[cctalk] Re: 11/15, 11/20 systems and parts, more

2024-01-28 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
A quick update: The seller and I have not been able to reach a deal on any of this. He is looking for ebay or higher prices, and nothing is complete. It appears it is bits and pieces leftover from scrapping years ago. Thanks, Paul On Wed, Oct 18, 2023 at 8:56 PM Paul Anderson wrote: > I am

[cctalk] Re: WTB: PSU for DEC PDP8F

2024-01-14 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
13, 2024 12:21:52 AM EST, Paul Anderson via cctalk < > cctalk@classiccmp.org> wrote: > >Hi Ray, > > > >Do you just need the regulator? I think the part # is 54-09728 or 54- > >09827. I'll try to look it up this weekend. > > > >Paul > > >

[cctalk] Re: WTB: PSU for DEC PDP8F

2024-01-12 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
Hi Ray, Do you just need the regulator? I think the part # is 54-09728 or 54- 09827. I'll try to look it up this weekend. Paul On Fri, Jan 12, 2024 at 12:18 AM Raymond Robinson via cctalk < cctalk@classiccmp.org> wrote: > Hi there, > > I need a power supply for my PDP8F computer. > It is

[cctalk] Re: 11/15, 11/20 systems and parts, more

2023-10-30 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
Hi Michael, I might be able to part out a system. Any idea what one is worth? Paul On Fri, Oct 20, 2023 at 3:58 AM Michael Thompson via cctalk < cctalk@classiccmp.org> wrote: > The RICM has an empty 11/20 chassis and the power supply. All it needs is > the processor backplanes. Is there any

[cctalk] Re: PDP 11/40 power supply question

2023-10-22 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
I haven't looked at this in a long time, but I believe the H742 "bulk power supply" puts out a voltage to the regulators to convert to the required voltages. I don't remember what the voltage is. Paul On Sun, Oct 22, 2023 at 3:27 AM Chris Zach via cctalk wrote: > > >

[cctalk] Re: 11/15, 11/20 systems and parts, more

2023-10-21 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
The DD11-PK is used only on the 11/04 and 11/34. The 11/05 had 4 dedicated backplanes to use. Pick the one you want to match the configuration you need. Paul On Sat, Oct 21, 2023 at 11:42 AM Chris Zach via cctalk < cctalk@classiccmp.org> wrote: > Interesting. Would a DD11-PK be usable as a

[cctalk] Re: 11/15, 11/20 systems and parts, more

2023-10-20 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
I might. Do you need the boards also? I'm up now if you want to call. Paul 217 766 7690 On Fri, Oct 20, 2023 at 3:58 AM Michael Thompson via cctalk < cctalk@classiccmp.org> wrote: > The RICM has an empty 11/20 chassis and the power supply. All it needs is > the processor backplanes. Is there

[cctalk] Re: 11/15, 11/20 systems and parts, more

2023-10-20 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
Hi Devin, I'm up for a few minutes now, or call me after 7 or so any night. Paul On Fri, Oct 20, 2023 at 1:35 AM devin davison via cctalk < cctalk@classiccmp.org> wrote: > I have a few systems in rough shape, and need parts. Let me know what you > find, i am interested. I mainly run my unibus

[cctalk] 11/15, 11/20 systems and parts, more

2023-10-18 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
I am working on a deal which includes several PDP11/15 or 20s. I will be looking at them next week and hope to get more details. I will look for exact model numbers and configuration.At least 2 of them have non DEC silkscreens on the front panel. Also a selection of 11/05 and 11/10 including 5

[cctalk] Re: VCFMW

2023-09-10 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
connect a 11/750 to a CI-network. > > > Thanks, > Pierre > > > - > http://www.digitalheritage.de > > > > > > > Am Montag, 4. September 2023 um 06:58:47 MESZ hat Paul Anderson via cctalk

[cctalk] Apollo motherboard 013034, 246402-01 available

2023-09-07 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
Dated 1988, refurb?

