 97-03-27 20:18:48 EST
From: JShea02368
Sorry but the Montana does not support the Cellular operatiopn on the Newton Platform.
Regards.. Motorlola Support.
Subj: Re:Tips: Using Aloha w/ MP2000
Date: 97-03-28 10:19:34 EST
From: Jon Gl
<<
Boot Newton without loading extra programs:
1. Reset your Newton
2. Hold the stylus half way down the screen and about 1/4 inch from the left hand edge. This will cause your Newton not to load any programs. The Newton will ask if you want to activate packages on internal store. Tap No and hold the stylus in the same place again. The newton will ask if you want to activate packages on the memory card. Tap No. Now, all of the packages will have X's thru them.
3. Tap on Aloha:VtHick and only activate it.
4. Log on.
Close InBox after Aloha connects:
After Aloha starts dialing you can close the inbox. This will usually free up 20k of heap memory. Once, Aloha is finished receiving mail it will flash a little star in the top center of the screen.
>>
Let me add another thing to do.
Go to Power Pen Software. You can find their site in the Newton Weblinks. (But hurry. They are closing up shop on March 31)
Create your own PowerBack backdrop app.
In the Heap option (toward the bottom of the long form) select "Show Heap", and check "Automatically clean heap"
Now. After you have restarted your Newt with all extra apps off, Turn on PowerBack, and make it the backdrop app instead of the notepad.
Turn Aloha on like Hardy said, and follow the rest of his instructions
While your mail downloads, you will see your heap go down, then up. I downloaded 10 messages this morning, and my heap never went below 43k. Much better than restarting on the second piece of email, like before.
Thanks again Hardy for the advice. It works like a charm.
-Jon
Subj: Re:Aloha - AOL UK access?
Date: 97-03-30 14:16:07 EST
From: KramerW
>>Has anyone used Aloha for accessing AOL in England - in London or around Conventry?<<
I used it a couple of months ago. The local phone lines seemed to return busy signals every afternoon. I also used London local Sprint numbers to get to AOL rather than the global net thing.
Subj: Aloha fails to load
Date: 97-03-30 21:20:11 EST
From: Youngag
I downloaded Aloha 2.3.5 from Hardy's board. I converted it into a package for my mp2000. The documentation file and the registration files loaded through NCU fine, but when I tried to load Aloha 2.3.5 pkg, I received an error message "file does not seem to be a package". What should I do?
Subj: Re:Aloha fails to load
Date: 97-03-30 22:55:32 EST
From: PaulNelson
Aloha is not a program you activate by taping on it, it is an extension, when you open the inbox (or outbox) And tap on 'recieve' (or 'send') one of the choices you will be given is Aloha. Thats how you use it.
Subj: Re:Aloha fails to loadnoid.
Date: 97-03-31 22:10:42 EST
From: HardyMacia
Q) My Newton said that neither file appeared to be a package format?
A) A common problem when using Stuffit Expander for Windows is the CROSS PLATFORM preference needs to be set to NEVER for 'Convert Text files to Windows format' and set to NEVER for 'Save Macintosh files in MacBinary format'. When it is not set to never Stuffit Expander leaves in the resource fork. The resource fork is what the Macintosh OS uses to determine which programs can open a file.
If you do not have Stuffit Expander then I have a link to Stuffit Expander for Windows on my web page. If you do have Stuffit Expander then try uncompressing the *.sit or *.hqx file again and reinstalling.
Subj: Aloha and MP2K
Date: 97-04-01 08:42:37 EST
From: MARTINLEDF
I am running the latest version of Aloha and MoreInfo 4.0 on my MP2K. I couldn't collect mail with MoreInfo running, so I froze it. However, even with MoreInfo frozen, I can't collect mail from my AOL mailbox if more than 2 items. Aloha reads 1 mail item then disconnects. And most of the time that mail item is not put in the IN folder on the Newton. I find it in the MAIL READ folder on my computer via AOL.
Subj: Where is my mail?
Date: 97-04-01 20:50:33 EST
From: Still DHM
When I first got my 2000 I tried Aloha and it worked just find. Tonight I decided to make sure it was working before I leave on a business trip and my mail seems to vanish. It logs on just fine...tells me it's reading 1 of 2 and then disconnects without my mail being retrieved. Even though I have the "keep mail on AOL" box checked, when I try to sign beack on the mail is gone...vanished. Any suggestions?
-Diane
Subj: Re:Where is my mail?
Date: 97-04-02 09:47:42 EST
From: MARTINLEDF
The same thing is happening to me, too.
Martin
Subj: Re:Aloha & MP2K?
Date: 97-04-02 17:11:26 EST
From: RobatDNAP
Have all three (Aloha 2.3.5, XJA3288, MP2K), works just fine, though I've not tried it with a cellular connection.
Later,
RobN
Subj: Re:Aloha & MP2K?
Date: 97-04-03 07:51:09 EST
From: TomKC5LAE
>> Have all three (Aloha 2.3.5, XJA3288, MP2K), works just fine, though I've not tried it with a cellular connection. <<
Do you freeze other packages, or boot up without staring the internal applications when you use Aloha?
Subj: NEW ALOHA Released!
Date: 97-04-03 14:15:48 EST
From: PDC Bob
Greetings fellow Aloha - MP2K - MP120 users!
I have just been informed by Hardy that he has a new version of Aloha on his web site. The name is Aloha 2.3.5k for MessagePad2000 or MessagePad120 users.
He has engineered this version to work better in low memory situations that you are likely to experience on the MP120 and the MP2000. You can find the file at this URL:
http://www.catamount.com/Aloha2.html
PDC Bob.
Subj: Aloha works good on MP2k
Date: 97-04-03 17:21:41 EST
From: TomKC5LAE
I've got a MP2000 with a XJA3288 modem, and Aloha 2.3.5. I've received as many as 7 pretty good size messages with no problems at all.
I've got a lean and mean MP2k with no other applications, and I've deleted Nethopper and Newton Internet Enabler.
I also just upgraded Aloha to the newest version, 2.3.5k, and it works just as well. The XJA3288 modem is faster on the Newton than the 28.8 is on my desktop.
Subj: Aloha works good on MP2k
Date: 97-04-03 17:22:46 EST
From: TomKC5LAE
I've got a MP2000 with a XJA3288 modem, and Aloha 2.3.5. I've received as many as 7 pretty good size messages with no problems at all.
I've got a lean and mean MP2k with no other applications, and I've deleted Nethopper and Newton Internet Enabler.
I also just upgraded Aloha to the newest version, 2.3.5k, and it works just as well. The XJA3288 modem is faster on the Newton than the 28.8 is on my desktop.
Subj: 911 Re: Aloha connect
Date: 97-04-04 12:30:33 EST
From: Don84
When I tried to connect using Aloha 2.3.5k on my new MP2K, I got an error message "Sorry, an err occured," with an error code 48200. I believe I had over 100,000 heap at the time. The error occured so fast, I don't think the modem was even asked to perform; however, the Newton had recognized the modem as a communication card. BTW, all this worked fine on my MP130. Anyone care to guess what my problem is?
Subj: Re:911 Re: Aloha connect
Date: 97-04-04 14:46:39 EST
From: Court Jstr
I keep getting "time out messages" after it connects. Any clue why?
Subj: Re:911 Re: Aloha connect
Date: 97-04-04 16:50:22 EST
From: PDC Bob
Hmmm...I tried the new 2.3.5K this afternoon with my MP2K, and talk about "FAST"...all I have to say is SMOKIN!
Even on a good day previous versions I have used were not this fast/good. I did two downloads one from each of my two primary screenames...between both there was an excess of 60 emails...a few of them huge. It worked like a champ.
PDC Bob.
Subj: Re:911 Re: Aloha connect
Date: 97-04-04 16:58:39 EST
From: Jon Gl
<<I keep getting "time out messages" after it connects. Any clue why?
>>
AOL is probably having a problem. I was trying to send email from my Newton at home this morning, and I kept having that problem. I eventually went to my Computer to get my mail, and had the same problem. If you get that, assume that AOL is having problems, not Aloha.
-Jon
Subj: Re:911 Re: Aloha connect
Date: 97-04-04 17:55:27 EST
From: PZavaletta
Glad to hear that - for me Aloha is THE email solution for the MP2k even though I had no trouble getting enRoute to work - it's that Aloha solves the need for a nationwide access number for retrieving email.
Now, if only Hardy/Kagi will release my reg code, I'll be on line.
Thanks,
Peter
Subj: Re:911 Re: Aloha connect
Date: 97-04-04 18:03:47 EST
From: Don84
Here's an update on my previously reported problem.
I fiddled with the modem prefs, and it now works just fine.
Wound up with
Connect using Bottom PC Card and
Modem Setup 14.4 Normal
for my Epson Fax/Modem card
Thanks for your help
Subj: AOLNet #'s will not work
Date: 97-04-05 11:15:27 EST
From: GETULA
I can only access aol with my mp130 on sprintnet numbers, I have tried in NC, SC, & GA. Hardy said try all three AOLNet, but I have and it doesn't worK????Help anyone.....Michael
Subj: Latest Aloha?
Date: 97-04-05 12:53:08 EST
From: JRMolloy
Hardy,
Waht is the latest version of Aloha for the MP 130? I am having difficulties connecting. I get the connecting section then it shows how many messsages there are and then I get a time out error.
Thankyou
John
Subj: Re:Latest Aloha?
Date: 97-04-05 13:50:54 EST
From: PDC Ryan
<<Waht is the latest version of Aloha for the MP 130? I am having difficulties connecting. I get the connecting section then it shows how many messsages there are and then I get a time out error.>>
2.3.5, is the most current, I believe. You can find it at Catamount's WWW site, http://www.catamount.com.
Ryan P. Kennedy
PDC Ryan
PDA Forum Consultant
"Blind Faith Expert"
http://user.aol.com/pdcryan
Nothin' But Newton. Mondays @ 9:30 EST, AOL Keyword: Newton
Subj: Re:Latest Aloha?
Date: 97-04-05 16:37:50 EST
From: TomKC5LAE
<<Waht is the latest version of Aloha for the MP 130? I am having difficulties connecting. I get the connecting section then it shows how many messsages there are and then I get a time out error.>>
<<2.3.5, is the most current, I believe. You can find it at Catamount's WWW site, http://www.catamount.com.>>
2.3.5k is the most current. The "k" version has been recently updated to work better on MP2ks and 120s (and 130s) if you have a low heap memory position.
Subj: MP100 and USRobotics
Date: 97-04-06 12:07:40 EST
From: MSchemen
I am trying to use an external modem USRobotics 28000 with a MP100. I can only use a SprintNet connection. When I try to connect with aloha, it says I can not use >2400. I configure the modem to use 2400 but the sprintnet connection seems to hang.
Aloha get in and says it is skipping the heading information. It never finishes.
Any ideas?
Subj: Re:Latest Aloha?
Date: 97-04-06 16:11:36 EST
From: Jon Gl
<<2.3.5k is the most current. The "k" version has been recently updated to work better on MP2ks and 120s (and 130s) if you have a low heap memory position.>>
It does this by chopping up your messages into smaller pieces. If you don't like that, and can connect with 2.3.5, then don't upgrade. I for one, find the upgrade worth in. (on my 120)
-Jon
Subj: Re:MP100 and USRobotics
Date: 97-04-06 16:11:36 EST
From: HardyMacia
<<Aloha get in and says it is skipping the heading information. It never finishes.>>
Aloha 1.1.1 hasn't been updated to work with the Feb 28 change of protocol by AOL. When I return from my current work trip (4/15/97) I will try to get out version 1.1.2 -- I had a more difficult time making the NOS 1.3 version of ALoha work this time. I'll post an announcement here when it is ready.
Hardy Macia
Catamount Software
http://www.catamount.com/
Subj: Cannot connect a 2nd time
Date: 97-04-06 17:33:01 EST
From: GETULA
I cannot connect a second time after checking mail. I went to the beach and when I returned I have to reset the mp130 or it will lock up at the "connected at 14400." This number worked fine before I left and fine at the beach.
But now I can check my mail, do the replies, but when I go to send it will lock up. IF I hit the reset button at this time it will work???HELP
Subj: Re:Cannot connect a 2nd time
Date: 97-04-07 08:02:36 EST
From: Jon Gl
<< But now I can check my mail, do the replies, but when I go to send it will lock up. IF I hit the reset button at this time it will work???HELP>>
It can't hurt to try it, but my hunch is that it will work. I had the same problem, and resetting it before each connection seems to work. It also helps to close the I/O box right after it connects. Since I have been doing that, I have never failed to connect and get my mail.
-Jon Glass
Subj: Re:911 Re: Aloha connect
Date: 97-04-07 08:24:44 EST
From: SixthPAReg
Does anyone know if a MAC compatible external modem will work with MP110/1.3/Aloha? Also can I use something like a Hayes Accura 28.8 external? Presume that I could use a standard Mac modem cable (DIN to serial)? Will 'modem enabler' from Newton library provide setup for this? I do most of my e-mail at my desk, so I'm not tied to the PCMCIA modem, and would like to be able to leave my RAM card in the 110.
thanks
Subj: Re: External (Mac) Modems
Date: 97-04-07 09:10:07 EST
From: HardyMacia
Yes, the external Hayes Accura modem should work. I think it might work with the default "Hayes Basic" setup. If not you can use ModemModifier by David Pompea to create an Hayes Accura setup.
Hardy Macia
Catamount Software
http://www.catamount.com
Subj: K version w/cruisecard 28.8
Date: 97-04-07 18:42:28 EST
From: Court Jstr
after I connect, it displays the connection speed and then appears to freeze. After about 3 minutes I hit stop and get a timed out error.
Subj: Re:911 Re: Aloha connect
Date: 97-04-07 23:19:23 EST
From: WMasut
Here's a problem I've encountered that I haven't seen yet. I mention it here only because I happened while using Aloha (NOT it's fault), so thought someone else may have seen it.
I ran into the good old "can't complete operation...pls restart" msg. When I hit restart (and this goes for using the reset button, etc), the Newton 2000 I just got simply dies a hard death. I tried all kinds of restarts and resets, to no avail...dead. What finally got it working again was removal of my apple 2meg storage card and modem card. It restarts all day long without them in; but put either of them in and try it...dead.
Anyone else? Any suggestions?
Posting is good...posting and email is better :)
TIA,
Wayne
Subj: Aloha, PostOffice and MP2K
Date: 97-04-09 10:38:00 EST
From: MARTINLEDF
When I SET a phone number in PostOffice for Aloha, it gives me the option to choose area code included or not. However, is there an option to include "9" or "8"? I am staying in a hotel and I have to use "9" to dial-out. With NetHopper, I am able to select my location and have defaulted Hotel to include 9. I can't seem to find that sort of option with Aloha. Any suggestions?
Martin
Subj: Re:Aloha, PostOffice and MP2K
Date: 97-04-09 12:08:42 EST
From: Jon Gl
<<When I SET a phone number in PostOffice for Aloha,>>
What is PostOffice? I never heard of it.
-Jon Glass
Subj: WHere to find?
Date: 97-04-09 15:23:46 EST
From: WBALL
I have a message pad 110 and was using aloha to get aol but need and upgrade where can I find it?
Subj: Connection problem
Date: 97-04-09 22:03:41 EST
From: GETULA
I cannot connect a second time after checking mail. I went to the beach and when I returned I have to reset the mp130 or it will lock up at the "connected at 14400." This number worked fine before I left and fine at the beach.
But now I can check my mail, do the replies, but when I go to send it will lock up. IF I hit the reset button at this time it will work???HELP
Subj: Re:WHere to find?
Date: 97-04-09 22:57:51 EST
From: PDA Craig
You can get Aloha from Hardy's Web page--the link is in the list box at keyword NEWTON (the AOL email on your Newton article).
Craig de Fasselle
PDA Forum Leader
Chats @ 9:30 ET - Keyword PDA
Subj: Some questions from a newbie
Date: 97-04-10 11:33:28 EST
From: Dougl28027
1. I go into notepad, create a new note and route it as mail. The text I've written is listed as the subject. How do I create a message body? I know AOL is particular about not liking empty messages.
2. In my names file, I have AOL users listed as "HardyMacia@aol.com" Will Aloha strip the domain automatically?
3. Have you considered supporting connecting via TCP/IP?
4. How about enabling chat or other features for a fuller featured client?
Thanks!
Doug Greene
Subj: Empty messages...
Date: 97-04-10 13:21:32 EST
From: PDC Sensha
When you create the new message, tap once on the small icon at the upper left side of the screen (it's a note, outline or checklist). This will open a "slip" that has the date and time of the note's creation. Scrub this out and enter your title, something like "Email PDC Sensha for directions to PDA Pizza Party", then close the slip. Voila, you now have a title that will go into the subject field. It's just that simple...
Terry L. Stibal (PDC Sensha)
PDA Forum Technology Bad Guy, and head pie guy at the PDA Pizza Party Part Deux; mark the evening of August 6, 1997 on your calendar and plan to join the rest of the AOL on-line gang at Bertucci's Brick Oven in Boston
Subj: Re:WHere to find?
Date: 97-04-10 14:28:15 EST
From: Jon Gl
<<You can get Aloha from Hardy's Web page--the link is in the list box at keyword NEWTON (the AOL email on your Newton article).
>>
Except the version you will download won't work. Hardy hasn't been able to fix 1.1 for older Newtons yet. He posted a couple of days ago, saying he was having problems, and he won't get to it for a few more days.
It looks like OS 1.x days are numbered. Remember, If Aloha breaks, it is AOL's fault, not Hardy's. Bad news, I know, but I'm sorry.
-Jon Glass
Subj: Re:Some questions from a newbi
Date: 97-04-10 14:32:24 EST
From: Jon Gl
<<1. I go into notepad, create a new note and route it as mail. The text I've written is listed as the subject. How do I create a message body? I know AOL is particular about not liking empty messages.
>>
Don't worry. It is also in the body of the message. Aloha defaults to using the first few characters of the note for the subject too. Just erase the text of the subject, write in the subject you want, and mail it. Go to the outbox, and open the mail. You will see the text there in the body.
As a shortcut to the subject, you can name the note by clicking on the little icon at the upper left of the note. (In OS 2) This will become the new subject.
-Jon Glass
Subj: Re:Some questions from a new
Date: 97-04-10 16:00:41 EST
From: TomKC5LAE
<< 2. In my names file, I have AOL users listed as "HardyMacia@aol.com" Will Aloha strip the domain automatically? >>
You can enter the name as "HardyMacia" and then tap the diamond to the left of the email address to select America Online as the service. Likewise, you can select other services from the pop-up list.
Subj: Aloha Through WorldNet?
Date: 97-04-11 04:16:18 EST
From: FBEACHAM1
I access AOL through AT&T Worldnet on my Mac. Is it possible for me to use Aloha on my Newton MP 2000 to connect to AOL through Worldnet? Or is Aloha limited to direct dialing AOL numbers only?
Thanks,
Frank Beacham
Subj: XJA-3288...
Date: 97-04-11 16:24:42 EST
From: PDC Bob
Greetings all...got my XJA-3288 in today...popped it in...and while it is recognized by the 2K as a Modem I am timing out with errors on hook up with AOL via Aloha. I have successfully sent/received a fax...and talked with SOS-APPL and they seemed convinced it is not the Modem or the 2K.
Are there any words of wisdom from folks who are currently using the XJA-3288 and the 2K? I know you are out there...I can hear you breathing <g>.
I am gonna try and hook to CIS with "that" mail program next...just curiousity.
PDC Bob.
Subj: Re:XJA-3288...
Date: 97-04-11 16:49:19 EST
From: Court Jstr
I have the same set-up and problem. This is my third post on the subject, any help is appreciated.
Subj: Re:XJA-3288...
Date: 97-04-11 17:05:53 EST
From: KOSMOCORP
I also have the exact problem with the XJA 3288 and Aloha 3.2.5k. What gives?
Subj: Re:XJA-3288...
Date: 97-04-11 17:15:40 EST
From: PDC Bob
Well....I tried the CISMail.pkg and got similar results...nada...two minutes of handshake and zippo.
I have an email from MHZ (which I got prior to receiving the modem) that said to make sure I had the latest firmware which is OI03M. You do this by putting the modem into a PCMCIA slot on your laptop and typing ATI3 in a terminal program.
Now...first problems first...I am a WIN/PCer...so none of the setup disks will work for me...to include the flash upgrade to 33.6, so I may find it hard to install the modem to do "any" testing of it...but will try it in the slot with HyperTerminal in any case next.
I am now on hold (on the other line <g>) with MHZ to see if they have any recommendations.
If I had to make a semi-literate guess...I'd say that even though I just got this in the mail...and PDA Direct just got it in the mail a few days earlier...maybe it was on a back shelf at MHZ and in fact, does not have, the latest firmware...thus I need to accomplish that somehow with a PC...this should be interesting. But this is grasping at straws...and may be a mile off base.
The plot clots....
PDC Bob.
Subj: Re:XJA-3288...
Date: 97-04-11 17:20:57 EST
From: PDC Bob
>I also have the exact problem with the XJA 3288 and Aloha 3.2.5k. What gives?
Well in Hardy's defense, the same kind of thing happened with CISmail too...do you other two folks have PCs or Macs?
PDC Bob.
P.S. Still on hold with my favorite Modem Company :(
Subj: Re:XJA-3288...
