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AmiKIT for PiStorm and Pistorm32 (RPi 3A+, CM4 & RPi4 B)
£ 41.66 Excl. VAT
AmiKit for Pistorm and PiStorm32 is a pre-installed full workbench environment for the Commodore Amiga A500 A500 Plus, A600, A1200 and A2000 equipped with a Pistorm A500, Pistorm A600, PiStorm32-Lite or PiStorm32-Lite CM4. The SD card is packed with over 400+ classic Amiga programs and games. This version has been has been optimised for the PiStorm and It transforms your Amiga workbench interface in to a highly colourful, high resolution RTG desktop perfect for any HDMI monitor!!
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What you need:
- AmigaOS 3.2 ADF Files (Licenced AmigaOS 3.2 is available here)
- AmigaOS 3.2.2 update (available free from Hyperion’s website once you register AmigaOS 3.2)
- AmigaOS 3.2.2.1 hotfix (again available free from Hyperon)
- Picasso96 drivers from Aminet
- Internet connection from your Amiga (to register AmiKit on AmiKit Servers) using a PCMCIA WiFi or LAN card, Plipbox etc. There is a 15min demo of Roadshow TCP/IP stack included.
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Full HD 1920×1080 monitor (or at least HD 1360×768) for RTG desktop plus a second Amiga monitor for 15kHz native modes like PAL/NTSC (or just one monitor with multiple inputs or a suitable video upscaler like the Indivision AGA MK3 for the A1200 allowing 15kHz modes on modern monitors)
What’s included
- 64GB MicroSD Card preloaded with AmiKit for PiStorm.
- Metal case for for 2 SD and 4 microSD cards.
- MicroSD to SD card adapter.
- Licence key to register with AmiKit
Recommended Specs:
Amiga 1200 with PiStorm32-lite & Raspberry Pi 4B (1GB+ RAM) or CM4 or at least RPi3; with heatsinks + ideally a cooling fan
Minimum Specs:
Amiga 500/600/2000 with PiStorm & Raspberry Pi 3A+ or 3B+ or Zero2W; with heatsinks + ideally a cooling fan
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PiStorm32-Lite CM4, Expansion Breakout & 64Gb SD Card Bundle
PiStorm32-Lite CM4 bundle with Raspberry Pi CM4 module, expansion breakout with HDMI, Ethernet, USB and 64Gb SD Card. This is fully assembled, just installed Workbench.
What's included:
NOTE: The PiStorm32-Lite CM4 product is a open source project and will require some knowledge of the Amiga. *AmiKit Pistorm Edition requires AmigaOS 3.2 installation disks (ADF) and an internet connection, full details here. ** Wifi (wifipi.device) is still in alpha, which means that it can (and will) contain bugs. For this version you need to set up an unencrypted 2.4GHz wireless network (without a password). However, you can hide it in your router settings so that no one else can see it and connect to it. Future versions will bring WPA/WPA2 encryption.
- Pistorm32-Lite adapter
- CM4 Adapter (Allows connection of Expansion Breakout and Compute Module 4)
- Raspberry Pi CM4 module with Wifi (Supports AmiKit also)
- Passive Cooler
- Expansion Breakout that provides HDMI, USB and Ethernet Ports
- SD Card 64GB Sandisk Ultra (pre installed EMU68 on 200MB partition) Optional upgrade to AmiKit Pistorm edition*
- Flex wire 40 Pin 20cm
- Printed IO cover (3D printed)
Now with an added option of AmiKit and AmigaOS 3.2.2 plug and play options*. Now with WiFI**!
NOTE: The PiStorm32-Lite CM4 product is a open source project and will require some knowledge of the Amiga. *AmiKit Pistorm Edition requires AmigaOS 3.2 installation disks (ADF) and an internet connection, full details here. ** Wifi (wifipi.device) is still in alpha, which means that it can (and will) contain bugs. For this version you need to set up an unencrypted 2.4GHz wireless network (without a password). However, you can hide it in your router settings so that no one else can see it and connect to it. Future versions will bring WPA/WPA2 encryption.
