Commodore 64G: First look and (very) simple fix

Описание: So... I accidentally bought a Commodore 64 on eBay. Not just any old C64, but a C64G.

If I were in Germany, this wouldn't be a big deal. The 64G was a German domestic market variant of the Commodore 64 that sold alongside the 64C. The G has the classic Breadbin form factor, but with later 64C cost reductions. At least, that's how the 64G is reported to roll...

As to how a 64G ended up in Australia? I have no idea, as I bought this from a seller in Sydney. Whether the seller imported it himself, or he bought it from someone else who brought it in from Germany is anyone's guess.

For what it's worth, it was sold with an Australian-market black C64 PSU; vented, screwed together and epoxy-free. I should probably try refurbishing it at some point just to see if can be done.


Links:
Jan Beta's Aldi 64 video:
   • About the ALDI Commodore 64  

OzPLA from Melbourne Console Reproductions:
http://melbourneconsolerepros.com/pro...

I bought my Versa64 cart from a dude named Gavin:
https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/114747265...


Contents:
0:00 Introduction: WTF is a 64G?
3:52 "For parts or repair only"
5:43 A mildly interesting discovery
7:44 Replacing the character ROM
7:59 More chip swapping goodness
11:41 Running diagnostics with the Versa64 cart
12:49 Another RF shield bites the dust
13:29 Another mildly interesting discovery
13:51 Conclusion and outro


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