Re: [M100] QUAD with battery

[Jeff Gonzales]

Where can I buy one?

On Tue, Oct 17, 2023 at 11:53 AM Brian K. White 
wrote:

> I managed to stuff a battery onto a QUAD
>
> https://github.com/bkw777/reQUAD/
>
> --
> bkw
>

Re: [M100] Possible BBS launch

[Jeff Gonzales]

Anyone still running WWIV?  I'm down for playing some Tradewars 2002 and
Geopolitiks.  lol.

On Wed, Mar 1, 2023 at 10:07 AM Gregory McGill 
wrote:

> MajorBBS 10
>
> Greg
>
> On Tue, Feb 28, 2023 at 10:14 PM Daniel L  wrote:
>
>> OK. Tribbs?
>>
>> On February 28, 2023 1:06:30 PM PST, Gregory McGill <
>> arcadeshop...@gmail.com> wrote:
>>>
>>> I don't run syncronet :)  I think I'm included in syncroterm tho
>>>
>>> Greg
>>>
>>> On Tue, Feb 28, 2023 at 11:55 AM Daniel L  wrote:
>>>
 Your board is on digitalman's list of syncronet bbs's so I already had
 it.

 I logged in and poked around. I was surprised you're not on any of the
 message echoes.

 D

 On 2/26/23 07:51, Gregory McGill wrote:

 The KEEP BBS online since 83
 I have a model t area
 Stephen recently logged in with mcomm
 Dialup and telnet
 Https://thekeep.net for details

 On Sun, Feb 26, 2023, 5:54 AM Jesse Lafleur 
 wrote:

> You can 100% accomplish this using an affordable PAP2T ATA connected
> to either a local asterisk (free PBX software) or remote asterisk server
> over ethernet.
> This can be run entirely virtualised - no special hardware other than
> either a "landline" or the pap2t. (ill get to rotary later..)
>
> The PAP2T and asterisk can provide ulaw to allow 300bps connections.
> Yes, running a local asterisk is far more stable than trying to connect to
> one remotely, but ive done it!
> I have a setup functioning to 4800 baud for faster modems as well.
>
> The rotary element will likely need a pulse to tone adapter, lots of
> options for that, I use a PBX and I also have a few purpose devices new 
> and
> old.
>
> You can easily have a BBS software or custom *NIX program to
> interface, and with the various termcap things in this group that have 
> been
> shared, you can get a viable connection.
>
> On Sun, Feb 26, 2023 at 8:41 AM grima...@gmail.com 
> wrote:
>
>> Hi Jesse,
>>
>> Do you happen to have any more details on your setup?
>>
>> I suppose in an ideal world, I’d like a setup that I can dial out
>> from my rotary phone, and a second line that I could dial in to a modem.
>>
>> How difficult does that sound? I tried to use MagicJack previously
>> but the compression codex they use doesn’t play well with data transfer.
>>
>> On Sun, Feb 26, 2023 at 8:11 AM Jesse Lafleur 
>> wrote:
>>
>>> I can provide bell 103 compatible 100% online dial-in access to
>>> linux servers/services using voip/asterisk/etc. I use my m100 to dial 
>>> into
>>> my local home pbx server, and ive even tried it over the web!
>>>
>>> On Sun, Feb 26, 2023 at 7:44 AM grima...@gmail.com <
>>> grima...@gmail.com> wrote:
>>>
 What are the odds that any of these BBSes would allow dialing in
 from a real phone line?

 There is a Commodore 64 BBS out there called BorderlineBBS that has
 a hybrid Telnet/Dial-Up interface.

 I managed to use the acoustic couplers to dial in once from the
 Model T, but ever since switching to VOIP I wasn’t able to get it to 
 work.

 I really always loved BBSing, so I would be in full support of
 using a Model T focused BBS.

 -George

 On Sun, Feb 26, 2023 at 7:30 AM Ben Strewens 
 wrote:

> On 2023-02-26 4:50 a.m., Daniel L wrote:
>
> I'm considering a specialized launch of a BBS catering to the
> modelT community. Any good boards out there already doing this that I 
> can
> peruse?
>
> Daniel
>
> I'm currently working on one that will support multiple systems,
> including the model 100. I'm aiming for going all the way down to the 
> Epson
> HX-20, but we'll see how that pans out. It won't be up and running 
> for a
> while yet. We're supposed to get a new ISP here this year. The one who
> bought out the company I was with closed all my ports and had no clue 
> how
> to re-open them, so my BBS got shut down. In the meantime, I figured 
> I'd
> work on one that caters to the vintage computer community. I still 
> have
> lots of work ahead of me.
>

Re: [M100] SOAP vs REST

[Jeff Gonzales]

I was really hoping someone would get the "stateless and out of cache" joke.

On Sun, Dec 25, 2022, 12:59 PM John R. Hogerhuis  wrote:

>
>
> On Sun, Dec 25, 2022, 6:51 AM Jeff Gonzales  wrote:
>
>> lol maybe I should write a follow-up.
>>
>>
> Protocol buffers FTW ;-)
>
> Horses for courses.
>
> -- John.
>

Re: [M100] SOAP vs REST

[Jeff Gonzales]

lol maybe I should write a follow-up.

On Sat, Dec 24, 2022, 8:46 PM Daryl Tester <
dt-m...@handcraftedcomputers.com.au> wrote:

> On 25/12/22 04:12, Jeff Gonzales wrote:
>
> > not m100 related but a bit of nostalgia I thought everyone would enjoy:
> >
> >
> https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/soap-vs-rest-wise-guys-view-jeffrey-gonzales-msc-cissp/
>
> Wot, no XMLRPC?
>

[M100] SOAP vs REST

[Jeff Gonzales]

not m100 related but a bit of nostalgia I thought everyone would enjoy:

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/soap-vs-rest-wise-guys-view-jeffrey-gonzales-msc-cissp/

Re: [M100] DETOKE100.exe

[Jeff Gonzales]

DETOKE100 sounds like a program to stop smoking marijuana. lol.

On Thu, Dec 22, 2022 at 3:51 PM John R. Hogerhuis  wrote:

> I wrote a 100/102 detokenizer last night because I needed one and couldn't
> find one. Probably I didn't look hard enough, I'm sure there are others!
>
> The emulators can do the job generally, but they would only pop an error
> and give up. DETOKE100 doesn't care, it just decodes :-)
>
> You can download from my personal library at Club100. I tested it on
> Windows and Linux.
>
>
> http://club100.org/memfiles/index.php?=0==John%20Hogerhuis/Utilities
>
> If you find a file it doesn't work on or you need a feature added, let me
> know.
>
> -- John.
>

Re: [M100] Pinenut Wifi / BLE

[Jeff Gonzales]

I have had success with the ArcaneBytes modem.

On Sat, Dec 17, 2022, 9:39 AM jonathan.y...@telia.com <
jonathan.y...@telia.com> wrote:

> Hello,
>
> I'm not sure that thing will hook up to a real RS-232.  I looked at the
> schematic and it talked about 3.3 v, which would not drive the RS-232
> lines.   Not sure how you would connect it. But maybe there is a level
> shifter in it.  I've found that a lot of things talk about RS 232 but it is
> things like 0 to 3.3 or 0 to 5 volts, and not even close to real RS 232.  I
> know the M100 doesn't actually get there either, but I know 0 to 5 volts
> doesn't make it on my M100.
>
> I had been looking at this device, in part for a Psion 5 MX but it also
> for my M100 as well.  A 'hat' stuck on top of a Raspberry Pi zero W, plus a
> power supply.  Admittedly most of the work would be done by the Pi (the
> tcp/ip stack etc.) but you could use a terminal program to access a little
> linux box.  It was self-contained, even with a battery!!  I still have to
> figure out where to buy that level-shifter (the SP3232EEP) but most hats
> I've looked at for the pi zero w don't have hardware handshaking.
>
> https://www.kianryan.co.uk/2022-11-28-psion-sidecar-ppp-modem-and-terminal/
>
> Admittedly, this is probably to big to fit in an M100 but I am pretty sure
> it would work.  Increase the size of the battery and power the M100 with
> it!!
>
> Jonathan
>
> Original Message
> From : hira...@hotmail.com
> Date : 2022-12-17 - 15:16 (CEST)
> To : m100@lists.bitchin100.com
> Subject : [M100] Pinenut Wifi / BLE
>
> I came across this tiny little board on the Pine64 site, and I wonder...
>
> PineNut Wifi/BLE board
> 
>
> this thing is about 1" by 2/3" (25 x 14mm), and as I understand it
> provides wifi and bluetooth, via serial (TTL or UART, I think).
>
>
> I think it could be mounted internally to the M100 (dunno about M102).
> Maybe a 200, too.
>
> IF one could connect it to the modem serial connection, one could then
> theoretically use it to connect via wifi/bluetooth, and switch to the
> external rs232 port, keeping its functionality, with a minimum of
> "destruction" to the M100.
>
>
> Or maybe, connect it to the barcode scanner, which, if possible for
> regular comms with the module, would leave you able to use the rs232 and
> the wifi at the same time.
>
>
> I'm interested in any opinions on this, because imo it could massively
> improve the functionality of the M100 (yes, I know the same essential thing
> is possible with some of the wifi-capable arduino boards, but all I've seen
> of them are much larger than this).
>
>
>
>
>

Re: [M100] Modems and the modern world

[Jeff Gonzales]

Funny, I was trying to plug a "square" credit card reader into my wife's
iPhone only to discover they don't come with audio jacks anymore.



On Fri, Oct 7, 2022 at 6:29 PM you got me  wrote:

> "plug into the headset jack of your cell phone"
>
> I'm amazed there are still phones that have an audio jack these days.
> --
> *From:* M100  on behalf of
> lloydel...@comcast.net 
> *Sent:* Friday, October 7, 2022 10:10 PM
> *To:* m...@bitchin100.com 
> *Subject:* Re: [M100] Modems and the modern world
>
>
> Love to give Texas credit, but I suspect it was because Xfinity “improved
> “ their box.   Oh well.The only reason I added the phone service was it
> saved me $40 over the entire bill to have three services (internet, cable
> and phone) and only cost $30 to add phone giving me a net savings of $10.
> I seldom use the phone except to answer when my wife calls from upstairs
> and I left my cell phone upstairs.   The old rotary dial phone has a nice
> loud mechanical ringer.
>
>
>
> Sorry about the off-topic post.  There have been some great discussions
> going on lately.   I don’t mean to distract from them.  I like them all.
>
>
>
> However, I doubt I will ever use the modem on the M100.   The NEC didn’t
> even bother with the modem.   Back in the day, I use to use a big old
> acoustical coupler modem with the NEC 8201 .   My rotary dial phone would
> fit one of those quite nicely had I retained the modem.
>
>
>
> A wild idea for a kluge might be to come up with some electronics that
> would plug into the headset jack of your cell phone and also your M100.
> Perhaps you could establish comm by dialing using the cell then let the
> M100 talk to whatever computer it was you dialed.   I’m thinking the
> electronics between the M100 and the cell phone would simply be signal
> leveling but more research would be needed.
>
>
>
> I’ll be quiet now.  
>
> Lloyd
>
>
>
> *From:* M100  *On Behalf Of *Jeff
> Gonzales
> *Sent:* Friday, October 7, 2022 4:10 PM
> *To:* m...@bitchin100.com
> *Subject:* Re: [M100] Modems and the modern world
>
>
>
> Texas does it better.  :)
>
>
>
> On Fri, Oct 7, 2022 at 2:54 PM  wrote:
>
> Although the phone companies support pulse dialing, not all internet
> modems do if you are doing voice over IP.
>
>
>
> I have an old rotary dial telephone I acquired a while back from eBay.
> It worked fine when I lived in Texas but when we moved to Illinois, I
> discovered the new Xfinity box we got would no longer support rotary
> (pulse) dialing.   If I recall, the Xfinity box I had in Texas did work
> just fine.
>
>
>
> Lloyd
>
>
>
> *From:* M100  *On Behalf Of *Peter
> Vollan
> *Sent:* Friday, October 7, 2022 1:40 PM
> *To:* m...@bitchin100.com
> *Subject:* Re: [M100] Modems and the modern world
>
>
>
> Here in the USA, phone companies are required to continue to support pulse
> dialing.
>
>
>
> On Fri, 7 Oct 2022 at 08:05, Cedric Amand  wrote:
>
> Hey I'm not alone :)
>
>
>
> I'm also a fan of telecom and I made the built in modem of my m102 (300
> bauds as you said) work
>
>
>
> What I can suggest if you would like to experiment a lot with vintage
> modems ;  is getting a home PABX (a phone exchange), or a small business
> PABX (even an isdn pabx works) You can find those for anywhere between 20
> and 100 dollars/euros on ebay because nobody needs them anymore, like a 4
> lines pabx.
>
>
>
> This allows you to have your own PSTN network for your experiments (if
> you're into that kind of thing that is)
>
>
>
> I made "calls" between my Model 102 and a USR56K modem with no issue.
>
> You also need a cable. That cable is so vintage that you actually have to
> pickup the phone to make it dial.
>
>
>
> Beware that the M100 and M102 do not support DTMF dialing, only pulse, and
> nowadays it's probably impossible to make a call with pulse. You can
> however dial the number yourself (with the above cable) - or, again, use a
> PABX that supports both DTMF and PULSE.
>
> From my own experience, at least over here in europe, it's impossible to
> make proper modem calls on land line like they worked back in the day, for
> gow knows what reason the quality of the line makes it impossible to
> negociate anything above 14,4k. I guess they filter more or the signal is
> so digital that it doesn't behave in the proper way an analog modem expects.
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> Le 2022-10-06 20:27, Will Senn  a écrit :
>
> As you may have noticed, I'm putting my m100 through its paces and
> enjoying the process of treading down memory lan

Re: [M100] Modems and the modern world

[Jeff Gonzales]

Texas does it better.  :)

On Fri, Oct 7, 2022 at 2:54 PM  wrote:

> Although the phone companies support pulse dialing, not all internet
> modems do if you are doing voice over IP.
>
>
>
> I have an old rotary dial telephone I acquired a while back from eBay.
> It worked fine when I lived in Texas but when we moved to Illinois, I
> discovered the new Xfinity box we got would no longer support rotary
> (pulse) dialing.   If I recall, the Xfinity box I had in Texas did work
> just fine.
>
>
>
> Lloyd
>
>
>
> *From:* M100  *On Behalf Of *Peter
> Vollan
> *Sent:* Friday, October 7, 2022 1:40 PM
> *To:* m...@bitchin100.com
> *Subject:* Re: [M100] Modems and the modern world
>
>
>
> Here in the USA, phone companies are required to continue to support pulse
> dialing.
>
>
>
> On Fri, 7 Oct 2022 at 08:05, Cedric Amand  wrote:
>
> Hey I'm not alone :)
>
>
>
> I'm also a fan of telecom and I made the built in modem of my m102 (300
> bauds as you said) work
>
>
>
> What I can suggest if you would like to experiment a lot with vintage
> modems ;  is getting a home PABX (a phone exchange), or a small business
> PABX (even an isdn pabx works) You can find those for anywhere between 20
> and 100 dollars/euros on ebay because nobody needs them anymore, like a 4
> lines pabx.
>
>
>
> This allows you to have your own PSTN network for your experiments (if
> you're into that kind of thing that is)
>
>
>
> I made "calls" between my Model 102 and a USR56K modem with no issue.
>
> You also need a cable. That cable is so vintage that you actually have to
> pickup the phone to make it dial.
>
>
>
> Beware that the M100 and M102 do not support DTMF dialing, only pulse, and
> nowadays it's probably impossible to make a call with pulse. You can
> however dial the number yourself (with the above cable) - or, again, use a
> PABX that supports both DTMF and PULSE.
>
> From my own experience, at least over here in europe, it's impossible to
> make proper modem calls on land line like they worked back in the day, for
> gow knows what reason the quality of the line makes it impossible to
> negociate anything above 14,4k. I guess they filter more or the signal is
> so digital that it doesn't behave in the proper way an analog modem expects.
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> Le 2022-10-06 20:27, Will Senn  a écrit :
>
> As you may have noticed, I'm putting my m100 through its paces and
> enjoying the process of treading down memory lane. Last night I finished
> coding up my banner program using the M100 font. Now I just need a printer
> (or retroprinter emulator) to try it out on... in the meantime, I'm
> catching up on remote communications. If I understand correctly, the m100
> has a built in 300 baud modem. Am I understanding this correctly?
>
>
>
> If so, in this oh so modern era, how does one go about exercising it? I
> don't currently have a land line, so does it work with an iphone? (never
> saw that coming... can I connect 300 baud over iphone, hilarious, but there
> you have it). Are there BBSes still in operation?
>
>
>
> Later,
>
>
>
> Will
>
>

Re: [M100] Another slabtop? Or pc screen extension?

