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Paying it forward: Byron and his Datasettes
by Dan FitzGerald 16 Apr '24

16 Apr '24

I want to very publicly thank Byron for something very kind that he did with the Commodore Datasette drives he was selling at VCF East Consignment this past weekend. Something that he didn't really have to do. He included program tapes with them. At the fall swap meet, I purchased my first C64 along with a Datasette drive from Steve's basement. But because I didn't have a new C64 power brick to go with it (and because the Datasette also broke), I was unable to do anything with it. This past weekend, I purchased one of Byron's Datasettes and a new PSU from one of the vendors. But because I didn't have a 1541 disk drive (or any real experience with C64s), I wouldn't have had any programs to run with it... except that Byron included two cassette tapes in with the drive. I've been exploring one of the two tapes, which seems to contain a large number of programs taken from Creative Computing and Compute!'s Gazette. So now I can get going with my first C64 without having to delve into advanced topics such as "How can I get a program from the Internet onto this thing", or "Oh crap I need to buy a 1541 now". So thank you Byron, for being extremely conscientious with your Datasettes. It was very thoughtful, and while it didn't cost you much it made a world of difference to me. -- Regards, Dan FitzGerald They/Them or She/Her Classical Computing Laboratory at IBM-Poughkeepsie http://www.vm.ibm.com/devpages/dfitzger

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Re: [vcf-midatlantic] What do you guys always need for your vintage computing projects?
by Sentrytv 15 Apr '24

15 Apr '24

Kelly Leavitt is associated with the Sussex Hamfest, and he is also part of this group So if he’s reading this, he knows. Sent from: My extremely complicated, hand held electronic device. > On Apr 15, 2024, at 10:08 AM, Christian Liendo <cliendo(a)gmail.com> wrote: > > If you know the people at SCARC just tell them their SSL cert expired > > >> On Mon, Apr 15, 2024 at 9:49 AM Sentrytv via vcf-midatlantic >> <vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org> wrote: >> >> Charlie, I don’t know if you’re aware of the VCF swap meet sometime in June. >> It is usually a pretty decent event and yes, there will be competition on selling your stuff, but bring as much stuff as you can. >> You really won’t be disappointed unless, of course, the weather turns ugly. >> >> Another large outdoor event (indoor also) is the Sussex County fairgrounds Hamfest on July 14th >> >> >> The 2024 SCARC Hamfest will be held July 14th 2024 >> >> Gates open at 6:00am for sellers/tailgaters >> 8:00am for buyers >> 270,000 square feet (Six Plus Acres!) of outdoor tailgate space and 10,000 square feet of indoor space. Food, Door Prizes and Ample Parking too! >> >> For info or tables contact SCARC at 973-862-8124 >> >> >> Mike Rosen >> >> Sent from: >> My extremely complicated, hand held electronic device. >> >> On Apr 15, 2024, at 8:31 AM, Charlie's Computers via vcf-midatlantic <vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org> wrote: >> >> Awesome, thanks for the info everyone! >> >> On Mon, Apr 15, 2024 at 7:43 AM Benjamin Krein <superbenk(a)gmail.com> wrote: >> >> There are other CAD programs out there that you might find more >> >> approachable if you're just starting out. TinkerCAD is one that comes to >> >> mind though I've never used it. I personally use Fusion360 but it can be >> >> daunting at first & their pricing tiers are weird & get expensive really >> >> fast if you're doing anything non-personal. There are some restrictions on >> >> the free version too from a functionality perspective. Just beware & know >> >> you have options if you're not already married to Fusion360. >> >> >> On the BlueSCSI Discord the maker of the PotatoFi PiSCSI case just >> >> recently opened up his license to be a bit more free (I think) & he has a >> >> number of really great models for various BlueSCSI/PiSCSI projects that you >> >> should check out. >> >> https://www.printables.com/model/72451-piscsi-slim-case - Just make sure >> >> you're honoring people's licenses & giving credit when/where appropriate >> >> (It's ALWAYS good to give credit to the original designer IMO). >> >> >> Other drive sleds are popular too. Expansion slot filler blanks or port >> >> mounts for things like joystick ports etc. come to mind as well for the >> >> Macs & Apple IIs. Probably lots of other things I'm not thinking of right >> >> now. >> >> >> Good luck! >> >> >> On Mon, Apr 15, 2024 at 7:12 AM Charlie's Computers via vcf-midatlantic < >> >> vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org> wrote: >> >> >> (I know VCF East 2024 *just* ended and I'm not asking about plans for next >> >> year, don't worry!) >> >> >> I'm thinking of being a vendor at next year's VCF East or the year after >> >> that. I'm getting into 3d printing and I'm going to buy a few more >> >> printers. >> >> >> If I 3D printed brackets and adapters and more and sold them, what do you >> >> guys always seem to need for your projects? Hard drive sleds? SCSI2SD >> >> adapters for old Macintosh computers? Floppy EMU cases? >> >> >> My 3d modeling skills are 0/10 so these things need to exist on >> >> Thingiverse >> >> or yeggi.com (3d print search engine) >> >> >> But I'll download Fusion 360 and try and figure out something, so if you >> >> guys have any ideas for useful things I could make, let me know! >> >> >> Sincerely, >> >> Charlie >> >> >> >> >> -- >> >> - Benjamin Krein >> >>

