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calling all HAMS for solar eclipse party
by Jeffrey Jonas 18 Jul '23

18 Jul '23

Solar Eclipse QSO Party: a NASA supported citizen science event https://hamsci.org/seqp-rules 14 Oct 2023 1200 \xe2\x80\x93 2200 UTC (Partial eclipse begins ~1500 UTC in Oregon ends ~1840 UTC in Texas) 8 Apr 2024 1400-2400 UTC (Partial eclipse begins ~1710 UTC in Texas and ends ~2040 UTC in Maine) Objective: To generate observations of propagation by the Reverse Beacon Network and PSKReporter event logs before, during, and aft er the eclipse on the amateur bands for the purpose of ionospheric sounding. The Solar Eclipse QSO Party (SEQP) is unique among ham radio competitions as it awards points for two-way QSOs (ham to h am contacts via radio) and bonus points for reception reports from skimmers, RBN nodes and the like. Please be aware that the SEQP is one of many events to be held during the HamSCI Festivals of Eclipse Ionospheric Scienc e. You are welcome to participate in more than one event ...

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Folks who like Toshiba Librettos may like this...
by Dave Shevett 17 Jul '23

17 Jul '23

I just posted a video that really highlights the Toshiba Libretto - folks who have seen me at the VCF events with my handheld collection probably no my Libretto 110CT well - it gets a lot of attention. This one is about using the libretty to scavenge some data from an old GIS / GPS device via PCMCIA. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zz799S9TTCQ -- Dave Shevett shevett(a)pobox.com

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System Source Swap Meet!
by Ethan O'Toole 14 Jul '23

14 Jul '23

Heya, Is there a flyer or anything for the System Source swap meet? Would like to drop it on Craigslist and such. Try to wrestle up more buyers and sellers. I will sign up as a seller this weekend as well! - Ethan

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OFF OFF TOPIC Crestron software needed
by Sentrytv 12 Jul '23

12 Jul '23

I have a need for a specific software package. What I need is the CRESTRON software used for diagnostics and programming of their equipment. For 20 years I worked for a Crestron partner but I am no longer with those companies. In order for me to download the software, I would have to be at CRESTRON partner. I do have a CRESTRON account not as a Crestron partner. I am wondering if there’s anybody out there that would be able to help me out. I need to diagnose and reprogram a CRESTRON DMPS3 300 C processor and touch panel. If I have a software I can do the work myself. If there is anybody out there that can and will help me please let me know. Mike Rosen Sent from: My extremely complicated, hand held electronic device.

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OT: Sussex Hamfest Sunday 7/16
by Kelly Leavitt 11 Jul '23

11 Jul '23

Many VCFed members attend this hamfest in Sussex County NJ. Stop by the kitchen and say hello Sussex Hamfest Sunday July 16, 2023 "Rain or Shine since 79" Sussex County Fair Grounds 37 Plains Road Augusta, NJ 07822 (GPS: Lat/Long N41-08-10.2 / W74 43 01.9 Decimal 41.136200 / -74.717233) VE Session at 10 AM in Fair Grounds Administration Building Walk ins Allowed Gates open for Vendors at 6 AM and for Buyers at 8 AM Fees: * Buyers $8 * Tailgaters $25 (Includes 1 admission) * Indoor Tables $25 (Includes 1 Admission) * Overnight parking (Fees charged by Fair Grounds): RV type vehicles $50. Other Vehicles, tents, etc. $20 For further information – Email: Hamfest(a)scarcnj.org<mailto:Email:%20%20%20Hamfest@scarcnj.org> Hamfest telephone: 973-862-8124 (new number) Sussex County Hamfest Committee "Rain or Shine since 79"

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Re: [vcf-midatlantic] 2708 eprom programmer wanted / suggestions
by Bill Degnan 09 Jul '23