[Jeff Gonzales]

I mentioned Apple 1 because it actually had a wooden case.


On Fri, Aug 19, 2022, 6:18 PM John R. Hogerhuis  wrote:

>
>
> On Fri, Aug 19, 2022, 3:13 PM Jeff Gonzales  wrote:
>
>> You could remake the Apple I! lol
>>
>>
> Ah... maybe make a new case for my Coco 1.
>
> Only used Apples at elementary school...Logo and Oregon Trail.
>
> -- John.
>
>>

Re: [M100] Another slabtop? Or pc screen extension?

[Jeff Gonzales]

Anyone try the red and white Raspberry PI PC?

On Fri, Aug 19, 2022, 5:26 PM John R. Hogerhuis  wrote:

> What was wrong with it? I watched a YouTube review, the guy thought the
> build quality was great but that it needed dedicated software (presumably
> on the desktop side).
>
> -- John.
>
> On Fri, Aug 19, 2022, 1:17 PM Alastair Wiggins 
> wrote:
>
>> Hi,
>>
>> I bought one from Amazon. It wasn't cheap and the quality was awful.
>>
>> Returned to Amazon for a full refund!
>>
>> Alastair
>>
>>
>>>
>>> -- Forwarded message --
>>> From: "John R. Hogerhuis" 
>>> To: m...@bitchin100.com
>>> Cc:
>>> Bcc:
>>> Date: Thu, 18 Aug 2022 13:16:48 -0700
>>> Subject: [M100] Another slabtop? Or pc screen extension?
>>> Ain't that pretty?
>>>
>>>
>>> https://gagadget.com/en/156042-ficihip-mechanical-keyboard-has-an-integrated-126-inch-touchscreen-display/
>>>
>>> Not sure what it can actually do.
>>>
>>> -- John.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>

Re: [M100] Another slabtop? Or pc screen extension?

[Jeff Gonzales]

You could remake the Apple I! lol

On Fri, Aug 19, 2022, 6:11 PM John R. Hogerhuis  wrote:

> Hey I've been getting into woodworking lately, taking classes at a local
> community college. Your take on a wood slabtop would be interesting to me!
>
> -- John.
>

Re: [M100] Another slabtop? Or pc screen extension?

[Jeff Gonzales]

Bummer.  Could have been promising.  Kinda tired of everyone trying to
recycle the term "cyberdeck" from the 80s.  I bet most folks doing that
today don't even know who William Gibson is...

On Fri, Aug 19, 2022 at 4:25 PM Jesse Lafleur  wrote:

> I appreciate the review. I saw this on kickstarter shortly after my own
> and wondered if they were doing a crappy job, now I know!
>
> On Fri., Aug. 19, 2022, 4:17 p.m. Alastair Wiggins, 
> wrote:
>
>> Hi,
>>
>> I bought one from Amazon. It wasn't cheap and the quality was awful.
>>
>> Returned to Amazon for a full refund!
>>
>> Alastair
>>
>>
>>>
>>> -- Forwarded message --
>>> From: "John R. Hogerhuis" 
>>> To: m...@bitchin100.com
>>> Cc:
>>> Bcc:
>>> Date: Thu, 18 Aug 2022 13:16:48 -0700
>>> Subject: [M100] Another slabtop? Or pc screen extension?
>>> Ain't that pretty?
>>>
>>>
>>> https://gagadget.com/en/156042-ficihip-mechanical-keyboard-has-an-integrated-126-inch-touchscreen-display/
>>>
>>> Not sure what it can actually do.
>>>
>>> -- John.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>

Re: [M100] Another slabtop? Or pc screen extension?

[Jeff Gonzales]

ready100 is website not working it says:Error establishing a database
connection

On Thu, Aug 18, 2022 at 8:46 PM Jesse Lafleur  wrote:

> I still like mine more ;)
> HTTPS://ready100.com
>
> On Thu., Aug. 18, 2022, 5:02 p.m. Ken Pettit,  wrote:
>
>> I don't see any teardown videos for it, though from the side view, it
>> *appears* to have possibility for space.  Though with 5V at 1A current
>> draw, it would definately drain some batteries!  :-)
>>
>> Ken
>>
>> On 8/18/22 1:52 PM, John R. Hogerhuis wrote:
>> > Yeah you're probably right it's purpose built... though I wonder if
>> > there's any space in there. I mean a raspberry pi as the computer
>> > would presumably work.
>>
>>

Re: [M100] Photo from ARRL handbook or QST article for Model 100 packet radio

[Jeff Gonzales]

I have a few TNCs laying around that I have never tried.  What else would I
need for packet radio with my m100?  I have a few handheld radios, too.

On Fri, May 6, 2022 at 1:11 AM Douglas Quagliana 
wrote:

> I'm looking for a photo which was probably published in the ARRL handbook
> or perhaps in an issue of QST showing a Model 100 being used with a TNC for
> (I think) Field Day packet radio.  There might also have been a large solar
> panel.
> This was probably in the mid-to-late 1980s.
>
> Does anyone know what year's ARRL Handbook or what issue of QST this might
> have been published in?
>
> Thanks,
> Douglas
>
>

Re: [M100] is the list actually working?

[Jeff Gonzales]

yes

On Tue, May 3, 2022, 8:53 PM Peter Vollan  wrote:

> I'd appreciate if someone could respond to my messages just so I know they
> got through. I have posted about the weird error I am getting with Kurt
> McCullum's Mcomm twice without a peep, and I don't want to bore people to
> death if they have already seen it.
>
> On Tue, 3 May 2022 at 11:03, Gregory McGill 
> wrote:
>
>> A good way to tell is the discord email list channel, it has 99% of the
>> messages except the ones that exceed 2000 characters.. those are skipped
>> due to limitations on the importer
>> Greg
>>
>

Re: [M100] Model 100 battery cover

[Jeff Gonzales]

how much?  do you have any "reset" buttons as well?

On Thu, Aug 19, 2021 at 12:49 PM Ken Pettit  wrote:

> I have a whole stack of original M100 battery covers down in the garage
> somewhere.  Give me until the weekend to dig through my stuff (the garage
> has turned into my storage / junk location) and find them.
>
> Ken
>
> On 8/19/21 9:42 AM, Robert J. Hutchins wrote:
>
> This is a link to the one I purchased. The plastic is rather weak and
> crumbly.
>
> https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:955567
>
>
>
> *From:* M100 [mailto:m100-boun...@lists.bitchin100.com
> ] *On Behalf Of *Jesse Lafleur
> *Sent:* Wednesday, August 18, 2021 9:13 PM
> *To:* m...@bitchin100.com
> *Subject:* Re: [M100] Model 100 battery cover
>
>
>
> Was it resin printer or filament printed? Any pics? any links from where
> you bought it?
>
> I'm positive one that could survive many many openings could be made with
> the right technique.
>
>
>
> On Wed, Aug 18, 2021 at 10:20 PM Robert J. Hutchins <
> robert.hutch...@cox.net> wrote:
>
>
>

Re: [M100] Backpack drive quick start

[Jeff Gonzales]

Righteous!

On Thu, Jul 8, 2021 at 9:11 AM Jeffrey Birt  wrote:

> Hi all,
>
>
>
> Here is the promised Quick Start video for the Backpack drive. They have
> all been spoken for at this point but if you are interested in one let me
> know so we can get an idea of how many to have made up on the production
> line.
>
>
>
> This video is intended as a ‘quick start’ of sorts, to get you up and
> running quickly. More videos will be coming where we will dig into advanced
> features.
>
>
>
> https://youtu.be/3es0NLJmd2c
>
>
>
> Jeff Birt (Hey Birt!)
>

Re: [M100] Must-have ROMs

[Jeff Gonzales]

What gear do you need to burn your own ROMs?  I didn't even think the chips
would still be available in the 21st century.

On Thu, Jul 8, 2021 at 9:14 AM Justin Poirier  wrote:

> I’ve been using my M102 (and later as $$$ allowed, M200s) since the early
> ‘90s, but have just gotten into burning my own ROMs for the ROM slot, now
> that I’m in a position to fabricate the carrier boards. I’ve found a
> half-dozen ROM images (separate images for both the 100/102 and the 200),
> but no real descriptions of what I should be looking into. TS-DOS is a
> must-have since I have a disk drive, and that works great, but Sardine,
> Random, etc all look like they need additional “support” ROMs, or extra
> hardware, or are application-specific in a direction unknown to me. Are
> there other ROM images that most people find useful, or are part of the
> “must-have” collection? Where do I find them, if they exist?
>
> I realize I’ve just asked a question like “what is the best brand of motor
> oil” on a car-enthusiasts forum, but if anyone could throw me a bone and
> get me pointed in a good direction, I’m pretty good at finding the rest of
> the details myself.
>
> Thanks a lot!
>
> —Justin

Re: [M100] Must-have ROMs

[Jeff Gonzales]

Ray-O-Lube.

On Thu, Jul 8, 2021 at 9:14 AM Justin Poirier  wrote:

> I’ve been using my M102 (and later as $$$ allowed, M200s) since the early
> ‘90s, but have just gotten into burning my own ROMs for the ROM slot, now
> that I’m in a position to fabricate the carrier boards. I’ve found a
> half-dozen ROM images (separate images for both the 100/102 and the 200),
> but no real descriptions of what I should be looking into. TS-DOS is a
> must-have since I have a disk drive, and that works great, but Sardine,
> Random, etc all look like they need additional “support” ROMs, or extra
> hardware, or are application-specific in a direction unknown to me. Are
> there other ROM images that most people find useful, or are part of the
> “must-have” collection? Where do I find them, if they exist?
>
> I realize I’ve just asked a question like “what is the best brand of motor
> oil” on a car-enthusiasts forum, but if anyone could throw me a bone and
> get me pointed in a good direction, I’m pretty good at finding the rest of
> the details myself.
>
> Thanks a lot!
>
> —Justin

Re: [M100] 3D printable Option Rom cover for Tandy 102

[Jeff Gonzales]

How about a battery cover and hardcase?

On Sat, Jul 3, 2021, 4:22 PM Scott Lawrence  wrote:

> Hi all. I just got fed up with my lack of any option rom covers for my
> Tandy 102s, so I created one in tinkercad, and made it available on
> thingiverse.
>
> https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4899941
>
> Enjoy!
>
> -s
>
> --
> Scott Lawrence
> yor...@gmail.com
>

Re: [M100] Question on group etiquette

[Jeff Gonzales]

lol. I tried attaching an image recently but the mail server blocked it.

On Fri, May 7, 2021, 4:29 AM Tom Wilson  wrote:

> Just a tip... if you're going to post large images (actually, that's very
> helpful in some cases), use a service like Imgur.
>
> Go to Imgur.com and
>
>1. click "new post"
>2. upload the image
>3. You'll get a page with the uploaded picture, some tools on the
>right, and so on...
>4. copy the URL and paste it into a message.
>
> Then you can make images as big as you want, without people complaining
> about the file size - or John's hard drive filling up with huge images. :)
>
>
>
>
>
> Tom Wilson
> wilso...@gmail.com
> (619)940-6311
>
>
>
> On Thu, May 6, 2021 at 11:39 PM John R. Hogerhuis 
> wrote:
>
>> Hello Jerry,
>>
>> Since you asked...
>>
>> Vintage laptop computing with the Model T and similar laptops is the
>> focus. Discussions veer off it's usually ok. But just keep in mind people
>> get turned off if it gets too off topic and noisy for too long.
>>
>> No swearing, no overtly political or religious or anti-religion stuff,
>> excessive or persistent negativity towards other list members,
>> pot-stirring, flame wars, long metadiscussions about the rules (they happen
>> but keep them short), off-topic threads that go to long, overposting of
>> ebay links. The occasional link of a rare item is fine but we all know what
>> ebay is and where to find it.
>>
>> That kind of thing
>>
>> Image attachments are OK, but we limit the size for rural folks on lower
>> bandwidth connections.
>> If it fits under the limit, it's fine, but links always work.
>>
>> For all, if I warn you about etiquette please just take it as that as a
>> warning there is not nor will there every be a complete list of rules
>> anywhere... we play it by ear. But following a warning if the problem
>> persists, next is me setting the moderation bit. I don't like to do it,
>> it's more work for me, but when things get ugly on the list I see the
>> "Unsubscribes" start coming and that's not good. So I try to shut it down
>> quickly.
>>
>> I've only ever banned anyone once in... I came to the list in like 2004?
>> And I've been moderating for 10 years or so? Something like that. Holy moly.
>>
>> The bottom line is trying to keep a pleasant, on-topic haven for you and
>> your fellow hobbyists. No flame wars, just friends supporting each other
>> and enjoying each other's company.
>>
>> Often, we succeed.
>>
>> -= Model Ts Forever =-
>>
>> -- John.
>>
>

Re: [M100] Packet radio like it's 1987

[Jeff Gonzales]

Alex,

Can you help me with a similar setup?  I think I found a TNC like yours in
the garage.  Where do I get a cable for the radio?  What radio are you
using?  Can I use a cheap Baofeng for this or do I need an HF radio?

Thanks,
Jeff

On Wed, Apr 14, 2021 at 11:54 AM Alex ...  wrote:

> Figure this would be a fun one to share with the [M100] list. :)
>
> I recently bought a big box of random ham radio packet gear which included
> a bunch of old TNC modems and assorted cables. Unfortunately, it turns out
> the quad serial port card in my desktop PC is dead.
>
> Enter the Tandy 102 to the rescue! I was able to test all 4 of the TNCs on
> the air and sent a test email from the T through a local Winlink RMS node.
>
> This whole exercise got me wondering if the built-in Bell 103 modem could
> be adapted for HF packet radio use. Has anybody tried that yet?
>
> Pictured in the attached photo is the Tandy 102 hooked to a MFJ 1274
> modem, monitoring Network 105 traffic on 7104khz.
>
> -Alex
>

Re: [M100] need help with ArcaneByte modem

[Jeff Gonzales]

Yes, but I will try it again at 600 baud of that is the max TELCOM can do
with the screen.

