Brad, That's a new one on me.
But the split CRT reminds me of a 1970s IBM desk computer (it was a computer built into a desk, I forget the model number) and it had a similar display. I wonder if this isn't some third-party IBM compatible terminal? Sellam On Tue, Jul 4, 2023 at 10:27 PM Brad H via cctalk <cctalk@classiccmp.org> wrote: > Hi there - not sure how much overlap there is with vcfed's forum, but > thought I would reach out here in case. I have a terminal from 1974 (based > on date codes I've found on the motherboard). I'm unable to determine > manufacturer and that would be handy for diagnostic purposes. The terminal > casing is made out of foam, and although there are some serial numbers > stamped around, nothing really lines up. The fans inside have zero dust or > dirt, so I'm thinking this may not have seen much use, or may be a > prototype > or pilot for something. It does have RS232 capability. Interestingly the > screen is set down below the keyboard so that only half of it is visible. > > > > My main issue right now is the PSU - I am trying to determine if I'm safe > to > attempt powering up the board (the PSU so far seems to be ok, although some > voltages on a couple of pins are mysterious). > > > > Anyway, on the extremely off chance anyone has ever seen one of these or > something like it.. any tips would be appreciated. If I can find a manual > I'll feel a lot safer about turning it on. > > > > Some pics here: > > https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1-2uEFbi3OKBYr06y6yHnygDiLMtw2Qkj?usp > =sharing > <https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1-2uEFbi3OKBYr06y6yHnygDiLMtw2Qkj?usp=sharing> > > > > Brad > > b...@techtimetraveller.com > > > >
