This new project based on a ZoomFloppy device makes it possible to read and write cassettes with a Commodore Datassette and a PC via USB.
Specifications:
source: zoomtape.de.vu
The HxC Floppy Drive Emulator is a software and hardware system created by jfdn aka Jeff.
The aim of this project is to replace the floppy disk drive by an electronic device emulating the floppy disk drive (list of supported Computer/Hardware).
There are two differents emulators:
Release notes for the HxCFloppyEmulator software v1.6.11.15:
Download: HxCFloppyEmulator software v1.6.11.15 (1011)
source: hxc2001.free.fr
Autopsy:
After ten years of use, i finally decided to replace my old Willem programmer with an updated version of this nice programmer. The Willem PRO 4 ISP.
Willem PRO 4 ISP is the most popular programmer on Europe. Programmer is built on two-sided laminate with metal-plated openings, solder mask complete with description of components.
Willem PRO 4 ISP could be connected into devices directly via ISP (In System Programming) connector.The main advantage of ISP is possibility to program devices directly in place without any need to dismount them. Because of that and high-tech software solutions our programmer is much more useful in various programming tasks. ISP could be powered directly by Willem Programmer or by device’s power supply.
source: programatory.com
Blok Copy cartridge for Commodore 64 is now available for ordering.
from the homepage:
TMR and I debated for some time on whether or not to wait until after our ongoing competition before releasing Blok Copy on cartridge. However, as we both have a lot on over the coming months (what with the Replay Expo 2011 coming up), we decided to just go for it and add the cartridge to the shop page. It’ll probably be a little while before the official disk release from Cosine comes out, but I’m sure that a pirate will get a cracked version out in the next few days ;)
Blok Copy began as a game written in order to learn the Atari 2600 hardware, where it utilised vertical splits to achieve seven independently coloured playfield objects. Although the Atari 2600 version is near enough complete, to date it remains unreleased on T.M.R’s workstation. However, although the game is yet to make it’s debut appearance on Atari hardware, Blok Copy has been released on three Commodore variations; namely the PET, C64DTV and of course the C64 (this cartridge).
source: rgcd.co.uk
This is a new ZoomFloppy package v2.0 that include a new release of OpenCBM and the ZoomFloppy Firmware v0.7.
Here are the changes in the v2.0 version:
Download: OpenCBM (Win) + ZoomFloppy firmware v0.7 (1648)
Download: ZoomFloppy Manual v2.0 (1894)
source: google groups sourceforge.net tommy winkler homepage retro innovations
The PETdisk is a new storage device, made by bitfixer, for the Commodore CBM / PET with an IEEE-488 port.
The system is in two parts. A datassette module that makes it possible to play “data” from a PC soundcard to the CBM / PET and play “data” from the CBM / PET to the PC. The IEEE-488 module has an SD card and a micro processor.
You can use the commands LOAD, SAVE and LOAD “$” to load or store data on the SD card. The device number can be changed with a help of a jumper. The USB cable is used to provide 5VDC from the datassette module to the IEEE-488 module.
For more informations,schematics,documentations and price of the kit please visit the site of the author.
source: bitfixer.com
Propeddle is an Open Source hardware/software project and it’s a universal platform to (re-)create many types of 6502-based computers, or design a new one.
The name Propeddle is a contraction of “Propeller” and “Peddle”, after Chuck Peddle, the principal engineer behind the 6502 and the PET-2001.
Download: Schematics and board layout (REV 5A) (1016)
source: savagecircuits.com propeddle.com
The HxC Floppy Drive Emulator is a software and hardware system created by jfdn aka Jeff.
The aim of this project is to replace the floppy disk drive by an electronic device emulating the floppy disk drive (list of supported Computer/Hardware).
There are two differents emulators:
Release notes for the HxCFloppyEmulator software v1.6.11.6:
Download: HxCFloppyEmulator software v1.6.11.6 (954)
source: hxc2001.free.fr
The cartridge EasyFlash III by Skoe is slowly taking shape. Like the previous one the VHDL code is open source.
This version introduces several new features, like:
source: forum64.de
petSD is the name of the new AVR-based hardware. It’s a modern mass storage solution for Commodore PET/CBM computers with IEEE 488bus using SD cards as floppy or hard disc replacement.
If you know the SD2IEC or µIEC: the petSD is just the same but for the older parallel IEEE 488 bus instead of the newer serial IEC bus.
Site update:
Nils Eilers has made a new layout with some bugs fixed and has ordered a first batch of PCBs.
source: nils eilers homepage
This project by Frank Buß is a cheap solution to connect a digital joystick to a PC using the USB interface.
The interface uses Freescale microcontroller that will simulate a USB keyboard and translates the joystick signals to keyboard signals.
source: www.frank-buss.de
Autopsy:
The interface 1541 Pocket Plus is a evolution of the Pocket 1541 released a few years ago. The 1541 Pocket Plus emulates the Commodore 1541 floppy drive with an SD (Secure Digital). The firmware like many Floppy Drive Emulation Interfaces for the C64 is based on the Open Source project SD2IEC and its operation is very simple and transparent, the interface is powered directly from the C64.
What can I do with it? It’s easy to say, with a normal SD (Secure Digital) you can store your favorites games and programs and you can load from the C64 everything directly from your memory card (SD), no more disk drives or datassette.
The differences from previous version, there are many, i’m going to list only the most important.
My first impression: I must say that has made a very good impression, the KIT Pocket 1541 Plus consists of several components built in an absolutely accurate and professional. The use of the addon PocketCard 64 at first time may be a bit complex for a beginner, but following the manual (you can find on the seller’s site) the configuration becomes easy and fun.
The Kernal cartridge mode is a very nice features, it overrides the PROM 901227. This feature requires the installation of the PocketPLA 64 and is only compatible with the Commodore 64 first edition (brown) with a PLA 906114.
In the sad case that the PocketPLA 64 can not be installed on your Commodore 64, the PocketCard 64 can be used to speed up the file loading with a TurboDisk Cartridge. The PocketCard 64 supports all types of cartridges (Ultimax or Standard) including games or utility. You can use the software PocketCard-64 to generate the file for the 29F040 flash with your compilations of Programs/Games or Kernal.
I suggest to buying this kit to all Retro Fans of the Commodore including people who want to ‘hack’ and not just play ;-D
source: rgmelsat.com
The Mega SwinSID is a new C64 SID replacement by Swinkels based on 32bit STM32 ARM Cortex M3 MCU and 512KB sample memory.
It runs at 80MHz and it uses integrated 12bit DACs for stereo output.
source: swinkels.tvtom.pl
This is a modern mass storage solution for Commodore PET/CBM computers with IEEE 488 bus using SD cards as floppy disk replacement.
This prototype is made on a breadboard, you can watch the Video Demostration on YouTube.
source: youtube.com
This site is about recreating gaming hardware from the past in modern programmable devices, known as FPGAs.
source: fpgaarcade.com
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