The Zx Spectrum Ula How To Design A Microcomputer Zx Design | Retro Computer Portable !!exclusive!!
: Uses readily available parts and avoids "ULA bugs" like the "snow effect". 2. FPGA-Based Design
: Emulate the entire Spectrum in software, using PIO (Programmable I/O) for pixel output. : Uses readily available parts and avoids "ULA
Generating the television signal (PAL/NTSC).Managing "Contended Memory," where the CPU and ULA competed for access to RAM.Handling the keyboard matrix and the tape ear/mic ports.Producing the famous (and limited) one-channel "beeper" sound. : Uses readily available parts and avoids "ULA