NLS Scope value (was scope for vintage computers)

From: Jim Kearney <jim_at_jkearney.com>
Date: Mon Oct 7 16:01:00 2002

> they use old CMOS 4016 quad bilateral switch ICs on place of 'real'
> switches. If you encounter one that seems to 'light up' but is otherwise
> autistic, it almost always can be traced to one or more of the 4016s
> dying. They are now made of Unobtanium, and the 'replacement' pinouts and
> impedances are different, so a kludge is called for, if original 4016s
> can't be scrounged.

What do you mean? CD4016s are still available from a lot of sources, even
Digi-Key. Is it an odd, non-DIP package?
Received on Mon Oct 07 2002 - 16:01:00 BST