Portable Stylewriter information please.
Hi,
I have a Portable Stylewriter (M1446) which prints test pages but little else.
That's because I don't have the special cable that is required. It's a Serial-to-Parallel adapter cable. Mini-8 to 36W Centronics.
I'm also missing the battery cover (and the battery) and optional sheet feeder unit.
Enough of the preamble.
Would anyone reading this, who has a Portable SW, mind giving me the part-number for the cable (if known), the part number for the sheet feeder unit and the part number for the battery cover, please. I'm guessing they are printed somewhere on the pieces.
It would make it so much easier to track these items down in search engines - it's amazing how many different descriptions exist for the same piece.
I've tried as many websites as I can over the last five months, even those offering spares with part numbers (in stock or not), without success so far.
I have a number of older Apple systems which I am rebuilding for the pure aestheticism of their design. It's a lot of fun and strangely relaxing, despite the occasional frustration.
Alternately, if you have a faulty yet complete, Portable SW in your loft or other hallowed place, please contact me as I would be very interested in acquiring some spare parts. I'm willing to pay reasonable costs and shipping to the United Kingdom.
Unfortunately, here in the United Kingdom, the Apple is treated with less reverence than elsewhere. Although this has improved over recent years with the opening of more Apple Stores, we simply don't have access to the scale of spare parts and swap meets that are enjoyed in the United States, especially regarding parts for pre-loved Apples.
Whether it's part numbers or transplant parts, I am grateful for you taking the time to read this.
Best Wishes for the holidays and the New Year.
Rob
I have a Portable Stylewriter (M1446) which prints test pages but little else.
That's because I don't have the special cable that is required. It's a Serial-to-Parallel adapter cable. Mini-8 to 36W Centronics.
I'm also missing the battery cover (and the battery) and optional sheet feeder unit.
Enough of the preamble.
Would anyone reading this, who has a Portable SW, mind giving me the part-number for the cable (if known), the part number for the sheet feeder unit and the part number for the battery cover, please. I'm guessing they are printed somewhere on the pieces.
It would make it so much easier to track these items down in search engines - it's amazing how many different descriptions exist for the same piece.
I've tried as many websites as I can over the last five months, even those offering spares with part numbers (in stock or not), without success so far.
I have a number of older Apple systems which I am rebuilding for the pure aestheticism of their design. It's a lot of fun and strangely relaxing, despite the occasional frustration.
Alternately, if you have a faulty yet complete, Portable SW in your loft or other hallowed place, please contact me as I would be very interested in acquiring some spare parts. I'm willing to pay reasonable costs and shipping to the United Kingdom.
Unfortunately, here in the United Kingdom, the Apple is treated with less reverence than elsewhere. Although this has improved over recent years with the opening of more Apple Stores, we simply don't have access to the scale of spare parts and swap meets that are enjoyed in the United States, especially regarding parts for pre-loved Apples.
Whether it's part numbers or transplant parts, I am grateful for you taking the time to read this.
Best Wishes for the holidays and the New Year.
Rob
iBook G4, Mac OS X (10.4.11), 9 other Apples, 3 PCs