09 Jul '23

That looks pretty good. B On Sun, Jul 9, 2023, 12:09 AM Brian Marstella via vcf-midatlantic < vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org> wrote: > While I have used mine very little, the ARLabs programmer > https://www.arlabs.com/device.html handles many original PROM devices as > well as many, many other devices through modern. Some devices require > additional adapters and looks like they can get expensive. I bought mine > used from someone on a message board several years ago for $100 including > an EPROM eraser. It also included the adapter for 1702s. > > On Sat, Jul 8, 2023 at 10:20 PM Bill Degnan via vcf-midatlantic < > vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org> wrote: > > > I did not know Martin offered a 2708 model. Thanks. Is the Dajen > reliable > > for you? I still need to repair mine. > > Thanks. > > Bill > > > > On Sat, Jul 8, 2023, 10:05 PM Jonathan Chapman via vcf-midatlantic < > > vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org> wrote: > > > > > Bill, > > > > > > If you're buying something, get Martin Eberhard's programmer. > > > > > > Remember, your Dajen SCI will program 2708s! > > > > > > Thanks, > > > Jonathan > > > > > > ------- Original Message ------- > > > On Saturday, July 8th, 2023 at 22:00, Bill Degnan via vcf-midatlantic < > > > vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org> wrote: > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > I am hoping someone has a suggestion as to where I can get a 2708 > eprom > > > > programmer. I don't mind spending a fair price for something reliable > > and > > > > solid. I would rather have one that is modern, but vintage is OK. If > I > > > > have to I will build from a kit, but I prefer a manufactured model. > > Most > > > > of the 2708's I need to make are for S-100 systems. > > > > > > > > I have a 1702 and a programmer and another that does everything north > > of > > > > 2708 (2716, 2732, etc) but nothing for the 2708s. > > > > > > > > Thanks > > > > > > > > Bill > > > > > >

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2708 eprom programmer wanted / suggestions
by Bill Degnan 09 Jul '23

09 Jul '23

I am hoping someone has a suggestion as to where I can get a 2708 eprom programmer. I don't mind spending a fair price for something reliable and solid. I would rather have one that is modern, but vintage is OK. If I have to I will build from a kit, but I prefer a manufactured model. Most of the 2708's I need to make are for S-100 systems. I have a 1702 and a programmer and another that does everything north of 2708 (2716, 2732, etc) but nothing for the 2708s. Thanks Bill

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Pdp-8 focal @ Kennett Classic
by Bill Degnan 09 Jul '23

09 Jul '23

Saturday at the museum we're going to try to load FOCAL from papertape into the PDP-8 system. 12 noon to ? All are welcome. Also going to document system in detail, measure voltages, etc. Kennettclassic.com Bill

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Repair Workshop Breakfast tomorrow 7/9
by Jeffrey Brace 09 Jul '23

09 Jul '23

We are meeting at Blue Swan at 9:30AM. -- 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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Repair Workshop This Weekend (July 8 & 9, 2023) Info
by Jeffrey Brace 07 Jul '23

07 Jul '23

Hello everyone, Just a reminder that there is a repair workshop this coming weekend. A new rule is that everyone should park on one side of the road to allow for fire truck access in case of an emergency. This comes as a directive from InfoAge. For anyone interested, we will be going to a member's house after Sunday's breakfast to buy what he is selling. Signup for July 2023 Repair Workshop here: July 2023 Repair Workshop Signup Sheet <https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1TJJxdL8skd7giR1miP-5AKMHwoBSqU7gse-…> Spaces are first come first serve to the CDL space. Limited space available. Sign up to guarantee a space in your preferred area!!! *DATES*: July 8 & 9, 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*: Not sure where we will go, likely to MJs. *Sunday Morning*: Blue Swan at 9AM *PARKING:* Park in the main parking lot, unless you are unloading. Don't park on the lawn. Park on side of the street. QUESTIONS? PHONE: ( 7 3 2 ) 7 2 2 - 5 0 1 5 EMAIL: repairworkshops(a)vcfed.org 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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