[cctalk] VCFMW

2023-09-05 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
I plan on arriving around noon, and leaving around 6ish. I have most Q-bus and MicroVAX CPU and memory boards along with options and non-DEC boards. In UNI-BUS, I have MOS and core sets plus most options. I can't take everything with me, and whatever doesn't sell at VCFMW can be shipped (small

[cctalk] Re: VCFMW

2023-09-03 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
I just found a box of 11/150 and 11/780 prints including FP750, FP780 and CI780.I have other prints and manuals of which some are available. If you like compatible boards I have over 100 Dilog, Emulex, CMD, etc boards I also have BA11-M, N, and S Qbus boxes and several hundred boards. I can

[cctalk] Re: VCFMW

2023-09-03 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
-Ken > > > On Sat, Sep 2, 2023 at 9:52 PM Paul Anderson via cctalk < > cctalk@classiccmp.org> wrote: > > > I am located about 2 hours south of Chicago, by Champaign, where 1-72, > > I-57, and I-74 meet. > > > > I also forgot to mention I fo

[cctalk] Re: VCFMW

2023-09-03 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
The DECSTATIONS are: 5000/25 2) 5000/125 5000/133 2) 5000/200 Also a bunch of BA350, BA356, etc.storage works towers, with a selection of power supplies, drives, etc. On Sat, Sep 2, 2023 at 3:27 AM Paul Anderson wrote: > I've started pulling parts for people who have requested them

[cctalk] Re: VCFMW

2023-09-02 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
I am located about 2 hours south of Chicago, by Champaign, where 1-72, I-57, and I-74 meet. I also forgot to mention I found a box of new punchcards and several plotter pen holders. On Sat, Sep 2, 2023 at 3:27 AM Paul Anderson wrote: > I've started pulling parts for people who have requested

[cctalk] VCFMW

2023-09-02 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
I've started pulling parts for people who have requested them and keep finding things I had forgotten. A few things of possible interest include: PDP-8A parts including backplanes, most CPU boards, 128K, MM board MM8-AA/AB 8-E boxes and boards DECMATE Rainbow, and PRO systems and parts A few

[cctalk] vcfmw

2023-08-26 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
If anyone wants any DEC gear brought up to wcfmw, please contact me off list. If anyone is driving out from the NJ area, I have a few pieces of audio equipment I need to get transported to IL. I also collect US and foreign coins and currency, and am interested in buying or trading for DEC

[cctalk] VCFMW DEC and other gear

2022-08-11 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
If all goes well I will be driving up to WCFMW on Friday, Sep 9th, with a van loaded with DEC and PC items. If you are interested in any DEC gear, please contact me as early as possible so I can get it loaded. If you want to stop here on your way to or from VCFMW, please contact me ASAP to set

Re: Did I send you an IBM typewriter?

2022-04-15 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
Sorry, not me. On Fri, Apr 15, 2022 at 6:18 PM Van Snyder via cctalk wrote: > If you're the guy I sent an IBM typewriter to, contact me. I found a > spring that was part of it. I thought I had lost it forever. > > Van Snyder > van.sny...@sbcglobal.net > >

Re: rotron caravel fan used in DEC and other cabinets

2022-02-20 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
I'm sorry, I meant info on rebuilding, bearing replacement and sources for bearings. That's what I get for sleep typing at 4:30. Thanks, Paul On Sun, Feb 20, 2022 at 4:33 AM Paul Anderson wrote: > Does anyone have a video or printed procedure they can send me or point me > somewhere that

rotron caravel fan used in DEC and other cabinets

2022-02-20 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
Does anyone have a video or printed procedure they can send me or point me somewhere that could help? Thanks, Paul

MG10 parts

2022-01-31 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
While moving some things around I found the following: 7 M8588 6 M8591 6 M8592 4 M8593 14 M8594 All appear to be NOS. I also found : G103 G222 G223 M911 Which I did not count, and they seem to be memory related, but I haven't checked to see which memory they are from. If you have any

Re: RK11-C indicator panel inlays?

2021-12-07 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
If anyone needs a backplane or two please contact me off list. Thanks, Paul On Mon, Dec 6, 2021 at 11:02 PM Fritz Mueller via cctalk < cctalk@classiccmp.org> wrote: > > On 12/6/21 5:50 PM, Mike Katz via cctalk wrote: > > For other boards without gold fingers where would you recommend and how >

Re: Rk05 to RK8E cables

2021-11-11 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
Hi Mike, I have M930s, but not sure about any M933s. Thanks, Paul On Wed, Nov 10, 2021 at 11:08 AM Mike Katz via cctalk wrote: > This weekend I'm picking up an RK05 drive that does not have the M993 to > 40 pin berg cables and may not have the M930 terminator. > > I know that Roland designed

