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e5frog and SkydivinGirl are happy to present the VIC-20 Final Expansion 3 Rev 11.



This revision of the Final Expansion 3 is functionally equivalent to both the Rev 9 and Rev 10 versions that have been sold in the past. It features the following:

• Built-In Menu System.
• A Built-in SD2IEC drive capable of running the latest SD2IEC firmware.
• SD2IEC EEPROM File System (Beta). Allows you to store some files in the SD2IEC without using an SD card. See SD2IEC documentation for usage.
• Diskloader to access files on the SD2IEC from the menu system.
• Battery Backed Real Time Clock (RTC) for accurate Time/Date stamps on SD2IEC.
• 512KB configurable memory expansion.
• 512KB Programmable ROM. Flash your programs to ROM directly from your VIC-20.
• FE3 DOS Wedge with SJLoad (JiffyDOS Compatible Load/Save).
• Dual Reset Buttons – Resets current running configuration or back to menu.

Final Expansion WIKI: http://sleepingelephant.com/denial/wiki/index.php?title=Final_Expansion
Final Expansion Manual: http://koti.kapsi.fi/~jvaltane/vic20/fe/VIC-20 Final Expansion User Manual.pdf

The Final Expansion 3 Rev 11 has the following changes:

• Dual IEC Headers allow you to use standard IEC cables as well as connect other IEC devices to your VIC-20 at the same time.
• IEC cables can still be soldered directly to the PCB in place of the IEC headers if you prefer. Strain relief holes are provided on the PCB to allow for this type of assembly.
• Component changes to allow for easier sourcing of parts and assembly of the kit.
• Tactile switches allow for easier case mounting and removal of the case when replacing the Battery.
• Downloadable 3D case designed by COREi64. (See Below)
• One of three labels to match the case mounting option of your choice: Standard VIC-20 case without IEC Headers (cable directly wired), Standard VIC-20 case with IEC headers (top case cut to accommodate IEC Headers), or COREi64 designed case.
• EEPROM pre-programmed with games by Jeffrey Daniels of the VIC-20 DENIAL Website.

COREi64 has a case for the Final Expansion 3 Rev 11. The case is not included with a kit or assembled device. You can purchase it from his web store, Shapeways, or download the files to print yourself!

*UPDATE* You can now buy cases directly from me when you buy your FE3! These are high resolution printed cases done by COREi64 and sent to me. Cases are an additional $35 and are usually available in Black, White, and Dark Brown. Contact me to see which colors I have available when you order.

COREi64 Store: http://corei64.com/store/products.php?65&cPath=15_1
Shapeways: http://www.shapeways.com/product/FK5UXFQJ3/vic-20-final-expansion-3-rev-11-cartridge-case
Thingiverse: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1928304



These units are available in either Kit form to assemble yourself or fully assembled devices. There are some surface mount components. I will mount these components free for people who want kits but are unable to mount these parts themselves.

One label is included with each kit/device. There are four different labels to choose from.

Standard Shell:


Standard Shell with DIN Cutouts:


Standard Shell with DIN and Switch Cutouts:


COREi64 Case:


Pricing:

$65.00 - Kit + Label **

$110.00 - Fully Assembled & Tested + Label

$35.00 $30.00 - COREi64 Case (Only with FE3 Purchase)

$1 - Each Additional Label


** Kits are guaranteed to have all the parts and they will be shipped in a new box with adequate packing material to protect the parts. I cannot be responsible if a device you assemble does not work. I will work with you to perform troubleshooting and help in any way I can.

Kit Assembly: http://www.lemon64.com/forum/viewtopic.php?p=767044

*NOTE* There have been some small changes to the PCB in this batch to make assembly easier and to remove the extra PCB trace that needed to be cut in previous batches. Assembly is identical but some parts have been slightly shifted.

Shipping Notice:

Please send me your mailing address via PM along with the number of kits/devices you want so I can get you an accurate shipping quote.

When paying with PayPal: PayPal fees will be added to the total cost and I have to ship to your PayPal Verified address. International buyers must use Priority Mail International shipping when paying with PayPal. Shipping one device within the USA is $7.15. Shipping multiple devices within the USA is slightly more.

When paying with PayPal Gift (International Only): Each device is about 6 Ounces. Shipping one device to most countries outside the USA will cost around $13.50. Shipping more than one device or, a device with a case, will cost around $22.50. Please send me your mailing address via PM along with the number of kits you want so I can get you an accurate shipping quote. Shipping to Canada is less expensive than other International destinations.

Please read the following before contacting me to buy:

Please be courteous of my time. If you do not contact me after I take the time to get a shipping quote and send it to you then I will not sell anything to you in the future. All I ask is that you respond, even if the shipping quote is too high or something comes up and you can't afford it.

A huge thanks to Diddl and everyone who has worked on the Final Expansion 3. I also could not have offered this project without the tireless efforts of e5frog. He does amazing PCB design and I’m happy to have partnered with him to bring another amazing kit to the community.

Heather
 
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Payment sent for one.

Thanks for doing the grunt work of gettings these projects together. My C64 got an FCIII+ kit from you and now it's time for the VIC to get something. :)
 
Payment received from 917K. Half-way to the minimum number of units before I order parts. PCBs will arrive next week.

Thanks!

Heather
 
A quick update for everyone! The new PCBs have arrived and I've built and tested one unit to verify the small changes that were made to the layout. Everything worked perfectly! The changes that were made were simple part movements to make assembly a little easier and to remove an unnecessary trace.

I haven't reached my minimum break even order numbers for this batch but I went ahead and ordered parts anyways. Most of the parts will be here next week but some of them are back-ordered so I had to order from multiple locations. This cost more but I'll be able to fulfill the orders faster.

I still have quite a few devices available from this batch so please contact me if you would like to order one.

I'll post another update as parts arrive.
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Heather
 
All the parts have arrived. I'll begin putting together kits and assembling devices this weekend and ship as soon as they are ready. :)

Heather
 
All pre-ordered kits will be shipping today. The fully assembled devices are built but I need to complete testing this weekend so they won't ship until Monday.

I have kits and fully assembled units available that can ship as early as Monday. Please contact me if you would like to purchase a device.

Thanks!

Heather
 
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