11 Jan
2004
11 Jan
'04
9:31 a.m.
Cleaning out some of the duplicates and other unused stuff.
<http://cgi6.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewSellersOtherItems&userid=rigdonj&
include=0&since=-1&sort=3&rows=50>
Joe
12 Jan
12 Jan
7:20 a.m.
New subject: more COSMAC stuff
I have an INFINITE CORP. Model UC1800 COSMAC "demo machine", quite used,
but complete and it seems to work as far as I can tell. I posted to this
list about it some time ago re: identifying it, but no replies. I have
no documentation. It seems to respond to hex keypad entries, so likely
it's working.
First $20 takes it; I paid $10 for it and I'll pay to pack and ship it.
http://wps.com/temp/dscf1898.jpg
http://wps.com/temp/dscf1899.jpg
tomj
7:22 a.m.
New subject: more COSMAC stuff
I'll take it...
best regards, Steve Thatcher
At 01:09 PM 1/12/2004 -0800, you wrote:
I have an INFINITE CORP. Model UC1800 COSMAC "demo
machine", quite used,
but complete and it seems to work as far as I can tell. I posted to this
list about it some time ago re: identifying it, but no replies. I have
no documentation. It seems to respond to hex keypad entries, so likely
it's working.
First $20 takes it; I paid $10 for it and I'll pay to pack and ship it.
http://wps.com/temp/dscf1898.jpg
http://wps.com/temp/dscf1899.jpg
tomj
11:04 a.m.
New subject: more COSMAC stuff
If you still have it I can paypal the money to you tonight or send you a
money order?
----- Original Message -----
From: "Tom Jennings" <tomj(a)wps.com>
To: "General Discussion: On-Topic Posts Only" <cctech(a)classiccmp.org>
Sent: Monday, January 12, 2004 3:09 PM
Subject: more COSMAC stuff
I have an INFINITE CORP. Model UC1800 COSMAC
"demo machine", quite used,
but complete and it seems to work as far as I can tell. I posted to this
list about it some time ago re: identifying it, but no replies. I have
no documentation. It seems to respond to hex keypad entries, so likely
it's working.
First $20 takes it; I paid $10 for it and I'll pay to pack and ship it.
http://wps.com/temp/dscf1898.jpg
http://wps.com/temp/dscf1899.jpg
tomj
13 Jan
13 Jan
11:02 a.m.
New subject: more COSMAC stuff
It's of course taken, with 10E6 people in line behind the first-comer,
who since he's already Paypal'ed me, is excruciatingly-likely(*) to
receive it.
tomj
* UPS truck swallowed in earthquake, comet crashes to earth on my lab,
robbery, etc, there's always an out somewhere.
On Mon, 2004-01-12 at 17:04, Keys wrote:
If you still have it I can paypal the money to you
tonight or send you a
money order?
----- Original Message -----
From: "Tom Jennings" <tomj(a)wps.com>
To: "General Discussion: On-Topic Posts Only" <cctech(a)classiccmp.org>
Sent: Monday, January 12, 2004 3:09 PM
Subject: more COSMAC stuff
> I have an INFINITE CORP. Model UC1800 COSMAC "demo machine", quite used,
> but complete and it seems to work as far as I can tell. I posted to this
> list about it some time ago re: identifying it, but no replies. I have
> no documentation. It seems to respond to hex keypad entries, so likely
> it's working.
>
> First $20 takes it; I paid $10 for it and I'll pay to pack and ship it.
>
> http://wps.com/temp/dscf1898.jpg
> http://wps.com/temp/dscf1899.jpg
>
>
> tomj
>
>
>
12 Jan
12 Jan
5:02 p.m.
New subject: more COSMAC stuff
Hello
I will take it, and pay you a bit more if necessary.
Thanks
Kurt
I have an INFINITE CORP. Model UC1800 COSMAC
"demo machine", quite used,
but complete and it seems to work as far as I can tell. I posted to this
list about it some time ago re: identifying it, but no replies. I have
no documentation. It seems to respond to hex keypad entries, so likely
it's working.
First $20 takes it; I paid $10 for it and I'll pay to pack and ship it.
http://wps.com/temp/dscf1898.jpg
http://wps.com/temp/dscf1899.jpg
tomj
5:10 p.m.
