chrisman01 Posted April 15, 2016 Share Posted April 15, 2016 Hello all!Very, very new to the TI-99/4a. A college friend recently sold me one for $20. After picking up a TI Extended Basic cart, I found myself very interested in learning Basic as a hobby.So, I went on eBay and found a "mint condition new in box" black program recorder. If "new" means missing the manual, missing the cable, and came in a box that reeked of mildew. That's eBay for you.The tape deck itself seems fine, and I cleaned up the cable that leads to the computer. (Cable was definitely coated in mildew... ew... ) I also already had a manual, but there isn't much to it so wasn't worried about that.However this brings me to the topic at hand. C batteries will add up fast. I noticed there is an option for a DC adapter. Anyone know where I could find a compatible DC adapter? Or even an original AC adapter? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Schmitzi Posted April 15, 2016 Share Posted April 15, 2016 Hi, hmmm, if I remember correct, there is no powersupply, but a straight AC power cord ? So, what did you buy ? Do you have a picture ? And yes, this sounds like "brand new" equipment Be happy that you did not buy something "AS IS" ...and welcome to the show Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Schmitzi Posted April 15, 2016 Share Posted April 15, 2016 TI-PHP2700Z-ProgramRecorder-Clear.pdf Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+arcadeshopper Posted April 15, 2016 Share Posted April 15, 2016 My beige one just uses one of these http://www.amazon.com/Listed-Cable-Matters-2-Pack-2-Slot/dp/B0153T1MHM/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&qid=1460761525&sr=8-3&keywords=power+cord+2+wire&linkCode=ll1&tag=atariage&linkId=50060acb61a78f1069f5535f74078d79 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Omega-TI Posted April 15, 2016 Share Posted April 15, 2016 You can also get a single for $3.99 (postage included) from Ebay : << HERE >> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+acadiel Posted April 15, 2016 Share Posted April 15, 2016 I have one of those in Jon Shack. Send me your address via PM and I'll mail it to you in a padded envelope. Hopefully you're in the US, right? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrisman01 Posted April 16, 2016 Author Share Posted April 16, 2016 (edited) Here's a couple pics of the side of the recorder: http://imgur.com/a/nMCf6@Schmitzi - Yup, that's the manual I have, Only talks about plugging in the AC cable, nothing about the DC port E: Three people have now posted the same AC cords, it just takes generic cords? I should have one lying around from an old laptop... didn't think the dimensions would be the same, or that it really was a straight through AC connection to the wall. Interesting! E2: off topic - why does it now say combat commando over my avatar... Edited April 16, 2016 by chrisman01 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+acadiel Posted April 16, 2016 Share Posted April 16, 2016 Yeah, that one I have should work. Or, find an old Norelco razor one... that'll probably fit too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Lee Stewart Posted April 16, 2016 Share Posted April 16, 2016 Yeah, that one I have should work. Or, find an old Norelco razor one... that'll probably fit too. What's a razor? ...lee 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Omega-TI Posted April 16, 2016 Share Posted April 16, 2016 What's a razor? ...lee ROFL! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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