[cctalk] Re: What to take to a vintage computer show

2024-05-07 Thread emanuel stiebler via cctalk
On 2024-05-07 12:29, John Foust via cctalk wrote: At 09:52 PM 5/1/2024, Fred Cisin via cctalk wrote: In the early days of the Atari ST and Commodore Amiga, (and I may have the two reversed in the following anecdote), Atari had a nice display of a bouncing checkered beach ball. Amiga had

[cctalk] Re: What to take to a vintage computer show

2024-05-07 Thread John Foust via cctalk
At 09:52 PM 5/1/2024, Fred Cisin via cctalk wrote: >In the early days of the Atari ST and Commodore Amiga, (and I may have the two >reversed in the following anecdote), Atari had a nice display of a bouncing >checkered beach ball. Amiga had almost nothing. >But, the second day, everybody except

[cctalk] Re: What to take to a vintage computer show

2024-05-02 Thread ben via cctalk
On 2024-05-01 11:26 p.m., Ali via cctalk wrote: Don't forget to bring a towel. Sellam The fact that we all probably got that reference is the amazing part. -Ali What no white mouse trap!

[cctalk] Re: What to take to a vintage computer show

2024-05-02 Thread John Herron via cctalk
Less interesting answer but being multiples of any cables you're relying on. If presenting, multiple HDMI/output cables (I've seen HDMI cables not work in specific setups and another cable would for unknown reasons). Display cards or tags describing what you have on the table and what is

[cctalk] Re: What to take to a vintage computer show

2024-05-02 Thread Mike Katz via cctalk
I had a similar experience at VCF Midwest where the line voltage was as low as 90 VAC.  My area was without power for about 2 hours during setup. On 5/2/2024 11:01 AM, Douglas Taylor via cctalk wrote: I learned at VCF East this year that I should have brought an UPS to make sure that my

[cctalk] Re: What to take to a vintage computer show

2024-05-02 Thread Bill Degnan via cctalk
I agree on the UPS! Power can be inconsistent at shows On Thu, May 2, 2024, 12:02 PM Douglas Taylor via cctalk < cctalk@classiccmp.org> wrote: > I learned at VCF East this year that I should have brought an UPS to > make sure that my vintage equipment had good, clean AC power. My PDP11 > kept

[cctalk] Re: What to take to a vintage computer show

2024-05-02 Thread Douglas Taylor via cctalk
I learned at VCF East this year that I should have brought an UPS to make sure that my vintage equipment had good, clean AC power.  My PDP11 kept on resetting during the show. Doug On 5/1/2024 9:53 PM, Brad H via cctalk wrote: Just reaching out to anyone who has exhibited at a vintage

[cctalk] Re: What to take to a vintage computer show

2024-05-02 Thread Bill Degnan via cctalk
A lot of people regret it later because they dont think they'll need it when packing but I always bring a bathing suit just in case. The vcf exhibitor pool is a nice way to relax after a long day of showing. On Thu, May 2, 2024, 1:13 AM Sellam Abraham via cctalk < cctalk@classiccmp.org> wrote:

[cctalk] Re: What to take to a vintage computer show

2024-05-02 Thread CAREY SCHUG via cctalk
And a long scarf? --Carey > On 05/02/2024 12:26 AM CDT Ali via cctalk wrote: > > > > > > Don't forget to bring a towel. > > > > Sellam > > The fact that we all probably got that reference is the amazing part. > > -Ali

[cctalk] Re: What to take to a vintage computer show

2024-05-01 Thread Ali via cctalk
> > Don't forget to bring a towel. > > Sellam The fact that we all probably got that reference is the amazing part. -Ali

[cctalk] Re: What to take to a vintage computer show

2024-05-01 Thread Sellam Abraham via cctalk
On Wed, May 1, 2024, 8:03 PM Fred Cisin via cctalk wrote: > Our booth bimbo gave herself the title, "BAIT" > > -- > Grumpy Ol' Fred > Boobs And Invitation Technician? Sellam >

[cctalk] Re: What to take to a vintage computer show

2024-05-01 Thread Sellam Abraham via cctalk
On Wed, May 1, 2024, 7:48 PM Jim Brain via cctalk wrote: > > My paper, pens, pencils, post it, duct tape, batteries, cash, blank > disks, memory cards, blank CDs, blank DVDs, small ethernet cable, small > USB cables (the rollup kind) are all in my computer bag, so they go > everywhere, as well

[cctalk] Re: What to take to a vintage computer show

2024-05-01 Thread Fred Cisin via cctalk
On Wed, 1 May 2024, Jim Brain via cctalk wrote: Games are always a good draw, even if that seems like cheating. In the early days of the Atari ST and Commodore Amiga, (and I may have the two reversed in the following anecdote), Atari had a nice display of a bouncing checkered beach ball.

[cctalk] Re: What to take to a vintage computer show

2024-05-01 Thread Jim Brain via cctalk
On 5/1/2024 9:21 PM, Fred Cisin via cctalk wrote: Bring lots of business cards.  Even if you aren't running a business, it's a lot better than standing there writing your contact information for everybofy that you want to stay in touch with. Well, or a couple pieces of paper with QR codes for

[cctalk] Re: What to take to a vintage computer show

2024-05-01 Thread Fred Cisin via cctalk
Bring lots of business cards. Even if you aren't running a business, it's a lot better than standing there writing your contact information for everybofy that you want to stay in touch with. paper, pens, pencils, post-it notes, stapler, duct tape, voltmeter, batteries, flashlight, cash,