Re: Micropolis 1525 stuck heads

2021-09-21 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
I have about a dozen or so 1325,1335, and 1355 drives here, also some earlier ones (some have the DEC label) RD50, 51,52, and even a few 54s. If anyone is interested, please contact me off list. Thanks, Paul On Mon, Sep 20, 2021 at 1:14 AM Chris Zach via cctalk wrote: > That is

vcfmw

2021-09-09 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
Due to health problems I won't be able to attend vcfmw this year. I live just outside Champaign, IL, I-57 & I-74, about 2 hours south of I-80, and 2 hours west of INDY. If anyone is interested in l buying anything I should be home a few days before, during and after WCFMW. Please email me with

Re: DEC weights

2021-05-24 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
I think the site prep guide had weights listed. On Mon, May 24, 2021 at 1:00 AM Fritz Mueller via cctalk < cctalk@classiccmp.org> wrote: > > > On May 23, 2021, at 9:14 PM, Marc Howard via cctech < > cct...@classiccmp.org> wrote: > > In my case I'm looking for the weight of an RK05 and full

Re: Wanted: Info on Optisys/Optidisk WORM file system

2021-02-13 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
I think the DEC one was the RX20 or RZ20. It will take a while to find it, but I'll check the model number.. Paul On Fri, Feb 12, 2021 at 2:12 PM jim stephens via cctalk < cctalk@classiccmp.org> wrote: > > > On 2/12/2021 11:46 AM, Chuck Guzis via cctalk wrote: > > On 2/11/21 9:31 AM, Chuck

Re: DEC RK11-C Disk Controller - on ebay...or is it?

2021-02-09 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
I have two backplanes and a diablo drive if anyone is interested. Paul On Mon, Feb 8, 2021 at 11:38 PM Ethan Dicks via cctalk < cctalk@classiccmp.org> wrote: > On Mon, Feb 8, 2021 at 10:22 PM Fritz Mueller via cctalk > wrote: > > Yup, RK11-C, and it seems complete (modulo drive cables and >

Re: DEC ADV11-D Analog to Digital converter with DMA

2020-10-17 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
I think they were made by Data Translation. On Fri, Oct 16, 2020 at 8:00 PM Jerry Weiss via cctech < cct...@classiccmp.org> wrote: > On 10/16/20 5:34 PM, Mark Matlock via cctech wrote: > > I recently acquired an ADV11-D Qbus A/D board and having been > working on a RSX11M+ driver for it. It

Re: H960 repo stabiliser feet redux

2020-05-24 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
Very nice!! On Sun, May 24, 2020 at 2:24 AM Steve Malikoff via cctalk < cctalk@classiccmp.org> wrote: > Here's my conclusion to the H960 stabiliser feet thread from a while ago > where I was after measurements of > the originals. And thanks for all the help from cctalk (especially Noel) > who

Re: ISO: Diablo 30 heads

2020-05-13 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
I have Diablo 30 or 31 and 2 RK11-C backplanes here. If anyone here is interested, please contact me off list.

Re: Wanted, Papertape Reader for Archiving Tapes

2020-04-28 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
I have several, but can only get to a few RS232 readers. If you are interested I'll try to get the model numbers later this week. I also have several REMEX interfaces probably Unibus, possibly a Omnibus. Paul On Tue, Apr 28, 2020 at 11:21 PM Tony Duell via cctalk < cctalk@classiccmp.org> wrote:

Re: PMI memory error

2020-04-23 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
I have a stack of them here if you need them. I think they are $175 each, $150 each for 2 or more, + $12.50 shipping for any qty. Paul On Thu, Apr 23, 2020 at 5:40 PM Glen Slick via cctalk wrote: > On Thu, Apr 23, 2020 at 3:30 PM Chris Zach via cctalk > wrote: > > > > Error 47 > > Memory CSR

Re: pdp11/05 key?

2020-04-10 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
That should have been 2 different naked minis. On Fri, Apr 10, 2020 at 10:42 PM Paul Anderson wrote: > I have two unused different models here.I can text pics if you want. If > you want to make an offer, > contact me off list. > > Paul > > On Thu, Apr 9, 2020 at 12:43 PM Nigel Johnson via

Re: pdp11/05 key?

2020-04-10 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
I have two unused different models here.I can text pics if you want. If you want to make an offer, contact me off list. Paul On Thu, Apr 9, 2020 at 12:43 PM Nigel Johnson via cctalk < cctalk@classiccmp.org> wrote: > How about a CA Naked Mini, I may have a picture somewhere! > > On 09/04/2020

Re: Fwd: Crypto AG

2020-02-18 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
I started this with good intentions, and I thought the post was on topic. I did not want to start any political arguments, or any arguments for that matter. In my opinion, the intelligence community is the Real World. Few citizens, in most countries, have little idea what happens in the military,

Re: Fwd: Crypto AG

2020-02-18 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
Hi Jos, True, but I don't talk about information that may still classified. If it's already in the media, it's fair game. Thanks, Paul On Thu, Feb 13, 2020 at 3:47 AM jos via cctalk wrote: > On 13.02.20 10:13, Paul Anderson via cctalk wrote: > > I thought some list members m

Re: Wire list for the RKV11-D Qbus RK05 controller backplane anywhere?

