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  1. Posted

    Yes, that was it. I feel stupid ;)

     

    OK so for any future Axlon RAMDISK owners here that didn't already know, you have to create a new DOS disk, boot to it with the BASIC cartridge installed and then from BASIC type "Run "D:CREATE" on your original Axlon software disk.

     

    This will install the RAMDISK required software on the newly created DOS disk. You then make sure your Axlon is installed between your 2 RAM boards and then reset the 800 with the newly created disk still in the drive.

     

    If all goes well, you will see "RAMDISK MEMORY MANGEMENT SYSTEM VERSION 1.0" at the top of the DOS screen.

     

    Update:

     

    Also followed this procedure in Altirra and it works as well. Here is a copy of the ATR I created in Altirra in case you want to play with the Axlon RAMDISK. axlon2_ramdisk.atr includes several files copied over from the original Axlon disk, ramscan, memtest, assign and the documentation file, ramdisk.doc. These files are not copied over by default with the run "d:create" command.

    axlon_ramdisk.atr

    axlon2_ramdisk.atr

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  3. Posted

    Hello, I picked up an Axlon 128 RAMDISK that's supposedly in working order but of course there is no manual for it so having a bit of an issue figuring it out.

     

    I've installed the board between my 2 16K RAM boards on my Atari 800. I've also downloaded and transferred the Axlon software disk to a floppy for my 810 drive that was provided by bob1200xl here:

     

    http://atariage.com/forums/topic/148107-axlon-128k-ramdisk-software/

     

    But when I boot up with the disk in the drive, I get the following message. I should note I get the same message in Altirra when I try to use the ATR as well:

     

    "The RAMDISK cannot be formatted.

    Please see the RAMDISK manual.

    Start-up of system is terminated.

    to restart load press system reset."

     

    Does anyone know how to get this working? Since it's doing the same thing in Altirra, I'm guessing at this point it's not the real Axlon hardware, it must be something I'm not doing right with the software.

     

    Since I don't have a manual, I have no clue!

     

    Thanks for your time.

  4. Posted

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    I have been calling Best Electronics but unfortunately the phone is never answered, and I never received a call back....

     

    I've *never* called him, so I can't speak to that. Best is a one man show. He could be sick, in the warehouse pulling orders, any number of things.

     

    If you email him, he will usually reply back late that night. Once you have a shipping quote, he will send you the total to pay via PayPal, you then just send him the payment and he ships.

     

    I would not bother with the website. The only thing it's really good for is looking to see if an item is still available.

  5. Posted

    Meh.. I'd rather play mame on my laptop!

     

    Just kidding. Too bad they don't have a Missile Command. I'd order one. But they do have a Tempest for only $2,200.

     

    Yeah, I hear you. That ChooChooArcade is a bit pricey on some of their offereings. The eBay listing has the same cocktail galaga/mc pacman for cheaper. But I don't know, maybe they incorporate better parts or something.

  8. Posted

    Well, with a CRT and an X-arcade controller, you are pretty much there. I can understand having no room, I'm in the same boat. Too many computers and not enough storage.

     

    I've actually been itching to get one of these for my tankstick and MAME use: http://shop.xgaming.com/collections/arcade-parts/products/27-29-inch-makvision-crt-arcade-monitor

     

    The added benefit of that monitor is that it's VGA so I could use them with any of my old computers that have been adapted to output VGA. After using the real thing, the LCDs just don't do these old computers justice, I much prefer a CRT.

     

    I had to lookup "Bliss Box" since I never heard of that one.

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  9. Posted

    Well, it's repairable in case you need to have it done. The supply from either B&C or Best "should" be working when you get it. Both usually test the items before they ship.

     

    The other power supplies are usually not rebuildable because they are filled with epoxy so you actually can't get to the internals.

     

    The supply I linked was the #4 version (good one) not the ingot (which is #3).

     

    As to why this is recommended, I suppose it's because of the reliability he has seen with them over the years as an Atari dealer. Also, this one has vents, which will add a bit of life to it since the heat buildup will not be as great as a completely sealed supply.

     

    As far as Best goes, I would email him. My only suggestion is to not ask a bunch of questions and get a bunch of shipping quotes and never buy. It seems people who have done that in the past are no longer being sold to ;) He who has the gold, makes the rules.

     

    This is all 30 year old electronics, there are no guarantees.

  16. Posted

    I'd be really surprised if after the Kickstarter campaign, he didn't make additional cases. He probably will not use the original case colors that are in the campaign (as I think it states) but I'm betting he will offer different colors or maybe the original "beige".

     

    In my opinion, the success of the Kickstarter has proven to him that there is a small market out there for these items.

     

    He also has the 128 and Plus/4 case molds.

  21. Posted

    In about 1983 or 1984, I recall seeing a listing for a high resolution graphics board for the Model III (and, presumably also, the Model 4) in the Radio Shack computer catalogue. While I had some access to a Model II at the time, it just had the stock hardware.

     

    Is this graphics board supported by any of the TRS-80 emulators? Is there any software that actually uses it?

     

    Hi yes, check out Matthew Reed's emulator: http://www.trs-80emulators.com/trs32/

     

    The registered version supports them: High resolution graphics (Radio Shack and Micro-Labs). There were some games that were made to take advantage of the boards, but beyond that, not sure. The original boards are very very rare.

     

    If you do happen to own a real Model III or 4, someone has recreated these graphics boards and a guy from Australia is currently building versions for sale: http://www.vintage-computer.com/vcforum/showthread.php?46326-EOI-Model-III-and-4-hi-res-graphics-board-reproduction-kits

     

    And if you have a real Model 1, this device incorporates them as well: http://home.comcast.net/~bartlett.p/MISE/

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  22. Posted

    Went on vacation this past week. I was up in the TN area in the Smokey Mountains. As I was cruising through a town, I ran across an Arcade restoration shop. I HAD to stop by, and stop by I did. The place, Chattanooga Pinball Company, was amazing. ..

     

     

    I'll take pictures when I get it...

     

     

    Wow, that place sounds awesome! Congratulations on your purchase, can't wait to see the photos.

     

    I've always wanted a real Galaga arcade machine, but just don't have the room for it. I have to settle for MAME with an X-Arcade ;)

     

    Do you think this is their website: http://choochooarcades.com/Arcades/Classic.aspx

  25. Posted

     

    Mark Marlette must be getting low on Coco 3's at this point...

     

    Yes, he said he's getting low. If you want one, you'll have to get on the list for the few remaining.

     

    I have never used a Color Computer before, but figured I'd get one to see what it's all about. I purchased a new old stock FD-502 drive to use with my TRS-80 but figured it would be nice to use it with a real Color Computer instead!

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