PiStorm Adaptor Amiga A500 – A500 Plus
PiStorm Adaptor is designed to connect to the Raspberry Pi 3A + (not included but available as an option below). Placed in the DIP64 (CPU) socket of your Amiga A500, A500 Plus or A2000 in conjunction with the Raspberry Pi, it can emulate the operation of the 68020/68030/68040 processor. The software running on PiOS greatly extends the functionality of the Amiga - adding FAST memory, RTG (graphics card) and a network card. PiStorm is designed for Amiga computers (A500 / A500 Plus / A1500 / A2000), but should work with any 16-bit computer equipped with a 68000 CPU socket (FC adapter lines are not currently used / supported by firmware and cannot be guaranteed to work properly on systems with use them). Overall performance with the current use of "Musashi" as a 68k processor emulator is around 70-80 MHz 68030.
This adapter requires:
NOTE: This is a community project and will require some knowledge Amiga. We DO NOT provide any support for getting this product running, but support is available via the following Discord channel https://discord.com/invite/j6rPtzxaNW Also this product is still in BETA and while compatibility is very high, updates are always being released to increase compatibility with software and games. We do sell refurbished Amiga A500 and A500 Plus's which can have a PiStorm installed tested and running. Also we can add a PiStorm installation as part of any Amiga A500 or A500 Plus Service. We support developers and a percentage of the purchase price of the PiStorm adaptor is given to Claude Schwarz The PiStorm adaptors are professionally manufacture and are RoHS compliant.
- Raspberry Pi model 3A
- 32Gb SD Card configured to boot in to WB
NOTE: This is a community project and will require some knowledge Amiga. We DO NOT provide any support for getting this product running, but support is available via the following Discord channel https://discord.com/invite/j6rPtzxaNW Also this product is still in BETA and while compatibility is very high, updates are always being released to increase compatibility with software and games. We do sell refurbished Amiga A500 and A500 Plus's which can have a PiStorm installed tested and running. Also we can add a PiStorm installation as part of any Amiga A500 or A500 Plus Service. We support developers and a percentage of the purchase price of the PiStorm adaptor is given to Claude Schwarz The PiStorm adaptors are professionally manufacture and are RoHS compliant.
PiStorm32 Lite A1200 with RPi 3A+, 64Gb SD Card
PiStorm32-Lite A1200 is the full package which includes:
NOTE: This is a open source project and will require some knowledge of the Amiga. The PiStorm adaptors are professionally manufactured, and a contribution to the developer is made.
- PiStorm32-Lite A1200 Adaptor
- Raspberry Pi 3A+ Module
- 64Gb SD Card (Pre-installed kernel with EMU68) You will need a copy of Workbench 3.0 or above and a kickstart rom again 3.1 or above or send us an SD image and we will install and setup FOC.
- 3D printed RPi header protector
NOTE: This is a open source project and will require some knowledge of the Amiga. The PiStorm adaptors are professionally manufactured, and a contribution to the developer is made.
PiStorm600 Adaptor for Amiga A600
PiStorm600 for the Amiga A600 is an adaptor in which you plug in either a Raspberry Pi Model 3A+ or *Raspberry Pi Zero Model 2 (both not included) this provides a budget CPU accelerator for the Amiga 600. Also included is a file-based SCSI device, RTG graphics and several other optional enhancements.
Only the Pi 3-series is compatible with the current firmware version and only the Pi Model 3A+ and Raspberry Pi Zero Model 2 will physically fit in the A600 without modification and you can optionally support the PiStorm600 using M2.5 standoffs to help physically support it which are available as an option below.
Key Features
- Emulate 68010,68020,68030,68040,68060 Processors with or without FPU
- 128Mb Fastram.
- File-based SCSI device.
- RTG graphics from the Pi itself.