On Mon, Apr 26, 2021, 2:46 PM Alex ...  wrote:

> Is it enabled on both sides? On the modem itself and make sure the last
> letter of the STAT string in TELCOM is "E" and not "D"
>
> On Mon, Apr 26, 2021 at 8:27 AM Jeff Gonzales 
> wrote:
>
>> I have XON/XOFF set but it is still getting garbled.
>>
>> On Sat, Apr 24, 2021 at 5:25 AM Alex ... 
>> wrote:
>>
>>> Definitely flow control. My 1200 baud Kantronics KPC-3 does the same
>>> thing in TELCOM if flow control isn't on.
>>>
>>> On Fri, Apr 23, 2021, 22:08 Jeff Gonzales  wrote:
>>>
>>>> Hi,
>>>>
>>>> I just got myself an ArcaneByte modem.  I connected to the fozztexx BBS
>>>> and posted a message!  Not quite as exciting as my first post when I was 9
>>>> years old but it was cool getting it set up.
>>>>
>>>> The problem is that I can't get the m100 to run at 1200 baud.  It skips
>>>> text and displays garbage sometimes.  I slowed the modem down to 300 baud
>>>> and it works fine.  Shouldn't it be able to go faster?  I thought the
>>>> serial port was much faster than the internal modem.  It's okay, but I
>>>> think 1200 baud would be better.
>>>>
>>>> Thanks,
>>>> Jeff
>>>>
>>>
>
> --
> Disclaimer: Any resemblance between the above views and those of my
> employer, my terminal, or the view out my window are purely coincidental.
> Any resemblance between the above and my own views is non-deterministic.
> The question of the existence of views in the absence of anyone to hold
> them is left as an exercise for the reader.
> The question of the existence of the reader is left as an exercise for the
> second god coefficient.  (A discussion of non-orthogonal, non-integral
> polytheism is beyond the scope of this article.) Thanks /usr/games/fortune
>

Re: [M100] need help with ArcaneByte modem

[Jeff Gonzales]

I am using Arcanbyte which ties in to my Wi-Fi so no copper.  I did change
both sides to XON/XOFF but I haven't tried 600 baud yet.

On Mon, Apr 26, 2021, 6:46 PM Mike Stein  wrote:

> Are you using a 'real' copper POTS telephone line?
>
> On Mon, Apr 26, 2021 at 3:06 PM Alex ...  wrote:
>
>> Is it enabled on both sides? On the modem itself and make sure the last
>> letter of the STAT string in TELCOM is "E" and not "D"
>>
>> On Mon, Apr 26, 2021 at 8:27 AM Jeff Gonzales 
>> wrote:
>>
>>> I have XON/XOFF set but it is still getting garbled.
>>>
>>> On Sat, Apr 24, 2021 at 5:25 AM Alex ... 
>>> wrote:
>>>
>>>> Definitely flow control. My 1200 baud Kantronics KPC-3 does the same
>>>> thing in TELCOM if flow control isn't on.
>>>>
>>>> On Fri, Apr 23, 2021, 22:08 Jeff Gonzales 
>>>> wrote:
>>>>
>>>>> Hi,
>>>>>
>>>>> I just got myself an ArcaneByte modem.  I connected to the
>>>>> fozztexx BBS and posted a message!  Not quite as exciting as my first post
>>>>> when I was 9 years old but it was cool getting it set up.
>>>>>
>>>>> The problem is that I can't get the m100 to run at 1200 baud.  It
>>>>> skips text and displays garbage sometimes.  I slowed the modem down to 300
>>>>> baud and it works fine.  Shouldn't it be able to go faster?  I thought the
>>>>> serial port was much faster than the internal modem.  It's okay, but I
>>>>> think 1200 baud would be better.
>>>>>
>>>>> Thanks,
>>>>> Jeff
>>>>>
>>>>
>>
>> --
>> Disclaimer: Any resemblance between the above views and those of my
>> employer, my terminal, or the view out my window are purely coincidental.
>> Any resemblance between the above and my own views is non-deterministic.
>> The question of the existence of views in the absence of anyone to hold
>> them is left as an exercise for the reader.
>> The question of the existence of the reader is left as an exercise for
>> the second god coefficient.  (A discussion of non-orthogonal, non-integral
>> polytheism is beyond the scope of this article.) Thanks /usr/games/fortune
>>
>

Re: [M100] need help with ArcaneByte modem

[Jeff Gonzales]

I have XON/XOFF set but it is still getting garbled.

On Sat, Apr 24, 2021 at 5:25 AM Alex ...  wrote:

> Definitely flow control. My 1200 baud Kantronics KPC-3 does the same thing
> in TELCOM if flow control isn't on.
>
> On Fri, Apr 23, 2021, 22:08 Jeff Gonzales  wrote:
>
>> Hi,
>>
>> I just got myself an ArcaneByte modem.  I connected to the fozztexx BBS
>> and posted a message!  Not quite as exciting as my first post when I was 9
>> years old but it was cool getting it set up.
>>
>> The problem is that I can't get the m100 to run at 1200 baud.  It skips
>> text and displays garbage sometimes.  I slowed the modem down to 300 baud
>> and it works fine.  Shouldn't it be able to go faster?  I thought the
>> serial port was much faster than the internal modem.  It's okay, but I
>> think 1200 baud would be better.
>>
>> Thanks,
>> Jeff
>>
>

[M100] need help with ArcaneByte modem

[Jeff Gonzales]

Hi,

I just got myself an ArcaneByte modem.  I connected to the fozztexx BBS and
posted a message!  Not quite as exciting as my first post when I was 9
years old but it was cool getting it set up.

The problem is that I can't get the m100 to run at 1200 baud.  It skips
text and displays garbage sometimes.  I slowed the modem down to 300 baud
and it works fine.  Shouldn't it be able to go faster?  I thought the
serial port was much faster than the internal modem.  It's okay, but I
think 1200 baud would be better.

Thanks,
Jeff

Re: [M100] Packet radio like it's 1987

[Jeff Gonzales]

All of what you guys are doing is really rad!  I bought a bunch of old
packet stuff a few years back hoping to connect it up with my m100.  Never
got around to it.  It would be great to get some guidance on that.

On Sun, Apr 18, 2021 at 9:35 AM Brad Grier  wrote:

> Re: 8201a docs etc -- this is a helpful site. Not sure if it has
> exactly what you're looking for.
>
> https://www.web8201.net/default.asp?content=tech.asp
>
> --Brad
>
> On Sat, Apr 17, 2021 at 6:19 PM Douglas Quagliana 
> wrote:
>
>> >How much of the 8085's time will be left to do anything useful at all
>> with the data with it essentially bit-banging the waveforms like that?
>>
>> Probably not much CPU time will be left while receiving.  But packet
>> radio is half-duplex on HF and VHF.  If you are connecting to a packet
>> radio BBS or having a keyboard to keyboard chat with another human, there
>> isn't much that the CPU needs to do except display the received data and
>> look for keys being pressed on the keyboard.
>>
>> > With the modem and UART hardware doing the hard layer 1 work, the CPU
>> should have plenty of cycles to spare to deal with the bit stuffing,
>> encoding, CRC checks, AX25 packet structure, etc.
>>
>> Can the Model 100's modem/UART hardware be configured to just demodulate
>> bits synchronously?  The way the modem/UART would be used over the phone
>> lines would be asynchronously (the "A" in "UART"), where every 7 (or 8)
>> data bits are placed in between a start bit and a stop bit, and maybe with
>> a parity bit at the end of the character being sent.  "8N1" is really a
>> start bit, eight data bits, no parity bit and one stop bit. These ten bits
>> for a character are sent, then there could be a pause for a small fraction
>> of a second and then the start bit for the next character is sent.  That's
>> "asynchronous" serial.
>>
>> However, AX.25 packet radio doesn't work that way.  It's synchronous.
>> AX.25 uses an HDLC flag byte (0x7E) as a "start of data frame" indicator
>> and then a continuous stream of bits (all the data bits for the whole
>> packet one after another) with zero bits stuffed in after five contiguous
>> one bits and then another HDLC flag for the end of the packet.  In AX.25
>> there are no start bits, no stop bits and no parity bits.  If there is a
>> way to tell the Model 100's modem/UART "Hey just send me straight bits for
>> what you see, synchronously, not asynchronously" then maybe we can receive
>> 300 baud AX.25 packet radio but if the UART is expecting start/stop/parity
>> bits, then the modem/UART won't be able to receive 300 baud AX.25 packet on
>> HF.
>>
>> You could still use the internal modem/UART to send/receive ASCII Bell
>> 103, start/data/stop/parity, but I don't know if anyone still uses that on
>> HF anymore. Probably, I just don't know. W1AW used to send ASCII bulletins,
>> but they replaced ASCII and AMTOR with PSK31 and MFSK16 back in 2009.  If
>> you go this route, I would just adjust RIT and XIT on the radio so that the
>> tones are what the modem expects for ORIG and ANSWER so that you don't need
>> to make hardware mods to the M100.
>>
>> On the other hand, the cassette port data is similar to AX.25 packet in
>> that there is a sync/header byte and there (usually) aren't
>> start/stop/parity bits, just straight bits. (Some NECs write two stop bits
>> after the data byte.) The challenge is that the cassette port/RIM
>> instruction only gives you "signal is above zero" or "signal is below zero"
>> so all you can get is above/below and the timing information on the zero
>> crossings of the waveforms. It's not really an analog-to-digital converter
>> except for that one bit. See Figure 3-9 "Demodulation Circuit of Cassette
>> Interface" on page 17 of the Model 100 Technical Reference Manual.  But,
>> the nice part about this small circuit is that it doesn't care much what
>> the baud rate or the frequencies of the signals are.  It just takes an
>> analog input waveform and outputs a square waveform to the CPU pin.  All of
>> the cassette reading and writing is done in software in the ROM routines.
>> The cassette "format" that the M100 uses of 1500 baud with a mark of 2400Hz
>> and space of 1200Hz is entirely implemented in software timing routings
>> independent of any hardware. The challenge for receiving packet radio is to
>> rewrite the cassette ROM routines to change the baud rate to 1200 and the
>> mark to 2200Hz.  This would have to be done in 8085 assembly as BASIC just
>> isn't fast enough. Note that some other laptops similar to the Model100
>> like the NEC PC-8201A/PC-8300 already use a different baud rate for
>> cassette I/O. (The NEC laptops use 600 baud if I recall correctly.)  "It's
>> only software."
>>
>> Ok...I'll be going back to looking at zero crossing demodulators
>>
>> Does anybody have a ROM disassembly for the NEC PC-8201A/PC-8300 ?  I'd
>> like to see how they do the timing for their 600 baud cassette format.
>>
>> Regards,
>> Douglas
>> 

[M100] m100 going prices

[Jeff Gonzales]

What are the going prices for m100s these days?  I wanna make sure I bid
correctly on eBay.  Thanks.

Re: [M100] RS232 Wifi Modem

[Jeff Gonzales]

Thanks.  Someone much more motivated than me should make a 3-D printer
design for a housing.

On Tue, Feb 23, 2021 at 6:57 PM Brian K. White  wrote:

> On 2/23/21 5:34 PM, Jeff Gonzales wrote:
> > Can someone send me a link to buy the 45-degree serial port adapter?
>
> If you mean this one:
> https://github.com/bkw777/WiModem_to_100
>
> It's a design not a product.
> There are only links to the parts, which you have to build.
>
> The design is open source though so if anyone wants to produce them for
> sale, they may. Or maybe someone here will make one as an one-off favor
> or something.
>
> All in all, it's neat but it's not really crucial. After using the
> WiModem232 for a while, I decided the oled screen serves no purpose. You
> get all the same info from the terminal over the serial line, and it
> just draws power and adds cost. Without the screen, it doesn't really
> matter which direction the unit faces, up or down. Even the status led
> doesn't matter. It's bright enough to light up a whole area of the
> table, but in fact I always disable the led with an AT command just
> because it's super bright even on the dimmest setting, and saves a bit
> more power.
>
> If I got another wimodem today, I'd get the one without the oled screen,
> which will reduce the power drain and be a little less expensive as a
> bonus. If you can deal with the minor annoyance of how it sticks
> straight out the back, you only need a standard mini gender-changer for
> correct wiring to a M100. Not null-modem!
>
> https://duckduckgo.com/?q=db25+mini+gender+changer+male=web
>
> --
> bkw
>

Re: [M100] RS232 Wifi Modem

[Jeff Gonzales]

Can someone send me a link to buy the 45-degree serial port adapter?

On Tue, Feb 23, 2021 at 5:30 PM AvantGuard Systems <
cavaug...@avantguardsystems.com> wrote:

> Finally figured out the right hookup and the right telcom start-up params.
> All is good!
> Now what are some BBS's that fit on the screen? Tried some that I've used
> in the past on the KayPro, but whew. insane.
>
>  Curtis Vaughan  |  Computer Consultant
>AvantGuard Computer and Security Systems
>Phone: (206) 423-6979 ▪ Web: www.avantguardsystems.com
>
>
> On Tue, Feb 23, 2021 at 1:25 PM AvantGuard Systems <
> cavaug...@avantguardsystems.com> wrote:
>
>> Really need to start saving my searches... anyhow, I know I somewhere saw
>> information about using a wifi modem on the RS232 jack for network access.
>> I have a wifi RS232 modem for my KayPro so I thought I'd try it on the
>> M100. Any ideas about how to go about sending the right dial code (I assume
>> from the address book) to maybe make it work? Or am I just going about this
>> all wrong
>>
>>  Curtis
>>
>

Re: [M100] Serial-to-WiFi Converters and Rechargeable Batteries

[Jeff Gonzales]

How do you get the built-in terminal program to work with FTP?  Ascii mode?

Also, where do I find the 45-degree "elbow" serial adapter?

On Sun, Feb 21, 2021 at 4:14 PM Steve Baker  wrote:

> Hiya Jeff,
>
> I use the Terminal program in my Tandy 102… once I set the Stat correctly
> (baud rate, etc.) and then hit F4 for Term, then I’m connected to the
> gadget and the gadget is connected to the Internet.
>
> From there, I simply type:  atdt URL:port  to connect to whatever you want
> to hit (for me, mostly FTP and Telnet sites, recreating the BBS glory days
> of the 80s and early 90s). Pretty fun and easy.
>
> Earlier today I made a quick video that might show a little bit of what
> you’re asking about. Again, nothing new on the Model T, just use the stock
> Terminal program; the RS232 modem does the work.
>
> https://youtu.be/m_IKzoesVG4
>
> Hope this helps, thanks!
> SB
>
>
> --
> Greetings from Steve Baker
> “Gravity brings me down…”
>
>
>
> On Feb 21, 2021, at 4:02 PM, Jeff Gonzales  wrote:
>
> So would you still use the built-in terminal or is there an actual telnet
> client available for the m100 now?
>
> On Sun, Feb 21, 2021 at 1:58 PM Brian K. White 
> wrote:
>
>> On 2/20/21 5:22 PM, Jeff Gonzales wrote:
>> > How do you connect to remote BBS' with this?  I have only done it with
>> > telnet on a computer.  How do AT commands work on wifi?  Does the
>> > device have a SIM card and, of so, are the remote BBS' still using
>> > modems??
>>
>> The remote side is a telnet server running bbs software. You can telnet
>> to it using any telnet client.
>>
>> On the client side, the device connects to wifi, not the cell network,
>> so no sim card.
>>
>> And the device is essentially a telnet client, meaning the device does
>> the tcp/ip and the telnet protocol with the telnet server, just like how
>> a regular modem does all the v.42bis handshaking and error correction
>> and compression with the other modem.
>>
>> You control the device with AT commands, both to get connected to wifi
>> and to "dial" some telnet server.
>>
>> How exactly the AT commands work is what the manual is for. You just use
>> them the same as with any other modem. There's commands to list all wifi
>> networks in the area, supply a password to join a network, set static IP
>> settings or dhcp, even to control the led. The ATDT command accepts an
>> ip or hostname and tcp port number like "hostname:port" instead of a
>> phone number.
>> https://www.cbmstuff.com/downloads/wimodem/wimodem232_manual.pdf
>>
>> Every modem ever made had it's own special AT commands for various
>> functions. This is no different.
>>
>> --
>> bkw
>>
>>
>

Re: [M100] AT Command set

[Jeff Gonzales]

lol.

On Sun, Feb 21, 2021 at 3:36 PM John R. Hogerhuis  wrote:

> "In this instance, I thought I'd mention that I was present when the 'AT'
> command set was initially created. "
>
> Cool, John! Wikipedia agrees with you on the approximate year... 1981.
>
> At Hayes?
>
> -- John.
>

Re: [M100] Serial-to-WiFi Converters and Rechargeable Batteries

[Jeff Gonzales]

So would you still use the built-in terminal or is there an actual telnet
client available for the m100 now?

