Poll: What Color for the FRAM71B Bezel?
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[FRAM71B] 3rd Batch SOLD OUT
11-07-2020, 05:01 PM (This post was last modified: 03-05-2021 12:29 PM by Hans Brueggemann.)
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[FRAM71B] 3rd Batch SOLD OUT
after struggling the last two years to get my new flat up and running, i'm finally able to process a 3rd batch of FRAM71B. conponent acquisition is finally done, and i'm currently negotiating the production run with an EMS.

the 3rd batch of FRAM71B will have exactly the same functionality as the previous one. there will be an ample amount available, so no need to rush and try to pre-order. pricing will be same as before, as i was able to cut the cost down to compensate for the (insane) price increase of the FRAM memory.

however, the amount of 512kB extenders will be pretty much limited because of the extra manual labour envolved to assemble the connectors. hence, i've decided to release all design files for the extender (pcb data plus BOM and assembly instructions) to the public, i.e., here in the forum. pcb data will be in a zipped format that allow direct order at JLCPCB. i hope that this will enable everybody, who is not suffering the "2 left hands" syndrome, to assemble a 512kB extender to update his/her previously acquired FRAM71B.

due to the current covid situation, it is not possible to give a definite timeline, but i'm pretty confident that the production run will commence no later than Q1 2021.
as pointed out already, there is no need to rush right now. in fact, i will also be contacting all folks that approached me via email during the last two years. i will be updating the process in this thread in the following months, so stay tuned for further info.

Update 2021-03-05
after having served the entire backlog from 2017 onwards and many new interests, this is now the time to inform you that the 3rd batch of FRAM71Bs is finally sold out.
of course, technical support will not end at this point. if you need help (be it on the FRAMB71B or on the -512 DIY extender), don't hesitate to drop me an email.

Update 2021-01-18
all -1024 modules are gone now.

Update 2021-01-11
for ordering, there is little to be done from your side, if you have responded to my reservation confirmation already. i will come back to you individually no later than end of january. stay tuned and watch your e-mail inbox. note that at this point in time i'm trying to flatten out the workload on my side, so some of you may not have gotten a reservation confirmation yet. please be patient, i'll be sending out the remaining ones as soon as i have this (insert 4lettered word here) customs paperwork off the table.

Update 2021-01-09
all units have successfully passed functional test. as all units had to be fully assembled prior to testing, voting for bezel color is over. (3 W, 22 B)
do not order yet.
will give info on payment/shipment process end of january.

Update 2020-12-12:
set up a poll to decide on the color of the front bezel. would you prefer the original (black) look or a white bezel that you can colorize to your likings?
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Update 2020-12-01:
updated FRAM71B-EXT_DIY.zip to V03 to clarify required options for ordering the pcb. no change to included gerber files.

Update 2020-11-22:
added FRAM71B-EXT_DIY.zip for all FRAM71B owners who want to roll their own 512 KB memory extender. in the zip-file, find all necessary board-files with JLCPCB-conforming naming convention, schematics, BOM and photos of assembled unit.


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11-07-2020, 06:46 PM
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Yeah!
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11-07-2020, 06:47 PM
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RE: [FRAM71B] 3rd Batch Announcement
Great news indeed Hans, thanks for this exciting announcement! A really good week for HP-71B fans!! Big Grin

Looking forward patiently to more info as it becomes available.

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11-07-2020, 07:49 PM
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(11-07-2020 06:47 PM)rprosperi Wrote:  Great news indeed Hans, thanks for this exciting announcement! A really good week for HP-71B fans!! Big Grin

Indeed!

This time I will follow closely upon availability.

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11-08-2020, 12:17 PM
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RE: [FRAM71B] 3rd Batch Announcement
Assuming you'll mention it in this thread once they become available, so keeping an eye out!

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11-10-2020, 08:36 AM
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RE: [FRAM71B] 3rd Batch Announcement
Great! Very good news for us 71B users. Definitely following.


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11-10-2020, 02:18 PM (This post was last modified: 11-11-2020 02:32 PM by Sylvain Cote.)
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RE: [FRAM71B] 3rd Batch Announcement
I will surely follow this thread since I may be tempted to buy one or two (1MB version) more. Smile
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11-10-2020, 02:34 PM
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Great news! I am very late to the 71B Game and I thought I would never have the opportunity to have one of these!
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11-10-2020, 02:56 PM
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YESSSS!
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11-11-2020, 05:53 AM (This post was last modified: 11-12-2020 05:55 AM by Erwin.)
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RE: [FRAM71B] 3rd Batch Announcement
Hi Hans,

Great to hear you are fine. Glad to read you are preparing a next batch of the FRAM. I‘m interested in a FRAM with extender like I wrote in one of my replies. No hurry ;-)
best regards - Erwin
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11-11-2020, 10:34 PM
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Yesss +1!
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11-12-2020, 06:13 AM
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Great !!! +2!
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11-12-2020, 10:50 AM
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Finally: some good news this year - Thanks a lot.
Keep up your excellent work.
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11-21-2020, 10:22 AM
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Excellent
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11-22-2020, 02:39 PM
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RE: [FRAM71B] 3rd Batch Announcement
update: FRAM71B-EXT design files uploaded, see top of thread.
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11-23-2020, 12:36 PM
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RE: [FRAM71B] 3rd Batch Announcement
Awesome! I would definitely want one so will keep my eyes peeled for any update. Thank you Hans!

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11-23-2020, 10:51 PM
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RE: [FRAM71B] 3rd Batch Announcement
(11-07-2020 05:01 PM)Hans Brueggemann Wrote:  however, the amount of 512kB extenders will be pretty much limited because of the extra manual labour envolved to assemble the connectors.

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It's quite easy if the connectors are installed as done on the left, below.

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11-24-2020, 08:38 AM (This post was last modified: 11-24-2020 08:39 AM by Hans Brueggemann.)
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dave, thank you very much for the picture!
that facilitates assembly quite a bit. mind me taking your picture and update the DIY guide accordingly?
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11-24-2020, 03:21 PM
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Not at all. Smile
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11-24-2020, 03:35 PM
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Fabulous news! Looking forward to finally getting one! I anxiously await a sign-up list.
Thank you so much!
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