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Re: [vcf-midatlantic] EBAY MOS 6501 CPU - Apple 1 Challenge
by Bill Degnan 28 Feb '23

28 Feb '23

There are plenty of SBC that use a native 6502. If one took an SBC with a built in breadboard one could swap around the CPU more easily and safer than experimenting on an Apple I !! I certainly would not experiment with my actual Apple 1 without seeing the results on a similar but less valuable machine. :-) bill On Tue, Feb 28, 2023 at 7:42 AM Mike Willegal via vcf-midatlantic < vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org> wrote: > > Demonstrate an apple 1, configured for a 6800 > > but sporting a 6501 instead. > > It would have to run code without a rotate right instruction... > > Both 6501 and 6800 has been done on clones. The WOZ monitor does not use > ROR. Note that there are a couple of differences between 6800 and 6501 > that require a couple of small tweaks to allow a real 6800 to work in an > Apple 1. In the report I have seen with the 6501 It’s unclear if tweaks to > the base design as laid out on the board are necessary. Look for Tim > Colgrove’s 6501 in the New England Retro Computer Facebook group. > > http://www.willegal.net/blog/?p=3968 > > Mike Willegal.

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Re: [vcf-midatlantic] EBAY MOS 6501 CPU - Apple 1 Challenge
by Mike Willegal 28 Feb '23

28 Feb '23

> Demonstrate an apple 1, configured for a 6800 > but sporting a 6501 instead. > It would have to run code without a rotate right instruction... Both 6501 and 6800 has been done on clones. The WOZ monitor does not use ROR. Note that there are a couple of differences between 6800 and 6501 that require a couple of small tweaks to allow a real 6800 to work in an Apple 1. In the report I have seen with the 6501 It’s unclear if tweaks to the base design as laid out on the board are necessary. Look for Tim Colgrove’s 6501 in the New England Retro Computer Facebook group. http://www.willegal.net/blog/?p=3968 Mike Willegal.

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Exhibitors and vendors for VCF East 2023 - FULL!!!
by Jeffrey Brace 27 Feb '23

27 Feb '23

Hello everyone, I've stopped accepting registrations for VCF East exhibitor tables and vendor tables. We are full as of now. I think this is some sort of record for how fast we filled up! In any case, if you are still interested, then you can go on our waiting list. e-mail me at vcfeast(a)vcfed.org. I'm going to confirm with all of the registered exhibitors and vendors that they are still interested. I will also double check the measurements for the rooms to see if there is any more that I can fit. If anything changes, then I will post to this list and accept first come first serve on the waiting list. I will be sending out the registered exhibitors the draft for the layout soon. ========================================= Jeff Brace VCF National Board Member Chairman & Vice President Vintage Computer Festival East Showrunner Vintage Computer Federation is a 501c3 charity https://vcfed.org/ <http://www.vcfed.org/> jeffrey(a)vcfed.org

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Re: [vcf-midatlantic] E-Waste Recycling events
by Bill Degnan 27 Feb '23

27 Feb '23

I have been to the eCycling in Eastern Chester County Dump (when dumping electronic waste). I have noticed typically 100 or so machines, mostly from 2005-2015. Maybe one or two really old machines, but mostly too new to be vintage, too old to be useful. Not sure if you're allowed to take anything or how it works. I never tried. I bet most eWaste places are similar. BIll On Mon, Feb 27, 2023 at 8:23 PM Hopkins, Justin via vcf-midatlantic < vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org> wrote: > Has anyone ever gone to one of these to try and score vintage computers or > parts? > There is one coming up in March in Secaucus, New Jersey. > > This message and any attachments are intended only for the use of the > addressee and may contain information that is privileged and confidential. > If the reader of the message is not the intended recipient or an authorized > representative of the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any > dissemination of this communication is strictly prohibited. If you have > received this communication in error, please notify us immediately by > e-mail and delete the message and any attachments from your system. >

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Large 500+ computer collection mostly Apple will be auctioned March 30th
by Christian Liendo 27 Feb '23

27 Feb '23

https://www.juliensauctions.com/exhibition-press-release?id=440 Beverly Hills, California – (February 23rd, 2023) – Julien’s Auctions, the auction house to the stars, unveiled today “The Apples,” a historic auction event featuring “The Hanspeter Luzi Vintage Apple Archive,” one of the world’s most comprehensive collection of Apple computers and products ever offered. More than 500 computers and Apple products spanning over forty-five years will be offered for the first time at auction Thursday, March 30th, 2023 at Julien’s Auctions Gallery in Beverly Hills and online on JULIEN'S LIVE.COM.

