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Re: [vcf-midatlantic] Televideo Model 925
by Bill Degnan 23 Nov '20

23 Nov '20

Bobby, Note back then that was the Wilmington Del. repair shop, now my business is located in Kennett Square, PA. Kennettclassic.com for hours and location. You'll need to make an appointment because I will need prep time to.set up the Compupro and terminal. Do you have 8" drive(s), cables and boot media? Bill On Sun, Nov 22, 2020, 10:28 PM Bob Aviles via vcf-midatlantic < vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org> wrote: > Hi Bill, > Just got the system need to check cards and other stuff, will get back > to you on the null modem?I once went up to your store to buy a radio shack > monitor years ago. > ThanksBobby > On Sunday, November 22, 2020, 04:27:53 PM EST, Bill Degnan via > vcf-midatlantic <vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org> wrote: > > Any terminal will work, or a computer running comm software. If you're > going the comm software router, to start, avoid using a usb to serial > adapter and try to use a true serial port until you're sure the computer is > working with a serial terminal. I have used all kinds of things with a > Compupro; Zenith, > > Just a question whether you need a null modem or not, I dont recall. Does > it have the Interfacer card? > > On Sun, Nov 22, 2020, 3:40 PM Bob Aviles via vcf-midatlantic < > vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org> wrote: > > > Hi, > > > > I am looking for a Televideo model 925 terminal with keyboard, 115/230V > > for my CompuPro S100 that I just received or any other type that works > with > > the CompuPro S100 systems. Questions does anyone known if the Zenith > EasyPC > > keyboard with work with the Compupro S100? > > > > > > Thanks > > Bobby > > > > > > > >

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Re: [vcf-midatlantic] Televideo Model 925
by Bill Degnan 22 Nov '20

22 Nov '20

You can always bring it up, I have that term al and a same computer here that work B On Sun, Nov 22, 2020, 10:28 PM Bob Aviles via vcf-midatlantic < vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org> wrote: > Hi Bill, > Just got the system need to check cards and other stuff, will get back > to you on the null modem?I once went up to your store to buy a radio shack > monitor years ago. > ThanksBobby > On Sunday, November 22, 2020, 04:27:53 PM EST, Bill Degnan via > vcf-midatlantic <vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org> wrote: > > Any terminal will work, or a computer running comm software. If you're > going the comm software router, to start, avoid using a usb to serial > adapter and try to use a true serial port until you're sure the computer is > working with a serial terminal. I have used all kinds of things with a > Compupro; Zenith, > > Just a question whether you need a null modem or not, I dont recall. Does > it have the Interfacer card? > > On Sun, Nov 22, 2020, 3:40 PM Bob Aviles via vcf-midatlantic < > vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org> wrote: > > > Hi, > > > > I am looking for a Televideo model 925 terminal with keyboard, 115/230V > > for my CompuPro S100 that I just received or any other type that works > with > > the CompuPro S100 systems. Questions does anyone known if the Zenith > EasyPC > > keyboard with work with the Compupro S100? > > > > > > Thanks > > Bobby > > > > > > > >

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Re: [vcf-midatlantic] Televideo Model 925
by Bill Degnan 22 Nov '20

22 Nov '20

Any terminal will work, or a computer running comm software. If you're going the comm software router, to start, avoid using a usb to serial adapter and try to use a true serial port until you're sure the computer is working with a serial terminal. I have used all kinds of things with a Compupro; Zenith, Just a question whether you need a null modem or not, I dont recall. Does it have the Interfacer card? On Sun, Nov 22, 2020, 3:40 PM Bob Aviles via vcf-midatlantic < vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org> wrote: > Hi, > > I am looking for a Televideo model 925 terminal with keyboard, 115/230V > for my CompuPro S100 that I just received or any other type that works with > the CompuPro S100 systems. Questions does anyone known if the Zenith EasyPC > keyboard with work with the Compupro S100? > > > Thanks > Bobby > > >

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Steering Committee Nominee position statements
by Jeffrey Brace 22 Nov '20

22 Nov '20

Here is the webpage with information about the upcoming elections for 2 new members of the Steering Committee: http://vcfed.org/wp/2020-elections-for-steering-committee/ I only have two position statements at the moment, but will update the webpage as I receive them. Here is the webpage with the position statements for the nominees: http://vcfed.org/wp/2020-steering-committee-nominee-position-statements/ -- ========================================= Jeff Brace Vice President & Board Member Vintage Computer Festival East Show-runner Vintage Computer Federation is a 501c3 charity http://www.vcfed.org/ jeffrey(a)vcfed.org cell: 732-759-1783 <https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campai…> Virus-free. www.avast.com <https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campai…> <#DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2>

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Need presenters for World Of Commodore Virtual Edition 2020
by Jeffrey Brace 22 Nov '20

