ToomanyS
27923
10
3
So far I haven't been able to get it to boot :-/
#sharp #vintage_computer #old_computer #cassette_tape
Nov 4, 2022 11:33 AM
ToomanyS
27923
10
3
So far I haven't been able to get it to boot :-/
#sharp #vintage_computer #old_computer #cassette_tape
MrKnowItAll1903
The tape probably suffers from 'bit rot', loss of data. Also check the capacitors on the Mobo.
ilPino
http://www.mz-800.scav.cz/sharp_mz-800/sharp_mz-800_w_Download_DSK.htm
Conz
There's a YT channel that does a lot with restoring tape devices. You might want to look for that. Forgot what it's called or I'd link it.
siccoyote
ilPino
you could download the mp3 and record a new tape
Conz
It's a tape based computer I think, not an audio cassette.
ilPino
you would need a computer controlled tape spooler for a tape based stack. this is just playing.
ilPino
Wait, you don't think I think he's trying to play music do you? The programs are available as MP3s or as code you can "compile" yourself.
ilPino
with a code to audio compiler. It's all out there, I don't know this particular machine, but my first was a ZX, Then a Vic-20.
siccoyote
The data is still stored as audio
ilPino
Exactly, it is an audio tape.
ilPino
but the boot program is on there too no?
siccoyote
In audio
Oggerschummer
ilPino
http://www.mz-800.scav.cz/sharp_mz-800/sharp_mz-800_w_Download_DSK.htm and the right emulator = new tape
Oggerschummer