On Sun, Feb 21, 2021 at 1:58 PM Brian K. White  wrote:

> On 2/20/21 5:22 PM, Jeff Gonzales wrote:
> > How do you connect to remote BBS' with this?  I have only done it with
> > telnet on a computer.  How do AT commands work on wifi?  Does the
> > device have a SIM card and, of so, are the remote BBS' still using
> > modems??
>
> The remote side is a telnet server running bbs software. You can telnet
> to it using any telnet client.
>
> On the client side, the device connects to wifi, not the cell network,
> so no sim card.
>
> And the device is essentially a telnet client, meaning the device does
> the tcp/ip and the telnet protocol with the telnet server, just like how
> a regular modem does all the v.42bis handshaking and error correction
> and compression with the other modem.
>
> You control the device with AT commands, both to get connected to wifi
> and to "dial" some telnet server.
>
> How exactly the AT commands work is what the manual is for. You just use
> them the same as with any other modem. There's commands to list all wifi
> networks in the area, supply a password to join a network, set static IP
> settings or dhcp, even to control the led. The ATDT command accepts an
> ip or hostname and tcp port number like "hostname:port" instead of a
> phone number.
> https://www.cbmstuff.com/downloads/wimodem/wimodem232_manual.pdf
>
> Every modem ever made had it's own special AT commands for various
> functions. This is no different.
>
> --
> bkw
>
>

Re: [M100] AT Command set

[Jeff Gonzales]

Lol.  Does that make you Hayes compatible?

On Sat, Feb 20, 2021, 11:25 PM JOHN JR & VIRGINIA WHITTON <
jwhit...@bellsouth.net> wrote:

> Jeff Gonzales 
> To:m...@bitchin100.com
> Sat, Feb 20 at 7:37 PM
> Wow, crazy.  I guess AT commands have come a long way from
> ATDT9,,,1800555 hahaha.
>
> So, what protocol is the device expecting the other end to communicate
> with?
> 
>
> I haven't commented here in a couple of years, but read the posts.
>
> In this instance, I thought I'd mention that I was present when the 'AT'
> command set was initially created.  ~1980, by my recollection.
>
> Regards to all,
> John
>

Re: [M100] Serial-to-WiFi Converters and Rechargeable Batteries

[Jeff Gonzales]

Is the manual online?  I'm just curious how it works.  Normally I telnet
into BBS' these days to play TradeWars 2002 (lol).  Either that or use
PuTTY.  Do the AT commands now let you specify an IP address or something?
What protocol is used to make the connection?

On Sat, Feb 20, 2021 at 6:17 PM Steve Baker  wrote:

> Hello again Jeff!
>
> Feel free to check out the websites for more details on either / both of
> these gadgets, they work great. Once you connect to your home WiFi (easy)
> then it’s a simple Hayes command to connect... the documentation is quite
> comprehensive.
>
> If you’re still not sure after researching this a bit with the links
> provided earlier, I’d be happy to make a video of me connecting to
> something. And I do like the WiModem232 better since the screen is really
> helpful to see what the board is doing.
>
> Cheers,
> SB
>
> —
> Greetings from Steve Baker
> Gravity brings me down...
>
>
> On Feb 20, 2021, at 5:23 PM, Jeff Gonzales  wrote:
>
> 
> How do you connect to remote BBS' with this?  I have only done it with
> telnet on a computer.  How do AT commands work on wifi?  Does the device
> have a SIM card and, of so, are the remote BBS' still using modems??
>
> On Sat, Feb 20, 2021, 4:54 PM Brian White  wrote:
>
>> The post you quoted showed how it's connected, so I don't know what you
>> mean.
>>
>> Do you mean how do you connect to your wifi? Or how do you connect to a
>> remote BBS?
>>
>> It's all done by AT commands described in the manual like any other modem.
>>
>> On Sat, Feb 20, 2021, 11:21 AM Jeff Gonzales 
>> wrote:
>>
>>> How does connectivity work for these devices?
>>>
>>> On Tue, Jan 12, 2021 at 1:45 PM Steve Baker 
>>> wrote:
>>>
>>>> Yep, exactly. I ordered two of this 25-pin M:M gender changer (one for
>>>> my WiModem232 and one for the GuruModem, ‘cos I didn’t want to keep
>>>> swapping them in and out).
>>>>
>>>> https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00066HP5G/
>>>>
>>>> Here are photos of both modems connected to my Tandy 102:
>>>>
>>>> https://imgur.com/a/e4BppYA
>>>>
>>>> (And it looks like I have a firmware update for the WiModem232, per the
>>>> on-screen message… how fun!)
>>>>
>>>> Cheers and thanks,
>>>> SB
>>>>
>>>> --
>>>> Greetings from Steve Baker
>>>> “Gravity brings me down…”
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> On Jan 12, 2021, at 1:26 PM, Brian White  wrote:
>>>>
>>>> This thing helps with attaching the WiModem232 to a 100/200/NEC
>>>> https://github.com/bkw777/WiModem_to_100
>>>> https://photos.app.goo.gl/hjoC3vnfZxWbFPRW6
>>>>
>>>> The serial port on 102 is upside down, so you can't use this on 102,
>>>> but on 102 you can use a generic mini gender-changer.
>>>> The wimodem232 sticks straight out the back instead of up, but at least
>>>> the led and/or screen faces up.
>>>> https://duckduckgo.com/?q=db25+mini+gender+changer+male
>>>>
>>>> --
>>>> bkw
>>>>
>>>> On Sat, Jan 9, 2021 at 3:02 PM Steve Baker 
>>>> wrote:
>>>>
>>>>> Fantastic, welcome Jim!
>>>>>
>>>>> I’m pretty new around here too, just got my first T102 late-spring and
>>>>> have been having a blast. This community is nothing short of amazing and I
>>>>> learn stuff every single day.
>>>>>
>>>>> I'd greatly appreciate hearing anyone's experiences with
>>>>> serial-to-WiFi converters connecting their M100s to networks, and where
>>>>> they've found the best prices.  Is it simply a matter of using TERM on the
>>>>> M100 set to a particular bit-rate, number of bits per character, parity,
>>>>> etc., and then connecting to another computer by specifying the IP address
>>>>> of the converter via a terminal program on the remote system, such as
>>>>> PuTTY, HyperTerm, etc.?
>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>> Regarding Serial-to-WiFi connections, I have both of these (they both
>>>>> should work on the M100):
>>>>>
>>>>> https://www.cbmstuff.com/proddetail.php?prod=WiModem232OLED
>>>>>
>>>>> https://www.arcadeshopper.com/wp/store/#!/Gurumodem/p/134166147/category=28313042
>>>>>
>>>>> The first is the WiModem232 

Re: [M100] Serial-to-WiFi Converters and Rechargeable Batteries

[Jeff Gonzales]

Wow, crazy.  I guess AT commands have come a long way from
ATDT9,,,1800555 hahaha.

So, what protocol is the device expecting the other end to communicate with?

On Sat, Feb 20, 2021 at 5:50 PM Joshua O'Keefe 
wrote:

> On Feb 20, 2021, at 2:23 PM, Jeff Gonzales  wrote:
> >
> > How do you connect to remote BBS' with this?
>
> ATDThostname.domain.com:
>
> > I have only done it with telnet on a computer.  How do AT commands work
> on wifi?
>
> There are some AT commands to set SSID and WPA key.  Then you ATDT to the
> remote endpoint and it creates a bridge between the serial port and a TCP
> connection.
>
> > Does the device have a SIM card and, of so, are the remote BBS' still
> using modems??
>
> I don't know about the SIM-using devices but there are certainly a handful
> of BBSes out there that are answering phones with modems.
>
>
>

Re: [M100] Serial-to-WiFi Converters and Rechargeable Batteries

[Jeff Gonzales]

Having a SIM sound cool, but what does the other side have?  Is it possible
to have another Guru on the other side?

On Sat, Feb 20, 2021, 4:52 PM Steve Baker  wrote:

> Hello Jeff!
>
> Both the GuruModem and the WiModem232 work very well with my T102s. Both
> create solid connections (the Model T’s baud rate is the only bottleneck).
>
> Each has their own unique advantages (GuruModem has a MicroSIM card, while
> WiModem232 has a terrific screen so you can see all the action. Great stuff!
>
> Hope this helps, and happy to send pics of each/both in action if you’re
> curious.
>
> Cheers,
> SB
>
> —
> Greetings from Steve Baker
> Gravity brings me down...
>
>
> On Feb 20, 2021, at 11:21 AM, Jeff Gonzales  wrote:
>
> 
> How does connectivity work for these devices?
>
> On Tue, Jan 12, 2021 at 1:45 PM Steve Baker 
> wrote:
>
>> Yep, exactly. I ordered two of this 25-pin M:M gender changer (one for my
>> WiModem232 and one for the GuruModem, ‘cos I didn’t want to keep swapping
>> them in and out).
>>
>> https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00066HP5G/
>>
>> Here are photos of both modems connected to my Tandy 102:
>>
>> https://imgur.com/a/e4BppYA
>>
>> (And it looks like I have a firmware update for the WiModem232, per the
>> on-screen message… how fun!)
>>
>> Cheers and thanks,
>> SB
>>
>> --
>> Greetings from Steve Baker
>> “Gravity brings me down…”
>>
>>
>>
>> On Jan 12, 2021, at 1:26 PM, Brian White  wrote:
>>
>> This thing helps with attaching the WiModem232 to a 100/200/NEC
>> https://github.com/bkw777/WiModem_to_100
>> https://photos.app.goo.gl/hjoC3vnfZxWbFPRW6
>>
>> The serial port on 102 is upside down, so you can't use this on 102, but
>> on 102 you can use a generic mini gender-changer.
>> The wimodem232 sticks straight out the back instead of up, but at least
>> the led and/or screen faces up.
>> https://duckduckgo.com/?q=db25+mini+gender+changer+male
>>
>> --
>> bkw
>>
>> On Sat, Jan 9, 2021 at 3:02 PM Steve Baker 
>> wrote:
>>
>>> Fantastic, welcome Jim!
>>>
>>> I’m pretty new around here too, just got my first T102 late-spring and
>>> have been having a blast. This community is nothing short of amazing and I
>>> learn stuff every single day.
>>>
>>> I'd greatly appreciate hearing anyone's experiences with serial-to-WiFi
>>> converters connecting their M100s to networks, and where they've found the
>>> best prices.  Is it simply a matter of using TERM on the M100 set to a
>>> particular bit-rate, number of bits per character, parity, etc., and then
>>> connecting to another computer by specifying the IP address of the
>>> converter via a terminal program on the remote system, such as PuTTY,
>>> HyperTerm, etc.?
>>>
>>>
>>> Regarding Serial-to-WiFi connections, I have both of these (they both
>>> should work on the M100):
>>>
>>> https://www.cbmstuff.com/proddetail.php?prod=WiModem232OLED
>>>
>>> https://www.arcadeshopper.com/wp/store/#!/Gurumodem/p/134166147/category=28313042
>>>
>>> The first is the WiModem232 and the second is the GuruModem. I love them
>>> both in different ways, but usually use WiModem because of the screen (it’s
>>> really fun to use). The GuruModem has a microSD card slot but I haven’t
>>> learned how to receive or send files to/from the onboard storage. When I
>>> figure that out, I might use it a lot more.
>>>
>>> Both of them generally operate the same way, using an expanded Hayes
>>> command set to get out and about. Yep we use Term, set the stat as
>>> appropriate, and then issue the atdt domain.com:port command to connect
>>> (IP addresses work too). Cmds like ati (information), at*b (set baud rate),
>>> ath (hangup), etc. are pretty well documented.
>>>
>>> I've heard that rechargeable batteries can be used in M100s by changing
>>> a resistor inside a unit, but I can't find any details about the value of
>>> the new resistor, which one it is on the PCB, etc.  Also, is the resistor
>>> value dependent on which battery chemistry is involved (NiCd, NiMH, LiH,
>>> LiPoly, LiFePO4, etc.)?
>>>
>>>
>>> Regarding the use of rechargeable batteries, quite honestly I’ve only
>>> used rechargeable batteries since I got my first T102 (OK thus far). This
>>> probably won’t help but someone posted technical bulletins for the Model
>>> 200 on installing a nicad u

Re: [M100] Serial-to-WiFi Converters and Rechargeable Batteries

[Jeff Gonzales]

How do you connect to remote BBS' with this?  I have only done it with
telnet on a computer.  How do AT commands work on wifi?  Does the device
have a SIM card and, of so, are the remote BBS' still using modems??

On Sat, Feb 20, 2021, 4:54 PM Brian White  wrote:

> The post you quoted showed how it's connected, so I don't know what you
> mean.
>
> Do you mean how do you connect to your wifi? Or how do you connect to a
> remote BBS?
>
> It's all done by AT commands described in the manual like any other modem.
>
> On Sat, Feb 20, 2021, 11:21 AM Jeff Gonzales 
> wrote:
>
>> How does connectivity work for these devices?
>>
>> On Tue, Jan 12, 2021 at 1:45 PM Steve Baker 
>> wrote:
>>
>>> Yep, exactly. I ordered two of this 25-pin M:M gender changer (one for
>>> my WiModem232 and one for the GuruModem, ‘cos I didn’t want to keep
>>> swapping them in and out).
>>>
>>> https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00066HP5G/
>>>
>>> Here are photos of both modems connected to my Tandy 102:
>>>
>>> https://imgur.com/a/e4BppYA
>>>
>>> (And it looks like I have a firmware update for the WiModem232, per the
>>> on-screen message… how fun!)
>>>
>>> Cheers and thanks,
>>> SB
>>>
>>> --
>>> Greetings from Steve Baker
>>> “Gravity brings me down…”
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> On Jan 12, 2021, at 1:26 PM, Brian White  wrote:
>>>
>>> This thing helps with attaching the WiModem232 to a 100/200/NEC
>>> https://github.com/bkw777/WiModem_to_100
>>> https://photos.app.goo.gl/hjoC3vnfZxWbFPRW6
>>>
>>> The serial port on 102 is upside down, so you can't use this on 102, but
>>> on 102 you can use a generic mini gender-changer.
>>> The wimodem232 sticks straight out the back instead of up, but at least
>>> the led and/or screen faces up.
>>> https://duckduckgo.com/?q=db25+mini+gender+changer+male
>>>
>>> --
>>> bkw
>>>
>>> On Sat, Jan 9, 2021 at 3:02 PM Steve Baker 
>>> wrote:
>>>
>>>> Fantastic, welcome Jim!
>>>>
>>>> I’m pretty new around here too, just got my first T102 late-spring and
>>>> have been having a blast. This community is nothing short of amazing and I
>>>> learn stuff every single day.
>>>>
>>>> I'd greatly appreciate hearing anyone's experiences with serial-to-WiFi
>>>> converters connecting their M100s to networks, and where they've found the
>>>> best prices.  Is it simply a matter of using TERM on the M100 set to a
>>>> particular bit-rate, number of bits per character, parity, etc., and then
>>>> connecting to another computer by specifying the IP address of the
>>>> converter via a terminal program on the remote system, such as PuTTY,
>>>> HyperTerm, etc.?
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> Regarding Serial-to-WiFi connections, I have both of these (they both
>>>> should work on the M100):
>>>>
>>>> https://www.cbmstuff.com/proddetail.php?prod=WiModem232OLED
>>>>
>>>> https://www.arcadeshopper.com/wp/store/#!/Gurumodem/p/134166147/category=28313042
>>>>
>>>> The first is the WiModem232 and the second is the GuruModem. I love
>>>> them both in different ways, but usually use WiModem because of the screen
>>>> (it’s really fun to use). The GuruModem has a microSD card slot but I
>>>> haven’t learned how to receive or send files to/from the onboard storage.
>>>> When I figure that out, I might use it a lot more.
>>>>
>>>> Both of them generally operate the same way, using an expanded Hayes
>>>> command set to get out and about. Yep we use Term, set the stat as
>>>> appropriate, and then issue the atdt domain.com:port command to
>>>> connect (IP addresses work too). Cmds like ati (information), at*b (set
>>>> baud rate), ath (hangup), etc. are pretty well documented.
>>>>
>>>> I've heard that rechargeable batteries can be used in M100s by changing
>>>> a resistor inside a unit, but I can't find any details about the value of
>>>> the new resistor, which one it is on the PCB, etc.  Also, is the resistor
>>>> value dependent on which battery chemistry is involved (NiCd, NiMH, LiH,
>>>> LiPoly, LiFePO4, etc.)?
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> Regarding the use of rechargeable batteries, quite honestly I’ve only
>>>> used rechargeable batteries 

Re: [M100] Serial-to-WiFi Converters and Rechargeable Batteries

[Jeff Gonzales]

How does connectivity work for these devices?

