ColecoVision

Development

Tutorial

Introduction to sdcc

ColecoVision system

Playing music

Hardware

Homebrew kits

Homebrew kit CV

Homebrew kit CVs

Software

libcv and libcvu

png2cv

png2cvs

abc2cvm

cvmtuning

compression utilities

Games

colecovision.eu

ColecoVision

How to buy

STM8

MCS-51

LLVM+SDCC

Contact

Homebrew kit CV: Kits using a DIL / DIP EPROM

Homebrew kit CV

Parts included in the homebrew kit CV

The ColecoVision Homebrew kit consist of all the parts needed to create cartridges including cartridge cases, screws, pcbs, 32KB DIL / DIP EPROMs, capacitors and logic chips.

The manual contains further information and assembly instructions, but is in need of updating.

Homebrew kit CV prototype

This kit consists of an assembled pcb with socket, 3 UV-erasable EPROMs, screws and a modified case. The EPROMS can be changed without a soldering iron.

Pcbs

These are the pcbs used in the kits. They have a gold surface finish. The L1.1 can be used with DIL/DIP parts, which are easy to solder by hand.

24 L1.1

Cartridge case

The cartridge cases are made from polypropylene. Below you can see some drawings:

Closed cartridge (drawing) Open cartridge (drawing)