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Festivus Overnight Signup
by Jeffrey Brace 09 Dec '22

09 Dec '22

I created a separate signup for those staying overnight in the bunk rooms at Festivus to make it clearer and easier: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1KGQvZ9SlQ3zZ_ySviHIdfBcoeClwmW45RWJ… ========================================= 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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Festivus Swap Meet 2022
by Jeffrey Brace 09 Dec '22

09 Dec '22

If you are planning on selling at the swap meet, let me know how many tables that you will need. I will be setting them up tonight and need to know how many I will need. We are setting up in the Women's Bunk room. The Google Sheet for that is here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1i23VBX8AwsYA2FRH6eS8UlKvj73PN2gb4Wr… ========================================= 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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Video games on their way to Festivus!
by Jeffrey Brace 09 Dec '22

09 Dec '22

Ian is supplying the following game systems: 6 or 7 TVs with Wii, N64, NES, Jaguar, TG16, Sega Genesis. Amiga Bill will be bringing an Amiga 500. Jonathan Sturges Atari 5200 Mike Rosen Xbox CJ eMachines, iMac, PS/2 Jeff Salzman Retro Pie on PC I didn't have time to get my C64 together. In any case it looks like that the game room is full. If anyone is bringing something else, let me know and we will find a good spot across in the cafeteria. ========================================= 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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Help needed Dec 10 at 10AM with fiber optic installation
by Jeffrey Brace 09 Dec '22

09 Dec '22

I know some of you will be coming earlier to Festivus and I'm hoping that some of you can help CDL before the party gets in full swing later in the day. CDL is requesting assistance with the following: 1. Running a 12 strand, single mode, fiber optic cable from 9059 (CDL building) to 9010B (new vcf museum space). A portion of this is aerial, CDL will rent a man lift for this work. The balance is routing the pre-terminated fiber optic cables through holes that InfoAge drilled, and lay it across the ceiling joists. http://compdecon.org/media/9059_to_9010b.jpg 2. Running a 6 strand, single mode, fiber optic cable through the attic of 9010B out to "Broadway" and into the 9036B attic (near the vcf warehouse), again via holes that InfoAge drilled.. http://compdecon.org/media/9010b_to_9036B.jpg The fiber to connect the 9010 (vcf museum building) rack to 9036 (adjacent to the current warehouse space) is on hand, ready to install. If you are interested in volunteering, then please contact me and I will put you in touch with Martin. Thanks so much! ========================================= 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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What's the code for the door?
by Jeffrey Brace 09 Dec '22

09 Dec '22

For the Festivus building 9010-D, you must complete this quote: "Party like it's ...." Any questions or problems call VCF's museum landline: (732) 722-5015. That will forward to my cell phone. ========================================= 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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A fairly exact KIM-1 Clone
by Christian Liendo 08 Dec '22

08 Dec '22

I didn't know anyone made these. http://retro.hansotten.nl/6502-sbc/kim-1-manuals-and-software/kim-replicas-…

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Main Street Grill - last time
by Jeffrey Brace 08 Dec '22

08 Dec '22

After setting up tomorrow for the party, some of us will be going to Main Street Grill for the last time. It is closing up at the end of the year. This was a frequent dinner place for repair workshops over the years and during Covid helped us to social distance in a less crowded environment. It had the best burgers and will be missed. Setup starts tomorrow at 5PM. So maybe we will go out to dinner around 7:30 or 8:00 PM depending on how long it takes. ========================================= 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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Festivus food shopping done
by Jeffrey Brace 08 Dec '22

08 Dec '22

I finished the food shopping at shoprite and delivered it to where we are having the party. I got: Hot Dogs Hamburgers Burger buns Hot dog buns Tomatoes Cheese slices Pickles Milk Orange Juice Lettuce Ketchup Mustard Relish 12 pack of: Coke, Fanta Orange, Sprite, Diet Coke, Coke Zero. 48 bottles of water I will be there for setup at 5PM 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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OT: Two free 32” TVs @ InfoAge
by Jeffrey Brace 08 Dec '22

08 Dec '22

There are two TVs in our future warehouse that need to be removed. If anyone wants them, please let me know. If no interest, then they will be recycled. -- ========================================= 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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NABU teardown
by Duane Craps 08 Dec '22

08 Dec '22

Another tear-down of the NABU: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HLYjZoShjy0 In the comments the seller said that he is selling a lot after the video came out, -- DuaneCraps sdɐɹɔ ǝuɐnp

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NABU availability?
by Douglas Crawford 08 Dec '22

08 Dec '22

Anyone have a live craigslist link? The 71 from ebay are gone. Thanks DC

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Festivus Food Signup
by Jeffrey Brace 08 Dec '22

08 Dec '22

If you need suggestions on what to bring, let me know. There is a suggestions tab too. Bill Inderrieden and I are getting Mike's subs for lunch around noon. 24 half subs. This was a big hit last year as earlier in the day there was less food available. Most people (and food) tend to arrive later in the day. Sign up list is here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1RYFWZX50h_wcuSWIF8JpwsZRDP8pVtIsHdo… ========================================= 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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33 signed up so far for Festivus
by Jeffrey Brace 08 Dec '22

08 Dec '22

Let me know if I missed anyone: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1sg24kXek70jkz5_lnsKftM-yQ0L9gcsxbsG… 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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VOTING IS CLOSED
by Chris Fala 08 Dec '22

08 Dec '22

The voting form has been disabled. The election for the Steering Committee has ended. Thanks to everyone for your participation in selecting the leadership of our organization. Results will be announced this Saturday evening at the Town Hall at our Holiday party. Chris Fala Steering Committee Chairman

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Festivus Attendance List
by Jeffrey Brace 07 Dec '22

07 Dec '22

If you are attending Festivus, then please put your name down on this list: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1sg24kXek70jkz5_lnsKftM-yQ0L9gcsxbsG… One name per line even if they are a guest. I realized that having an attendance list only would be helpful in planning. Some people are not bringing stuff, so they wouldn't be on the potluck list. I want to get a rough estimate as I'm buying the burgers and stuff tomorrow night. I filled in those that have already signed up for various lists. 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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Extra FreHD PCBs Available
by Alexander Jacocks 07 Dec '22