On Tue, Jan 12, 2021 at 1:45 PM Steve Baker  wrote:

> Yep, exactly. I ordered two of this 25-pin M:M gender changer (one for my
> WiModem232 and one for the GuruModem, ‘cos I didn’t want to keep swapping
> them in and out).
>
> https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00066HP5G/
>
> Here are photos of both modems connected to my Tandy 102:
>
> https://imgur.com/a/e4BppYA
>
> (And it looks like I have a firmware update for the WiModem232, per the
> on-screen message… how fun!)
>
> Cheers and thanks,
> SB
>
> --
> Greetings from Steve Baker
> “Gravity brings me down…”
>
>
>
> On Jan 12, 2021, at 1:26 PM, Brian White  wrote:
>
> This thing helps with attaching the WiModem232 to a 100/200/NEC
> https://github.com/bkw777/WiModem_to_100
> https://photos.app.goo.gl/hjoC3vnfZxWbFPRW6
>
> The serial port on 102 is upside down, so you can't use this on 102, but
> on 102 you can use a generic mini gender-changer.
> The wimodem232 sticks straight out the back instead of up, but at least
> the led and/or screen faces up.
> https://duckduckgo.com/?q=db25+mini+gender+changer+male
>
> --
> bkw
>
> On Sat, Jan 9, 2021 at 3:02 PM Steve Baker  wrote:
>
>> Fantastic, welcome Jim!
>>
>> I’m pretty new around here too, just got my first T102 late-spring and
>> have been having a blast. This community is nothing short of amazing and I
>> learn stuff every single day.
>>
>> I'd greatly appreciate hearing anyone's experiences with serial-to-WiFi
>> converters connecting their M100s to networks, and where they've found the
>> best prices.  Is it simply a matter of using TERM on the M100 set to a
>> particular bit-rate, number of bits per character, parity, etc., and then
>> connecting to another computer by specifying the IP address of the
>> converter via a terminal program on the remote system, such as PuTTY,
>> HyperTerm, etc.?
>>
>>
>> Regarding Serial-to-WiFi connections, I have both of these (they both
>> should work on the M100):
>>
>> https://www.cbmstuff.com/proddetail.php?prod=WiModem232OLED
>>
>> https://www.arcadeshopper.com/wp/store/#!/Gurumodem/p/134166147/category=28313042
>>
>> The first is the WiModem232 and the second is the GuruModem. I love them
>> both in different ways, but usually use WiModem because of the screen (it’s
>> really fun to use). The GuruModem has a microSD card slot but I haven’t
>> learned how to receive or send files to/from the onboard storage. When I
>> figure that out, I might use it a lot more.
>>
>> Both of them generally operate the same way, using an expanded Hayes
>> command set to get out and about. Yep we use Term, set the stat as
>> appropriate, and then issue the atdt domain.com:port command to connect
>> (IP addresses work too). Cmds like ati (information), at*b (set baud rate),
>> ath (hangup), etc. are pretty well documented.
>>
>> I've heard that rechargeable batteries can be used in M100s by changing a
>> resistor inside a unit, but I can't find any details about the value of the
>> new resistor, which one it is on the PCB, etc.  Also, is the resistor value
>> dependent on which battery chemistry is involved (NiCd, NiMH, LiH, LiPoly,
>> LiFePO4, etc.)?
>>
>>
>> Regarding the use of rechargeable batteries, quite honestly I’ve only
>> used rechargeable batteries since I got my first T102 (OK thus far). This
>> probably won’t help but someone posted technical bulletins for the Model
>> 200 on installing a nicad upgrade (I uploaded copies of these to my files
>> area in Club100); not sure if that’d work for the M100.
>>
>> Cheers and have a great weekend,
>> SB
>>
>> --
>> Greetings from Steve Baker
>> “Gravity brings me down…”
>>
>>
>>
>> On Jan 9, 2021, at 1:28 PM, Jim Manley  wrote:
>>
>> Hi everyone,
>>
>> I just joined the flock and I'm an Original Flavor owner of a 32 KB M100
>> when they were going for $399 (worth $964.98 today) in the mid-1980s, and
>> now I can add nine more to my collection for that much in
>> inflation-adjusted value!  I would have waited for that price decrease, but
>> then I wouldn't have gotten so much done writing code and docs whenever and
>> wherever I wanted, long before the overly-expensive, poser, follow-on
>> lap-crushers came along.
>>
>> I'd greatly appreciate hearing anyone's experiences with serial-to-WiFi
>> converters connecting their M100s to networks, and where they've found the
>> best prices.  Is it simply a matter of using TERM on the M100 set to a
>> particular bit-rate, number of bits per character, parity, etc., and then
>> connecting to another computer by specifying the IP address of the
>> converter via a terminal program on the remote system, such as PuTTY,
>> HyperTerm, etc.?
>>
>>
>>
>> Thanks and All the Best,
>> Jim  KJ7JHE
>>
>>
>>
>

Re: [M100] European T102 - different!

[Jeff Gonzales]

What's up with that?  How would anyone know?  What about the acoustic
coupler?

On Fri, Sep 25, 2020 at 5:45 PM Bert Put  wrote:

> As an owner of a M-100 while in Australia, I remember that we were
> forbidden to connect the built-in modem to the Australian telephone
> network.  We had to use an external modem.  I do not know if that is the
> same in the UK, but it's quite likely.
>
> Cheers,Bert
>
> On 9/25/20 4:31 PM, Peter Noeth wrote:
> > Could it be that code changes might be related to the modem needing to
> > be CCITT 300 instead of BELL 103? The modulation is basically the same
> > but some of the tones are different. Also the cadence for going off
> > hook, detecting dialtone, and dialing are different as well. To properly
> > answer a call, the code would have to detect the dual ring they use.
> >
> > That is if the internal modem is still there, and the code has not been
> > modified to use an external modem of some kind.
> >
> > Regards,
> >
> > Peter
> >
> >
> > -
> >
> > Message: 1
> > Date: Fri, 25 Sep 2020 16:39:58 -0400
> > From: Stephen Adolph  > >
> > To: m...@bitchin100.com 
> > Subject: Re: [M100] European T102 - different!
> > Message-ID:
> >
> >  >  camcmnv7z9eyqtjvk1tms4dkdvo1r%2b2c%2b6eq_fykiodvaul7...@mail.gmail.com>>
> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8"
> >
> > received a ROM image from a UK T102, and the rom is really different!
> > I've attached it here.
> > Large area of difference in the ~5100h to ~5700h area, which is
> TELCOM
> >
> > On Thu, Sep 24, 2020 at 1:34 PM Josh Malone  > > wrote:
> >
> > > On Thu, Sep 24, 2020 at 1:31 PM Stephen Adolph
> > mailto:twospru...@gmail.com>>
> > > wrote:
> > >
> > >>
> > >>
> > >> here you can see the different code in silkscreen, and a variable
> > >> resistor mounted above the main ROM.
> > >>
> > >>
> > > Huh - interesting. Yeah, curious about the changes on that
> machine. Do
> > > keep us posted!
> > >
> > > -Josh
> > >
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> >
>

Re: [M100] C64 restoration and fresh mobos

[Jeff Gonzales]

Stupid question:  Do hobbyists take these, find all the chips, and then
solder them?

On Thu, May 7, 2020 at 6:55 AM Stephen Adolph  wrote:

> omg. thats a lot of work!
>
> On Thu, May 7, 2020 at 4:35 AM me  wrote:
>
>>
>>
>> https://www.tindie.com/products/bobsbits/sixtyclone-commodore-64-replica-pcbs/
>>
>> Now if someone could do this for the T's.
>>
>> On 5/7/20 1:29 AM, me wrote:
>> >
>> >
>> > Hey Birt, I watched Adrian's basement just now and was pleased to see
>> > his receiving some case tabs from you. That was cool.
>> >
>> > Did you see the video? I am rather impressed that someone reverse
>> > engineered the original C64 motherboard. It's stunning.
>> >
>>
>

Re: [M100] need m100 for hospitalized mother

[Jeff Gonzales]

Hey Everyone,

I was just thinking about this last night...I was on the Intel team which
helped Stephen Hawkings use his computer back in the Windows 7 days.  I
reached out to the researchers still there to see if I could make use of
this to help my mom out:

https://www.wired.com/2015/01/intel-gave-stephen-hawking-voice/
http://www.openhealthnews.com/tagged/assistive-text-editor-aster

I believe they open sourced it.  I'm not sure if it is supported anymore
though.  I left the project in 2013.

Jeff

On Sat, Oct 12, 2019 at 7:55 PM Paco  wrote:

> I can't help you in this time, I live in Spain, and the time to transport
> to Carolina is very long.
>
>
>
> El sáb., 12 oct. 2019 19:14, Jeff Gonzales 
> escribió:
>
>> One of the AlphaSmarts is in North Carolina and says 3 days shipping.
>> We'll see.  Thanks again.
>>
>> On Sat, Oct 12, 2019 at 1:08 PM Lucas Roberts 
>> wrote:
>>
>>> I am in Northern California. Maybe we can work something out if your
>>> shipping is going to take too long.
>>>
>>> Sent from my iPhone
>>>
>>> > On Oct 12, 2019, at 07:57, Jeff Gonzales 
>>> wrote:
>>> >
>>> > Lucas:  Where are you?  I'm in Atlanta.
>>> >
>>> > I just bought two AlphaSmart 3000s on ebay.  Hopefully, they will be
>>> here
>>> > soon.
>>> >
>>> > Thanks everyone for your support!
>>> >
>>> >> On Fri, Oct 11, 2019 at 11:35 PM Lucas Roberts <
>>> lucasmrobe...@gmail.com>
>>> >> wrote:
>>> >>
>>> >> Jeff, if you are local to me I can loan my 200 to you.
>>> >>
>>> >>> O
>>>
>>

Re: [M100] need m100 for hospitalized mother

[Jeff Gonzales]

No te preocupes.  Pedí una AlphaSmart de North Carolina (entrega en 3
días). En realidad vivo en Atlanta Georgia. Gracias por tu apoyo.

¿Dónde vives en España?

On Sat, Oct 12, 2019 at 7:55 PM Paco  wrote:

> I can't help you in this time, I live in Spain, and the time to transport
> to Carolina is very long.
>
>
>
> El sáb., 12 oct. 2019 19:14, Jeff Gonzales 
> escribió:
>
>> One of the AlphaSmarts is in North Carolina and says 3 days shipping.
>> We'll see.  Thanks again.
>>
>> On Sat, Oct 12, 2019 at 1:08 PM Lucas Roberts 
>> wrote:
>>
>>> I am in Northern California. Maybe we can work something out if your
>>> shipping is going to take too long.
>>>
>>> Sent from my iPhone
>>>
>>> > On Oct 12, 2019, at 07:57, Jeff Gonzales 
>>> wrote:
>>> >
>>> > Lucas:  Where are you?  I'm in Atlanta.
>>> >
>>> > I just bought two AlphaSmart 3000s on ebay.  Hopefully, they will be
>>> here
>>> > soon.
>>> >
>>> > Thanks everyone for your support!
>>> >
>>> >> On Fri, Oct 11, 2019 at 11:35 PM Lucas Roberts <
>>> lucasmrobe...@gmail.com>
>>> >> wrote:
>>> >>
>>> >> Jeff, if you are local to me I can loan my 200 to you.
>>> >>
>>> >>> O
>>>
>>

Re: [M100] need m100 for hospitalized mother

[Jeff Gonzales]

One of the AlphaSmarts is in North Carolina and says 3 days shipping.
We'll see.  Thanks again.

On Sat, Oct 12, 2019 at 1:08 PM Lucas Roberts 
wrote:

> I am in Northern California. Maybe we can work something out if your
> shipping is going to take too long.
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> > On Oct 12, 2019, at 07:57, Jeff Gonzales  wrote:
> >
> > Lucas:  Where are you?  I'm in Atlanta.
> >
> > I just bought two AlphaSmart 3000s on ebay.  Hopefully, they will be here
> > soon.
> >
> > Thanks everyone for your support!
> >
> >> On Fri, Oct 11, 2019 at 11:35 PM Lucas Roberts  >
> >> wrote:
> >>
> >> Jeff, if you are local to me I can loan my 200 to you.
> >>
> >>> O
>

Re: [M100] need m100 for hospitalized mother

[Jeff Gonzales]

Lucas:  Where are you?  I'm in Atlanta.

I just bought two AlphaSmart 3000s on ebay.  Hopefully, they will be here
soon.

Thanks everyone for your support!

On Fri, Oct 11, 2019 at 11:35 PM Lucas Roberts 
wrote:

> Jeff, if you are local to me I can loan my 200 to you.
>
> > On Oct 11, 2019, at 5:03 PM, Jeff Gonzales 
> wrote:
> >
> > Hi,
> >
> > My m100 is packed away somewhere in storage and I desperately need one
> or equivalent to communicate with my mother.  She is hopsitalized with
> pnemonia and is just waking up.  She can point to a chart with letters
> while I write them down but I thought it would be easier to give her a
> small computer with big keys to press.
> >
> > I can't wait for bidding/shipping on an ebay one.  Can anyone help?
> >
> > Thanks,
> > Jeff
>
>

Re: [M100] need m100 for hospitalized mother

[Jeff Gonzales]

Buy it now shipping is going to take awhile, even for the AlphaSmarts.  I
wonder if there is an android app I can use with my tablet.

On Fri, Oct 11, 2019, 8:43 PM Josh Malone  wrote:

> I know the M100 is a perfect little machine, but have you considered
> an AlphaSmart device? They're plentiful and cheap on eBay - lots
> available on "Buy it now" that would probably get to you just as fast
> an anyone from this list. I don't, presently, have any (M100s) that
> I'm ready to sell.
>
> Just a thought.
>
> -Josh
>

[M100] need m100 for hospitalized mother

[Jeff Gonzales]

Hi,

My m100 is packed away somewhere in storage and I desperately need one or
equivalent to communicate with my mother.  She is hopsitalized with
pnemonia and is just waking up.  She can point to a chart with letters
while I write them down but I thought it would be easier to give her a
small computer with big keys to press.

I can't wait for bidding/shipping on an ebay one.  Can anyone help?

Thanks,
Jeff

Re: [M100] M102 victory

[Jeff Gonzales]

Can you share your setup (with photos)? How did you generate the index
codes?  Did you just make a plain CSV file?

