Interesting, thanks for your replies.
Yep, it was that thompson one. My first. And alas, I see I should have done some more homework first! Oh well, glad I'm not the only one here who got that one. :)
I see I can still return it, so maybe I'll do that and try to get something that is more reliable.
Other ideas in that price range? (>$30)

Thanks,
clarko