New subject: more COSMAC stuff 2
Hello Tom
I don't know if I am first to reply but ask that you might consider allowing
someone to purchase it that would most appreciate it rather than awarding it by
opportunity. I have been diligently assembling COsmac systems, docs, etc, for
a website and would make better use of it than someone who just wants the
system. I leave it to your judgement but I am serious in my efforts and would
pay far more for this than you requested.
Thank you for your consideration in this matter,
Kurt
I have an INFINITE CORP. Model UC1800 COSMAC
"demo machine", quite used,
but complete and it seems to work as far as I can tell. I posted to this
list about it some time ago re: identifying it, but no replies. I have
no documentation. It seems to respond to hex keypad entries, so likely
it's working.
First $20 takes it; I paid $10 for it and I'll pay to pack and ship it.
http://wps.com/temp/dscf1898.jpg
http://wps.com/temp/dscf1899.jpg
tomj
5:47 p.m.
New subject: more COSMAC stuff
To the group,
I was intending to just send this to Tom but as I posted to the group instead,
I just wanted to say this. We are all trying to find these systems and after
speaking to several on their intentions and efforts, you can tell where each
person focuses their energies and what they want to achieve. More than a few
of you have websites, virtual museums, and a few, the real variety (usually
housed somewhere out of the way, cost issues, always). I don't have a great
deal of money, but like all of you I do the best I can. It takes alot of time
and patience. This is an area I focus on, but I'm not the only one. I think
systems should go the homes that treat them best, much like children. If there
is someone better, then I gladly cede to them. Didn't want to come off being
arrogant, and apologize if that's how it did. Wasn't my intent.
In 20 years, what will be left if we do nothing? I would like to open a real
museum around here, a goal but it will take time and money, the one is in
supply the other always short. I figure, that if people can't see it, in some
type of meaningful manner, interact with it, they won't appreciate it. Anyway,
if the Cosmac goes elsewhere, then just have to wait for the next one. One
day, I will find an APF Imagination Machine. I already wrote on this but it
got me into the career that I am in today. First system I ever saw. Personal
thing, but I always get the feeling I may never have a chance to find the
system, fearing this is the last one that is coming down the pike. I know
that's not true, but that's the fear, isn't it? The Elf's by the way,
were the
second system I came upone, specifically the Cosmac, still remember the
advertisements. Back then it seemed computers had all the excitement and
potential, and the challenge. Not like today's 'appliances' in the stores and
over the top hype.
Anyway, thanks for reading,
Kurt
13 Jan
13 Jan
11:08 a.m.
New subject: more COSMAC stuff
No offense taken by me. It occurred to me momentarily to try to
determine who would 'best' be the home for this object, but there's no
way I can determine that, and to be honest, it's not a major item. If
you would spend some seconds to imagine the possible scenarios...
highest bid? Most spam? Most upper case pleading?
tomj
On Mon, 2004-01-12 at 23:47, kurtk7(a)visi.com wrote:
To the group,
I was intending to just send this to Tom but as I posted to the group instead,
I just wanted to say this. We are all trying to find these systems and after
speaking to several on their intentions and efforts, you can tell where each
person focuses their energies and what they want to achieve. More than a few
of you have websites, virtual museums, and a few, the real variety (usually
housed somewhere out of the way, cost issues, always). I don't have a great
deal of money, but like all of you I do the best I can. It takes alot of time
and patience. This is an area I focus on, but I'm not the only one. I think
systems should go the homes that treat them best, much like children. If there
is someone better, then I gladly cede to them. Didn't want to come off being
arrogant, and apologize if that's how it did. Wasn't my intent.
In 20 years, what will be left if we do nothing? I would like to open a real
museum around here, a goal but it will take time and money, the one is in
supply the other always short. I figure, that if people can't see it, in some
type of meaningful manner, interact with it, they won't appreciate it. Anyway,
if the Cosmac goes elsewhere, then just have to wait for the next one. One
day, I will find an APF Imagination Machine. I already wrote on this but it
got me into the career that I am in today. First system I ever saw. Personal
thing, but I always get the feeling I may never have a chance to find the
system, fearing this is the last one that is coming down the pike. I know
that's not true, but that's the fear, isn't it? The Elf's by the way,
were the
second system I came upone, specifically the Cosmac, still remember the
advertisements. Back then it seemed computers had all the excitement and
potential, and the challenge. Not like today's 'appliances' in the stores
and
over the top hype.
