[Upcoming Jaguar Game Drive Cartridge]

12 hours ago, SainT said:

 

Same as before -- nothing has changed, I will ship *some* myself. I still don't know how many, I'm juggling other things as well at the moment and will not be sure until I get started sorting out the Jag GD again.

Sorry, I missed your post. ? I will order from Dragonbox as soon as it will be possible. Thank you. ?

[Upcoming Jaguar Game Drive Cartridge]

5 hours ago, SainT said:

There will be a UK retailer, they should have them available at the same time as DragonBox.

 

The price will have to include VAT when not coming from me though, and there's nothing I can do about this other than lose 20% myself, and given I'm already losing a large percantage going through retailers, I really can't afford to do this.

@SainT

Hi,

To be clear: will there be any shippings made by you for people on the August 2019 waiting list? Or is this list just canceled and everyone (in Europe) will have to order via Dragonbox or the UK reseller?

Thanks.

[New development: GTIA in CPLD]

Hi,

 

Just a little post (as I promised to Simius) to show the result on 2 Atari 5200 consoles (2 and 4 ports).
The Mod is very simple because all 5200 have the GTIA on socket and the result is amazing!

 

Thanks Simius

 

[AVGCART]

Awesome work!!!!!

 

Now waiting for the topic for purchasing them :-)

 

I was also waiting the pre-order thread but there was no announcement in this thread and all 30 carts are already gone!

 

http://atariage.com/forums/topic/279849-avgcart-preorder-thread-i/page-2

[AVGCart (pre)order thread I]

Hi,

 

30 carts....it's not enought!

 

When I see the demand, you could produce at least 50 for the first batch!

If you increase the quantity, you can put me in the list too please

Thanks.

 

Sam

[AVGCART]

Hi,

 

I would like an AVGCart too. If you can add me to the pre-order list, please?

 

Thanks.

 

Sam

[Super Game Module 4th run official thread]

 

 

No worries Sam. Please keep me updated.

 

Hi,

 

I was able to test my SGM on another console (my cousin's Coleco) and it works well.

The sound of AY-3-8910A is here but the volume is much lower than the "regular" Coleco sound. Just have to increase the TV volume...

So my console must have a problem with the expansion port sound...

...but it doesn't matter because my cousin decided to give me his CV!

He had not used it for many years and the console had been sleeping in his box ever since.

For the record, it was the first Coleco I played on 35 years ago! The circle is complete!

I will now be able to fully enjoy my brand new SGM on my brand old new SECAM RGB ColecoVision!

Thank you all for your help and in particular to "Opcode Team" which allows us to live these great moments with our "old machines"

 

Sam

 

P.S. I'm now looking forward to new games like Gradius, Penguin Adventures, DK Arcade...

[Super Game Module 4th run official thread]

I'd you look at the audio circuit picture on that link it gives a better idea of what needs to be done.

 

If you tap the audio directly from the sound chip, the expansion audio (sgm and exp. Mod 1) will not sound correct. You need to tap the audio on the other side of the capacitors that are mixing the 2 audios.

 

I did the test today with the audio taken after the resistor but still no SGM sound

I will keep you updated as soon as I can test with another console...

[Super Game Module 4th run official thread]

I'd you look at the audio circuit picture on that link it gives a better idea of what needs to be done.

 

If you tap the audio directly from the sound chip, the expansion audio (sgm and exp. Mod 1) will not sound correct. You need to tap the audio on the other side of the capacitors that are mixing the 2 audios.

 

Thanks Bmack36 !

I will try tomorrow.

[Super Game Module 4th run official thread]

 

 

 

Uh, so you mean you have modded your CV mainboard? Are you getting the correct line for sound? For SCART it isn't the same as regular NTSC CVs. So if you followed mod tutorials online, you may have been using the wrong sound line. The only way to now was if you had the Expansion Module #1 that works with CV SCART, as it uses the same sound line, or then test your module with a different CV.

 

 

See this thread for info on a mod that seemed to work on getting a stronger audio output from the RGB connector

 

http://atariage.com/forums/topic/240611-french-secam-rgb-port-pinout/

The 2 threads also states that the simplest way to take the sound on PAL/SECAM consoles is the U20 pin 7.

I tried but that doesn't solve my problem

 

I should be able to test my SGM on a non-modded french SECAM Scart RGB CV in approximately 10-15 days to finally find out if the problem comes from my console or from my SGM.

 

If you can keep me 1 SGM aside until there, in case mine is defective? Thanks in advance.

I'll let you know as soon as I can test.

Thanks for your help.

Sam

[Super Game Module 4th run official thread]

I just did the SGM test and here are the results:

 

When "Testing SGM Sound Chip"

- playing C4,E4,G4, All three > I don't have a sound

- playing + base sound chip > I have a continuous "beep" a few seconds

- let us enjoy SGM music! > I hear the music

 

Indeed, I modded my CV mainboard a couple of years ago but I'm not sure to have the correct line for sound.

Unfortunately, I don't have the Expansion Module #1 and no other CV console at home !

 

But I just searched on the Internet, and a few A/V Mod tutorials on PAL/SECAM CV use U20 Pin 7 for sound.

I will try this tomorrow and I will keep you informed of the result.

 

Thanks for your help.

[Super Game Module 4th run official thread]

Hi,

 

I just received my SGM but I have a problem

The SGM is well recognized in all dedicated games. All works fine except I do not have any sound in SGM games !