On Wed, Jun 26, 2019, 11:38 AM Kurt McCullum  wrote:

> Great use of your 102 Tom!
>
> On Wed, Jun 26, 2019, at 7:47 AM, Thomas Morehouse wrote:
>
> Good morning all.
>
> After the help you provided in getting my serial to USB situation sorted
> out, I thought i'd update you on the air museum project I used it for.
>
> The New England Air Museum ( www.neam.org ) was created in the early
> 1960s, and in the following decades, collected literally tens of thousands
> of items such as flight schedules, books on aviation, aeronautical
> periodicals, art works, engineering drawings, audio/video materials, and
> close to 100 aircraft.
>
> As a research librarian, I figured putting all the collection into a
> searchable database would be a Great Leap Forward.
>
> Using my 1986 M102, I walked from collection to collection, entering each
> item into a simple text database, applying an appropriate index code and
> descriptor.
>
> Then using the serial to USB connection to upload the DO files to the
> ResourceMate library system our Win10 server, I've now got the entire
> collection indexed in a digital format.  It's public access, but won't have
> internet access until next fall.
>
> I had planned to include photos of the process, but the listserv prohibits
> large size messages.  Sorry 'bout that.
>
> (I used my 102 specifically because it's light, rugged and easily carried,
> has no "flapping" hinged screen, and TEXT is bullet proof.  Most folks at
> the museum wondered what the heck it was.)
>
> Progress.
> Tom M.
> Eastford CT
>
>
>
>

Re: [M100] Funny eBay ad

[Jeff Gonzales]

Absolutely hilarious!  Yeah, 80s-style ad photos always make me laugh.  I'm
tempted to email the guy and ask, "where's the beef?"

On Sat, Apr 13, 2019 at 12:14 AM John R. Hogerhuis  wrote:

> I don't post much from eBay but someone shared this on Facebook
>
>
> "This portable computer is for making business. Just look at the photo of
> the guy on the plane. It’s probably a private plane because you can tell
> he’s loaded. The lady is pretty damn serious too and she can buy and sell
> you while her nails dry. So be like them and buy this Radio Shack TRS-80
> Portable Computer w/ original box and manual. It still runs and on AA
> batteries. Try that on your dumb #@$* MacBook.
>
> Oh yeah. I forgot to mention this hot box has 32k of memory. It’s supposed
> to have 16k, but some psychopath at RadioShack jacked it up with extra RAM
> and then wrote “32” on the box with a sharpie like an animal. Change your
> life already and buy this."
>
>
>
> https://www.ebay.com/itm/Radio-Shack-TRS-80-Portable-Computer-READ-DESC-TO-KNOW-WHAT-S-UP/283430598076?_mwBanner=1_ref=https%3A%2F%2Frover.ebay.com%2Frover%2F0%2F0%2F0%3Fmpre%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.ebay.com%252Fulk%252Fitm%252F283430598076%26rvr_id%3D0%26rvr_ts%3D14e16eb116a0ac7a57655e73ffdf69d8_noapp=true=77698334-d47d-47ea-908f-e3b3edc862f8
>

[M100] excessive old school cables

[Jeff Gonzales]

Hi everyone,

I have a ton of serial, parallel, ethernet, laplink, etc. cables in
storage.  They are taking up too much space and I am determined to cut back
my storage costs.  I would hate to just dump it all off at the Goodwill if
I thought someone may make better use of them.

Any ideas?

Jeff

Re: [M100] New Age Digital Storage Box (NADSBox)

[Jeff Gonzales]

Yeah, but if you're bringing an Arduino into the picture why not just build
a new unit around it?  Or gut an m100 and use it directly with the keyboard
and screen?

On Mon, Aug 20, 2018 at 4:38 PM, Kurt McCullum  wrote:

> Not for loading and storing files. That requires a TPDD client running on
> the m100. But when you go to TELCOM to do anything, you are basically a
> vt52 terminal.
>
> Kurt
>
>
> On Mon, Aug 20, 2018, at 1:34 PM, Jeff Gonzales wrote:
>
> at this point is the m100 just a keyboard/dumb terminal?
>
> On Mon, Aug 20, 2018 at 4:31 PM, c646581  wrote:
>
> I have a project that uses an Arduino Mega to emulate a TPDD.
>
> https://github.com/TangentDelta/SD2TPDD
>
> I have plans to eventually sell easy-to-use shields that provide the RS232
> level shifting and SD card interface.
>
> On Mon, Aug 20, 2018, 16:02 Brian White  wrote:
>
> A tpdd emulated in low level basic hardware in line with the tpdd itself
> really appeals to me.
>
> I would love to try to make it work on a tinyduino, or maybe a gotek.
> Tinyduino may not seem "basic" being so small and modern, but it's a
> microcontroller not a PC. It doesn't run linux and systemd and bash and
> getty and python and a tcp stack and ssl and X and gnome etc etc etc.
> The fact that an entire pc fits in a tiny space and uses no power and
> costs $5 today thanks to the plain advancement over the passage of time, is
> sort of beside the point. Sure it's practical, but it's not *elegant*, in
> some intangible abstract mental way.
> You could run dlplus or laddie from an init script on an Omega2 and stuff
> the entire thing inside of a db25 connector shell, and probably even
> scavenge enough power right from the usb port with charge pumps, and the
> entire thing would be small and cheap and relatively easy to do, since it's
> just sticking a few existing things together like legos. Outwardly this
> makes all the sense in the world. But it's just such a brute-force kind of
> solution. I'd rather spend all kinds of time and effort to do the same
> thing with a controller in place of the computer.
>
> Though, you can sure get a lot more functionality out of a computer, like
> that virtual modem in mcomm. And the computer is infinitely more end-user
> hackable. It would be neat to play with hacking together some sort of
> front-end dispatcher script, kind of like inetd for serial or I guess that
> would just be an amped-up getty, maybe even with an interactive menu that
> you can access via TELCOM, and the front end runs a tpdd server or a dos
> injector or ssh client or lynx or virtual modem or something else and hooks
> it to the tty. It could stay in the loop monitoring the tty for special
> escape commands to break out into a command mode just like modems, telnet,
> ssh, cu etc all do, so you could always switch between functions from the
> M100 even after starting one.
> gahh ideas are sure easy to throw around :)
>
>
>

Re: [M100] New Age Digital Storage Box (NADSBox)

[Jeff Gonzales]

at this point is the m100 just a keyboard/dumb terminal?

On Mon, Aug 20, 2018 at 4:31 PM, c646581  wrote:

> I have a project that uses an Arduino Mega to emulate a TPDD.
>
> https://github.com/TangentDelta/SD2TPDD
>
> I have plans to eventually sell easy-to-use shields that provide the RS232
> level shifting and SD card interface.
>
> On Mon, Aug 20, 2018, 16:02 Brian White  wrote:
>
>> A tpdd emulated in low level basic hardware in line with the tpdd itself
>> really appeals to me.
>>
>> I would love to try to make it work on a tinyduino, or maybe a gotek.
>> Tinyduino may not seem "basic" being so small and modern, but it's a
>> microcontroller not a PC. It doesn't run linux and systemd and bash and
>> getty and python and a tcp stack and ssl and X and gnome etc etc etc.
>>
>> The fact that an entire pc fits in a tiny space and uses no power and
>> costs $5 today thanks to the plain advancement over the passage of time, is
>> sort of beside the point. Sure it's practical, but it's not *elegant*, in
>> some intangible abstract mental way.
>>
>> You could run dlplus or laddie from an init script on an Omega2 and stuff
>> the entire thing inside of a db25 connector shell, and probably even
>> scavenge enough power right from the usb port with charge pumps, and the
>> entire thing would be small and cheap and relatively easy to do, since it's
>> just sticking a few existing things together like legos. Outwardly this
>> makes all the sense in the world. But it's just such a brute-force kind of
>> solution. I'd rather spend all kinds of time and effort to do the same
>> thing with a controller in place of the computer.
>>
>> Though, you can sure get a lot more functionality out of a computer, like
>> that virtual modem in mcomm. And the computer is infinitely more end-user
>> hackable. It would be neat to play with hacking together some sort of
>> front-end dispatcher script, kind of like inetd for serial or I guess that
>> would just be an amped-up getty, maybe even with an interactive menu that
>> you can access via TELCOM, and the front end runs a tpdd server or a dos
>> injector or ssh client or lynx or virtual modem or something else and hooks
>> it to the tty. It could stay in the loop monitoring the tty for special
>> escape commands to break out into a command mode just like modems, telnet,
>> ssh, cu etc all do, so you could always switch between functions from the
>> M100 even after starting one.
>>
>> gahh ideas are sure easy to throw around :)
>>
>>

Re: [M100] TRS-80/Tandy Pocket Computer

[Jeff Gonzales]

Wow, I didn't know that.  I miss Radio Shack.  I used to comb through their
catalogs as a kid dreaming about what stuff I would buy when I grew up.

I miss DAK catalogs, too.

On Wed, Aug 8, 2018 at 10:52 AM, Nathan Misner  wrote:

> Sharp actually continued making the PC series of pocket computers into the
> early 2000s. The last model (the PC-G850VS) can show bitmapped graphics, is
> programmable in BASIC, C, and Z80 assembly, and has an 8-bit parallel user
> port.
>
> On Wed, Aug 8, 2018 at 9:31 AM, Jeff Gonzales 
> wrote:
>
>> I have a PC-6 which I used in high school.  It was such a cool
>> "calculator" for the time.  I liked the earlier ones more, however, as they
>> had more cool accessories.
>>
>> "Ready P0"
>>
>> haha.
>>
>> On Wed, Aug 8, 2018 at 8:59 AM, Kevin Becker 
>> wrote:
>>
>>> I'm a pocket computer fan too.  My original was a PC-3 that I used
>>> through high school.  At some point it died and I got a PC-7 which I used
>>> through college and early career.  In the mean time the PC-3 had been
>>> repaired by a friend but the PC-7 was a better calculator for my needs at
>>> that time.
>>>
>>> Not long ago I dug them out and started messing around with them again.
>>> The keys on the cover of the PC-7 no longer work.  I suspect the ribbon
>>> cable is broken and there  probably isn't an easy way to repair it without
>>> destroying it in the process.
>>>
>>> The PC-3 mostly worked but the run/program/power switch was flakey.  I
>>> took it apart and cleaned it an bent the contacts a bit to make a better
>>> connection and it is good to go.  I also replaced the nicad pack in the
>>> printer.
>>>
>>> Since then I picked up another PC-3a and printer that needed the same
>>> repair.  It has some bleed on the LCD but not too bad.  I also acquired a
>>> PC-4 which is working great with no refurbishment.  Most recently I got a
>>> PC-2 and a Sharp PC1500 that are also in great shape.  I have a Sharp
>>> CE-150 printer for it but I actually haven't tested it out yet but it seems
>>> to have been unused, with unopened pens included.  Ron Lauzon was nice
>>> enough to sell me some memory modules for them and I'm looking forward to
>>> doing some more advance programming on them soon.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> On Wed, Aug 8, 2018 at 7:39 AM, Jim Toth  wrote:
>>>
>>>> I'll keep that in mind.  But so far, so good.
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> - Original Message -
>>>> *From:* you got me 
>>>> *To:* m...@bitchin100.com
>>>> *Sent:* Wednesday, August 08, 2018 1:26 AM
>>>> *Subject:* Re: [M100] TRS-80/Tandy Pocket Computer
>>>>
>>>> be careful about the pc-2 and printing. You can always make or refill
>>>> your own pens but the MAJOR problem is a plastic cog within the
>>>> printing mechanism itself. Over time these things would crack and then you
>>>> would have abnormal printing operations. A brass or 3d printed version of
>>>> that cog would revitalize 98% of those ancient pc-2 printers. (that, and
>>>> changing the ni-cad batteries with ni-mh ones).
>>>> --
>>>> *From:* M100  on behalf of Jim Toth
>>>> 
>>>> *Sent:* Wednesday, August 8, 2018 2:08:03 AM
>>>> *To:* m...@bitchin100.com
>>>> *Subject:* Re: [M100] TRS-80/Tandy Pocket Computer
>>>>
>>>> You can still purchase PC-2 printer pens?  Excellent.  Where?
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> - Original Message -
>>>> From: "Ron Lauzon" 
>>>> To: 
>>>> Sent: Tuesday, August 07, 2018 9:46 PM
>>>> Subject: Re: [M100] TRS-80/Tandy Pocket Computer
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> My PC-4 was my constant companion through college and into my first
>>>> job.  I picked up a PC-2 at the Tandy Corporate auction and got bit by
>>>> the pocket computer bug.
>>>>
>>>> What I've put together is this:
>>>> + PC-1 - usually had bad screens over time.
>>>> + PC-2 - frequently people left the AA batteries in them when they
>>>> stopped using them.  The batteries leaked.  So always check the
>>>> battery compartment before buying one.  Leaky batteries can cause a
>>>> great deal of damage.
>>>> The printer/cassette interface is where the flaws are.  The printer
>>>> gears tended to wear out. 

Re: [M100] TRS-80/Tandy Pocket Computer

[Jeff Gonzales]

I have a PC-6 which I used in high school.  It was such a cool "calculator"
for the time.  I liked the earlier ones more, however, as they had more
cool accessories.

"Ready P0"

haha.

On Wed, Aug 8, 2018 at 8:59 AM, Kevin Becker  wrote:

> I'm a pocket computer fan too.  My original was a PC-3 that I used through
> high school.  At some point it died and I got a PC-7 which I used through
> college and early career.  In the mean time the PC-3 had been repaired by a
> friend but the PC-7 was a better calculator for my needs at that time.
>
> Not long ago I dug them out and started messing around with them again.
> The keys on the cover of the PC-7 no longer work.  I suspect the ribbon
> cable is broken and there  probably isn't an easy way to repair it without
> destroying it in the process.
>
> The PC-3 mostly worked but the run/program/power switch was flakey.  I
> took it apart and cleaned it an bent the contacts a bit to make a better
> connection and it is good to go.  I also replaced the nicad pack in the
> printer.
>
> Since then I picked up another PC-3a and printer that needed the same
> repair.  It has some bleed on the LCD but not too bad.  I also acquired a
> PC-4 which is working great with no refurbishment.  Most recently I got a
> PC-2 and a Sharp PC1500 that are also in great shape.  I have a Sharp
> CE-150 printer for it but I actually haven't tested it out yet but it seems
> to have been unused, with unopened pens included.  Ron Lauzon was nice
> enough to sell me some memory modules for them and I'm looking forward to
> doing some more advance programming on them soon.
>
>
>
> On Wed, Aug 8, 2018 at 7:39 AM, Jim Toth  wrote:
>
>> I'll keep that in mind.  But so far, so good.
>>
>>
>> - Original Message -
>> *From:* you got me 
>> *To:* m...@bitchin100.com
>> *Sent:* Wednesday, August 08, 2018 1:26 AM
>> *Subject:* Re: [M100] TRS-80/Tandy Pocket Computer
>>
>> be careful about the pc-2 and printing. You can always make or refill
>> your own pens but the MAJOR problem is a plastic cog within the
>> printing mechanism itself. Over time these things would crack and then you
>> would have abnormal printing operations. A brass or 3d printed version of
>> that cog would revitalize 98% of those ancient pc-2 printers. (that, and
>> changing the ni-cad batteries with ni-mh ones).
>> --
>> *From:* M100  on behalf of Jim Toth <
>> jt...@localnet.com>
>> *Sent:* Wednesday, August 8, 2018 2:08:03 AM
>> *To:* m...@bitchin100.com
>> *Subject:* Re: [M100] TRS-80/Tandy Pocket Computer
>>
>> You can still purchase PC-2 printer pens?  Excellent.  Where?
>>
>>
>> - Original Message -
>> From: "Ron Lauzon" 
>> To: 
>> Sent: Tuesday, August 07, 2018 9:46 PM
>> Subject: Re: [M100] TRS-80/Tandy Pocket Computer
>>
>>
>> My PC-4 was my constant companion through college and into my first
>> job.  I picked up a PC-2 at the Tandy Corporate auction and got bit by
>> the pocket computer bug.
>>
>> What I've put together is this:
>> + PC-1 - usually had bad screens over time.
>> + PC-2 - frequently people left the AA batteries in them when they
>> stopped using them.  The batteries leaked.  So always check the
>> battery compartment before buying one.  Leaky batteries can cause a
>> great deal of damage.
>> The printer/cassette interface is where the flaws are.  The printer
>> gears tended to wear out.  Also the rechargeable battery packs are
>> shot by now and are leaking.
>> There are some people who refurbish the printers (new batteries and
>> new gears), but they will be more expensive.  Surprisingly, you can
>> still purchase the pens.
>> + PC-3 - Not much that I know of.  I only have 1 in my collection and
>> it has no problems.  The printer even works.
>> + PC-4 - No problems with the pocket computer itself that I know of.
>> The printer batteries are shot by now.  Usually they don't leak, but
>> the batteries are not meant to be replaced. But with some work, the
>> printers can be made to work with an AC-adapter.
>>
>> On Tue, Aug 7, 2018 at 8:01 PM megarat  wrote:
>> >
>> > Hey folks, a recent thread here highlighted my interest in the old
>> > TRS-80/Tandy Pocket Computers (rebadged from existing Casio and Sharp
>> > models).  I always had a fascination with these things as a kid, and I
>> was
>> > lucky enough to own one of them for a while (a PC-5), so I'm
>> entertaining
>> > the possibility of hunting some of them down.
>> >
>> > I'm concerned, however, with how well these models age.  Specifically
>> the
>> > electrolytics (and how easy are they to replace?), the LCD display (do
>> > they have a tendency to fade/bleed?), and the keypad (do those little
>> > chicklet keyboards still hold up years later?).
>> >
>> > Are there any PC collectors on this list that can offer me some
>> > advice/guidance?  Thanks.
>> >
>> > /CAM
>>
>>
>>
>> --
>> Ron Lauzon - rlauzon at acm dot org
>>Homepage: http://webpages.charter.net/rlauzon/
>>Weblog: 

Re: [M100] Ham radio

[Jeff Gonzales]

I was more or less thinking about using it with a TNC.  I just passed my
General so I have renewed interest in it.

