This is an archive of CompuServe forum messages from 1985 to 1995, as saved in transcripts by John Foust.
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James, No, I don't know of any company that could do the repair. There may be one or more, but I have no knowledge of who they might be.. I have been trying to do some repairs on A1000, A2000, and A3000 keyboards for folks, and so far have been…
Jim, I finally got a copy of the Phil Combs article about making an adapter, and did just as it suggested. Took about 30 minutes to put it together. The store I was counting on for a handset socket didn't have any. Phil's idea eliminates the need to worry about…
Don, Just uploaded the keyboard fixer file. Any suggestions about format or wording are welcome. I am still willing to work on keyboards, at no cost, for folks with problems. They pay shipping only. Regards, Hugh
Tim, I quote directly from the Insider instructions: "[ ] The RED jumper connects to the fourth pin down counting from the right rear, (pin 14 for Tech Types) underneath the Daughter board at LOCATION P6. It is very difficult to get at this pin so please work slowly and…
Richard, Thanks. I look forward to both items. Regards, Hugh
#Old Amigas
Message #163587
Don, Don, Some time ago, you recommended that I post a file explaining A1000 keyboard repair. I have written up the procedure, but have not a clue as to whether I have it in a format suitable to post. I think it's in the correct form, but would like you…
Jim, We have a really nice electronics supply store in town. I'd be very surprised if they did not have the sockets available. They have all kinds of telephone connector hardware. I will look the next time I get there (next week some time), and if you haven't found one,…
Jim, I'm asking Phil Combs for a little more information, and also working toward getting the article about the keyboard adapter faxed to me. It seems like your A1000 kbd to A2000 system should about the same as the A2000/A3000 kbd to A1000 system. If I learn enough to make…
Phil, I have contacted the guy who got all my old magazines, and he is going to try to fax me a copy of your article. He won't be able to get to it until next week probably. Meanwhile, I have the necessary 5-pin DIN, and telephone type connectors. I…
Jim, Yeah, you're right. I didn't actually look at the rear of my A1000. My memory must have been serving up the picture from the PC which has the DIN type connector. Appreciate knowing that some simple wiring will yield a testable setup. Would hate to blow someone else's keybooard.…
Phil, Thanks for the input. Ironically, I just let all my A/Cs go since I needed to clean house. I had that issue I'm sure. Just the knowledge that it can be done helps however. Regards, Hugh
#Amiga kbrd compatibility
Message #163037
Having just repaired an A3000 keyboard sent to me for that purpose, I would like to test it. The repair was a mechanical one, but knowing that gremlins and Murphy are alive and well, I really would like to do an electrical test. Problem is, I have only my old…
Don, No keyboard fixing business, just a little reaching out. Will still post a description of how I do it. I just have to do it to my own keyboard one more time and take notes. Regards, Hugh
Hi Don, Got the same message from both you and Phil Combs, i.e. post a detailed procedure to the library on refurbishing keyboards that have developed glitches. That response took me a little by surprise, probably because I'm fairly new at this, and just didn't think along those lines. I…
#Old Amigas
Message #159785
I see a fair amount of interest in this forum regarding old hardware. I'm still using my 1985 A1000 every day, and intend to continue using it for some time. However, from time to time, I've had trouble with the keyboard. Individual keys will break a spring and stay depressed,…
#Early Amiga Magazines
Message #158722
Hi Folks, I'm cleaning house, and have some of the original Amiga magazines that I hate to just throw out, but do not really want to keep. There's -Amiga World- starting with the premiere issue (Sept./Oct. '85, V1 #1) and going to May '92 (V8 #5). Missing is Oct. '91…