I finally got hold of that PSU-less C64 that I mentioned on the list a few
weeks ago, followed by a 9VAC PSU to test it with. Other than needing the
VIC-II and associated ICs re-seating I've not encountered any problems
(I've not tested the 1541 yet though due to lack of a cable).
Anyway, I'd like to sort out a better PSU for the machine itself until I
can get a genuine one from somewhere - does anyone know what a reasonable
max current draw on the 9VAC lines might be? (This is an original
'breadbox' machine)
The wall-wart 9VAC PSU that I found for testing is only rated for 400mA,
which I suspect might be on the low side; I've seen claims of needing 1A or
more, and
http://www.hardwarebook.info/C64/128_User_Port only states 100mA
max for the user port, suggesting that the machine itself might require
quite a lot under certain conditions.
cheers
Jules