The drainage issue basically occurs when the unit is sleeping, so downloading will not be effected since you are actually using the device at that time. >>> micmey@xxxxxxxxxxx 03/29/05 09:59AM >>> Hi all. Could somebody please tell me if the battery drainage issue occurs when downloading any files to the book port? I'd like to download the next episode of Blind Justice after it becomes available from Real-eyes.org later this evening. Should I wait for the next firmware fix? Michael