2020-02-13 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
Were you looking to buy a RKV11-D? On Wed, Feb 12, 2020 at 4:34 AM Steve Malikoff via cctalk < cctalk@classiccmp.org> wrote: > Would anyone know whether there is a backplane wire list diagram anywhere > for the RKV11-D Qbus RK05 controller > like the one on eBay a few days ago? > > I didn't get

Fwd:

2020-02-13 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
I thought some list members might find this interesting. I still like what the British did and the tunnel under Berlin.

Re: Interesting device on eBay -- CDC clock generator?

2020-01-17 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
I have several TEK boards like these. I thought they were delay lines to keep signals in sync. I had a friend tell me what he thought they were, but I'll have to call him to refresh me feeble memory. On Fri, Jan 17, 2020 at 2:36 AM jim stephens via cctalk < cctalk@classiccmp.org> wrote: > > > On

Re: Odd Symptom PDP 8e Running Programs

2019-12-18 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
It doesn't sound like a drive problem, but I always recommend doing the servo adjustments after moving a RK05. Do not do the head alignment. On Sun, Dec 15, 2019 at 11:10 AM Bill Degnan via cctech < cct...@classiccmp.org> wrote: > Hi - I am looking for some help. > > I have had a PDP 8e with

Re: DEC CR11

2019-12-04 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
I pretty much agree with everyone. It's been a few years, but I'm 98+% sure the M8291 should work with all DEC branded Documation card readers. I'm still looking for a cable for a few people, but I do have a board if you need one. Please contact me off list. On Wed, Dec 4, 2019 at 11:08 AM

Re: Who changed the gravitational constant (Dec pdp11 stuff)

2019-11-23 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
I seem to recall that when the ribbon cable is in backwards, the fault light comes on. Paul On Fri, Nov 22, 2019 at 7:55 PM Chris Zach via cctalk wrote: > Normally my answer would be "no". *However* there is mention that > changing 3 jumpers on an RL02 will allow you to read an RL01 pack (not

Re: RX01 wants

2019-11-17 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
I think you mean RX11. I'll see if I have any I can spare. Isn't the BC05L-15 folded up in the case? Or did they put a short one to the back of the box? I can't remember now. There are 3 or so screws on on each side that hold the bottom of the box on. The same screw and holes are used for the

Re: Remex reader/punch PDP-11 interface board manuals on eBay

2019-11-12 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
I have one 114143, which looks like the one in the first link, and a few 109881, one of which is a reader only. If anyone is interested, I have them out now. Please contact me off list. Thanks, Paul On Tue, Nov 12, 2019 at 7:18 PM Paul Anderson wrote: > Thanks Steve. I'll try to look for

Re: Remex reader/punch PDP-11 interface board manuals on eBay

2019-11-12 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
Thanks Steve. I'll try to look for them tonight. On Tue, Nov 12, 2019 at 7:03 PM Steve Malikoff via cctalk < cctalk@classiccmp.org> wrote: > Paul said > > I have a few of the boards, If anyone is interested, I can find them and > > post the part numbers. > > I think they made a few for PDP-8s,

Re: Remex reader/punch PDP-11 interface board manuals on eBay

2019-11-12 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
I have a few of the boards, If anyone is interested, I can find them and post the part numbers. I think they made a few for PDP-8s, and if so, I could have a few of those. Paul On Tue, Nov 12, 2019 at 5:15 PM Steve Malikoff via cctalk < cctalk@classiccmp.org> wrote: > Just wondering if anyone

Re: Andromeda disk controller diag/format disk found

2019-11-05 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
Where hey a blue board or handles? I think I have a few around here. On Tue, Nov 5, 2019 at 11:10 AM Jon Elson via cctalk wrote: > If anybody has an Andromeda Q-bus MFM hard drive/floppy > controller, I have dug up the diags/utilities disk for it. > This will boot from the floppy on an LSI-11

Re: Looking for DEC RA80 (or RM80, R80) service manual (EK-ORA80-SV or similar)

