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Mega 65 User Manual

Mega 65
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MEGA65 Welcome Guide
Dan Sanderson
Jun 13, 2022

Table of Contents

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Mega 65 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ROM128 KB
RAM128 KB
StorageSD card slot
GraphicsVIC-IV chip
PortsEthernet, HDMI, SD card slot
Operating Systemcustom operating system extensions
CPU40 MHz CSG 45GS02 (custom 6502 core)

Summary

Welcome to the MEGA65 Guide

Essential Things You'll Need

Getting Started: Try This First!

Loading and Running Programs

Guides on how to load and execute programs from disk images using BASIC commands.

Commodore 64 Mode

Explains how to run the MEGA65 in a Commodore 64 compatibility mode.

Configuring Your MEGA65

Details how to access and adjust system settings through the configuration utility.

Important MEGA65 Concepts

Understanding MEGA65 Cores

Describes FPGA cores as firmware, their role, and how to manage multiple core versions.

Opening the MEGA65 Case

Accessing the MEGA65 Filehost

Setting Up the microSD Card

Preparing the microSD Card

Steps to format and prepare a microSD card for use with the MEGA65.

Updating SD Card Essentials

How to download and install the latest essential files for the SD card.

Updating the ROM

Instructions for downloading and installing the latest MEGA65 ROM file.

Updating Core Firmware

Downloading Latest MEGA65 Core

Instructions on where to download the latest MEGA65 core firmware files.

Installing Latest MEGA65 Core

Step-by-step guide to installing the new MEGA65 core onto the system.

The C64 Core

Details the C64 core, which transforms the MEGA65 into a Commodore 64.

Using Disks

Using the JTAG Connector

Installing the JTAG Adapter

Detailed steps for physically installing the JTAG adapter into the MEGA65 case.

Using M65Connect Software

Guide to setting up and using the M65Connect application for PC interaction.

The m65 Command Line Tool

Introduction to the m65 command-line tool for development and testing.

Video Display Compatibility

HDMI (DVI) Output

Details on connecting to monitors via HDMI, aspect ratio, and refresh rates.

Known Hardware Issues

Real-Time Clock Issues

Describes issues with the Real-Time Clock not advancing correctly.