DSTB1: new firmware release (22020531)

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DSTB1: new firmware release (22020531)

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https://github.com/dh219/DSTB/releases/tag/20220531

I've released a new firmware. This fixes a number of problems:-
  • Improved AltRAM controller now should be stable on more platforms
  • The 'slow release' of DTACK on pre-STE YM chips should now be handled
  • Blitter access to AltRAM now allowed again (testing feedback solicited)
  • TOS2.06 decoding now available on Test Point 1
  • LED now lights on AltRAM access
  • May be booted into 8MHz mode by connecting TP3 to GND via 220Ohm resistor at reset
The compromise to all the above is that write access is slightly slower in this version. I think that's a fair trade off for an early developmental board.

Also: there is no manual yet. Anyone fancy starting one? :twisted:

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Re: DSTB1: new firmware release (22020531)

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Badwolf wrote: 01 Jun 2022 13:22 https://github.com/dh219/DSTB/releases/tag/20220531

I've released a new firmware. This fixes a number of problems:-
Thank you. I will check this out when I get my board done.
Badwolf wrote: 01 Jun 2022 13:22 Also: there is no manual yet. Anyone fancy starting one? :twisted:
Nah, we'll leave that to you... ;)
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Re: DSTB1: new firmware release (22020531)

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Thank you! Just programmed mine ;D
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Re: DSTB1: new firmware release (22020531)

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@Badwolf Does "TOS2.06 decoding now available on Test Point 1" mean I connect TP1 to 'CE'? Thanks
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Re: DSTB1: new firmware release (22020531)

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@exxos sorry to summon :) would you think this may be for the CE line? (BW hasn't been active for a few weeks)
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Re: DSTB1: new firmware release (22020531)

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Steve wrote: 21 Jun 2022 09:50 @exxos sorry to summon :) would you think this may be for the CE line? (BW hasn't been active for a few weeks)
Yeah TP1 is CE on the H5 or dualtos boards etc.
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Re: DSTB1: new firmware release (22020531)

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Thank you! :)
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Re: DSTB1: new firmware release (22020531)

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Badwolf is on holiday but he'll be back soon
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