2019-11-05 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
alk@classiccmp.org> wrote: > On 22/10/2019 04:38, Paul Anderson via cctalk wrote: > > RA81 Maint Guide AA-M879B-TC > > Online > > > > RA80 MG AA-M186B-TC > > > Online > > > RM80 POCKET SERV GUIDE EK-0RM80-PG-001 > > Seemingly not online

Re: Estate sale

2019-10-29 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
I know 8 items are getting harder to find, but I didn't know they were that hard to find. I think I still have a few of each kind around here. On Tue, Oct 29, 2019 at 10:41 PM Ethan Dicks via cctalk < cctalk@classiccmp.org> wrote: > On Tue, Oct 29, 2019 at 9:15 PM Jeffrey S. Worley via cctalk >

Re: Introduction and need help bringing some pdp11's back

2019-10-29 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
Hi Chris, I have a lot of the parts you might need. Please feel free to contact me off list Thanks, Paul On Tue, Oct 29, 2019 at 11:28 AM Chris Zach via cctalk < cctalk@classiccmp.org> wrote: > Hi all! > > Re-subscribing to this list after a 20+ year "vacation" while raising > kids. I was

Re: Looking for DEC RA80 (or RM80, R80) service manual (EK-ORA80-SV or similar)

2019-10-21 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
I have RA60 prints, with notes, RA81 Maint Guide AA-M879B-TC RA80 MG AA-M186B-TC RM80 POCKET SERV GUIDE EK-0RM80-PG-001 RA81 Field Maint print set MP-01359? I also have prints and or manuals for RP04/5/6 RK611, RK06/07 TUxx and parts for mass bus devices which I will never use.

Re: Looking for DEC RA80 (or RM80, R80) service manual (EK-ORA80-SV or similar)

2019-10-20 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
I pulled some RA60, R80, R81, etc. prints and manuals earlier, but left them in the basement when I came upstairs.I will bring them up tomorrow and put out a list. Thanks, Paul On Sun, Oct 20, 2019 at 5:47 PM Josh Dersch via cctalk < cctalk@classiccmp.org> wrote: > On Fri, Oct 18, 2019 at 1:45

Re: Strange DEC stuff.

2019-10-16 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
Hi Mattis, I think It's PDP-14 stuff also. I'd be interested in trading for it to put it with the rest of my 14 stuff. Thanks, Paul On Wed, Oct 16, 2019 at 3:09 PM Mattis Lind via cctalk < cctalk@classiccmp.org> wrote: > An ex-DEC engineer offloaded some strange stuff that was going to the

Off topic- precision tooling

2019-10-04 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
I have a sizable quantity or tooling for sale or trade including : circular blades, mostly Levin, 1 1/4 d, 1/4 arbor from .008 to 03 and probably others. drill bits- Levin. 13mm, .0028" etc.and 15 tubes only some labeled, B & D, Cleveland decimal sets, Precision twist and other companies sizes

Re: Computer Automation Naked Mini circuit boards

2019-10-02 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
I have two Naked Minis, possible unused, That I would love to find a home for. On Wed, Oct 2, 2019 at 4:31 AM Roland via cctech wrote: > Hello, > I was wondering if anyone has a Computer Automation Naked Mini. > I have these boards and I have no clue what to do with it. So if anyoneis >

Re: DEC RP04 service manual available

2019-09-21 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
I think I have a DDU, AKA off line tester. On Sat, Sep 21, 2019 at 2:40 AM Evan Koblentz via cctalk < cctalk@classiccmp.org> wrote: > I know of two RP04 drives in the wild. One belongs to a private > collector. VCF has the other. > >

Re: DEC RP04 service manual available

2019-09-21 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
I think I have a DDU, AKA off line tester. On Sat, Sep 21, 2019 at 2:40 AM Evan Koblentz via cctalk < cctalk@classiccmp.org> wrote: > I know of two RP04 drives in the wild. One belongs to a private > collector. VCF has the other. > >

Re: KiCad pcb file

2019-09-19 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
I know someone out west who makes boards for DEC systems. If you want , I'll look for his contact info this weekend. Paul On Wed, Sep 18, 2019 at 4:09 PM systems_glitch via cctalk < cctalk@classiccmp.org> wrote: > We have to clean it up but we've got the pattern for a quad height > prototype

MSV11

2019-09-12 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
Hi Doug, If you are going to VCFMW, I can bring you a DEC M8044 for $25. Need anything else? Thanks, Paul

Re: Data General/Rolm milspec systems

2019-09-06 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
RAF Chicksands, and to Ops building probably couldn't withstand anything bigger than a AK 47 or M16 hit. The RAF commander couldn't ever get into our building. I think he was in charge of grounds keeping, Etc. USAFSS , before they changed the command name = NSA. On Fri, Sep 6, 2019 at 1:10 PM

Re: ROLM - Dat general 1602 - AN/UYK-19 computers.

