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According to Chapter 18, page 163 of the TS 2068 User Manual, you can create and use 21 user defined graphic symbols. Some people may not be aware of the fact that you can do far more than that 21. That chapter goes into how you can, by using BIN, create those graphic character. This…article, orig pub: 09.13.22, updated: 04.22.25

Calling it a “mile-stone in the 125-year history of the Timex Corporation,” Timex introduced a $99.95 personal computer with 2k memory, which was developed by Sinclair Research and is essentially an upgrade of the Sinclair ZX81 micro. Further enhancements (to be available in the last quarter of this year) include a communications-interface devices and a…article, orig pub: 10.27.20, updated: 04.07.25

From my own personal experience and information gleaned from articles, it is clear that the method of powering the 2068 has serious problems. My solution to these problems is to provide a husky linear power supply to the computer, printer and accessories.article, orig pub: 10.27.20, updated: 03.30.25

Tutorial on “how to get started”, necessary equipment and software, Timex Sinclair BBS phone numbers and info about each one. Includes the QL. Table of Contentsbook, orig pub: 09.08.20, updated: 03.20.25

Full subtitle: Basic Programming on Personal Computers by Apple, Atari, Commodore, Radio Shack, Texas Instruments, Timex Sinclair.book, orig pub: 04.05.20, updated: 02.06.25

This is a book for people who want to know how the Timex ticks. It will guide you, even if you have no knowledge of electronics, to an understanding of what is going on inside the case of your computer. The book is in two sections; the first deals with the fundamental principles behind computer…book, orig pub: 04.05.20, updated: 02.01.25

Sinclair Research was the most recognizable of a series of names for a company Clive Sinclair started to produce his many inventions. Sinclair Research designed, marketed and sold the MK-14, ZX80, ZX81, ZX Spectrum, QL and a variety of other products.company, orig pub: 06.19.19, updated: 04.15.25

While the Timex Corporation is best known for its watches, it also produced a number of other products since its inception as a clock company in the mid-1800s. During World War II, the company produced fuse timers for defense products, continuing through the 1950s and the Korean war. After the Korean war ended, Timex expanded…company, orig pub: 06.19.19, updated: 04.15.25

How long will you wait to open your parachute? Can you land on a moving target?computer_media, orig pub: 02.27.25, updated: 03.09.25

Guide BOUNCER through the evil land of GALNA. Find MAGIC PILLS to increase your fire power.computer_media, orig pub: 02.28.25, updated: 03.09.25

Shoot everything that moves! Don’t let them pass you by or you’ll lose points.computer_media, orig pub: 02.28.25, updated: 03.09.25

1.0 Scope This product specification describes the TS2060 Interface Unit, drives, and associated software. The functional, physical, electrical, and environmental characteristics are specified. A description of the operation of the TS2068 system with this unit is included. 2.0 Applicable Documents 3.0 Product Overview The TS2060 Interface Unit provides the electronics, connectors, and firmware to adapt…document, orig pub: 12.26.23, updated: 03.19.25

Fourth annual event. Held at the Hara Arena in Dayton, Ohio on August 28th and 29th. Tim Swenson hosted the first of several after-fest BBQs at his house in Dayton this year. Several of the attendees appear in the photos below.event, orig pub: 03.30.23, updated: 02.24.24

Organized by Tim Swenson, the West Coast Sinclair Show was held in Union City, CA, on 5 June 1999, one week after the East Coast Sinclair Show. Vendors The key visitor to the show was the renowned author Stan Kelly-Bootle, writer of many computer books, including the “Devil’s DP Dictionary”, and the holder of the…event, orig pub: 07.04.21, updated: 07.10.23

Two day fair in Canada.event, orig pub: 07.04.21, updated: 07.10.23

User Groups Vendorsevent, orig pub: 02.14.23, updated: 07.10.23

User Groups Vendorsevent, orig pub: 02.25.23, updated: 07.10.23

Newsletter of the Clackamas County Area Timex Sinclair Users Group.periodical, orig pub: 12.11.19, updated: 02.09.25

Published by Timothy Swenson. Available online.periodical, orig pub: 10.28.20, updated: 02.01.25

Newsletter of the (Ottawa-Hull) Timex-Sinclair User Group.periodical, orig pub: 06.13.21, updated: 02.01.25

Quarterly published by Tom Woods. Provided updates and more to owners of ZX Pro/File databasesperiodical, orig pub: 06.05.22, updated: 01.22.25

