Commodore PET 2001 - Revision history

Josh at 07:10, 12 May 2025

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	The initial PET 2001-4 model shipped with '''4 KB of RAM''', while the PET 2001-8 offered '''8 KB of RAM'''. Later versions allowed expansion up to '''32 KB'''. The system featured a built-in '''9-inch monochrome CRT display''' with a resolution of '''40 columns × 25 rows''', driven by a simple character generator and video controller circuit.		The initial PET 2001-4 model shipped with '''4 KB of RAM''', while the PET 2001-8 offered '''8 KB of RAM'''. Later versions allowed expansion up to '''32 KB'''. The system featured a built-in '''9-inch monochrome CRT display''' with a resolution of '''40 columns × 25 rows''', driven by a simple character generator and video controller circuit.

	== 🧠 Architecture and Processor ==		== Architecture and Processor ==
	At the core of the PET 2001 is the '''MOS Technology 6502''', an 8-bit microprocessor running at '''1 MHz'''. This same CPU would go on to power many other popular systems including the Apple II and Commodore 64. The CPU was tightly integrated with the machine’s system ROM and I/O through custom logic and support chips.		At the core of the PET 2001 is the '''MOS Technology 6502''', an 8-bit microprocessor running at '''1 MHz'''. This same CPU would go on to power many other popular systems including the Apple II and Commodore 64. The CPU was tightly integrated with the machine’s system ROM and I/O through custom logic and support chips.

	The ROM contained '''8 KB of Commodore BASIC 1.0''', developed by Microsoft, and additional routines for input/output operations and system startup. All ROM and RAM chips were socketed on the early PET boards, making upgrades and repairs relatively straightforward.		The ROM contained '''8 KB of Commodore BASIC 1.0''', developed by Microsoft, and additional routines for input/output operations and system startup. All ROM and RAM chips were socketed on the early PET boards, making upgrades and repairs relatively straightforward.

	== 💾 Storage and I/O ==		== Storage and I/O ==
	Storage on the PET 2001 was provided by an integrated '''Datassette unit''' — a Commodore-branded cassette tape drive that used compact audio cassettes for digital storage. While slow and prone to alignment issues, it was far cheaper than floppy disk alternatives at the time.		Storage on the PET 2001 was provided by an integrated '''Datassette unit''' — a Commodore-branded cassette tape drive that used compact audio cassettes for digital storage. While slow and prone to alignment issues, it was far cheaper than floppy disk alternatives at the time.

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	* Audio output via a simple piezoelectric speaker, typically used for beeps and tones.		* Audio output via a simple piezoelectric speaker, typically used for beeps and tones.

	== 🧱 Video Hardware ==		== Video Hardware ==
	The video system was entirely character-based, using a '''1 KB video RAM buffer''' mapped to screen memory. Each character was represented by an 8×8-pixel bitmap from a fixed character ROM, providing a consistent and readable text output. The 40-column display became standard in early PETs, though later models introduced an 80-column mode for business applications.		The video system was entirely character-based, using a '''1 KB video RAM buffer''' mapped to screen memory. Each character was represented by an 8×8-pixel bitmap from a fixed character ROM, providing a consistent and readable text output. The 40-column display became standard in early PETs, though later models introduced an 80-column mode for business applications.

	== 🧰 General Maintenance ==		== General Maintenance ==
	Over decades of operation, PET 2001 systems are prone to failures caused by aging electrolytic capacitors, worn-out ROM sockets, and stuck cassette mechanisms. Routine cleaning, contact reseating, and power supply testing are essential.		Over decades of operation, PET 2001 systems are prone to failures caused by aging electrolytic capacitors, worn-out ROM sockets, and stuck cassette mechanisms. Routine cleaning, contact reseating, and power supply testing are essential.

	For detailed cleaning, CRT safety, keyboard servicing, and PRAM battery handling (where present), see the [[Commodore PET 2001 General Maintenance\|Commodore PET 2001 General Maintenance Guide]].		For detailed cleaning, CRT safety, keyboard servicing, and PRAM battery handling (where present), see the [[Commodore PET 2001 General Maintenance\|Commodore PET 2001 General Maintenance Guide]].

