Syntax/Syntax ZX80 v4 n12

Volume: 4

Issue: 12

Articles

Unjumble Word GamesTS 1000 Type-in program
Program unscrambles any word.
Cash RegisterTS 1000 Type-in program
Lets your ZX/TS act like a cash register record keeper for a small retail store.
Memotext SpecificsTS 1000 Software review
User’s notes on the program.
Tax Return HelperTS 1000 Software review
Review of the program from KSOFT.
Firstloader -- From ZX/TS to 2068ZX81 TS 1000 TS 2068 Type-in program Downloadable
Syntax commissioned a custom program, written by David Ornstein, to convert your existing programs for the 2068 or 48K Spectrums. This program translates input bytes from ZX/TS tapes to an equal number of output bytes in your 2068 that you must edit, and then save. Codes & program control structures differ in the two designs,…
Dear EditorTS 1000 TS 2068
User with ataxia seeks help; comments on Programmers Toolkit from Softsync; replacement transistors; repair traces on keyboard; technical information for 2068; problems loading.
Graphics: A to ZTS 1000 Book review
Review of the book by Paul Bingham and Rick Goulian. Starts with BASIC PRINT statement graphics and goes to machine code graphic subroutines.
Ohm's ZXlawTS 1000 Type-in program
ZXlaw calculates 4 functions of Ohm’s law: Power (P) in Watts, Current (I) in Amps, Voltage (V) in Volts & Resistance (R) in Ohms.
8K ROMCALLSTS 1000 Reference Type-in program
Program scans the ROM up to 7679, building a stack of CALLED and CALLING addresses. Then it sorts and displays them.
Cassette Label MakerTS 1000 Type-in program
Design a three-line label on the screen with all characters available, then just hit “C” to copy as many labels as needed on the printer.
Hardware Review: Joystick AdaptorTS 1000 Hardware review
Zebra’s plug-in joystick adaptor, a small module, lets you attach an Atari-style joystick to your ZX/TS.
ZXLR8 Fast SAVE/LOAD SystemTS 1000 Software review
ZXLR8, a versatile and reliable fast SAVE/LOAD cassette storage system, not only quickly SAVES programs, but also arrays, graphics and binary data (machine code).
Examining Machine CodeTS 1000 Type-in program
Look at any address in memory, leave it alone or change its contents, and automatically go to the next address.
Bingo Card GeneratorTS 1000 Type-in program
Short program to generate bingo cards.
High Line NumbersTS 1000 Type-in program
Poke to create line numbers above 9999.
New Products and Services (Syntax v4 n12)TS 1000 TS 2068
New products from TAG Software, Gesang Associates, Intercomputer, ACE Software, Thomas B. Woods, Delphic Enterprises, Sinware, E. Arthur Brown, Softsync, Macshak Software.
ZX/TS Users' Groups
Speed VU-CALC KeyingTS 1000 Type-in program
Eliminate half second delay after each keypress in VU-Calc.
E-Z Loader Software Bug FixTS 1000 Type-in program
Repair E-Z Loader with a few pokes.
New Timex Configuration
OUT (ROSS): IN(X): NEW: GOTO start: seems to be the BASIC command line issued by Timex’ visionary chairman, T. Fred Olsen.
Spectrum Machine Code on 2068TS 2068
Some Spectrum MC tapes will run on your 2068, The Fruit Machine, for example. Your chances are better if the program is written for 48K. Programs that call keyboard scan routines—as IN 64510, 61438, 32766, or 65278—will run if you change these to INKEY$ or STICK commands on your 2068. Also programs written with MC…
ZX/TS Subset of 2068 PinsTS 2068 Reference
Aligned with the slot, you will find the pins correspond exactly to the ZX/TS pinout with three exceptions. RAM CS, ROM CS, and 9V are missing and the corresponding pins are empty. Pins outside the ZX/TS connector span perform 2068 functions—GND appears on 4 more pins (30 & 32, top & bottom) and +15V on…
Timex Sinclair User Restructuring
Organization of ECC’s North American magazine will be restructured, according to observers close to the scene, but no decision has been taken to stop printing. Changes will delay issue 8, for which ECC apologizes.