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E-Waste Recycling events
by Hopkins, Justin 27 Feb '23

27 Feb '23

Has anyone ever gone to one of these to try and score vintage computers or parts? There is one coming up in March in Secaucus, New Jersey. This message and any attachments are intended only for the use of the addressee and may contain information that is privileged and confidential. If the reader of the message is not the intended recipient or an authorized representative of the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any dissemination of this communication is strictly prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please notify us immediately by e-mail and delete the message and any attachments from your system.

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EBAY MOS 6501 CPU
by Christian Liendo 27 Feb '23

27 Feb '23

Someone has a 6501 and in the description that have a buy it now price of 3064 US$ but a current bid of $12.50 https://www.ebay.com/itm/266150261901 I don't know how legit this is

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Andy Meyer is still with us
by Christian Liendo 25 Feb '23

25 Feb '23

I got a message he was still around. I'm quite happy to be wrong.

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Andy Meyer
by Christian Liendo 25 Feb '23

25 Feb '23

I just heard through one of my ham radio friends Andy Meyer passed. Did someone mention this and I missed it?

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Fran Blanche at VCF East 2023?
by Jeffrey Brace 24 Feb '23

24 Feb '23

It was suggested to me that I invite Fran Blanche to give a talk at VCF East. I know of her and her YouTube channel, but am not familiar with her videos. Is anyone familiar with her videos where they can give me a suggestion as to what she might talk about? Thanks! ========================================= Jeff Brace VCF National Board Member Chairman & Vice President Vintage Computer Festival East Showrunner Vintage Computer Federation is a 501c3 charity https://vcfed.org/ <http://www.vcfed.org/> jeffrey(a)vcfed.org

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Commodore Classroom at VCF East 2023
by Jeffrey Brace 24 Feb '23

24 Feb '23

Hello everyone, We have three instructors now teaching The Commodore Classroom at VCF East 2023. If anyone is interested in volunteering for this classroom, please contact me and I will add you to their planning group. Thanks! ========================================= Jeff Brace VCF National Board Member Chairman & Vice President Vintage Computer Festival East Showrunner Vintage Computer Federation is a 501c3 charity https://vcfed.org/ <http://www.vcfed.org/> jeffrey(a)vcfed.org

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East 2023 is coming up!
by Andrew Diller 23 Feb '23

23 Feb '23

VCF East 2023 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vcf-east-2023-vintage-computer-festival-east-2… Who: Are you looking to view and play with retro computing systems? Are you curious about the history of computing and technology? If so, then the Vintage Computer Federation (VCFed) is the perfect place for you. What: VCF is an organization dedicated to preserving, restoring, and celebrating the history of computing. We hold events throughout the year that allow people to come and explore classic computers from the past. Our biggest event of the year is VCF East, our annual festival that takes place in 2023. The themes for this year are: Computers in Education and Keeping Vintage Computing Alive! When: VCF East will take place in the spring of 2023 - April 14th, 15th, and 16th. This is your chance to get up close and personal with vintage computers and learn about their history. You'll also have the opportunity to purchase rare and unique computer parts and accessories. Where: VCF East will be held at the InfoAge Science & History Museums in Wall, NJ. Come join us and explore the world of computing from the past and its relevancy in the present and future. Why: VCF East is the perfect way to experience and appreciate the history of computing. You'll get to see and use vintage computers, learn about their history, and purchase rare parts and accessories. Plus, you'll be able to network with other computer enthusiasts and have a great time. How: You can purchase tickets for VCF East through Eventbrite at the link below. You'll also be able to find more information about the event, such as the schedule of activities and any special offers. Once you've purchased your ticket, you'll be ready to explore the world of vintage computing. Be sure to purchase your tickets soon to ensure you don't miss out on this once-in-a-year opportunity! Tickets are available now to purchase: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vcf-east-2023-vintage-computer-festival-east-2… Event Schedule and latest info: https://vcfed.org/events/vintage-computer-festival-east/vcf-east-schedule/ -andy diller Social Media Manager for VCF

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on-line compendium of "all" vintage computer museums etc.
by William Dudley 23 Feb '23

23 Feb '23

Here is an article summarizing it. LInk in the article body. https://hackaday.com/2023/02/21/travel-the-world-looking-for-retro-tech-vir… VCF in Wall is there but the museum in Kennet Square is not. One can create a free account and add additional places. Bill Dudley This email is free of malware because I run Linux.