	== 🧾 PCB Schematics & Service Guide ==		== PCB Schematics & Service Guide ==
	The PET 2001 logic board layout is relatively simple, with discrete TTL logic, a MOS 6502 CPU, and rows of DRAM chips depending on the model.		The PET 2001 logic board layout is relatively simple, with discrete TTL logic, a MOS 6502 CPU, and rows of DRAM chips depending on the model.

	=== 📷 Motherboard Images ===		=== Motherboard Images ===
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	=== 📚 Resources ===		=== Resources ===
	The following pages contain the complete internal schematics and service manuals:		The following pages contain the complete internal schematics and service manuals:

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	* '''[[Commodore PET 2001 Service Manual]]'''		* '''[[Commodore PET 2001 Service Manual]]'''

	== 🔌 Common Issues & Troubleshooting ==		== Common Issues & Troubleshooting ==
	* '''Blank screen on power-up''': Check the 6502, RAM, and character ROMs.		* '''Blank screen on power-up''': Check the 6502, RAM, and character ROMs.
	* '''"garbage characters" on boot''': Often caused by faulty RAM or ROM chips.		* '''"garbage characters" on boot''': Often caused by faulty RAM or ROM chips.
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	For a full list of common faults and fixes, visit the [[Commodore PET 2001 Troubleshooting\|Commodore PET 2001 Troubleshooting Guide]].		For a full list of common faults and fixes, visit the [[Commodore PET 2001 Troubleshooting\|Commodore PET 2001 Troubleshooting Guide]].

	== 🔄 Capacitor Replacement ==		== Capacitor Replacement ==
	While the PET series lacks the surface-mount capacitor plague seen in later machines, their power supplies and logic boards still suffer from degraded electrolytics.		While the PET series lacks the surface-mount capacitor plague seen in later machines, their power supplies and logic boards still suffer from degraded electrolytics.

	Refer to the [[Commodore PET 2001 Capacitor Replacement Guide]] for a complete bill of materials and safe removal/replacement procedures.		Refer to the [[Commodore PET 2001 Capacitor Replacement Guide]] for a complete bill of materials and safe removal/replacement procedures.

	== 📷 Gallery ==		== Gallery ==
	<gallery mode="packed" heights="200">		<gallery mode="packed" heights="200">
	File:Commodore PET 2001 Front.jpg\|Front view of a PET 2001-8 model		File:Commodore PET 2001 Front.jpg\|Front view of a PET 2001-8 model
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	== 🧪 Related Pages ==		== Related Pages ==
	* [[Commodore PET 2001 General Maintenance]]		* [[Commodore PET 2001 General Maintenance]]
	* [[Commodore PET 2001 Troubleshooting]]		* [[Commodore PET 2001 Troubleshooting]]

Josh at 11:21, 20 April 2025

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	Over decades of operation, PET 2001 systems are prone to failures caused by aging electrolytic capacitors, worn-out ROM sockets, and stuck cassette mechanisms. Routine cleaning, contact reseating, and power supply testing are essential.		Over decades of operation, PET 2001 systems are prone to failures caused by aging electrolytic capacitors, worn-out ROM sockets, and stuck cassette mechanisms. Routine cleaning, contact reseating, and power supply testing are essential.

	For detailed cleaning, CRT safety, keyboard servicing, and PRAM battery handling (where present), see the [[Commodore PET 2001 Maintenance Guide]].		For detailed cleaning, CRT safety, keyboard servicing, and PRAM battery handling (where present), see the [[Commodore PET 2001 General Maintenance\|Commodore PET 2001 General Maintenance Guide]].

	== 🧾 PCB Schematics & Service Guide ==		== 🧾 PCB Schematics & Service Guide ==
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	* '''Keyboard not responding''': PETs used a capacitive keyboard matrix prone to oxidation; see the [[Commodore PET 2001 Keyboard Repair Guide]].		* '''Keyboard not responding''': PETs used a capacitive keyboard matrix prone to oxidation; see the [[Commodore PET 2001 Keyboard Repair Guide]].

	For a full list of common faults and fixes, visit the [[Commodore PET 2001 Troubleshooting Guide]].		For a full list of common faults and fixes, visit the [[Commodore PET 2001 Troubleshooting\|Commodore PET 2001 Troubleshooting Guide]].

