September 2023 - vcf-midatlantic

subject: sphere is no longer a-round :-(
by Jeffrey Jonas 30 Sep '23

30 Sep '23

Sphere Research Corporation is no more http://www.sphere.bc.ca The old info is still up (for now) https://www.sphere.bc.ca/oldsite/index.html such as nixie spec sheets https://www.sphere.bc.ca/oldsite/test/nixie.html slide rule info and booklets, lotsa wonderful archives are there. Walter Shawlee II, as he said to tell the world, died with stunning inconvenience. More specifically, he passed away in Kelowna, BC, on September 4, 2023. Born in LA to Hollywood actress Joan Shawlee and artist Walter Shawlee, he is survived by his wife Susan, daughter Rosanne, son Walt, sister Angie, and niece Sydney.

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subj: Walmart cleverness: outlet strip vs. extension cord: use both, kinda
by Jeffrey Jonas 30 Sep '23

30 Sep '23

I found a gadget at Walmart that seems to solve a recurring dilemma (particularly at workshops or on-the-road demos) use an extension cord, or a power strip with a short cord? This small portable star shaped device gives 5 outlets from an extension cord, accommodating wall-wart power bricks. Circuit breaker and pilot light. Brand: Hyper Tough (Walmart house brand) Manufacturer Part Number: CT-093 https://www.walmart.com/ip/Hyper-Tough-5-Outlet-Outdoor-Extension-Cord-Powe…

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OT: Raspberry Pi 5
by Christian Liendo 28 Sep '23

28 Sep '23

https://www.raspberrypi.com/5 You can argue this may be on topic as some people use Raspberry Pis in conjunction with old computers.

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Sorta off-topic: Ethernet switch pickup in NYC?
by David Riley 27 Sep '23

27 Sep '23

Hey all, Sorry to bother, but I recently won an eBay auction for a pretty decent 10G Ethernet switch (1U, nothing terribly big) without realizing it was local pickup only, and the seller is in NYC near Washington Square Park and I am in Maryland. I hate to presume, but I know we have a few NYC folks here and I was wondering if I could persuade someone to do the pickup and either ship it to me or bring it to The Event Formerly Known As Festivus (will be glad to compensate for your time as well, especially since I know space tends to be at a premium in the city)? If so, let me know, I can connect you with the seller. Thanks! Hoping to see folks again soon! - Dave

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Large sale in Edison, NJ this coming weekend.
by Dave Shevett 27 Sep '23

27 Sep '23

An awful lot of e-waste in this pile (many many PC's), but at least one Amiga 2000, a pair of Apple II's, mac pros, adn... a 1971 Galaxy? :) If someone is local and wants to be my broker for the Amiga, I'm super-keen on it, but obviously ya'll get first dibs. https://philadelphia.craigslist.org/gms/d/edison-garage-and-yard-sale-estat… -- Dave Shevett shevett(a)pobox.com

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The 6502 Song
by Jeffrey Brace 26 Sep '23

26 Sep '23

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LrPxM-qYNTI

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On the job hunt - any suggestions?
by Thomas G 26 Sep '23

26 Sep '23

As my health is improving I'm finally getting back into the saddle for my job hunt, though I'm having poor luck getting responses to my applications. Does anyone here have recommendations? I have a bachelor's in computer science, and have been programming for about 11 years now. I know Java, C, Python, COBOL, Lua, SQL, and a bit of Lisp and PROLOG (if there are jobs hiring PROLOG programmers in 2023, then color me surprised!). If it's an in-office position, then I'd hope for something near central NJ - I'm about 20 minutes away from Infoage. I can't move for work, though I can do travel. Of course, remote work would also be accepted. Other tech jobs are welcome - I can't be on my feet very much due to some congenital issues, but I'm very open to learning new skillsets. I've also got to balance this with my position/responsibilities as VCF warehouse manager, though I'm sure I could make it work. Thanks in advance! -Thomas G.

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LTO-5 library
by Mike Loewen 24 Sep '23

24 Sep '23

Does anyone have an LTO-5 tape library they no longer need? I'm not fussy, as long as it's fully functional. Mike Loewen mloewen(a)cpumagic.scol.pa.us Old Technology http://q7.neurotica.com/Oldtech/

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Re: [vcf-midatlantic] VCF Swap Meet October 28, 2023 - Registration Link
by Martin A. Flynn 24 Sep '23

24 Sep '23

If someone send over the updated info, I can post it On 9/24/2023 8:36 AM, Sentrytv via vcf-midatlantic wrote: Jeff Please don’t forget to have this event posted on the arrl.org Hamfest site! Sent from: My extremely complicated, hand held electronic device.

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Kennett Classic Outdoor Event CANCELLED 9/23
by Bill Degnan 22 Sep '23

22 Sep '23

All Kennett Square outdoor events have been cancelled, including our event, Kennett Classic 4. We'll be open regular hours on Saturday, 11-3. The surplus items will still be available if you intend to brave the tropical storm weather. We're not near the beach/coast so it shouldn't be too bad, just cold, windy, and wet all day. Next event date: TBD Bill

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