oh .. note: the mini cam never actually switches off. when it's 'off' it's really in 'standby' mode, as the built in memory is SDRAM, so it never really switches off, otherwise the data will be lost.
so when not in use, my advice is to remove the batt. besides, battery acid in the mini cam would surely make it a hell lot more funky ..
anyways it's good to see a fellow lomo-er post here =)