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Computer Tip for the Sinclair Line

Authors

James DuPuy

Publication

The RAMTOP

Pub Details

The RAMTOP May-Jul 1988

Date

May-Jul 1988

Pages

3
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Hardware tip recommending replacement of LS-series TTL ICs with HCT or HC CMOS equivalents in the Timex/Sinclair 2068 expansion bus to reduce current draw and prevent bus overload. Explains the root cause of expansion bus instability.

Tags

The RAMTOP Hardware project TS 2068

People

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