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by oldster54
27 Dec 2018 12:32
Forum: INTRODUCE YOURSELF
Topic: MTX 512 loading problem
Replies: 3
Views: 6190

Re: MTX 512 loading problem

Hi Mark

Many thanks - I will give the options a try.

Viv
by oldster54
26 Dec 2018 12:50
Forum: INTRODUCE YOURSELF
Topic: Please Introduce yourself...
Replies: 31
Views: 33184

Re: Please Introduce yourself...

Hi My name is Viv - I joined the forum in 2014, but have not been active for various reasons, mainly because I am rather unfamiliar how forums work. I was a Dentist for my primary career, and have always been interested in electronics & computers, but never getting 'below deck' i.e. don't know h...
by oldster54
26 Dec 2018 12:28
Forum: INTRODUCE YOURSELF
Topic: MTX 512 loading problem
Replies: 3
Views: 6190

MTX 512 loading problem

Have just got my old MTX512 out, after my grandson asked me about my early computers. It still works, but I have lost the only tape recorder that had the correct connectors on it : EAR MIC (cassette) i.e. 3.5 mm jack plugs. What can I do to modify other connectors, to enable me to load programs onto...
by oldster54
29 Jan 2015 20:41
Forum: TRADING AND COLLECTING
Topic: WTB: Games for Memotech
Replies: 4
Views: 9224

Re: WTB: Games for Memotech

Hi - I am fairly new at this. I have an MTX512, which I got out recently, & after a bit of tlc, got to work. I have Sepulcri Scelerati, Roller Bearing & Qogo2 (Megastar games) but only Sepulcri Scelerati seems to load & work. The other two seem to have faults according to the screen disp...
by oldster54
19 Jan 2015 00:45
Forum: TRADING AND COLLECTING
Topic: MTX512 monitor cable
Replies: 3
Views: 6800

Re: MTX512 monitor cable

Hi Dave

Thanks very much for the info. I'll try Maplins in the morning

Regards

Viv (Mr)
by oldster54
19 Jan 2015 00:08
Forum: TRADING AND COLLECTING
Topic: MTX512 monitor cable
Replies: 3
Views: 6800

MTX512 monitor cable

Hi MTX'ers

Got my trusty MTX512 out today, found the games and PSU, but disaster, can't find the TV hook-up cable. What type is the monitor socket on the back of the MTX512, please, & where could I possibly get one,or even make one?
by oldster54
18 Nov 2014 19:07
Forum: INTRODUCE YOURSELF
Topic: MTX512 loading information required.
Replies: 2
Views: 6036

MTX512 loading information required.

Hi MTX'ers The MTX512 was my second computer (after the famous (infamous?) Sinclair ZX81 - way back in the 80's). I really enjoyed using my MTX512 . After many years now, I am now retired, & have decided to try & re-visit some of my old haunts, including this one! I have the keyboard unit, g...