BTW, I found some old photos of our belated friend and his "toon town"
model T.  Should I post them?

I can't believe I will soon be the same age he was when I first met him...

On Sat, Jul 28, 2018, 3:36 PM Kenneth Pettit  wrote:

> Hi all,
>
> The cassette input HW/SW "measures" the pulse width of the HIGH period of
> a square wave generated from the input sine wave.  A count > 21 is '1'
> while a count < 21 is a '0' (or is it the other way around...don't have the
> book in front of me).
>
> So if a count value can be found to discriminate between 1200 and 2200Hz,
> then it *might* be possible.  The question then becomes an issue with
> keeping up with the 1200 baud rate.
>
> Ken
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> On Jul 28, 2018, at 11:53 AM, John R. Hogerhuis  wrote:
>
>
>
> On Sat, Jul 28, 2018 at 10:14 AM, Douglas Quagliana 
> wrote:
>
>> I'd like to know if there's a way to get the cassette port to recognize
>> AX.25 Bell 202 packet radio tones (1200 Hertz and 2200 Hertz at 1200
>> baud).  I think the cassette port audio input pin get routed to the CPU but
>> it only knows "HI" and "LO" so I don't think it can detect sinewave
>> waveforms, but I would really like to be proven wrong on this. If it
>> worked, it would let you run packet radio right off the cassette port and
>> use the cassette motor as a push-to-talk.
>>
>>
> The cassette protocol is based on measuring time between zero crossings.
> My understanding agrees with yours that unlike, say, the Coco, the cassette
> hardware cannot be used for general A/D conversion.
>
> -- John.
>
>
On Sat, Jul 28, 2018, 3:36 PM Kenneth Pettit  wrote:

> Hi all,
>
> The cassette input HW/SW "measures" the pulse width of the HIGH period of
> a square wave generated from the input sine wave.  A count > 21 is '1'
> while a count < 21 is a '0' (or is it the other way around...don't have the
> book in front of me).
>
> So if a count value can be found to discriminate between 1200 and 2200Hz,
> then it *might* be possible.  The question then becomes an issue with
> keeping up with the 1200 baud rate.
>
> Ken
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> On Jul 28, 2018, at 11:53 AM, John R. Hogerhuis  wrote:
>
>
>
> On Sat, Jul 28, 2018 at 10:14 AM, Douglas Quagliana 
> wrote:
>
>> I'd like to know if there's a way to get the cassette port to recognize
>> AX.25 Bell 202 packet radio tones (1200 Hertz and 2200 Hertz at 1200
>> baud).  I think the cassette port audio input pin get routed to the CPU but
>> it only knows "HI" and "LO" so I don't think it can detect sinewave
>> waveforms, but I would really like to be proven wrong on this. If it
>> worked, it would let you run packet radio right off the cassette port and
>> use the cassette motor as a push-to-talk.
>>
>>
> The cassette protocol is based on measuring time between zero crossings.
> My understanding agrees with yours that unlike, say, the Coco, the cassette
> hardware cannot be used for general A/D conversion.
>
> -- John.
>
>

[M100] Ham radio

[Jeff Gonzales]

Anyone still using their Model T for ham radio?

Re: [M100] Model 102 Black Nothing After Y2K ROM install

[Jeff Gonzales]

where can I get a Y2K ROM?

On Mon, Jun 4, 2018, 7:02 PM Greg Swallow  wrote:

> Same symptoms with known good ROM installed.
>
> - Original Message -
> From: "Fugu ME100" 
> To: m...@bitchin100.com
> Sent: Monday, June 4, 2018 3:06:56 PM
> Subject: Re: [M100] Model 102 Black Nothing After Y2K ROM install
>
> The 102 Ref manual is on this page
> http://www.club100.org/library/libdoc.html of the club 100 site.  This
> should help 
>
>
> Does it work with the original ROM in the socket?
>
>
>
> 
> From: M100  on behalf of Greg Swallow <
> gswal...@mchsi.com>
> Sent: Monday, June 4, 2018 22:50
> To: m...@bitchin100.com
> Subject: [M100] Model 102 Black Nothing After Y2K ROM install
>
> After fixing the M102 keyboard and replacing the top-case went so well, I
> figured I'd go ahead and put in a Y2K ROM. Removed the old and put in
> machined headers to have a makeshift socket. M102 powers up, contrast can
> go light/dark on the screen, but nothing else. Checked the solder joints
> and related traces on the PCB with and without the ROM. Unit has good
> batteries and 6VDC. I've done this before -- twice, so this one has me in a
> quandary. I am limited to my Fluke 77/BN for testing. Have not been able to
> find the M102 Service Manual anywhere to have more reference. Did notice
> the LCD ribbon was a bit pushed in (one wire worth) on the keyboard side of
> the ribbon.
>
> With that I pose the question of, any ideas?
>
> Appreciate anything,
>
> GregS <><
>

Re: [M100] New 102 owner.

[Jeff Gonzales]

Resell it on ebay as an exotic vintage PC.

On Nov 22, 2017 12:34, "Bob"  wrote:

> Picked up a 102 at a flea market this weekend.  It has a label on front
> that says "Paladin MC-1"  And on the back it says Paladin Measuring System,
> which seems to be out of business.  There were also the standard Tandy
> labels on the back.
>
> Put batteries in and it fired right up.  In addition to the standard menu,
> it also has an entry for MC1.  So I would assume it has an option ROM.
>
> It also came with a long coiled serial cable, 25 pin to 9 pin.
>
> I think I got a fair deal, paid $0.25 for it.   Now to figure out what I
> am going to do with it.
>
>

Re: [M100] Hard cover for the Model 100!

[Jeff Gonzales]

"exotic"  lol.

On Tue, Nov 7, 2017 at 1:58 PM, Brian White  wrote:

> The simplest way to make that cover is by just vacuum forming.
>
> You soften a sheet of plastic with heat, and suck it down to conform to he
> mold with vacuum. It's a very doable diy kind of project. You have to build
> a special box, but the parts are not expensive and the tech is low and
> simple. People made all kinds of things that way in the 40s-80s before
> everyone fell in love with these exotic 3d printers.
>
> On Tue, Nov 7, 2017 at 12:50 PM, Gregory McGill 
> wrote:
>
>> unfortunately the build area of a 3d printer is still pretty small like
>> 6x6in..  there's taller ones but the diameter is still pretty small, you'd
>> have to glue the parts together to get much bigger
>>
>> Greg
>>
>> On Tue, Nov 7, 2017 at 9:44 AM, Frederick Whitaker > > wrote:
>>
>>> I was looking at the 1992 copies of Portable 100, and in the Club100 ad
>>> I saw a hard cover for the Model 100. I am always carrying mine to places
>>> where I am concerned that I have to take special care to protect the
>>> keyboard and screen.  Does anyone know anything about this. I think that
>>> with the new 3D printers it would be feasible to develop a pattern, or
>>> someone with such a printer might volunteer to make a few of these covers.
>>> I could use two of them if they ever become available.
>>>
>>> Fred Whitaker
>>>
>>
>>
>

Re: [M100] Another eBay Alert

[Jeff Gonzales]

Lol.

On Sep 5, 2017 8:54 AM, "Roger Mullins"  wrote:

> That free shipping, tho...
>
> http://www.ebay.com/itm/172851121752?ul_noapp=true
>
>

Re: [M100] Tandy 102 with BoosterPak on eBay

[Jeff Gonzales]

Make offer, drop a zero.

On Jul 5, 2017 23:55, "Gary Weber"  wrote:

> It'll have to be a serious collector feeling rather nostalgic who picks
> this one up for $450:
>
> http://www.ebay.com/itm/Tandy-102-Portable-Computer-Booster-
> Pack-Works-/122583197227
>
> Gary.
>
>

[M100] Alcor

[Jeff Gonzales]

Any alcor guys on our list?

Re: [M100] Hello (again) from a newly-minted ham radio operator

[Jeff Gonzales]

Digital ham radio modes.

On Jan 11, 2017 9:02 PM, "Ken Pettit" <petti...@gmail.com> wrote:

> Hey Jeff,
>
> What do yo umean by "digital stuff"?  I do digital stuff every day
> (designing a 14nm ASIC).  With 7 mm^2 of unused die area, I keep thinking
> how cool it would be to shove a full M100 implementation in there.  :)
>
> Ken
>
> On 1/11/17 11:03 AM, Jeff Gonzales wrote:
>
> anyone doing any digital stuff?  what's all the rage these days?  what
> about managing to still incorporate an m100?
>
> On Wed, Jan 11, 2017 at 1:47 PM, Phil Wheeler <w...@socal.rr.com> wrote:
>
>> Many of us go back and forth, Josh: Just wait awhile :-)
>>
>> Phil W7OX
>>
>> On 1/10/17 3:14 PM, Josh Malone wrote:
>>
>> I guess i went the other other way - cleared out my ham gear and piled my
>> desk full of vintage computers. It was fun but I guess I lost interest.
>>
>> -Josh
>> (Formerly KG4NGV)
>>
>> On Jan 10, 2017 3:05 PM, "Howard Pepper" <ac...@brighthouse.com> wrote:
>>
>>> Congratulations on passing your Tech and General exams, and welcome back
>>> to the community!
>>>
>>> 73, Howard
>>> AC4FS
>>>
>>> On 01/10/2017 02:02 PM, Mark Wickens wrote:
>>>
>>>
>>> On Tue, 10 Jan 2017 at 18:52, Roger Mullins <km4...@gmail.com> wrote:
>>>
>>>> Hi all-
>>>>
>>>> I was actually a member of this list several years back, but I've sort
>>>> of neglected my M100 the last little bit (two young kiddos tend to
>>>> monopolize free time!).  Anyhow, I passed my Technician and General exams a
>>>> few months ago for my amateur radio license and have been learning the
>>>> ropes as an operator.  In my search for a good way to log contacts I
>>>> happened across Ron Wiesen's programs and that led me to dust off my 100
>>>> and... here I am.  Looking forward to being back in the community!
>>>>
>>>> 73, Roger KM4WVE
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> Congratulations - I went the other way, sold my Tandy Model collection
>>> to fund my new amateur radio habit!
>>>
>>> Best of luck, Mark.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>
>
>

Re: [M100] Hello (again) from a newly-minted ham radio operator

[Jeff Gonzales]

anyone doing any digital stuff?  what's all the rage these days?  what
about managing to still incorporate an m100?

On Wed, Jan 11, 2017 at 1:47 PM, Phil Wheeler  wrote:

> Many of us go back and forth, Josh: Just wait awhile :-)
>
> Phil W7OX
>
> On 1/10/17 3:14 PM, Josh Malone wrote:
>
> I guess i went the other other way - cleared out my ham gear and piled my
> desk full of vintage computers. It was fun but I guess I lost interest.
>
> -Josh
> (Formerly KG4NGV)
>
> On Jan 10, 2017 3:05 PM, "Howard Pepper"  wrote:
>
>> Congratulations on passing your Tech and General exams, and welcome back
>> to the community!
>>
>> 73, Howard
>> AC4FS
>>
>> On 01/10/2017 02:02 PM, Mark Wickens wrote:
>>
>>
>> On Tue, 10 Jan 2017 at 18:52, Roger Mullins  wrote:
>>
>>> Hi all-
>>>
>>> I was actually a member of this list several years back, but I've sort
>>> of neglected my M100 the last little bit (two young kiddos tend to
>>> monopolize free time!).  Anyhow, I passed my Technician and General exams a
>>> few months ago for my amateur radio license and have been learning the
>>> ropes as an operator.  In my search for a good way to log contacts I
>>> happened across Ron Wiesen's programs and that led me to dust off my 100
>>> and... here I am.  Looking forward to being back in the community!
>>>
>>> 73, Roger KM4WVE
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> Congratulations - I went the other way, sold my Tandy Model collection
>> to fund my new amateur radio habit!
>>
>> Best of luck, Mark.
>>
>>
>>
>

Re: [M100] Telnet BBS

[Jeff Gonzales]

Geez, couldn't they think of a better text color to use than green?