Date: 97-04-11 18:16:12 EST
From: EarthSci76
I wonder who is PDC Bob's "favorite Modem Company"? And why hasn't he told us? Hmmm.
Subj: Re:XJA-3288...
Date: 97-04-11 18:48:25 EST
From: PDC Bob
>I wonder who is PDC Bob's "favorite Modem Company"? And why hasn't he told >us? Hmmm.
Well...I got off the phone with "MEGAHERTZ" and the answer was to send it in for a checkup...brand new modem...good grief. PDC Bob.
Subj: Re:XJA-3288...
Date: 97-04-11 20:04:21 EST
From: PDC Bob
Well...the continuing saga...utilizing the MHZ XJ-2144 configuration in AOL...the XJA-3288 is working...actually I am using it right now <g>...so it is not the modem.
Now for those you who are interesting in this saga...remember that MHZ said to insure that I had the OI03M firmware? Well...I do not. I seem to have the OI03D-V34_LP on it now.
So I guess, that my first thought...not current firmware may be the solution...now how to update it from a PC...stay tuned! PDC Bob.
Subj: Re:XJA-3288 up grade
Date: 97-04-11 22:59:24 EST
From: Video In2
I did it on my PC its now 33.6 but still gets hung up Firmware up grade is not the anwser did it about a month ago then just gave up
Subj: Re:XJA-3288 up grade
Date: 97-04-12 06:52:28 EST
From: PDC Bob
>I did it on my PC its now 33.6 but still gets hung up Firmware up grade is not the >anwser did it about a month ago then just gave up
Video In2,
Can you tell me how you did it on a PC? I went to the MHZ web site last night and found two files...one a BIN the other a SEA...both Mac files I believe. So I am unsure what good they'll do me.
Now...bear in mind that (if I understand what they said correctly) there are two steps to this upgrade...one to 33.6 the other to the most recent firmware. Did you do both steps? The folks at MHZ told me to insure this was done for it to work with the Newton OS. Remember that OI03M is the one we need...and FYI after finally getting the modem to work with WIN95 HyperTerminal, I found that mine had OI03D-V34_LP which is the firmware from prior to November of last year if you believe the web site.
Now....if I can consolidate data from all the folks in the forum who have 2K's and XJA-3288s when I call MHZ/Apple on Monday it will only help the situation. Now it would be nice to hear from those with problems...and really nice to hear from someone who is using this combination and it is working. I seem to remember someone in a chat recently saying that it was for them.
Hey...what a bargain...you give me the data...and I'll load my arsenal and charge the fortress <gs = grim smile>. Then of course post the results to the Forum.
PDC Bob.
"LOOK OUT!"
The Last Boyscout is on a Mission!
Subj: Re:XJA-3288.
Date: 97-04-12 07:43:22 EST
From: KOSMOCORP
Bob,
As I mentioned, I'm having the same problem with my XJA 3288 & 2K. It seems to work fine for FAXing (both send & receive) but not with the latest version of Aloha OR connecting with my ISP via NIE & EnRoute. I use a PB 3400/180 and have not upgraded the firmware as you suggested. Good luck in sluthing this out.
David
Subj: Re:XJA-3288.
Date: 97-04-12 08:06:04 EST
From: PDC Bob
<<As I mentioned, I'm having the same problem with my XJA 3288 & 2K. It seems to work fine for FAXing (both send & receive) but not with the latest version of Aloha OR connecting with my ISP via NIE & EnRoute. I use a PB 3400/180 and have not upgraded the firmware as you suggested. Good luck in sluthing this out.
David>>
David,
Could you check in a basic terminal program...type in ATI3 and let me know what firmware you have? That will help me to help you (and all of us) in this. PDC Bob.
Subj: Re:XJA-3288.
Date: 97-04-12 09:17:10 EST
From: Court Jstr
I have no problems with enroute, nethopper, etc. ONLY ALOHA 2.3.5.K
Subj: Re:XJA-3288.
Date: 97-04-12 09:48:53 EST
From: PDC Bob
>I have no problems with enroute, nethopper, etc. ONLY ALOHA 2.3.5.K
That is interesting! I have tried only Aloha and CISMail...but as I use CIS as my ISP for NetHopper, I doubt that it will work either. I do not use En Route.
Which ISP are you using for NetHopper?
As I have mentioned I get one of basically two things trying to connect to AOL/CIS...either the connection times out or it will give me a squealing handshake for about two minutes then drop.
PDC Bob.
Subj: Re:XJA-3288...MISSION ACCOMP
Date: 97-04-12 11:47:22 EST
From: PDC Bob
Greetings all!
The smug look you'd see on my face (if you "could" see my face <g>) would tell you that I've solved the problem "without" MegaHertz' tech support folks help.....without direct help that is....I used the web site...a lot of self-study/self-searching/downloading/reading....and most of all, a lot of frayed patience between last night and this morning.
I am also sorry to say I have to run, so I cannot post a step-by-step now. But I "will" do so tonight sometime.
...suffice it to say that I have flashed the modem (to the latest firmware)
...I have connected to both AOL and CIS
...sent and received email (at 57000 baud!!!!!) on Aloha and CISmail
...and....drum-roll please...done so not only via landline but also with my Nokia 232 Cellular modem as well!!!!
More later!
PDC Bob
"The Last Boyscout"
MISSION ACCOMPLISHED!
Subj: Re:XJA-3288...MISSION ACCOMP
Date: 97-04-13 04:01:24 EST
From: Video In2
XJA-3288 Modem now works with compuserve @ 57,600.! But not with aloha still gets hung up in headlines! Ohh well its been along nite I did this a month ago and gave up.PDC Bob made medo it
still waiting for his step by step installation of this whole mess.
Subj: Re:XJA-3288...MISSION ACCOMP
Date: 97-04-13 07:21:20 EST
From: KOSMOCORP
Waiting too!
David
Subj: Re:XJA-3288.
Date: 97-04-13 07:32:47 EST
From: Court Jstr
I use Netcom as my ISP and have had no problems. Sending and receiving Internet Email it so simple (no actual application to run) I'm thinking of not advertising my AOL account anymore unless a solution comes along.
Note: I have only had a couple of out of memory mesagges while browsing, and have never had a reset. (most of the time I text browse though.
It does seem to make sense for ALOHA to support the internet connection kit, for dial ups, as AOL allows TCP connections. Then busy signals and the such would be only a memory.
Jester
Subj: Re:XJA-3288...MISSION ACCOMP
Date: 97-04-13 07:37:13 EST
From: PDC Bob
<<XJA-3288 Modem now works with compuserve @ 57,600.! But not with aloha still gets hung up in headlines! Ohh well its been along nite I did this a month ago and gave up.PDC Bob made medo it still waiting for his step by step installation of this whole mess.>>
My apologies...just plain ran out of time last night before writing up a step-by-step...I'll work on it today...bad thing is it will be a bit long...
PDC Bob.
Subj: Re:XJA-3288...Part ONE.
Date: 97-04-13 11:00:50 EST
From: PDC Bob
OK...
...I am going to break this down into two chunks...what situation I started with and what I tried that did not work...and then the next posting will be what I did that worked. That way those folks like me who don't want to listen to anything but "how can I fix this" can take that route without listening to me rant and rave. Bear in mind even on the "what worked side" I am not going to rant/rave about the hours of searches, reading, calling the BBS, waiting on hold for Tech Support, etc. you'll be happy to hear <g>.
So here we go:
I have a WIN95 Fujitsu Monte Carlo Laptop, an Apple MP2000, Nokia 232 Cellular Phone, and an XJA-3288 modem. Having said that when I got the 3288 in the mail I had all MAC disks and no way to utilize them. I had an inkling of a problem when I emailed MHZ about the Cellular Cable prior to receiving the modem (which I ordered and received) and they cryptically said "insure you have the right firmware, it should be OI03M" on the email...hmm silly me, new modem should be ready....but I digress...
Steps to realize I had a problem:
1. Get coupon in the mail from Apple saying "get a free keyboard or 80.00 rebate on the XJA-3288 modem". Mistake one...made the supposition that "this" modem must be out-of-the-box compatible with the 2K if Apple is giving a rebate.
2. Ordered the modem from PDA Direct (my favorite folks, try em, you'll like em)...had a fiasco with FEDEX (I will not go into the long details on this but....just insert your favorite curse words here <g>).
3. Friday, after finding the 300.00's worth of PDA accessories in a box the size of a briefcase bulging under the mat on my porch (see the end of 2. for here as well)...realize I am not going to use FEDEX again if I can help it.
4. Pull modem out of the box, insert in the 2K...happily see the "communications card has been inserted" sign on the 2K. Changed modem preferences to MegaHertz 28.8 CC in Modem Prefs, and attempted to connect to Aloha...no dice...I tried this a good number of times and either got drop-offs (numerous errors) and/or a two/three minute hand-shake and 2K freeze or drop off.
5. Realized all was not well...as a check I sent/received a fax...no problems. So data side is all that is in question. Tried CIS-Mail (which...forgive me Hardy...seems to be a bit more forgiving on connection) and NetHopper with CIS as ISP with the same results...OK...not Aloha's fault...all software is doing the same sort of thing.
6. Call MHZ...spent an hour online (not counting on-hold time) no luck...after trying a few things, their suggestion: send it back to them for a repair/check. I'll not go into each step I took with MHZ, as I'll go over them in the next half as part of what "did" work.
7. Last step in the first part of this process....curse and swear that I'll never buy another MHZ modem again after my problems previously with the XJ-1144 and now with the XJA-3288 modem.
END OF PART ONE
PDC Bob.
Subj: Re:XJA-3288...PART TWO
Date: 97-04-13 11:05:08 EST
From: PDC Bob
PART TWO - XJA-3288 Modem and the 2K
OK...the important part...what to do (now...bear in mind...this is with a WIN95 system and it did work for me...I hate to do this but I have to...I cannot take any responsibility for how you do this...there is a step involved when you flash upgrade a MHZ modem, that if you do it wrong could make the modem inoperable...so you do this flash upgrade at your own risk...I'd also recommend using the tech bulletins I'll cite below as a safety reference...but will try to give you all you need here):
1. Take the XJA-3288 modem and insert it in your laptop. WIN95 will recognize it as an XJA-3288. Tell it to use the alternate modem setup (vice I have a disk). Use the XJ-2144 modem data under MHZ in the modem setup choices...this "will" work to get you online.
2. Using WIN95 HyperTerminal (in accessories or whatever basic terminal program you have) click on it and then start a new dialing setup...call it test (or whatever). Talk directly to the modem (or to the COM port...whatever your modem is on)...the reason for this is to determine what firmware you have on it. Type in AT&F&W (enter) you'll not see anything while you type, this is OK, the modem should respond with OK. Then in the window type in ATI3. When you hit return you'll get something like this (make sure you are talking to the modem...this was a problem I had...I was getting nothing because I was not either talking to the modem or the Com port at first):
OI03D-V34_LP
This is what I got and is "NOT" what you want to see by the way. This is the firmware from prior to last November. Now if after typing in ATI3 you see OI03M-V34_LP then I cannot help you much, cause this "is" the latest firmware and you may have a hardware problem...but lets go on. OK you now know if you need the flash-upgrade to the latest firmware.
3. The next step is to get the darn software to allow you to do the flash upgrade on the card, the firmware upgrade itself. I went to http://www.megahertz.com/ and followed the trail to the tech support area.
you do a search on UPGRADE and XJA-3288 the two files you want are:
XJA-3288.HQX and OMI03.BIN
Also what you want is Bulletin 3057 "how to obtain & install Flash Utility with WIN 95" and Bulletin 3110 "how to use our Flash Utility in WIN95" What they tell you is to go to the MHZ BBS and download the DOS and Windows programs (together in a ZIP file) and give you step-by-step info for using the upgrading programs.
Get these by doing a search on 3110 and 3057 in the tech support search.
4. OK...now to get the WIN program. In HyperTerminal dial the MHZ BBS (801-320-8840) and download the program. In short...log onto the BBS with HyperTerminal..give em your name/address to log onto the system...at the main menu press U...choose the option that says XJA-3288 modem (or something similar...this "is" from memory after all), choose Z for Zmodem, the flash program will transfer. When it is finished press (enter). Choose G for goodbye and Y for YES. You'll disconnect. Now back in Windows, in the upper left of HyperTerminal click on FILE, EXIT. Answer NO to the prompt.
5. In the HyperTerminal folder/window there will be a new icon...it is AC001.EXE or something similar. You might want to copy it to an empty TEMPORARY subdirectory first...so you can clean up later...but that is up to you. Execute the program...you'll end up with the various programs you'll need to flash-upgrade.
WELL LOOKS LIKE WE GOT CUT OFF DUE TO SIZE....looks like we'll need a part three too....PDC Bob.
Subj: Re:XJA-3288...PART THREE
Date: 97-04-13 11:08:23 EST
From: PDC Bob
XJA-3288 and 2K...last part.
6. Get everything else into one sub-directory and unstuff/unzip it (I used Aladdin's utility for this). You'll end up with PF.EXE and PFWIN.EXE and a few XXXX.UPG files...of course the UPG you want is OI03M....ignore PF.EXE it was nothing but an irritant as it did not seem to want to work under WIN95. I finally used PFWIN.EXE.
7. THIS IS THE IMPORTANT PART...CLOSE EVERYTHING DOWN IN WIN95...if something interrupts the process in the middle THE MODEM CAN BE MADE INOPERABLE! They recommend using PF.EXE in WIN95 safe mode...with no TSRs running...this did not work for me. So I used PFWIN.EXE and made sure nothing was running in WIN95 (like System Agent for example).. The PFWIN program is menu driven...and easy...just follow the steps as it gives them...it will auto-detect the modem, then it will find the UPG files in the sub-directory...specify the OI03M one...the program will do the rest.
8. When this is complete...eject and reinsert the modem (or restart WIN95). Go through step 2. above again to verify that you have the new flash-upgrade on the card...that is it.
Now you should find that Aloha, CIS and NetHopper will work on the Landline at 57600 baud!!! As to Cellular...this is still a bit spotty...I had a mixed bag of success with Aloha and CIS...and NetHopper never worked.
But..what the heck...one step at a time <g>.
Please read these three posts closely...read the two tech support bulletins, and with that and the three files I've mentioned...you aught to do just fine.
PDC Bob...tired but successful (I'll keep my fingers crossed for you).
Subj: Aloha 1.1.2 Uploaded
Date: 97-04-13 14:39:38 EST
From: HardyMacia
To all of the NOS 1.3 Aloha users:
I've uploaded Aloha 1.1.2 to my website <http://www.catamount.com/Aloha.html>.
This version fixes the ignoring headlines problem that started occuring in February.
Hardy Macia
Catamount Software
http://www.catamount.com
Subj: International SprintNet
Date: 97-04-16 09:33:46 EST
From: Youngag
I just returned from New Zealand and was surprised to find my AOL bill charged at 40 cents a minute! I used the local SprintNet numbers in Auckland and Wellington at 14.400 baud. I did not try the AOL Global Net numbers because Hardy has recommended we use SprintNet for reliability/simplicity sake. Unfortunately SprintNet was 4x more expensive! When I got to Honolulu, I got a message that AOL could not be accessed throught the local SprintNet number. I did eventually get through on AOLNet, but at .50 a try through my hotel number, this having to experiment on mulitple configurations (AOL1, 2 etc) is frustrating and expensive. Anyone have any ideas on how to minimize the problem? I am also following the discussion on the Megahertz CruiseCard configuration, I ended up using the 14,400 setting with error checker enabled to connect to AOL, couldn't do it through the CruiseCard modem setting.
Subj: Re:International SprintNet
Date: 97-04-16 14:01:16 EST
From: Tom 288
<< Anyone have any ideas on how to minimize the problem?>>
Never use SprintNet travelling overseas unless it is your only option (for example, those of you using PCAOL don't have an AOLNet or AOLGlobalNet option). It works, but it is EXPENSIVE! And it is also limited to 14.4K. Those of you with 28.8 modems won't be able to use the higher speeds.
AOL GlobalNet access numbers are only 10 cents a minute, as opposed to International SprintNet numbers, which are 40 cents a minute for the cheapest countries and 80 cents a minute for other countries.
Tom
Subj: Re:Aloha 1.1.2 Uploaded but.
Date: 97-04-18 06:30:21 EST
From: SixthPAReg
I spoke with Hardy last night and there is a question as to whether 1.1.2 actually got in there or if it is still 1.1.1. I downloaded 1.1.2 from the Catamount web site (www.catamount.com) and in windows it said the file name is Aloha1.1.1.pkg, and it wouldn't work. Hardy will be back from the deep deep south in a few days and take a look at it. Y'all be patient and just hang on a few more days! Remember, he didn't break it, and should be commended for continuing his support.
Subj: Enter Serial Number?
Date: 97-04-18 15:33:54 EST
From: FBEACHAM1
I just bought Aloha and got the serial number over the phone. I tried to enter it and Aloha loses it each time I enter it. Hardy is out of town til Monday and I'd like to use the Newton before then.
One factor I note is the serial number is matched to the owner name. In this case, the program was registered in the name of a corporation, not an individual. I tried making the corporation the owner but it still did not work.
Anybody out there that can help?
Thanks,
Frank Beacham
(800) 290-2001
Subj: Can't retrieve mail
Date: 97-04-20 00:40:26 EST
From: TEDean
I have a MP2000, Aloha 2.3.5 and when trying to revieve mail, it logs on, says it's ignoring headlines, sometimes counts messages and then hangs up with no messages received in the inbox. Any help is appreciated.
TEDean@aol.com
Subj: Re:Can't retrieve mail
Date: 97-04-20 08:18:25 EST
From: PDC Bob
<<I have a MP2000, Aloha 2.3.5 and when trying to revieve mail, it logs on, says it's ignoring headlines, sometimes counts messages and then hangs up with no messages received in the inbox. Any help is appreciated.>>
A quick question...what modem are you using?
And a possible solution...go to Hardy's web site and get the 2.3.5K version. It is much more MP2K friendly. It breaks the incoming email into 2K chunks and seems to work fine. PDC Bob.
Subj: Re:Can't retrieve mail
Date: 97-04-20 23:04:43 EST
From: TEDean
<A quick question...what modem are you using?
It's a Megahertz XJ2144 14.4 Gold series
And a possible solution...go to Hardy's web site and get the 2.3.5K version. It is much more MP2K friendly. It breaks the incoming email into 2K chunks and seems to work fine>
I have the 2.3.5K version.
Thanks,
TEDean@aol.com
Subj: Printing E-mail
Date: 97-04-21 18:31:59 EST
From: NoGuilt
Once I down load e-mail from AOL using Alhoa, I can't seem to be able to print it from the in/out box. Can someone please give me a little assist
Subj: Re: Modems
Date: 97-04-21 18:49:15 EST
From: NoGuilt
Hello Hardy,
I am using the Motorola Montana33.6/PC card. It seems work thus far. However, I get a lock up whenever I try view e-mail that has an attached documnent. I am not interested in downloading the attachment, but I would still like to be able to either read the mail or skip it without a freeze. Also, sometimes everything seems to just stand still and I press the stop button, but nothing happens. When I try to shut off the Newton, I get a message that I still have a connection. (Using a MP 2000). Finally, are there some modems that do no not suck the energy out of batteries so quicikly? - Thanks for your help
Subj: Re:Printing E-mail
Date: 97-04-21 20:50:51 EST
From: HardyMacia
Copy the email to the Notepad and print from the Notepad.
Hardy Macia
Catamount Software
http://www.catamount.com
Subj: Re:Can't retrieve mail
Date: 97-04-21 20:52:10 EST
From: HardyMacia
See the previous message about freeing up memory before logging in. It could be you have a little about of heap memory avilable so it still drops the connection.
Hardy Macia
Catamount Software
http://www.catamount.com
Subj: Connection times out
Date: 97-04-21 22:24:54 EST
From: Dougl28027
Using Aloha 2.3.5k, a Megahertz CruiseCard 28.8, and an MP 2000.
I've been able to connect fine several times from outside my house, but everytime I've tried to connect from my home, it says "connecting at 57600" and then the connection times out (error -16005).
I also tried calling Catamount on the phone. It was disconnected! Does this mean no more telephone support?
Doug Greene
Subj: Re:Aloha 1.1.2 Upload
Date: 97-04-22 08:29:00 EST
From: SixthPAReg
When I downloaded the aloha version from www.catamount.com I copied the one which said 'for pc' but this was 1.1.1. You need to copy the 1.1.2 'for Mac' and this is in HQX compression format. If you don't have 'Stuffit' by Aladin Systems, you'll need it. Worked fine downloading from my pc to my 110. A big thanks to Hardy Macia!
Subj: Email Overseas
Date: 97-04-24 08:54:41 EST
From: MSrebnik
To configure Aloha for overseas use do I
a) Set network to AOLGlobalNet and then what tel no do I enter?
AOL 800-716-0023 or GlobalNet number for where I will be staying?
b)Next what number do I enter for access phone number for the Network?
Help soon would be greatly appreciated as I leave today for trip!
Thanks
MSrebnik
Subj: Re:Email Overseas
Date: 97-04-24 12:26:46 EST
From: Jswu
MSrebnik writes:
>To configure Aloha for overseas use do I
>
>a) Set network to AOLGlobalNet and then what tel no do I enter?
> AOL 800-716-0023 or GlobalNet number for where I will be staying?
>b)Next what number do I enter for access phone number for the Network?
I travel a lot in Europe and have had little problem acessing my AOL mail with my Newton.
