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    Stylus, Tether and Holder on CF-29H

    Discussion in 'Panasonic' started by mklym, Jan 30, 2014.

  1. mklym

    mklym Notebook Evangelist

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    Here are some pictures on the setup I have on my CF-29MK3. I used a handle assembly, stylus and tether from a CF-30 and modded a CF-29 wireless switch bumper to tie off the tether to. A small drop of flow-able silicon onto the inside of the bumper, at the top, between the 2 ribs to ensure no passage for fluids.

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    The handle.


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    The complete unit with handle, stylus, tether and modded bumper.


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    Closer look at the tie off point.
     
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    Nice one... I did this a long time ago... The CF-30 handle fits... But doesn't snap into place like the OEM CF-29 handle does. Still... I like having a stylus handy. But I always remove the annoying tether.
     
  3. mklym

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    Thanks Rick. Ya, I didn't think I was the first one to figure this out. :D This CF-30 handle actually fits pretty tight. I was surprised, but ya, not like a CF-29 handle. I guess I could buy a 10-pak of styluses and then not bother with a tether, but I hate loosing anything. :| And I hate finger smudges on the TS, that's why I use a stylus on all my TS models. :thumbsup:
     
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    I've started using the stylus more and more to tell the truth. Especially on the CF-31 which seems to have a slightly different touchscreen protector installed where every smudge seems to be magnified.

    Good work though!
     
  5. mklym

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    For me, the biggest benefit to using a stylus is that I can use small icons and get a bit more desk space. I have big fingers and have to use large icons to be accurate with my finger. :)