2019-09-06 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
We had a DG ROLM at my last base. Not Navy, but USAF. I don't remember which model, but it was a pretty reliable system. I have ideas, but not sure why we needed a ruggedised computer next to a potato field. On Thu, Sep 5, 2019 at 11:55 PM Craig M. via cctalk wrote: > Good Morning, >

VCFMW DEC items (and compatibles)

2019-08-26 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
If anybody wants any DEC items brought up there for pickup or to do any trading, please let me know so I can plan accordingly. If you want to stop by here, please make arrangements ASAP. I plan on going up Friday afternoon and returning Saturday evening. Thanks, Paul

Re: GW-DEC-1: A New DEC Prototyping Board

2019-08-15 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
Hi Jonathan, If you are looking for someone to make the boards, I know someone in CA. I'll try to dig up his contact info this weekend. Paul On Wed, Aug 14, 2019 at 7:14 PM systems_glitch via cctalk < cctalk@classiccmp.org> wrote: > Connor Krukosky and I have been working on laying out a new

Re: Help ID'ing a PDP-8/A Omnibus board

2019-08-09 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
I have a bunch of Sunstrand and other NC/CNC boards here, but I thing they were labeled as Sunstrand. I don't remember ever seeing that one, and not sure if I have any for an 8. Most of the ones I have are Unibus. Paul On Thu, Aug 8, 2019 at 11:24 AM systems_glitch via cctalk <

Re: looking for a 7-track reel tape controller

2019-08-07 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
I think you could change heads in a TU10 and add or take out a few boards. I've worked on 7 and 9 track versions in the day. On Wed, Aug 7, 2019 at 6:43 PM Michael Thompson via cctech < cct...@classiccmp.org> wrote: > > > > thanks a lot for your hint to the DEC controller. I wasn't aware that

Re: eBay: PDP-8/A KL8A serial line card

2019-08-07 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
$325?? On Wed, Aug 7, 2019 at 10:30 AM Noel Chiappa via cctalk < cctalk@classiccmp.org> wrote: > This item: > > https://www.ebay.com/itm/133136230586 > > is poorly titled, so people's searches might not find it; the M8319 is a > KL8A > 4 channel EIA RS232 or 20mA current loop serial hex I/O

Re: A few VT-320 and keyboard questions

2019-08-01 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
the cables are known to bad fairly often. Get a known good cable to test them.. On Wed, Jul 31, 2019 at 10:31 PM Adam Thornton via cctech < cct...@classiccmp.org> wrote: > > > > On Jul 31, 2019, at 7:25 PM, systems_glitch > wrote: > > > > You can use a LK201 or the seemingly less desirable

VCFMW drop offs and visits

2019-07-17 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
If anyone going to VCFMW needs any (mosyly) DEC items dropped off there please let me know so I can plan ahead. Trades are sometimes workable for other DEC equipment, even more so for US and foreign coins and currency. I plan on arriving Friday afternoon and returning Saturday night. If anyone

VCFMW

2019-07-17 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
If anyone from the UK is coming over to VCFMW and would be willing to bring me some nice crisp uncirculated currency I will be happy to trade you for US currency or DEC computer items. I can make up a list over the next few days. I don't know when the new 50 is coming out, and I'm also interested

M7819 DZ11 boards and others for parts

2019-07-11 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
I have a ton of DEC boards that I will probably never use. I sell off what I can, when I can, but have large quantities of some and no need for them. I have to do something and I like recycling cans and plastic, but not computer parts. If anyone can use these or any other DEC board, feel free to

Re: DEC MS630/M7609 Question

2019-07-10 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
DEC used to use the first letter of the suffix for density, and the second letter for the chip manufacturer. On Wed, Jul 10, 2019 at 12:08 PM Glen Slick via cctalk < cctalk@classiccmp.org> wrote: > > The simple answer is to install it in a uVAX2 system and see what it > > says :-) > > Or look up

Re: advice upcoming visit to Bletchley Park / comp museum

2019-07-07 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
I was thinking of going over for a visit, but try to fly into Luton and save a lot of travel. If I want to go to London, take the train. Paul On Sun, Jul 7, 2019 at 1:24 AM Dave Wade via cctalk wrote: > > -Original Message- > > From: William Donzelli > > Sent: 07 July 2019 01:56 > >

Re: "half-dollar"/"50 cent piece" Was: Recovering the ROM of an IBM 5100 using OCR

2019-06-30 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
I have US half dollar coins (JFK) trom 2017, and maybe later they were in proof sets, unc sets, and banks should have them for general circulation. On Mon, Jul 1, 2019 at 12:50 AM Fred Cisin via cctalk wrote: > I think that half-dollar and small dollar are still officially in > circulation.

