SolidTek DM-L2 DigiMemo L2 8-1/2-by-11-Inch Digital Notepad
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Manufacturer: SolidtekAudio: English (Original Language)
Model: DM-L2
Product features:
- Take notes on regular paper with inking pen, and Digital Notepad converts writing strokes into digital format
- 32 MB built-in memory and CompactFlash expansion slot to add more
- Writing area 8.5 x 11 inches for full letter size
- Included DigiMemo Manager software to view, edit, and organize digital pages
- Device measures 13.2 x 0.47 x 9.9 inches (WxHxD)
Digital camera reviews of SolidTek DM-L2 DigiMemo L2 8-1/2-by-11-Inch Digital Notepad
Digital camera Review: Promising but disappointing
Summary: 1 Stars
I was really excited about this product and very happy with it for the first 3 months of ownership. I used it every single day. I go to a lot of meetings and consequently take a lot of notes. I found it very convenient and unobtrusive to use this notepad instead of bringing along a laptop or having to scan my notes after the fact.
Operation is pretty simple. Press the power button and there is a little number indicator to show which page the clipboard is on. If there is already data on the "page" the indicator will show filled text. It also indicates if the page is blank so you can begin to write.
To download the information, I just would plug in my USB cable and download. Their custom software is required because a format of *.DHW is used. That is sort of inconvenient because then I'd have to convert to either pdf or jpg. The pdf conversion results in a not very high quality file. And doing jpg conversion is a pain because its necessary to convert page by page. And there are no options to change quality or resolution of the conversion.
I was okay with all these things and planning to just live with it, however, a few days ago the unit just broke on me. The clipboard would freeze on a specific page and none of the buttons would respond. I had to take out the batteries to get it to reset. Also, I have lost 10 pages of data because I cannot download the files anymore. When I plug in the digimemo tablet, the folders will show up at first. Then when I try to download, the data disappears and show only 0 bytes on the drives. It is very frustrating.
I don't know what to do now since I just have a plastic clipboard which has no functionality.
To sum up:
NEGATIVES
* Proprietary file format which requires conversion
* Converted files (pdf) are either poor quality or tedious (must do page by page for jpg)
* Poor quality. The unit already broke after 3 months!
POSITIVES
* Uses normal paper
* Uses regular batteries
* Can just plug in via USB port
* Stores 1000 pages
But, the quality issue is most troubling because I've spent > $100 for a unusable product with no service or support!
Summary of SolidTek DM-L2 DigiMemo L2 8-1/2-by-11-Inch Digital Notepad
Digitally capture and store everything you write with ink on ordinary paper. The DigiMemo L2 is a stand-alone device with storage capability that digitally captures and stores everything you write or draw with ink on ordinary paper without the use of computer and special paper. When connected to a PC, the DigiMemo L2 offers an on-line writing function, which can instantly synchronize your writing on the paper with the digital page in its software. With its DigiMemo Manager software, you can easily view, edit and organize your digital pages in Windows. You also can use the on-line writing function, which can instantly synchronize your writing on the paper with the digital page in its software. Can be saved as BMP, JPG, GIF or PNG format System Requirements - Windows 2000 or XP, CPU 500 MHz Pentium III or better, RAM 128 MB or more recommended, Equipment Available USB port, CD-ROM drive & 32 MB Hard Drive Free Space Pad Dimensions - Width 9.88 x Length 13.22 inches (251 mm x 336 mm) Thickness - 12 mm (0.47-inch) Weight - 1.4 pounds (635 grams) without batteries Writing Area - 8.5 x 11-inch (216 mm x 279 mm) Writing Thickness - 0.55-inch (14 mm), approximately 140 sheets of paper Notepad Holder for Letter size notepad - 8.5 x 11.9-inches (216 mm x 302 mm) Power Source Supplied from USB port when connecting the digital pad to PC 4 AAA alkaline batteries can last approximately 80 hours Digital Inking Pen Dimensions - Length 5.28 x Diameter 0.45-inch (34x11.3mm) Weight - 0.03 pounds (3.8 grams) with battery Power Source - One 1.55V button cell battery Ink Cartridge - Diameter 0.09 x Length 2.64 inch (2.3mmx67mm)The SolidTek DM-L2 DigiMemo L2 8-1/2-by-11-Inch Digital Notepad is a stand-alone device that can digitally capture what you write and draw on regular paper--with no special paper or computer. The Digital Notepad remembers the strokes that you draw and when you are done, you simply plug the Notepad into your computer via USB and upload your notes. Then you will have both a digital and a paper copy. The included DigiMemo Manager software lets you easily view, edit, and organize your digital pages in Windows. The digital pages can be saved as BMP, JPG, GIF, or PNG formats. You can then easily share your digital pages with others, or highlight, annotate, and edit them.
When the pad is connected to a PC, it can function as a graphics tablet, with the writing on the paper and the writing on the screen synchronized. The DigiMemo L2 has a writing area of 8 by 11 inches and has 32 MB of built-in storage, with a CompactFlash memory card slot for expansion. The pad is light and thin, and isn't uncomfortable to hold or use. The battery of the pen can last about 14 months and the pad will last about 100 hours on four AAA alkaline batteries. The unit automatically shuts down after 30 idle minutes.
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