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Noisy C128D
Re: Noisy C128D

holger wrote:

> But having a small controller, that controls the fan via PWM, based on a temperature sensor, I want to try that.

Interesting. I would have never thought of doing that.

> ...where should I measure the temperature? My first guess would be the power transistor inside the power supply...

Hmm, the SID chip runs hot. I've always wondered what its running temperature is. What is the running temperature of the power transistor?

Truly,
Robert Bernardo
Fresno Commodore User Group
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Re: Noisy C128D
Re: Noisy C128D

holger wrote:

> I have set my 'noice killer' to start the fan at 40C, and do full speed at 55C.

Yes, 40 degrees C. is a good starting point for the fan.

FCUG celebrating 33 years,
Robert Bernardo
Fresno Commodore User Group
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Re: Noisy C128D

Excellent news! (Especially with the noise level being lower than the floppy drive)

FCUG celebrating 33 years,
Robert Bernardo
Fresno Commodore User Group
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