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Still looking for handheld devices that a Japanese company had designed
by Gregg Levine 23 Feb '23

23 Feb '23

Hello! Many years ago, I had a chance to spend a month with a gadget that the OEM behind Seiko Watches and Epson printers, and practically everything else. The gadget was designed either by them or for them to provide for the scanning of barcodes, it was unique in that it was an Embedded PC that ran MSDOS 6.22 and used the PCMCIA standard to collect and exchange such, it also expected the programming for reading them would be on a card. The barciode reader would be a wand or probe similar to the ones that Radio Shack sold for the TRS-80 Model 100. It was imported to this country by a company named Cardinale Touch which was based in a Dallas TX suburb. Obviously then at the end of the month I did have it sent back, because I wasn't able to both pay that company's outrageous price and of course didn't have a laptop who probably grokked PC cards. I do now. So based on all of that what I would want is a little help in trying to track them down, including the stuff used to program them. ----- Gregg C Levine gregg.drwho8(a)gmail.com "This signature fought the Time Wars, time and again."

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P&T Surplus in Kingston, NY
by Jonathan Chapman 22 Feb '23

22 Feb '23

All, I went to find a page about P&T Surplus to link to a friend who'd never been there, and this was today's top result: https://www.dailyfreeman.com/2023/02/19/pt-surplus-in-kingston-struggles-as… Apparently Mr. Smythe is having hard times with his business. For those in or near the Hudson Valley, this place is definitely worth checking out! They have a ton of industrial surplus, including a lot of IBM castoffs. Pretty good shop for potential vintage computer stuff. Last time I was there (early February 2023) there was a box of neon lamp IBM front panels off what I'd guess was tabulating equipment. I always find good stuff in their board scrap, though the edge connectors are sometimes sheared off. There seem to always be earlier IBM Thinkpads there, Pentium 3 and earlier are common finds. They also have lots of mechanical hardware, metals raw material, 80/20 extrusion for dirt cheap, etc. Thanks, Jonathan

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Re: [vcf-midatlantic] VCF East 2023 Tickets now on sale on EventBrite
by Jeffrey Brace 22 Feb '23

22 Feb '23

On Tue, Feb 21, 2023 at 11:12 PM Ryan Stapleton via vcf-midatlantic < vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org> wrote: > This is looking good to me. A friend and myself just bought tickets this > evening. Is there any room blocks for hotels? Thought I would ask before > booking a room. Looking at the courtyard Marriott that looks close. > Sorry no block of rooms. We considered it, but couldn't find a volunteer to look into it this year. Maybe next year. > > Thanks > Ryan > > Sent from my iPad > > > On Feb 19, 2023, at 9:16 PM, Jeffrey Brace via vcf-midatlantic < > vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org> wrote: > > > > Eventbrite: > > > https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vcf-east-2023-vintage-computer-festival-east-2… > > > > ========================================= > > Jeff Brace > > VCF National Board Member Chairman & Vice President > > Vintage Computer Festival East Showrunner > > Vintage Computer Federation is a 501c3 charity > > https://vcfed.org/ <http://www.vcfed.org/> > > jeffrey(a)vcfed.org >

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VCF East 2023 Tickets now on sale on EventBrite
by Jeffrey Brace 21 Feb '23

21 Feb '23

Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vcf-east-2023-vintage-computer-festival-east-2… ========================================= Jeff Brace VCF National Board Member Chairman & Vice President Vintage Computer Festival East Showrunner Vintage Computer Federation is a 501c3 charity https://vcfed.org/ <http://www.vcfed.org/> jeffrey(a)vcfed.org

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Commodore 64
by Mike Markowski 21 Feb '23

21 Feb '23

My wife and I have been cleaning her parents' old house, and I found her brother's Commodore 64 in the original old cardboard box and with a holder overfull with 5-1/4" floppies. No sign of a floppy drive yet. Is there a recommended web page for steps forward? I'm an EE, built some ham radios, but no experience reviving a C64 (assuming it needs reviving - don't want to power it up with the 40 yr old old supply!). There are many, many YouTube videos but I wonder if any of them or particular site is considered -the- place to go. Thanks for any recommendations, Mike ab3ap

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Re: [vcf-midatlantic] Commodore 64
by Bill Degnan 21 Feb '23

21 Feb '23

The most important advise is to buy a new replacement power brick. Dont use the original, too risky. Bill On Tue, Feb 21, 2023, 7:21 PM Sentrytv via vcf-midatlantic < vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org> wrote: > Personally I would suggest bringing it to one of the workshops. > There are many people interested in commodore 64 that could help. > Including Jeff Brace. > I have a diagnostic cartridge and harness and so do others. > Matter of fact I need help with an > apple 2 plus keyboard issue. > > Mike > > Sent from: > My extremely complicated, hand held electronic device. > > > On Feb 21, 2023, at 5:27 PM, Mike Markowski via vcf-midatlantic < > vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org> wrote: > > > > My wife and I have been cleaning her parents' old house, and I found > her brother's Commodore 64 in the original old cardboard box and with a > holder overfull with 5-1/4" floppies. No sign of a floppy drive yet. Is > there a recommended web page for steps forward? I'm an EE, built some ham > radios, but no experience reviving a C64 (assuming it needs reviving - > don't want to power it up with the 40 yr old old supply!). There are many, > many YouTube videos but I wonder if any of them or particular site is > considered -the- place to go. > > > > Thanks for any recommendations, > > Mike ab3ap > >

