Are there assembly instructions on the Rev G anywhere? I know there are some component load options wrt PAL vs NTSC on the schematic but I want to make sure I don't miss anything. I'll be assembling mine as a PAL machine btw, I see no reason these days to go NTSC.
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You might find this website useful: malinov.com/Home/sergey-s-blog/buildingzxspectrumclone-harlequin-part1
Here you can find the soldering manual but it has been based on rev F of the board.
Being in the US, if I were using an old TV or monitor I might consider setting up for NTSC, but since I'll be using a composite -> HDMI converter I can't think of a reason to do that, and I can think of some not to. Presumably some software, all of which I would assume was written for a PAL system, might be negatively affected by the slightly different timing. Probably most wouldn't care but since NTSC doesn't really buy me anything, PAL it is.
Besides, I'd like my colors to be the same color twice. ;)
This should be the correct link: Rev F Soldering Manual
Do you do anything special to stick your speaker to the board? Double sided tape or just let the leads hold it in place?
The speaker is well secured and kept in place by leads only.
Greetings Ingo.
As the speaker vibrates a double side foam or tape is much far better option. Or you can apply a drop of hot melt glue between the board and speaker.
Greats Ingo.
That blue soldermask on that board really looks outstanding. Wish I'd have bought that one. Mine has white soldermask.
Those pictures are great as well. Is that a smartphone camera or a dedicated camera?
Regarding photos, I use a full frame DSLR with prime lenses and an external flashgun.