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RFC2795 Ltd
RC2014 Classic - Homebrew Z80 Computer Kit
$99.00
Prototype PCB for RC2014
$6.00
RC2014 Pro - Homebrew Z80 Computer Kit
$199.00
64K RAM Module For RC2014 - Z80 Homebrew Computer
$22.42
Raspberry Pi Zero Serial Terminal for RC2014
$28.31
Compact Flash Module for CP/M RC2014 Computer
$31.02
Backplane 8 For RC2014 - Z80 Homebrew Computer
$30.50
Pageable ROM Module for RC2014 Homebrew Computer
$21.67
Universal Micro Keyboard
$21.40
Digital IO Module For RC2014 Z80 Homebrew Computer
$16.98
RC2014 Mini - Single Board Z80 Computer Kit
$88.00
Z80 CPU v2.1 for Enhanced Bus RC2014
$18.89
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Tinkering with old 8 bit home computers to see what can be done with modern solutions.
Reviews
Andy | Nov. 15, 2019
Great product. Fun to build and use.
For RC2014 Pro - Homebrew Z80 Computer Kit
The assembly instructions aren't all in one place. Here are my notes:
1. None of the three jumpers on the SIO/2 board should be fitted.
2. On the serial board use port A (on the 45 degree angle) to boot CP/M.
3. Only Gnd, Rx and Tx are needed for SIO to work, that's pins 1, 3, 4. Crossed over of course!
4. I bought a USB to TTL module with 3V/5V jumper set to 3V3; the tx/rx LEDs on this module are really useful.
5. On the RAM board, use the double row edge connector and don't fit "link".
6. To boot CP/M, set jumpers on ROM board to A13, A14 = 0 and A15 = 1
7. You will need the 5V Direct link on the motherboard to use the supplied USB power cable.
Also join the Google group email list (details on RC2014 website) for more info and help.
There are some great tips on the Google group, including ways to get info on and off the CF card.
Antony | Nov. 14, 2019
Highly Recommended.
For RC2014 Classic - Homebrew Z80 Computer Kit
Beautifully packaged kit with all parts present and correct. I built my example of the RC2014 using the included documentation and only needed to dig a little deeper to find the correct FTDI pin configuration. It worked first time. What more can I say?
Tobias | Oct. 28, 2019
Nice upgrade
For 64K RAM Module For RC2014 - Z80 Homebrew Computer
Tobias | Oct. 28, 2019
Recommended!
For Compact Flash Module for CP/M RC2014 Computer
Thanks!
Gerald | Oct. 8, 2019
Superb product
For RC2014 Pro - Homebrew Z80 Computer Kit
The Z80 is an excellent choice for a ‘home-brew’ computer: single 5v supply, all the control/state inputs/outputs you’d need to distinguish instruction from data accesses, separate IO addressing, great interrupt options and even dynamic memory refresh capabilities.
The modular design approach adopted in the RC2014 design is well delivered. Separate CPU, system clock generator, ROM (with MS BASIC abs monitor), RAM and Serial IO modules gives you an excellent base system, which with a suitable interface to a PC or a MAC (either used as a terminal display) gets you up-and-running pretty quickly, once you’ve completed building the motherboard and modules.
What I really like about the RC2014 is that it’s open: anyone can devise and build a new module - that flexibility is really welcome as it allows the RC2014 to be used in a myriad of applications.
Given this kit has a reasonable, not full, level of documentation, ‘newbies’ to electronics, the soldering iron etc may be put off but there is some excellent unofficial support available, driven by friendly, enthusiastic and knowledgeable interest group/forum members.