PCWGotekMod
About the PCWGotekMod PCB
PCWGotekMod is an open source PCB design by SanPollo, published on GitHub under the CERN-OHL-S-2.0 license. It is a board, with 7 components from 7 distinct parts.
Other key parts include the 74LS32. By type, the board carries 4 connectors, 1 IC, 1 speaker and 1 capacitor.
From the project
A small addon PCB for Gotek-equipped Amstrad PCW computers which allows 720KB disc images to boot correctly, and fixes the issue of two disc drives being detected on single drive systems.
This project is licensed under the CERN Open Hardware Licence Version 2: CERN-OHL-S. If you intend to build and/or sell this PCB, make sure that you first read and understand the licence, as it also includes both a disclaimer of liability, and the terms under which you may use the project.
PCW Gotek Mod is a PCB which, when connected to a Gotek programmed with FlashFloppy software, allows the Gotek to correctly respond to the Amstrad PCW's floppy controller signals. This is important when CP/M and LocoScript make certain requests to the controller while booting from 720KB disc images.
Main components on the PCWGotekMod
PCWGotekMod bill of materials (BOM)
7 components, 7 distinct parts.
| Qty | Part | Footprint | Refs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 74LS32 | DIP-14_W7.62mm | U1 |
| 1 | Gotek Header | PinSocket_2x07_P2.54mm_Vertical | J1 |
| 1 | Pass Through | PinHeader_2x03_P2.54mm_Vertical | J2 |
| 1 | Power | PinHeader_1x01_P2.54mm_Vertical | J3 |
| 1 | Drive Select | PinHeader_1x03_P2.54mm_Vertical | J4 |
| 1 | Speaker | Buzzer_12x9.5RM7.6 | LS1 |
| 1 | 1uF | C_Disc_D3.0mm_W2.0mm_P2.50mm | C1 |
PCWGotekMod design files
The KiCad project lives in the SanPollo/PCWGotekMod repository on GitHub; these links point at the commit this page was built from.
- Schematicschematics/PCWGotekMod0.6.kicad_sch
PCWGotekMod: common questions
How many components are on the PCWGotekMod?
7 components, from 7 distinct parts. The full bill of materials is listed on this page.
Where can I download the PCWGotekMod design files?
From the SanPollo/PCWGotekMod repository on GitHub, which has the schematic; the links under Design files point to each one.
Can I use the PCWGotekMod design in my own project?
Yes, under the terms of its CERN-OHL-S-2.0 license, which SanPollo chose for the repository.