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This is based on the Micro-Elf project presented in Popular Electronics 1976.<\/p>\n

Mike Riley from\u00a0<\/span>elf-emulation.com<\/a>\u00a0<\/span>has designed a PCB to make for easier construction than the wire-wrap method used in my Cosmac Elf.<\/p>\n

Features:<\/p>\n

32k Ram
2mhz clock
Compact design, board is only 5\u2033 x 3.75\u2033
Full 4 digit address display (optional)
Expansion connector<\/p>\n

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Hex Keypad
This expansion plugs into the 74ls244 socket of the Micro\/Elf board and provides a 16 key hexadecimal keypad. Making program entry easier with this option!<\/p>\n

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Expermenting with some TIL311 remake LED’s<\/p>\n

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Pico\/Elf <\/span><\/h3>\n

The Pico\/Elf is a Micro\/Elf derivative. By eliminating the displays and switches (as well as associated circuitry), Mike Riley has been able to add the IDE, Serial port, and Eprom socket. Circuitry has been added to allow the computer to boot from rom by swapping 32k banks until the upper 32k is accessed. This machine also includes the Version 2 Micro\/Elf expansion connector. This is an excellent small computer for running Elf\/OS.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Pico Elf connected to Wyse Ternminal\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Early version of ELF\/OS install on CF Card<\/p>\n

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