07 Dec '22

Folks, I bought some PCBs for the FreHD for TRS-80. If anyone is interested in the extras, let me know. Thanks! - Alex

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Final Day of Steering Committee Elections for VCF - Mid Atlantic
by Jeff S 07 Dec '22

07 Dec '22

(The statements made here are my own, and not directly from or on behalf of VCF-MA) Today is the last day to make, change, or otherwise consider voting for the VCF Mid Atlantic Steering Committee positions. This is YOUR organization. Therefore, YOU are the one who has the best interests in mind for the organization, and as to who YOU want to see as members of the Steering Committee to help lead the organization. The Steering Committee is an important conclave. The intent of the committee is to help be the voice of direction for our member's interests. They are effectively your representatives, charged with listening to both you and VCF-MA leadership, and maintaining communications and information flow between the two. The Steering Committee election is NOT a popularity contest. There were a LOT of support statements made by non-candidates on behalf of current candidates. While it's perfectly normal that members may support one or more candidates with a passion, garnering votes through public expression of that support is simply playing politics. The Steering Committee is not a political entity, nor should it be subject to "good 'ol boys" methods of advocacy. Doing so could lead to bad practices where the Steering Committee is basically the same people having excessive exposure every election cycle. An organization does not grow on repetition. It grows on change. YOU are trusted by the organization to make sound decisions on your own, and to place those YOU feel are capable of fulfilling the duties of a Steering Committee member who is charged to effect change for the better. There is nothing wrong with adding new blood to the mix, if need be, to encourage change. Therefore, it is important to read the candidate's own position statements, and base your voting decision on those. If a candidate must rely on external support to make their statement, then ask yourself if that candidate is able to make important committee decisions on their own. The current Steering Committee candidates are as follows, with a direct link to their Position Statements (in no particular order): Doug Crawford - https://vcfed.org/position-statement-doug-crawford/ Chris Fala - https://vcfed.org/position-statement-chris-fala/ Alex Jacocks - https://vcfed.org/position-statement-alex-jacocks/ Jeff Salzman - https://vcfed.org/position-statement-jeff-salzman/ Dean Notatnicola - https://vcfed.org/position-statement-for-dean-notarnicola/ Ethan O'Toole - https://vcfed.org/position-statement-for-ethan-otoole/ Adam Michlin - https://vcfed.org/position-statement-adam-michlin/ There are a lot of candidates, and it is more important than ever to understand where each candidate stands. Ask yourself if they represent YOUR beliefs? Even if you already voted, please take the time today to re-read all of the Position Statements. Pick the three candidates YOU feel will help the organization promote the needed changes to grow. If your vote remains the same, it's trusted that you voted in good conscience and the organization is thankful for your vote. If you wish to reconsider your vote, you can still do so. The voting rules are to take your most recent vote up to December 7, 11:59PM EST. You can click on the original voting link you received from Chris Fala (provided below) and cast a new vote if you wish. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdqnOZddYcoHTc59HLVn4QxWaEAdNehGL3… Remember, this is YOUR organization. Make sure you are voting for those who YOU trust to guide the organization in the direction you wish to see it go. Thank you for taking the time to read this message. Sincerely, Jeff Salzman

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OT: Interesting Electronics Project/Kit
by Chris Fala 07 Dec '22

07 Dec '22

I am sure many of you already saw this if you are subscribed to the Hackaday e-mail newsletter, but I wanted to share just in case. It immediately reminded me, as mentioned in the article, of the Radio Shack x-in-1 kits, a few of which I had as a kid. It got ideas flowing in my head. https://hackaday.io/project/188464-dc-zia-30-in-one-badge https://www.tindie.com/products/hamster/dczia-30-in-one-defcon-30-badge/

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Article on Tom's Hardware
by Gregg Levine 06 Dec '22

06 Dec '22

Hello! Google maintains a newsfeed that surfaces on those devices that properly grok it. (Phones and IOS devices other than Phones.) Anyway the reporter for Tom's hardware reported how an individual in the UK which is documented here: https://www.tomshardware.com/news/raspberry-pi-psion-sidecar Essentially the fellow stuck a Pi Zero W into a box and connected to the thing. And the complete details are in his (the builder) connected to that blog. Here: https://www.kianryan.co.uk/2022-11-28-psion-sidecar-ppp-modem-and-terminal/ Suffice to say it bothers me because that's one family of handhelds that seemingly missed me. ----- Gregg C Levine gregg.drwho8(a)gmail.com "This signature fought the Time Wars, time and again."

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Rockwell R65F11A FORTH Chips Available
by Jonathan Chapman 06 Dec '22

06 Dec '22

All, I recently bought three Rockwell R65F11A FORTH chips from the following listing: https://www.ebay.com/itm/185625244395 Not affiliated with the seller. They took over a month to arrive, but are genuine, and work fine in a perfboard project I'm building! I haven't tested every single I/O bit but it comes up and runs RSC FORTH V1.7 dev ROMs. The chips that I received are not relabeled and have original 1986 markings. Seller accepted an offer of $19/ea from me, but I did buy three. These don't come up very often, and are much more prototype-friendly than the R65F12, which has more I/O lines but is packaged in a QUIP-64. Thanks, Jonathan

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Big UK retro-tech event in May 2023
by Stephen 06 Dec '22

06 Dec '22

https://www.retrotechuk.com/ Organised by:- https://www.bvws.org.uk/events/diary.php Stephen WaltersProfessional Celebrity Photographer / G7VFYwww.facebook.com/mister35mm Tel 07956-544202

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Docent Slots during festivus
by Douglas Crawford 05 Dec '22

05 Dec '22

Hi- If you would like to spend some time with museum visitors during festivus, sign up on this page or message me privately. I'll have a simple a tour guide for anyone who might like to try this but haven't done it before. https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1-opnfD8oB5ybmjl7-14e19RfCLnOVO8YfU-… Thanks! Doug Crawford

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Reminder about Festivus party on Dec 10 & 11, 2022
by Jeffrey Brace 05 Dec '22

