Branchus Creations (Bruce Rayne) will be doing a live stream where he will be announcing our #SMC new products. Stay tuned!
#KerosMacMods #SE30 #Mac
Branchus Creations (Bruce Rayne) will be doing a live stream where he will be announcing our #SMC new products. Stay tuned!
#KerosMacMods #SE30 #Mac
🚀 SPIISD V2 – Released Today! 🚀
#KerosMacMods
https://en.infinityproducts.co.jp/product-page/spiisd-v2-diy-kit
SPIISD: A High-Performance Smart Port Device for the Apple II Series The SPIISD is a high-performance smartport Hard Drive Emulator device designed for the Apple II series. With the release of version 2 (V2), the SPIISD now features a clear, easy-to-read OLED display, operated by simple push-button switches for a more intuitive and user-friendly experience. Key Links: GitHub Repository: https://github.com/kerokero5150/SPIISD_V2 Product Introduction and Development Blog: https://ameblo.jp/keroxiee1016/entry-12875583265.html OLED Compatibility Information: https://ameblo.jp/keroxiee1016/entry-12882949657.html Assembly Instructions: https://github.com/kerokero5150/SPIISD_V2/blob/main/PDF/SP2SD_V2_DIY_assembly%20guide1.pdf Detailed usage instructions: https://github.com/kerokero5150/SPIISD_V2/blob/main/PDF/SPIISD_INST1.pdf Cables and ConnectivityCompatibility Apple II Plus, IIe:This requires our Grappler Minus (or MFA2 WS's SoftSP card ) if you are using a DisII card, or a 5.25 Drive Card. Others will use cards with the IWM protocol such as Liron cards. IIc, IIc Plus, and IIgs : Please purchase the optional DB19 adapter described below. CablesAn IDC20 ribbon cable is required. You can purchase it from us as an option. *Macintosh internal cables can be used as is. Please note that some 20-pin cables with yellow lines, such as those found in Mac128K and 512K, may look like 20-pin cables, but they may not have the thinned-out cores. Available Kits and Options Standard KitIncludes all necessary parts for assembling the SPIISD. Ideal for those upgrading from V1 or who already own a conversion adapter and cable.(Included: SPIISD V2 main PCB, IDC20 box pin header, 7-pin header for OLED, 0.96" or 1.54" OLED, 3x tactile switches, 1x right-angle tactile switches, 1K ohm resistor, 1N5817 diode, Blue LED M3 size, MicroSD card board, Pre-programmed Arduino Nano board and pin headers)Price: 32 USD Optional Add-Ons: IDC 20 to DB 19 Adapter Kit / 8 USD If you select the "Fully Assembled" option, this adapter will be included, fully assembled. IDC 20-Pin Ribbon Cable (30 cm) / 6 USD Standard quality, made in China. Micro SD Card / 8 USD Pre-installed with bootable images, ready to use out of the box. Fully Assembled and Tested / 10 USD For customers who prefer a fully assembled unit. Professionally assembled and tested, ready to use out of the box. Upgraded 1.54" OLED Display / 7 USD Standard OLED size is 0.96" --- Notes on the Initial SPIISD Kit Design JAN 21 2025: The current version of the SPIISD kit comes with the pin headers pre-soldered before shipping, which was necessary in order to be able to update the firmware and bootloader via the pin headers.Most Arduino NANO units available today, including the clones we use, come with outdated bootloaders. These older bootloaders can significantly delay the microcontroller's initialization when powered on, leading to performance issues.To address this, we update the bootloader to the latest version and upload our custom program before shipping, ensuring the device is ready for use immediately.We are currently developing a specialized jig to update the bootloader on the Arduino Nano through the 6-pin ICSP connector. Once this is complete, we will be able to update the bootloader without needing to solder the pin headers. Future shipments will no longer require pre-soldering of pin headers before shipping.
I blogged about the details of the Wh-IWM Swapper:
We have designed a card "RAM Hijacker" that can change an 80col card to a 64k memory card. It will be commercialized by the end of this month.
I designed 16pin IC plug to db9 adapter for my AppleII, IDK if it will be made into a product, but is anyone interested?
They are an Apple II J-plus, the one on the left is my machine with the keyboard replaced. On the right is a perfect machine owned by a friend. It's very cool.
Finished 2 colors of A2 VGA cards, Purple and Black. These will be listed in my store for only 50 USD soon. We were able to significantly reduce costs by reviewing the parts and size. Moreover, I really like this design…
#SMC #KerosMacMods #AppleII
Dead test switcher prototype V.1.1. This does not use onboard RAMs to start, so you can somehow start it even if it does not start with normal Autostart ROM. Very very convenient.