Simon computer

I love the comment about a warning sign for the computer :)! I have a perverted sense of humor, and that fits right in :). I've had a number of requests for scans of the Simon manual, but the problem is one of copyrights. A number of years ago, someone got copies of the articles I've never pursued that, but I am certainly aware of it. I've got the original Radio-Electronics issues, the subsequent reprint and scans of the reprint. I have a better scanner now, and they need to be rescanned. Also FWIW, the Radio-Electronics magazines have color illustrations where they are in B&W for the reprint. Not much of a problem except the color makes it MUCH easier to follow, since some of the signals being discussed in the text are highlighted in red, and are not as obvious in the reprint. The next question then is what would it be worth to provide a working unit similar to the original (would need to use more modern relays, and the stepper could be a problem)? Making a simple electronic paper tape reader wouldn't be hard as there are a number of plans for a manual "pull the tape through by hand" designs to read the tape. I would think a PIC would make for a very simple and cheap design. Personally, I like the idea of seeing a hand wired chassis with laced wiring, but it certainly would take some time. What about a PC board with all of the grunt wiring done and laid out for a current relay? What would be the price point at which it might sell? Thanks! ********** ********** **********