RAY CARLSENS  C= REPAIR ARTICLES

                    Information to help you diagnose, repair and improve your Commodore computers and periferals.
                    Schematics for CBM hardware is at http://staff.washington.edu/rrcc        latest updates 11-20-07


VIC20: chips vs symptoms and diagnostics.

C64: chips vs symptoms and diagnostics.
C64 "blank screen" symptom: what it means and how to fix it.
C64C: chips vs symptoms and diagnostics.
C64 & C128 "joystick" control ports: troubleshooting the ports, joystick, mouse, paddles, etc.
C64/128 memory problems: "out of memory in 0" error message and others.
PLA replacement using an EPROM and adaptor

SX64: Disassembly, diagnosis, and repair.
SX64: how to add a computer reset switch without drilling any holes in the case.
SX64 disk drive change: how to swap the drive with a stand-alone 1541 mechanism.

The Commodore Plus/4 computer: a beginners tutorial.
That crazy square connector... how to change the power socket on the Plus/4 so you can use a C64 supply.

C128: chips vs symptoms and diagnostics.
How to upgrade the C128 from 16K to 64K of VRAM.
C128: 80 column picture "bending" and distortion on Commodore monitors.

1541 disk drive: chips vs symptoms, diagnostics.
1541 disk drive: diagnostic procedures.
1571 disk drive: common problems and solutions.
1581: Bug fixes and diagnostic procedures.
MSD-SD2: how to add a device # select switch.
MSD-SD2: link to operators manual, schematic, and service info.
Adding a reset switch to your Commodore disk drive.
A simple modification to safely defeat write protection without disabling disk change updates.
How to add a device change switch (8 to 9, 10, or 11) to your Commodore disk drive.
The disk drive "transit" card: what it's for and how to make your own. .jpg image

Adding a reset switch to your Commodore computer.
How to install a fan in your C64, SX64 or 1541
How to add a fan to your Commodore C128DCR (Metal Case USA model)
Color monitor adjustments: how to do convergence, color purity, and greyscale.
How to replace the power switch in your Commodore monitor.
How to desolder and replace chips in your Commodore equipment.
How to repair a broken audio/data tape cassette.
How to clean and repair your Commodore keyboards.
Connector pinouts for Commodore equipment.
How to make and install heat sinks for IC chips in Commodore equipment.
Repairing a "wall wart" power supply.
How to safely test and evaluate the C64 "black brick" power supply.
Schematic for a repairable C64 power supply (.jpg format).
The computer saver: an add-on to protect your computer from the "black brick" supply.