You need to get the local access numberof the city you are staying in. You can check the AOL list of cities. AOLGlobalNet is available in most major European cities. Or you can try SprintNet, call Sprint for a number. Just make sure you indicate the type of acess number you are dialing in Aloha.
The 800 number won't work, because it is a toll-free number within the US telephone network. You won't be able to access it outside the US (yes, AT&T isn't the telephone company in most foreign countries).
You will also need to get a telephone jack converter. Most non-US telephone companies do not use the same jack. You might try looking in a computer store over there. Most modems sold use the US telephone jack, so they usually carry a jack converter.
Help soon would be greatly appreciated as I leave today for trip!
Thanks
MSrebnik
Subj: Re:Connection times out
Date: 97-04-24 12:49:04 EST
From: HardyMacia
<<I also tried calling Catamount on the phone. It was disconnected! Does this mean no more telephone support?>>
I was probably out of town when you called anyway, but my phone number as listed on my website and in my docs is 802-372-9512 and is still active. If you see a 802-865-2728 number anyplace it has been disconnected for a year now...please let me know where you have seen the disconnected number and I will fix the file if possible.
As for your problem, if you are connecting from lines outside of your house sucessfully with the same phone number then you shouldn't have any problems from your house unless you have noisy phone lines which could confuse the connection.
Hardy Macia
Catamount Software
Subj: Re:Email Overseas
Date: 97-04-24 12:54:01 EST
From: HardyMacia
<<a) Set network to AOLGlobalNet and then what tel no do I enter?
AOL 800-716-0023 or GlobalNet number for where I will be staying?
>>
You will use the GlobalNet number for where you are staying. Go Keyword<A HREF="aol://1722:buddyview">:</A> GlobalNet (<A HREF="aol://4344:2286.icintlac.23920682.542573361">International Access</A>).
<<b)Next what number do I enter for access phone number for the Network?>>
The network will be set to GlobalNet and the phone number will be the number you find above.
Hardy Macia
Catamount Software
Subj: Registration and Connection
Date: 97-04-26 01:22:36 EST
From: Lynton
What's the normal turnaround for registration? I registered last weekend, received a confirmation from the registration company within 24 hours, but didn't receive anything last week as of today.
I've also had a problem described in an earlier message: it logs on, says it's ignoring headlines, sometimes counts messages and then hangs up with no or just a single message received in the inbox. Real annoying problem.
Subj: Timeout
Date: 97-04-27 20:41:03 EST
From: JR88keys
Hi, Hardy-
I, too, seem to be timing out when checking mail. I've tried the reset/don't load packages routine, but I'm curious-is Aloha configured to get past the annoying "Special Offer" screens that AOL sometimes (too often for me) put on during logon? Hmm...did that make sense?
I was just wondering if I didn't check my mail for several days, maybe accrued one or two "Special Offers," would that cause Aloha to time out?
Thanks!
Jim
Subj: Re:Timeout
Date: 97-04-27 21:07:57 EST
From: PDC Bob
<<I was just wondering if I didn't check my mail for several days, maybe accrued one or two "Special Offers," would that cause Aloha to time out?>>
While I am sure that Hardy will correct me if I am wrong...you'll note when Aloha logs in...it says "Ignoring Headlines" as part of the login messages. That is Aloha "ignoring" things like Special Offers. PDC Bob.
Subj: Re:Email Overseas
Date: 97-04-28 05:21:10 EST
From: Tom 288
<<The 800 number won't work, because it is a toll-free number within the US telephone network. You won't be able to access it outside the US >>
Interestingly enough, the European telcos have been making some changes that allow you to dial US 800 numbers directly now. For example, in the Netherlands, you merely change the 800 to 880 and you get a recording warning you that the number is not toll free for you, but then the call goes through.
For example, if I want to dial a US number from the Netherlands that is 800-123-4567, I would dial 001-880-123-4567. "00" is the international code from the Netherlands, "1" is the USA country code, and then the rest of the number. Obviously, it is NOT toll free for you, but at least you can connect without using a US calling card as the only option.
Tom
Subj: Aloha in Zurich, Switzerland
Date: 97-04-29 06:01:38 EST
From: RRabassa
Is there an AOL access point in Zuroch without a surcharge?
Thanks!
Rich!
Subj: Re:Registration and Connection
Date: 97-04-30 18:12:52 EST
From: HardyMacia
Registrations usually take anywhere from 2-5 days.
Lynton, you should have your code by now. I'll send it again just incase.
Hardy Macia
Catamount Software
http://www.catamount.com/
Subj: Re:Registration and Connection
Date: 97-04-30 18:14:08 EST
From: HardyMacia
<<I've also had a problem described in an earlier message: it logs on, says it's ignoring headlines, sometimes counts messages and then hangs up with no or just a single message received in the inbox. Real annoying problem. >>
You are running into the heap bug with Aloha. Make sure you have version 2.3.5k and then try restarting without activating packages. (See who in previous message)
Hardy Macia
Catamount Software
http://www.catamount.com
Subj: Re:Registration and Connecti
Date: 97-04-30 23:15:35 EST
From: TEDean
Might have been posted earlier, but I use Backdrop Plus, reset my mp2000, start in/out box, make the connection, close in/out box and tap the screen. By doing this, it keeps heap free and I am able to download all my email.
TEDean
Subj: connects at 58800 but doesnt
Date: 97-04-30 23:34:20 EST
From: HardyMacia
Alan Young wrote from his Newton:
I was getling frustrated trying to USe Aloha from New Zealand through Sprintnet. But I noticed the baud rate on connection was 58,800 which I knew Was wrong. So I changed Aloha's seHing to normal 14,400 with EC enabled. It worked great. I am using the Cruise Card 28.8 modem. Is this normal? Feel free to post this On AOL's Newton Forum.
Subj: Addressing Aloha mail Tip
Date: 97-04-30 23:37:20 EST
From: HardyMacia
I don't think I've documented this anywhere so here is a tip for Aloha.
Write your email to whomever.
Dear John,
Check out what I can do with Aloha.
--Sally
Hilite the person's name (John) and then choose Mail from the envelope icon. Aloha will search Names for matches and give you a list of email address that match that name.
Hardy Macia
Catamount Software
Subj: Registering Aloha
Date: 97-05-02 07:41:17 EST
From: GraceN911
I purchased Aloha from PDA Direct. It came as two diskettes (one Mac, one PC) in a Zip disk jewel case. The instructions say to send the serial number on the diskette in for registration, but there isn't one on either diskette label. The only number in evidence on the package is on a white bar coded sticker on the back of the jewel case. Is this it? and if not, what should I do?
Subj: Re:Addressing Aloha mail Tip
Date: 97-05-02 15:47:49 EST
From: Renzamatic
Hilite the person's name (John) and then choose Mail from the envelope icon. Aloha will search Names for matches and give you a list of email address that match that name.
This is so cool!! I have been using Aloha for over a year and never knew this.
-Greg
Subj: Re:Registering Aloha
Date: 97-05-03 14:24:35 EST
From: HardyMacia
Grace,
The jeweled box version of Aloha is distributed by PowerMedia for Catamount Software. I've forwarded your posting to PowerMedia and they will followup on this for you.
Hardy Macia
Catamount Software.
Subj: Re:Registering Aloha
Date: 97-05-03 19:54:35 EST
From: GraceN911
Thanks tons. May I just say I've always been impressed by your service and the quality of Catamount's products. I wish the bigger software fish would take some lessons from you :)
Subj: Re:Registering Aloha
Date: 97-05-03 22:42:07 EST
From: PDA Craig
> Thanks tons. May I just say I've always been
> impressed by your service and the quality of
> Catamount's products. I wish the bigger software
> fish would take some lessons from you
That's for sure, and I can't resist the temptation to make a personal comment. Many Newton owners have lamented the lack of an AOL client for Newton (I agree with their basic complaint), but some refuse to consider Aloha as an option because they feel $50 is too much.
Yes, it's on the higher end of shareware prices, but Aloha has provided reliable AOL email capability on the Newton for over two years now. It's broken a few times, and Hardy has always fixed it in record time. In fact, his fixes have been more rapid that AOL's repairs to the ROM clients in Magic Link and Zoomer (they've broken a few times due to system changes).
Yes, I think AOL should support Newton and other PDAs. But unless or until they do, I submit that Newton owners have an outstanding option with Aloha, and the fee is more than justified by both the capability of the program and Hardy's responsiveness and care of his customers.
Just my two cents,
Craig de Fasselle
PDA Forum Leader
Chats @ 9:30 ET - Keyword PDA
Subj: Re:Registering Aloha
Date: 97-05-04 09:43:39 EST
From: PDC Bob
<<Yes, I think AOL should support Newton and other PDAs. But unless or until they do, I submit that Newton owners have an outstanding option with Aloha, and the fee is more than justified by both the capability of the program and Hardy's responsiveness and care of his customers.>>
Absolutely, positively, without doubt, unequivocably, true!
I spent three/four months last last year without a PC (mine was winging its way somewhere between the Middle East and Virginia)...my "only" link to email on AOL (and thus work, family, and friends) was my Newton and Aloha.
"NUFF SAID!"
PDC Bob - a/k/a - Bob - a/k/a - Robert L. Hicks
AOL PDA Fourm's Newton Book maker and accessory addict!
Check out our "extensive" selection of Edgar Rice Burroughs Newton Books!
New books this week include: "Pinocchio," "Peter Pan," "Desert Gold," "The Lost City," and "The Book of Tea."
Subj: Stopping Loggon Order Screen
Date: 97-05-04 15:38:23 EST
From: HardyMacia
I just found out how to stop AOL from popping up the order solicitations we all receive when we log onto to AOL.
Go to Keyword "MarketngPreferences" and turn them off.
Hardy Macia
Catamount Software
Subj: I agree...
Date: 97-05-04 16:45:56 EST
From: PDC Sensha
...with Craig and Bobbo, with one exception: Hardy's more like a lizard, or something along those lines, than a fish...
hehehehehehehe
Terry L. Stibal (PDC Sensha)
PDA Forum Technology Bad Guy, and head pie guy at the PDA Pizza Party Part Deux; mark the evening of August 6, 1997 on your calendar and plan to join the rest of the AOL on-line gang at Bertucci's Brick Oven in Boston
Subj: Re:Stopping Loggon Order Scree
Date: 97-05-06 00:13:03 EST
From: R Chan
Thank you very much, Hardy! The ads were getting annoying!
-- Ray
Subj: Location Preferences
Date: 97-05-06 00:27:54 EST
From: MARTINLEDF
When I log on with AOL in different places, I have to put a "9" or "70" before the number. My locale settings allows these numbers to be automatically inserted when using NetHopper or Enroute. Is there a way for AOL to use these defaults, too?
Subj: First time user questions...
Date: 97-05-08 12:29:56 EST
From: AAPRTemp44
I'm posting here because this seems to be the mostly likely spot for a quick answer.
I'm a new 120 user (four weeks now). I've downloaded but not installed Aloha from Catamount's website. My wife's PB 190 has a US Robotics Sportster 28.8 PCMCIA modem in it. I'd like to use that same modem in my 120 and use it to check my AOL email while I'm hospitalized in Albany NY freeing up a kidney I don't seem to need for my brother who finds himself short a couple.
Questions:
1. Will the Sportster work? If no one knows, would I be able to make a reliable assessment merely by trying to fax something? Is there some special setup I need to perform?
2. I'm in the Navy and I'm a geographic bachelor so I've set up work sites for my work location in Virginia and for Mayport Florida where I live. My only home site is currently set for Virginia where I must spend most of my time. Do I need to set up another work site for Albany to send and receive email from that location?
3. In the event the Sportster won't work with the 120 - is a GV Teleport Gold II external modem (came with my Peforma 631) an option? It seems to draw power from the serial port, so I'm not optimistic?
4. If the GV won't work - what's about the least expensive reliable PC or external (smaller is better) modem for the Newton which is readily available? 14.4 or even 9.6 connectivity is fine for my purposes.
Thanks for your assistance. They don't want me lugging anything more than 10lbs after the surgery so the PB 190 is out of the question and the 120 seems just about perfect for this if I can get all the pieces in place.
Dave Rogers
Subj: Re:Location Preferences
Date: 97-05-08 19:25:20 EST
From: HardyMacia
Serg Koren wrote a program to switch locals for Aloha. I forget the name of it but I still have a link to his website from my Aloha page... Try <http://www.catamount.com/Aloha2.html> and at the bottom will be Serg's link.
Other than that there isn't a way for Aloha to switch locations automatically. It has been requested, but I've never had the time to figure out how to support the locations. So, you can create different phone numbers in Aloha's phone popup...
*70,555-1234 @home with call waiting off
9,555-1234 @work
555-1234 @home
1802555-1234 @away from home
Hardy Macia
Catamount Software
http://www.catamount.com/
Subj: Re:First time user questions..
Date: 97-05-08 19:29:29 EST
From: HardyMacia
1. I think the USR Sportster 28.8 PCMCIA modem will work, but I'm not certain. I use an external USR Sportster 28.8 and it works fine with Aloha.
2. Yes, you will need to find the local number in Albany if you want a local connection. Otherwise you can try using the 800 # from wherever you are at, but there is a $6 per hour charge for using the 800#.
3. GV modems don't have a good track record with the Newton, but I'm not sure about the TP Gold II.
4. You can try to find on of the old Newton external (cigarette pack) modems. It's only 2400, but it is fine for sending and receiving email.
Hardy Macia
Catamount Software
http://www.catamount.com/
Subj: Re:First time user questions..
Date: 97-05-08 21:01:21 EST
From: AAPRTemp44
Thanks Hardy, I hope to plug it in tomorrow and give it a try.
Dave Rogers
Subj: Re:Stopping Loggon Order Scr
Date: 97-05-09 00:02:46 EST
From: DavemanOne
Now that is something that never came in my AOL Tip of the Day. That may be just as important in making AOL more enjoyable as ALOHA has done.
Thanks
Dave
Subj: Re:First time user questions..
Date: 97-05-10 17:30:33 EST
From: Jon Gl
<<3. GV modems don't have a good track record with the Newton, but I'm not sure about the TP Gold II.
>>
this modem gets it power from the Mac's ADB port, so it won't work with the Newton.
-Jon Glass
Subj: Re:First time user questions..
Date: 97-05-10 17:51:28 EST
From: AAPRTemp44
>>this modem gets it power from the Mac's ADB port, so it won't work with the Newton.<<
Actually, I think it gets its power from the serial port because nothing is plugged into the ADB port except the keyboard; but that is the issue which gave me pause regarding its usefulness with the Newton.
The USR is going into the 120 tomorrow, we shall see.
Dave Rogers
Subj: Re:First time user questions..
Date: 97-05-12 22:33:24 EST
From: Jon Gl
<<Actually, I think it gets its power from the serial port because nothing is plugged into the ADB port except the keyboard; but that is the issue which gave me pause regarding its usefulness with the Newton.
>>
Given some thought, and you are half-correct. It is my parent's old TP Bronze that came with the Performa that got its power from the ADB port. Their TP Gold II used an external power supply. I realized that when I remembered that they had problems turning it off when I first set it up. They were used to the modem turning off with the computer, and it didn't do that any more.
-Jon
Subj: cellular/28.8 cruise card
Date: 97-05-13 01:35:48 EST
From: DrJPK
Has anyone been able to use the cruise card to connect with aloha..I can connect to my internet provider and get web pages ok but slow. However, no aloha via sprint net...it connects but then times out.
Subj: Gongs
Date: 97-05-13 04:04:09 EST
From: RRabassa
Hello,
I've been using Aloha for about a week (just registered it today). When I call in for e-mail, I get 2 loud gongs when its done. Is this just to tell me that its done? I sometimes also get these gongs if something went wrong (e.i. dropped connection) and then my MP2000 powers off...
What could this be?
Thanks!
Rich!
Subj: "Copy to Notes" problem.....
Date: 97-05-13 13:34:16 EST
From: KurtLoh
Whenever I recieve my E-mail, I use the "copy to Notes" feature. But just yesterday when I tried this, I recieved a message that read "Sorry, a problem has occured (77)." Anybody know what this error (77) is? Is this a memory problem? If so, what can I do? I have tried throwing away ALOHA and putting it back on my MP120, but the same message comes up. If anyone knows any info, please feel free to E-mail me directly. Thanks in advance.
Kurt
Subj: Re:Gongs
Date: 97-05-13 15:51:42 EST
From: PDC Bob
<<When I call in for e-mail, I get 2 loud gongs when its done.>>
This is just to let you know that Aloha has hung up and is finished with the line.
PDC Bob.
Subj: Registration
Date: 97-05-13 16:37:04 EST
From: AGuenzel
I have registered and received my number, but I can't seem to get Aloha to record it anywhere. I just get instructions that my 14 days has expired and I need to register it. Can you help? I have Aloha 2.3.5K on a MP2000 with a Cruise Card 28.8. Thanks.
Anne Guenzel
Subj: Re:First time user questions..
Date: 97-05-13 16:50:44 EST
From: AAPRTemp44
>>Given some thought, and you are half-correct. It is my parent's old TP Bronze that came with the Performa that got its power from the ADB port. Their TP Gold II used an external power supply.<<
Hmmmm...I think I'm 100% correct, there is no other connection to my Teleport Gold II other than the serial port and the phone line. So unless it's drawing power from the phone line, it's getting it from the serial port. Does the Newton serial port provide power? Does the keyboard need power? Maybe the TP Gold II would work, though it might require more power than the 4 AA's provide.
In any event, the Sportster will hopefully get inserted later tonight. It may all be moot.
Dave Rogers
Subj: Re:cellular/28.8 cruise card
Date: 97-05-14 20:30:32 EST
From: KramerW
>>Has anyone been able to use the cruise card to connect with aloha..<<
I use it all the time. Almost daily. Originally, I had to fiddle with the settings, and I found using the Apple-supplied modem driver, EC checked, and selecting the right network connection, it works like a champ everytime. I've had problems with the new 888 connection number, but the old 800 number works just fine for me. And the card works on both my (now retired) 120, and the new MP2K.
Hope this helps.
Subj: Need Help Retrieving Mail
Date: 97-05-14 23:10:24 EST
From: PrairFire
I'm running a MP2000 and 2.3.5.
Trying to make it work before I take off on a trip Sat morning.
I'm logging on to AOL without problem. I get the box that says logged on.
But, I do not get my mail. Am I supposed to do anything else once I'm connected. I've read the manual and it seems that all you do is sit there and Aloha get the mail.
Nothing happens at all.
I sent a test message. It's waiting to be picked up. It's lonely.
What should I do?
Thanks.
Steve Herzberg
Subj: Re:Registration
Date: 97-05-14 23:23:41 EST
From: PaulNelson
AGuenzel wrote:
I have registered and received my number, but I can't seem to get Aloha to record it anywhere. I just get instructions that my 14 days has expired and I need to register it. Can you help? I have Aloha 2.3.5K on a MP2000 with a Cruise Card 28.8. Thanks.
Response:
Open the inbox (or outbox, it dosen't matter which) then select 'Aloha Preferences' from the 'I' menu. The top of the box has a place for the registration number.
Hope this helps.
Paul
Subj: Re:First time user questions..
Date: 97-05-15 15:41:50 EST
From: Jon Gl
<<Hmmmm...I think I'm 100% correct, there is no other connection to my Teleport Gold II other than the serial port and the phone line. So unless it's drawing power from the phone line, it's getting it from the serial port. Does the Newton serial port provide power? Does the keyboard need power? Maybe the TP Gold II would work, though it might require more power than the 4 AA's provide.
>>
There must be two kinds of TP Gold II's, because my parent's definitely has a brick plugged into the wall. The power supply is grey, if I recall. Oh well.
-Jon G
Subj: Connect Problems Aloha 1.1.1
Date: 97-05-15 23:17:07 EST
From: RalphT4608
I just downloaded Aloha v1.1.1; however, I am having difficulty connecting to AOL as when I get to the "connecting" sequence, nothing else happens.
I am trying to log on to AOL with the external Apple Modem that came with the MessagePad 120. I am also using a 28.8 access number even though the modem is a 2400 bps.
Any suggestions would be appreciated.
Ralph Treat
Subj: Re:Connect Problems Aloha 1.
Date: 97-05-15 23:48:56 EST
From: JLoudon
I think you need 1.1.2...
jim
Subj: Re:"Copy to Notes" problem....
Date: 97-05-16 15:19:49 EST
From: HardyMacia
(77) error is not a normal error. It is related to bad package or memory...
Two things to check.
1. Reset the Newton and see if that helps.
2. Is the Notepad open? Aloha might require the notepad be open-- I don't remember.
Hardy Macia
Catamount Software
http://www.catamount.com
Subj: Re:Registration
Date: 97-05-16 15:21:40 EST
From: HardyMacia
AGuenzel wrote:
I have registered and received my number, but I can't seem to get Aloha to record it anywhere. I just get instructions that my 14 days has expired and I need to register it.
Hardy's Response:
You need to make sure your name is set in the owner info as the registration email stated. The registration code goes in the in/out box -> "i" button -> Aloha Prefs -> Registration code line.
Hardy Macia
Catamount Software
http://www.catamount.com
Subj: Re:Need Help Retrieving Mail
Date: 97-05-16 15:24:41 EST
From: HardyMacia
Steve said:
>I'm logging on to AOL without problem. I get the box that says logged on.
What does the box say exactly? It makes a big difference in the possible problem.
