8 Oct
2002
8 Oct
'02
7:54 p.m.
Duh, memory fades ... PL259!
To: cctalk(a)classiccmp.org
From: Jim Battle <frustum(a)pacbell.net>
Subject: Re: What video monitor for SOL-20?
At 02:23 PM 10/8/02 -0400, Ben Bridgwater wrote:
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Jim Battle == frustum(a)pacbell.net
I've just acquired an old Processor Technology
SOL-20, and wonder if
anyone can advise on what video monitors are compatible with it (how
about an old IBM monochrome monitor - hercules compatible?), and what the
video connector on the back is (huge 1/2" dia. coax connector) - are the
mating connectors still available?
Second, I'm planning to use my PC sound card to record/playback in lieu
of a tape recorder (more reliable, less hassle), and wonder if anyone has
done the same with any success?
Thanks,
Ben
It should hook up to any monitor that you might find in north america, BW
preferrably. The only weirdness is the PL59 connector, so you may have to
build a PL59 to BNC or what-have-you cable to connect it to your
monitor. I picked up a 9" B&W security monitor for $10 at a swap meet and
it has worked just fine.
Here's where I get to plug my web site:
http://www.thebattles.net/sol20/sol.html
You may want to seek out the section on repairing the keyboard.