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March 15, 2006

How to archive recordings — a quick guide to resources on this site

Filed under: reels, cassettes, computer audio, archival practices, recording/mastering, digital — Richard L. Hess @ 2:40 pm

You’ve been asked to digitize recordings in your collection and don’t have any idea where to start. There are several resources on this site which might be of use. 

What I use is shown on my facility page. That’s one of the main reasons it is there. If I’m using it, it’s because I like it or it solves a problem for me. If I’m not using it, either I don’t have an opinion about it, won’t spring for it, or don’t like it. (more…)

Round-pin power cords for older equipment using PH-163 connector

Filed under: power, parts — Richard L. Hess @ 12:07 am

The round-pin power cords used on older Hewlett-Packard and Dolby equipment uses a connector called the PH-163. 

The round-pin power cords using the PH-163 connector come in two versions. The difference between the two versions is that the hot and neutral are reversed. The ground is always in the same centre position. (more…)



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