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Bkw: /* To build one yourself */

2023-10-16T03:25:59Z

To build one yourself

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	==To build one yourself==		==To build one yourself==
	:Part 1: ~~(This part is only needed for Model 100) - 8 inch~~ 40 pin ribbon cable with female idc & strain relief on ~~one end~~, ~~and a DIP40 idc on the other end~~.		https://github.com/bkw777/TRS-80_Disk_Video_Interface_Cable
	::~~No twists in the wires~~ like in ~~many of the pics~~ for ~~other cable types below. just a regular flat crimp.~~
	~~::Glue a 1/2" x 6" ribbon to the underside of the DIP40 connector between the pins, in the center of the ribbon.~~		: Part 1: Ordinary 40 pin ribbon cable with female idc connectors with strain relief clips on both ends, about 20 inches.
	~~::Glue~~ the ~~two ends~~ of the ~~ribbon together to form a closed loop~~.		:: You can also buy cables like this part pre-made in various lengths for less than the cost of the individual parts.
	~~::Both of these two steps for the ribbon are crucial not optional! This is what protects the pins from bending during extraction.~~
	:Part 2: "Twist adapter": https://oshpark.com/shared_projects/EoeBHp2k		: Part 2: "Twist adapter": https://oshpark.com/shared_projects/EoeBHp2k
	:: Or just solder the two male 40-pin connectors directly back to back with no pcb. The PCB is just to make it a little easier.		:: Or just solder the two male 40-pin connectors directly back to back with no pcb. The PCB is just to make it a little easier.
	:: Make sure the pin 1 mark on both connectors are on the same end, so that pin 1 of one connector goes to pin 2 of the other connector.		:: Make sure the pin 1 mark on both connectors are on the same end, so that pin 1 of one connector goes to pin 2 of the other connector.
	:Part 3: ~~Ordinary~~ 40 pin ribbon cable with female idc ~~connectors with~~ strain relief ~~clips~~ on ~~both ends~~, ~~about 20"~~.		:: The polarity notches should be on opposite sides from each other, NOT the same side.
	::~~You can also buy cables~~ like ~~this part (~~just ~~part~~ 3) ~~pre-made~~ in ~~various lengths for less than~~ the ~~cost of~~ the ~~individual parts~~.
			: Part 3: Model 100 adapter cable - 8 inch 40 pin ribbon cable with female idc & strain relief on one end, and a DIP40 idc on the other end.
			:: No twists in the wires like in many of the pics for other cable types below. just a regular flat crimp.
			:: Take 8 inches of 3/8" (or 1/2" if you can find any) strong fabric ribbon and glue both ends to the underside of the DIP40 connector between the pins, in a closed loop.
			:: Both gluing the ribbon in a closed loop, and gluing to the connector, are important to prevent the connector from tipping and bending the pins during extraction.

	:See these pics for reference: https://photos.app.goo.gl/3TmJLMhK1WJ23mr4A		: See these pics for reference: https://photos.app.goo.gl/3TmJLMhK1WJ23mr4A

	:Model 100 needs all 3 parts		: Model 100 needs all 3 parts
	:Models 102 and 200 only need parts 2 ~~& 3~~		: Models 102 and 200 only need parts 1 & 2

	==To buy one==		==To buy one==

Bkw: /* To build one yourself */

2021-07-12T02:45:03Z

To build one yourself

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	::No twists in the wires like in many of the pics for other cable types below. just a regular flat crimp.		::No twists in the wires like in many of the pics for other cable types below. just a regular flat crimp.
	::Glue a 1/2" x 6" ribbon to the underside of the DIP40 connector between the pins, in the center of the ribbon.		::Glue a 1/2" x 6" ribbon to the underside of the DIP40 connector between the pins, in the center of the ribbon.
	::Glue the two ends of the ribbon together to form a closed loop~~, and glued to the bottom~~ of ~~the plug so it can't move. These~~ two steps for the ribbon are crucial not optional! This is what protects the pins from bending during extraction.		::Glue the two ends of the ribbon together to form a closed loop.
			::Both of these two steps for the ribbon are crucial not optional! This is what protects the pins from bending during extraction.
	:Part 2: "Twist adapter": https://oshpark.com/shared_projects/EoeBHp2k		:Part 2: "Twist adapter": https://oshpark.com/shared_projects/EoeBHp2k
			:: Or just solder the two male 40-pin connectors directly back to back with no pcb. The PCB is just to make it a little easier.
			:: Make sure the pin 1 mark on both connectors are on the same end, so that pin 1 of one connector goes to pin 2 of the other connector.
	:Part 3: Ordinary 40 pin ribbon cable with female idc connectors with strain relief clips on both ends, about 20".		:Part 3: Ordinary 40 pin ribbon cable with female idc connectors with strain relief clips on both ends, about 20".
	::You can also buy cables like this part (just part 3) pre-made in various lengths for less than the cost of the individual parts.		::You can also buy cables like this part (just part 3) pre-made in various lengths for less than the cost of the individual parts.