Re: "half-dollar"/"50 cent piece" Was: Recovering the ROM of an IBM 5100 using OCR

2019-06-30 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
The banks I go to usually have a pretty good selection. Every once in a while I'll get a surprise from a teller who has been saving something special for me for a few days. If asked nicely, some tellers will watch for things for you. On Mon, Jul 1, 2019 at 12:37 AM John Herron via cctalk <

Re: OT: "half-dollar"/"50 cent piece" Was: Recovering the ROM of an IBM 5100 using OCR

2019-06-28 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
If the note is in good condition, I'll buy it from you. I've been collecting US coins on and off for years, and started on GB coinage when I lived over there. Now I collect about everything, including currency, AND WILL TRADE COMPUTER ITEMS FOR COINS AND CURRENCY! Paul On Fri, Jun 28, 2019 at

Re: Wanting to get my first classic computer

2019-06-21 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
I still have a rainbow or two and a lot of extra parts. If anyone is interested, please contact me off list.\ Thanks, Paul On Tue, Jun 18, 2019 at 10:54 PM Warner Losh via cctalk < cctalk@classiccmp.org> wrote: > On Tue, Jun 18, 2019 at 8:08 PM Ray Jewhurst via cctalk < >

PDP 11/15

2019-06-18 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
I bought a large package of DEC gear last year and it came with a PDP 11/15. I have no need for this classic, and put it on the list. A few people responded, but because of my problems, I never followed up with them. For those who responded, I apologize for dropping the ball. If anyone is

looking for info on SIMMS

2019-06-12 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
I'm sorting out a bunch of SIMMS and would like to identify the type of system they are from and the size. Does anyone know of any published lists that could help me ID them? So far I have found: MS02 MS02-AA 54-19813-AX Clearpoint D52/8MB Clearpoint 32MB Kingston KTV-5000/32 Kingston KTV

Re: M7264 Troubleshooting

2019-06-07 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
I missed the part of the thread about the memory being disabled. I think the 11/05/10 is the only PDP-11 with a few registers on the CPU that you can run short routines. I also like the built is console SLU. Paul On Fri, Jun 7, 2019 at 9:18 PM Jon Elson via cctalk wrote: > On 06/07/2019 06:19

Re: PDP-11/10 PSU Repair/Warning

2019-06-06 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
Didn't the H7420 , which replaced the H742, use that also? The H742 uses a different one . On Thu, Jun 6, 2019 at 9:07 AM Noel Chiappa via cctalk < cctalk@classiccmp.org> wrote: > > From: Systems Glitch > > > I finally fixed the power supply in my PDP-11/10S ... For those who > >

Re: Modems and external dialers.

2019-06-05 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
I think the DN11 had several options available, but don't recall much about them. I have one left if you need a look at it. Paul On Tue, Jun 4, 2019 at 9:57 PM Phil Budne via cctalk wrote: > See the v6 dn (IV) man page: > > http://man.cat-v.org/unix-6th/4/dn > > NAME > dn - DN-11 ACU

off topic- Hitachi V-1950F(R) and Nicolet 3091storage scope available

2019-06-04 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
Both have manuals, and pics are available. Possibly a few Tek scopes also.. Please contact me off list with any questions or offers. Thanks, Paul

PDP-11 Rack

2019-05-21 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
Hi Thomas, I tried to call but couldn't reach you. I think I can have it picked up before then, but have a few questions. Thanks, Paul 217 766 7690

Re: "industrial" PDP-11

2019-05-17 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
019 12:14 AM, Paul Anderson via cctalk wrote: > > The standard 8s and 11s pretty much became "Industrial" when they were > > paired with the PDP-14 or PDP-16 industrial product lines.. I have > several > > Industrial 8s and 11s. Like Al said, that part was j

Re: "industrial" PDP-11

2019-05-16 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
I'm pretty sure the 11/35 came in a F box too. On Thu, May 16, 2019 at 7:10 AM Noel Chiappa via cctalk < cctalk@classiccmp.org> wrote: > > although the /35 was _usually_ supplied in a BA11-D 10-1/2" box > > Oh, that should be 'early units in the BA11-D; later ones used the BA11-K'. > >