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Amazing 2022 PET demo, + VCF hotel share early inquiry
by Ken 18 Feb '23

18 Feb '23

It always feels mildly topic-edgy to share a demo video link here, but this PET demo is not only amazing, but the video beautifully captures the phosphorus glow and bezel reflections of the real hardware filmed in a dark room. I'd love to see this in person sometime at VCF East. "BACK TO THE PET (Commodore PET 4016 hardware demo made in 2022)" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cznyKsOl3po Speaking of VCF East, I wouldn't dare miss it, even as I have an even harder trip this year (carless from upstate New York), and so here's my early plea for anyone who might want an extra to share their room (splitting costs, paying you extra for letting me hitch rides to InfoAge, etc.), or even any kind of rideshare with anyone travelling from NYC or NY points further north/northwest. Thanks, Ken

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Special Thanks (belated) to Alex Jacocks
by Neil Cherry 18 Feb '23

18 Feb '23

This is a bit belated (oops). I want to thanks Alex Jacocks for the installation of the door closers in 9059. The doors now close very smoothly and this should help with HVAC costs. Thank you and very much appreciated. -- Linux Home Automation Neil Cherry kd2zrq(a)linuxha.com http://www.linuxha.com/ Main site http://linuxha.blogspot.com/ My HA Blog Author of: Linux Smart Homes For Dummies KD2ZRQ

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Re: [vcf-midatlantic] Is the living computer museum dead?
by Bill Degnan 18 Feb '23

18 Feb '23

I'll bet she already had a first round, and the initial selling price was rejected by the initial round of potential buyers. She would have top notch staff and people to maximize the price she can get, I would not be surprised if some/all goes overseas. THe US should institutionalize / Smithsonialize this! Write your congress men/women Bill On Sat, Feb 18, 2023 at 10:35 AM MikeWillegal via vcf-midatlantic < vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org> wrote: > Paul Allen's Flying Heritage museum was sold last year. I think it’s > clear that Jody Allen has little interest in the enterprise and she > controls Vulcan. It's my uninformed option that they may be waiting or > looking for a buyer (perhaps even the right buyer that would continue Paul > Allen’s Legacy). > > -Mike Willegal

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Re: Is the living computer museum dead?
by MikeWillegal 18 Feb '23

18 Feb '23

Paul Allen's Flying Heritage museum was sold last year. I think it’s clear that Jody Allen has little interest in the enterprise and she controls Vulcan. It's my uninformed option that they may be waiting or looking for a buyer (perhaps even the right buyer that would continue Paul Allen’s Legacy). -Mike Willegal

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Is the living computer museum dead?
by Christian Liendo 17 Feb '23

17 Feb '23

I just saw this posted on HackerNews about what seems to be going on with the living computer museum https://www.pcjs.org/blog/2023/02/16/ Also someone posted about a small museum in Japan with some nice machines https://www.dream-library.org/museum/index.html

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TTL USB dongle to 5V TTL serial.
by Neil Cherry 17 Feb '23

17 Feb '23

This is not a RS232 USB dongle which has it's own issues with interfacing to older equipment (but same problem, no enough current to push or pull the signal). I have a 3v3/5v0 USB TTL dongle. It works with some equipment but it couldn't pull the signal to 5v0 interfacing to my HD6303 (Hitachi's 6803). I fixed this by using 2 gates on a 74LS04 with the USB dongles TX. Not sure how to solve this. Has anyone built such a set of line drivers? I'll be using a similar setup with a few other boards (EPROM burner, PT69-5, Microbox II, etc.). But those might be worse as I'll be using a ESP WiFi chip (3v3) as a terminal server. -- Linux Home Automation Neil Cherry kd2zrq(a)linuxha.com http://www.linuxha.com/ Main site http://linuxha.blogspot.com/ My HA Blog Author of: Linux Smart Homes For Dummies KD2ZRQ

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Repair Workshop 2023-02-11 & 2023-02-12
by Jeffrey Brace 16 Feb '23

16 Feb '23

Wow! What a great workshop. We were all packed into CDL and the adjacent classroom space. We had four new people come to our repair workshop which is great! It's good to have new blood and keep a regular group coming. It seems that the new people were referred to us by other members. One Member, Jim Preciado, said in an email to me: *"Jeff,* *Please pass my thanks onto all for a weekend well spent at your Repair Workshop.You may also pass my contact information onto any of the VCF staff that has a need for it. In particular, please make sure that Doug has it for the museum and the MicroVAX II.* *Thanks!"* ================================= Jeff Brace VCF National Board Member Chairman & Vice President Vintage Computer Festival East Showrunner Vintage Computer Federation is a 501c3 charity https://vcfed.org/ <http://www.vcfed.org/> jeffrey(a)vcfed.org

