[neonixie-l] Bonnie the pig-tailed monkey

Does anyone have any of those symbol nixies used to train Bonnie the pig-tailed monkey for NASA? Similar to the PlayStation symbols of a much later decade. John S -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "neonixie-l" group. To unsubscribe from this group

[neonixie-l] Dieter's IN18 Tube data

Dieter, Could you please change the data on your site for the IN18? Pin 4 is _NOT_ at the front. The whole world copies your website details and makes clocks that are wrong. Best wishes, John -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "neonixie-l" group.

Re: [neonixie-l] Re: How dangerous is 150V - 170V DC?

I am 67 and I regularly get shocks from various nixie supplies I forget to care about. I think it keeps me young, but what do I know? My wife takes a dimmer view of getting shocks from my work bench. A good belt from her is far worse though - have you seen her right-hander? John S On

Re: [neonixie-l] Putting ZM1350 behind perspex

Yes I have used some of the orange translucent acrylic in the past. It improves the contrast somewhat. ⁣Get BlueMail for Android ​ On 11 Oct 2019, 09:28, at 09:28, Richard Scales wrote: >I have a project where I will be using ZM1350's in Smart-Sockets. I >have >used Harwin socket pins on the

[neonixie-l] Smartsocket yahoo group

OK folks, Chris Barron has now made me a moderator of the smartsockets group on Yahoo. I don’t see any pending applications for membership, so if anyone wants to join, then they should do so at: https://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/smartsockets/info

[neonixie-l] Smartsockets

> On 6 Aug 2019, at 18:28, Mahdi Al Husseini wrote: > > Thanks John, tremendously helpful! If you end up becoming a moderator, please > accept my request to join the group. For those not yet in the smartsocket group, Chris Barron posted this to the group today regarding my becoming a

Re: [neonixie-l] ZM1350 Smart Socket Documentation

> On 6 Aug 2019, at 16:42, Mahdi Al Husseini wrote: > > Does anyone have documentation for ZM1350 smart sockets? Supposedly that > information is filed away in the closed yahoo group smartsockets, but no one > has been active there to verify my account to be allowed access. I’ve written to

Re: [neonixie-l] LED Word Clock

Perhaps it’s worth mentioning that Simon Law and collaborated to amend PCBs and code for smartsockets back in 2010, so that they could drive LED ‘Union flag’ ‘Starburst’ ‘Alphanumeric' displays. Details etc on the smartsocket group, which is, as always, at:

Re: [neonixie-l] Bipco units

I have 8 of these Bipcos, with tubes, two sets of four, built into aviation devices. I guess I should do something with them. John > On 15 Jul 2019, at 14:24, 'John Rehwinkel' via neonixie-l > wrote: > >> Those Bipco things aren't documented, so they're pretty useless. > > There's

Re: [neonixie-l] The Ramen Udon Noodle Vending Machine

How many of these machines are still operating I wonder? It seems there are many. Here’s another… https://youtu.be/733T4O1eW4o John S > On 14 Jul 2019, at 07:58, Tidak Ada wrote: > > This reminds me a pommes chips deepfrying vendimg machine that stood at a > railway station here. I can not

[neonixie-l] The Ramen Udon Noodle Vending Machine

The Ramen Udon Noodle Vending Machine with nixie countdown - how did we live without it? https://youtu.be/hgN9BX8aux0 John S -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "neonixie-l" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send

[neonixie-l] Eurorack timing module

I thought this was a rather jolly little video featuring Doepfer Eurorack music synthesiser modules. https://youtu.be/15I2BcjC_VA John S -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "neonixie-l" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails

Re: [neonixie-l] OT - 20 chr VFDs >blech

I now have my displays and the schematic. I have scanned relevant manual pages, power supply, interconnect, display board and component identification. https://www.dropbox.com/s/bltgd4w4o9gonuy/Alvin_G_Display.zip?dl=0 John

Re: [neonixie-l] OT - 20 chr VFDs >blech

Hi Keith, I just found out where my boards are. I got hit with some customs duty and I only just got a bill to say so today. My displays should be with me on Monday now as I’ve sent the government its due. The manual was sent out to me via second class post yesterday, so I might get it

Re: [neonixie-l] OT - 20 chr VFDs >blech

I have a complete manual, inc. schematics, for Alvin G’s 'Dinosaur Eggs' on its way to me. This should be compatible with the VFD display boards. https://www.ipdb.org/search.pl?name=dinosaur+eggs=20=name=advanced Once I have the manual, I’ll scan the relevant pages and post them somewhere.

Re: [neonixie-l] OT - 20 chr VFDs >blech

I am not having much success with a schematic. I just wrote to another contact who may be able to help. I am also not having much success with delivery of the boards either. I received a note that they had cleared UK customs. I received a further message that they tried to deliver to me on

Re: [neonixie-l] audiophiles are crazy...