The sound was and is still there in all the other Coleco games.

I tried with my PixelBoy "Knightmare" cartridge and with different roms on my Atarimax Ultimate SD.
The only 2 games that have sound are "Buck Rogers SGM" and "Zaxxon SGM" but I guess they do not use the AY-3-8910A...

 

I tried to change the point where I take the audio on the motherboard but the problem is still there

 

Thanks in advance for your help.

 

Sam

 

My config : French SECAM Colecovision with F18A Video Board

[New development: GTIA in CPLD]

http://atariage.com/forums/topic/258702-new-development-gtia-in-cpld/page-5?do=findComment&comment=3645845

http://atariage.com/forums/topic/258702-new-development-gtia-in-cpld/page-30?do=findComment&comment=3858579

 

Hi,

 

Thanks for pointing me the answers to my questions.

I must admit that I was a little bit lazy and did not have the courage to read the 38 pages of the thread.

 

If you have Sophia boards available, I would like to buy one.

You can PM me.

 

Thanks

[New development: GTIA in CPLD]

Hi everyone,

 

I read that Sophia RGB board was compatible with the Atari 5200 console.

I will soon receive a 5200 from the US, and if the installation is possible, I would like to buy a board.

 

What revision is the good one? Is there a manual or a tutorial for the installation?

Are there any specificities compared to installing in an Atari computer?

For exemple, I would like to know where to take the audio on the 5200 motherboard?

 

Thanks

[Super Game Module 4th run official thread]

 

We are working on a newsletter actually. But here is the SGM bit:

 

Here is the latest update report on the SGM 4^th run production status:

• Boxes and manuals have been printed and are now in route to the US
• The custom connectors have been ordered and are in production. Once the connectors are ready, they will be shipped to the PCB factory that will assemble the SGM boards. That is the final piece of the puzzle.

We are expecting the SGM 4^th run to ship to pre-orders in December 2017.

 

Thanks for the very quick answer and for the pictures

 

And what about Gradius and Penguin Adventure 2nd run ?

[Super Game Module 4th run official thread]

Hello,

 

Could you tell us the status for the Super Game Module 4th run ?

When do you think you will be able to ship them ?

 

Thanks

[UnoCart (a new multi-cart) - orders/pre-orders thread]

I will have ordering details in the next 48 hours

 

 

To those who have still not paid or responded to the PMs I sent out: note that I'd really like to get all orders confirmed by Sunday evening if possible. I need to do this to firmly establish the number of carts I need to produce so we can get stuff ordered ASAP.

 

Thanks in advance!

 

Hi,

 

But who is taking the orders ? You or Flashjazzcat, I don't understand ?

I'm ready to pay immediately to be in the run Flashjazzcat is talking about (if still possible) ...

 

Many Thanks.

 

Sam

[UnoCart (a new multi-cart) - orders/pre-orders thread]

Hi,

 

I would like to order one (cased) if possible ?

 

Thanks

[Ultimate Atari Cart (Electrotrains) PURCHASE Thread]

Hi,

 

Shipments have started and some may have already received the card.

It would be nice if the first ones who get theirs (those in the US, I think) post their first impressions and some pictures after unpacking for those who are still waiting (like me in France)

Thanks to all

[Ultimate Atari Cart (Electrotrains) Pre-Order by 18 APR 17]

Hi,

 

I'm in for 1, orange !

Payment sent.

 

It was time ! I almost missed this batch

 

Thanks.

[Lynx Multi Card Preorders]

Do you mind if I use your wording and some of the artwork to put into a standard sized Atari Lynx custom box.

Cheers

 

Of course, you're welcome.

[Lynx Multi Card Preorders]

Ooh, neat. There's some artwork I did here if anyone wanted to use it.

 

I will eventually do some nice boxes... honest.

 

I made another one (always for NDS Box type) using your very nice artwork for the front.

 

http://atariage.com/forums/gallery/image/20110-cover-278x116mm/

[Lynx Multi Card Preorders]

Hello,

 

I made a custom cover image for a Lynx SD box cover (NDS type)

I would like to share it for those who want to make a box for there card.

 

You can find it here:

 

http://atariage.com/forums/gallery/image/20109-cover-278x116mm/

 

I have not received my card yet but it's a question of days...

I will put the final result on the forum when it will be done.

 

Sam

[Lynx LCD Replacement/VGA-Out by McWill]

Thanks for the information about the batteries. I didn't know.

 

I also well noted your remark about the Kynar wire I used for the screen.
If I have a problem, I will replace it with another type.
And as I intend to also replace my GameGear LCD, I will not use this wire anymore.

[Lynx LCD Replacement/VGA-Out by McWill]

Hello,

I would to thank these 3 people:
- McWill of course for his fantastic screen
- Moonlight23 for his video tutorial (I made the LCD replacement only with his video)
- Cowdog360 for his 5V regulator Mod tutorial. There was no failure with the original regulator (not yet) but the Lynx was open, so I decided to make it on a preventive way.

The image was blurry, the contrast awful and I had dead pixels everywhere on my screen.
With this new LCD, this is a "New Lynx", awesome !!!

For those who still hesitate, I'd like to say that I'm not a professional and that the modification is made without any trouble with some patiente and thoroughness.

Thanks again.