Anyway, thanks for reading,
Kurt
11:13 a.m.
New subject: more COSMAC stuff
I dunno. It seems a little unfair to people who get the digests, etc.
I know there's a thousand opinions about. I like the idea of picking a
random number between 1 and 1000, and whoever gets closest without going
over gets it. With a 3 day window, that gives everyone a fair chance to
read the posting, respond, and have some hope.
--jc
Tom Jennings wrote:
No offense taken by me. It occurred to me momentarily
to try to
determine who would 'best' be the home for this object, but there's no
way I can determine that, and to be honest, it's not a major item. If
you would spend some seconds to imagine the possible scenarios...
highest bid? Most spam? Most upper case pleading?
tomj
On Mon, 2004-01-12 at 23:47, kurtk7(a)visi.com wrote:
>To the group,
>
>I was intending to just send this to Tom but as I posted to the group instead,
>I just wanted to say this. We are all trying to find these systems and after
>speaking to several on their intentions and efforts, you can tell where each
>person focuses their energies and what they want to achieve. More than a few
>of you have websites, virtual museums, and a few, the real variety (usually
>housed somewhere out of the way, cost issues, always). I don't have a great
>deal of money, but like all of you I do the best I can. It takes alot of time
>and patience. This is an area I focus on, but I'm not the only one. I think
>systems should go the homes that treat them best, much like children. If there
>is someone better, then I gladly cede to them. Didn't want to come off being
>arrogant, and apologize if that's how it did. Wasn't my intent.
>
>In 20 years, what will be left if we do nothing? I would like to open a real
>museum around here, a goal but it will take time and money, the one is in
>supply the other always short. I figure, that if people can't see it, in some
>type of meaningful manner, interact with it, they won't appreciate it. Anyway,
>if the Cosmac goes elsewhere, then just have to wait for the next one. One
>day, I will find an APF Imagination Machine. I already wrote on this but it
>got me into the career that I am in today. First system I ever saw. Personal
>thing, but I always get the feeling I may never have a chance to find the
>system, fearing this is the last one that is coming down the pike. I know
>that's not true, but that's the fear, isn't it? The Elf's by the way,
were the
>second system I came upone, specifically the Cosmac, still remember the
>advertisements. Back then it seemed computers had all the excitement and
>potential, and the challenge. Not like today's 'appliances' in the stores
and
>over the top hype.
>
>Anyway, thanks for reading,
>
>Kurt
>
>
11:32 a.m.
New subject: more COSMAC stuff
Had one of these machines myself back in the day. Wish I had seen the
original post.
On the other hand, I really need to stay focused on my PDP-8 Restoration
Project...
(Just a Reminder)....
If anyone has or knows of any TU-56 DECTAPES (Drives, Media, Empty "Reels"),
please
contact me.
Also interested in any other PDP-8 related items.
Thanks All...
-----Original Message-----
From: cctalk-bounces(a)classiccmp.org
[mailto:cctalk-bounces@classiccmp.org]On Behalf Of J.C. Wren
Sent: Tuesday, January 13, 2004 8:14 PM
To: General Discussion: On-Topic and Off-Topic Posts
Subject: Re: more COSMAC stuff
I dunno. It seems a little unfair to people who get the digests, etc.
I know there's a thousand opinions about. I like the idea of picking a
random number between 1 and 1000, and whoever gets closest without going
over gets it. With a 3 day window, that gives everyone a fair chance to
read the posting, respond, and have some hope.
--jc
Tom Jennings wrote:
No offense taken by me. It occurred to me momentarily
to try to
determine who would 'best' be the home for this object, but there's no
way I can determine that, and to be honest, it's not a major item. If
you would spend some seconds to imagine the possible scenarios...
highest bid? Most spam? Most upper case pleading?
tomj
On Mon, 2004-01-12 at 23:47, kurtk7(a)visi.com wrote:
>To the group,
>
>I was intending to just send this to Tom but as I posted to the group
instead,
>I just wanted to say this. We are all trying to
find these systems and
after
>speaking to several on their intentions and
efforts, you can tell where
each
>person focuses their energies and what they want to
achieve. More than a
few
>of you have websites, virtual museums, and a few,
the real variety
(usually
>housed somewhere out of the way, cost issues,
always). I don't have a
great
>deal of money, but like all of you I do the best I
can. It takes alot of
time
>and patience. This is an area I focus on, but
I'm not the only one. I
think
>systems should go the homes that treat them best,
much like children. If
there
>is someone better, then I gladly cede to them.
