cncfreak Posted November 29, 2012 Share Posted November 29, 2012 I didn't see a previous thread on this so i thought i would share. ---- From another forum ----- Hello there! I just finished build a full production of USB joystick adapter. These adapters can be used on PC or MAC with any game or emulator (like CCS64). This means you can get your old gaming gear out of the dust and play again like before! This adapter does not require 3rd party drivers, as far as they are HID compatible. I sell them for 25.00$ USD. You can either post me or get them on EBay; http://www.retronicdesign.com/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nitz1976 Posted November 28, 2013 Share Posted November 28, 2013 (edited) Hi there! I'm the one who is building those adapters. Any requests for special product are welcome. I'm currently working on a paddle adapter. The prototype works flawlessly with original paddles and Stella. We currently have a Holiday special on the adapter. Please visit our website for more info: www.retronicdesign.com Happy holidays! Edited November 28, 2013 by Nitz1976 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kyle22 Posted November 28, 2013 Share Posted November 28, 2013 Looks good. Do they work with both Atari and Sega Genesis controllers? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGameCollector Posted December 5, 2013 Share Posted December 5, 2013 Haha very cool to see another fan of Undergrads on here. Well this is interesting, maybe I'll have to start buying those comfortable looking old school PC controllers I always pass up at thrift stores. If I can find something I like I'll buy one of these. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HammR25 Posted December 5, 2013 Share Posted December 5, 2013 Does it work with a two button 7800 controller? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nitz1976 Posted December 6, 2013 Share Posted December 6, 2013 It will work in 1 button mode. 7800 controllers are pretty odd; To read the 2nd button, you need to invert button 1 pin and read in logic high button 2 and 3!!! I could create a new firmware to support this if your're interested. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Gemintronic Posted December 6, 2013 Share Posted December 6, 2013 I'm actually looking for the opposite: Something that can take a USB joystick and connect to a Sega Genesis/2600. The most comfortable joystick I've ever used is the default Playstation. It'd be great to take that from USB to Atari 2600. Or maybe a wired Xbox 360 to 2600. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HammR25 Posted December 6, 2013 Share Posted December 6, 2013 I'm not interested enough for you to rework it but thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nitz1976 Posted December 8, 2013 Share Posted December 8, 2013 (edited) @theloon This thing already exists. Do a search on this site. Super Nintendo pad are even easier to adapt. Edited December 8, 2013 by Nitz1976 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nitz1976 Posted December 8, 2013 Share Posted December 8, 2013 (edited) @HammR25 You'll be my beta tester, since I don't have a 7800 joystick handy. See: http://www.retronicdesign.com/en/beta-release-for-atari-7800-joystick-adapter-firmware/ Edited December 8, 2013 by Nitz1976 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nitz1976 Posted January 4, 2014 Share Posted January 4, 2014 Since I'm out of stock for now (sold 250 units during my promo sale) I'll extend the "pre sale" period until I'll ship again. It should be around the 20th of January, depending on factory's load. To all my Atari Age friends, I want to wish an Happy new year! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kyle22 Posted January 4, 2014 Share Posted January 4, 2014 Looks good. Do they work with both Atari and Sega Genesis controllers? Quoting myself... Is there an answer to this question? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nitz1976 Posted March 13, 2014 Share Posted March 13, 2014 Quoting myself... Is there an answer to this question? Oh sorry, I did not saw your question. Yes and no. They works with Atari, C64, Amiga kind of joysticks, including Sega Master System's ones. The Sega Genesis is different because it use the power pin of Atari's version to switch between button groups. If you use it as a plain 1 button joystick, yes it works. For full 3 buttons functionality, no, it won't. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kyle22 Posted March 15, 2014 Share Posted March 15, 2014 Thanks for the info. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+GoldenWheels Posted March 18, 2014 Share Posted March 18, 2014 I'm actually looking for the opposite: Something that can take a USB joystick and connect to a Sega Genesis/2600. The most comfortable joystick I've ever used is the default Playstation. It'd be great to take that from USB to Atari 2600. Or maybe a wired Xbox 360 to 2600. @theloon This thing already exists. Do a search on this site. Super Nintendo pad are even easier to adapt. Any hints on what to search for? I also would like a USB to 9 pin converter (as opposed to a 9 pin to USB) , and my searches here came up with nothing helpful . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nitz1976 Posted March 18, 2014 Share Posted March 18, 2014 Unfortunately, nothing easy. This would be an USB host adapter instead of a device. Most of the hardware already there. The issue is software. Handling every USB joystick out there is almost impossible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+GoldenWheels Posted March 18, 2014 Share Posted March 18, 2014 Unfortunately, nothing easy. This would be an USB host adapter instead of a device. Most of the hardware already there. The issue is software. Handling every USB joystick out there is almost impossible. Understood nitz, thank you for the quick reply. I was hopeful something already existed--I am always looking for CV and Atari replacements! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nitz1976 Posted March 18, 2014 Share Posted March 18, 2014 This project would be the key; https://instruct1.cit.cornell.edu/courses/ee476/FinalProjects/s2007/blh36_cdl28_dct23/blh36_cdl28_dct23/index.html They support HID mouse through an AVR to control stuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nitz1976 Posted March 25, 2014 Share Posted March 25, 2014 Hi there,I'm just doing a little poll here.I've been ask by a growing number of members that if I could build an opposite device; USB Joystick to DB9 compatible adapter.That would enable current gaming joysticks/pads to work with original hardware like ATARI, C64, AMIGA machines.Just write in this tread if you would be in or out for a product like this.Thanks!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hyperboy Posted March 25, 2014 Share Posted March 25, 2014 In Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boxpressed Posted March 25, 2014 Share Posted March 25, 2014 In, especially if there would be two-button functionality for 7800. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+GoldenWheels Posted March 25, 2014 Share Posted March 25, 2014 If the price was the same as this one (understand if it is not), I would be in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HammR25 Posted April 2, 2014 Share Posted April 2, 2014 That firmware sees a 7800 controller as a two button controller for me in Windows 7. That makes it work with one button games but only with the left button which is fine by me. It's a good compromise. @HammR25 You'll be my beta tester, since I don't have a 7800 joystick handy. See: http://www.retronicdesign.com/en/beta-release-for-atari-7800-joystick-adapter-firmware/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nitz1976 Posted April 2, 2014 Share Posted April 2, 2014 If you want to have both button mapped as button 1, just put back the original firmware. You'll have an Atari 2600 kind of port. That firmware sees a 7800 controller as a two button controller for me in Windows 7. That makes it work with one button games but only with the left button which is fine by me. It's a good compromise. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nebulon Posted April 7, 2014 Share Posted April 7, 2014 I'm also in, if the price is in the same range. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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