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Cristian wrote:QL-LEDs.jpg

Thank you

Hi, decided to take the case of to check it before the big switch on and some wires spear to be free! They are possibly for the led etc. 1 white, 1red, 1 grey and 3 black. They spear to fit a socket that pushes in to connect them. Is there a diagram to tell me what goes where? Many thanks

I 100% back Tobias here.

Do you plan to use a monitor or plug it into a TV? If a TV, will you use UHF aerial cable or a SCART lead?

Tv at first, I have a few spectrum Aerial cables, so assume they will do? If not I have a monitor, but it has a video input so not sure if I can get an adapter for ...

I’m from the UK, Dorset

Aha! Planet Dorset, I have visited there and loved it.

Welcome to the QL world - what are you interested in doing/learning with your new found QL?


Cheers,
Norm.

Well, I’ve always been a spectrum user, but I remember when the ql came out thinking I’d like one of those ...

Put it in a dry and warm place for a week, then simply power it on. (At least if it doesn't rattle when shaken)

If it works after the first 10 seconds, fine (it probably won't completely work).

If it doesn't, quickly switch it off, then come back to us for tips on repair.

There are computers out ...

Cristian wrote:Werlcome back to QL universe! From which planet do you come from?

I’m from the UK, Dorset

Hello, just got my hands on a ql and it’s been in a damp, cold shed for a few years. What do I need to before powering it up? And what checks etc I should do?
Many thanks

RWAP wrote:I have plenty of spare key tops (and the small plastic pillars) as well as other keyboard parts (LEDs, back plates, rubber mats and membranes).

I charge £1 for a keytop (with matching pillar) and postage

Perfect, sorry I’m new to the forum so please let me know how to sort payment etc.
Thank you

Hi, just picked up a ql from a garage sale and hopefully going to revive it

Hi, can any help I have a missing 5 key on my ql?
Thank you