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3DFX Voodoo 5 6000 Rev 3700A 128MB prototype sells for $15, 000 after 65 bids
by Christian Liendo 14 Feb '23

14 Feb '23

When you think you have seen everything. A 3DFX Voodoo 5 6000 Rev 3700A 128MB prototype sells for $15,000 after 65 bids. https://www.ebay.com/itm/325521605074

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My video on the PDP 11/73 I recently picked up.
by Dave Shevett 13 Feb '23

13 Feb '23

Hey ya'll. I'm hoping to put together a series of videos on getting my PDP 11/73 up and running. The first video was just posted, I'm hoping folks can take a look and give me some feedback and some love on it. I've spent the last 2 months or so assembling and editing this video, and learned a lot about how to use software that is wildly unfamiliar to me. It's been fun! This is the first video of a series of getting this machine up and running - I have the next 2 videos uon the editing table, but I'm looking for feedback on this first one to help me style the next one. A like, a subscribe, and a comment goes a LONG way in Youtube land, I know folks aren't thrilled with promotional stuff, I do apologize, but this seems like a great way to spread the word on how awesome these machines are, and how exciting vintage computers can be. So, enjoy - please let me know what you think, and share it around if you think others might be interested. https://youtu.be/h6zdf0O1Qo0 -dave s. -- Dave Shevett shevett(a)pobox.com

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Don't turn on the Fredon Flexwriter!
by Neil Cherry 13 Feb '23

13 Feb '23

Ian and the other gentleman working on the Fredon Flexwritere, please note: I think the diodes are wired in wrong. https://forum.vcfed.org/index.php?threads/friden-flexowriter-terminal.12417… It just dawned on me that the motor takes 100v DC and I looked at the above. The selenium diode (ah what a smell) may not work the way you think. Here's a schematic but it's hard to read. https://collections.museumsvictoria.com.au/content/media/21/535271-small.jpg http://www.bitsavers.org/pdf/friden/SP8673R2_Friden_Flexowriter_Programatic… I think the selenium diode is setup as an AC Full Wave Rectifier. We should have one of those. We should be able to figure out which wires are which. But the current wiring won't work. -- Linux Home Automation Neil Cherry kd2zrq(a)linuxha.com http://www.linuxha.com/ Main site http://linuxha.blogspot.com/ My HA Blog Author of: Linux Smart Homes For Dummies KD2ZRQ

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NABUs back on ebay
by Andrew Diller 13 Feb '23

13 Feb '23

Grab them while you can. I got one. https://www.ebay.com/itm/394456877962 <https://www.ebay.com/itm/394456877962> -andy

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CDL phone numbers & 911 info
by Martin Flynn 12 Feb '23

12 Feb '23

Had a request from Neil Cherry today for a phone in the makerspace in case of emergency. The numbers for the CDL are: * 732-456-5001 Studio * 732-456-5013 Classroom * 732-456-5029 Workshop e911 info below: DID/CallerID: 7324565001 Full Name: Computer Deconstruction Lab Street #: 2201 Street Name: Marconi Address Type: Building Address Type #: 9059 City: Wall State/Province: NJ Country: US Zip/Postal Code: 07719 Language: EN Other Information: End of building closest from Monmouth Boulevard. DID/CallerID: 7324565013 Full Name: Computer Deconstruction Lab Street #: 2201 Street Name: Marconi Address Type: Building Address Type #: 9059 City: Wall State/Province: NJ Country: US Zip/Postal Code: 07719 Language: End of building furthest from Monmouth Boulevard. DID/CallerID: 7324565029 Full Name: Computer Deconstruction Lab Street #: 2201 Street Name: Marconi Address Type: Building Address Type #: 9059 City: Wall State/Province: NJ Country: US Zip/Postal Code: 07719 Language: EN Other Information: Workshop (center of building) Martin Flynn

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Breakfast tomorrow for repair workshop
by Jeffrey Brace 12 Feb '23

12 Feb '23

9AM Breakfast at Princess Maria Diner -- ========================================= Jeff Brace VCF National Board Member Chairman & Vice President Vintage Computer Festival East Showrunner Vintage Computer Federation is a 501c3 charity https://vcfed.org/ <http://www.vcfed.org/> jeffrey(a)vcfed.org

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TRS-80 Model 4P - Did I Leave it at the Workshop?
by Alexander Jacocks 11 Feb '23