05 Dec '22

In case anyone missed my previous email, here is the info again: COST: $15 per person. Options to pay: Cash or credit in person Send via PayPal paypal(a)vcfed.org To be added soon: Payments through vcded.org website DAY AND TIME: Saturday, December 10 at 10AM Burger Cooking: 6PM Town Hall: 8PM End Time? Whenever ;) Sunday, December 11 Starting at 11AM Breakfast at OB diner: 9AM Perogies: 1PM? Ending at 6PM POTLUCK (recommended, but not required): Signup for what food and/or drinks that you will be bringing: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1RYFWZX50h_wcuSWIF8JpwsZRDP8pVtIsHdo… VIDEO GAMES: We will be setting up the game room this year: Signup: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1lb2QObhwbP2rqYFI8TFmN6ANZvJo5eK8sa7… SWAP MEET: Buying/Selling/Trading/Free Signup: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1i23VBX8AwsYA2FRH6eS8UlKvj73PN2gb4Wr… REPAIR WORKSHOP: No. Not this year. I’m Sorry. Last year there were complaints about the party members being split between buildings. We want to keep everyone in the same building and focus on the social aspect. I didn’t reserve the CDL workshop this time, so please don't setup anything there. VCF SWAG: Let me know if you want anything before the party and I will put it aside. I will not be selling VCF swag like last time. I will be busy hosting and enjoying the party. There are t-shirts, hoodies, mousepads, stickers, etc. available. ========================================= 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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SC Elections
by Tony Bogan 05 Dec '22

05 Dec '22

All, I just saw Chris’ email about two days left for VCF Steering Committee Elections and then realized I had not seen my email on the list I (thought) I had sent the other day! So, here it is :-) For those who are undecided as to which people they are voting for I wanted to give my thoughts and share perspective for several of the nominees. Adam Michlin, Chris Fala and Doug Crawford have all my confidence as well as my support. This year was tough for me because there are other candidates I would like to see on the SC, but right now three seats are up, so three choices must be made. What a great spot to be in with so many great people to choose from! Adam Michlin and i have worked closely on more projects than I have time to mention, including being on the steering committee together at its inception. He has worked tirelessly to promote VCF and improve our museum, warehouse and events. Despite some of the roadblocks thrown in his way he continues to do those things and more. For those that don’t know, when there is a miscommunication, misunderstanding, missed opportunity or just plain screwup, Adam is inevitably the one who smooths things over, corrects the mistake and bears the brunt of the ire of the aggrieved party when there is one!! This man literally greases the wheels of so many things that few if any of you ever hear about. There is, in my humble opinion, no one more qualified to help steer our organization into the future, period. Chris Fala and I have also worked on many projects together, been on the SC together and share a love of Apple computers while eschewing any desire to have a commodore (sorry, couldn’t resist an Apple vs commodore dig at Chris) Chris took the foundation and framework of the SC Chairman seat built by Dean Notarnicola and truly made them his own. After Dean worked tirelessly to help create the SC and then became its first Chairman, Chris has taken the position to the next level and shown just how much he is truly interested in seeing VCF thrive and grow. While no guarantee that if elected he would still be the Chair, the point is in any capacity he is someone we DO NOT want to lose as one of the drivers of this organization. I was so happy he decided to accept the nomination I submitted for him, he is needed in more ways than I can count. Doug Crawford and I have also known each other for quite awhile now and our relationship was solidified by the fact that Chris Fala is the one who introduced me to Doug!! I know this email is long, so the best way for me to show the level of support I have for Doug is to mention that he is the person I immediately reached out to when I had to step down from the SC to deal with my wife’s health issues and see if he was willing to step in if the SC approved him as my replacement. Knowing Doug as I do, I was confident he would jump in head first and immediately start to come up with ideas to improve VCF and then turn those ideas into reality. In quick fashion he exceeded my expectations and proved I had grossly underestimated his impact on the organization and literally took things to the next level. My seat became his for a brief time, now it’s time for it to be his seat for the next few years!! Difficult to not go on about the other nominees that are deserving of your support, but as mentioned only three seats are currently available and choices have to be made. Was difficult not going on about their qualities, but knowing who the nominees are this year, we cannot go wrong no matter which ones are elected! I hope those who have not voted yet will do so and cast their votes for those nominees they’d like to see sit on the Steering Committee. Perhaps my comments here have helped make your decision a little easier. Tony Bogan Sent from my iPhone

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Museum and Warehouse Short Term Plans
by Douglas Crawford 05 Dec '22

