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So if that is the case, where can you get reliable batteries? Do places like the source carry them? I haven't come across these types of batteries really.. cept online I got a pair of Panasonic HHF-AZ01 gumsticks (1400 mAh, 1.2V) that match the Sony gumsticks, for $19 Cdn /ea from Future Shop (35% less than original Sonys). Not sure if available in the US though. Search around a couple of stores if interested. Works just like originals for charging, length of playback, etc. No problems yet for me, but only had them about 3 weeks.

(I also posted this in the Tips & Tricks forum, but this is where the Hi-MD specialists hang out, I would assume?) Does anyone know if there is a way to set the "1 remain" time as the default display? You can choose it in the menu, but the next time you hit stop, it goes back to normal time display.

Does anyone know if there is a way to set the "1 remain" time as the default display? You can choose it in the menu, but the next time you hit stop, it goes back to normal time display.

Thanks for the input. I bought a pair of Panasonic HJE50's to try out the in-ear idea, thought they had good sound, but was concerned about quality as the cords were VERY thin, and no 'buffer' at the entry point to the bud. Hard plastic hole + thin cord = cut through in short order. Plus the rubber ear seals were very thin material too. Took 'em back. Looking closely the Sony EX81's appear to have the same thin cord, although from reading around the board the ear seals are better. Still concerned. Yeah, $349 is not a super deal, but most authorized dealers in Canada sell the E4c's for $359 to $405. I'm not a fan of ordering from the US as I get stuck with duties, taxes, processing fees to determine how much duties I have to pay, higher shipping costs etc... plus hassles if I need to return &/or warranty work. Just easier to pay the extra $20 difference in the end & get it from a Cdn dealer. Took a look online at the ER6i & ER4's... I have smaller ears, and I'm concerned that their three-flange tips won't fit in my ear canal. (I don't like the foam compress sleeves). The Shure's come with various sized single-flange tips which seem similar to the Panny / Sony idea. I think I'm leaning towards the E4c's in black. (FYI Shure now has E4c-b which are all-black with chrome accents - will match my RH10 perfectly!) I'll just hold off a bit until I find a better Cdn price. Again, thanks. (And sorry for rambling! LOL!)

I'm curious on other's thoughts about these canal buds. I can order a set of Shure E4c's for $349 (Cdn) vs a pair of the Sony EX81's for $90 (Cdn). Are the Shure's worth the extra money? Shure's have a much higher sensitivity & impedance, however their range is only 20-16k Hz where the Sony's are 5-23k. Plus the Sony's seem to have a much thinner cable. I would be ordering over the 'net, can't try out in person. Impressions? I'm looking for full range of sound & comfort. I don't mind paying for the quality if it's there.

Thanks for the replies. I've ordered my RH10 from Minidisc Canada. Hope to get it in a few days! What I was concerned about on the gumstick charging memory is that the RH10 will start recharging the battery when connected to a USB drive. If the battery is (for eg) only half-exhausted before recharging begins, some batteries will have a memory effect and only half-charge from then on no matter how exhausted the battery is. Anyone with a NiMH gumstick notice a memory problem?

Long time reader, first time poster! Currently have a 600d, thinking of getting an RH10. Questions for those who have an RH10... 1. If the gumstick runs out, can you simply attach the sidecar w/ an AA, or should you remove the gumstick too? (IE will it try to charge the gumstick using power from the AA?) 2. Any problems with loss of EQ settings, etc.. when using sidecar only while changing it's battery? (I have a Sony CD player and changing the sidecar battery causes loss of resume location & EQ setting.) 3. Anyone notice problems with NiMH gumstick memory if top up charged? Thanks in advance to those who can enlighen me! Max