| Black Screen/White Letters |
Provides a machine-code POKE sequence of 20 values for setting a black screen background with white lettering on the ZX81/TS1000. A compact display customization tip for users who prefer the reversed video appearance. Useful for programs seeking improved contrast. |
Timex/Sinclair 1000, Type-in program |
| Day of the Week |
A complete BASIC type-in program of approximately 65 lines for converting dates to and from Julian day numbers and calculating the day of the week for any date. Well-suited for calendar and scheduling applications. No byline is provided. |
Timex/Sinclair 2068, Type-in program |
| Editor's Corner |
The editor recounts purchasing a Sinclair QL from Quantum Computing and reflects on the capabilities of the TS 2068 compared to the QL. Discusses the uncertain future of the QL platform and invites reader input. A short editorial note opening the issue. |
Sinclair QL, Timex/Sinclair 2068 |
| Modeming in Jacksonville |
Surveys the BBS scene in Jacksonville, Florida, noting more than 70 local boards accessible to T/S users. Highlights the dedicated T/S message board on the Bus Depot BBS (904-262-6701, FidoNet) and encourages members to explore telecomputing. A practical guide for local club members getting started with modems. |
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| Oliger Disk Drive System |
Reviews the John Oliger Co. disk drive system for the TS 2068, consisting of a 4-slot expansion board and JLO DOS versions 1 and 2. Covers installation and basic operation. Article is noted to continue in the following issue. |
Timex/Sinclair 2068 |
| Portable Computing |
Describes connecting the QL to a Brother EP-22 printer over a serial cable for portable use while traveling, and covers customizing the Quill word processor’s print driver to match the printer. A practical tip for mobile QL users taking the computer on the road. |
Sinclair QL |
| QL — First Impressions |
The editor shares first impressions of the Sinclair QL purchased from Quantum Computing at $199, with particular attention to the Quill word processor and the process of connecting the QL to a Brother EP-22 printer via serial cable. A personal account of the early QL ownership experience. |
Sinclair QL |
| Secretary's Notes |
Notes the club’s newsletter exchange arrangements with SINCUS, Triangle UG, E&S Horizons, and other groups. A brief administrative update from the club secretary. |
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| Size Base Listing for the QL |
A complete SuperBASIC listing for Qmonix Size Base Rev 7.9, a clock and time-display utility. The program defines procedures including Yell, SetA, time, DSV, SizeG, Sweep, Size4, Timex, and SetTime. Attributed to Frank Toemay. |
Sinclair QL, Type-in program |
| Tax Time Spreadsheet |
Guides readers through using the Vu-Calc spreadsheet on the TS 2068 for preparing a federal tax return, covering Form 1040 and Schedule A. Compares Vu-Calc with Dani-Calc for this purpose. A practical seasonal application for owners of TS 2068 compatible spreadsheet software. |
Timex/Sinclair 2068 |
| TS Is Easy to Use |
Collects several news items covering TS community products and resources: a telecom guide by Fischer and Ishin, disk improvements from Larken Electronics, vinyl legends from BAG Enterprises, CATS CLD chips, and a NIEKA/NIM buffer routine provided as a POKE sequence. A miscellany of hardware and software notes of interest to TS users. |
Timex/Sinclair 1000, Timex/Sinclair 2068 |