05 Dec '22

A fairly comprehensive list is offered for a glimpse into the future. Most of this has begun discussion in the steering committee. A few are only proposal level that have been submitted in writing. ENJOY! MUSEUM: PROCESS / PROCEDURE / METHODS: (Working the ideas of the Mission Statement) - Beginning to consider initiatives to get more people to visit us and InfoAge. InfoAge needs the revenue and we need them to get revenue to insure that they are around to have a place for the museum and warehouse. Better notoriety would do VCF good, and our docents deserve to be heard by more people. Preparing for and pitching for more of a learning experience is a concept that might open the museum to interest beyond just those interested in seeing vintage computers. We are entertaining producing more video features from the museum to try to engage the main stream youtube viewership and create demand to visit us and the campus. - new docent recruiting initiative with new training materials and guides to make it easy to get involved in the museum. - Overhaul of our demonstration program content, methods, stories, and documentation to raise our ability to support hands-on use of the equipment, our ability to show what made the equipment special, and enhance learning. Some machines we have good demos, some so-so demos, some a wealth of demos. None had any guidance on what demos to run and why. - Overhaul of our BASIC programming experience to add a level of BASIC experience that give more inspiration about programming. - Rework of the current IC exhibit into an overview of the hardware innovations contributing to the progression of computer tech from the 1940s through the 1990s. ie: the innovations that contributed to decrease size, increase in capacity, increase compute power. Specifically, it will show the parallel development of CPU and Memory: On the "cpu" side: from relays to single IC CPUs and on the "memory" side from delay lines to solid state. - Working some ideas for more hands-on learning exhibits such as binary numbers, logic & machine coding. - Instituting visitor feedback collection to know what they like, what don't what they might like us like us to add. Process improvement. A form is being trialed now. EXHIBIT ENHANCEMENTS - Scelby and S100 demos are being set up soon with Corey's help. - Enhancing the ENIAC "exhibit" is being pursued with Brian Stuart. He is preparing his 1/10 scale model and a computer simulation for our use. The ENIAC is the beginning of the museum tour now, espousing its size, 18,000 vacuum tubes and what it was designed to do and what it accomplished. This is starting point for discussing why computers were huge to be begin with, how hard they were to make, and sets the stage for discussing the innovations that caused continual shrinking and cost reduction through the tour. I hope to procure a piece of the ENIAC, as currently our "artifact" is a period photograph of it installed at the proving ground, and a commemorative poster of the ENIAC patent. - Considering trying to get pieces of other foundational computers of the ENIAC timeframe, ie, SAGE etc, so that we have exhibits that elaborate on the early days of the digital computer revolution. - IBM 1130 is scheduled for restoration and will likely be operable in 2023, Jeff B is handling. - Wang 4000 restoration is being planned. We have a rough idea on the steps we will take, and have help offered by Rick Bensene at oldcalculatormuseum.com - EIA Analog: I plan to free up Bill I. to work on his concepts for demoing this machine developed some time back. - George: we have interest from the folks from Philbrick Archive.org regarding restoration options. - Interest expressed in restoring the TI Minicomputer, have begun some inventorying. - TRS-80 exhibit will be overhauled. Its part done- we have a working "as released" Model I Level I in place for real tape load demos in the "trilogy" exhibit. Later, a Model III will be added to the complement to reliably run (compared to an expanded Model I) disk based demos. WAREHOUSE - Discussion has been broached with Bob at System Source for adopting their data base system. We will probably be given an overview demonstration of using the data base soon. - The warehouse physically is being held in a "steady as she goes" state in anticipation of the renovation of the new space being handled by Jeff B. Fortunately we squeaked through hurricane season without a disaster. - No new leaks after last storm system came through. - Some artifacts will be chosen soon for transfer to the museum and stored under the exhibit racks for safer keeping until the the new space is ready receive the warehouse contents. -- Best Regards, Douglas Crawford VCF Museum and Warehouse Manager

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Time Is Almost Up! Steering Committee Voting Ends on Wednesday
by Chris Fala 05 Dec '22

05 Dec '22

With just two full days left, it seems that many of our members have not voted in the Steering Committee election. Voting closes at 11:59pm on Wednesday, December 7. Please vote, and remind your friends. See links below. Sincere thanks to those who already participated. Chris Fala VCF-MA Steering Committee Chairman Get to know your candidates here: https://vcfed.org/steering-committee-nominee-position-statements/ Vote at the link below. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdqnOZddYcoHTc59HLVn4QxWaEAdNehGL3…

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TRS-80 Model 4P in MD
by Mike Loewen 05 Dec '22

05 Dec '22

Here's a good deal for someone (not my listing). TRS-80 Model 4P in Cumberland, MD: https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/872185900607075/ Mike Loewen mloewen(a)cpumagic.scol.pa.us Old Technology http://q7.neurotica.com/Oldtech/

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Gerry Lawson's 82nd birthday - Today's Google Doodle
by Jeffrey Brace 03 Dec '22

03 Dec '22

Today's Google Doodle is about Gerry Lawson who helped design the Fairchild F and on the team that pioneered the video game cartridge. Gerry has been deceased for 11 years. He is one of the few African Americans who have been inventors in the early vintage computer and vintage video game industries. Related to this: I have been presented an opportunity to have another African American with similar experience come talk at VCF East: Ed Smith. Ed Smith started out working for APF Electronics, Inc. which released The Imagination Machine, a hybrid video game. Would any of you be interested in hearing his story? So here's the catch. Ed Smith wants a speaker fee of $5000 and travel expenses. As far as I know the Vintage Computer Festival has never paid a speaker fee. We honestly can't afford such a large fee. It is beyond our budget. We have paid travel expenses for a select few speakers who can't afford it and/or are very important speakers. I'm contemplating doing a fundraiser for this. Just a straw poll. How many would donate towards this? I would love to hear his story. Thanks for your input! ========================================= 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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Identifying head protector
by Bob Shuster 02 Dec '22

02 Dec '22

I found an old 3.5” floppy drive head protector, but there’s no manufacturer or product number ID whatsoever on it. Does it look familiar to anyone? Normally these are cardboard, so this was probably from a specific manufacturer. Really I’m just curious! https://drive.google.com/file/d/15W5_lGoYILF1RwrkIFdKp0fdrc3Ybiat/view?usp=… headvibprotector.jpg drive.google.com - Bob Shuster

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Re: [vcf-midatlantic] Gerry Lawson's 82nd birthday - Today's Google Doodle
by Dave McGuire 01 Dec '22

01 Dec '22

Yes. I said exactly that (though in a very slightly less politically-correct way) on the steering committee mailing list. -Dave On December 1, 2022 12:31:43 PM Peter Cetinski via vcf-midatlantic <vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org> wrote: > ---------- > Re: [vcf-midatlantic] Gerry Lawson's 82nd birthday - Today's Google Doodle > From: Peter Cetinski pete(a)pski.net > Date: Dec 1, 12:31 PM > To: vcf-midatlantic vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org > > I’d love to hear his story as well. But, not sure a non-profit should pay over and above travel expenses. Doesn’t feel right. My $0.02. > >> On Dec 1, 2022, at 10:42 AM, Jeffrey Brace via vcf-midatlantic <vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org> wrote: >> >> Today's Google Doodle is about Gerry Lawson who helped design the Fairchild >> F and on the team that pioneered the video game cartridge. Gerry has been >> deceased for 11 years. He is one of the few African Americans who have been >> inventors in the early vintage computer and vintage video game industries. >> >> Related to this: I have been presented an opportunity to have another >> African American with similar experience come talk at VCF East: Ed Smith. >> Ed Smith started out working for APF Electronics, Inc. which released The >> Imagination Machine, a hybrid video game. >> >> Would any of you be interested in hearing his story? >> >> So here's the catch. Ed Smith wants a speaker fee of $5000 and travel >> expenses. As far as I know the Vintage Computer Festival has never paid a >> speaker fee. We honestly can't afford such a large fee. It is beyond our >> budget. We have paid travel expenses for a select few speakers who can't >> afford it and/or are very important speakers. I'm contemplating doing a >> fundraiser for this. Just a straw poll. How many would donate towards this? >> >> I would love to hear his story. >> >> Thanks for your input! >> >> ========================================= >> 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 -- Dave McGuire, AK4HZ New Kensington, PA

