On Fri, 18 Jun 1999, Marvin wrote:
> Well, the saga continues. This unit does have the 85 key keyboard and the
> Sol-20 power supply so I don't know what to say about the model 10 on the
> nameplate.
>
> I took the keyboard apart last night and found both the sponge
> disintegrating and the metalized plastic that contacts the keyboard also has
> the metalization disappearing. Since I believe this is a capacitive type of
> keyboard, I can see why it didn't work. What have others on the list done to
> replace the plastic/sponge sandwich on this type of keyboard?
Well, you've found the standard problem unless the keyboard has been
vacuum sealed for the last 20 years.
<blatant self-serving ad mode> B^}
I have keyboard rebuild kits (replacement pads and instructions) available
for $25.00, or I do keyboard rebuilds for $50.00. (plus $5.00
shipping/handling/etc.)
Details on the web page on the 'parts/objects' menu.
</blatant self-service ad mode> B^}
-jim
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Received on Fri Jun 18 1999 - 12:48:18 BST