Replica 1 plus Users Manual Chapter 3: Unpacking and Setting up system. Before you begin setting up your replica 1 computer, make sure you have plenty of table space. Do not power up the unit while touching any part of the circuit board and contact Briel computers if you are unsure about any part of the setup process. You will need the following items to get your replica 1 up and running: 1. The replica 1 system board. 2. Mini USB connector to PC/Mac or power supply. 3. PS/2 PC style keyboard 4. A TV with composite video in, or a composite computer monitor. 5. A video cable to attach to the TV from the replica 1. Place or mount the replica 1 board so that it is secured.
Make sure no metal objects can touch the circuit board or damage could result. Next you need to choose what type of power supply you are going to use. There are two ways you can power your replica 1 plus. The mini USB cable is not only the serial port but also the power source. If you intend on using the replica 1 ten just off your computer, you don't need a power supply. Try not to use the replica 1 connected to a USB hub as the power requirements are different than a direct port. Using a serial terminal program on your computer you can choose to use that as your keyboard and display if you wish or connect a PS/2 or ASCII keyboard and video monitor. Figure 5:
Mini USB connection for power and USB to serial port connection Once you have the power source connected, you can attach your monitor or TV to the replica 1 with a standard composite video cable. Most modern TV’s have a composite input located on the back of the TV. Plug your RCA style cable into the back of your TV or monitor and locate the video connector as shown and plug your cable (not supplied) into the replica 1 (figure 6). The replica 1 ten was designed for NTSC but the driver is listed as being PAL ready. We can provide a PAL version on the CD but can not test it at the moment. © Briel Computers 2014 page 10