PRODUCTS
8/16 bits
NEW RETRO
COMPUTER
C256U/U+:
W65C816S @ 14Mhz
C256 GEN X:
CPU#1
W65C816S @ 14Mhz
CPU#2 (Your Choice):
MC68SEC000 @ 20Mhz
MC68EC030 @ 40Mhz
MC68EC040 @ 25/50Mhz
i486DX2 @ 50Mhz
i486DX2 @ 66Mhz
Fully featured board with Sound Chips,the VICKY II/III Graphics Engine and lots of storage, plus more…
Hours of Fun…
C256 Foenix Gen X
16/32 bits
NEW RETRO
COMPUTER
A2560K:
MC68040V @ 25/40Mhz
A2560X (your choice):
MC68SEC000 @ 20Mhz
MC68EC030 @ 40Mhz
MC68EC040 @ 25/50Mhz
[email protected]
i486DX2 @ 50Mhz
i486DX2 @ 66Mhz
Fully featured board with Sound Chips,the VICKY II/III Graphics Engine and lots of storage, plus more.
Hours of Fun…
A2560K Foenix
A2560X Foenix
A2560K/U
Accessories
C256 FOENIX GEN X
Dual CPU New Retro Computer with full sound and graphical system. Based on the WDC65C816 8/16bits CPU, the C256 Foenix Gen X gives you the opportunity to install a more advanced 32bits CPU of your choice, like a member of the 68000 CPU family. The system has been designed to give you full freedom in your creativity.
General Specifications
SYSTEM
Built-in CPU
WDC65C816 @ 14Mhz
Built-in CPU Sub-system
8MBytes Static RAM – 1MBytes FLASH
Modular 32bits CPU Socket Choices
MC68SEC000 @ 20Mhz (Release Date: Nov 2021)
MC68EC030 @ 40Mhz (Release Date: Dec 2021)
MC68EC040 @ 25/50Mhz (Release Date:Feb 2022)
MC68040V @ 25Mhz (Release Date: Feb 2022)
i486DX2 @ 50Mhz (Release Date: Jan 2022)
Cyrix 486DX2 @66Mhz (Release Date: Jan 2022)
Modular 32bits CPU Sub-system
4MBytes Static RAM – 4MBytes FLASH
System General Memory
64MBytes (16Mx32) of SDRAM Memory
VIDEO SUB-SYSTEM
Graphics Engine
VICKY III
Dual Head Graphics System
Resolutions
Full: 640 x 480 @ 60Hz – Pixel Doubling: 320 x 240
Full: 800 x 600 @ 60Hz – Pixel Doubling: 400 x 300
Full: 1024 x 768 @ 60Hz – Pixel Doubling: 512 x 384*
Color Depth
256 Colors – 8bits Per Pixel – For All Modes. (8x LUT)
Full Color – 24bits Per Pixel – Special Modes TBD*
Graphics Engine Features
2 Bitmap Layers
4 Tilemap Layers
64 Sprites
VDMA Engine (with blitter features)*
Hardware Bresenham line drawing Engine*
Enhanced text modes*
Etc…
*: New features that will be integrated in VICKY III
SYSTEM MISC
Media
3.5″ Floppy Drive
Full-Size SDCard
2.5″ HDD – 44pins IDE Connector Support (Laptop HDD)
Communication Ports
2x Full Support DB-9M RS-232 Ports
1x Full Support DB-25F Parallel Port
1x 10/100Mbits Ethernet Controller
Joysticks
4x DB-9M Atari Style Ports with Analog Inputs (2 ports only)
4x SNES Joypad Ports
4x NES Joypad Ports
Others
Internal Power Supply
Feature Selection Dipswitch
CPU Selection Button
AUDIO SUB-SYSTEM
Populated Chiptune Chips
OPM – JT2151SA ( FPGA Replication of the YM2151) on Socket
OPN2 – JT2612SA ( FPGA Replication of the YM2612) on Socket
PSG – SN76489 on Socket
OPL3 – YM262-M Soldered Onboard
SID – 2x FPGA Gideon SID Implementation
Unpopulated Sockets
2x SID with +9V/+12V power rail & Mono/Stereo select
Accessible Analog Input
Audio Sampling
Full ADC/DAC CODEC with 6 Inputs
2x Auxiliary DACs
Multi-Channel Integration in Hardware*
Supports
8bits/16bits Resolution
Mono/Stereo Mode
Sampling Rate: 48khz/44.1khz*/24khz*/22.05khz*
Memory to DAC SDMA Engine*
Misc
MIDI Connectivity
YM2612 & PSG audio level adjustment with POTs
Onboard 15W audio amplifier with speakers
RCA Stereo Line-In for Recording
RCA Stereo Line-Out
1/8″ inch Headphone Output Connector
*: New features that will be integrated.