	== 🔄 Capacitor Replacement ==		== 🔄 Capacitor Replacement ==
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	== 🧪 Related Pages ==		== 🧪 Related Pages ==
	* [[Commodore PET 2001 Maintenance ~~Guide~~]]		* [[Commodore PET 2001 General Maintenance]]
	* [[Commodore PET 2001 Troubleshooting ~~Guide~~]]		* [[Commodore PET 2001 Troubleshooting]]
	* [[Commodore PET 2001 Keyboard Repair Guide]]		* [[Commodore PET 2001 Keyboard Repair Guide]]
	* [[Commodore PET 2001 Capacitor Replacement Guide]]		* [[Commodore PET 2001 Capacitor Replacement Guide]]

	[[Category:Commodore Systems]]		[[Category:Commodore Systems]]

Josh at 14:25, 17 April 2025

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	The following pages contain the complete internal schematics and service manuals:		The following pages contain the complete internal schematics and service manuals:

	* '''[[:Category:Commodore PET 2001 ~~Logic Board~~ Schematics\|Commodore PET 2001 ~~Logic Board~~ Schematics]]'''		* '''[[:Category:Commodore PET 2001 Schematics\|Commodore PET 2001 Schematics]]'''
	* '''[[Commodore PET 2001 Service Manual]]'''		* '''[[Commodore PET 2001 Service Manual]]'''

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	The following pages contain the complete internal schematics and service manuals:		The following pages contain the complete internal schematics and service manuals:

	* '''[[Commodore PET 2001 Logic Board Schematics]]'''		* '''[[:Category:Commodore PET 2001 Logic Board Schematics\|Commodore PET 2001 Logic Board Schematics]]'''
	* '''[[Commodore PET 2001 Service Manual]]'''		* '''[[Commodore PET 2001 Service Manual]]'''

Josh at 21:29, 16 April 2025

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	\| os = Commodore BASIC 1.0 / 2.0		\| os = Commodore BASIC 1.0 / 2.0
	\| predecessor = None		\| predecessor = None
	\| successor = [[Commodore PET 4000 Series]		\| successor = [[Commodore PET 4000 Series]]
	\| codename = PET		\| codename = PET
	\| model = 2001-4, 2001-8		\| model = 2001-4, 2001-8

Josh at 21:29, 16 April 2025

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	\| os = Commodore BASIC 1.0 / 2.0		\| os = Commodore BASIC 1.0 / 2.0
	\| predecessor = None		\| predecessor = None
	\| successor = [[Commodore PET ~~2001-N]~~]		\| successor = [[Commodore PET 4000 Series]
	\| codename = PET		\| codename = PET
	\| model = 2001-4, 2001-8		\| model = 2001-4, 2001-8

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	File:Commodore PET 2001 Rear.jpg\|Rear panel showing ports and vents		File:Commodore PET 2001 Rear.jpg\|Rear panel showing ports and vents
	File:Commodore PET 2001 Open.jpg\|Open view of a PET 2001-8 model		File:Commodore PET 2001 Open.jpg\|Open view of a PET 2001-8 model
			File:Commodore pet 2001 internal cassette recorder portrait.jpg\|Integrated Compact Cassette Drive
	File:Commodore PET keyboard - Retrosystems 2010.jpg\|Early "chiclet" keyboard layout		File:Commodore PET keyboard - Retrosystems 2010.jpg\|Early "chiclet" keyboard layout
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	File:Commodore PET 2001 Side.jpg\|Side view of a PET 2001-8 model		File:Commodore PET 2001 Side.jpg\|Side view of a PET 2001-8 model
	File:Commodore PET 2001 Rear.jpg\|Rear panel showing ports and vents		File:Commodore PET 2001 Rear.jpg\|Rear panel showing ports and vents
			File:Commodore PET 2001 Open.jpg\|Open view of a PET 2001-8 model
	File:Commodore PET keyboard - Retrosystems 2010.jpg\|Early "chiclet" keyboard layout		File:Commodore PET keyboard - Retrosystems 2010.jpg\|Early "chiclet" keyboard layout
	~~File:Commodore PET 2001 Open.jpg\|Open view of a PET 2001-8 model~~
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	== 📷 Gallery ==		== 📷 Gallery ==
	<gallery mode="packed" heights=~~200px~~>		<gallery mode="packed" heights="200">
	File:Commodore PET 2001 Front.jpg\|Front view of a PET 2001-8 model		File:Commodore PET 2001 Front.jpg\|Front view of a PET 2001-8 model
	File:Commodore PET 2001 Side.jpg\|Side view of a PET 2001-8 model		File:Commodore PET 2001 Side.jpg\|Side view of a PET 2001-8 model
	File:Commodore PET 2001 Rear.jpg\|Rear panel showing ports and vents		File:Commodore PET 2001 Rear.jpg\|Rear panel showing ports and vents
	File:Commodore PET ~~Keyboard~~.jpg\|Early "chiclet" keyboard layout		File:Commodore PET keyboard - Retrosystems 2010.jpg\|Early "chiclet" keyboard layout
	File:Commodore PET 2001 Open.jpg\|Open view of a PET 2001-8 model		File:Commodore PET 2001 Open.jpg\|Open view of a PET 2001-8 model
	</gallery>		</gallery>