>But, I do not get my mail. Am I supposed to do anything else once I'm
>connected. I've read the manual and it seems that all you do is sit there and
>Aloha get the mail.
Aloha will Dial ###, Connect at ###, Connecting to Network, Ignoring Headlines, sending message # of #, reading headers ##, reading message # of # and then log off.
Hardy Macia
Catamount Software
http://www.catamount.com
Subj: Stuck at Connecting....
Date: 97-05-16 23:09:23 EST
From: CougarLisa
I'm using a Message Pad 100 with 1.3 OS and 415333 system update. I'm using the demo 1.1.2 and after it dials, it connects then nothing. Have configured prefs with my name and password. I'm using a Newton External box modem and have the 2400 baud box checked....any ideas of what to do next?
Lisa
Subj: Re:Stuck at Connecting....
Date: 97-05-17 17:19:15 EST
From: HardyMacia
<<I'm using a Message Pad 100 with 1.3 OS and 415333 system update. I'm using the demo 1.1.2 and after it dials, it connects then nothing. Have >>
You need to be connecting to a SprintNet number. Call 800-877-5045 to get a local SprintNet number. Also, you might need to have the <=2400 box unchecked in the Aloha Prefs.
Hardy Macia
hardy@catamount.com <-- use this email address to contact me
Catamount Software
http://www.catamount.com/
Subj: Re:Stuck at Connecting....
Date: 97-05-17 22:00:12 EST
From: CougarLisa
<<You need to be connecting to a SprintNet number. Call 800-877-5045 to get a local SprintNet>>
Exactly where I was going wrong....I was trying to log on using an 800 number, it took the local access Sprint number on the first try!
Thank you for your prompt reply.
Sincerely,
Lisa
Subj: Disconnecting w/out mail
Date: 97-05-26 13:44:57 EST
From: Dougl28027
I've been having two interesting problems:
1. Some AOLnet numbers work for me, while others do not. Why would this happen?
2. Much more seriously, all this month I've been unable to receive mail. I connect, it sends my mail, starts reading my first mail message, and then disconnects without putting any messages in my In Box.
I'm using 2.3.5k and an MP2000.
Doug
Subj: Re:Disconnecting w/out mail
Date: 97-05-26 16:20:05 EST
From: HardyMacia
<<2. Much more seriously, all this month I've been unable to receive mail. I connect, it sends my mail, starts reading my first mail message, and then disconnects without putting any messages in my In Box.
>>
Close the Inbox and the Extras drawer once Aloha starts dialing. This will free up 20k+ of heap and allow Aloha to get more of your messages. You should also reset before logging in.
And if you still can't download mail try resetting without packages activated. <-- Look back a few posts it has been mentioned a bunch of times already. It might even be in the Tips area.
<<1. Some AOLnet numbers work for me, while others do not. Why would this happen?
>>
Have your tried the AOLNet #1, #2, and #3 setting for the numbers that do not work? I think there is a forth protocol also, but so far I only know if it somewhere in NC.
Hardy Macia
Catamount Software
http://www.catamount.com/
Subj: Scrambled titles
Date: 97-05-28 17:45:26 EST
From: AdamBravo
For some reason, efforts at retrieving AOLmail via Aloha on my 2000 are resulting in mostly clear messages (sometimes garbled at the ends) with the message 'titles' misaligned by one, ie the first message has the second message's title, the second message has the third message's title, etc. Anyone else run across this?
Bravo
Subj: Re:Scrambled titles
Date: 97-05-28 21:21:43 EST
From: Fnoor
could be just a bit of bad programming. A simple patch should be able to fix it until they go around an fix it for real. But since I don't have the source code I can't say.
Subj: Re:Scrambled titles
Date: 97-06-02 14:23:09 EST
From: HardyMacia
I've had a couple reports of the scrambled titles happening, but nothing in many months. I haven't been able to reproduce the results so I can't figure out what is going wrong.
Hardy Macia
Catamount Software
http://www.catamount.com
Subj: Aloha & Buddy Lists
Date: 97-06-04 00:20:46 EST
From: Bruzerdude
Does anyone know if you show up on people's AOL buddy lists when connected via Aloha?
Subj: Re:Aloha & Buddy Lists
Date: 97-06-04 15:01:23 EST
From: PDC Bob
<<Does anyone know if you show up on people's AOL buddy lists when connected via Aloha?>>
You certainly do. PDC Bob.
Subj: Re:Aloha & Buddy Lists
Date: 97-06-04 18:21:52 EST
From: HardyMacia
BruzerDude wrote:
<<Does anyone know if you show up on people's AOL buddy lists when connected via Aloha?>>
PDC Bob wrote:
>>You certainly do. PDC Bob.
I haven't tested it, but I think you only show up with the parens around your name in the buddy list. Or, whatever means not available for chats.
Hardy
Subj: Re:Aloha & Buddy Lists
Date: 97-06-04 19:51:14 EST
From: PDC Bob
<<I haven't tested it, but I think you only show up with the parens around your name in the buddy list. Or, whatever means not available for chats.>>
Actually I have tested this...had my Mother on one phone line (teaching her to use her "new" laptop....starting with no computer background knowlege at all <g>)...while I sent her an email with my 2K on my other line...so she'd see it come in, etc.
What you get is the standard BuddyList notification...the screen-name pops up...with an asterics "*" which means that is the most recent person from your BuddyList to logon.
Then depending on the amount of email in your que..you go off. The parenthesis means this person has just logged off. Then you'll note that the next time the BuddyList updates its screen...whomever had parents...are then gone.
I am sure that the only way to find if someone is available for a chat is to highlight them in the BuddyList and tap IM..or locate. It will then come with a window saying..."is online and available for chat" or not...as the case may be.
PDC Bob.
Subj: Re:Scrambled titles
Date: 97-06-04 21:16:46 EST
From: AdamBravo
Happened to me again today. For your records, I've got an MP2K, the basic Newton modem, and am accessing through SprintNet. Hope this helps...
Bravo
Subj: Errant POP
Date: 97-06-06 14:08:41 EST
From: Dougl28027
I've found an AOLnet POP that I cannot connect to through any of the three settings. It's (516) 560-2120. On all settings, I connect, but then time out.
Doug
Subj: slow modems
Date: 97-06-07 02:58:11 EST
From: NeilLinc
Would a 2400 baud modem be to slow to be practical for e-mail? Even for just a few messages per night (it's for my wife)?
Subj: Re:slow modems
Date: 97-06-07 07:07:21 EST
From: PDC Bob
<<Would a 2400 baud modem be to slow to be practical for e-mail? Even for just a few messages per night (it's for my wife)?>>
While it would be a bit slow, it would certainly be usable. I still have one of those 2400/9600 baud modem/fax black boxes Apple was giving away with the 120 when it first came out. It is a good, reliable backup modem.
Actually when I had a 120/130 it was the only way to store faxes/email/webpages/whatever to the storage card if your internal was taken up by programs like Aloha, CISMail, NetHopper, NIE, and Setup...just as an example.
That way I could keep from dumping everything from internal memory when I wanted to surf the net...I'd just use the external modem and store to the memory card.
PDC Bob.
Subj: Using Calling card numbers
Date: 97-06-08 20:37:55 EST
From: Renzamatic
I have been using Aloha for years, and just recently had a need to be able to make a call using a calling card number. I am sure that this has been discussed, but can someone remind me how I might do this with Aloha. Is there a manual dial?
-Greg Renza
renzamatic
Subj: Getting past Headlines
Date: 97-06-08 20:45:49 EST
From: MPGMcClary
I have a MP100 and have, in the recent past, used Aloha 1.1 without a problem. Lately, I've not been able to get past "Ignoring Headlines." Any thoughts. I'm using the little Newton fax/modem that came with it.
Thanks
Subj: Re:Getting past Headlines
Date: 97-06-09 20:28:44 EST
From: HardyMacia
You need version 1.1.2 of Aloha to get past the Ignoring Headlines. (NOS 1.3)
Hardy Macia
Catamount Software
http://www.catamount.com/
Subj: Re:Using Calling card numbers
Date: 97-06-09 20:30:18 EST
From: HardyMacia
Enter a ',' comma in the phone number field in Aloha Prefs, dial the calling card numbers, wait until you hear the modem pick up on the other end and tap Connect in the Aloha connect slip.
Hardy Macia
Catamount Software
http://www.catamount.com/
Subj: Re:slow modems
Date: 97-06-09 20:31:27 EST
From: HardyMacia
<<Would a 2400 baud modem be to slow to be practical for e-mail? Even for just a few messages per night (it's for my wife)?>>
A2400 baud modem works fine on for e-mail. That is what my girlfriend uses too.
Hardy Macia
Catamount Software
http://www.catamount.com/
Subj: Re:slow modems
Date: 97-06-09 21:53:03 EST
From: Jon Gl
<<While it would be a bit slow, it would certainly be usable. I still have one of those 2400/9600 baud modem/fax black boxes Apple was giving away with the 120 when it first came out. It is a good, reliable backup modem.
>>
That's my sole connection for my Newton. I use it for AOL and faxing all the time. It is tortous to use with AOL's 800 number, but if you have a local call, it's not so bad. Between my wife and I, we will receive 50 pieces of email a day while traveling, so it can handle it if it's all you have. If you have another faster modem. you might be able to connect it using the hayes basic setting. I used to use an AT&T modem at 9600 while at home, and it worked fine.
-Jon Glass
Subj: Re:Using Calling card numbers
Date: 97-06-09 21:55:30 EST
From: Jon Gl
<<Enter a ',' comma in the phone number field in Aloha Prefs, dial the calling card numbers, wait until you hear the modem pick up on the other end and tap Connect in the Aloha connect slip.
>>
Oh. I didn't know that. I usually type in the number in notes, then copy them into the phone field. Learn something new every day...
-Jon
Subj: Re:Using Calling card number
Date: 97-06-09 22:59:28 EST
From: Renzamatic
How do have your phone line connections? I assume you mean manually dial from a telephone. Then what do you do, swap the phone line really quick? or do you need to have some kind of Y connections? or can you manually dial using a phone keypad from within Newton? I think I am missing something basic here.
-Greg
Subj: Re:Using Calling card number
Date: 97-06-12 07:47:01 EST
From: Jon Gl
<<How do have your phone line connections? I assume you mean manually dial from a telephone. Then what do you do, swap the phone line really quick? or do you need to have some kind of Y connections?>>
For myself, I bought one of those $3 y-jack connectors. I don't like not having phone connections. I just plug it in to the phone or wall jack, and keep both the phone and modem connected until I leave. (I unplug the modem, though. It seems to drain the battery to keep it connected.)
-Jon G
Subj: Re:Scrambled titles
Date: 97-06-18 21:48:23 EST
From: WMasut
Haven't been able to sign on in awhile, but about every other time I download mail from AOL vs Inet, I get mismatched titles. Guess I'll read on to see if Hardy was able to reproduce the error.
Subj: Ignoring Headlines
Date: 97-06-20 10:36:11 EST
From: HardyMacia
To stem off the inflow of messages about Aloha hanging at ignoring headlines starting on June 20th,1997... It is a result of that *$#@$ yellow screen telling you about a new game area. I'm heading out of town in about an hour and won't be able to look at Aloha until I return next week.
Hopefully, this will clear itself up, but if it doesn't then I'll take a look at it next week.
Hardy Macia
Catamount Software
http://www.catamount.com
Subj: Time outs with a TDK Modem
Date: 97-06-22 11:49:29 EST
From: Honu1
I have a TDK DataVoice3400APB modem, and am getting time outs every time I try to connect with AOL, no matter what I do -- all three AOLnetworks (1-3), and sprint.
ANyone know how to get this to work? My purchase of the Newton is in part dependent on this working... THanks
I am getting the feeling that this is not exactly a reliable process, judging by the hundreds of messages posted here that report similar problems. Is this a function of ? what? any ideas as to whether the reliability and stability of all this will increase? What is the most reliable way to use email on the Newton? Through an ISP only?
Subj: Re:Time outs with a TDK Modem
Date: 97-06-22 13:51:10 EST
From: AprilTrak
Hi,
Sorry I don't have a solution but I have use Aloha and the TDK DataVoice3400APB modem with my MessagePad 120 and have no problems except when my heap is low or I am low on memory. Restarting and deleting unnecessary programs lets me access. I do know that a good phone line always helps.
Good Luck,
April
>From: Honu1
I have a TDK DataVoice3400APB modem, and am getting time outs every time I try to connect with AOL, no matter what I do -- all three AOLnetworks (1-3), and sprint.
ANyone know how to get this to work? My purchase of the Newton is in part dependent on this working... THanks
I am getting the feeling that this is not exactly a reliable process, judging by the hundreds of messages posted here that report similar problems. Is this a function of ? what? any ideas as to whether the reliability and stability of all this will increase? What is the most reliable way to use email on the Newton? Through an ISP only? <
Subj: Re:Time outs with a TDK Modem
Date: 97-06-24 12:59:40 EST
From: HardyMacia
Most of the messages you have seen on here are from users trying to setup Aloha correctly. Once, setup you shouldn't have any problems using it.
Do you have the EC (error correction) box checked in the Aloha Connection Slip? If not then check it and try again. For 28.8 modems you will need this checked.
Hardy Macia
Catamount Software
http://www.catamount.com
Subj: Connecting but not getting..
Date: 97-06-26 07:09:36 EST
From: SaintBSA
Hi. Just got the MP2K with a MegaHertz XJA3288. When I sign on to AOL, everything looks good - even tells me I'm connected at 57.6K! Then, nothing. No mail is sent or received. The Newt seems like it's almost frozen, and I eventually get the "timed out" message.
Here's what I've done to try to deal with this:
*Frozen packages
*Checked "EC" under prefs
*Loaded and re-loaded the Aloha software
*Haven't set any filters
*Have tried modem prefs at both "28.8 and faster" and "MegaHertz Cruise 28.8", makes no difference. Also, under "connect using" I've checked-off "Any PC Card"
*Tried SprintNet and AOLnet #1 - no difference
I e-mailed Hardy directly about this, and he suggested checking-off on "EC" (which I had not done), and setting modem prefs to "28.8 and faster", which I also had not done. Neither approach got me e-mail, so before pestering Hardy again, I thought I'd throw it out to all my fellow Newties and see if any of you could offer me counsel.
Thanks!
Subj: Re:Connecting but not gettin
Date: 97-06-26 15:56:23 EST
From: PDC Bob
<<*Tried SprintNet and AOLnet #1 - no difference - I e-mailed Hardy directly about this, and he suggested checking-off on "EC" (which I had not done), and setting modem prefs to "28.8 and faster", which I also had not done. Neither approach got me e-mail, so before pestering Hardy again, I thought I'd throw it out to all my fellow Newties and see if any of you could offer me counsel.>>
Sounds overall like you've hit most things...but here are a few possibilities one obvious...and one not so obvious.
The obvious: Are you sure that the Service matches the phone access number? I mean...insure that you are using a SprintNet setting with the SprintNet access number...and that you've checked all the possibilities for the AOLNet numbers 1, 2, 3, 800, etc....you'd be surprised...I've messed this one up before and only caught it after the third look <g>.
The not-so-obvious: What firmware (flash-upgrade) is on your XJA-3288? I did a full three-part write up on this modem with the 2K a couple months ago in this folder. It details the step-by-step instructions to insure you have the latest firmware and if not how to update it. The directions/description is for a PC using Windows...I'd think it should be a simple task if you have a Mac and can access the disks included with the modem (which I could not).
PDC Bob.
P.S. I use the MegaHertz CruiseCard setting in my Modem prefs...also...I bought my XJA-3288 the first week in April if memory serves....it had this firmware on it:
OI03D-V34_LP
It should be OI03M to work optimally with the 2K. B.
Subj: Latest Aloha Version
Date: 97-06-28 21:42:47 EST
From: RandyFong
I purchased Aloha last year for my Newton 120 and now I have a MP2000. What is the procedure to upgrade to the newest version?
Randy
Subj: Re:Latest Aloha Version
Date: 97-06-29 07:10:04 EST
From: PDC Bob
<<I purchased Aloha last year for my Newton 120 and now I have a MP2000. What is the procedure to upgrade to the newest version?>>
Randy,
The best version for the 2K is called 2.3.5K. It can be found on the Catamount www site which you can reach thorough the Newton Resource Center's Web links on the main NRC window. If memory serves this was an incremental update which was "no cost."
PDC Bob.
Subj: Aloha and Ricochet Modems
Date: 97-06-29 15:52:25 EST
From: RandyFong
I am trying to set-up my MP2000 using Aloha 2.35 to access AOL through my Ricochet modem. When I access AOL through this radio modem on my laptop, I don't dial a number to AOL, I dial into Ricochet which then plugs into AOL through some sort of back door method.
So how do I define my Aloha settings in my MP2000? Do I try to put the Ricochet number in?
Randy
Subj: Aloha+XJA-3288+Emate=Nothing
Date: 97-07-09 22:41:27 EST
From: Typemastrs
I am having all the problems you all have described, using Aloha 2.3.5 , I don't get past Connecting or Ignoring Headlines. Can't send either. I am bemused. Does the workaround described previously work on an Emate? Failing that, can anyone recommend an E-mail service that Does work well with the Newton system?
Strother @ Typemasters Design
Subj: Re:Aloha+XJA-3288+Emate=Noth
Date: 97-07-10 19:05:26 EST
From: PDC Bob
<<I am having all the problems you all have described, using Aloha 2.3.5 , I don't get past Connecting or Ignoring Headlines>>
I did a rather extensive, three-part post on this a few months back in this folder...I'd recommend a read of it.
There are a few things that you can check for currency...the firmware on your 3288...also are you using 2.3.5 or 2.3.5K. The "K" version is the best bet (Hardy did this specifically for 2.1 OS Newtons). I could not get the 2.3.5 to work either. But in the end, after updating my firmware on the 3288 and using 2.3.5k...I seem to be doing OK.
PDC Bob.
Subj: Brand New to Newtons...
Date: 97-07-17 15:32:18 EST
From: JHBowl
I just got a Newton 110 as a gift from a friend, and have downloaded Aloha 1.1.1 from the internet for use with my AOL account while not at home. I was very anxious to try it out, but when I got to the "Ignoring Headlines" message, my Newton didn't do anything more, and then finally gave the error message -48809. What does this mean? Have I missed something? I haven't registered yet (I should have five more days of my trial period) -- could that be the problem?
FYI- the gift included the FAXMODEM card (by Megahertz)...the specs are:
model number-H0086
data:2400 baud
fax:9600 baud (I haven't even attempted to fax yet....)
Thanks in advance!
-Jack B.
Subj: AOL Start-up Ads
Date: 97-07-18 07:30:11 EST
From: EarthSci97
I seem to remember someone explaining how to disable this Aloha nemesis. Anyone know how?
Subj: Re:AOL Start-up Ads
Date: 97-07-19 15:33:47 EST
From: PaulNelson
>>I seem to remember someone explaining how to disable this Aloha nemesis. Anyone know how?<<
Keyword: My AOL, then select preferences, then select marketing preferences, Then select pop-up preferences. In that area click where it says 'I don't want any pop-up ads' or somthing similar to that. That should get rid of the start-up ads.
Subj: Re:Brand New to Newtons...
Date: 97-07-19 15:36:57 EST
From: PaulNelson
>>I just got a Newton 110 as a gift from a friend, and have downloaded Aloha 1.1.1 from the internet for use with my AOL account while not at home.<<
You need to get Aloha 1.1.2 which is available at Hardy's web site at www.catamount.com.
Subj: Re:AOL Start-up Ads
Date: 97-07-19 21:06:19 EST
From: Aargh001
>Keyword: My AOL, then select preferences, then select marketing
>preferences, Then select pop-up preferences. In that area click
>where it says 'I don't want any pop-up ads' or somthing similar
>to that. That should get rid of the start-up ads.
Is there a "I don't want you to call me at home trying to sell me things" checkbox? ;)
--Aargh!
Subj: AOLNet timing out
Date: 97-07-19 23:22:57 EST
From: PaulV80659
I've got a MP2K and Aloha 2.3.5k, and I'm trying to access the Newark, DE AOLNet number (302-454-5200), but I get a "Connection timed out" error message with all three of Aloha's AOLNet settings. Any suggestions?
Thanks,
Paul
Subj: registering via the web
Date: 97-07-19 23:25:44 EST
From: PaulV80659
Has anyone tried registering Aloha via Kagi's web site (http://www.kagi.com)? Can anyone tell me what the turnaround time is in getting a registration number?
Paul
Subj: Re:registering via the web
Date: 97-07-20 20:12:08 EST
From: SusanLMG
I registered yesterday and received automatic confirmation e-mails from Kagi.
They stated that I would hear from Catamount in 5-7 days.
Susan Gustafson
Subj: Re:AOL Start-up Ads
Date: 97-07-21 13:45:48 EST
From: EarthSci97
Paul, AOL seems to have changed that section. I can't find "marketing Preference" or anything related.
Thanks anyway.
Wes
Subj: Re:AOL Start-up Ads
Date: 97-07-21 18:41:55 EST
From: PDA Craig
> Paul, AOL seems to have changed that section. I can't find "marketing
> Preference" or anything related
Try keyword MARKETING PREFS
Subj: Re:AOLNet timing out
Date: 97-07-21 21:26:32 EST
From: HardyMacia
<<I've got a MP2K and Aloha 2.3.5k, and I'm trying to access the Newark, DE AOLNet number (302-454-5200), but I get a "Connection timed out" error message with all three of Aloha's AOLNet settings. Any suggestions?
