Hello Bernie and Bruno,

Thank you for your quick response.

Bernie - it suggests that the Pad is charging whilst connected to the mains. If this is the case, there shouldn't be a problem.

Bruno - what a good idea to carry the books, just in case. Unfortunately, the car space is limited which is one of the reason I was looking to shed some of the baggage.

Ah well! I know Joan is just venturing out on the circuit and was expecting a delivery of a Music Pad yesterday, and we do keep in touch so I'll wait awhile and see what her verdit is.

Thanks again for your help.

Audrey