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About PlayZX

PLEASE READ THIS TEXT IN FULL BEFORE INSTALLING:

Select from thousands of Sinclair ZX Spectrum games and play them through the headphone jack to load them onto your Speccy. You can also select your local (on the device) TAP or TZX files, convert them to sound files and play them. This way you can load games for not only the ZX Spectrum micro but also any other retro computer that have compatible audio jacks.

IMPORTANT:
1. This is not an emulator, *it* will not play those games! You need an actual ZX Spectrum.

2. If you cannot browse and select your own files, it is likely caused by new Android permissions that Google changed with their newer development kits.
Please try this: Go to "System" -> "Apps & Notifications" -> Select "PlayZX" app -> scroll down to "Permissions" and allow "Storage" permission.

3. Make sure that your Android device is *not* connected to USB (for example, to charge it), while using this app. (Electrically, its ground needs to be floating with respect to the ZX Spectrum power supply)

4. Put your Android device in "Do Not Disturb" mode (*not* the Airplane mode as it needs internet access). This will prevent random notifications to disturb the signal output.

5. Use a good quality, preferably short, audio cable. For best results, use a stereo cable and turn the option to invert one stereo channel. Play with the volume: you may get different results on your phone vs. on your tablet, for example.

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Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ)

What is PlayZX?

PlayZX is an app that allows you to select and play Sinclair ZX Spectrum games through the headphone jack of your device.

Can I use PlayZX as an emulator?

No, PlayZX is not an emulator. It requires an actual ZX Spectrum device to play the games.

Why am I unable to browse and select my own files in PlayZX?

It may be due to new Android permissions. Please go to "System" -> "Apps & Notifications" -> Select "PlayZX" app -> scroll down to "Permissions" and allow "Storage" permission.

Should my Android device be connected to USB while using PlayZX?

No, it is recommended to disconnect your Android device from USB while using PlayZX to ensure the ground is floating with respect to the ZX Spectrum power supply.

How can I prevent random notifications from disturbing the signal output of PlayZX?

Put your Android device in "Do Not Disturb" mode to prevent random notifications from interrupting the signal output. Do not use Airplane mode as it requires internet access.

What type of audio cable should I use with PlayZX?

It is recommended to use a good quality, preferably short, audio cable for optimal performance. Using a stereo cable and enabling the option to invert one stereo channel can also improve results. Keep in mind that the results may vary between different devices such as phones and tablets.
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Very good app. I connected to an amp because my phone doesn't have a strong output sound. Love to play my old spectrum
Bruno Ganhao
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Great tape loader , adding support for Amstrad cpc would be great if possible.
Darius Rahimi
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Awesome! Followed the instructions for using a stereo lead to improve loading reliability and it now works flawlessly. Flippin' 'eck, games were hard back then!
Stef Kali
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Really good. Loads of games and works well.
Paul Hewer
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Great app for some true retro experience.
Mike Tal
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Thank you. Works a treat. Childhood memories playing these.
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