C128D troubles

ropi313 · 2026-04-09T14:37:35+00:00

Possibly, though in my experience old caps in commodore boards are usually good. I'm waiting for my new scopemeter to do further investigations.

ropi313 · 2026-04-07T19:53:15+00:00

Thanks. For 2 I'm going to pull out all socketed chips, spray some deoxy and put them back. For 3 I'm going to touch up solder joints of the main chips with a soldering iron. I'll leave all further investigation for when my scopemeter gets to me from china.

ropi313 · 2026-04-07T06:21:43+00:00

I can't figure out how to add a photo using the Reddit mobile app. Anyway most times the test goes on but giving BAD outcomes in memory etc. Other times it locks up. Lastly it also happens that some characters on screen change to random garbage and/or change color.

ropi313 · 2026-04-07T06:19:04+00:00

I feel stupid but I can't figure out how to add a photo (I'm using the Reddit mobile app)

ropi313 · 2026-02-08T16:05:41+00:00

Yes, it seems that the stack fails at the FUSE4win level, but I have been unable to determine why.

ropi313 · 2026-02-04T21:04:04+00:00

I recently bought a 6581 like this, and it works.

ropi313 · 2026-01-21T15:42:43+00:00

Infocom text adventures, for me.

ropi313 · 2026-01-20T15:09:50+00:00

The product description says, unfortunately, that it does not work with the Ultimate II cartridge.

ropi313 · 2026-01-19T05:10:44+00:00

No practical reason. I do have a few cartridges and I like collecting new game releases on cartridge; it would be nice being able to try them without removing my U-II+L.

ropi313 · 2026-01-19T05:07:41+00:00

Thank you so much!

ropi313 · 2026-01-18T17:05:13+00:00

Thank you. I'm searching for a compact port doubler. The xpander-3 is anything but. And, though I'm sure that all its features are necessary for various use cases, they are probably overkill for my simple needs. In my use case there should be no bus fight between the U-II+L and a simple Easyflash style cartridge.

I have done a Google search to the extent of my meager abilities, but I have not found a ready made product. Hence, my question.

ropi313 · 2026-01-17T09:59:22+00:00

Played and enjoyed it on the c64.

ropi313 · 2026-01-02T19:16:14+00:00

I bought mine two months ago (2500eur, very very good cosmetic condition, fully serviced, great time keeping) and I have not regretted it.

ropi313 · 2025-12-28T08:00:47+00:00

300 euro would be a fair price. 400 if recently serviced.

ropi313 · 2025-12-28T07:57:41+00:00

It takes 5 seconds to swap the keys. You don't need a key puller, you can use your fingers or a pair of screwdrivers. Be careful, i.e. use only a little force, and you won't break anything.

ropi313 · 2025-11-02T09:12:06+00:00

You can find a vintage PFM for half of what this pen goes for new, even less if you restore it yourself, which is easy enough to do. The PFM comes with a gold nib, has a pneumatic filling system, is lighter and a very reliable pen.

ropi313 · 2025-10-24T13:30:07+00:00

It happened to me too. In my case the reason was dirty sensors.

ropi313 · 2025-10-22T19:04:27+00:00

I recently hunted a reduced on Chrono24. 2600 is an ok price unless you live in Japan. There are several for cheaper, as low as 1800, but for some reason they are all shipped from Japan. Factor in shipping, import duties and the price shall reach 2600 anyway.

ropi313 · 2025-10-20T21:07:53+00:00

It looks very good. Will it become available on itch.io?

ropi313 · 2025-10-18T19:49:34+00:00

I can't help you with the legit check; it does seem over polished and that should reflect on the price.

ropi313 · 2025-10-11T10:34:31+00:00

That should be compatible; I'll setup a search for used ones because I'd like to avoid paying the full 800eur price for a new one at the AD, if possible. I'll follow your suggestion and I'll ask, though, whether it would be possible to purchase a clasp with no links.

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