Jinks Posted November 22, 2014 Share Posted November 22, 2014 Looking forward to trying these out! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dauber Posted November 22, 2014 Share Posted November 22, 2014 I'll tell you what I'm REALLY looking forward to: getting a USB adapter and trying this sucker out on MAME! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jinks Posted November 22, 2014 Share Posted November 22, 2014 I'll tell you what I'm REALLY looking forward to: getting a USB adapter and trying this sucker out on MAME! 7800 real hardware only for me. Everything else is the devil. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UberArcade Posted November 22, 2014 Author Share Posted November 22, 2014 I shipped out all of the paid orders today. The remaining ones I have parts to build have been spoken for. If you plan to buy one soon or want one available before Christmas let me know. I will have to order more parts. I would rather build them now since I have my work space setup for it. I don't mind holding one for you for a couple of weeks. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trebor Posted November 22, 2014 Share Posted November 22, 2014 I'll tell you what I'm REALLY looking forward to: getting a USB adapter and trying this sucker out on MAME! You'll need the 2600-daptor II for both buttons to be recognized properly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dauber Posted November 24, 2014 Share Posted November 24, 2014 7800 real hardware only for me. Everything else is the devil. Try playing Scramble for a while on "7800 real hardware;" THEN tell me everything else is the devil. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dauber Posted November 24, 2014 Share Posted November 24, 2014 So....guess what just arrived at my desk! Holy crap, this controller is freaking GORGEOUS!! Can't wait to give it a spin! Might have to wait until tomorrow morning while my wife is showering though...(have way too much work to do tonight...) I just spent a few minutes tapping the fire buttons and imagining throwing endless watermelons at chefs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edladdin Posted November 24, 2014 Share Posted November 24, 2014 You'll need the 2600-daptor II for both buttons to be recognized properly. Has anyone tried the "retro bit" USB adapter that is on ebay and Amazon? http://www.amazon.com/Retro-Link-Atari-PC-USB-Cable/dp/B007ZS35CU TIA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trebor Posted November 24, 2014 Share Posted November 24, 2014 Has anyone tried the "retro bit" USB adapter that is on ebay and Amazon? http://www.amazon.com/Retro-Link-Atari-PC-USB-Cable/dp/B007ZS35CU TIA "And just now i re-tested the 7800 controller and the second button doesn't respond at all" http://atariage.com/forums/topic/205967-genesis-to-pc-usb-cable-retrolink-question/?do=findComment&comment=2658163 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edladdin Posted November 24, 2014 Share Posted November 24, 2014 Thanks for the FYI Trebor! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Indiana Quack Posted November 25, 2014 Share Posted November 25, 2014 Hi, I just got home from work expecting my Arcade controller. All sad and having to wait another day. Fifteen minutes after I'm home, USPS is pulling into my driveway. Gave this awesome controller a test run on Jr Pac Man, Galaga, River Raid, and Pitfall. Works so nice! Very well built, beautiful arcade controller. Very worth the money for this. Thank you so much UberArcade! Permeant smile on my face! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gilsaluki Posted November 25, 2014 Share Posted November 25, 2014 Ain't it great to be a kid again? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Indiana Quack Posted November 25, 2014 Share Posted November 25, 2014 That exactly how I felt. The excitement, the anticipation, of opening the box and trying it out. I couldn't power up my 7800 fast enough! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhomaios Posted November 25, 2014 Share Posted November 25, 2014 Try playing Scramble for a while on "7800 real hardware;" THEN tell me everything else is the devil. I don't get it. I play Scramble on my 7800 all the time. What am I missing? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HammR25 Posted November 25, 2014 Share Posted November 25, 2014 You'll need the 2600-daptor II for both buttons to be recognized properly. I've used the RSI sticks Jaybird3rd made for me with the Retronic adapter on my PC just fine. I had to update the firmware first but my PC sees it as a two button joystick. http://www.retronicdesign.com/ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trebor Posted November 25, 2014 Share Posted November 25, 2014 I've used the RSI sticks Jaybird3rd made for me with the Retronic adapter on my PC just fine. I had to update the firmware first but my PC sees it as a two button joystick. http://www.retronicdesign.com/ Sweet...Glad there's another option. Thanks for sharing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nitz1976 Posted November 25, 2014 Share Posted November 25, 2014 (edited) Yup! The adapter support the second button of the 7800 joystick. You need to flash in the appropriate code though. The 7800 is different from a standard 2600ish. The second button can be read via a third pin in reverse logic. This maintain the compatibility with the standard; both buttons work as the single one on 2600ish machines. Plus, the adapter can accept paddles if you have some. The more you know... See my small wiki on 7800 joysticks: http://www.retronicdesign.com/en/specifications/atari-7800-joystick/ Edited November 25, 2014 by Nitz1976 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UberArcade Posted November 25, 2014 Author Share Posted November 25, 2014 I was able to get one more joystick ready for sale. It will be a few weeks till parts are back in stock to make more. If you buy it today I can ship it out tomorrow with my other orders. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dauber Posted November 26, 2014 Share Posted November 26, 2014 I don't get it. I play Scramble on my 7800 all the time. What am I missing? You don't get fatigue in your hand after a couple of minutes??? If not, what's your secret?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhomaios Posted November 26, 2014 Share Posted November 26, 2014 You don't get fatigue in your hand after a couple of minutes??? If not, what's your secret?? I don't use a CX24. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jinks Posted November 27, 2014 Share Posted November 27, 2014 I don't use a CX24. Its easy. Use europads. Or crummy ole nes pads that the directionals today are lacking.. The nes buttons are tops tho. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhomaios Posted November 27, 2014 Share Posted November 27, 2014 Its easy. Use europads. Or crummy ole nes pads that the directionals today are lacking.. The nes buttons are tops tho. Wico made some good, comfortable joysticks in my opinion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
7800 Posted November 30, 2014 Share Posted November 30, 2014 So... those who have recieved their sticks... how do you like it? Post some pics. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hydro Thunder Posted November 30, 2014 Share Posted November 30, 2014 Just got mine yesterday but thoroughly enjoy it. Took a few minutes to get accustomed to (I'd been using a Europad), but I give it a huge thumbs up. Got some excellent scores on Food Fight and Ms Pac Man so far. And as you can see, I R a prfessionall fotografter. But you asked, so there are some pics. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gilsaluki Posted December 1, 2014 Share Posted December 1, 2014 Funny. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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