Bkw: /* 3-part cable kit supporting all models 100, 102, 200 */

2021-07-05T01:26:19Z

3-part cable kit supporting all models 100, 102, 200

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	* Assembly does not require twisting 20 pairs of wires and somehow crimping them all in a perfect row like a ribbon. All crimps are normal and easy with a small hobby vice.		* Assembly does not require twisting 20 pairs of wires and somehow crimping them all in a perfect row like a ribbon. All crimps are normal and easy with a small hobby vice.

	To ~~Build:~~		==To build one yourself==
	:Part 1: (This part is only needed for Model 100) - 8 inch 40 pin ribbon cable with female idc & strain relief on one end, and a DIP40 idc on the other end.		:Part 1: (This part is only needed for Model 100) - 8 inch 40 pin ribbon cable with female idc & strain relief on one end, and a DIP40 idc on the other end.
	::No twists in the wires like in many of the pics for other cable types below. just a regular flat crimp.		::No twists in the wires like in many of the pics for other cable types below. just a regular flat crimp.
	::Glue a 1/2" x 6" ribbon to the underside of the DIP40 connector between the pins, in the center of the ribbon.		::Glue a 1/2" x 6" ribbon to the underside of the DIP40 connector between the pins, in the center of the ribbon.
	::Glue the two ends of the ribbon together to form ~~a closed loop.~~		::Glue the two ends of the ribbon together to form a closed loop, and glued to the bottom of the plug so it can't move. These two steps for the ribbon are crucial not optional! This is what protects the pins from bending during extraction.
	~~:::This arrangement where the ribbon is~~ a closed loop, and the ~~loop is fixed to~~ the plug not ~~free to slide, makes a cable-pull that minimizes~~ the ~~risk of~~ bending ~~the DIP40 pins~~ during extraction~~, because the ribbon forces the plug to stay parallel to the socket~~.
	:Part 2: "Twist adapter": https://oshpark.com/shared_projects/EoeBHp2k		:Part 2: "Twist adapter": https://oshpark.com/shared_projects/EoeBHp2k
	:Part 3: Ordinary 40 pin ribbon cable with female idc connectors with strain relief clips on both ends, about 20".		:Part 3: Ordinary 40 pin ribbon cable with female idc connectors with strain relief clips on both ends, about 20".
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	:Models 102 and 200 only need parts 2 & 3		:Models 102 and 200 only need parts 2 & 3

	To ~~Buy:~~		==To buy one==
	:https://www.arcadeshopper.com/wp/?page_id=11#!/Disk-Video-Interface-cable-kit-for-Models-100-102-200/p/141211030/category=28313042		:https://www.arcadeshopper.com/wp/?page_id=11#!/Disk-Video-Interface-cable-kit-for-Models-100-102-200/p/141211030/category=28313042
	~~:Picture on arcadeshopper is wrong, and it says sold out, but I can't believe they are actually sold out.~~
	~~:I sent arcadeshopper 8 cable sets of this type, plus 10 more cables of the different types below that only fit one or the other of 100, 102, or 200~~

	=Cable supporting model 100 only=		=Cable supporting model 100 only=

Bkw: /* Cable that supports Model 102 only */

2020-03-09T11:38:14Z

Cable that supports Model 102 only

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	Parts:		Parts:
	*40pin boxed male idc connector, with polarity notch		*40pin boxed male idc connector, with polarity notch
	:~~http~~://www.~~king-cart~~.com/~~phoenixent/product_name~~=HWS15924		:https://www.peconnectors.com/index.php?p=catalog&mode=search&search_str=HWS15924

	*40pin female idc connector, with polarity notch and strain-relief		*40pin female idc connector, with polarity notch and strain-relief
	:~~http~~://www.~~king-cart~~.com/~~phoenixent/product_name~~=HWS1877		:https://www.peconnectors.com/index.php?p=catalog&mode=search&search_str=HWS1877

	*40pin ribbon cable, 20 inches		*40pin ribbon cable, 20 inches
	:~~http~~://www.~~king-cart~~.com/~~phoenixent/product_name~~=HWS16014		:https://www.peconnectors.com/index.php?p=catalog&mode=search&search_str=HWS16014

	Assembly:		Assembly:

Bkw: /* Cable supporting model 100 only */

2020-03-09T11:37:16Z

Cable supporting model 100 only

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	Parts:		Parts:
	*40pin DIP idc connector		*40pin DIP idc connector
	:~~http~~://www.~~king-cart~~.com/~~phoenixent/product_name~~=HWS15322		:https://www.peconnectors.com/index.php?p=catalog&mode=search&search_str=HWS15322
	*40pin female idc connector, with polarity notch and strain-relief		*40pin female idc connector, with polarity notch and strain-relief
	:~~http~~://www.~~king-cart~~.com/~~phoenixent/product_name~~=HWS1877		:https://www.peconnectors.com/index.php?p=catalog&mode=search&search_str=HWS1877
	*40pin ribbon cable, 20 inches		*40pin ribbon cable, 20 inches
	:~~http~~://www.~~king-cart~~.com/~~phoenixent/product_name~~=HWS16014		:https://www.peconnectors.com/index.php?p=catalog&mode=search&search_str=HWS16014

