Tag: localtalk

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StatusProductWhat it doesCompatibilityLinks
AvailableChecked Jul 24, 2026ImageScribbler LocalSquawk Optionby Ian Scott
localtalkappletalkprinteropen hardwarereproduction

Adds LocalTalk networking to an Apple ImageWriter II or ImageWriter LQ printer.

JCM's current page offered fully assembled and board-only choices on 2026-07-24. A DIY build needs correctly selected jumpers, a programmed EEPROM and NVSRAM, suitable board clearance, and several vintage chips. The project recommends installing the original-style grounding wire.

Sources
  • Apple ImageWriter II and LQ Exact model
ImageScribbler project pageJCM assembled and board-only optionsHardware files and assembly notes
AvailableChecked Jul 24, 2026TashTalk USBby Feral Firmware and Tashtari
localtalkappletalkusbserialfile transferopen hardwaremacoslinux

Connects a modern Mac or Linux computer directly to vintage LocalTalk computers and peripherals over USB.

JCM showed 181 assembled units in stock on 2026-07-24. A standard Macintosh crossover serial cable or a LocalTalk dongle is still required; a straight-through serial cable will not work. TailTalk describes itself as a work-in-progress prototype and currently expects a routerless AppleTalk setup.

Sources
  • LocalTalk bridges Bus/interface
Assembled TashTalk USBTailTalk software and TashTalk USB hardwareTailTalk setup guideTashTalk firmware