Re: TransWarpGS Clone

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On Sunday, November 18, 2012 4:47:32 PM UTC-6, Conrad wrote:
> I have some news for the Apple IIGS community. Keep in mind this is a preliminary announcement and I'm not sure of the timeframe yet, but if nothing changes the timeframe should stay relatively unchanged. I am in the process of cloning the TransWarpGS. I should have a Gerber file ready by February. The first step will be a direct clone to get it to market as soon as possible. The FPGA used on the original card is possible to get right now, but the supply will dry up before long, so the next step will be to reengineer it to use a more modern FPGA, to make it a bit more futureproof. Keep in mind the process has already begun and there are no barriers to it continuing unhindered as of yet, so expect this to be ready before long. The IIGS has always been close to my heart, and I'm tired of seeing so many people be barred for using this machine to its full potential by the insane cost of TWGS or ZipGSX. I'd like to hear from anyone who would be interested in ordering a TransWarpGS when they are ready for sale, so I can get an idea of interest. Looks like initial target price might be around CAD$150-CAD$175. Before anyone starts with skepticism or hostility let me just say now that I absolutely understand your reactions. An announcement like this probably seems too good to be true, but it isn't! After my troubles with my recently purchased TransWarpGS (my ROM eraser hasn't arrived yet so I haven't started the repair process yet) I realized that there are so many people out there who would love to have an accelerated GS but don't want to pay the going rate for an accelerator. I have found a way to make this project actually possible, and the process has already begun. I don't want to say a lot now until I have some things nailed down, but expect a full explaination shortly. So guys, let's hear some questions and comments!
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What kind of speeds do you hope to achieve?  Is 40 Mhz illogical?

Rob