Scope Choice for Vintage Computer Troubleshooting

From: Joe <rigdonj_at_cfl.rr.com>
Date: Mon Oct 7 13:28:00 2002

At 10:24 AM 10/7/02 -0700, you wrote:
>> > All LCD scopes are junk compared to a good tube
>> > scope. > LCDs scopes are a compromise. The
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>For working on vintage computers, should you use a vintage scope?
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>Can somebody advise me how much to charge for an NLS (they later became
>Kaypro) model 215 (dual trace 15 MHz) portable scope? The batteries are
>beyond redemption.

   Is that the little tiny scope that NLS made with the screen that's about 1" across? I have one and it's usefull for some things such as checking for the presense of a signal but the screen is too small for a lot of uses. Therefore I wouldn't recommend it for someone's only or first scope.

    You should be able to remove the battteries and replace them without too much trouble. I replaced the batteries in mine about 15 -18 years ago. Yes, they're still good. That's why I insist on the Japanese made Sanyo batteries!

    Joe
Received on Mon Oct 07 2002 - 13:28:00 BST