Accessories

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What accessories are available for the Zaurus?

• Check MyZaurus.com
  

Sharp's MyZaurus.com lists a number of accessories for the Zaurus on their Accessories page:

• Mobile modem card
• Land modem card
• Wireless network card
• Ethernet card
• SD and CF memory cards
• Digital camera
• Battery and power accessories
• Cradle and serial cable
• Barcode scanner
• USB host

Last updated: 2003.Jun.09

• Check developer.sharpsec.com
  

The developer.sharpsec.com site (where the SL-5000D was first made available) contains a page that lists peripherals that will work on the Zaurus (including brand and model), as well as those they hope will work some day soon.

Last updated: 2002.Apr.01

Are there cases for the Zaurus?

• MI-E21 Zaurus Cases should fit
  

Cases for the Zaurus MI-E21, such as these available from Xigma in Japan (they ship to the US) fit the SL-5500. They are slightly different, though, and you cannot access the SD slot. It's hard to get the stylus out, as well.

Source: Anonymous
Last updated: 2002.Apr.19

• Targus makes some cases for iPaq/Jornada which should fit
  

Targus also makes a few cases for the iPaq/Jornada which fit just fine. For example, this one. It's only $10 USD, and has an inside pocket for PCMCIA or business cards.

Source: Todd Radel
Last updated: 2002.Apr.08

• eXpansys Black Chairmans Case for Zaurus 5500, £45.83

http://www.expansys.com/product.asp?code=PFRAMA_ZAURUS1BL

Source: tumnus
Last updated: 2003.Oct.09

Are there any VGA adapters that work with the Zaurus?

• Yes there are!
  

There is the IO Data CF XGA card: http://www.myzaurus.com/acc_Comm8.asp

The Zaurus software does not have the same amount of support as the Pocket PC though.

Source: tumnus
Last updated: 2003.Oct.09

I lost my stylus! What can I do!?

• Order a replacement SL-5000D stylus from Sharp
  

While it appears styluses still aren't available at any retailers, it seems Sharp accepts orders for them. The part number is CPEN1008YC01. You can call Sharp's tech. support at: 1-877-794-8675. (This is the plastic stylus.)

Source: James Ebertsch, 'Brutus'
Last updated: 2002.Apr.16

• Order a replacement SL-5500 stylus from Sharp
  

While it appears styluses still aren't available at any retailers, it seems Sharp accepts orders for them. The part number is CPENP1008YC01. You can call Sharp's tech. support at: 1-877-794-8675. (This is the part-metal stylus.)

Source: 'Brutus'
Last updated: 2002.Apr.16

• Get a Tungsten T stylus
  

The official Palm Tungsten T stylus is an excellent replacement for the Sharp stylus.
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Source: tumnus
Last updated: 2003.Oct.09

Can I use a GPS with my Zaurus?

• Yes, with Open Source software
  

There is an open source application, zgps, which has been tested with a Pretec†CompactGPS.

Source: Patrick Perroud
Last updated: 2002.Apr.26

• A commercial GPS CF card
  

SDG Systems sell a GPS CF card that works with the Zaurus.

Source: tumnus
Last updated: 2003.Oct.09

What about screen protectors?

• NuShield offers protectors for the SL-5500
  

NuShield has Zaurus SL-5500 protectors here for about $2 USD.

Source: Walter Rawdanik
Last updated: 2002.Sep.26

• Brando screen protectors
  

Removable and Reusable - Washable - Anti Scratch - Dust Prevention - Anti - Light Reflection - Better Writting. Available here.

Source: 'la.blondinette'
Last updated: 2003.Jun.09

• Any that is big enough (or can be trimmed down) to fit, should work
  For example, WriteRight protectors for the Sony Clie PDA are just big enough (they don't covert the extremely left and right, beyond the visible screen).

Source: Rich Harkins
Last updated: 2002.May.08

What kind of power chargers can I get?

• Standard chargers
  

The standard wall-charger (some chargers for iPAQs work, too; check the power specifications!!!) and battery recharging unit from Sharp.

Last updated: 2003.Jun.09

• Instant Power 'PowerCartridge'
  

A disposable cartridge good for three charges, and hours of use. Stored in a resealable pouch. Available here.

Source: Mark Seven Smith
Last updated: 2003.Jun.09

• Instant Power 'USB Charger'
  

Use a desktop or laptop's USB port to charge the Zaurus. Available here.

Source: Mark Seven Smith
Last updated: 2003.Jun.09

Is there a Zaurus driver for the Belkin F8U1500 wireless IR keyboard? Or is there a plan to support it?

• Unfortunately no.</li>
  

There is currently no Zaurus driver for the Belkin F8U1500 keyboard. Try emailing Belkin support/customer service for more info, or to ask them if they will ever support it. Source: offroadgeek
Last updated: 2004.Feb.17

Is there a driver for my Belkin Universal Wireless Keyboard?

• Try this http://www.zaurususergroup.com/modules.php?op=modload&amp;amp;name=UpDownload&amp;amp;file=index&amp;amp;req=getit&amp;amp;lid=214swsingleton@yahoo.com