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Festivus Party Info - Dec 10 & 11, 2022
by Jeffrey Brace 30 Nov '22

30 Nov '22

Hello everyone, Sorry for the delay. Job situation has been keeping me busy since early September with less time for VCF stuff. Here is the info: COST: $15 per person. Options to pay: Cash or credit in person Send via PayPal paypal(a)vcfed.org To be added soon: Payments through vcded.org website DAY AND TIME: Saturday, December 10 at 10AM Burger Cooking: 6PM Town Hall: 8PM Sunday, December 11 Starting at 11AM Breakfast at OB diner: 9AM Ending at 6PM POTLUCK: Signup for what food and/or drinks that you will be bringing: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1RYFWZX50h_wcuSWIF8JpwsZRDP8pVtIsHdo… VIDEO GAMES: We will be setting up the game room this year: Signup: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1lb2QObhwbP2rqYFI8TFmN6ANZvJo5eK8sa7… SWAP MEET: Buying/Selling/Trading/Free Signup: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1i23VBX8AwsYA2FRH6eS8UlKvj73PN2gb4Wr… REPAIR WORKSHOP: I’m Sorry. Not this year. Last year there were complaints about the party being fractured. We want to keep everyone in the same building and focus on the social aspect. I didn’t reserve the CDL workshop this time. VCF SWAG: Let me know if you want anything before the party and I will put it aside. I will not be selling VCF swag like last time. I will be busy hosting and enjoying the party. ========================================= 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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Specific reasons to give to VCF on Giving Tuesday
by Jeffrey Brace 30 Nov '22

30 Nov '22

Donations toward: 1) Warehouse renovations 2) New museum space renovations 3) General museum needs like power supply protectors and other supplies for curation and maintenance 4) General expenses for internal and external events. We have a specific account that is for the warehouse that we have been building up through surplus sales. We plan on using that for … the warehouse move and museum move project This project was created in large part by the negotiations of Tony Bogan with InfoAge and input by the Steering Committee. It is a great project plan. It was created in June 2021. For various reasons it was not started until I became the project manager in June 2022. We have achieved great progress in the first stage of the plan: clearing out the old warehouse. Through the efforts of myself, Dan Jacobs, Lee Duncan, Pat Flanagan and Sea Cadet volunteers most of the garbage was emptied from our new warehouse section and thrown away. In fact two 40 cubic yard dumpsters have been filled and emptied. There are still some items to be thrown away. Anyone who wants to help me throw out or move items, please contact me. We have an empty dumpster to fill. Most of the remaining items are owned by various InfoAge groups. We can’t move them. This is why there is a delay in this first step and is beyond our control. Efforts are being made through InfoAge management to urge these groups to remove their items quickly so that we can move onto the next step. The next step is to renovate the space for security, electrical, climate control, etc. Following that we can start moving our items from the old warehouse section to the new one. The third step involves renovating “Broadway” which is the hallway that connects the H buildings. This will connect to our new museum space. Which leads me to … the fourth step: clearing out our new larger museum space. This will require volunteers to clear out as well as InfoAge groups moving their stuff out. The fifth step is renovating the new museum space. Obviously this will cost big bucks. So we are making plans that will encourage large donors to help with this renovation. We are currently getting estimates from contractors to renovate. We are also consulting with museum design experts on the layout of the new museum space. Thanks for your time, support and donations! ==Jeff Brace -- ========================================= 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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That strange message of mine from last night
by Gregg Levine 30 Nov '22

30 Nov '22

Hello! Group please do me a great favor and ignore that message. It most certainly was not meant to be delivered to the list-droid for consumption by all of us. It definitely was meant for Jeff B directly, as he has reminded. Last night I was not at my best. That's what I get for trying to send a meaningful email out after being up for two straight days and nights with a sick computer. ----- Gregg C Levine gregg.drwho8(a)gmail.com "This signature fought the Time Wars, time and again."

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World of Commodore 2022
by Jeffrey Brace 30 Nov '22

30 Nov '22

Anyone going to World of Commodore this year? I’m going. It’s my first time. Been wanting to go for years now! I will be driving up there on Friday. Coming back Monday. It’s a two day show December 3 & 4. More info here: https://www.tpug.ca/world-of-commodore/world-of-commodore-2022/ I heard that Bill Degnan is doing a virtual talk for the show. I think Amiga Bill will be doing something too. I was asked to give a talk too. At first, I was like who am I to give a talk at a show? I’m nobody important. What would I talk about? Then they said talk about Vintage Computer Festival East and Vintage Computer Federation history. I said I can do that! Should be a fun event. I look forward to enjoying a show where I don’t have the responsibility of running or volunteering for a show. They will celebrate the C64’s 40th anniversary. I have gotten to know some of the Toronto Pet Users Group over the last three years through their Zoom meetings which started with Covid-19. It will be nice to meet them in person. -- ========================================= 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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IBM 1130 fundraiser - DONE!
by Jeffrey Brace 30 Nov '22

30 Nov '22

Just wanted to report that the IBM 1130 Fundraiser is officially done! I closed the donation page as of today 11/30/22. We have raised $9080! This is way past our goal of $6000. We had a large donation of $3000 that put us way over the top. We had 41 donors. 32 of these were $150 or less. The next step is to wait for the delivery vehicle to be available. The current estimate is the end of December. ========================================= 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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Winter Festival and membership dues
by Gregg Levine 29 Nov '22

29 Nov '22

Hello! I just examined the website and saw that this weekend, (December 11 and 12) are not shown on the site. Also I see that the membership activity is also shown there as a certain price for two years. Jeff do you want me to do that again for the shown price there for Two Years? This message is jointly sponsored by the Millenium Falcon and the TARDIS because both know each other. ----- Gregg C Levine gregg.drwho8(a)gmail.com "This signature fought the Time Wars, time and again."