MECHANICAL SPECS
Enclosure Dimension
9″ x 9 ” x 9″ (228.6mm x 228.6mm x 228.6mm)
Product Weight
TBD
Enclosure Construction Materials
Internal Aluminum Sheet Encasing Structure
3D Printed External Support Structure
Laser Cut Aluminum Sheet Panel
Sheet Panel Finish – TBD
Enclosure Color Scheme
Black 3D Printed parts
Deep/dark Purple Panel
A2560X FOENIX
The A2560X Foenix is a full 32bits CPU system based on the CPU of your choice like a member of the 68000 CPU family. The system has been designed to give you full freedom in your creativity.
General Specifications
SYSTEM
Built-in CPU of your choice
MC68SEC000 @ 20Mhz (Release Date: Nov 2021)
MC68EC030 @ 40Mhz (Release Date: Dec 2021)
MC68EC040 @ 25/50Mhz (Release Date:Feb 2022)
MC68040V @ 25Mhz (Release Date: Feb 2022)
i486DX2 @ 50Mhz (Release Date: Jan 2022)
Cyrix 486DX2 @66Mhz (Release Date: Jan 2022)
32bits CPU Sub-system
4MBytes Static RAM – 4MBytes FLASH
System General Memory
64MBytes (16Mx32) of SDRAM Memory
VIDEO SUB-SYSTEM
Graphics Engine
VICKY III
Dual Head Graphics System
Resolutions
Full: 640 x 480 @ 60Hz – Pixel Doubling: 320 x 240
Full: 800 x 600 @ 60Hz – Pixel Doubling: 400 x 300
Full: 1024 x 768 @ 60Hz – Pixel Doubling: 512 x 384*
Color Depth
256 Colors – 8bits Per Pixel – For All Modes. (8x LUT)
Full Color – 24bits Per Pixel – Special Modes TBD*
Graphics Engine Features
2 Bitmap Layers
4 Tilemap Layers
64 Sprites
VDMA Engine (with blitter features)*
Hardware Bresenham line drawing Engine*
Enhanced text modes*
Etc…
*: New features that will be integrated in VICKY III
SYSTEM MISC
Media
3.5″ Floppy Drive
Full-Size SDCard
2.5″ HDD – 44pins IDE Connector Support (Laptop HDD)
Communication Ports
2x Full Support DB-9M RS-232 Ports
1x Full Support DB-25F Parallel Port
1x 10/100Mbits Ethernet Controller
Joysticks
4x DB-9M Atari Style Ports with Analog Inputs (2 ports only)
4x SNES Joypad Ports
4x NES Joypad Ports
Others
Internal Power Supply
Feature Selection Dipswitch
AUDIO SUB-SYSTEM
Populated Chiptune Chips
OPM – JT2151SA ( FPGA Replication of the YM2151) on Socket
OPN2 – JT2612SA ( FPGA Replication of the YM2612) on Socket
PSG – SN76489 on Socket
OPL3 – YM262-M Soldered Onboard
SID – 2x FPGA Gideon SID Implementation
Unpopulated Sockets
2x SID with +9V/+12V power rail & Mono/Stereo select
Accessible Analog Input
Audio Sampling
Full ADC/DAC CODEC with 6 Inputs
2x Auxiliary DACs
Multi-Channel Integration in Hardware*
Supports
8bits/16bits Resolution
Mono/Stereo Mode
Sampling Rate: 48khz/44.1khz*/24khz*/22.05khz*
Memory to DAC SDMA Engine*
Misc
MIDI Connectivity
YM2612 & PSG audio level adjustment with POTs
Onboard 15W audio amplifier with speakers
RCA Stereo Line-In for Recording
RCA Stereo Line-Out
1/8″ inch Headphone Output Connector
*: New features that will be integrated.