> On 29 May 2019, at 16:19, Jonathan Peakall wrote: > Audiophools are really on another planet! Occasionally when I am bored I will > go look at cryogenically cables and the like: > https://www.takefiveaudio.com/contents/89-cryo > > Simply

Re: [neonixie-l] OT - 20 chr VFDs >blech

> On 22 May 2019, at 18:13, Jon Jackson wrote: > > John, > > I have a couple of these 20-digit VFD displays. The label says it's a > Noritake itran model FG2013A1 display which is listed as discontinued on the > Noritake web site. > > A search has not come up with a datasheet. Do you have

Re: [neonixie-l] OT - 20 chr VFDs >blech

I don’t have a datasheet, nor do I have my displays yet. My main pinball man has drawn a blank on getting me a schematic and he’s been thorough. The manual is available from Marco in the US and the Australian seller also has manuals - https://www.pinballspareparts.com.au

Re: [neonixie-l] OT - 20 chr VFDs >blech

I don’t have a datasheet, nor do I have my displays yet. My main pinball man has drawn a blank on getting me a schematic and he’s been thorough. The manual is available from Marco in the US and the Australian seller also has manuals - https://www.pinballspareparts.com.au

Re: [neonixie-l] US source for French Enamel Varnish - Fire Red?

> On 20 May 2019, at 16:24, Robert L wrote: > > Hey John, > > From your reply: I have tried water based Pebeo Vitrail and been unable to > get an even coating. > > The product I have on order is specified as a solvent based formulation that > may be thinned with mineral or white spirit...

Re: [neonixie-l] US source for French Enamel Varnish - Fire Red?

I have tried water based Pebeo Vitrail and been unable to get an even coating. It dries quite slowly and I get a gradation as the coating slides down due to gravity. Admittedly I was trying to coat 200mm test tubes, not a small nixie. Maybe it’s OK for that but don’t try and coat a Dalibor.

Re: [neonixie-l] OT - 20 chr VFDs >blech

> On 16 May 2019, at 20:37, Bill Notfaded wrote: > > Did you get your ordered boards John? I'm curious how they come apart. 10 boards, 20 displays, are on their way from Australia to UK as we speak. I just hope I don’t get hammered for import duty. I only went for these because they are 20

Re: [neonixie-l] Pricing Insanity

Was he selling the donkey also? John S > On 12 May 2019, at 22:08, Thomas Kummer wrote: > > I’m tempted to ask the guy if they come with a bottle of KY jelly to shove > ‘em up his ass. lol -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "neonixie-l" group. To

Re: [neonixie-l] OT - 20 chr VFDs >blech

> On 8 May 2019, at 19:01, Dylan Distasio wrote: > > Good point. BTW, just a heads up, but based on the same seller's eBay > listing, it looks like all of these boards being sold were returns initially. Also a good point. I await their arrival to see what dogs I have bought, or not. Best

Re: [neonixie-l] OT - 20 chr VFDs >blech

> On 8 May 2019, at 18:26, Dylan Distasio wrote: > > Thanks, I was about to place an order but the shipping to the US is extremely > expensive, so now I'm debating (It's $64AUD for the cheapest!). Maybe. With US shipping based on 10 PCBs that is US $4 for each 20 character VFD and people

Re: [neonixie-l] First nixie clock: do I need to switch anode?

On 2 May 2019, at 18:41, Paul Andrews wrote: > > I also want to use Osmond to design some simple PCBs on the Mac - I am > interested in producing PCBs that are themselves a work of art (as far as I > can make them), and I think this would be a great project for that. I am a beta tester for

Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18

Seconded. > On 30 Apr 2019, at 20:51, Nick wrote: > > Replies off-list and directly to the vendor please. > > On Tuesday, 30 April 2019 13:57:19 UTC+1, Юрий Овчинников wrote: > Sale IN-18 - 42 pcs. for $45 ea. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

Re: [neonixie-l] Tube/bulbs for colon separators?

I bought a bunch of little neons on Aliexpress in three different sizes. I know some of you despise Aliexpress, but these items arrived very promptly and I have no complaint.

Re: [neonixie-l] Universal Nixie Tube Tester - pro version

On 23 Apr 2019, at 21:32, Paul Andrews wrote: > > Well for me, part of the artistry is creating a device like this. The craftsmanship and technical prowess shown is without question. I think we can all say that it is really excellent. I certainly admire the dedication that has gone into it

Re: [neonixie-l] Universal Nixie Tube Tester - pro version

I am going to be very very naughty here and perhaps play Devil’s advocate if I may, for just a brief moment? Yes it is a wonderful project indeed, the Universal Nixie Tube Tester - pro version™ - one to be admired greatly, but I’ve seen similar things happen to people of all varieties,

Re: [neonixie-l] Unusual Gabel lamp

uld be great to get in touch with the buyer. > Can you find out? > > Cheers > Jens > > On 2019-04-20 7:28 a.m., 【ツ】John Smout wrote: >> I came across this rare lamp for sale today - the guy wants £500 GBP. >> Someone is already in discussion with the seller,

Re: [neonixie-l] Welcome & please introduce yourself!