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What do you guys always need for your vintage computing projects?
by Charlie's Computers 15 Apr '24

15 Apr '24

(I know VCF East 2024 *just* ended and I'm not asking about plans for next year, don't worry!) I'm thinking of being a vendor at next year's VCF East or the year after that. I'm getting into 3d printing and I'm going to buy a few more printers. If I 3D printed brackets and adapters and more and sold them, what do you guys always seem to need for your projects? Hard drive sleds? SCSI2SD adapters for old Macintosh computers? Floppy EMU cases? My 3d modeling skills are 0/10 so these things need to exist on Thingiverse or yeggi.com (3d print search engine) But I'll download Fusion 360 and try and figure out something, so if you guys have any ideas for useful things I could make, let me know! Sincerely, Charlie

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lost jacket
by Jeffrey Jonas 14 Apr '24

14 Apr '24

My US Army APFU physical training jacket is missing. Last seen at Bob Roswell's booth. No, I didn't write my name on the label :-( -- jeff jonas

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Re: [vcf-midatlantic] MacBook Pro A1278 AC adapter charger needed
by Vincent B 13 Apr '24

13 Apr '24

If nobody else does, I can bring one with me. I've been meaning to see if my old 2008 MacBook Pro still works anyway. On Fri, Apr 12, 2024 at 1:21 PM Sentrytv via vcf-midatlantic < vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org> wrote: > If anyone on this list has a spare charger adapter for a MacBook Pro, > I do not know how many watts, but it is an I5 processor, A1278 from 2010. > > Actually, I need 2 power adapters, but I will settle with one that works. > If anybody has a working one, please bring it to VCF on Saturday even if > only to try. > Please find me. > If you don’t know who I am, you can ask any of the Jeff’s or Ian’s. > > Thank you > > Mike Rosen > Sentry TV > > > > Sent from: > My extremely complicated, hand held electronic device.