Re: "industrial" PDP-11

2019-05-16 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
The standard 8s and 11s pretty much became "Industrial" when they were paired with the PDP-14 or PDP-16 industrial product lines.. I have several Industrial 8s and 11s. Like Al said, that part was just a change to red and blue, but it was tied to some very specialized equipment. I would be

PDP8-A parts

2019-05-14 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
While digging for a KY11-LB for a fellow list member, I came across a few operators panels and programmer panels for 8-As. Sorry, I don't remember the part numbers. I have extra M8315s, M8316s M8316s, and a bunch of other 8-A boards. Please contact me off list if you have any interest. Thanks,

Re: Looking for DEC M7264-CB Troubleshooting Documentation

2019-05-10 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
If you are running a BA11-M box (3 1/2 inches tall), make sure the 2 fans are running up to speed. They slow as the fans go bad and can cause all kinds of H780 power supply and logic problems. When you shut the box the fans should spin for a few seconds. If they stop within a second, change it.

Re: PDP-11/83 w/FPU?

2019-04-17 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
Are you referring to the M7238 EIS on the 11/40? On Wed, Apr 17, 2019 at 11:45 PM Josh Dersch via cctalk < cctalk@classiccmp.org> wrote: > On Wed, Apr 17, 2019 at 2:58 PM Paul Koning via cctalk < > cctalk@classiccmp.org> wrote: > > > > > > > > On Apr 17, 2019, at 4:36 PM, Ethan Dicks via cctalk

Re: Adding floppy drives to my PDP-11?

2019-04-16 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
Sorry, I've been rather busy lately. I just looked and I have a few RXV11, M7946 left. Paul On Sun, Apr 14, 2019 at 5:29 PM Noel Chiappa via cctalk < cctalk@classiccmp.org> wrote: > > From: Charles Morris > > > it appears that the RXV21 will only work with an RX02 drive... > > So an

Re: Fujitsi 2444AC 9-track tape drive/PDP-11

2019-04-12 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
Hi Eugene, I found my Emulex boards, but found TU13s and not QT13s. I did not look at the S box boards. Then I found a few Cipher Data Products ( AKA Spectra Logic Products) 500A00s. I'm not sure what they are, but they look like re-branded Emulex with different handles. Did Dilog or anyone

Re: Fujitsi 2444AC 9-track tape drive/PDP-11

2019-04-12 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
I should have a few, and will try to check this weekend. Paul On Thu, Apr 11, 2019 at 7:55 PM W2HX via cctalk wrote: > Question to owners of the 2444AC. I have been looking to acquire the > Emulex QT13 but cannot find anything on ebay (I did miss one early on and > wanted to kick myself).

Re: H786 power supply help wanted

2019-03-30 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
Hi Charles, The H786 was standard for the 11/23, BA11-N. The H7861 was for the 11/23+, BA11-S and had afrw more amps of +5 volts. I would start by looking at the electronic caps. I have a few extras here but am pretty busy for the next week or so. Paul On Sat, Mar 30, 2019 at 2:25 PM Charles

Re: Rk611 controller

2019-03-22 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
Hi Brian, I might have one left, but I won't be able to check until next week. I know I have a few RK06 and RK07 packs and two RK07 drives a list member wanted but never picked them up. Thanks, Paul On Thu, Mar 21, 2019 at 12:50 PM Brian Roth via cctalk < cctalk@classiccmp.org> wrote: > I just

Re: Looking for Limited Function Board

2019-02-05 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
Hi Pontus, I looked at my limited function front panels, and they were 54-11507s. I have not looked at any prints. Where did you find the 54-11165 number? Could it be for a Q-bus system? The 50-X is the etched PCB. DEC usually added a 1 to that number to make it complete board. Thanks, Paul

Re: Looking for Limited Function Board

2019-02-04 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
I have a few of the limited function and programmers panels. I do not recall either of them being dependent on particular backplane. I'll try to pull a few a few later and check the part number on them. Remember, a 54-X number can become a 70-X with the addition of a cable or something

Re: 11/70 - original or 570 model more desirable?

2019-01-30 Thread Paul Anderson via cctalk
H960 Paul On Wed, Jan 30, 2019 at 9:49 PM Bill Degnan via cctech < cct...@classiccmp.org> wrote: > Random question > would you prefer having, if you had to pick only one, the original PDP > 11/70 or the newer "blue cabinets" PDP 11/70, assuming both were complete > configurations with racks of

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