	Assembly:		Assembly:

Bkw: /* 3-part cable kit supporting all models 100, 102, 200 */

2020-01-18T20:07:23Z

3-part cable kit supporting all models 100, 102, 200

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	=3-part cable kit supporting all models 100, 102, 200=		=3-part cable kit supporting all models 100, 102, 200=
	https://photos.app.goo.gl/Jy1hXhc3aSbkcaFr6		https://photos.app.goo.gl/Jy1hXhc3aSbkcaFr6
	[[File:~~DVI-cable-kit~~.jpg\|thumb]]		[[File:DVI_cable_kit.jpg\|thumb]]

	This is the best way to make a cable.		This is the best way to make a cable.

Bkw: /* 3-part cable kit supporting all models 100, 102, 200 */

2020-01-18T20:05:56Z

3-part cable kit supporting all models 100, 102, 200

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	Special cable for Disk/Video Interface		Special cable for Disk/Video Interface
	=3-part cable kit supporting all models 100, 102, 200=		=3-part cable kit supporting all models 100, 102, 200=
			https://photos.app.goo.gl/Jy1hXhc3aSbkcaFr6
			[[File:DVI-cable-kit.jpg\|thumb]]

	This is the best way to make a cable.		This is the best way to make a cable.

Bkw: /* 3-part cable kit supporting all models 100, 102, 200 */

2020-01-11T00:54:46Z

3-part cable kit supporting all models 100, 102, 200

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	* It supports all models 100, 102, and 200.		* It supports all models 100, 102, and 200.
	* All plugs that can be polarity-keyed, and/or strain-relieved, are. (The DIP40 on the underside of a Model 100 is neither polarity-keyed nor strain-relieved, but there is at least a pull-handle to avoid pulling on the cable itself.		* All plugs that can be polarity-keyed, and/or strain-relieved, are. (The DIP40 on the underside of a Model 100 is neither polarity-keyed nor strain-relieved, but there is at least a pull-handle to avoid pulling on the cable itself.
	* Assembly does not require twisting 20 pairs of wires and somehow crimping them all in a perfect row like a ribbon.		* Assembly does not require twisting 20 pairs of wires and somehow crimping them all in a perfect row like a ribbon. All crimps are normal and easy with a small hobby vice.

	To Build:		To Build:

Bkw: /* 3-part cable kit supporting all models 100, 102, 200 */

2020-01-11T00:53:25Z

3-part cable kit supporting all models 100, 102, 200

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	:Part 2: "Twist adapter": https://oshpark.com/shared_projects/EoeBHp2k		:Part 2: "Twist adapter": https://oshpark.com/shared_projects/EoeBHp2k
	:Part 3: Ordinary 40 pin ribbon cable with female idc connectors with strain relief clips on both ends, about 20".		:Part 3: Ordinary 40 pin ribbon cable with female idc connectors with strain relief clips on both ends, about 20".
	::You can also buy cables like this pre-made in various lengths for less than the cost of the individual parts.		::You can also buy cables like this part (just part 3) pre-made in various lengths for less than the cost of the individual parts.

	:See these pics for reference: https://photos.app.goo.gl/3TmJLMhK1WJ23mr4A		:See these pics for reference: https://photos.app.goo.gl/3TmJLMhK1WJ23mr4A

Bkw: /* 3-part cable kit supporting all models 100, 102, 200 */

2020-01-11T00:52:52Z

3-part cable kit supporting all models 100, 102, 200

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	:::This arrangement where the ribbon is a closed loop, and the loop is fixed to the plug not free to slide, makes a cable-pull that minimizes the risk of bending the DIP40 pins during extraction, because the ribbon forces the plug to stay parallel to the socket.		:::This arrangement where the ribbon is a closed loop, and the loop is fixed to the plug not free to slide, makes a cable-pull that minimizes the risk of bending the DIP40 pins during extraction, because the ribbon forces the plug to stay parallel to the socket.
	:Part 2: "Twist adapter": https://oshpark.com/shared_projects/EoeBHp2k		:Part 2: "Twist adapter": https://oshpark.com/shared_projects/EoeBHp2k
	:Part 3: Ordinary 40 pin ribbon cable with female idc connectors with strain relief clips on both ends, about 20 ~~inches~~. You can also buy cables like this pre-made.		:Part 3: Ordinary 40 pin ribbon cable with female idc connectors with strain relief clips on both ends, about 20".
			::You can also buy cables like this pre-made in various lengths for less than the cost of the individual parts.

	:See these pics for reference: https://photos.app.goo.gl/3TmJLMhK1WJ23mr4A		:See these pics for reference: https://photos.app.goo.gl/3TmJLMhK1WJ23mr4A