>>
Try checking the EC (error correction) checkbox if it is not checked. This seems to be another common problem. Basic rule is if you have a 28.8 and greater modem then check EC. Otherwise leave it unchecked unless it doesn't work then check it. You will have to try all 3 aolnet setting again.
Hardy Macia
Catamount Software
http://www.catamount.com/
Subj: Re:AOLNet timing out
Date: 97-07-22 01:18:46 EST
From: PaulV80659
><<I've got a MP2K and Aloha 2.3.5k, and I'm trying to access the Newark, DE >AOLNet number (302-454-5200), but I get a "Connection timed out" error >message with all three of Aloha's AOLNet settings. Any suggestions?
>>>
>
>Try checking the EC (error correction) checkbox if it is not checked. This >seems to be another common problem. Basic rule is if you have a 28.8 and >greater modem then check EC. Otherwise leave it unchecked unless it doesn't >work then check it. You will have to try all 3 aolnet setting again.
I've got a Megahertz 33.6 Ethernet modem, and I've been keeping the EC box checked while accessing the AOLNet network from a city other than Newark and it's been working fine. I tried the Newark number again with EC off (with all three AOLNet settings), and I still get the time out error.
I recall mention of a North Carolina number that uses a fourth AOLNet configuration not available with Aloha. Could this be the case with the Newark number?
Paul
Subj: Re:AOL Start-up Ads
Date: 97-07-22 07:14:02 EST
From: EarthSci97
Got it!
Thanks Craig,
Wes
Subj: Re:AOLNet timing out
Date: 97-07-24 20:46:05 EST
From: HardyMacia
<<I recall mention of a North Carolina number that uses a fourth AOLNet configuration not available with Aloha. Could this be the case with the Newark number?>>
Yes, it could be a problem. It seems newer AOLnet numbers use the newer protocol. Try looking up an AOLnet number for Newark in the AOLNet reference guide on my website <http://www.catamount.com/Aloha2.html>
hardy
Subj: AOL telemarketing prefs!
Date: 97-07-29 22:44:43 EST
From: TsmytheR
>>Is there a "I don't want you to call me at home trying to sell me things" checkbox? ;)
--Aargh!<<
Hey, Aargh!
I know you thought you were kidding, but I finally went there to check it out, and, lo & behold, you CAN ask not to be called at home!! Now, if you could just edit the bulk-block list the have to let a few of them in....If you have all of the listed sites blocked, hotmail and a few other very good domains are blocked. If you leave it totally unblocked, then the barbarians have no gate to be at-they are in your inbox! What a choice!
Ohhh! What a world, what a world!!
T. Smythe Richbourg
Cary, NC
TsmytheR@HoTMaiL.com
***Due to the high volume of spam, my AOL account is no longer my active address. Please begin and continue use of the above hotmail account, if you truly want me to get your mail.***
Subj: AOL and Advertising
Date: 97-07-30 12:08:51 EST
From: JRMolloy
How do you turn off the advertising on AOL. It is a pain!
Subj: Re:AOL telemarketing prefs!
Date: 97-07-30 19:28:20 EST
From: PaulNelson
>>>....If you have all of the listed sites blocked, hotmail and a few other very good domains are blocked. If you leave it totally unblocked, then the barbarians have no gate to be at-they are in your inbox! What a choice!<<<
It doesn't seem to matter, I have them blocked and I still get around 15 spam e-mails a day. I'm getting sick of wadeing through a bunch of spam every day to see if any e-mail is really to me and of any value.
Paul
Tired of spam, tired of AOL's attitude, may not be here (with AOL) much longer
Subj: AOLNet directory suggestion
Date: 97-07-30 23:28:16 EST
From: PaulV80659
I don't know how many of us Aloha users there are out there, but I was wondering if anyone with a bookmaking application would be interested in compiling a current list of AOLNet numbers and their appropriate network settings (i.e. AOLNet#1, #2, #3). The rest of us could e-mail that person the numbers and settings we've used based on our experience.
Would anyone else find this useful besides me? Any takers?
Paul
Subj: Connection problems in Japan
Date: 97-07-31 19:27:26 EST
From: Kcod2b
My girlfriend has been using her MP120 with Megahertz XJ1144 with Aloha for the last 3 weeks. In the states it worked great but now she's in Japan and she gets a "Connection timed out" everytime she tries to connect. She's told me she's tried 4 different access numbers, 3 tokyo and 1 somewhere else. One of the Tokyo #'s is an AOLnet, the other two GlobalNet. I tested the Tokyo AOLnet # from here in the states before she left and it worked fine. She does have a freezing tool to save heap, she tried resetting before trying to connect, and she's tried the different AOLnet settings, still nothing. I suggested closing the inbox after trying to connect to try and save heap but that's all I could think of. She going to try later on tonight. Somebody HELP! She's going to be there a year and our main reason in buying the Newton was so she could email! Any suggestions would be appreciated greatly.
Subj: Sprint #'s and Aloha
Date: 97-07-31 19:29:52 EST
From: Kcod2b
I'm sure this is a very basic question but what exactly is the Sprint setting on Aloha? Can we call Sprint for their access numbers and use that number to access our AOL account? If so, does anyone know if Sprint has international access, more specifically Japan? Thanks.
Subj: Re: Connection Problems in J
Date: 97-08-01 19:27:49 EST
From: Kcod2b
Problem solved, just a matter of incorrect dialing.
Subj: Re:AOL and Advertising
Date: 97-08-01 21:53:45 EST
From: La Vardera
I followed the instructions previously posted for turning off the Log on ads and they are still coming. What gives? (if I remember correctly the control to turn off the ads was at keyword My AOL)
BTW I also limited my Browser Cache to 5mb in the preferences dialog, meanwhile the folder ballooned to 19mb.
Am I being fed a placebo here?
Subj: Re:AOL and Advertising
Date: 97-08-02 08:14:07 EST
From: PDC Larry
The "popup" ads are controlled at keyword: MARKETING PREFERENCES. Some (such as upgrade announcements) will still get through. The only ones that have continued recently are the world games announcement and the MSIE upgrade announcement. AOL repeated the World Games because it is a change to their pricing structure, and they didn't want to be in a position where they could be sued when people saw the additional charges on their bill.
As far as limiting the Browser Cache, that should work. Be aware, however, that there is a SEPARATE file where AOL saves its own artwork. This file also can have a limit set to it.
Larry Finch (PDCLarry)
PDA Forum Acting Leader
Find us fast with Keyword: PDA
Subj: Aloha 2.3.5 with MP 2000
Date: 97-08-02 08:19:22 EST
From: Rachawla
I cannot receive mail..it connects at 57600 then says reading mail 1 to 7 after that it shuts off doesn't download any mail..I connect again now it says reading mail 1 to 5 ..again shuts offf..it keeps happening doesn't download any mail..I have keep a copy on AOL and EC checked...but when I goto AOL I see only 5 email it deletes them from AOL also ..when I go to check mail you've read the mail is there....
It use to work with MP 120 I have a megahertz cruise card 28.8.previously it use to connect at 38400 with MP 120 everything was fine....but now with MP 2000 it connects at 57600 nothing happens...
I can send a mail alright using MP 2000..but not able to receive the mail at all..I have tried installing again..it didn't help..restarting newton many time..freezing all the packages..its not helping at all...
Hardy please help...
Raman
Rachawla@aol.com
Rchawla@ibm.net
raman_chawla@msn.com
Subj: Re:Aloha 2.3.5 with MP 2000
Date: 97-08-03 11:35:37 EST
From: HardyMacia
It can be the result of two things.
A) You need to check the EC (error correction) checkbox because with most 28.8 modems you need EC checked. With 2400 and 9600 you need this unchecked. 14.4 speed modems you need to try both to see which works better. (You might also try the "28.8 and higher" modem setting instead of the Megahertz setting)
B) You are running out of heap (application/ram) memory. To work around the heap memory problem...
1. Reset your Newton
2. Hold the stylus half way down the screen and about 1/4 inch from the left hand edge. This will cause your Newton not to load any programs. The Newton will ask if you want to activate packages on internal store. Tap No and hold the stylus in the same place again. The newton will ask if you want to activate packages on the memory card. Tap No. Now, all of the packages will have X's thru them.
3. Tap on Aloha:VtHick to activate it and try logging in again.
4. Once Aloha connects to AOL, close the inout box and the extras drawer to free up about 20-30k of additional heap.
* You might not always need to do steps 2&3. Freezing packages, steps #1 & #4 usually gives Aloha enough heap memory to work with.
C) Make sure you have version 2.3.5K of Aloha
Hardy Macia
hardy@catamount.com <-- use this email address to contact me
Catamount Software
http://www.catamount.com/
Subj: Sent mail still states Ready
Date: 97-08-05 09:11:48 EST
From: Dr Kemme
Utilizing my MP2K with the latest system update installed and a Megahertz CruiseCard XJA 3288 about half of the time when I send mail it appears that the mail was sent but the mail states Ready. Any suggestions?
Doug Kemme
DrKemme@AOL.com
Subj: Hanging MP2000
Date: 97-08-05 19:54:40 EST
From: AdamBravo
Has AOL changed their protocols recently? I've got 2.3.5k and, in the past week or so, I've had several problems with my Newton getting hung up with the first message in the queue. The phone eventually hangs up and I've got to reset my Newton. Is it just me?
Adam
Subj: SpellMan for Aloha
Date: 97-08-09 09:09:25 EST
From: Dr Kemme
I was told by StandAlone that SpellMan could be incorporated into Aloha. I would appreciate this enhancement, as I cannot spell.
DJK
Subj: Re:SpellMan for Aloha
Date: 97-08-09 12:51:01 EST
From: SusanLMG
Aloha is a transporter of e-mail, not a creator of it. You need a spell checker for whatever program you use to create your e-mail. Perhaps you already have one.
Subj: Re:Hanging MP2000
Date: 97-08-09 21:52:33 EST
From: HardyMacia
If Aloha is hanging up at the first message it is either heap memory related or as of two weeks ago it seems that if you have a lot of old messages in your Unread Mail folders on AOL then Aloha will have a problem with it. If you clear out your Unread Mail folder (atleast don't have messages in it older than 10 days old) then Aloha works.
I've haven't looked into this in detail yet because this work around seems to work and I can't reproduce it on my Newton.
Hardy Macia
hardy@catamount.com <-- use this email address to contact me
Catamount Software
http://www.catamount.com/
Subj: Re:Sent mail still states Read
Date: 97-08-09 21:54:45 EST
From: HardyMacia
<<about half of the time when I send mail it appears that the mail was sent but the mail states Ready.>>
I'm don't have any real answers. Could it be that you have a couple messages in your Outbox ready to send, but when you go to send the message you have checked on of the messages in the OutBox list view? If you check one or more messages then Aloha only sends the messages that are checked -- if you don't check any messages then Aloha sends all of your messages.
Hardy Macia
hardy@catamount.com <-- use this email address to contact me
Catamount Software
http://www.catamount.com/
Subj: Re:Hanging MP2000
Date: 97-08-10 11:01:19 EST
From: AdamBravo
Well, heapwise, I start out with around 110k when I go to check my mail (which I should hope is enough). What exactly do you mean by Unread Mail? Do you mean any new messages? I check my mail just about every day, so the only messages that might linger more than a day or two are those with attachments. Thanks in advance...
Adam
Subj: Re:SpellMan for Aloha
Date: 97-08-12 16:16:05 EST
From: Dr Kemme
As you are able to respond to mail from the InOut box I would find it useful to spell check them before they are sent.
Subj: Re:Sent mail still states Read
Date: 97-08-12 16:18:33 EST
From: Dr Kemme
I appreciate your help, it no longer does this as I send the mail without checking any items.
Subj: Timeouts
Date: 97-08-12 20:44:53 EST
From: SusanLMG
Last month I had no trouble retrieving messages with my MP2K. This weekend, the connection was made (using the 800 number), but a timeout occurred without any messages downloaded. Any special problems happening right now, any ideas about solutions?
Subj: Re:Hanging MP2000
Date: 97-08-15 14:54:15 EST
From: MLIII
I have had the same problem and have no hanging mail and plenty of heap memory available. It seems to be a random problem and I can understand the difficulty in recreating it because of this. Any updated information about this problem would be appreciated.
Subj: Re:Sent mail still states Read
Date: 97-08-16 21:47:44 EST
From: Jim Mol
I did not have any checked. It appears Aloha sent them but they still remained in the out box.
Subj: Email with Attachments
Date: 97-08-16 21:52:39 EST
From: Jim Mol
How is Aloha supposed to handle attachments? I tried downloading some mail today, and it just hung on the message. About the third try, the newton went blank. I waited and did and soft reset and my internal memory was erased (glad I did a back up earlier :-)). Will the download preferences in AOL have anything to do with this?
Subj: Re:Email with Attachments
Date: 97-08-17 01:21:03 EST
From: PDC Bob
<<How is Aloha supposed to handle attachments? >>
At this point in time Aloha is not setup to handle attachments. What it does is download the email without the attachment and then it keeps the email on AOL as unread for the next time you log on from your desktop.
Maybe someday we can talk Hardy into the feature. Though I'm not a Newton programmer...I'd still say this is probably a formidable task. It brings a number of issues into play just off the top...the Newton was not meant for holding large files...what files could it actually download and utilize?...how would you transport them from Newton to desktop?...what does it do with PKG files (the easy one...as long as they are not ZIPPPED or STUFFED)?...but what of the myriad of other file types and compression systems it would encounter?
While I'd like this capability myself (I think...?) I can see the pandora's box that could be opened attempting it.
Actually...EWorld I guess was the closest thing to it (not that I ever used it). If memory serves I read that you could download a PKG file straight to the Newton from EWorld...any old alumni of EWorld out there?
PDC Bob.
Subj: Re:Email with Attachments
Date: 97-08-19 10:52:15 EST
From: Jim Mol
I do not need to have attachments at this time. When my newton froze it was reading a file that had an attachment. I have since tried again and the attachment was ignored.
Subj: Hanging MP 120
Date: 97-08-19 11:03:35 EST
From: Jim Mol
My message pad started hanging while reading the second email. I start with 77k free, which ends up about 72-75k once aloha starts dialing. I logged on and there were 7 messages. The first message comes in fine, second message did not make it in the inbox. The second message was where it hung. There was 40+k heap left. I reset and loged on again. The second time this happened (4th message) the entire two messages were in the inbox. I reset and when I logged on again only two messages remained. When I tried trouble shooting, it would freeze with 40 to 58 k heap available. I changed from Aloha 235 to Aloha 235k. Loged on AOL, kept the same 7 messages as new, tried again. This time it made it to the 3rd message before it hung. Only messages one and two were in the inbox. One message was 11K and both time it was handled fine. The smaller messages seemed to trip it up. I will keep trying different things (like not stripping headers, etc,) to see if I can find out what is up.
Subj: Re:Hanging MP 2k
Date: 97-08-19 17:19:19 EST
From: SusanLMG
After a bit of troubleshooting, I solved my own problem with my MP 2k hanging after connecting. Maybe my solution will help someone else.
1. My fast modem requires that error correction be ON. I knew that, but I forgot it.
2. I also need to use the third AOL configuration option.
Get either of those item wrong, it won't work. Get them right, Aloha is smooth as a hula dancer.
Subj: Re:Hanging MP 120
Date: 97-08-23 20:49:44 EST
From: Jim Mol
Wave tried every modem and aloha setting. It seems it does not like several pieces of mail. I can download files in front of, behind them, but these email just will not down load. Two are digests from Reuniontalk. Looking at the mail with Dataviz Fileview, the only difference from other mail is a space at the start. Your Guess.
Subj: Re:Hanging MP 120
Date: 97-08-23 22:04:00 EST
From: SusanLMG
Why not experiment by sending yourself an email that has a space at the beginning of the message (or is it the subject line)? If you can verify the problem, post a message here. Hardy will see it and may be able to respond with a temporary solution or (eventually) an update to Aloha.
Subj: Aloha and Nethopper
Date: 97-08-24 10:14:42 EST
From: MRosenques
Is it possible to run nethopper and access the web through your aol account while connected with aloha, much the same way one uses a third party browser while connected to aol on your desktop machine?
Or does surfing the web with your aol account on a newton still require that AOL get off its duff and DEVELOP AOL FOR THE NEWTON OS?
Subj: Re:Aloha and Nethopper
Date: 97-08-24 12:38:18 EST
From: CarShooter
<<Is it possible to run nethopper and access the web through your aol account while connected with aloha, much the same way one uses a third party browser while connected to aol on your desktop machine?>>
Not yet. Hardy says that he may do a version that has that ability sometime this fall or next spring. Only if there is a high demand for it.
Hey Hardy are you reading this? We definitley want this! :-D
Dean Siracusa
Subj: Re:Aloha and Nethopper
Date: 97-08-24 14:11:54 EST
From: MRosenques
Hardy, if you don't think there's a high demand for it, look in the Aol for Newton message board, it's in its SIXTH iteration!!! With 134 post so far in this generation.
thanking you in advance for adding surfability into the next gen.
michael r
Subj: Aloha & Overseas Access Prob
Date: 97-08-24 19:31:47 EST
From: SPSi E
A week ago Sunday, I got a new Newton MessagePad 2000. I loaded Aloha and left for a week long vacation in Alberta Canada. Here are some of the problems I encountered on my initial use with Aloha outside of the U.S.
1. The Sprintnet access numbers for Canada (that I got from the Sprintnet.pkg on the Aloha Web page) did not allow access to AOL. Specifically, after Aloha connected to either of the Calgary (403/262-7887) or Vancouver (604/684-4696) Sprintnet access #'s, a message appeared stating that the number did not currently provide access to AOL.
2. Aloha would not connect properly with the Calgary AOL Globalnet access number (timeout error).
3. As a last resort, I attempted to hook into my home Sprintnet number from Canada, which I had first logged into w/ Aloha just before my trip. However, Aloha would not completely dial the sequence of numbers required: outside line #, Sprint Long Distance Access #, Sprintnet access #, my calling card # (9,1-800-877-8000,,0-703-787-6719,,703-555-5555-5555). Aloha dialed through only part of the "calling card #" before it quit dialing. Since, the hotel room I was staying in did not have a second phone Jack (either on the phone or wall) I could not "Manually" dial. Suggestion: A "dial assist" button allowing entry of prefix and credit card #'s would be handy.
The trouble I had getting Aloha to access AOL through non-U.S. access numbers is my primary concern. I do a lot of international travel & accessing my AOL e-mail while traveling is essential. I have successfully (and w/o problem) linked to AOL in Japan, Germany, and Switzerland using AOL Globalnet #'s, and both Macintosh 520C and IBM 701 hardware. I am puzzled why it would be any different w/ Newton hardware.
After using my Newton for a week I am hooked on it as a great productivity tool. This will replace my notebook computer for a lot of what I do. I would like to get to a point where I do not need to take anything but my Newton on travel. The key though is e-mail, and specifically, reliable access to AOL. Aloha is a great product. If I can be assured of reliable international access, I'll purchase a license tomorrow.
Thanks,
Eric
Subj: Re:Timeouts
Date: 97-08-28 14:52:26 EST
From: HardyMacia
Susan,
If you are using a Megahertz modem then you might need to set the modem type to "28.8 and higher" not the specific "Megahertz..." choice.
Hardy Macia
hardy@catamount.com <-- use this email address to contact me
Catamount Software
http://www.catamount.com/
Subj: Re:Hanging MP 120
Date: 97-08-28 14:58:22 EST
From: HardyMacia
Jim,
I don't think the leading space is causing your problem, but I is possible in rare instances that Aloha might not like a piece of mail. Does it happen with all of the digests from Reuniontalk? Also, check the EC checkbox if you have a 28.8 or faster modem.
Hardy Macia
hardy@catamount.com <-- use this email address to contact me
Catamount Software
http://www.catamount.com/
Subj: Re:Aloha and Nethopper
Date: 97-08-28 15:03:11 EST
From: HardyMacia
<<
Not yet. Hardy says that he may do a version that has that ability sometime this fall or next spring. Only if there is a high demand for it.
Hey Hardy are you reading this? We definitley want this! :-D
>>
Yes, there is high demand to have Aloha tunnel TCP/IP, but I still need to see if it is possible for me to write Aloha to handle it. I will look into by next spring, but I won't promise anything. AOL for the Mac has a special extension for tcp/ip access so it could be tricky making NIE/NetHopper/Aloha work together.
Hardy Macia
hardy@catamount.com <-- use this email address to contact me
Catamount Software
http://www.catamount.com/
Subj: Re:Aloha & Overseas Access Pro
Date: 97-08-28 15:16:50 EST
From: HardyMacia
2) Make sure you have the network set to GlobalNet and you probably need EC (error correction) checked in the Aloha Connect Options.
3) I was able to enter the full dial string (9,1-800-877-8000,,0-703-787-6719,,703-555-5555-5555) in Aloha. Of course, it told me my calling card number was invalid, but it did send the whole number.
Hardy Macia
hardy@catamount.com <-- use this email address to contact me
Catamount Software
http://www.catamount.com/
Subj: NEW: Aloha 2.3.6
Date: 97-09-01 01:33:45 EST
From: HardyMacia
Aloha 2.3.6 has been posted to my website. <http://www.catamount.com>
Version 2.3.6 fixes a bug related to reading certain internet mail messages which caused Aloha to hang.
