This video takes a detailed look at the Commodore PET Companion board for the Commodore PET 2001-N computer designed by Rudy's Retro Intel, a modern hardware upgrade that adds composite video output, RGB2HDMI support, audio output, and PET2SD software loading capabilities to one of Commodore's earliest and most iconic computer systems. This video demonstrates how modern preservation hardware can dramatically improve usability and display compatibility for vintage Commodore PET computers while still maintaining the original retro computing experience.
Also shown are demonstrations of composite video output, RGB2HDMI connectivity for modern displays, PET2SD software loading, and classic software running on a real Commodore PET 2001-N system. The PET Companion board was introduced around the time of the 40th anniversary celebration of World of Commodore hosted by TPUG in December 2023, continuing the long tradition of Commodore community hardware development and preservation.
For Commodore PET enthusiasts, vintage computer collectors, and retro computing hobbyists, upgrades like the PET Companion and RGB2HDMI represent an important bridge between classic 1970s and 1980s computing hardware and modern display technology, helping preserve these historic systems for future generations.