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ZX Spectrum +2A - problems loading from tapeI recently acquired a ZX Spectrum +2A, now the only item in my collection to be found is a [b]+2B[/b], and I got all from the MK14 to the PC200 ;-) …
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Snap-in electrolytic capacitorsWhile trying to bring back to life an old PC I decided to change the caps from the board and the power supply. However, the power supply has two b…
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Sorting out a Case for a new Raspberry PiI have not got a new Pi yet so this is a bit academic. If I do get one I would want to cut out the USB input . This was done "as standard" on the Fuz…
... could use an old PC power supply case as an outer case ... to get for my Amigo power supply of this type:-
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What original Spectrum hardware was made in Taiwan?I have found that at least one original piece of Spectrum hardware was made in Taiwan . The one I found was the......... 1) Sinclair 128K Spectr…
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Modifying a speccy to +5v only operation.Just a thought experiment so far. Let's say i wanted to make a more resilient spectrum by getting rid of the DC-DC converter circuit. This would remo…
Soundic Victory MPT-02 - What are they worth?A friend of mine has had one these donated at her charity shop. It has it's box and comes with a boxed game cartridge called Star Wars. It is missing…
... . It is missing it's power supply, but she has ask me ...The Complete List Of The Causes Of Lower Ram Failure?Well the aim is to get a comprehensive list.I ask this because I know very little about it . I know that failure of "power supply" related capacitors…
Well the aim is to get a comprehensive list.I ask this because I know very little about it . I know that failure of "power supply" related capacitors can do this . But I suspect there are loads of other ways to damage lower RAM ICs? Any ideas?New/Old Spectrum UserI was recently fortunate enough to acquire an original model 48k Speccy for the cost of shipping on AtariAge and it's given me the impetus to have an…
... with) as well as another power supply and an on/off switch ...General PSU repair guidesNot Speccy related. I'm just looking for a guide as such as to where to begin with a power supply repair. Realise this is a bit of an odd thing to as…
... where to begin with a power supply repair. Realise this is a ... that far. When I did power it up, it was silent ... going to want a 12v supply as well as a 5v ... drives only want a 5v supply. The panel display is a ... like a -5vdc , an ac supply or something odd like a ...Spectrum in a BoxI had a Spectrum+ sitting around for quite some time collecting dust. The case wasn't much to look at, and the keyboard was already missing two keys.…
... ). Additionally, the 9V from the power supply is available via banana jacks ...ZX80 in a BoxAfter putting a [url="https://worldofspectrum.org/forums/discussion/57916/spectrum-in-a-box#latest"]Spectrum in a Box[/url] a while ago, I thought it…
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And ...Direct drive LCD screen - looking for information on previous projects people may have attempted.Hi All, My first post, so please forgive and guide if I've posted in the incorrect section. I'm a speccy user from way back in the 80's, but m…
... accidentally reversed polarity on a power supply supplying power to the bus directly ...Childhood Fantasy Fullfilled (Almost)My Dream set up. A row of Sinclair (note Sinclair not Amstrad) ZX Computers with Microdrives. https://i.imgur.com/fb9b4F1.jpg I say almost beca…
... I might be missing a power supply. I'm trying to decide ...5Ghz Video Transmitter - no more video cables.Just thought I'd mention... While waiting for my new LCD panels to arrive, I wanted to test the new Speccy that arrived, that wanting to test it, I r…
... quite wireless, because of the power lead, but a lot better ... much load on the old power supply either. They are pretty voltage ... make sure you get a power ground and a signal ground ...The "Fun" of old equipment...Warning to others with the Alphacom 32.So I manage to slowly rebuild my spectrum, and a part of that is getting a new printer. The Brother printer I once had is no more, and I don't want t…