Version 2.3.6 also closes the InOut Box and Extras Drawer automatically after a connection has been established.
Hardy Macia
hardy@catamount.com <-- use this email address to contact me
Catamount Software
http://www.catamount.com/
Subj: Re:NEW: Aloha 2.3.6
Date: 97-09-02 10:50:50 EST
From: Jwf2
I have just returned from a business trip where I could never establish connection with AOL; always got "timeout" message- is this what you are referring to as "hanging"? Using MP2000, Aloha 2.3.5, ROM 2.1(717145)-1.
Used my other ISP account, inet mail, with no problems.
Please advise.
Thank you.
Subj: Registration transfer?
Date: 97-09-05 02:18:04 EST
From: ISam888
I own a registered version of Aloha. If I sell my Newton MP120, can that registration be transfered to the new owner?
-isam
Subj: Re:NEW: Aloha 2.3.6
Date: 97-09-05 06:07:22 EST
From: HardyMacia
<<I have just returned from a business trip where I could never establish connection with AOL; always got "timeout" message- is this what you are referring to as "hanging"? Using MP2000, Aloha 2.3.5, ROM 2.1(717145)-1.
>>
No, the hang I was referring to is when Aloha is downloading messages it would stop downloading in the middle of a message and then the light bulb would appear and not do anything else. The new version will still help your problem a little bit.
>I keep timing out when I connect to AOL. Any suggestions?
1. If you have a 28.8 or faster modem make sure that EC (error correction) checkbox is checked in the Aloha Connect slip. It is to the left of the Connect button.
2. What type of modem do you have? If it is a newton modem you need to set the modem prefs to newton modem. If it is another type of modem then try Hayes basic or 28.8 and higher as the modem type.
3. What number are you trying to access? Is it a AOLnet number? Have you tried all three settings in the Aloha prefs (AOLnet#1, AOLnet#2, AOLnet#3)?
4. Try a local SprintNet number instead of AOLnet. To get a SprintNet number call the voice system at 800-877-5045 (voice promts are 1,2,1,4). I also have a NewtonBook version of all the SprintNet numbers worldwide on my web site <http://www.catamount.com/Aloha2.html>.
Subj: Re:Registration transfer?
Date: 97-09-05 06:08:54 EST
From: HardyMacia
<<I own a registered version of Aloha. If I sell my Newton MP120, can that registration be transfered to the new owner?
>>
Assuming you are not replacing the MP120 with anything then yes, but there is a $5 transfer fee. If you are replacing the MP120 with a MP2k and you will still be using Aloha then no.
Hardy Macia
hardy@catamount.com <-- use this email address to contact me
Catamount Software
http://www.catamount.com/
Subj: Download woes...
Date: 97-09-05 11:20:38 EST
From: PDC Sensha
Hardy, I've d/l the new Aloha from your web site (do I hear cries of "Shame! PDC Sensha is using the Internet!!" in the electronic ether?), but nothing that I can do will allow Unstuffit, Stuffit, or the AOL software to unstuff the .sit file. They all refuse to acknowledge its obvious digital existence. What to do?
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Subj: Re:Download woes...
Date: 97-09-09 00:57:04 EST
From: MLIII
How about making this new version of Aloha available in the Newton Software area?! Gee, what a concept; AOL actually making it easy to use their@#$%^&***&^!! service...
Subj: AOL does not...
Date: 97-09-09 13:03:31 EST
From: PDC Sensha
...support Aloha, although they have decided not to make any trouble for Hardy Macia over his clever way into the AOL system. As a result, you cannot obtain Aloha off of the PDA Software Libraries download option. You can travel to Hardy's website via the Newton Website links and download Aloha there...
Terry L. Stibal (PDC Sensha), your digital gadfly buzzing around Nothin' But Newton, the Newton Resource Center's all-Newton, all the time talk show. Join PDC Ryan and me every Monday night at 9:30 pm EST in the PDA Conference Center!
Subj: Re:Download woes...
Date: 97-09-10 11:49:31 EST
From: SixthPAReg
There is a product called Stuffit (thank you Alladin Systems) which is shareware and can be downloaded from the pda software section. Go to software search, then just key the word stuffit at the bottom and hit enter. It will unstuf, unzip, unarc, and a decompress a bunch more of various common compression methods out there. I used it to get my AOL in the past, and to unzip/unstuff various downloads from AOL and other places..
Subj: Get(ting) (un)stuffed...
Date: 97-09-10 11:57:00 EST
From: PDC Sensha
6th PA Inf, I've already tried all of the permutations of Stuffit that I have, as well as the AOL built ins. Apparently, there's some sort of problem with my modem or with the file on Hardy's website, 'cause I've downloaded it six times now and the resulting download will not take with any of the StuffIt programs (including double-clicking, drag and dropping and dialog box opening).
Terry L. Stibal (PDC Sensha), your digital gadfly buzzing around Nothin' But Newton, the Newton Resource Center's all-Newton, all the time talk show. Join PDC Ryan and me every Monday night at 9:30 pm EST in the PDA Conference Center!
Subj: Re:AOL does not...
Date: 97-09-10 12:01:01 EST
From: MLIII
...AOL does not support most, if not all, of the other makers of Newton software either, but that doesn't prevent them from allowing THAT software to be available on their service. The problem with AOL not allowing Aloha to be posted is that they unnecessarily make access to Newton users more difficult than it has to be.
Subj: Dumb as it seems...
Date: 97-09-10 14:31:22 EST
From: PDC Sensha
...it's still official AOL policy, and we have to abide by it. Their attitude is probably along the line of, "If you don't like the policy, go somewhere else." Not what I would do, but then again it's not my online service. At least Craig was able to gin up a good and easy way for you to get there.
Most complaints that we receive about Aloha revolve around how much Hardy is charging for it. It's my contention that, if people aren't willing to foot the bill, all of the alleged need to receive email on a MessagePad isn't really that great. My opinion, of course, and I paid for my copy so I'm entitled to it. If folks aren't satisfied with what Hardy charges, then they can always go out and write their own client...
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Subj: Re:AOL does not...
Date: 97-09-10 15:24:23 EST
From: HardyMacia
I have version 4.01 or 4.02 of Stuffit Expander and it unstuffs the Aloha236.sit file without a problem. I've uploaded Aloha236.sit again, but as long as you the current Stuffit Expander you shouldn't have problems. I drag the aloha236.sit icon onto the stuffit exander icon and it expands.
Hardy Macia
hardy@catamount.com <-- use this email address to contact me
Catamount Software
http://www.catamount.com/
Subj: Re:AOL does not...
Date: 97-09-10 15:28:14 EST
From: HardyMacia
One thing that is different from the past Aloha.sit.hqx files that I have had on my site is that I'm not binhexing the file. This might be causing the problem for some of you, but it is really not a problem as long as you have the current Stuffit Expander and drag and drop the file onto it.
Just uploading the Aloha236.sit is about 20k smaller than the Aloha236.hqx file. I need to try to reduce the amount of data downloaded from my site...it costs me extras whenever I exceed my services limit which is 1GB a month. Besides the cost, I also believe in saving electrons as much as in saving trees.
Hardy Macia
hardy@catamount.com <-- use this email address to contact me
Catamount Software
http://www.catamount.com/
Subj: Cost of Aloha
Date: 97-09-10 18:29:29 EST
From: SusanLMG
Programming is highly labor intensive. I doubt that Hardy whipped Aloha out one weekend between golf games. Now if he could spread the cost of his labor across millions of purchasers, he might charge five bucks for Aloha, but instead the potential world of purchasers is only Newton owners/who are AOL members/who want AOL email on their Newton. That's pretty limited.
Susan
Subj: Re:Get(ting) (un)stuffed...
Date: 97-09-11 06:04:35 EST
From: Don84
Terry,
I had the same problem, and I solved it by going into the Stuffit preferences and setting the "Watch Folder" to automatically expand any .sit file in my Downloads folder. For some reason, it seems to recognize .sit files in the Watch Folder mode that it can't recognize when I point to them. BTW, I'm using 4.0.2 of Stuffit Expander.
Don
Subj: 2.3.5 vs. 2.3.6
Date: 97-09-11 12:34:12 EST
From: MLIII
I am currently using 2.3.5k with a 2000 and am getting the 'frozen lightbulb' error nearly 100% of the time. Will 2.3.6 solve this problem?
Thanks for the info, and, btw, I don't think what Hardy charges for Aloha is in any way disproportionate to the value it gives. If you want to test that theory, just try going for a week plus without being able to access your aol email because you are on the road and don't have access via a standard computer and your Newton won't let you get your email messages!
Subj: Re:2.3.5 vs. 2.3.6
Date: 97-09-11 15:01:22 EST
From: DAFynan
am currently using 2.3.5k with a 2000 and am getting the 'frozen lightbulb' error nearly 100% of the time. Will 2.3.6 solve this problem?
I had the exact same problem with 2.3.5k and I have not had it happen yet with the 2.3.6 version.
Subj: Re:Get(ting) (un)stuffed...
Date: 97-09-12 17:03:38 EST
From: Jim Mol
I have not tried Terry's idea, but I downloaded the window zip file and Stuffit 4.02 expanded it with no problem.
Subj: feeling Dumb
Date: 97-09-12 17:39:21 EST
From: Court Jstr
I have tried the past 3 versions of Aloha with my messagepad 2000 with MHZ 28.8 cruisecard, and have still been unable to get past the connection without getting a time out error.
This is true on both send and recieve.
What am I missing?
No problem with Inet mail or browsing (other than being very slow).
Help, if I ever got it to work I would gladly pay for it.
Subj: Re:feeling Dumb
Date: 97-09-12 20:46:32 EST
From: SusanLMG
Be sure to try all the AOL protocols that are listed. Try turning error correction on and off with each of the protocols. I was stuck until I turned error correction on, then everything worked just fine. Make notes on every combination that you try. That information will help Hardy help you.
Subj: Re:feeling Dumb
Date: 97-09-12 21:29:17 EST
From: CarShooter
AOLnet is a pain in the _ _ _ when using Aloha!I've found that using the SprintNet connection much easier and more reliable than using AOLnet. SprintNet only has one connection type and you can get a Newton book of phone numbers from Hardy's web site. Since I've been using the SprintNet numbers, freezing everything not needed to email (including the many extentions that I have) and then doing a restart I've had no problems downloading many emails at time with no hangs.
Good luck,
Dean Siracusa
Subj: Re:feeling Dumb
Date: 97-09-13 00:22:57 EST
From: PDC Bob
<<I have tried the past 3 versions of Aloha with my messagepad 2000 with MHZ 28.8 cruisecard, and have still been unable to get past the connection without getting a time out error.>>
Court Jester,
Which model Cruise Care are you using?
PDC Bob.
Subj: Re:feeling Dumb
Date: 97-09-13 10:27:43 EST
From: SusanLMG
You mention the last three versions of Aloha.
I believe your friendly helpers are asking you to use the most current version of Aloha and to try the SprintNet protocol and all three AOL protocols--each with and without error correction.
Subj: Re:2.3.5 vs. 2.3.6
Date: 97-09-17 15:16:00 EST
From: HardyMacia
<< am currently using 2.3.5k with a 2000 and am getting the 'frozen lightbulb' error nearly 100% of the time. Will 2.3.6 solve this problem?
>>
Version 2.3.6 should solve this problem.
Hardy Macia
hardy@catamount.com <-- use this email address to contact me
Catamount Software
http://www.catamount.com/
Subj: 28.8 and faster modems & EC
Date: 97-09-17 15:20:30 EST
From: HardyMacia
In the Aloha Connect Options slip, the EC stands for error correction.
All 28.8 and faster modems need this option checked.
The Newton 2400 baud modem needs the EC box unchecked.
Any other modem you will need to try EC checked and unchecked to see which works better for you.
Hardy Macia
hardy@catamount.com <-- use this email address to contact me
Catamount Software
http://www.catamount.com/
Subj: Upgrading Aloha
Date: 97-09-20 19:51:54 EST
From: Youngag
Hardy, do I have to scrub out the old version of Aloha 2.3.5 and then activate the new 2.3.6 version? Do I have to then reenter all of my old settings? I don't want to make the change until I am sure what I am doing! Thanks for a great product!
Subj: Re:Upgrading Aloha
Date: 97-09-20 22:34:42 EST
From: MLIII
No need to scrub anything out or re-enter your information. Just load in the update and all of the preferences remain in place. When you load it, you are told that Aloha already exists and asked if you want to replace it. Answer 'Yes' and away you go! Another of the many wonderful things about this program and another reason it is well worth the money!
Subj: Re:Aloha & Overseas Access Pro
Date: 97-09-21 22:40:28 EST
From: Dr Kemme
I just returned from ten days in Europe and had very little troubles with Aloha connections. I main difficulties were from 1) Cable incompatibilities, (thank goodness I had a Swiss Army knife and extra cable to make connections and 2) poor phone line equipment in some antiquated hotels (but that is why I went there in the first place. Aloha performed admirably. I used AOL GlobalNet numbers exclusively without difficulties.
Bravo Hardy!
Doug Kemme
Subj: Re: Message length
Date: 97-09-22 15:27:03 EST
From: Court Jstr
How come I can download a large file using Inet mail, but the shortest of messages get broken up by Aloha? I'm using 2.3.6? Cant find a setting for it.
Subj: Re: Message length
Date: 97-09-22 20:58:04 EST
From: HardyMacia
<<How come I can download a large file using Inet mail, but the shortest of messages get broken up by Aloha? I'm using 2.3.6? Cant find a setting for it.
>>
Because large parts of Aloha is still based on NOS 1.x code is the main reason. This was done to release Aloha at the NOS 2.0 rollout. There are ways to keep Aloha from breaking up the messages at all, but it would take a lot of rewriting of code.
Hardy Macia
hardy@catamount.com <-- use this email address to contact me
Catamount Software
http://www.catamount.com/
.
Subj: Re:Aloha & Overseas Access P
Date: 97-09-24 13:19:14 EST
From: PDC Bob
<<I just returned from ten days in Europe and had very little troubles with Aloha connections. >>
Ditto. I just got back from a conference in Vienna, Austria today. I stayed in the Intercon in downtown Vienna...I had no troubles connecting. They have the data jacks in the side of the phones...so I did not even have to dig into my "deep" bag-O-tricks to hook up <g>.
The drawback there was that you payed a hefty local call fee...two days and a half days of checking email cost me about 20.00 bucks...of course I do it quite often...one session for each screen-name...then a response for each...it does add up...but "I was in touch!"
PDC Bob.
Subj: Re: Message length
Date: 97-09-24 13:30:09 EST
From: PDC Bob
<<Because large parts of Aloha is still based on NOS 1.x code is the main reason. This was done to release Aloha at the NOS 2.0 rollout. There are ways to keep Aloha from breaking up the messages at all, but it would take a lot of rewriting of code.>>
Hardy,
Wasn't it also that by cutting email into 2K chunks that there were less problems with the change in heap management by the 2.1 OS? I seem to remember that we were having significant problems (initially) till you made the 2K chunk change...now I'm doing pretty darn well.
Though...I have to admit that I still use NewtCase Extension Manager to have minimized sets for email and such...to make sure there is not a heap issue.
PDC Bob.
P.S. got a new Modem today...the MHZ XJ5560 56K x2 technology PCMCIA. While I bought it for my WinLaptop....guess I better check it with Aloha <g>. B.
Subj: Re: Message length
Date: 97-09-24 20:52:21 EST
From: FGSKramer
>P.S. got a new Modem today...the MHZ XJ5560 56K x2 technology PCMCIA.
>While I bought it for my WinLaptop....guess I better check it with Aloha <g>.
Hey, let us know if that works better....
Subj: 2.3.6 upgrade
Date: 97-10-05 12:25:16 EST
From: Stvsanders
Ibo
Subj: 2.3.6 upgrade
Date: 97-10-05 12:27:17 EST
From: Stvsanders
I just bought my 2.3.5 a few weeks before the 2.3.6 upgrade came out. Are there upgrade provisions for customers like myself that have recently purchased Aloha?
Steve
Subj: Re:2.3.6 upgrade
Date: 97-10-05 14:53:45 EST
From: SusanLMG
Download and transfer the upgrade to your Newton. It automatically recognizes that you are registered.
Subj: Re:AOL hanging/16009 error
Date: 97-10-06 21:54:46 EST
From: HardyMacia
>I keep timing out (-16009 errors) when I connect to AOL. Any suggestions?
0. Make sure you have the lateset version of Aloha (2.3.6 as of Oct 6, 1997).
1. If you have a 28.8 or faster modem make sure that EC (error correction) checkbox is checked in the Aloha Connect slip. It is to the left of the Connect button.
2. What type of modem do you have? If it is a newton modem you need to set the modem prefs to newton modem. If it is another type of modem then try Hayes basic or "28.8 and faster" as the modem type.
3. What number are you trying to access? Is it a AOLnet number? Have you tried all three settings in the Aloha prefs (AOLnet#1, AOLnet#2, AOLnet#3)?
4. Try a local SprintNet number instead of AOLnet. To get a SprintNet number call the voice system at 800-877-5045 (voice promts are 1,2,1,4). I also have a NewtonBook version of all the SprintNet numbers worldwide on my web site <http://www.catamount.com/Aloha2.html>.
Hardy Macia
hardy@catamount.com <-- use this email address to contact me
Catamount Software
http://www.catamount.com/
Subj: Re:AOL hanging/16009 error
Date: 97-10-12 09:13:10 EST
From: AdamBravo
Thanks for the comprehensive help.
1. I've got Aloha 2.3.6.
2. I didn't have the EC box checked; I'll try that first thing Monday morning (and that could be the fix I need).
3. I've got the Axel 33.6 modem, set to Megahertz Cruise prefs.
4. I access through a Sprintnet number; all the AOLNet numbers leave me hanging.
I'll let you know how things work. Thanks again...
Bravo
Subj: Aloha & cell phone
Date: 97-10-12 17:12:09 EST
From: FGSKramer
Okay, I've got Aloha running flawlessly on a landline, works from remote locations like West Texas and weird places like CA. Now I've added a cell phone to my portable arsenal, and Aloha seems to be hanging again.
Of course, it could just be me, but I can fax, and connect to regular internet mail via the cell thingy....
Megahertz modem, special cable to the phone, etc.
Any ideas?
Subj: Re:Aloha & cell phone
Date: 97-10-14 13:04:56 EST
From: HardyMacia
>>Now I've added a cell phone to my portable arsenal, and Aloha seems to be hanging again.
What Newton do you have? If you have the MP130/120 you need to switch the modem type to the cell connection. If you are using the MP2000 you need to have the Megahertz... choice selected.
You also need the EC (error correction) box checked.
Other than that, Aloha is a bit more finicky connecting with the cell than other mail clients, but you should be able to connect.
Hardy Macia
hardy@catamount.com <-- use this email address to contact me
Catamount Software
http://www.catamount.com/
Subj: Re:Aloha & cell phone
Date: 97-10-14 13:44:09 EST
From: KramerW
<<Other than that, Aloha is a bit more finicky connecting with the cell than other mail clients, but you should be able to connect.>>
MP2K, Aloha 2.36 (great product), everything checked, like I said, must be the cell carrier. I just wanted to be sure I wasn't overlooking something obvious.
Thanks!
Subj: Re:Aloha & cell phone
Date: 97-10-15 21:32:07 EST
From: Video In2
I have newton 2000 W/ Megahertz XJA-3288 and cannot connect w/ cellphone. I live in NYC. My carrier is Bell Atlantic. Cellphone is Nokia 232 had this problem from day one(march 97) . Using Aloha 2.3.6 Please Help.Also flash Modem for latest software
Subj: Aloha and ISP's
Date: 97-10-29 12:24:37 EST
From: CarShooter
Hardy!
I would sure love it if you gave Aloha the ability to access our AOL email thru the Internet. That would make me very happy.
Dean Siracusa
Subj: Can't send or receive mail
Date: 97-10-30 11:03:20 EST
From: DKC27
Hi, I'm using the ALoha trial version and I can not send or receive any mail. I get the "Connected" slip, it then does nothing for several seconds and then quits saying "Timed Out Error -16something. I have tried all local numbers, the 800 number, and all combinations of the aolnet access method (and even Sprint net, though all numbers here are AOLNet) but can't get it to work. I am using the Newton Modem, and have tried EC on and off (the docs recommend off with the slow Newton Modem). I can't figure out what's wrong. I am using Aloha 2.3.6 and a Newton 120 2.0 with abot 64k heap free. Did AOL change it's access protocols recently?
Subj: Re:Can't send or receive mail
Date: 97-11-02 10:48:18 EST
From: HardyMacia
With the Newton 2400 baud modem you want EC unchecked.
Call 800-877-5045 can get a local sprintNet number.
Set the network to SprintNet.
You probably won't have much luck connecting to the 800 number with the newton 2400 baud modem anyway. The 800 number's modem bank is slower than the local modem banks and usually takes Aloha longer to connect to them even with the newer modems.
Hardy Macia
hardy@catamount.com <-- use this email address to contact me
Catamount Software
http://www.catamount.com/
Subj: Re:Aloha and ISP's
Date: 97-11-03 05:18:26 EST
From: GP KART
Subj: Aloha and ISP's
Date: 97-10-29 12:24:37 EST
From: CarShooter
Hardy!
I would sure love it if you gave Aloha the ability to access our AOL email thru the Internet. That would make me very happy.
