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Old computer I can learn to repair?
by Benjamin Krein 04 May '24

04 May '24

I just got my first ever oscilloscope (Zoyi ZT-703s) but I have a problem - I don't have any broken computers! :) Anyone have any old computers that are repairable they want to get rid of? Probably something 8-bit just because I'm an absolute beginner. I'm also thinking something more common just because resources will be easier to find. Here's my wish list but I won't look any gift horses in the mouth! 1. Commodore 128 2. Atari 400(xl)/600/800(xl) 3. Apple IIc(+) I've always wanted an Amiga (500) but I'm not sure if that's getting too complicated or not for the scope I got? I'm in the Philadelphia area. -- - Benjamin Krein

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Re: [vcf-midatlantic] Vote for VCF's new bumper video
by Bill Degnan 04 May '24

04 May '24

Why not just keep them all and make new ones as needed, always with the consistency of the "typing part"? The author of a given video can then choose from a stable of bumper videos, selecting the bumper that best matches the content? My vote is thus: One with typing only, and a library of versions built up over time with appropriate audio music and effects. Holiday-themed set, manufacturer set, famous computer sounds, advertising, etc. Bill Degnan On Sat, May 4, 2024, 6:49 AM Sentrytv via vcf-midatlantic < vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org> wrote: > I agree with Jeff > Leave the video as is remove the audio . > > Mike > > Sent from: > My extremely complicated, hand held electronic device. > > > On May 4, 2024, at 1:01 AM, Jeff Galinat via vcf-midatlantic < > vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org> wrote: > > > > I would be fine with omitting the music. Just the logo with the typing > > works for me, but that was not an option. > > Regards, > > Jeff > > > >

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VCF Bumper to videos
by Jeffrey Brace 03 May '24

03 May '24

We had a volunteer create a bumper for our future VCF videos. What does everyone think? https://youtu.be/3c0F9bENQW4 Can anyone identify: 1) The computer starting up 2) The song 3) The keyboard making the clicking sounds? Take care! Jeff Brace VCF National Board Member Chairman & Vice President Vintage Computer Festival East Showrunner VCF Mid-Atlantic Event Manager 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] Altair @ 50, why front panels are popular
by Herbert Johnson 03 May '24

03 May '24

PYROMATE Digital P45AF Firing System Pyrotechnics Fireworks Displays Module eBay item number:135003938238 plastic suitcase, orange panel toggles/lights The Van Vliet’s Company (111) 100% positive US $2,500.00 BIN B/O “Used but in great condition. All features are working. Contact for any additional information.” Free Standard Shipping. Located in: Riverview, Florida -- Herbert R. Johnson, New Jersey USA https://www.retrotechnology.com OR .net preserve, recover, restore 1970's computing email: hjohnson AT retrotechnology DOT com or try later herbjohnson AT comcast DOT net

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Repair workshop who’s going?
by Jeffrey Brace 03 May '24

03 May '24

Let me know or sign up. Take care! Jeff Brace VCF National Board Member Chairman & Vice President Vintage Computer Festival East Showrunner VCF Mid-Atlantic Event Manager Vintage Computer Federation is a 501c3 charity https://vcfed.org/ <http://www.vcfed.org/> jeffrey(a)vcfed.org

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Big personal collection at home
by Jeffrey Brace 03 May '24

03 May '24

An editor at an architecture and design magazine asked if I could refer him to any collector that has a notably large vintage computing collection preferably in the NYC metro area. This is not a museum that he's looking for, but someone's private residence. If you have any ideas, then send me an email with the person's contact info and I will let him know. Thanks! Jeff Brace VCF National Board Member Chairman & Vice President Vintage Computer Festival East Showrunner VCF Mid-Atlantic Event Manager Vintage Computer Federation is a 501c3 charity https://vcfed.org/ <http://www.vcfed.org/> jeffrey(a)vcfed.org

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Fwd: ENIACtion ['] IEEE Milestone Event for Grace Hopper's A-O Compiler at UPenn May 7th
by Jeffrey Brace 02 May '24