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Former Building Liebert A/C controller to be a display in CDL
by Neil Cherry 29 Nov '22

29 Nov '22

I think this falls under vintage computer, although it is a controller rather than what folks normally consider a computer. For those not aware, we've torn out the old unused Liebert A/C unit of the CDL. From that I stole the controller which is based on the Motorola 6803 processor (my favorite family). I'm in the process of reverse engineering and I really need to document that. I want to repurpose (Hack!) the controller to blink lights, controller some motors, drive analog cand make noise. I am thinking about getting a SPO256 but all I've got so far are 2 CTS256A-AL2. I might get a better chip. It will have a command line interface as I've got Humbug for the 6801 (We don't need to stinking GUIs!). Peter Stark gave permission to share the ROM monitor before he passed away. This will be on display in the CDL. Any other interesting ideas? -- 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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Today in history …
by Jeffrey Brace 29 Nov '22

29 Nov '22

Atari released Pong in 1972. It’s also Giving Tuesday. VCF has some big projects coming up as well as day to day operations that can use support. Please support our mission and donate today: https://vcfed.org/donate/ Thank you and have a great day! -- ========================================= 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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NABU
by Duane Craps 29 Nov '22

29 Nov '22

NABU article on HACKADAY today -- https://hackaday.com/2022/11/28/nabu-pc-a-1984-z-80-computer-you-can-buy-to… DuaneCraps sdɐɹɔ ǝuɐnp

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Introduction, Position and Information
by Alexander Jacocks 28 Nov '22

28 Nov '22

For those who I have not met, hello, my name is Alexander Jacocks, and I am a current member of the VCF Mid-Atlantic steering committee. I joined what was then called MARCH back in 2011, and was given a tour of the much-smaller museum by Evan Koblentz, one of our founders. I quickly met Jeff Brace, and Bill Degnan, at the first event that I attended. Joining VCF was a watershed moment for me, since I had not been previously aware that many other people were interested in computer history, or the collecting of vintage equipment. Meeting the other members immediate expanded the number of folks that I count as friends, and greatly expanded my knowledge of the work going on with the preservation of our shared computing history. The things that I am most passionate about, and have worked the hardest to accomplish, while being a member of the steering committee include: 1) expansion of the hobby, history and profession of computing to include those often left out, including women, and people of color. 2) expansion of the ranks of VCF to people who have been previously unaware of us through community outreach and public speaking 3) outreach to other computing museums, both locally, and further afield 4) support of the Vintage Computer Forums as an administrator for VCF Thanks very much! - Alex Jacocks

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Wang Writer 5503
by Jeffrey Brace 27 Nov '22

27 Nov '22

Some of you may have seen Usagi Electric try to get his Wang Writer 5503 working: https://www.youtube.com/c/Nakazoto So VCF had a donation about a year ago from someone. It isn't working, but we have the system disks. If anyone is interested in getting this system working, then let me know. A good chance to do this is at the next repair workshop. I'm also looking to archive and copy these disks for Usagi Electric to get his system working. ========================================= 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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Steering Committee Voting is in Progress!
by Chris Fala 27 Nov '22

27 Nov '22

After less than two days, I was told that we have already had a good response from the voters. Many thanks to all of you who have already participated! If you haven't voted yet, I encourage you to take an active role in selecting the leadership of our great organization. Help decide who will direct the growth of our museum. Voting will close at 11:59pm on December 7th. Get to know your candidates here: https://vcfed.org/steering-committee-nominee-position-statements/ Vote at the link below. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdqnOZddYcoHTc59HLVn4QxWaEAdNehGL3… Thank you for your participation and support of VCF-MA! Chris Fala

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Steering Committee
by Bill Degnan 27 Nov '22

27 Nov '22

Hi all, I have made it a policy for the past year to keep a low profile when it comes to matters related to Kennett Classic on this mailing list, but I thought I'd comment on the upcoming Steering Committee election because I think there's important work being done there. Although I have good relationships with all Steering Committee members and candidates, I wish to endorse Adam Michlin's candidacy for the Steering Committee in particular. In addition to his partnership with Kennett Classic, Adam fosters collaborative relationships with a number of other groups and individuals to the benefit of the VCFed. I think that this is good for the overall hobby and it puts the VCFed into a leadership position. Adam also has a good eye for building a positive social media presence and he consistently promotes both internal and external hobby events and activity. Electing Adam to the Steering Committee will help bring to fruition the goals you have set for this group. I look forward to strengthening the relationship between Kennett Classic and the VCFed by working with the new Steering Committee on projects and events over the next year. Good luck to you all and I see great things coming in 2023. Best Regards, Bill Degnan Current President Kennett Classic Co-founder of MARCH / original VCFed VP @billdeg / kennettclassic.com vintagecomputer.net

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"RARE interview that has remained hidden for 40 years Roberta Williams talks Colossal Cave"
by Adam Michlin 27 Nov '22

27 Nov '22

Hi All, Just made avaiable, but recorded decades ago! "RARE interview that has remained hidden for 40 years Roberta Williams talks Colossal Cave" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ePthFD-3X9Q -Adam

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Ethan's Steering Committee statement
by Ethan O'Toole 27 Nov '22

27 Nov '22

Hello, I probably know most people by now but figured I should write out a bit. Background wise I have been involved in events for a number of years. Helped with the HOPE conference in NYC doing streaming and special projects for a number of years. Helped in the early launch times of a sci-fi con called ROFCon in Virginia Beach. Helped heavily with a video game music and video gaming event called MAGFest (peak attendence 23,500.) Have done AV work (With help of others!) more recently for VCF and some other events. Co-ran a few mini Makerfaires in Norfolk Virginia and a number of other events. I also ran a hackerspace in Norfolk for a few years (it's a makerspace with a different name.) I have seen the back ends of a number of events. Helped with marketing, some slight fundraising and other bits. Good chance this could be useful to VCF as we look to grow! Of course I am involved in the hobby and have been for many years. Also have hobbies that involve lighting, power control, AMX automation, and a bunch of other things that could be useful for the museum. I tend to be pretty creative. Fun times, have a good one! - Ethan

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VOTING NOW OPEN - Steering Committee Election is Live
by Chris Fala 26 Nov '22

26 Nov '22

Cast your vote now! Please remember there are three seats to fill, so you may vote for up to three candidates. For identification on the voting form, use the e-mail address that you are subscribed to this mailing list with. Voting will close at 11:59pm on December 7th. Get to know your candidates here: https://vcfed.org/steering-committee-nominee-position-statements/ Vote at the link below. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdqnOZddYcoHTc59HLVn4QxWaEAdNehGL3… Thank you for your participation!