11 Feb '23

All, I can’t figure out what I did with my Model 4P after the last workshop. Did anyone see it? It seems an odd thing to have misplaced. Thanks! - Alex

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OT - air lines in the makerspace
by Martin Flynn 11 Feb '23

11 Feb '23

Was discussion quite a while back about installing the air compressor in the furnace room (for noise control) and running an air line through the attic with drops / legs in the makerspace where required With the deployment of the de-soldering and rework stations (which run on external compressed air) we will need to revisit this, and decide on where the connections will need to be, and if any drops will be deployed in the classroom area for use during VCF workshops. Direct replies on location recommendations preferred to keep the noise level down. Martin Flynn

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OT - air lines in the makerspace
by Martin Flynn 11 Feb '23

11 Feb '23

Blind cross-post to vcf and cdl lists: Was discussion quite a while back about installing the air compressor in the furnace room (for noise control) and running an air line through the attic with drops / legs in the makerspace where required With the deployment of the de-soldering and rework stations (which run on external compressed air) we will need to revisit this, and decide on where the connections will need to be, and if any drops will be deployed in the classroom area for use during VCF workshops. Direct replies on location recommendations preferred to keep the noise level down. Martin Flynn

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OT - Please reply directly
by Martin Flynn 10 Feb '23

10 Feb '23

Cross posted to VCF and CDL: CDL has an opportunity to acquire an HP HP8924C RF test set for the radio bench We have compatible serial and GPIB interfaces from the previously acquired HP logic analyzer. Please reply off list yes or no to proceed Martin A Flynn / W2RWJ Computer Deconstruction Laboratory 2201 Marconi Road Wall Township, NJ 07719 Tel: +01 732-456-5001 Email: martin.flynn(a)compdecon.org Online: www.compdecon.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/compdecon/

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Dinner reservations for tomorrow (Repair Workshop)
by Jeffrey Brace 10 Feb '23

10 Feb '23

This message is for those going out to dinner to Patrick's Grill tomorrow at the repair workshop I only have 9 people signed up so far. I made the reservations just now. It was a choice between 6PM and 8PM so I chose 8PM. Please let me know if there are any questions or problems. If you want to go and are not on the dinner signup list. <https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1uPXhGjZlyJJ7xuD7sBoplteTDLXAa34svEz…>, then let me know quickly tonight and I will add to the reservation. Don't know if I can add any more tomorrow. ========================================= Jeff Brace VCF National Board Member Chairman & Vice President Vintage Computer Festival East Showrunner Vintage Computer Federation is a 501c3 charity https://vcfed.org/ <http://www.vcfed.org/> jeffrey(a)vcfed.org

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Re: [vcf-midatlantic] 2/11-2/12 Repair Workshop Weekend -- I could use help with some SCSI disk data recovery
by Dan FitzGerald 10 Feb '23

10 Feb '23

Jonathan, I tried using ddrescue last night, and was able to get a disk image. But both Linux and System 7.5.5 (under Basilisk II) say that they can't find a filesystem on the image. I know that the drive is marginal, however I can actually boot the SE from it, so I am confused as to why Basilisk II and Linux are saying that there is no readable filesystem on it. Regards, Dan FitzGerald They/Them/Theirs http://www.vm.ibm.com/devpages/dfitzger -----Original Message----- From: Jonathan Sturges via vcf-midatlantic <vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org> Reply-To: vcf-midatlantic <vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org> To: vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org <vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org> Cc: Jonathan Sturges <jonathansturges(a)yahoo.com> Subject: Re: [vcf-midatlantic] 2/11-2/12 Repair Workshop Weekend -- I could use help with some SCSI disk data recovery Date: 02/10/2023 12:36:08 PM

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Re: [vcf-midatlantic] 2/11-2/12 Repair Workshop Weekend -- I could use help with some SCSI disk data recovery
by Jonathan Sturges 10 Feb '23

10 Feb '23

> I will be coming to the Repair Workshop both days this weekend, and I > am bringing some Macintosh SCSI hard drives that need data recovery. > ?Are any of the folks who are coming able to bring their tools/knowhow > for imaging misbehaving SCSI disks? If the disks still spin, ddrescue is as good as anything for imaging marginal drives. If you also want to do data recovery from the saved images, I've personally had better luck with COTS tools than open source. I can recommend Disk Drill PRO. -Jonathan

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Dinner on Saturday at the Repair Workshop this weekend.
by Jeffrey Brace 10 Feb '23