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Items available on consignment
by W2HX 12 Apr '24

12 Apr '24

Hi all, since we can't see other people's consignment items using the new system, I thought I'd post this here. The following are available for consignment at the VCF event. Maybe someone wants to start a google sheets on this stuff? Heathkit H14 Printer $20 This printer kinda works. There seems to be some problem with the temperature sensor or most likely the comparator circuit for the temp sensor. It works when the sensor is not reporting an issue (fiddly). Also note a small part is missing on the right-hand tractor feed but seems ok anyway. SOLD AS IS. See video here: https://youtu.be/Ccdi0F2Zfkc Decwriter IV / Letterprinter LA-100 $50 Self-test works, foam makes dust. Comes with two different tractor feed attachments. See this video: https://youtu.be/JegsW2RZc2c SOLD AS IS. 100% of proceeds for these items will go to VCF! 73 Eugene W2HX My Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@w2hx/videos

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MacBook Pro A1278 AC adapter charger needed
by Sentrytv 12 Apr '24

12 Apr '24

If anyone on this list has a spare charger adapter for a MacBook Pro, I do not know how many watts, but it is an I5 processor, A1278 from 2010. Actually, I need 2 power adapters, but I will settle with one that works. If anybody has a working one, please bring it to VCF on Saturday even if only to try. Please find me. If you don’t know who I am, you can ask any of the Jeff’s or Ian’s. Thank you Mike Rosen Sentry TV Sent from: My extremely complicated, hand held electronic device.

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More consignment items
by W2HX 11 Apr '24

11 Apr '24

I've added these items to my consignment list (can also be found https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1_j1JkMsgS6vMpPXdSfhKXDulW4c2E_XWmmq… ) All proceeds to be donated to VCF. DEC RL/RK Device of some sort $25 Untested. Used for RL01/RL02, RK05, RK06, RK07 cartridges. Possibly used for alignment and adjustment? Might not be complete. Needs cleaning. Bad foam disintegration. Yuk. Pix here: https://w2hx.com/?prefix=ForSale/DEC%20RL-Device/ DELL XPS 8500 $25 New/unused/untested. Bought in 2013 from Newegg and never used. Some scuffs from storage. Windows 7, tons of RAM. No monitor, mouse or keyboard. Specs seen here: https://w2hx.com/ForSale/DELL%20XPS%208500/DELL%20Desktop%20PC%20XPS%208500… DEC PDP-11/23 Barebones thing $25 M8189 card, Qniverter (QBUS TO UNIBUS) interface card, backplane, serial ports, etc. Untested https://w2hx.com/?prefix=ForSale/PDP-11-23%20Thingy/ 73 Eugene W2HX My Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@w2hx/videos

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MacBook Pro 2006 charger / brick
by Sentrytv 11 Apr '24

11 Apr '24

I am looking for a charger power brick for a 2006 MacBook Pro. If anybody has a working one I can use for testing / purchase, I would appreciate it if they could bring it to VCF East. I will be attending Saturday early in the day. Please let me know off list here. Mike Rosen Sent from: My extremely complicated, hand held electronic device.

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Unsubscribe
by Sean True 11 Apr '24

11 Apr '24

Unsubscribe Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 11, 2024, at 1:00 PM, Gregg Levine via vcf-midatlantic <vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org> wrote: > > Hello! > Did we? I regenerated over the past two years. So I look a little > older. And I happen to know you are currently teaching penguins how to > run houses instead of chasing explorers. > > Just be very careful tomorrow not to feed the velociraptor by the CDL building. > ----- > Gregg C Levine gregg.drwho8(a)gmail.com > "This signature fought the Time Wars, time and again." > >> On Thu, Apr 11, 2024 at 10:21 AM Neil Cherry <ncherry(a)linuxha.com> wrote: >> >>> On 4/10/24 23:32, Gregg Levine wrote: >>> Hello! >>> Great! I plan on stopping inside the CDL space to see what your >>> co-host in the space is doing anyway on that day. It's sort-of a >>> ritual. A lot more junk? Like what? Just look for a tall timelord >>> wearing a very beat up leather coat, and bluejeans and what looks like >>> a gray hoodie. And carrying or wearing a Husky cleaners bag. >>> ----- >>> Gregg C Levine gregg.drwho8(a)gmail.com >>> "This signature fought the Time Wars, time and again." >> >> We've met, you just aren't associating me with the email. :-) >> >> -- >> 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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