I have already read the entire explanation of this new system, and negative Download Quota, but I have a question. Earlier today I had -9 DQ, and when I went to download an image the options panel displayed it as a free download, and sure enough when I did download it reduced my DQ to -10.
I left it for several hours, hoping to replenish my Download Quota. When I returned I had gained two back, and this time the panel displayed the cost of the image. I downloaded, and still again my DQ dropped, even though I had spent credits on the scan. At least presumably I spent credits, as the cost is only visible when the download will take your credits. I now have -14 DQ even though I paid for those images. This is quite displeasing. Is it not possible to lock the negative quota? I should not have to wait 72 hours until I may use my credits for fear of never regaining my DQ...