[NTLK] Error with Sony power adapter SCP-114

[Pawel Piotrowski]

> On 19 Jul 2025, at 14:33, Fabrice Braun <f at fabricebraun.de> wrote:
> 
> As it was recommended in this list, I bought a (used) Sony SCPH-114 power adapter (European/German version) for my eMate. 
> 
> But now, when I start my eMate I get this error message: 
> 
> „POWER The adapter is providing too much power. The battery cannot be charged with this adapter.“
> 
> Does anyone know, what’s wrong? The orange light on the meat is on.
> 
> Fabrice


Hi Fabrice!

I would check if that Sony adapter does not exceed 7.5V (check with any multimeter). If the voltage is even more higher than 7.5V, you have your problem.

The original Apple power adapter for Newton has 7.5V, 1.2A, so the voltage is fine, and the 2A on your Sony shouldn’t be a problem. The only problem (I guess) may be voltage higher than 7.5V.



Best regards,
Pawel Piotrowski

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