Didn't want to come off
being
>arrogant, and apologize if that's how it did.
Wasn't my intent.
>
>In 20 years, what will be left if we do nothing? I would like to open a
real
>museum around here, a goal but it will take time
and money, the one is in
>supply the other always short. I figure, that if people can't see it, in
some
>type of meaningful manner, interact with it, they
won't appreciate it.
Anyway,
>if the Cosmac goes elsewhere, then just have to
wait for the next one.
One
>day, I will find an APF Imagination Machine. I
already wrote on this but
it
>got me into the career that I am in today. First
system I ever saw.
Personal
>thing, but I always get the feeling I may never
have a chance to find the
>system, fearing this is the last one that is coming down the pike. I know
>that's not true, but that's the fear, isn't it? The Elf's by the way,
were the
>second system I came upone, specifically the
Cosmac, still remember the
>advertisements. Back then it seemed computers had all the excitement and
>potential, and the challenge. Not like today's 'appliances' in the stores
and
>over the top hype.
>
>Anyway, thanks for reading,
>
>Kurt
>
>
11:54 a.m.
New subject: more COSMAC stuff
On Tue, 13 Jan 2004, J.C. Wren wrote:
I dunno. It seems a little unfair to people who get
the digests, etc.
I know there's a thousand opinions about. I like the idea of picking a
random number between 1 and 1000, and whoever gets closest without going
over gets it. With a 3 day window, that gives everyone a fair chance to
read the posting, respond, and have some hope.
Well, who's to say what will be in high demand and what won't be? To each
his own.
But I have a solution: everything should get listed to the Vintage
Computer Marketplace, and those who are savvy enough to be checking for
new listings will be the ones who get the good stuff ;)
--
Sellam Ismail Vintage Computer Festival
------------------------------------------------------------------------------
International Man of Intrigue and Danger http://www.vintage.org
[ Old computing resources for business || Buy/Sell/Trade Vintage Computers ]
[ and academia at www.VintageTech.com || at http://marketplace.vintage.org ]
3:06 p.m.
New subject: more COSMAC stuff
On Tue, 13 Jan 2004, J.C. Wren wrote:
I dunno. It seems a little unfair to people who get
the digests, etc.
I know there's a thousand opinions about. I like the idea of picking a
random number between 1 and 1000, and whoever gets closest without going
over gets it. With a 3 day window, that gives everyone a fair chance to
read the posting, respond, and have some hope.
Hey... I like this idea a lot.
-brian.
14 Jan
14 Jan
6:46 a.m.
New subject: more COSMAC stuff
I mean, no offense to anyone, but this is all far too complicated. First
off, people get digests voluntarily -- if I had to implement a voting
scheme I'd keep it on the shelf (or worse) -- fairness has nothing to
with it -- yowza!
tomj
On Tue, 2004-01-13 at 21:06, Brian Chase wrote:
On Tue, 13 Jan 2004, J.C. Wren wrote:
I dunno. It seems a little unfair to people who
get the digests, etc.
I know there's a thousand opinions about. I like the idea of picking a
random number between 1 and 1000, and whoever gets closest without going
over gets it. With a 3 day window, that gives everyone a fair chance to
read the posting, respond, and have some hope.
Hey... I like this idea a lot.
-brian. 
6:42 a.m.
New subject: more COSMAC stuff
Hum... I liked the random number idea. But... here's another thought...
I do NOT have time to do this right now... but what about this: Hack the
mailman list software so that if someone includes a special string as like
the first line of the email (such as *TIME SENSITIVE* or somesuch), the list
software would automatically send the email as a separate email to list
members regardless of their digest settings?
