This is a retro gaming joystick based on the Commodore 64. It has a custom chipset designed to immitate the functions of the original commodore custom chips. For the most part, it does a good job. What makes it even cooler is that it has the ability to be expanded into a almost fully functional Commodore computer. (No Userport, cartridge port, Dataset, or extra Joystick) But can be connected to a disk drive, PS/2 keyboard, external power and S-Video. I haven't yet added S-Video to mine, but have done the rest. Now, my method of adapting it has been somewhat unconventional. Instead of drilling holes and mounting ports as most people have done, I simply used female cables for the PS/2 and IEC ports and hung them out the back of the unit. It was a quick, easy way to do it. Since I have two DTVs, I left one unmodified if I want to take it with me somewhere. This one sits on the table most of the times so the extra wires don't matter much. At this point I only have a 5-inch TV to dedicate to the machine, but when I get some time to go to the attic I'll get out my old Commodore 1084 monitor and connect it.. At which time I'll probably want to add the S-video connector. I'll probably use a femail mini-Din cable for that too.
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