Notes:
Powering the A600/PiStorm It is possible if you have a weak PSU or the Amiga 600 has not been recapped you may see instability issues as with any accelerator, you have a few options all of which are available below, If your using a Pi Zero2 then it is unlikely you will need to apply additional power. A Pi 3A+ can consume more power, but this is not often an issue until you start connecting USB devices, you have a few options below:- You can add extra power via a floppy power connector splitter (available below) which is a new cable which splits the floppy power to power both your internal floppy drive and the PiStorm via its built in Molex connector (DO NOT ADD POWER OTHER THAN FROM THE AMIGA ITSELF OR TRY AND USE IT TO POWER OTHER DEVICES).
- Make sure your Amiga has been recapped, we offer 2 options Standard and Premium.
- Purchase a new Amiga PSU of which we also offer 2 versions, A600 Standard PSU or A600 Boost PSU which also as a 5VDC line adjustment to give a perfect 5 Volts to the Amiga 600.
*Using the Raspberry Pi Zero Model 2 is possible as mentioned but you do lose a little in performance.
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Gotek Drive pre-flashed with FlashFloppy (Generic)
Gotek drive is a inexpensive solution to replace your Commodore Amiga floppy drive (plus many other makes of computers). These are generic units that simply replace your existing floppy drive or put in an external enclosure. The Gotek drive is pre flashed with FlashFloppy which allows it not only to work with the Commodore Amiga, but also Amstrad CPC computers*, Sinclair Spectrum*, Atari and DOS / IBM PC's*
You will need a USB memory stick (NOT included) with your loaded ADF files.
This Gotek drive will work with all Commodore Amiga computers including:
- Amiga A500
- Amiga A500 Plus
- Amiga A600
- Amiga A1200
- Amiga A1000
- Amiga A1500
- Amiga A2000
- Amiga A3000
- Amiga A4000
- Amiga 4000T
- OLED Display instead of the 3 Digit Display
- Internal Gotek Speaker to hear those floppy sounds!
- Gotek Rotary knob for easily selecting that game, app or demo
Amiga 600 Gotek Drive, CLEAR/TRANSPARENT Mount, OLED Display and FlashFloppy
Amiga 600 Gotek drive is a great replacement for your failing Amiga 600 floppy drive or you wish to simply replace it with a Gotek drive. These are plug and play in that you simply remove your existing floppy drive and replace it with this unit (you use your existing bracket). 3 new screws will also be supplied to secure the Gotek drive to your Amiga.
You will need a USB memory stick (NOT included) with your loaded ADF files.
What are gotek drives in detail? Read here What is FlashFloppy check out this link Want to know even more about them, checkout retro32.com's review of them here Also checkout one of our favorite youtube streamers TheGebs24 and her views on the Gotek drive!
What are ADF files?
ADF files is the standard Amiga Disk Format for floppy disk images. no different to Sega or Nintendo roms, ADF's are images of Amiga floppy disk games. Not only could you have access to a huge back catalogue of retro Amiga games, but there are still brand new games being released today, for example: Raid over Moscow or Bridge Strike these are all available as ADF files. But you not limited to games or programs, but you have access to tons of Amiga demos (if your into that scene).What are gotek drives in detail? Read here What is FlashFloppy check out this link Want to know even more about them, checkout retro32.com's review of them here Also checkout one of our favorite youtube streamers TheGebs24 and her views on the Gotek drive!
Commodore Amiga PSU for A600 (BOOST VERSION)
Commodore Amiga PSU for A600 BOOST VERSION, up to 8A at 5VDC strong, adjustable PSU for regular and accelerated Commodore Amiga A500, A500+, A600, A1200.
The new Amiga PSU BOOST is a modern, 50W strong replacement power supply unit for Commodore Amiga computer systems. Based on our famous Amiga DUO/DUO+ PSU experiences provides stable, filtered, adjustable 5VDC (up to 8.0A), 12VDC (up to 0.5A) and -12VDC (up to 0.15A) by industrial grade components. Now your Vampire, Blizzard, ACA or Furia accelerator will get enough juice to work flawlessly with full MHz clocks. Factory trimmed for stock Amiga 500 reference load, may be adjusted to give exact 5VDC with 2-3x heavier loads.
