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v0.4 PCB Design Progress

A project log for PICO9918

A replacement for the classic TMS9918A/TMS9929A VDP, powered by a Raspberry Pi Pico (RP2040)

troy-schrapelTroy Schrapel 06/26/2024 at 13:460 Comments

Started working on the next revision of the board (v0.4). The all-in-one. 

Looking pretty good. Managed to have it mostly single-sided (good for cheaper PCBA). Most of the components will be on the underside. 4 layers with the middle layers being a solid ground pour and a (mostly) power layer. Signals mostly on the IC layer (bottom) with some on the back (top). 

On the top side are a couple of optional LEDs for read and write (for those who like the blinkenlights). The Boot button and USB-C connector required for reprogramming to little RP2040. 

Not ordering these yet as I like to give it a few days to "simmer" in case I think of anything I've missed or could do better. Likely order the initial batch next week.

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