02 May '24

---------- Forwarded message --------- On Tuesday Morning, May 7th, an IEEE Milestone Plaque will be unveiled at the Engineering School of the University of Pennsylvania in honor of Grace Hopper's development of the A-O Compiler and Automatic Programming. The building where the plaque will be placed is where Rear Admiral Hopper had worked on this effort. Details about how to register to attend in-person or view the ceremony online are at: <https://events.seas.upenn.edu/event/ieee-grace-hopper-milestone-celebration/> <https://events.seas.upenn.edu/event/ieee-grace-hopper-milestone-celebration/> . *IEEE Milestone Plaque Citation* A-O Compiler and Initial Development of Automatic Programming, 1951-1952 During 1951-1952, Grace Hopper invented the A-O Compiler, a series of specifications that functioned as a linker/loader. It was a pioneering achievement of automatic programming as well as a pioneering utility program for the management of subroutines. That A-O Compiler influenced the development of arithmetic and business programming languages. This led to COBOL (Common Business-Oriented Language) becoming the dominant high-level language for business applications. *About Grace Hopper *Rear Admiral Grace Hopper was a mathematician, computer scientist, systems designer and the inventor of the compiler. Her outstanding contributions to computer science benefited academia, industry and the military. In 1928 she graduated from Vassar College with a B.A. in mathematics and physics and joined the Vassar faculty. While an instructor, she continued her studies in mathematics at Yale University where she earned an MA in 1930 and a Ph.D. in 1934. Grace Hopper is known worldwide for her work with the first large-scale digital computer, the Navy’s Mark I. In 1949 she joined Philadelphia’s Eckert-Mauchly, founded by the builders of ENIAC, which was building UNIVAC I. Her work on compilers and on making machines understand ordinary language instructions lead ultimately to the development of the business language, COBOL. Grace Hopper served on the faculty of the Moore School for 15 years, and in 1974 received an honorary degree from the University. --

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Repair Workshop 2024, 5/4 & 5/5
by Jeffrey Brace 02 May '24

02 May '24

Click here to sign up <https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1DTry5ca1BK6jlGIVPkLOnar18a6dvyW9DGi…> *WHERE:* 1) CDL's Hackerspace and classroom in building 9059 (Most people use this one) 2) 9032-A is *not *available this time. *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. $25 per night for those wanting to stay overnight in the visitor center's bunk beds *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 send: * Via PayPal to @VintageComputerFed or paypal(a)vcfed.org. * Venmo: @VintageComputerFederation * Cash, credit card, Apple Pay, etc. in person. We have a Square Device. *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 let others know that you need something. 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 afternoon*: Everyone is on their own. *Saturday Night Dinner at around 7PM*: We often go out to dinner together. MJ's in Tinton Falls seems the new prefered spot. *Sunday Morning*: We usually meet at a diner around 9AM *Sunday Afternoon*: Everyone is on their own. *PARKING:* Park in the main parking lot, unless you are unloading. Don't park on the lawn. Also don't park where there are "no parking signs" There is now a dedicated fire lane. *PHONE:* (732) 722 - 5015 *EMAIL: *repairworkshops(a)vcfed.org Have fun everyone! :-D

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Re: [vcf-midatlantic] VCF Bumper to videos
by Neil Cherry 02 May '24

02 May '24

On 5/1/24 18:11, Sentrytv via vcf-midatlantic wrote: > REALLY > All all of this hubbub over 10 seconds of video and sound? "I'm particulary glad that these lovely children were here today to hear that speech. Not only was it authentic frontier gibberish, it expressed a courage little" -- 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] VCF Bumper to videos
by Andrew Diller 01 May '24

01 May '24

Are you really asking that? I know you didn't just join this list lol > On May 1, 2024, at 6:11 PM, Sentrytv via vcf-midatlantic <vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org> wrote: > > > REALLY > All all of this hubbub over 10 seconds of video and sound? >

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