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Position Statement, Steering Committee
by Douglas Crawford 26 Nov '22

26 Nov '22

Greeting VCF members. This is Doug Crawford coming to you regarding nomination for the 2022 Steering Committee elections. I have been serving as an appointed member to the committee since last spring when Tony Bogan had to step out for personal reasons. I have learned a lot getting thrust into the organization. Allow me a moment to tell you what I have experienced, and done, and hope to accomplish if I remain on the committee. Here’s my primer on what being a Steering Committee members means. The Steering Committee is a governmental body concept, one that is credited to Adam Michin for proposing, and designed to bring our best minds to bear on all of the activities of the Mid-Atlantic chapter of VCF. As such the committee’s decisions often have to do with the museum, the warehouse, and relations with InfoAge. This was an innovation that has led to a lot of healthy direction since its inception. Steering Committee candidates mainly serve to lend their minds, and don’t have to be the most talented technically or most available. They are lending their practical judgment, passion, and interest. It seems to me these are some important attributes for Steering Committee members: caring about the health of the hobby, caring about the artifacts, caring about effective relationship with InfoAge, caring that projects in progress, and a vision for the future of what VCF Mid Atlantic can accomplish. Here’s an example. It had always been a working assumption that the only way to run the Mid-Atlantic VCF efforts was having one person in charge of managing all the aspects. Chris Fala was the first to suggest that this wasn’t necessarily the case. This turned into a proposal by me defining a set of manager roles under the direction of the Steering Committee. Behind the scenes interested parties refined the plan and then it was presented to the Steering Committee. The Steering Committee like the idea, refined it further, and passed it. Things are running pretty well like this now, and the burdens are distributed. And the "jobs" are transferable in the future. Its sustainable. Perhaps some of this background info will help in framing what you are voting for and your expectations. Now having been deeper inside “the machine” than ever before, and additionally serving under the new manager roles as Museum Manager and Warehouse manager, I began forming an assessment of where we have been and where we might go. In short I see a whole host of yet-to-be-realized potential created by all the effort that has come before. I think we are not yet capitalizing enough on the retro craze and making it count on our campus. Chiefly, we do not get as much of the general public coming to see the exhibits of VCF East, not near enough traffic coming to the museum, and too little growth to the membership. In a response to these observations, I crafted an expanded Mission Statement with details that I believe will inspire action to make practical improvements in these areas. The Steering Committee recently reviewed, refined and voted to adopt it. Working this mission statement in earnest should lead to some good results. My primary focus with the museum is to grow the Museum‘s stature to become a well-known, “must see” destination. *** the very health of InfoAge and our continued presence there, it turns out, depends on our development of traffic to the complex *** As such we must cultivate visitor in categories like these and more: - general public curious about computer history - students that might need inspiration to develop an interest in technology - budding STEM students that will would be encouraged by an infusion computer tech and concepts that build upon what they know. I believe our crew of “veterans of the computer revolution” can provide a thoroughly excellent experience to visitors. And it would be great if we could have a program that encourages visitor that we inspire to have a continuing relationship with VCF. And last, here are some of my technical background and vintage computer work: - https://abitoutofplace.wordpress.com/ - some restorations and my “about me” - The Spreadsheet "Killer App" VCF exhibit - Kermit Exhibit - with the Superbrain building an early executable of CP/M Kermit VCF Exhibit - Computers with multiple personalities Exhibit with Chris Fala and Todd George - C64 assembly language introduction VCF class - A docent going back to the MARCH days. - Taking vintage computer exhibits to science fairs with Chris Fala and Todd George. So if elected to a set I will be in a position to keep the integrity of the initiatives spawning from the new Mission Statement. I look forward to carrying the torch! -DC

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VCF-MA UPDATES - Museum News and Steering Committee Report
by Chris Fala 25 Nov '22