Interesting VFD project Hannah, I am sure you will find yourself at home here and plenty of good advice should you need it. If you have a problem with sourcing obsolete LM9022 filament driver ICs, you can use an LM4871 - someone here proved it is the same die, just rebadged. John S > On 19

Re: [neonixie-l] B-5971 Smartsocket / Driver

Just be aware that there is sometimes a startup issue with smartsockets. This is something I have experienced myself and others have reported it also. This results in a mangled display. Usually removing and restoring power will cure the issue. Sometimes it might take a couple of tries. Once in

Re: [neonixie-l] Push-pull driving cathodes

I am currently working on a set of multi-digit panaplex displays. One is a 16 digit, 16 segment alphanumeric display and the other is 6 digits and 7 segments. Both were originally intended to be multiplexed across all the digits. There is a 'keep alive’ cathode and an 80v mid rail to keep the

Re: [neonixie-l] ZIN18

I am a moderator of this group. Normally I would defer to Nick to moderate, but I know that he is travelling right now, in places where the internet may not be so accessible. Could people please not air their grievances directly on this forum. I have put a few people on moderated posts which

Re: [neonixie-l] Pinball score reel clock

You really won’t want to hear one of these clocks clattering away in your home for too long. I had a house that was detached from my neighbo(u)r and they asked me if I was using an old typewriter. The correct term in pinball circles for these electromechanical devices are decagon reels. Some

Re: [neonixie-l] GR10G on Ebay

Hi Jens, I have a brand new in box ETL GR10j. The box is complete and good for its age. Not a lab sample. Regards, John S > On 27 Jan 2019, at 15:57, jb-electronics wrote: > > Hello Nixie friends, > > This morning two interesting auctions on a "lab product" version of the GR10J > ended: >

Re: [neonixie-l] Counterfeit RTC modules

Which IC is this? I have a couple of clocks that are gaining time in a similar way to each other. I’ve checked my software and think it must be down to rogue DS3231s. Funny thing is I think the ICs are samples direct from Maxim. John S > On 1 Jan 2019, at 20:43, gregebert wrote: > > Happy

Re: [neonixie-l] Something new something old...

> On 29 Dec 2018, at 05:24, Nick wrote: > > The acrylic cover of my NixieSat is starting to break down (crazing), > probably due to UV, which would be odd as it's never been in direct > sunlight... > > The joints are going too... > > Nick Cast acrylic cracks more than extruded. I’ve had

Re: [neonixie-l] Nixie Slot Machine (concept test)

On 20 Dec 2018, at 14:45, Paul Andrews wrote: > > Wonderful example of applied psychology. Perhaps I should have majored in > that instead of moving to computer science? > > My Uncle used to rent slot machines to pubs (cafes, wherever) in the UK. Once > he showed me inside one - it had

Re: [neonixie-l] Nixie Slot Machine (concept test)

On 20 Dec 2018, at 14:45, Paul Andrews wrote: > > Wonderful example of applied psychology. Perhaps I should have majored in > that instead of moving to computer science? > > My Uncle used to rent slot machines to pubs (cafes, wherever) in the UK. Once > he showed me inside one - it had

Re: [neonixie-l] Nixie Slot Machine (concept test)

Another feature that slot machines use is delayed anticipation - all three numbers do not come up at once, the reels stop a second after each other, just enough time to register the information on the reel that has already stopped. Needless to say, more apparently winning symbols settling on

Re: [neonixie-l] Nixie Slot Machine (concept test)

There is in fact a 50s/60s english slot machine that used nixie tubes. I posted a pic of it in the group ages ago. One of the chief characteristics of the original US slots was that the reels vertically scrolled down so you could see the symbol above the middle line and the symbol below. The

Re: [neonixie-l] IN-4 eagle template

Also don’t forget that there is an online Valve and Socket Calculator for Eagle on Nick’s website: https://www.desmith.net/NMdS/Electronics/soculator.html John S > On 29 Oct 2018, at 23:22, Paul Andrews wrote: > > I uploaded a fix to my library (which is the one you mention below, but with

[neonixie-l] NIMO tube in operation

Firing up a NIMO tube on Youtube - Fran Blanche's Franlab: https://youtu.be/xmWg7CtN0Ac John S -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "neonixie-l" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

Re: [neonixie-l] Heads-up - spammer using this group to harvest email addresses

> On 30 Sep 2018, at 03:47, neonixie-l wrote: > > Hmmm. As an ordinary member, can you see other members' email addresses > either in the digest or from the forum? > > Nick I use the emailed version and can see most people’s email addresses but not all. The ones that I cannot see say ‘X