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	<gallery mode="packed" heights=200px>		<gallery mode="packed" heights=200px>
	File:Commodore PET 2001 Front.jpg\|Front view of a PET 2001-8 model		File:Commodore PET 2001 Front.jpg\|Front view of a PET 2001-8 model
			File:Commodore PET 2001 Side.jpg\|Side view of a PET 2001-8 model
	File:Commodore PET 2001 Rear.jpg\|Rear panel showing ports and vents		File:Commodore PET 2001 Rear.jpg\|Rear panel showing ports and vents
	File:Commodore PET Keyboard.jpg\|Early "chiclet" keyboard layout		File:Commodore PET Keyboard.jpg\|Early "chiclet" keyboard layout
	File:PET 2001 ~~in Use~~.jpg\|~~The~~ PET 2001 ~~in a school environment~~		File:Commodore PET 2001 Open.jpg\|Open view of a PET 2001-8 model
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	File:Commodore PET 2001 Rear.jpg\|Rear panel showing ports and vents		File:Commodore PET 2001 Rear.jpg\|Rear panel showing ports and vents
	File:Commodore PET 2001 Open.jpg\|Open view of a PET 2001-8 model		File:Commodore PET 2001 Open.jpg\|Open view of a PET 2001-8 model
			File:Commodore pet 2001 internal cassette recorder portrait.jpg\|Integrated Compact Cassette Drive
	File:Commodore PET keyboard - Retrosystems 2010.jpg\|Early "chiclet" keyboard layout		File:Commodore PET keyboard - Retrosystems 2010.jpg\|Early "chiclet" keyboard layout
	</gallery>		</gallery>

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	File:Commodore PET 2001 Side.jpg\|Side view of a PET 2001-8 model		File:Commodore PET 2001 Side.jpg\|Side view of a PET 2001-8 model
	File:Commodore PET 2001 Rear.jpg\|Rear panel showing ports and vents		File:Commodore PET 2001 Rear.jpg\|Rear panel showing ports and vents
			File:Commodore PET 2001 Open.jpg\|Open view of a PET 2001-8 model
	File:Commodore PET keyboard - Retrosystems 2010.jpg\|Early "chiclet" keyboard layout		File:Commodore PET keyboard - Retrosystems 2010.jpg\|Early "chiclet" keyboard layout
	~~File:Commodore PET 2001 Open.jpg\|Open view of a PET 2001-8 model~~
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	<gallery mode="packed" heights=200px>		<gallery mode="packed" heights=200px>
	File:Commodore PET 2001 Front.jpg\|Front view of a PET 2001-8 model		File:Commodore PET 2001 Front.jpg\|Front view of a PET 2001-8 model
			File:Commodore PET 2001 Side.jpg\|Side view of a PET 2001-8 model
	File:Commodore PET 2001 Rear.jpg\|Rear panel showing ports and vents		File:Commodore PET 2001 Rear.jpg\|Rear panel showing ports and vents
	File:Commodore PET Keyboard.jpg\|Early "chiclet" keyboard layout		File:Commodore PET Keyboard.jpg\|Early "chiclet" keyboard layout
	File:PET 2001 ~~in Use~~.jpg\|~~The~~ PET 2001 ~~in a school environment~~		File:Commodore PET 2001 Open.jpg\|Open view of a PET 2001-8 model
	</gallery>		</gallery>