The SC131 is a really neat trying and compact retro computing platform constructed across the Z180 CPU. The Z180 is clocked at 18.432 MHz and there’s a wholesome 512k bytes of RAM and 512k bytes of flash reminiscence on board. Pre-installed to the flash is the RomWBW firmware which is described as a strong implementation of CP/M. You may learn extra about RomWBW over on the RomWBW repository right here.
There are many choices over on the product web page, from PCB solely by means of to an entire package with the wanted USB serial adaptor and USB cable. With the entire package all you would wish so as to add is a micro SD card for some on-board storage. It’s in all probability truthful to say this isn’t a soldering package for an absolute newbie. There are just a few tough sections within the meeting that is likely to be a problem for many who haven’t assembled just a few kits and tasks earlier than. It’s undoubtedly price studying by means of the wonderful and detailed meeting directions in this information to provide you a way of what you’re up in opposition to on this construct.
With the in-built FTDI USB to serial adaptor you’ll want, like with many retro computing platforms, to hook this as much as a pc with a terminal emulator put in. As soon as up and working we will think about this neat unit offering loads of retro leisure!
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