22 Nov '20

The organizers for World of Commodore need more presenters for their show on December 5. Here is more info: https://www.tpug.ca/world-of-commodore/world-of-commodore-2020/ This is the form to submit if you are interested in presenting: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc7Wr7ajcAV-t6iswLy1CcnabRQkAjYght… -- ========================================= Jeff Brace Vice President & Board Member Vintage Computer Festival East Show-runner Vintage Computer Federation is a 501c3 charity http://www.vcfed.org/ jeffrey(a)vcfed.org cell: 732-759-1783 <https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campai…> Virus-free. www.avast.com <https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campai…> <#DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2>

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Televideo Model 925
by Bob Aviles 22 Nov '20

22 Nov '20

Hi, I am looking for a Televideo model 925 terminal with keyboard, 115/230V for my CompuPro S100 that I just received or any other type that works with the CompuPro S100 systems. Questions does anyone known if the Zenith EasyPC keyboard with work with the Compupro S100? Thanks Bobby

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Smile for VCF :-D -- Amazon Smile that is
by Jeffrey Brace 20 Nov '20

20 Nov '20

Hey Everyone, As the holiday season approaches consider selecting VCF when you buy items from Amazon. VCF gets a percentage of the sale. Be sure to select Vintage Computer Federation as your charity through: *smile.amazon.com/gp/ch/list/47-4133714 <https://smile.amazon.com/gp/f.html?C=1HXAZTTMPP8UD&K=ONBFISUFZZPK&M=urn:rtn…>* Thanks! -- ========================================= Jeff Brace Vice President & Board Member Vintage Computer Festival East Show-runner Vintage Computer Federation is a 501c3 charity http://www.vcfed.org/ jeffrey(a)vcfed.org cell: 732-759-1783

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Re: [vcf-midatlantic] Dang they don't make them like they used to ...
by Ethan Dicks 19 Nov '20

19 Nov '20

On Thu, Nov 19, 2020 at 12:00 PM Sentrytv via vcf-midatlantic <vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org> wrote: > I have had Weller soldering stations all through out my “professional career”. > I still continue to use the stations that I had in my TV shop in the mid 80s. > > > On Nov 19, 2020, at 10:38 AM, Neil Cherry via vcf-midatlantic <vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org> wrote: > > > > So my POS 35 year old Weller workstation that I got out of the back of the Computer Shopper > > for $25 shipped has developed a crack in the heat guard sleeve. I mean really I spent good > > money on this and it only lasted 35 years. I want a refund! ;-) I've been using the same Weller EC1200 since 1984. Back then, it was on the bench at work (and IIRC, they paid $250 for it new, in 1981-82). When the company folded in 1993, I bought out the stock and bench and continued to support our (few remaining) customers for the next 1-2 years. I've replaced the heater once and the thermostat unit once in those 36 years. I could use a new strain-relief grommet on the cord but it's been fine for years with gentle handling. About the only thing that could replace this battleship is a nice Hakko with a sheaf of SMT tips. -ethan

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Dang they don't make them like they used to ...
by Neil Cherry 19 Nov '20

19 Nov '20

So my POS 35 year old Weller workstation that I got out of the back of the Computer Shopper for $25 shipped has developed a crack in the heat guard sleeve. I mean really I spent good money on this and it only lasted 35 years. I want a refund! ;-) I think I can fix the crack with some heat shrink tubing. BTW if anyone has ever seen my Weller they'd wonder why I still have it. It looks like someone took a BB gun to it. It's looked that way for the last 35 years. I do need to take some epoxy to a few things to fix some of the broken parts but it still works and the tip is good (small chisel tip). The tip was bought new when I got the Weller. I think it cost more than the Weller. I also have the original tip. It was a bit worn but usable. I wonder if my Hako will last that long. Might I never use it. ;-) -- Linux Home Automation Neil Cherry ncherry(a)linuxha.com http://www.linuxha.com/ Main site http://linuxha.blogspot.com/ My HA Blog Author of: Linux Smart Homes For Dummies

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VCF-MA Steering Committee Election Update
by Dean Notarnicola 18 Nov '20

18 Nov '20

This is a reminder to everyone about the upcoming committee member election. There are two seats becoming vacant and nominations are now open. *Current nominees*: Ian Primus - *Nominated by Adam Michlin* Alex Jacocks - *Nominated by Jeff Brace* Tony Bogan - *Nominated by Dean Notarnicola* Dave McGuire - *Nominated by Chris Fala* Jason Perkins - *Nominated by Evan Koblentz* Nominations for committee members can be made simply by communicating the nomination via email to a committee member (adam.michlin(a)vcfed.org, andrew.diller(a)vcfed.org, tony.bogan(a)vcfed.org, chris. fala(a)vcfed.org, dean.notarnicola(a)vcfed.org) To be eligible for the election, the prospective nominee must then accept the nomination by replying in the affirmative to the nomination email. One nomination per member can be made. Members may also self-nominate. An updated list of eligible nominees will be published weekly. *Key dates*: Nominations close November 26th. Voting will commence on November 28th Voting will close at 11:59 pm on December 6th Winners will be announced at 1:00 pm, December 12th Regards, Dean Notarnicola VCF Committee Chairperson

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