Proper BOM and files for EVO128x16 boards

[dzorbas]

Is this still the proper location to get all of the required and up to date files for the EVO128x16 boards? 

 

https://github.com/lucky01/PIN2DMD/tree/master/hardware/EVO128x16

 

The Zilog MPU listed is the Z84C0006VEG which is showing as obsolete/unavailable on Digikey and Mouser in Canada. Is there an equivalent or replacement for this chip? Or will PCBWay still be able to source this locally in China? 

 

Thanks,

 

Dino Z.

[lucky1]

Some suppliers still seem to have them in stock https://www.digi-electronics.com/en/products/detail/littelfuse/Z84C0006VEG/7659288.html

 

Since it is located in HK pcbway should be able to get them from there.

[dzorbas]

Thanks. What happens when there is no longer stock on these...? Is there an alternative? I'm sure as the quantities on hand start to dwindle, the price will start to climb, similar to how the STM processors jumped in price during COVID. 

[lucky1]

The Z80 used is based on the original schematics of the data east 128x16 controller from 1991 which obviously is outdated technology.

So the answer is the same like with the technology used in our beloved pinball machines. I´m pretty sure we will find a solution when the day comes.

[dzorbas]

It looks like PCBWay was able to find some for me. They told me they were manufactured around 2017. I'm going to assume that isn't an issue given that this chip probably hasn't had a design change in a long time.