Dean Siracusa
Hi Dean,
Just a question about your wish.......how would that be an advantage for you? I to have several ISP's but have found that AOL/Aloha access to be very versitile and easy to use.
TIA
Robert
Subj: Re:Aloha and ISP's
Date: 97-11-03 12:03:51 EST
From: CarShooter
I would only access AOL that way, whether at home on my desktop computer or on the road with my Newt. Using only and ISP to connect to AOL, AOL charges you only $7.95 per month instead of $19.95 per month. How's that for a good reason.
Dean
Subj: Re:Aloha and ISP's
Date: 97-11-03 20:36:35 EST
From: Snguyen2
>I would only access AOL that way, whether at home on my desktop computer or on the road >with my Newt. Using only and ISP to connect to AOL, AOL charges you only $7.95 per month >instead of $19.95 per month. How's that for a good reason.
I'm not exactly sure what the topic is here but AOL charges $4.95/month for 3 hours of access along with other isp's like, ibm.net, earthlink, AT&T Worldnet. I'm still trying to get ibm.net to work for me though.
Son
Subj: Re:Aloha and ISP's
Date: 97-11-04 04:19:08 EST
From: GP KART
Subj: Re:Aloha and ISP's
Date: 97-11-03 12:03:51 EST
From: CarShooter
I would only access AOL that way, whether at home on my desktop computer or on the road with my Newt. Using only and ISP to connect to AOL, AOL charges you only $7.95 per month instead of $19.95 per month. How's that for a good reason.
Dean
-Sorry Dean,
I still don't understand.......AOL mininum charge is 4.95 a month for limited use or 19.95 a month for un limited. With AOL you get 5 e-mail address's and there are local dial up's all over the country and world. To retrieve my mail from my internet provider I have to dial back home to my home area code. If I stayed local and didn't travel than It might be nice to be able to get AOL via the net. but Aloha/AOL is so easy to use and "Dialed In" that I use my Newton for most all my E-mail. When on the road I have my Internet mail forwarded to my AOL account. I'm a advertising photographer and I never know what city I'm gona be in next. I'm just a happy Aloha/AOL user. Don't get me wrong I'm open to improvments, thats why I'm curious about your suggestion.
Thanks, Robert
Robert
Subj: Saving Email addresses
Date: 97-11-04 07:42:25 EST
From: AprilTrak
Hi,
I don't know if I am missing something, but I can't figure out an easy way to add email addresess from incoming email in Aloha to my Names database. I've been doing a long round about thing. I copy the message to Notes, selected and moved the address to the "clipboard", delete the note, tap names, tape new, type in name, close slip, select add and email and then move the address into the email field. I am using Newton 120/2.0 and I know there's got to be an easier way and I am just not seeing it.
April
Subj: Re:Aloha and ISP's
Date: 97-11-04 12:30:59 EST
From: CarShooter
Robert,
your getting the plans confused. I was a little off of the price too. Here's a quote from AOL's pricing plan...
<<* Bring Your Own Access (BYOA) Plan:
$9.95 per month "bring-your-own-access" plan providing unlimited access to thousands of unique AOL features*, including access to the Internet, for individuals who already have an Internet connection or access through their work or school environment.>>
So if I connected to AOL exclusively through an ISP I'd save $10 per month. Yes, I know that it usually costs about $20 per month for an ISP access. But the phones are never busy when I connect thru an ISP and connecting to the web is better and less restricted.
I usually connect through my ISP when I'm at home but when I'm on the road, I'm also an advertising photographer, to check my AOL email through Aloha I need to use the standard AOL access. And often I get busy numbers and also must pay the additional $10 per month.
Hope that explains it.
Dean Siracusa
Subj: no connection
Date: 97-11-04 14:45:47 EST
From: KWemm
I just reloaded Aloha (2.3.6) and can't connect. I'm using a Motorola PC modem and have used it successfully in the past (an older version of Aloha though). The error message says ~10059, problem occured. Any idea what's going on? Thanks.
Subj: Connecting!
Date: 97-11-05 10:40:31 EST
From: JRMolloy
I bought a Zoom 33.6 modem for the MP2000. I had a 2400 baud one a couple of years ago. I have not been able to connect to AOL yet from the newton to get my email. It goes through all the stages of connecting...the last saying Connecting at 33200 and that is as far as it goes. I then get a time out error and "Connection timed out.(-16005). I was worried that maybe the modem could not be used in the Newton so I attempted a fax. Worked like a charm!
So are there any suggestions why Aloha is not connecting? Could it be all the advertising that is on AOL? If so is there anyway to turn it off? Please help me!
Thankyou in advance
John
Subj: Re:Connecting!
Date: 97-11-05 12:31:34 EST
From: CarShooter
You might try checking the "EC" button in Aloha. That's error correction.
Dean
Subj: Re:Aloha and ISP's
Date: 97-11-05 16:22:16 EST
From: Wwcasey
Dean,
You missed a special plan. AOL and AT&T Worldnet have a deal that if you use AT&T Worldnet as your only connection to AOL, then the unlimited rate is $7.95 per month. It's possible that other ISPs have the same deal.
Walt
Subj: Re:Aloha and ISP's
Date: 97-11-05 18:22:23 EST
From: CarShooter
<<You missed a special plan. AOL and AT&T Worldnet have a deal that if you use AT&T Worldnet as your only connection to AOL, then the unlimited rate is $7.95 per month. It's possible that other ISPs have the same deal.>>
So are you saying that the AT&T Connection rate is $7.95 per month or the AOL rate? If it's AOL that's still $2.00 better than AOL's regular "Bring your own Access" charge.
Dean
Subj: Re:Connecting!
Date: 97-11-05 19:16:46 EST
From: JRMolloy
I have dine that and have the same problem! :-(
Subj: Re:Aloha and ISP's
Date: 97-11-05 20:51:45 EST
From: PDC Larry
AT&T is $19.95 per month. AOL is $7.95 on top of that.
Larry Finch (PDCLarry)
PDA Forum Leader
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Subj: Re:Aloha and ISP's
Date: 97-11-05 21:01:00 EST
From: CarShooter
Cool! That still saves me $2.00 per month. But I still can't take advatage of it because I use Aloha (no ISP connection) to check my email when I'm on the road.
Subj: Re:Aloha and ISP's
Date: 97-11-06 14:04:52 EST
From: Glasshaus5
<<-Sorry Dean,
I still don't understand.......AOL mininum charge is 4.95 a month for limited use or 19.95 a month for un limited. With AOL you get 5 e-mail address's and there are local dial up's all over the country and world.>>
C'est ne pas Dean, but I can give one good reason for myself. I live in Krakow, Poland. PPP access for me is free (part of the local tele comm company) and AOL GlobalNet access is $6.00/hr. It is much cheaper to access through a PPP connection. Plus, I can't get globalnet to work with my old 2400bd modem, yet nie works fine. It would be a plus for me. :-)
-Jon Glass
Subj: Re:Aloha and ISP's
Date: 97-11-06 14:11:24 EST
From: Glasshaus5
> And often I get busy numbers and also must pay the
> additional $10 per month.
Actually, if you are on the BYOA plan, and you access through AOL's network, you only pay the $6.00/hr fee for the time you use. So, if you spend less than, say, an hour a month collecting your email this way, you still come out a winner in the cost. Maybe this will reduce your need for the PPP access for Aloha. I used Aloha and the BYOA plan for a few months, and found it worth it.
-Jon Glass
Subj: Re:Aloha and ISP's
Date: 97-11-06 15:01:39 EST
From: CarShooter
<<Actually, if you are on the BYOA plan, and you access through AOL's network, you only pay the $6.00/hr fee for the time you use.>>
Hmmm, you may have something there. Thanks, I may try it and see what happens.
Dean Siracusa
Subj: Re:Aloha and ISP's
Date: 97-11-08 18:40:47 EST
From: HardyMacia
<<Actually, if you are on the BYOA plan, and you access through AOL's network, you only pay the $6.00/hr fee for the time you use.>>
This is what I use. My AOL monthly charge is about $13.00 a month. In the states the hourly charge is only $3-$4 I think. Most of the time I log on via the net, but when I need to use Aloha which doesn't usually extend beyond an hour or two a month then I take the small extra hit in charge.
I've been hearing everyone's request for Aloha to access AOL thru your local provider. 1) I'm not sure if we can make Aloha do this, 2) I need the time to make Aloha do this, 3) if I do make Aloha do this I will charge an upgrade fee.
Hardy Macia
Catamount Software
http://www.catamount.com/
Subj: Re:Saving Email addresses
Date: 97-11-08 18:42:10 EST
From: HardyMacia
April,
There isn't an easy way to copy the email address to names. You can either do it the way you mentioned or remember it write it in.
Hardy Macia
Catamount Software
http://www.catamount.com/
Subj: Re:no connection
Date: 97-11-08 18:43:55 EST
From: HardyMacia
<<I just reloaded Aloha (2.3.6) and can't connect. I'm using a Motorola PC modem and have used it successfully in the past (an older version of Aloha though). The error message says ~10059, problem occured. Any idea what's going on? >>
Version 2.3.6 didn't changed anything related to the modem settings. So, if it was working in 2.3.5 then try resetting the newton, setting the modem type again, checking the EC (error correction) box,....
Hardy Macia
Catamount Software
http://www.catamount.com/
Subj: Re:Aloha and ISP's
Date: 97-11-08 22:20:21 EST
From: EarthSci97
Charge it, Hardy, we all appreciate your efforts.
Subj: Re:Saving Email addresses
Date: 97-11-09 00:16:25 EST
From: AprilTrak
Thanks for replying Hardy, thought I was missing something or stupid.
<<April,
There isn't an easy way to copy the email address to names. You can either do it the way you mentioned or remember it write it in.>>
Subj: Recent problems
Date: 97-11-13 15:24:44 EST
From: Renzamatic
anyone have problems download messages today?
-Greg
Subj: Re:Recent problems & Names
Date: 97-11-13 17:15:29 EST
From: DavemanOne
11/13/97 I can't download today either, sending is fine.
Also I would swear that in the past I could click on the action envelope on an e-mail and add the users e-mail address to my names. Later I would either update the card or copy the e-mail to the persons actual pre-existing card. Has been gone for a while, and I can't quite place it.
Subj: No Connection...Help!!!
Date: 97-11-14 16:13:08 EST
From: FujiRB
I have a MP 2000 and the newest Aloha and can never ever get past the connection stage. I have read and tried everyting in the postings and even reloaded Aloha on my friend MP, still nothing.
Anybody have any ideas that haven't been posted before!
Subj: Aloha 2.4
Date: 97-11-21 22:09:54 EST
From: HardyMacia
A heads up....I'm happy... this news will reduce a lot the time I spend on tech suppport....
I've finally figured out how to make Aloha support all of the AOLnet numbers with a single AOLnet setting instead of AOLnet #1,2,3. This makes it much easier to configure, it fixes a lot of the phone numbers that have been causing problems recently, and even the 800 # seems to connect better.
Version 2.4 will be availabe on my website <http://www.catamount.com> on Sunday 11/23/1997 (late in the day).
This upgrade is free for registered Aloha 2.x users. As usual, if you want to pay $10 or $50 for it again then I won't reject your payments.
Hardy Macia
Catamount Software
http://www.catamount.com/
Subj: Re:Aloha 2.4
Date: 97-11-22 01:41:37 EST
From: PDC Bob
<<I've finally figured out how to make Aloha support all of the AOLnet numbers with a single AOLnet setting instead of AOLnet #1,2,3. This makes it much easier to configure, it fixes a lot of the phone numbers that have been causing problems recently, and even the 800 # seems to connect better>>
Hardy! Well done! Look forward to the new version!
PDC Bob.
Subj: Re:Aloha 2.4
Date: 97-11-22 07:40:10 EST
From: Court Jstr
Will it address the way E-mail is broken into smaller fragments? Does the 2100 software and memory upgrade permit for it?
Subj: Re:Aloha 2.4 and Spam
Date: 97-11-22 20:21:40 EST
From: PDC SusanG
Big Behr,
If you or Hardy can figure out how to save the gold while dumping the dross, you can begin your retirement right now.
Susan Gustafson (PDC SusanG)
Subj: Re:No Connection...Help!!!
Date: 97-11-22 21:44:25 EST
From: Spinnetti
>I have a MP 2000 and the newest Aloha and can never ever get past the >connection stage. I have read and tried everyting in the postings and even >reloaded Aloha on my friend MP, still nothing.
>Anybody have any ideas that haven't been posted before!
Me too. Seems to be a trend. I have a Megahertz 14.4 fax modem, and a 2000. it connects then does nothing and times out. any ideas?
Spinnetti
Subj: Re:No Connection...Help!!!I
Date: 97-11-23 09:13:04 EST
From: PDC SusanG
I hope you'll download and try the update Hardy will be posting late today (Sunday). Let's hope that solves your problem.
Susan Gustafson (PDC SusanG)
Subj: Re:Aloha 2.4
Date: 97-11-23 11:55:07 EST
From: HardyMacia
<<Will it address the way E-mail is broken into smaller fragments? Does the 2100 software and memory upgrade permit for it?>>
Yes, hopefully, that is why I delayed the release until Sunday so I could implement a user configurable setting for the size of the fragments. While, it won't be the ideal solution it will allow users with 100+k of heap to hopefully download the full message without breaking it up.
I better go implement it now ;-)
Hardy
Subj: Re:No Connection...Help!!!
Date: 97-11-23 14:14:23 EST
From: CarShooter
<<Me too. Seems to be a trend. I have a Megahertz 14.4 fax modem, and a 2000. it connects then does nothing and times out. any ideas?>>
Did you try checking the "EC" box? It's for error correction on faster modems.
Dean
Subj: Aloha w/ upgraded 2K
Date: 97-11-23 14:18:14 EST
From: CarShooter
Hardy, I just wanted to let you and everyone know that Aloha 2.3.6 (haven't gotten the upgrade yet) works sooooo well on my upgraded MP2Ke! I can upload and download as many emails as I want without even a hiccup! 15 is my max so far bu with all of this new found heap I'm sure I could get much more than this. And that's without restarting or freezing anything!
Dean Siracusa
Subj: AOL
Date: 97-11-23 14:22:22 EST
From: CarShooter
So Hardy,
I was thinking this morning as I was downloading all my email, with the upgraded Newton MP2K & the 2100's, would it be possible to port a really old (i.e. small) version of AOL's mac software to the Newton?
Not sure if AOL would even allow this but it's just a thought.
Dean Siracusa
Subj: Aloha 2.4 is released
Date: 97-11-23 22:52:24 EST
From: HardyMacia
Aloha version 2.4 has been uploaded to my website <http://www.catamount.com>.
It should make connections for everyone easier. If you were having problems in the past this should fix the problems.
Hardy Macia
Catamount Software
http://www.catamount.com/
Subj: Re:No Connection...Help!!!
Date: 97-11-24 11:04:15 EST
From: FujiRB
Thanks Hardy!!! Version 2.4 corrected my problem.
Thanks fot the hard work
FujiRB
Subj: Aloha2.4/MP2100 Sweet!
Date: 97-11-24 22:13:10 EST
From: GP KART
Well,
Hardy has done it again.......version 2.4 of Aloha works Great with my 2100
I'm still playing with the message sizes to see what will work best for me, but having adjustable chop size is a great feature. My biggest download so far is 23 e-mails without a hitch! The MP2k of mine would have never done that.(Old O.S.)
Thanks to Aloha 2.4 and the MP2100 I am excited about Newton again!
Thanks, Robert
Subj: Shut off?
Date: 97-11-30 02:24:49 EST
From: AlanChiras
I'm trying to use Aloha 2.3.5 with a MP130. I have a digi brand PCMCIA card that is a combo 28.8 and ISDN card (i'm only using the 28.8 dongle.) When I try to connect, The didode(sp?) on my dongle turns red, then yellow, then the MP130 shuts off and does a hard reset! Any idea what is happining here (I do get a 'this is a comm. card message?) Thanks in advance, and please don't flame me. AlanChiras
Subj: Re:Shut off?
Date: 97-11-30 09:09:09 EST
From: PDC SusanG
Alan,
I don't have an answer to your question, but I'm concerned that you may have a bad experience on the PDA forum message boards or some other boards. Around here, no one will flame you for asking a reasonable (or even an unreasonable) question. We're glad to help whenever we can and we feel as frustrated as you do when we can't help forum members solve their problems. So ask away: whether they're smart or dumb, easy or hard, we'll try to answer your questions.
I conclude, unfortunately, by saying that I don't know what's wrong with your modem--sigh.
Susan Gustafson (PDC SusanG)
AOL PDA Forum Community Volunteer
Subj: Re:Shut off?
Date: 97-11-30 23:43:08 EST
From: AlanChiras
In the past, i've been 'accused' of not reading my handbook or not having put in enough time with my unit. I was kind of shocked by the responces, and my not being to 'master' this platform has caused a lot of fustration. I hope that Newton's second law will help, but with all my searching on all of the internet resources, I still have a problem finding answers. Thanks for your concern. AlanChiras.
Subj: Re:Shut off?
Date: 97-12-07 21:24:21 EST
From: HardyMacia
Alan,
My guess is that the card won't work with the Newton. Dual purpose cards seem to not work.
Hardy
Subj: Around-the-World e-mail?
Date: 97-12-08 09:23:05 EST
From: RobertJ853
A friend bougth a ticket to travel around the world. She has an aol e-mail address. I suggested she buy a 2100 to organize and communicate. She balked at the price. Does anyone have a cheaper suggestion? What is required in the way of modems, software and related gear?
I still recommend the 2100 but...
Subj: Re:Around-the-World e-mail?
Date: 97-12-08 12:08:43 EST
From: CarShooter
It's a lot bigger but she could buy an old used Powerbook like a 150 or a Duo 230 for around $450. Not a real good package for just getting your email but it would definitly work well.
Dean
Subj: Re:Around-the-World e-mail?
Date: 97-12-08 21:13:01 EST
From: HardyMacia
She could buy a MessagePad 120 or MessagePad 130 for under $400 and a modem for $50.
Subj: Re:Around-the-World e-mail?
Date: 97-12-08 21:52:11 EST
From: RobertJ853
Then Aloha I assume? I haven't actually done this myself.
Subj: Re:Around-the-World e-mail?
Date: 97-12-08 22:39:15 EST
From: EarthSci97
I'll bring the MP2100, if she has an extra ticket...
Discount...?
Subj: Re:Around-the-World e-mail?
Date: 97-12-09 02:15:57 EST
From: CarShooter
Hardy's got the right idea. She could also get the MP130 pretty cheap too. Backlighting is really nice and it has more memory than the MP120 which is very helpful when using Aloha.
She might even check out the classifieds for a used Newton.
Subj: Re:Around-the-World e-mail?
Date: 97-12-09 04:28:21 EST
From: PDC Bob
Speaking of around the world...with the newest Aloha...has anyone connected to AOLGlobalNet yet? I am just hanging at the connecting screen. I've tried calling a stateside AOLNet and it zings right in.
PDC Bob.
Subj: connection problems
Date: 97-12-09 20:29:25 EST
From: KWemm
Well Hardy I still can't seem to connect even with 2.4. Think I need on older version instead? I'm still using a mp 120 2.0 nos. The newton is still saying error ~10059. Any ideas would be greatly appreciated, I'm sad I can't show off my newton to my friends now until I conquer this. Thanks... Ken
Subj: Re:Around-the-World e-mail?
Date: 97-12-10 06:36:46 EST
From: GP KART
Well yes your right the 2100/Aloha/AOL is the hot set-up right now but.............
The MP 130 works EXCELLENT! It is my experiance that the MP130 (don't even bother with the 120) works much better than the MP2k with AOL/Aloha. I have been to all over the globe with my MP130 without any problems whatso ever!!!! As a seasoned traveller I love all the dial-up numbers for AOL and I love Hardy Macias Aloha for the Newton!!!!
Imagine I'm in my hotel in Tokyo making local phone calls on my Newton getting my AOL mail. I figure in the last year I have saved about $3000.00 in phone calls back to my Studio and Clients useing AOL/Aloha. Another great thing is that both the Newton AC adapter/chargers are multi-voltage 100/240
Also I would recomend the Megahertz 14.4 X-Jack PC Card modem. You can find them used for 20-30 dollars. Don't bother with the 28.8 cause you will notice very little speed differance and the current draw on the 14.4 is alot less.
Thats my opinion. (By experiance)
Robert
Subj: Around-the-World e-mail?
Date: 12/8/97 2:23:05 PM
From: RobertJ853
A friend bougth a ticket to travel around the world. She has an aol e-mail address. I suggested she buy a 2100 to organize and communicate. She balked at the price. Does anyone have a cheaper suggestion? What is required in the way of modems, software and related gear?
I still recommend the 2100 but...
Subj: Re:connection problems
Date: 97-12-10 23:06:31 EST
From: HardyMacia
<I'm still using a mp 120 2.0 nos. The newton is still saying error ~10059.>
The -10059 is a "bus error". I'm not sure what would be causing this. What kind of modem are you using? Did Aloha break during a version upgrade on you? It shouldn't have. Do you have the current MP120 NOS 2.0 system installed?
Hardy Macia
hardy@catamount.com <-- use this email address to contact me
Catamount Software
http://www.catamount.com/
Subj: AOLGlobalNet and Aloha 2.4
Date: 97-12-10 23:08:18 EST
From: HardyMacia
There seems to be a general problem with European users connecting with the GlobalNet numbers and Aloha 2.4. I haven't tried to track it down yet, but I've received several emails. I didn't think I had changed anything to the GlobalNet access since the last version so I probably goofed and typo'd something.
