Z80 PCB
Here is an the PCB for a simple Z80 board made by Thomas Scherrer

this project is born from a thread on comp.os.cpm, only small variations are done by me:
  • Added a connector for PIA signals and INT, NMI from CPU
  • Added a transitor to connect INTR from SIO to INT of CPU
  • The reset pushbutton is one of that are monted on CDROM readers, 6x6 mm , vertical mount

    The PCB is NOW COMPLETE
    Found a BUG in previus release , please use this version 1.1, 16c550 require an active high reset pulse
    the PCB is available here to receive feedback from potential users: complete Bottom Top and Silk Images

  • blue tracks are on solder side ( BOTTOM )
  • red tracks are on component side ( TOP )
  • small tracks are 15 mils
  • fat tracks are 50 mils
  • vias are 50mils/15 mils ( pad/hole )
  • pads are 60/70/28 mils ( oval / hole )
  • most of track start from pads on solder side to facilitate mounting of socket on non metalized vias PCB
  • at this stage the PCB can be done by a fab , I don't know if is doable at home ( lack of experience )
  • Mounting holes are 3 mm in diameter good for screw , not good for plastic standing

    On PCB:
  • P7 is the power supply connector ( 5 V regulated )
  • P6 is the parallel port expansione ( 8255 PIA )
  • P5 is the serial port ( TXD / RXD / DSR / DTR )
  • P1 is the reset push button

    please send me your notes to this email address: m.colandrea@libero.it