Thread: Collins HF-2050
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Old April 2nd 09, 04:22 PM posted to rec.radio.amateur.boatanchors
Scott Dorsey Scott Dorsey is offline
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Default Collins HF-2050

gcd wrote:
Hi all,
I'm looking for some info on the 2050. The parts list identifies the dsp as
a modified uPD7720 and gives its part number as 351-8869-020. The ICs are
labelled as 3518869020 so I assume the modification was to the die and was
modified NEC as a special for Collins?


The uPD7720 is a mask-programmed microprocessor. There is firmware (both
data and program code) on ROM that is on the chip. It's not "modified,"
it's just got custom firmware on it.

Anyone know what the mods are and whether a stock 7720 can be used as a
replacement?


No, you cannot buy a "stock" 7720, you can only buy it with some random
software in it. Random software is not useful.

I was thinking about installing U14 for the ISB.

Otherwise, anyone have any of the DSP ICs 351-8869-020 available? or perhaps
a complete A3 board?


Rockwell-Collins _might_ be able to help you. Are you sure that the
microprocessor is bad?
--scott


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