Hardy Macia
hardy@catamount.com <-- use this email address to contact me
Catamount Software
http://www.catamount.com/
Subj: Re:AOLGlobalNet and Aloha 2
Date: 97-12-11 11:23:14 EST
From: PDC Bob
<<There seems to be a general problem with European users connecting with the GlobalNet numbers and Aloha 2.4. I haven't tried to track it down yet, but I've received several emails. I didn't think I had changed anything to the GlobalNet access since the last version so I probably goofed and typo'd something.>>
Hardy,
Well...its good to know its not just me <g>. Things were working well before. I'd occassionally have days that would not connect, but on the whole it was OK. Unfortunately, I've only got the one number here and its AOLGlobalNet. Now I cannot connect at all :(
Well...I hope you find the typo before I have to go TDY and rely on 2Ke only for email!
PDC Bob.
Subj: Wow...
Date: 97-12-11 18:11:04 EST
From: PDC Sensha
If there are too many more glowing endorsements for Aloha like that, Hardy's going to boost the price. Keep it quiet and he'll never know what's going on...
Terry L. Stibal (PDC Sensha), your digital gadfly buzzing around Nothin' But Newton, the Newton Resource Center's all-Newton, all the time talk show. Join PDC Ryan and me every Monday night at 9:30 pm EST in the PDA Conference Center!
Subj: Re:Wow...
Date: 97-12-12 20:48:43 EST
From: HardyMacia
Yeah, I think anyone that saves $3000 as a result of Aloha should definitely pay $1000 for the product. Because you would still be making $2000 on it..isn't that how taxes work. Students and welfare receipents still only have to pay $50. ;-)
Hardy Macia
Catamount Software
http://www.catamount.com/
Subj: Our young VT wisenheimer...
Date: 97-12-13 12:20:36 EST
From: PDC Sensha
...makes an interesting point. Review the older folders on Aloha and you'll see no end of comments about how it costs too much for what it does. You'll also see many people lament the lack of AOL access on the Newton product.
Young Hardy, in between being polite as all hell and drinking designer beers, perceived a need for a way to get on to AOL. With no support from the folks at Vienna/Tyson Corners, he figures out how to glom onto the AOL system, fool the mothership into thinking that its communing with the AOL client software, and then codes the whole thing into a seamless intergration with the Newton system. Then, he charges a typical utility fee for the end result.
If the task were so easy to perform, there would be competitors for Aloha, and we know that there ain't no such animal. Hardy's not only got the best product in his field; he's got the only one.
The way that I see it, either you don't need Aloha (and thus shouldn't be thinking of complaining about the cost), or you really need Aloha and fifty bucks is a small price to pay for the utility and convenience. I wonder if he really intended that most of the email downloaded with his creation was going to originate from someone with an address like "brandi.hot@cybersex.com?
Terry L. Stibal (PDC Sensha), your digital gadfly buzzing around Nothin' But Newton, the Newton Resource Center's all-Newton, all the time talk show. Join PDC Ryan and me every Monday night at 9:30 pm EST in the PDA Conference Center!
Subj: Re:Shut off?
Date: 97-12-13 22:01:46 EST
From: AlanChiras
You seem to be right, the MIT PDA users group thinks it just looks at the ISDN side, and can't give enough power. Thanks!
Subj: I get connected/can't read?
Date: 97-12-14 03:07:35 EST
From: PMoshay
I can get online and get my mail no problem, but sometimes it says " cannot read, this uses stationary that is not installed, text"
I cannot even read the email's that i have sent that were created on the notepad
I have a Newton 2100/aloha 2.4/megahertz crusecard
what do i need to install?
Thanks!
Peter (PMoshay)
Subj: Needed Feature for Aloha
Date: 97-12-14 03:19:52 EST
From: Polyrob1
I would buy Aloha if you could use it through a TCP/IP connection, like I access AOL with my Desktop.
Robert
Subj: Re:Needed Feature for Aloha
Date: 97-12-15 00:30:16 EST
From: ISTClub
Do you have to have a NewtonMail account to use Aloha.Either way I would like a detailed instruction on how to access AOL mail.I am getting my first newton at christmas.(Its a 110 ,But I'm a middle class american high school student what more can I ask for)
thanks Alot,
Danny
Subj: Re:Needed Feature for Aloha
Date: 97-12-15 09:10:59 EST
From: PDC SusanG
To use Aloha, you need an AOL account and, since you have a student's limited budget, a local SprintNet or AOLNet phone number. That's all you need.
Susan Gustafson (PDC SusanG)
Subj: Re:I get connected/can't read?
Date: 97-12-16 13:38:10 EST
From: HardyMacia
Hmmm, that was a very old problem Aloha 2.0, I think. If you dont' have any old mail left in your in/out box then you shouldn't have a problem.
If you need to read those messages then you can install the compuserve mail client which will install a "Text Stationary" extension. Once that is installed you can delete the other pieces of the Compuserve mail client.
Hardy Macia
Catamount Software
http://www.catamount.com/
Subj: Great
Date: 97-12-16 19:17:08 EST
From: JRMolloy
Hardy you are a genious! I finally got my updated 2000 back today! Tried my New pc Modem in it with Aloha and it worked like a charm!
Hardy you are the man!
John
Subj: Re:Wow...
Date: 97-12-18 07:09:02 EST
From: GP KART
OK Hardy,
How much is my next version of Aloha gona cost me!!!!!
A good buiness tool makes/saves you money. Aloha/Newton is one of those tools. I have had every other PDA made and non of them come close to the Newton with Aloha. If this was a paid advertisment I would jump up and down and rave Aloha.
On a serious note the Newton/Aol works like a dream and Hardy is the "King" of support!
Robert
Subj: Re:Wow...
Date: 97-12-12 20:48:43 EST
From: HardyMacia
Yeah, I think anyone that saves $3000 as a result of Aloha should definitely pay $1000 for the product. Because you would still be making $2000 on it..isn't that how taxes work. Students and welfare receipents still only have to pay $50. ;-)
Hardy Macia
Catamount Software
http://www.catamount.com/
Subj: Aloha version 2.4.1 released
Date: 97-12-22 23:16:25 EST
From: HardyMacia
Aloha version 2.4.1 has been uploaded to <http://www.catamount.com>.
Changes in version 2.4.1 are:
* Fixes AOLGlobalNet bug. Have tested it on the Budapest and Nice numbers
* AOLnet seems to work in Europe and Japan.
* Phone popups are sorted by the comment (anything after the @) and then by number.
Hardy Macia
Catamount Software
http://www.catamount.com/
Subj: Re:Aloha version 2.4.1 relea
Date: 97-12-23 12:33:21 EST
From: PDC Bob
<<Changes in version 2.4.1 are: * Fixes AOLGlobalNet bug. Have tested it on the Budapest and Nice numbers>>
Hardy! You're the man!
PDC Bob.
Subj: Just imagine...
Date: 97-12-24 10:53:14 EST
From: PDC Sensha
....what Pocket Quicken would be like if Hardy had been the product manager...
Terry L. Stibal (PDC Sensha), your digital gadfly buzzing around Nothin' But Newton, the Newton Resource Center's all-Newton, all the time talk show. Join PDC Ryan and me every Monday night at 9:30 pm EST in the PDA Conference Center!
Subj: Problem with New Modem?
Date: 97-12-29 23:24:56 EST
From: Lynford D
Had no problem with Aloha, got new modem and upGraged aloha and it will no longer work. Have trashed it with the soup and re installed several times, Dials out, Conects, Stopes in the conecting mode? Any ideas.... Went back to 2.3 Ver and does the same thing.
Subj: Re:Just imagine...
Date: 97-12-30 01:41:21 EST
From: JohnLeslie
....what Pocket Quicken would be like if Hardy had been the product manager...
it's never too late, apparently he wouldn't even need support from the nice folks at Intuit... ;->
Subj: Re:Problem with New Modem?
Date: 97-12-30 09:37:54 EST
From: HardyMacia
Sounds like a modem problem. What kind of modem did you get? Did you try your old modem with the new version of Aloha?
Hardy
Subj: Re:Problem with New Modem?
Date: 97-12-30 11:32:32 EST
From: PDC Bob
<<got new modem>>
Which modem?
PDC Bob.
Subj: Re:Aloha and ISP's
Date: 97-12-30 19:45:27 EST
From: SFhard
I second that. I'm on BYOA also. Right now I have Claris Emailer forward my AOL mail to my IBM.net account once a day.
Us travelling types know hotels charge around a buck everytime you call out... AOL's access is so bad that you have to try several times, so it's not just the extra 2.95 an hour that I'm worried about. Some hotels even charge for busy signals and it's a hassle to get them taken off the bill. I know this is a real problem from using a Magic Link for 3 years (which had built in AOL access).
Dialing ONCE into my ISP for AOL, Netsurfing, and ISP email would save a lot of time & money.
Bottom Line: I would buy Aloha if it allowed me to access my AOL mail thru IBM.net (as Claris Emailer does). Until then, I'll be satisfied to wait till after my autoforwards and save lots of dollars & frustration.
I really think you'll find it worth the effort Hardy, especially now the the NetHopper stuff works well, more & more people will want to switch over to BYOA plans.
Thanks & good luck.
Subj: Modem with Aloha
Date: 97-12-30 20:20:18 EST
From: Lynford D
Yes I tried it with my old Modem and it does the same thing.. Will conect but stalls...
New Modem is CruseCard by Megahertz.... The Apple Ver.. Any Ideas?
Subj: Re:Modem with Aloha
Date: 97-12-30 23:41:42 EST
From: PDC SusanG
I haven't read all your posts, so I'll review some of your options.
Remove the card and do a soft reset on your MessagePad.
Reinsert the card.
If you haven't done so, download and install the latest version of Aloha.
Set your preferences.
Be sure to check the EC (error correction) box. That's the key to solving lots of problems.
Be sure that your phone line is okay and your telephone access number is correct.
Check out the modem and phone line with Nethopper.
Give Aloha a try.
If it still doesn't work, record all your preferences and post the whole lot on this message board.
Consider redownloading Aloha--just on the chance that something is corrupt.
Good luck. We'll work with you until your problem has been resolved.
Susan Gustafson (PDC SusanG)
AOL PDA Forum Consultant
Subj: Re:Aloha and ISP's
Date: 97-12-31 05:41:19 EST
From: Bud James
I too am a BYOA user of AOL. My local ISP never has a busy signal or "down for system maintenance" attitude.
As a new Newton 2000 user (upgraded to 2100 last week), I would also buy Aloha if it could retrieve and delete email from my AOL account along with mail from my ISP account. All of my correspondence shows my ISP email address, however, some people still send stuff to my AOL account. That's why I need to still access it.
As the Internet keeps getting better, the only other thing that I use AOL for is the Newton Resource Center and this message board. I could get this through the Internet, I'd cancel my AOL account and save $9.95 a month.
Bud James
Subj: Aloha 2.4.3 and Aloha 1.1.3
Date: 97-12-31 09:00:00 EST
From: HardyMacia
I've uploaded new versions of Aloha (1.1.3 and 2.4.3) to <http://www.catamount.com>.
The new versions fix a bug in the SprintNet connection protocol. If you don't use SprintNet numbers to access AOL then you don't need to download the new versions.
Aloha 1.1.2 users will need to download it because Aloha 1.1.x only supports SprintNet connections.
Hardy Macia
hardy@catamount.com <-- use this email address to contact me
Catamount Software
http://www.catamount.com/
Subj: Re:Aloha 2.4.3 and Aloha 1.1
Date: 97-12-31 16:32:27 EST
From: DerekH4007
Hardy,
2.4.3 works great with SprintNet. Good work.
Do you still recommend SprintNet over AOLNet?
Thanks,
Derek
Subj: My Pref Info> Mp2100
Date: 97-12-31 21:45:17 EST
From: Lynford D
Still no luck connecting to aol. Any Ideas
Modem Settings
Modem : Megahertz 33.6 PC Card Modem # XJ4336
ModemVolume: Med
Require dialtone: On
Tone Dialing Selected
Conect Using: Left PC Card
Modem Set Up: 28.8 and Faster
Aloha Pref.
Ver2.4.2
Network: Sprint
Phone: 717-241-3000 ( 28.8 aol Line for Carlisle,PA)
Password: Set Corect
Show Status Dialogs: Selected
When Sending: Specify When
After Sending:Delete
File read items in: Unifiled Items
Newton Info
Mp 2100
Subj: Re:My Pref Info> Mp2100
Date: 98-01-01 10:00:35 EST
From: Don84
I have heard of some people selecting Default for Connect Using instead of a specific port, and that made the difference.
If that doesn't work, try fiddling around with that phone number -- does it need a 1, or, if it's a local call, don't use the area code at all.
Subj: Aloha Problem?
Date: 98-01-02 11:35:48 EST
From: Lynford D
NetHopper dose work with the NewModem...
Aloha will not even work with my old NewtonCard Modem... But it did on MP2000?
Aloha Ver 2.4.3
Subj: Aloha 2.2.4 bugs?
Date: 98-01-03 02:45:37 EST
From: MarcusHamm
I just bought a copy of Aloha 2.2.4 for my Newton MP130. Are there any bug fixes/patches available out there that I need to get a hold of?
Subj: Re:Aloha 2.2.4 bugs?
Date: 98-01-03 03:53:30 EST
From: PDC Bob
<<I just bought a copy of Aloha 2.2.4 for my Newton MP130. Are there any bug fixes/patches available out there that I need to get a hold of? >>
No bug patches per se...but Hardy is "constantly" making tweaks to enhance the capabilities. We are up to 2.4.3 if memory serves. There is a link to get it from Hardy's web site at the Newton Resource Center's www links or you can point your browser to www.catamount.com
PDC Bob.
Subj: Aloha 2.4 & AOL 800#
Date: 98-01-04 05:42:59 EST
From: Bud James
I'm a BYOA (bring your own access) subscriber to AOL, the $9.95/month plan for unlimited usage. I use my ISP e-mail address for all new mail, however, I still get mail at my AOL address.
I installed the Aloha 2.4 demo on my Newton 2000 (upgraded to 2100) but I can't get it to work when dialing the AOL 800#. The modem dials, connects and then nothing until I get a time-out message. Thoughts anyone?
Also, when will Aloha have the capability to access my AOL account through my ISP connection. I use Claris Emailer 2.0 on my laptop MAC Duo2300 and it can do this without having to load the AOL application. It works great.
Thanks.
Bud James
Subj: Re:Aloha 2.4 & AOL 800#
Date: 98-01-04 13:17:34 EST
From: PDC SusanG
The standard questions about Aloha problems are: Do you have the latest upgrade? and If you have a fast modem, do you have EC (for error correction) checked. Give it another try after you check those things. It's working okay for me.
Susan Gustafson (PDC SusanG)
AOL PDA Forum Consultant
Subj: Re:Aloha 2.4 & AOL 800#
Date: 98-01-04 20:04:42 EST
From: Bud James
Susan,
Yes, Yes and Yes! Now what?
Bud James
Subj: Any Other Ideas..
Date: 98-01-04 21:55:24 EST
From: Lynford D
Trying to ge Aloha 2.4.3 to work on Mp2100
I 'v tried every setting I can thin of and can not get it to send or Receive Mail from Aol...
Subj: Re:Any Other Ideas..
Date: 98-01-05 09:02:12 EST
From: PDC SusanG
Hardy Macia usually monitors this board and answers questions. If you haven't seen a response from him, I suggest that you check his web site <catamount.com> and send him a message. Unfortunately, we seem to have run out of solutions, but I'll bet he can help you. Good luck.
Susan Gustafson (PDC SusanG)
Subj: Re:Aloha 2.4.3 and Aloha 1.1
Date: 98-01-05 13:38:57 EST
From: HardyMacia
<<Do you still recommend SprintNet over AOLNet?>>
No. Use whichever you works better for you. SprintNet might have less busy signals.
The reason I recommended SprintNet over AOLNet #1,2,3 in the past was because it was easier to tell users to just use Sprint because it only had one option and you didn't have to try several things to make it work, but now AOLNet #1,2,3 is consolidated into one choice AOLnet so users shouldn't have problems connecting with AOLnet.
Hardy Macia
Catamount Software
http://www.catamount.com
Subj: Re:Carlisle, PA SprintNet nu
Date: 98-01-05 13:52:04 EST
From: HardyMacia
Lynford,
Try using a AOLnet number for Carlisle. I'm headed to San Fran now and won't beable to figure out what is wrong with the SprintNet number you are trying to use.
Hardy
Subj: Re:Carlisle, PA SprintNet nu
Date: 98-01-05 22:00:41 EST
From: Lynford D
Hardy,
I'm in Seattle this week and will be home Next week, I'v tried the Seattle Numbers and still no LUCK?
Subj: What's the problem?
Date: 98-01-07 23:05:28 EST
From: MarcusHamm
I just bought a used (<1yr old) MP130 and a brand new 14.4 WorldPort PC Card modem. I'm trying to get Aloha 2.2.4 to work and I get mixed results. Sometimes the modem connects me to AOL, then "times out" before getting any messages. Most of the time the Newton freezes as soon as I tap "Connect", before it even dials! I tried changing the settings, (using Sprint, AOL1-3,Hayes Basic modem, error correction) but I can't get one group of settings to work more than once. Does anyone have an idea of what I'm doing wrong? Do I need to get version 2.3.4? Do I have to buy it? This is the only blemish on an otherwise perfect record... Marcus
Subj: Re:What's the problem?
Date: 98-01-08 08:43:30 EST
From: PDC SusanG
Check <www.catamount.com> to see whether the upgrade you are looking for is free.
Susan Gustafson (PDC SusanG)
Subj: Brought to you by...
Date: 98-01-09 14:36:28 EST
From: DGL West
Hardy,
Thank you for writing this great program for us (yes, I've paid up). I'm wondering about the tag line: "Sent from a Newton via Aloha 2.4.2". Is it simply to promote the Newton and your software or is it like a legal disclaimer that AOL has insisted on? It doesn't REALLY bother me, but it is attached to every piece of mail I send... just curious
Subj: Re:Brought to you by...
Date: 98-01-11 01:02:24 EST
From: PDC Ryan
<<It doesn't REALLY bother me, but it is attached to every piece of mail I send... >>
For what it's worth, it can be turned off from the Aloha prefs. Tap the button for signature, and there is a check box there. Personaly, I keep it on, so all my friends get to see that I'm sending eMail from my Newton ;-D
Ryan P. Kennedy
PDC Ryan
PDA Forum Consultant
"Blind Faith Expert"
http://user.aol.com/pdcryan
Nothin' But Newton. Mondays @ 9:30 EST, AOL Keyword: Newton
Subj: Aolnet/Sprint
Date: 98-01-13 20:58:22 EST
From: Lynford D
Got back to Carlisle after Trying for Days to get ALOHA to work and may have figered it out...
It will only work with the AOLnet phone number in the Carlisle area With Useing a ( Megarhertz Cruise Card..... ALOHA 2.4.2 and Mp2100) It will in no way No settings, work with the Sprint Numbers .Any special reason to this?
Subj: Re:AOL in Australia/NZ
Date: 98-01-15 07:56:22 EST
From: Don84
In February, I'll be flying to Sydney and taking a cruise from Australia to New Zealand. We'll be making stops at about nine ports in Australia, Tasmania, and New Zealand. I'd like to keep in contact with my office with E-Mail at the various ports.
My question is, can I use the local numbers listed for SprintNet and AOL Net? Or, is there some other way to access AOL from down under? Thanks for the advice.
Don Altorfer
Subj: Re:AOL in Australia/NZ
Date: 98-01-15 08:29:48 EST
From: PDC Bob
<<is there some other way to access AOL from down under? >>
Don,
The best thing to do is go to keyword "ACCESS" and you'll be able to do an international search to see what is available. It will likely be AOLGlobalNet.
PDC Bob.
Subj: Re:AOL in Australia/NZ
Date: 98-01-15 13:21:50 EST
From: Don84
Bob,
Thanks for the tip. I'll go to keyword ACCESS. I've heard of AOLGlobalNet, but don't know what it is. Could someone clue me in? Thanks.
Don Altorfer
Subj: Re:AOL in Australia/NZ
Date: 98-01-15 13:47:18 EST
From: PDA Craig
AOLGlobalNet refers to AOL's global access numbers. If you can't find one for your area, try keyword HPHAND and look at our list of international Sprintnet numbers. (It's at that keyword since HP palmtop users running DOS AOL can only use Sprint).
Craig
Subj: Re:Aolnet/Sprint
Date: 98-01-16 00:05:34 EST
From: Cdavaz
>>It will only work with the AOLnet phone number in the Carlisle area With >>Useing a ( Megarhertz Cruise Card..... ALOHA 2.4.2 and Mp2100) It will in no >>way No settings, work with the Sprint Numbers .Any special reason to this?
This was a bug in Aloha 2.4.2. Hardy made the fix for Aloha 2.4.3 and now the Sprint numbers work. If you go to www.catamount.com and locate Aloha 2.4.3, you'll solve your problem.
Carl
Subj: Re:AOL in Australia/NZ
Date: 98-01-20 13:03:16 EST
From: Youngag
Last year I was in New Zealand for two weeks. I had good luck accessing AOL Net for my mail. Good luck!