... ) and I make up a power supply. Works test. Now try with ... supposed to support a 2A power supply, at 24 VAC. That's ...Using a thermal camera to fix speccy's.Hi All, Thought I'd share another repair... Got a board that collapsed the bench supply straight away ( I run a bench supply and give it just enou…
... that collapsed the bench supply straight away ( I ... run a bench supply and give it just ... />
Checked, and the power rails are being shorted or ... slow painful repair, but power generates heat, even in ... big low on the power supply, which is putting out ...Plus 3 Disk ConversionIf anybody wants any commercial +3 disks converted to .dsk format, I've rigged a +3 up to my PC and can make .dsk images of nearly all commercially p…
... one in the +3, a power supply
and a ribbon cable ...spectrum48k power supply?Hello, I live in the U.S. and I need to get a power adapter for the spectrum 48k comparable to the original. I needed to know all the specifications…
... current, but I think a power supply of 1Amp or more will ...I have aworking spekky 48kThis is one of many which have died before it, but how do I stop it from going the way of all Speccys before it. Which just seem to give up for no re…
It could be the power supply in your area. I have surge protectors on all my electronics - expensive but worth it. I see you're in Cork! I wouldn't trust the ESB supply raw with my Speccys [img]/__forums/images/smiles/icon_wink.gif[/img]I have aworking spekky 48kThis is one of many which have died before it, but how do I stop it from going the way of all Speccys before it. Which just seem to give up for no re…
M advice is get everythoing u can to protect your power supply.
Other than that it's in the lap of the gods, or a lot of luck!!blew up my 128i did it - damn. i accidentally reverted the polarity of the power power supply, so ended up with a blown 5v stabilizer, which i replaced, but there …
... revert the polarity of the power supply, you have a good chance ...Original rubber key 48k'sThis question is to some point academic; But i seem to remeber the original 48k Rubber Keys Speccy came in versions 1,2 & 3! (way back when, occasi…
... , a problem with the internal power supply is that one of the ... not maintained because, to reduce power consumption, the values of the ...Questions about +2The Spectrum +2 has a built in tape recorder. As I am about to put my hands on ony of those, I have a few questions: first, the +2 power supply the s…
... might help .
Firstly the power supply question . I own a 48k ... (not +2) Spectrum had a power supply the same as the 48k ... the +3 , which means the power supply and socket is totally different ...NTSC ZX Spectrum +2 wanted for USAI live in NY USA and I know nothing about electronics. I'm willing to buy a ZX Spectrum +2 that would be prepared to send a NTSC signal (instead of P…
... price.
As for the power supply you can either get a ...I WANT A ZX SPECTRUMIf anyone has got a working zx spectrum to sell, i'd like to buy, and mabye a few games.
I have the main computer, printer, cables, power supply.
Also I have several games.
Still have the original box, manual and companion cassette.
If your interested please reply.The Spectrum In EuropeWhat are the differences between Speccys in Europe and the UK? ie would a British 48K work in France or Italy, and vice versa?
... the same except for the power supply and some keys i.e ...Replacement power suppliesIs it possible to get a replacement power supply for the old speccys? The high Amperage is a problem: 1.4A for the rubber-keyed 48K. Know where you c…
If you find a old megadrive power supply (not megadrive 2), they are identical output to the spectrum 48k output.
Hope that helpsThe Spectrum In EuropeWhat are the differences between Speccys in Europe and the UK? ie would a British 48K work in France or Italy, and vice versa?
... need to be adapted for power and tv but other than ... "Made in Portugal" at the Power supply unit of a ZX Spectrum ... 48k.
Timex did the power supplies and the boxing of ...What is your worst Speccy related memory?We've had the good times, but there were bad times too. I will give you two choice cuts from my back catalogue... Over at a friends house, wanting to…
... soccer manager. This time, the power supply burnt out after 7 days ...What is your worst Speccy related memory?We've had the good times, but there were bad times too. I will give you two choice cuts from my back catalogue... Over at a friends house, wanting to…
i was round my mates house and he was playing Space Harrier. He got further than he had ever been, i think level 7 and then suddenly the speccy power supply died.