Warning! Risk of electrical shock and energy hazard when opened. All failures should be examined by a qualified technicians only. Risk of fire or electrical shock. The ventilation holes should be protected from foreign objects or dripping liquids. Please do not install power supplies in places with high ambient temperature or close to the heat source. Enclosed power supplies are intent to work in indoor locations, it's not allowed to use power supplies outdoor, in dust or high moisture. Output current and output wattage must not exceed the rated values. This replacement Amiga PSU has been designed for Commodore Amiga 1200 vintage computer systems only and should be considered as an integral component of Amiga computer system. Do not connect to any other devices as it's not a general purpose PSU. Manufacturer is not responsible for any consequences of unauthorised or arbitrary repairs, modifications or incorrect usage. Please notice that new, properly working replacement Amiga PSU is reducing the system's potential fail rate but still is not guaranteeing that entire Amiga system will work correctly (it's >30 years old).
Key features:
- Commodore Amiga 500, 500+, 600, 1200 compatible
- Stabilized & filtered 5VDC up to 8A output (peak)
- Stabilized & filtered 12VDC up to 0.5A output
- Stabilized & filtered -12VDC up to 0.15A output
- 5VDC manual adjustment feature (potentiometer)
- Factory calibrated for stock Amiga 500 reference load
- Active & passive over voltage protections for main +5VDC line
- Over current protection for all output lines
- Integrates Protection & Adjustment LED Module add-on
- Fully isolated & fused on AC side
- Durable power On/Off switch (black)
- Status LED (Good Status Green)
- Long output cable (1.8m) with rectangular DIN 5-pin plug
- Detachable input AC cable for all versions (cable included)
- Weight only 0.4 KG (2x less than original PSU)
- UK Stock
Warning! Risk of electrical shock and energy hazard when opened. All failures should be examined by a qualified technicians only. Risk of fire or electrical shock. The ventilation holes should be protected from foreign objects or dripping liquids. Please do not install power supplies in places with high ambient temperature or close to the heat source. Enclosed power supplies are intent to work in indoor locations, it's not allowed to use power supplies outdoor, in dust or high moisture. Output current and output wattage must not exceed the rated values. This replacement Amiga PSU has been designed for Commodore Amiga 1200 vintage computer systems only and should be considered as an integral component of Amiga computer system. Do not connect to any other devices as it's not a general purpose PSU. Manufacturer is not responsible for any consequences of unauthorised or arbitrary repairs, modifications or incorrect usage. Please notice that new, properly working replacement Amiga PSU is reducing the system's potential fail rate but still is not guaranteeing that entire Amiga system will work correctly (it's >30 years old).
External Gotek Drive – All Commodore Amiga Computers
External Gotek Drive (Brand new) in a new full metal enclosure made with strong 2mm thick aluminium metal in a black anodised coating, with plenty of space inside for extra modifications and components.
Fully compatible with all commodore Amiga computers including:
- Amiga A500
- Amiga A500 Plus
- Amiga A600
- Amiga A1200
- Amiga A1000
- Amiga A1500
- Amiga A2000
- Amiga A3000
- Amiga A4000
- Amiga 4000T
- OLED Display instead of the 3 Digit Display.
- Internal Gotek Speaker to hear those floppy sounds!
- Gotek Rotary knob for easily selecting that game, app or demo.
- For Amiga A500, A500 Plus, A1500 and A2000 a DF0/DF1 Switch can be added (this is a DIY install).
- External Gotek full metal case (new).
- Internal Gotek Drive with 3 Digit Display
- Flashed with latest version of FlashFloppy
- Includes external ribbon from Gotek drive to Amiga External Floppy port (also provides power)