25 Nov '22

Dear VCF Members, I am very pleased to share with you that there have been amazing improvements in our museum recently. Since joining the Steering Committee, and subsequently being voted as the Museum Manager, Doug Crawford has been unstoppable! He is regularly at the museum, both to perform docent duties, and to work on various projects/improvements. Here are just some of the many recent accomplishments that have resulted from his actions and leadership. - A testimonial video for our Wang 4000 was made with Ramsey Mahadeen and published on YouTube. - The HP 1000 power has been wired, the machine repaired, documented, and is now operable by docents. - Our PDP-8 was repaired by David G. at the last workshop. - A Microvax II is installed in the museum and is usable. It is attached to the DEC Robin as an AUX terminal. - Detailed museum opening and closing procedure checklists have been written and are in use. This ensures consistent handling of artifacts and makes it easier for new docents to perform these duties correctly. - A better description of the museum, updated and approved by the Steering Committee, has been provided to InfoAge for inclusion in their new handouts. - Unused floor space under computer exhibit racks were fitted with curtains to allow that area to be used for storage, in conditioned space, for some artifacts previously housed in the warehouse, as well as to clear space in the docent area to provide more workspace. - Doug acquired three, good quality, used medical carts. They will be outfitted with tools, and have wheels so they can be easily moved where needed to assist in working on equipment in the museum and warehouse. _____________________________ In other exciting news, the Steering Committee has voted to approve an official Mission/Vision Statement for our Wall, NJ museum. Inspired by our host, InfoAge, and in partnership with them as a learning center, we believe it is important to have a clear goal, mission, and vision for our museum. This Mission Statement will be incorporated into the Steering Committee's by-laws, will be proudly displayed in our museum, and will be used (as appropriate) in publications and advertisements. Until we have the opportunity to post it on our website, the content is provided below. I hope you agree with me that this is a very meaningful addition to our charter. Since becoming affiliated with VCF several years ago, I have witnessed exceptional growth in all aspects of the organization. Between the museum, VCF-East, events like workshops and swap-meets, member participation, artifacts, organizational structure, etc., I feel that we have grown and improved far from where we started, while still holding onto the things that make us great, foremost of which is our awesome community. I have high hopes that we can continue this trend with the help of all our brilliant members. Sincerely, Chris Fala Chairman of the Mid-Atlantic Steering Committee of the Vintage Computer Federation _____________________________ *The Mission and Vision of* *the Vintage Computer Federation Museum in Wall, NJ* *A Computer History Learning Center* *MISSION* To honor and propagate the history of computer innovation by preserving and exhibiting artifacts in a uniquely hands-on experience for the education of the public, edification of our membership, and inspiration of a new generation of thinkers, dreamers, and visionaries. *VISION* *Develop* a growing museum and knowledgeable docent staff. Rescue, preserve, and restore artifacts. Create interesting, educational, functional, and interactive exhibits. *Establish* educational tours, demonstrations, talks, and hands-on learning opportunities around the multi-faceted technological evolutions in computer subjects. These include hardware, operating systems, programming languages, applications/software, user interfaces, communications and networking, and gaming. *Instill* an appreciation of the evolution of technology by connecting tech of the past to tech of today. *Illuminate* our artifacts with information about the people, events, culture, and trivia in computer history. *Inspire* youth to continue the quest; help them realize that they are the future and give them a vision for that future. Provide avenues for them to get started learning electronics and programming. *Cultivate* a community of vintage technology enthusiasts by engaging them with the VCF in its mission, and provide opportunities to get involved. *Grow *the museum by promoting far and wide its value and educational experience. Increase attendance and revenue to InfoAge, encourage the increase in donations to the VCF. Establish that we are worthy of being the beneficiaries of significant, notable, or important artifact donations and monetary support, in particular from industry and influential entities. *ASPIRATIONS* ● To be regarded as a premier computer history learning center and museum ● To be regarded as a must-see destination for all levels of interest, from those casually intrigued with computer history to students studying technology to technology industry veterans to vintage computer hobbyists ● To embody these goals both in our current museum even more so in our future expanded museum

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Steering Committee Position Statement for Jeff Salzman
by Jeff S 25 Nov '22

25 Nov '22

My own personal history, experiences, curiosity, and affinity toward vintage computing has set me firmly in a hobby that I enjoy. I believe in the goals of the Vintage Computer Federation (VCF), not only for the preservation of vintage computer systems, but for the opportunities the organization provides to the public for those who want to discover and learn about the history of computing. It would be an honor to be a committee member, putting forth an effort as part of the process that helps to define the operation and future vision of the VCF. I have been an aficionado of vintage computing systems, even long before they were ever classified as vintage. My personal experiences since my childhood and young adulthood have always been along the home computing line, 8-bit and above. VCF introduced me to other forms of computing that had an impact throughout the world over the ages. Sometime around 2004, I learned about M.A.R.C.H. and what the organization was all about. I was even asked to design the organization’s logo. It was then that I discovered I wasn’t the only one who (even secretly) held a fondness for vintage computing, thus re-energizing my hobby from simply collecting vintage computing systems, toward the appreciation and preservation of vintage computing in general. I eventually found myself attending the VCF East event as an exhibitor so I could show off what I had in my collection and demonstrate to others, young and old, what computing was like for my generation. Since that time, I have been doing a completely different exhibit each year to show a variety of vintage computers, along with examples of how they were used back in the day. I also started engaging in behind-the-scenes activity of the organization’s events and general operations. I became increasingly involved with events like the Workshops and Festivus. You would (and still could) find me at almost every Workshop, if not working on my own stuff, I’m generally working through items on behalf of the warehouse and museum to meet their respective needs. I hate to see broken vintage computer systems. The Workshops give us an opportunity to do our part in keeping these systems alive, and even more so, allow us to share that experience with others bearing the same interests. Those are just a few of the many reasons VCF exists for the avid hobbyist, or for the piqued interest of a museum visitor, or with whatever insight the organization discovers can be used to promote the knowledge and history of computing to the public. That is a primary goal of mine if elected to the Steering Committee. To put a finger on the pulse of the hobby and help to find ways to effectively and thoroughly promote the intent of the Vintage Computer Federation, defined by the “Corporate Purpose” as written in the organization’s by-laws. Needless to say, I frequently and deeply engage in VCF activities. I shall engage in my duties as a member of the VCF Steering Committee with no less effort than I already put in for the good of the organization. On behalf of the other candidates and myself, I thank you for your fair consideration of everyone’s Position Statement before you vote for the Steering Committee members you feel will properly support and advise the VCF on its operations and charter. Jeff Salzman

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*** VOTING STARTS TOMORROW!!! *** - YOU Will Select the Next Steering Committee Members
by Chris Fala 25 Nov '22

25 Nov '22

Hello VCF Members! Nominations closed on Wednesday night. The candidates are set. Voting opens tomorrow morning! Cast your vote using the link that will be provided at that time. Remember, there are three vacancies, so you can vote for up to three candidates. Be an informed voter. Follow the link below to learn more about the candidates. Also, feel free to reach out and ask questions. https://vcfed.org/steering-committee-nominee-position-statements/ Candidate nominees are: Doug Crawford - nominated by Chris Fala Chris Fala - nominated by Tony Bogan Alexander Jacocks - nominated by Jeff Salzman Adam Michlin - nominated by Dean Notarnicola Dean Notarnicola - nominated by Doug Crawford Ethan O'Toole - nominated by Alexander Jacocks Jeff Salzman - nominated by Jeff Brace Your participation is appreciated! VCF *IS* ITS MEMBERS! Sincerely, Chris Fala Chairman of the Mid-Atlantic Steering Committee of the Vintage Computer Federation

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