10 Feb '23

If you didn't already let me know, then let me know NOW!!! if you are going to dinner with us. HERE IS THE INFO: *Saturday Night Dinner at 7PM*: SIGNUP FOR DINNER RESERVATIONS HERE <https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1uPXhGjZlyJJ7xuD7sBoplteTDLXAa34svEz…> * Patrick's Grille : https://patricksgrillenc.com/ ADDRESS: 62 W Sylvania Ave, Neptune City, NJ 07753 Please let me know if you are coming, I'm making reservations tomorrow Friday and need a headcount. ========================================= Jeff Brace VCF National Board Member Chairman & Vice President Vintage Computer Festival East Showrunner Vintage Computer Federation is a 501c3 charity https://vcfed.org/ <http://www.vcfed.org/> jeffrey(a)vcfed.org

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2/11-2/12 Repair Workshop Weekend -- I could use help with some SCSI disk data recovery
by Dan FitzGerald 09 Feb '23

09 Feb '23

Folks, I will be coming to the Repair Workshop both days this weekend, and I am bringing some Macintosh SCSI hard drives that need data recovery. Are any of the folks who are coming able to bring their tools/knowhow for imaging misbehaving SCSI disks? Regards, Dan FitzGerald They/Them/Theirs http://www.vm.ibm.com/devpages/dfitzger

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Saturday 2/11 Dinner at Repair Workshop 7PM
by Jeffrey Brace 09 Feb '23

09 Feb '23

Let me know now if you want to be included in the group. I'm making reservations for Saturday night at Patrick's Grill. It is a great place that we tried out last month. The reservations have to be made the day before. I'm reserving for 16 people, so the first 16 that reserve on this list will be included. HERE IS THE INFO: *Saturday Night Dinner at 7PM*: SIGNUP FOR DINNER RESERVATIONS HERE <https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1uPXhGjZlyJJ7xuD7sBoplteTDLXAa34svEz…> * Patrick's Grille : https://patricksgrillenc.com/ ADDRESS: 62 W Sylvania Ave, Neptune City, NJ 07753 Please let me know if you are coming, I'm making reservations tomorrow Friday and need a headcount. ========================================= Jeff Brace VCF National Board Member Chairman & Vice President Vintage Computer Festival East Showrunner Vintage Computer Federation is a 501c3 charity https://vcfed.org/ <http://www.vcfed.org/> jeffrey(a)vcfed.org

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Retro Directory
by Christian Liendo 08 Feb '23

08 Feb '23

Retro Directory - A website to find retro arcades, shops, museums, clubs and more VCF is in here https://retro.directory/

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February Repair Workshop info (2/11 & 2/12)
by Jeffrey Brace 08 Feb '23

08 Feb '23

Signup for February 2023 Repair Workshop here: February 2023 Repair Workshop Signup Sheet <https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1TIBIkSTCDako3Cl6coDLsaT-H7_kX_jgKb2…> Spaces are first come first serve to the CDL space. Limited space available. Sign up to guarantee a space in your preferred area!!! *DATES*: February 11 & 12, 2023 *LOCATIONS:* InfoAge: 2201 Marconi Road, Wall Township, NJ Building 9059 (CDL Hackerspace - Formerly IXR) TIME: Saturday START time == 10 A.M. END time == 11PM. Sunday START time == 10 A.M. and END == 5 P.M. *COST:* - $15 per person, PER day. This money goes to InfoAge and CDL. - $25 per night for those wanting to stay overnight (Money goes to InfoAge). Please pay ME upon arrival. Cash or PayPal is acceptable as payment. Ask ahead of time if you need to use a credit card. *OVERNIGHT*: Bring your own pillow, blankets, soap etc. We provide a bed frame and an uncovered mattress. There are showers and a kitchen for your use. - You can pay via PayPal to paypal(a)vcfed.org. or to me via cash or credit card in person. *EQUIPMENT:* - VCF will provide a table and you can use any available electrical outlet. - Bring your own tools, power strips, power cords, and supplies etc. - If you need particular tools that you don't own or particular parts, please post to the list for those going. They may have what you need. Let them know ahead of time. - Let everyone know what project you are working on ahead of time to inspire collaboration. *DRINKS*: You should bring your own. We have a refrigerator in CDL to keep them cold. VCF will buy some water and soft drinks for member use. *FOOD*: *Saturday Night Dinner at 7PM*: SIGNUP FOR DINNER RESERVATIONS HERE <https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1uPXhGjZlyJJ7xuD7sBoplteTDLXAa34svEz…> * Patrick's Grille : https://patricksgrillenc.com/ ADDRESS: 62 W Sylvania Ave, Neptune City, NJ 07753 Please let me know if you are coming, I'm making reservations tomorrow (Thursday) and need a headcount. *Sunday Morning*: OB Diner at 9AM *PARKING:* Park in the main parking lot, unless you are unloading. Don't park on the lawn. QUESTIONS? PHONE: ( 7 3 2 ) 7 2 2 - 5 0 1 5 EMAIL: repairworkshops AT vcfed DOT org Have fun everyone! ========================================= Jeff Brace VCF National Board Member Chairman & Vice President Vintage Computer Festival East Show-runner VCF Mid-Atlantic Executive Director Vintage Computer Federation is a 501c3 charity http://www.vcfed.org/ jeffrey(a)vcfed.org

