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  2. Posted · Edited by Vectrexer

    They really a nice set of overalys. I love the fact they are not as thick as the originals, while still being plenty thick enough to fti and stay on the Vectrexer. Their thickness allow for mixing in two or three overlays to get a brand another alternate color. A couple of the overlays are fluorescent too.

     

    Some pictures of Chopper The Dog Engineering (CTDE) Colored Vectrex Overlay set images can be seen here:

     

    Vectrex Solid Color Overlays - 2018 - Set of 7 Overlays - From Chopper The Dog Engineering (CTDE)

    https://photos.app.goo.gl/VJb34CpGRXqroynF7

     

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  3. Posted

    That's an option, but a bit on the expensive side, as the minimum order is 4 shells and adding international shipping it's more than I paid for the multicart itself.

     

    If this can't be reliably open I'll leave it as it is.

     

     

    When reusing an Original era GCE / MB Vectrex cartridge shell, look for the cart that has a screw.

    Remove the screw. Then pop the shell open. Even the screwed shells have internal plastic clips along the outside edges that will hold the cart together.

     

    But the cart shells without the screw have glue applied before being snapped shut.

  5. Posted · Edited by Vectrexer

     

    Yes this is the way it is supposed to work. But if you have Windows 8 and especially with Windows10, this doesn't work right. Namely because Windows creates a volume file on the flash drive and that tends to take up most of the space so you aren't actually able to copy the files over. My batch file removes this volume file if present under an elevated command windows in the background using the old Attrib function etc to make the file visible and delete it. You can do it all manually of course but then that takes a while and I've had the damn file create itself again in the process of exiting out of the command window and back to explorer. So it isn't quite this simple in most cases with the more recent OSes. I've heard it is a challenge on the newest Mac OS as well.

     

     

    For Windows 8 and Windows 10 I took a different approach to using the "ATTRIB" command. There are a couple Windows systems services that can be managed to prevent writing of pesky extra file and folder to removable drives.

     

    First I previously documented method referenced on Mateos' web site to not allow removable drives to be automatically added to libraries. (https://web.archive.org/web/20180503134808/http://www.vectrex.hackermesh.org:80/index.php/en/mvbd-mvmc-3/faq-2)

     

    In addition to disabling search indexing of the removable drive, a few of other steps are needed. They do not hurt the operating system. But if you index and search your drive(s) like I do then you may want to use the temporary disablement option instead of a permanent one so that you can continue to search normally afterward.
    Permanent Disable Option:
    Disable stop the "Windows Storage" and "Windows Search" system services.
    • Tap the "Windows" key.
    • Type "services.msc".
    • Using the mouse, Right-Click on the application and select "Run as administrator".
    • Scroll down to the service named "Storage Service" and double-click on it.
    • Click on the field "Startup type" and select "Disabled.
    • If the service is running, click the button labeled "Stop".
    • Click the button labeled "Apply".
    • Click the button labeled "Okay".
    • Scroll down to the service named "Windows Search" and double-click on it.
    • Click on the field "Startup type" and select "Disabled.
    • If the service is running, click the button labeled "Stop".
    • Click the button labeled "Apply".
    • Click the button labeled "Okay".
    • Close the Services tool.
    Just to be safe reboot.
    Temporary Disable Option:
    Temporarily stop the Windows Store and Windows Search system services.
    • Tap the "Windows" key.
    • Type "services.msc".
    • Using the mouse, Right-Click on the application and select "Run as administrator".
    • Scroll down to the service named "Storage Service" and double-click on it.
    • If the service is running, click the button labeled "Stop".
    • Click the button labeled "Apply".
    • Click the button labeled "Okay".
    • Scroll down to the service named "Windows Search" and double-click on it.
    • If the service is running, click the button labeled "Stop".
    • Click the button labeled "Apply".
    • Click the button labeled "Okay".
    • Close the Services tool.
    After writing to Mateos flash cart then reverse the procedure and start the the two services.
    Alternatively, one or more script file(s) with elevated system privilege might also be used to temporarily stop/start the Windows Storage and Windows Search system services while writing to Mateos flash drive.
    Services and their names to control:
    Display name: Storage Service
    Service name: StorSvc
    Display name: Windows Search
    Service name: WSearch
    Below are some commands options that might be used in a Windows script file to control the services. Bear in mind these commands need to be run with elevated privileges (administrator level privileges) in a batch, command, or PowerShell script.
    Stop the services using the "NET" command:
    NET STOP StorSvc
    NET STOP WSearch
    Start the services using the "NET" command:
    NET START StorSvc
    NET START WSearch
    Stop the services using the "SC" command:
    SC STOP StorSvc
    SC STOP WSearch
    Start the services using the "SC" command:
    SC START StorSvc
    SC START WSearch
    Stop the services using the PowerShell "Stop-Service" command:
    SC STOP StorSvc
    SC STOP WSearch
    Start the services using the PowerShell "Start-Service" command:
    SC START StorSvc
    SC START WSearch

  6. Posted

    Mateos MVRMC-16 Vectrex USB Flash Cart in Cart Shell + MVBD Burner Programmer






    Mateos MVRMC-16 Vectrex USB Flash Cart in Cart Shell + MVBD Burner Programmer



    Feel free to make offers outside of the eBay listing.