On Tue, May 10, 2016 at 1:16 PM, Gregory McGill <arcadeshop...@gmail.com>
wrote:

> for windows/linux/mac I reccomend syncterm over telnet .. syncterm does
> ansi better: http://syncterm.bbsdev.net/
>
> On Tue, May 10, 2016 at 6:14 AM, Jeff Gonzales <gonzobra...@gmail.com>
> wrote:
>
>> Hey Party People,
>>
>> So I gave it a whirl!  I had to set up telnet on Windows 7 first as it's
>> not available right away anymore like previous versions of Windows.
>>
>> The easiest way to do it is this way:
>>
>>
>> http://tweaks.com/windows/48535/how-to-install-telnet-with-only-one-command/
>>
>> What do I have to do to get access to Tradewars 2002?  Also, is it
>> possible to play Geopolitiks on this BBS?
>>
>> gb
>>
>> On Tue, May 10, 2016 at 1:40 AM, Gary Weber <m100l...@gweber.org> wrote:
>>
>>> Greg,
>>>
>>> So this is the same "The KEEP BBS" that I believe I dialed into back in
>>> the 80s?  Are you local to the Portland Oregon area??
>>>
>>> Gary
>>>
>>>
>>> On Mon, May 9, 2016 at 6:31 PM, Gregory McGill <arcadeshop...@gmail.com>
>>> wrote:
>>>
>>>> Being as most phone companies offer free long distance. I can only
>>>> offer my suggestion that you request that for a reasonable price. And then
>>>> dial my BBS:
>>>>
>>>> The KEEP BBS since 1983
>>>> The KEEP currently has one modem online and available 24/7 supporting
>>>> baud rates up to 38400 baud at 503 646 2407
>>>> You can telnet to The KEEP at thekeep.net
>>>>
>>>> I'm happy to add a model 100 section to the file area if there is
>>>> interest.I have a ftp client on the BBS but it seems to be incompatible
>>>> with whtech, been working on that with Don but no answers yet.
>>>>
>>>> Greg
>>>>
>>>> On Mon, May 9, 2016 at 3:48 PM, John Martin <
>>>> johnjessemar...@outlook.com> wrote:
>>>>
>>>>> Back in 1985 to 1995. I used my TRS 80 Model 100 to call up local BBS
>>>>> here in Colorado Springs, CO. But most of these BBS in my city no longer
>>>>> exist. Since 1995. I do not know how to call TELNET or any BBS outside the
>>>>> 80906 zip code. I wish there was a FREE toll free 800 or 888 number. So I
>>>>> can use my home telephone land line to call a existing BBS connected to my
>>>>> TRS 80 Model 100.
>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>> Being 51 years old. I still live in the technology of the 1980's and
>>>>> 1990's.
>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>> John M.
>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>> Date: Sun, 8 May 2016 18:45:40 -0400
>>>>> From: Jeff Gonzales <gonzobra...@gmail.com>
>>>>> To: Model 100 Discussion <m100@lists.bitchin100.com>
>>>>> Subject: Re: [M100] telnet bbs
>>>>> Message-ID:
>>>>> 

Re: [M100] Mdeol 100 FACEBOOK group

[Jeff Gonzales]

anyone ever try photobucket?
On May 6, 2016 6:57 PM, "Duane Adrian"  wrote:

>
> *Come on people. Everyone has the right to access any forum, list or
> FACEBOOK. *
>
>
> *Yes, some people might like the M100 list. Some people like FACEBOOK. Who
> really cares. *
>
> *Mike Stein and John Hogerhuis. You BOTH need to just respect what TRS 80
> Model 100 user do and what they access on the internet. M100 list  is not
> the "GOD M100 list" out there to access. Many people create webpages,
> Facebook groups and other related information pertaining to the TRS 80
> Model 100.*
>
> *Duane A.*
>
> From: "Mike Stein" 
> To: "Model 100 Discussion" 
> Subject: Re: [M100] my Model 100 facebook group
> Message-ID: 
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8"
>
> Don't get your shorts in a knot, Gary; I merely said that it's a shame
> that he chose Facebook to host his pictures instead of one of the many
> other sites which do not require logging in and joining, thereby excluding
> a number of folks like myself from seeing and presumably enjoying what he
> has to show.
>
> Most people are aware that quite a few people will not or can not join
> Facebook, and when they want to share something with folks outside that
> walled garden they choose a universally accessible site instead.
>
> m
>   - Original Message -
>   From: Gary Weber
>   To: Model 100 Discussion
>   Sent: Thursday, May 05, 2016 9:41 PM
>   Subject: Re: [M100] my Model 100 facebook group
>
>
>   Wait, we're not really going to debate the merits of the existence of a
> Facebook group, are we?
>
>
>   Is the point that just because not *everyone* is on Facebook, people
> shouldn't create Facebook groups because it cannot include everyone?
>
>
>   Rubbish.  If the people already on Facebook want to have a group to talk
> about a certain topic, they should have that freedom.  Just like the people
> who are into HAM radio can have discussions across their own medium, that
> also excludes people that *DON'T* have a HAM license.
>

Re: [M100] Club100.Org Down

[Jeff Gonzales]

says "connection refused" in my browser.

On Tue, Mar 29, 2016 at 10:13 AM, Kurt McCullum 
wrote:

> Is it just my internet access here at work or is Club100.org down?
>
>

Re: [M100] Freewrite machine for writing

[Jeff Gonzales]

No arrow keys? Must have been designed by the iPad team.
On Mar 3, 2016 17:54, "Mike Stein"  wrote:

> By any chance does anyone here have an old Dreamwriter IR? I'd really love
> to read the owner's manual; most things are straightforward but a few have
> me stymied.
>
> TIA,
>
> m
>
> - Original Message -
> From: "Peter Vollan" 
> To: "Model 100 Discussion" 
> Sent: Thursday, March 03, 2016 4:28 PM
> Subject: Re: [M100] Freewrite machine for writing
>
>
> >I have an "AlphaSmart 2000", it is very distraction free. It uses a
> > two way PS2 cable to send text straight into a PC word processor as if
> > you are typing from a keyboard, and also has an IR port. Even smaller
> > than the Model 100.
> >
> >
> > On 26 February 2016 at 21:33, Willard Goosey  wrote:
> >> It seemed appropriate.  :-)
> >>
> >> Willard
> >> Sent from Samsung tablet
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>  Original message 
> >> From John Gardner 
> >> Date: 02/26/2016 9:07 PM (GMT-07:00)
> >> To Model 100 Discussion 
> >> Subject Re: [M100] Freewrite machine for writing
> >>
> >>
> >> ...https://xkcd.com/862/...
> >>
> >>   :)   Thanks,  Willard.
>

Re: [M100] off topic: Radon in houses

[Jeff Gonzales]

I would send my own testing guy to avoid getting cheated.  If I found radon
gas, I'd just demolish the house and build a uranium mine.  I'm sure I'd
find some buyers!  lol.

On Thu, Feb 4, 2016 at 10:27 AM, Josh Malone  wrote:

> The radon test (and mitigation if needed) is common here in US, Virginia
> as well. The test is a standard part of the pre-purchase home inspection.
> Just be careful that unscrupulous sellers don't move the tester outside
> while you're not looking and then put it back in the morning to evade the
> test. If the test comes back *so* negative that it's unbelievable, it
> probably is. :(
>
> -Josh
>
> On Thu, Feb 4, 2016 at 9:11 AM, Mitch Parker  wrote:
>
>> Steve,
>>
>> That is a known carcinogen. Removal of that has to be detailed and is
>> expensive. I worked in a building undergoing abatement years ago. Combine
>> that with the Americans with Disabilities Act regs and Its cheaper to knock
>> down older buildings and replace them.
>>
>> On Thu, Feb 4, 2016 at 9:07 AM Stephen Adolph 
>> wrote:
>>
>>> thanks Mitch;
>>> Shocking that it isn't in the building code at all, really.
>>> I have similar thoughts about asbestos - which is safe to install
>>> apparently but expensive as heck to get rid of.
>>>
>>> My friend with the 2700 Bq/m^3 reading - just bought his house - from
>>> family! ouch.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> On Thu, Feb 4, 2016 at 8:12 AM, Mitch Parker  wrote:
>>> > We discovered this when selling our house and after we had raised
>>> infants
>>> > there. Putting the fan in was not even a question. This should be
>>> mandatory
>>> > for buying a house.
>>> >
>>> > We also warned our neighbors.
>>> >
>>> > On Thu, Feb 4, 2016 at 7:53 AM Stephen Adolph 
>>> wrote:
>>> >>
>>> >> Hi everyone,
>>> >>
>>> >> Here in Canada we tend to have uranium in the ground, and hence radon
>>> >> gas can show up in basements.  I had an interesting experience with
>>> >> this over the holidays.
>>> >> If you want to know if you have radon, you can get a sample kit from
>>> >> Home Depot, mail it away, and get a test result.  That's cool, but one
>>> >> time, one place.
>>> >> I purchased an electronic meter that actively reads the radon levels,
>>> >> so I could first measure, and then map out the radon levels around my
>>> >> house.
>>> >>
>>> >> The end result was realizing that the basement sump was somewhat
>>> >> strong source of radon.  Although my house on average was below the
>>> >> threshold of 200 Bq/m^3, my sump had a reading of over 600.  A friend
>>> >> of mine measured his sump and got a reading of 2700!
>>> >>
>>> >> So over the holidays I purchased a "radon fan" and built a venting
>>> >> apparatus to capture the air in the sump and vent it out the side of
>>> >> the house.  Now my house reads radon levels basically equal to
>>> >> atmospheric.
>>> >>
>>> >> So - wondering if anyone else has had a similar experience?
>>> >>
>>> >> I was initially worried about "discovering" radon in my house but
>>> >> really, it is so common.  I don't think enough people are aware.  The
>>> >> fix in my case was relatively easy and not expensive at all.
>>> >>
>>> >> ...Steve
>>>
>>
>

Re: [M100] http://www.littlecherubentertainment.com/cherub-store/

[Jeff Gonzales]

will it be on netflix?

On Wednesday, December 16, 2015, Lee Kelley  wrote:

> Hey guys, and gal's, I know this is not directly related to the m100 but I
> was told that you might be interested in a movie I was in and part of
> production of.  It's direct to DVD right now although we will have it in
> some theaters.
>
> You can watch the trailer at www.sitwmovie.com and it can be purchased at
> http://www.littlecherubentertainment.com/cherub-store/
>
> And I did keep a prop list on my m100 for the movie.
>
> Thanks.
>
> --
> *"I will never in my lifetime make a film that cannot be seen by the whole
> family"*  Arther P. Jacobs
>


-- 
Sent from Gmail Mobile

Re: [M100] USB "juice pack"

[Jeff Gonzales]

no wheezing the juice!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nPn6sqGUM5A

On Thu, Dec 3, 2015 at 3:28 PM, John R. Hogerhuis  wrote:

> You know I guess I never said why I was interested in the juice packs
> relative to M100.
>
> Basically it is to power a Pi as a storage device and internet bridge yet
> still be mobile.
>
> But then I thought, since we have the extra weight anyway, what if the
> M100 could be powered from the same juicepack. It would give a little extra
> justification to schlep around the juicepack and PI setup.
>
> Otherwise, yeah... the M100 is already portable enough.
>
> -- John.
>

Re: [M100] USB "juice pack"

[Jeff Gonzales]

I just got one of these:

http://www.amazon.com/Schumacher-XP2260-Instant-Portable-Source/dp/B004EIAADG

It should power my m100 for awhile.  :)

On Wed, Dec 2, 2015 at 10:57 PM, Peter Vollan  wrote:

> What we need is a USB to adaptaplug cable.
>
>
> On 27 November 2015 at 13:40, Brad Whitlock 
> wrote:
> > The juice packs should put out 5V, the same as you'd get from 4
> rechargeable
> > batteries, so it should just be a matter of making a cable with USB on
> one
> > end and the right size coax power on the other.
> >
> > Alkaline AA battery capacity ranges from 1800-2600 mAH, so for a 2200 mAh
> > juice pack I'd expect the M100 to run about as long as it does on
> alkaline
> > AAs.  Make sense?
> >
> > Brad
> > 
> > From: John R. Hogerhuis 
> > To: Model 100 Discussion 
> > Sent: Friday, November 27, 2015 2:57 PM
> > Subject: [M100] USB "juice pack"
> >
> > Anyone know what it takes to use the phone charger "juice packs" to run a
> > M100?
> >
> > Is there an off the shelf connector or converter needed or would I
> > have to build something myself?
> >
> > I have a handful of vendor swag cheapie units laying around. Running a
> > Raspberry Pi off one of them.
> >
> > -- John.
> >
> >
>

Re: [M100] counterfeit parts

[Jeff Gonzales]

Have any of you guys been to Shenzhen?

On Wed, Nov 4, 2015 at 8:46 PM, Josh Malone  wrote:

> True. Particularly, I hadn't considered that it might be a pull.  Guess
> there's no shortage of those there, either. cheap labor, lots of discarded
> equipment and zero testing might just be profitable.
>
> :-(
> On Nov 4, 2015 8:34 PM, "John Gardner"  wrote:
>
>> ...seems like an *awfully* generic and low-cost part to bother
>> counterfeiting...
>>
>> Nothing is thrown away in China.
>>
>> When times are good, a goodly amount of  "counterfeits" are factory
>>
>> production rejects. When times are less good and demand slackens.
>>
>> value is engineered out at the factory to suit whatever price the market
>>
>> commands.
>>
>> And then there are the "real" counterfeiters...:)
>>
>

Re: [M100] Tandy 200 for $100

[Jeff Gonzales]

Wow!  Ebay says it can be financed for $17 a month, too!  lol.

On Sun, Oct 25, 2015 at 8:45 PM, Duane Calvill 
wrote:

> While browsing the internet. I found a working Tandy 200 for $100 Buy It
> Now price.
>
> Just sharing the info in case anyone is looking for one.
>
>
> http://www.ebay.com/itm/Tandy-200-Portable-Computer-1985-1-STILL-WORKS-/252113256506?hash=item3ab31f003a:g:DvMAAOSw3ydVwWoA
>

Re: [M100] OT Geopoitiks BBS Door

[Jeff Gonzales]

Hi Russell,

Yeah, that first link was the only one I managed to find.  They don't allow
anonymous FTP anymore.  I'll check out the second one.  I do remember it
being in Pascal.


Thanks,
Jeff

On Tue, Apr 21, 2015 at 11:37 AM, Russell Flowers rflow...@gmail.com
wrote:

 Here is a modified version (look for GEOPOLITIK door Game. Enhanced by
 Scott Baker) but I don't see any source code.

 http://archives.thebbs.org/ra93a.htm


 Then here is the website of Dr. Scott Baker, the source might actually be
 in here ( *When Super Powers Collide. This was going to be my own
 replacement for Geopolitics. I wrote the bulk of it using a laptop on the
 way to a camping trip. But unfortunately, it has sat in the bit bucket
 since I got back.*)

 http://www.smbaker.com/games/old-source-code (looks like Pascal...?)

 On Tue, Apr 21, 2015 at 1:16 PM, Jeff Gonzales gonzobra...@gmail.com
 wrote:

 Hi everyone,

 Does anyone remember an old BBS Door called Geopolitiks ?  It was a
 multi-player global war game I used to play on various BBSes back in the
 80s and 90s.

 I managed to find the source code for it a few years back but my hard
 drive was stolen.

 I figured maybe someone on the list would remember it.

 Thanks,
 Jeff

[M100] OT Geopoitiks BBS Door

[Jeff Gonzales]

Hi everyone,

Does anyone remember an old BBS Door called Geopolitiks ?  It was a
multi-player global war game I used to play on various BBSes back in the
80s and 90s.

I managed to find the source code for it a few years back but my hard drive
was stolen.

I figured maybe someone on the list would remember it.

Thanks,
Jeff

Re: [M100] OT Geopoitiks BBS Door

[Jeff Gonzales]

It might be the connection I'm using.  I'll try again when I go home.  When
you downloaded it what was inside the ZIP?

On Tue, Apr 21, 2015 at 11:57 AM, Russell Flowers rflow...@gmail.com
wrote:

 Hmm, I was able to download the first one using my browser.

 On Tue, Apr 21, 2015 at 1:53 PM, Jeff Gonzales gonzobra...@gmail.com
 wrote:

 Hi Russell,

 Yeah, that first link was the only one I managed to find.  They don't
 allow anonymous FTP anymore.  I'll check out the second one.  I do remember
 it being in Pascal.


 Thanks,
 Jeff

 On Tue, Apr 21, 2015 at 11:37 AM, Russell Flowers rflow...@gmail.com
 wrote:

 Here is a modified version (look for GEOPOLITIK door Game. Enhanced by
 Scott Baker) but I don't see any source code.

 http://archives.thebbs.org/ra93a.htm


 Then here is the website of Dr. Scott Baker, the source might actually
 be in here ( *When Super Powers Collide. This was going to be my own
 replacement for Geopolitics. I wrote the bulk of it using a laptop on the
 way to a camping trip. But unfortunately, it has sat in the bit bucket
 since I got back.*)

 http://www.smbaker.com/games/old-source-code (looks like Pascal...?)

 On Tue, Apr 21, 2015 at 1:16 PM, Jeff Gonzales gonzobra...@gmail.com
 wrote:

 Hi everyone,

 Does anyone remember an old BBS Door called Geopolitiks ?  It was a
 multi-player global war game I used to play on various BBSes back in the
 80s and 90s.

 I managed to find the source code for it a few years back but my hard
 drive was stolen.

 I figured maybe someone on the list would remember it.

 Thanks,
 Jeff