I'm wondering, how complicated is that PCB? Could there be a functionally similar DIY PCB+sw hack as cheap alternative?
Nothing complicated; some crossing lines, perhaps a switch to bypass. I saw the Cyclone schematics probably on EAB 1-2 years ago.
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From
http://amigahardware.mariomisic.de/index_e.htmlyou can deduct the X-copy cartridge schematics from the pics.