2 open source boards using the SN74LS785N

Real designs built with the SN74LS785N, from public GitHub projects: a quick way to see how others power, decouple and connect it. Each board comes with its KiCad files, full parts list and a render — and you can simulate its firmware on HardLabs.

The SN74LS785N in open source designs

The gallery holds 2 open source boards using the SN74LS785N from 2 GitHub repositories; a typical one measures about 230 × 170 mm and carries around 150 components.

100% are two-layer designs, the rest use four layers or more, and 100% carry an open source license.

The most starred is TRS-80 Color Computer 2 NTSC ( 26-3134B & 26-3136B) by baldengineer.

What boards using the SN74LS785N are built for

SN74LS785N: common questions

Where can I find a SN74LS785N reference design?

Each of the 2 boards on this page is a real design using the SN74LS785N. Open one to see how it is wired up, with the full BOM, a render of the layout and links to its KiCad files.

What parts are used alongside the SN74LS785N?

The 27C128, 6821, 74LS02, 74LS138 and A1 appear in the most repositories here.

How big is a typical board using the SN74LS785N?

The median is 230 × 170 mm, and 100% are two-layer designs.

What is the most popular open source board using the SN74LS785N?

By GitHub stars, TRS-80 Color Computer 2 NTSC ( 26-3134B & 26-3136B) by baldengineer, with 442 stars.

Can I simulate one of these boards using the SN74LS785N before building it?

Yes. HardLabs turns a board's netlist and BOM into a working simulation, so you can boot and test firmware against it with no hardware on your desk.

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