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Recommendation for a hot air rework station?
by Neil Cherry 07 Feb '23

07 Feb '23

I'm looking to get a hot air rework station for the CDL. I don't need the best but I do want to get a decent station. Any recommendations? Is used a good idea or would it just be a good idea to get new? This was triggered by me having a Microbox II retro board order. Seems the parts are really fine like grains of ground pepper. I think I'm gonna need a bigger magnifier! ;-) -- Linux Home Automation Neil Cherry kd2zrq(a)linuxha.com http://www.linuxha.com/ Main site http://linuxha.blogspot.com/ My HA Blog Author of: Linux Smart Homes For Dummies KD2ZRQ

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Re: [vcf-midatlantic] Recommendation for a hot air rework station?
by Dave McGuire 07 Feb '23

07 Feb '23

Well one doesn't generally use one's fingers when doing surface mount work. -Dave On February 7, 2023 12:59:18 PM Sentrytv via vcf-midatlantic <vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org> wrote: > ---------- > Re: [vcf-midatlantic] Recommendation for a hot air rework station? > From: Sentrytv sentrytv(a)yahoo.com > Date: Feb 7, 12:59 PM > To: vcf-midatlantic vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org > > And smaller fingers > > Sent from: > My extremely complicated, hand held electronic device. > >> On Feb 7, 2023, at 12:49 PM, Neil Cherry via vcf-midatlantic <vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org> wrote: >> >> ?I'm looking to get a hot air rework station for the CDL. I don't need the best but I >> do want to get a decent station. Any recommendations? Is used a good idea or would it >> just be a good idea to get new? >> >> This was triggered by me having a Microbox II retro board order. Seems the parts are >> really fine like grains of ground pepper. I think I'm gonna need a bigger magnifier! >> ;-) >> >> -- >> Linux Home Automation Neil Cherry kd2zrq(a)linuxha.com >> http://www.linuxha.com/ Main site >> http://linuxha.blogspot.com/ My HA Blog >> Author of: Linux Smart Homes For Dummies KD2ZRQ -- Dave McGuire, AK4HZ New Kensington, PA

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Important Repair Workshop Info
by Jeffrey Brace 07 Feb '23

07 Feb '23

CDL had a $500 Gas bill this month. CDL is continuing to tighten up the building to conserve energy, however they need help: - During workshop and VCF events *please* close the doors - Do not prop them open longer than necessary. - Ask me for the proper operating temperature and temperature to leave it when finished.

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First Video Game?
by Duane Craps 07 Feb '23

07 Feb '23

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bertie_the_Brain -- DuaneCraps sdɐɹɔ ǝuɐnp

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Morven Museum of Bell Labs ends Feb 9
by Jeffrey Jonas 06 Feb '23

06 Feb '23

The Morven Museum & Garden in Princeton is a lovely little museum particularly for their well curated and amazingly well presented exhibit about Bell Labs. What makes me cry is how Bell labs should have continued as the nation's leading R&D community, not a post-mortem of a dead company. As Dave McGuire would say: "the suits" ruined it all. Even Dan Roganti's original t-shirt poked fun at that with "Alcatel sucks" on the building. Bill Inderrieden and I visited the museum and had a grand time. Instead of just signs, the walls were painted with photos and narrative. The commentary is very fair and well balanced. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/monthly-tours-of-ma-bell-the-mother-of-inventi… Tours of Ma Bell: The Mother of Invention in New Jersey NOV 10, 2022 \xe2\x80\x93 FEB 9, 2023 1:00 PM Join one of Morven\xe2\x80\x99s engaging docents for an interactive tour of our current exhibition Ma Bell: The Mother of Invention in New Jersey. The final tour will be offered on Thursday, February 9, 2023.

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Re: [vcf-midatlantic] OT: HA! I can't believe this is a REAL product!
by Jonathan Sturges 04 Feb '23

04 Feb '23

Date: Fri, 3 Feb 2023 11:16:22 -0500 (EST) From: Ethan O'Toole <telmnstr(a)757.org> To: Martin Flynn via vcf-midatlantic <vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org> Subject: Re: [vcf-midatlantic] OT: HA! I can't believe this is a REAL product! >> Insurance claim was denied in its entirety > I mean the business model of an insurance company is to collect money > inbound and try any way possible to refuse payment so they can keep it. Even casino slots often pay back at a rate of 96%.

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