Jay
----- Original Message -----
From: "Tom Jennings" <tomj(a)wps.com>
To: "General Discussion: On-Topic Posts Only" <cctech(a)classiccmp.org>
Sent: Wednesday, January 14, 2004 2:36 PM
Subject: Re: more COSMAC stuff
---
[This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus]
I mean, no offense to anyone, but this is all far too
complicated. First
off, people get digests voluntarily -- if I had to implement a voting
scheme I'd keep it on the shelf (or worse) -- fairness has nothing to
with it -- yowza!
tomj
On Tue, 2004-01-13 at 21:06, Brian Chase wrote:
> On Tue, 13 Jan 2004, J.C. Wren wrote:
>
> > I dunno. It seems a little unfair to people who get the digests, etc.
> > I know there's a thousand opinions about. I like the idea of picking
a
> > random number between 1 and 1000, and
whoever gets closest without
going
> > over gets it. With a 3 day window, that
gives everyone a fair chance
to
read the posting, respond, and have some hope.
Hey... I like this idea a lot.
-brian.
9:38 p.m.
New subject: more COSMAC stuff
I'm sorry I said anything. You could offer something for x number of days, and
collect the names of those who respond and just randomly pick one. Though, I
agreee, the number method gives everyone a chance, and I favor this too, as it
is easy and straight forward.
I'd simply mark the Subject line with something to catches the eye, as the
daily batches tend to be quite numerous at times. I elected not to get the
digests.
Whatever method you use, should be ok, but I think the only issue is giving a
bit more time for everyone to respond.
Kurt
Quoting Jay West <jwest(a)classiccmp.org>rg>:
Hum... I liked the random number idea. But...
here's another thought...
I do NOT have time to do this right now... but what about this: Hack the
mailman list software so that if someone includes a special string as like
the first line of the email (such as *TIME SENSITIVE* or somesuch), the list
software would automatically send the email as a separate email to list
members regardless of their digest settings?
Jay
----- Original Message -----
From: "Tom Jennings" <tomj(a)wps.com>
To: "General Discussion: On-Topic Posts Only" <cctech(a)classiccmp.org>
Sent: Wednesday, January 14, 2004 2:36 PM
Subject: Re: more COSMAC stuff
---
[This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus]
I mean, no offense to anyone, but this is all far
too complicated. First
off, people get digests voluntarily -- if I had to implement a voting
scheme I'd keep it on the shelf (or worse) -- fairness has nothing to
with it -- yowza!
tomj
On Tue, 2004-01-13 at 21:06, Brian Chase wrote:
> On Tue, 13 Jan 2004, J.C. Wren wrote:
>
> > I dunno. It seems a little unfair to people who get the digests, etc.
> > I know there's a thousand opinions about. I like the idea of picking
a
> > random number between 1 and 1000, and
whoever gets closest without
going
> > over gets it. With a 3 day window,
that gives everyone a fair chance
to
read the posting, respond, and have some hope.
Hey... I like this idea a lot.
-brian. 
2 Feb
2 Feb
5:27 a.m.
New subject: $20 cosmac settles in to new home. was: more COSMAC stuff
From: Tom Jennings <tomj(a)wps.com>
I have an INFINITE CORP. Model UC1800 COSMAC
"demo machine", quite used,
but complete and it seems to work as far as I can tell. I posted to this
list about it some time ago re: identifying it, but no replies. I have
no documentation. It seems to respond to hex keypad entries, so likely
it's working.
First $20 takes it; I paid $10 for it and I'll pay to pack and ship it.
http://wps.com/temp/dscf1898.jpg
http://wps.com/temp/dscf1899.jpg
I just wanted to thank the rest of the list for being a little slower than
me that particular day. ;) She's home now and sends her love (Q - bit) to
all. Snapped a few pics of nest and the parts...
http://bellsouthpwp.net/d/o/dogas/u1800a.jpg
http://bellsouthpwp.net/d/o/dogas/u1800b.jpg
http://bellsouthpwp.net/d/o/dogas/u1800c.jpg
http://bellsouthpwp.net/d/o/dogas/u1800d.jpg
http://bellsouthpwp.net/d/o/dogas/u1800e.jpg
http://bellsouthpwp.net/d/o/dogas/u1800f.jpg
It's a wonderful system. Thanks again Tom, and everyone else.. I've got a
cosmac site somewhere that can stand a bunch of updating now.
;)
- Mike: dogas(a)bellsouth.net
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