Re: [neonixie-l] My Nixie Clock

I have just read about the 25% tax that Mr Trump is going to put on Chinese imports to the USA from July 6th. Most electronic components will be taxable. What effect will this have on US manufactured electronic goods or the hobbyist? Will it delay the import of Chinese goods and how will the

[neonixie-l] OT - costly cables

https://www.musicdirect.com/cables/nordost-tyr-2-usb-a-b-10m If this is a USB 2.0 printer cable for $1,899.00 then how much is their USB 3.0 version I wonder? https://www.musicdirect.com/cables/nordost-tyr-2-speaker-cables-pr Speaker cables at $7,699.99 for 3m seems high also. John S -- You

Re: [neonixie-l] PCB fabricator recommendations/comparisons?

On 21 Apr 2018, at 13:35, Paul Andrews wrote: > > Hi, > > I've been using OSHPark to have my designs made up, and they are great, but I > figure I should try a few other manufacturers and recently went to look at > pcbway. So I am wondering if anyone has experience of OSHPark

Re: [neonixie-l] IN1 tubes with no bases...

On 14 Mar 2018, at 14:18, Nicholas Stock <nickst...@gmail.com> wrote: > > That'll teach me to readthanks for that John! > > Hmm, I wonder how easy that would be tooI have a few of these beasties.. > > On Wed, Mar 14, 2018 at 7:08 AM, John Smout <j...@

Re: [neonixie-l] IN1 tubes with no bases...

The auction says he took the IN1s off the bases himself. I wonder how easy it is to do? John S > On 13 Mar 2018, at 21:57, Nicholas Stock wrote: > >

Re: [neonixie-l] My little IN-13 Spectrum Analyser

> On 28 Feb 2018, at 01:26, Nick wrote: > > Lovely as always, Paul. > > Are you using a multiplexed switched capacitor filter like the ltc1059, or > lots of distinct channels? It’s lots of distinct channels - I laid out the PCB :) John S -- You received this

Re: [neonixie-l] Odd clock chip....

> On 27 Feb 2018, at 13:04, Terry S wrote: > > I had to google "bespoke", illiterate 'Merkan that I am. It's an uncommon > usage here. I had to google Merkin, John S -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "neonixie-l" group.

Re: [neonixie-l] Greetings from a eturning member

Hi Chris, Glad to see your moniker pop up again. John > On 15 Feb 2018, at 12:42, fixitsan wrote: > > Hello once again. > > I was undergoing many years of nixie rehabilitation but unfortunately due to > cutbacks the hospital had to close and so here I am again ! > >

[neonixie-l] British Vintage Wireless Society

For British radio spares you could also contact the British Vintage Wireless Society - www.bvws.org.uk - their full colour glossy magazine is well worth having also. John S -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "neonixie-l" group. To unsubscribe from

Re: [neonixie-l] Dial bezel for the DAC10

> On 4 Feb 2018, at 19:19, Terry S wrote: > > That's true of the DAC 90 but not true of the DAC 10, please google the > picture.. It's an ivory plastic bezel surrounding the dial glass, held on > with 4 screws. > > DAC 10 >

[neonixie-l] Dial bezel for the DAC10

> On 4 Feb 2018, at 16:04, Terry S wrote: > > If you have any spares or breakers, I could use a better dial bezel for the > DAC10. As far as I recall, the flat dial fits directly against the cabinet, there is no bezel - what part are you after? I know someone with tons

Re: [neonixie-l] MCU religious wars (OT?)

A high proportion of the people who have wanted to rape my time and (very limited) ability electronic-wise are artists and designers. Which saddens me because I consider myself first and foremost a visual arty type person. At any rate it’s how I have always earned my living until I retired last

Re: [neonixie-l] MCU religious wars (OT?)

> On 24 Jan 2018, at 00:23, Dan Hollis wrote: > > Why is it perfectly ok for people to use libc, ncurses, pthread, pcre, > opengl, etc on linux but using an i2c library on arduino is somehow verboten? I don’t think it is forbidden at all, but it is my observation that

Re: [neonixie-l] mason jar numitrons

On 23 Jan 2018, at 19:54, Paul Andrews wrote: > > I agree. I see nothing wrong with using Arduinos - they opened hardware up to > a huge audience, including me, and they continue to enable rapid prototyping. > Perhaps we could carry on this 'discussion' in other threads, though

Re: [neonixie-l] $78 nixie watch on eBay

Nobody today would sell petroleum under the explosive name of shell, would they? > Here in Dubai we've have a building that in the last couple of years has gone > up in flames not once, but twice... > > It was, and still is, named "The Torch"... > > Nick -- You received this message because