Newsletter of the Greater Cleveland Sinclair Users Group.periodical, orig pub: 07.10.22, updated: 08.10.24

EPROM demonstrators intended for use in stores as selling tools. EPROM contains a BASIC demonstration program that starts on power up. It includes graphics and interactive examples of what the computer could do. A description of the kiosk retailers could purchase that used this demonstrator is in the Timex Price List 1983. The E. Arthur…product, orig pub: 12.13.20, updated: 04.18.25

Carrying cases custom molded for TIMEX Corporation. They resemble small attache cases, approximately 13 1/2″ x 10″ x 3 1/2″, have a black leather-like texture, distinctive Timex/Sinclair logo, and feature small fold—away carrying handles. Each case has seven individual compartments for the following items: Only 2,000 were produced.product, orig pub: 01.20.20, updated: 04.01.25

Displays and prints disassembled listings or hexadecimal dumps. Disassembles full instruction set using standard Zilog mnemonics. Memory examine, search and modify. LOAD and STOP any program for disassembly or backup. 16K.product, orig pub: 11.22.20, updated: 03.30.25

The Kradle was a keyboard and enclosure upgrade for the ZX-81 and TS 1000. It had 50 calculator-style keys (including a full-size space bar and two shift keys), 64K of RAM and  circuitry to improve tape load/save. The Kradle allowed users to copy the ROM to RAM and then turn the ROM off. Unlike some…product, orig pub: 11.30.19, updated: 03.30.25

Data acquisition and control module with Centronics printer interface. Supports LPRINT, LLIST and COPY. CMOS real time clock calendar with battery backup. 8 bit parallel I/O ports. CMOS A/D converter. Bus connector for RAM pack.product, orig pub: 11.30.19, updated: 03.29.25

This informal group has twice a month meetings online (via Zoom). Like in-person user group meetings, we have guests, talk about our projects and a wide array of computing topics. This group has its origins in the Yahoo TS 2068 Group, which migrated to groups.io when Yahoo Groups shut down. Join Our Email List Sign…usergroup, orig pub: 04.21.23, updated: 04.13.25

In 1988, at the Sunstate Timex/Sinclair Winterfest, a group of enthusiasts proposed a nation-wide user’s group. The name of the group, Sinclair Northamerica Users Group (SNUG), made it clear it intended to include all users in Canada, Mexico and the United States. Mel Nathanson and Mary Lynn Johnson were the initial contacts. The group had…usergroup, orig pub: 06.17.20, updated: 04.07.25

Users living in the area around Tampa Bay. Also known as Timex and Sinclair Bay Area Microcomputer Users Group. Formerly known as SAM BAM (Sinclair and MicroAce Bay Area Microcomputer Users). President: Mel NathansonSecretary: Will BeckerTreasurer: John CushmanEditors: Will Becker, Warren Reed Newsletter: Keyboardsusergroup, orig pub: 10.19.20, updated: 03.29.25

Contact: Peter Wolcott Name changed to Timex/Sinclair Users Group of Kansas City in 1984. Newsletter: Computer Users Group Timex Sinclair 1000 & ZX80/81 Newsletterusergroup, orig pub: 02.01.20, updated: 03.29.25

Tim Swenson talked his ongoing work with ZX BASIC (also known as Boriel Basic). He mentioned that the last significant hurdle involved the load and save functionality. Tim and Gustavo are collaborating to finish adapting ZX BASIC to handle the differences between the ZX Spectrum and TS 2068. Tim also discussed his efforts to catalog…video, orig pub: 04.04.25, updated: 04.04.25

Ryan Gray told us about a program called ZX Basicus, which interprets Sinclair Basic code at high speeds. Ryan also showed us his work on a font inspired by the ZX Spectrum native font. Mowgli Assor provided details about the upcoming Vintage Computer Festival (VCF) Midwest, scheduled for September 13-14.video, orig pub: 03.17.25, updated: 03.17.25

We discussed potential upgrades to the TS-Pico and PicoVideo, audio mods for the 2068, mods to improve the ZX81/TS1000, and the Kilo Zed project.video, orig pub: 03.10.25, updated: 03.10.25

Demo for EASYSprite by Eric Boisvert. Up to 255 sprites of different size and shape are allowed. The program uses a simple PRINT #3 command (or LPRINT).video, orig pub: 02.26.25, updated: 02.26.25

Jeff Burrell gave an update the development of the 2068e project.video, orig pub: 02.16.25, updated: 02.16.25