MECHANICAL SPECS
Enclosure Dimension
9″ x 9 ” x 9″ (228.6mm x 228.6mm x 228.6mm)
Product Weight
TBD
Enclosure Construction Materials
Internal Aluminum Sheet Encasing Structure
3D Printed External Support Structure
Laser Cut Aluminum Sheet Panel
Sheet Panel Finish – TBD
Enclosure Color Scheme
Black 3D Printed parts
Dark Teal Panel
A2560K FOENIX
Integrated Keyboard Version
The A2560K Foenix is a full 32bits CPU system powered by a MC68040RC25V with integrated keyboard.
General Specifications
SYSTEM
Built-in CPU
MC68040V @ 25MHz (Release Date: Oct 2021)
32bits CPU Sub-system
4MBytes Static RAM – 4MBytes FLASH
System General Memory
64MBytes (16Mx32) of SDRAM Memory
VIDEO SUB-SYSTEM
Graphics Engine
VICKY III
Dual Head Graphics System
Resolutions
Full: 640 x 480 @ 60Hz – Pixel Doubling: 320 x 240
Full: 800 x 600 @ 60Hz – Pixel Doubling: 400 x 300
Full: 1024 x 768 @ 60Hz – Pixel Doubling: 512 x 384*
Color Depth
256 Colors – 8bits Per Pixel – For All Modes. (8x LUT)
Full Color – 24bits Per Pixel – Special Modes TBD*
Graphics Engine Features
2 Bitmap Layers
4 Tilemap Layers
64 Sprites
VDMA Engine (with blitter features)*
Hardware Bresenham line drawing Engine*
Enhanced text modes*
Etc…
*: New features that will be integrated in VICKY III
SYSTEM MISC
Media
3.5″ Floppy Drive
Full-Size SDCard
2.5″ HDD – 44pins IDE Connector Support (Laptop HDD)
Communication Ports
2x Full Support DB-9M RS-232 Ports
1x Full Support DB-25F Parallel Port
1x 10/100Mbits Ethernet Controller
Built-In Keyboard
80 Keys Keyboard with RGB Lighting
Joysticks
2x DB-9M Atari Style Ports with Analog Inputs
NES/SNES Expansion by using the SNES/NES Expander for the U/U+
Others
4 Prongs External Dual Power Supply (Supplied)
Feature Selection Dipswitch
AUDIO SUB-SYSTEM
Populated Chiptune Chips
OPM – JT2151SA ( FPGA Replication of the YM2151) on Socket
OPN2 – JT2612SA ( FPGA Replication of the YM2612) on Socket
PSG – SN76489 on Socket
OPL3 – YM262-M Soldered Onboard
SID – 2x FPGA Gideon SID Implementation
Unpopulated Sockets
2x SID with +9V/+12V power rail & Mono/Stereo select
Accessible Analog Input
Audio Sampling
Full ADC/DAC CODEC with 6 Inputs
2x Auxiliary DACs
Multi-Channel Integration in Hardware*
Supports
8bits/16bits Resolution
Mono/Stereo Mode
Sampling Rate: 48khz/44.1khz*/24khz*/22.05khz*
Memory to DAC SDMA Engine*
Misc
MIDI Connectivity
YM2612 & PSG audio level adjustment with POTs
Onboard 15W audio amplifier with speakers
RCA Stereo Line-In for Recording
RCA Stereo Line-Out
1/8″ inch Headphone Output Connector
*: New features that will be integrated.
Mechanical Specs
Enclosure Dimension
approx: W: 13″ x L: 9.6″ x H: 3″ (228.6mm x 228.6mm x 228.6mm)
Product Weight
TBD
Enclosure Construction Materials
Internal Aluminum Sheet Encasing Structure
3D Printed External Support Structure
Enclosure Color Scheme
TBD
A2560K FOENIX Accessories
Over the last years some expansion cards and joystick adapters have been developed to complement your C256 Foenix Experience. Here they are:
SNES/NES Joypad Adapter
For the C256 Foenix U/U+ & A2560K
Description
This allows the user to interface to 4 standard NES or SNES joypads. This unit work with C256 Foenix U/U+ or the upcoming A2560K. The cable will connect with Port 1.