    #Vectrex #USB #Flash #Cart





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  7. Posted · Edited by Vectrexer

    That thing looks complicated. From what I recall, Richard H. ran out of Vectrex PCB's. Are there no more out there?

     

    A USB cable is complicated? LOL

  8. Posted

    I did mention the Mateos cart. But in the 7800 sections he apparently still hasn't replied to requests to order products via email going on several months now in some cases. Last time I spoke with Mateos was when I found out that my burner/dumper doesn't seem to work right for actually dumping Vectrex games. It creates gibberish and he had offered to send me a replacement. But...never did. In the end I believe a work around was found so I could still use it to dump my vectrex games. Just required some hex editing magic the dumps afterwards.

     

     

    have one for sale.

     

    Mateos MVRMC-16 Vectrex USB Flash Cart in Cart Shell + MVBD Burner Programmer
    #Vectrex #USB #Flash #Cart

  9. Posted

    The Multicart 3.0 is what I'll be going with, but it's preloaded, right? I can't add any roms to it? A nice package with a bunch of homebrews, at that price it looks to be great value. But still would like the option to expand it.

     

     

    Correct. The Sean Kelly Multi-Cart is preloaded. There is an update possibility when the next version of the load comes out. But it's a chargeable update accomplished by the creator. And you must return the Multi-cart back to Sean for the update to be made.

    There is another limitation with the current (and previous) hardware of SK Multi-Cart. no RAM on the cartridge. So games such as Animaction needing the extra RAM will not work and are not currently included in the software list. But then this is already know and indicated on Multi-Cart web site.

  11. Posted

    Sharp graphics. Excellent controller. Great sound. And original games that really did feel like Vectror arcade titles.

    Personally, I enjoy the Vector experience. Sure it's not filled in to the n'th degree. But that is part of the magic. The magic being the Vectrex gives you eye an catching experience while also leaving your imagination to fill in between the vectors.

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  13. Posted

    Now if I could just get them to deliver to the United States.

     

     

    Madtronix has delivered to me several times in the past to the USA west coast. Sometimes it takes John a while to work through the request stack.

  14. Posted

    You bring up ideas I hadn't though of with the hyperspace button. Here was me thinking only of driving games but I guess it could be used for any extra button press.

     

    So let's see, 5 feet (roughly) from box to pedal and six inches from box to Vectrex. Hmmm I need to see if that will fit in my setup.

     

    I lucked out and have a Fury Overdrive steering wheel. Do you happen to know if that will work with this pedal as well? If so that would be awesome.

     

     

    The MiniVex Pedal I Vectrex controller should be is compatible with the Fury Overdrive Vectrex controller. The MiniVex Pedal "I" replicates the button function for the selected button. The Button function is available for control at the same time on the MiniVex Pedal and the Vectrex controller.

  16. Posted

    Update 2018-12-07:

    There is a feature kept "secret" for the first listing . Now that sale is done the secret is out!

    Larry also informed me the MiniVex Pedal "I" has Atari 2600 Support!

    The MiniVex Pedal can be used with the original Atari 2600 and its Controllers to allow for button control by foot pedal.


    Compatible with the following controllers:

    • Atari 2600 Joystick

    • Atari 2600 Driving Controller

    • Atari 2600 Paddle Controller

    • Other Atari 2600 compatible controllers

  17. Posted · Edited by Vectrexer

    Overall I think the quality matched up to his other MiniVex products well. Functions exactly as described. Does not interfere the functions of joystick.

     

    Love the fact that I can use the pedal in place of buttons 1 or 2. Those can be a stretch at times during the exciting parts of a game. Such as the Escape (hyperspace) button in Mine Storm. Definitely worth it.

     

    The included pedal feels good enough.

     

    Cable Length from the switch selector box to the pedal is about 66 inches (5.5 feet / 1.8 yards / 1.6 meters). Cable length from the switch selector box to the Vectrex is 6 inches (15 centimeters). I found both cable lengths good for connection to the Vectrex, and to reach the floor while playing from a desk top.

     

    The connector that connects to the Vectrex is already pre shaped to fit without any issues.

    The switch is nice and solid.

     

    I have sent some suggestions back to Larry. Such as a suggestion to use a detachable pedal with a 1/4 plug. This would open up the possibility of other pedals from the music world being used.

     

    Here is a link to an album with my pictures of the MiniVex Pedal "I" prototype I received.

    https://photos.app.goo.gl/miyDx9ztRLehYNhU6

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  19. Posted

    Coming Soon for Vectrex...

    MiniVex Pedal I


    Vectrex Controller Button Controller.


    Following Larry's (ClassicGamesAndCarsFan) current MiniVex controller is the new MiniVex Vectrex Pedal Controller.

    The controller is designed so that it may be used either in tandem with another Vectrex controller, or independently on a different controller port.


    Plug the Pedal Controller into your Vectrex. Plug your controller into the extension box controller. Select button 1,2,3 or 4 with the rotary switch. Then stomp it!


    The selected button still operates from the controller as well as the pedal.


    The Pedal Controller can be used in on its own too. Plug the pedal controller in the desired Vectrex controller port. Select button 1,2,3 or 4 with the rotary switch. Then stomp it!


    Keep an eye on availability through Larry's regular eBay sales. Here is his his eBay sales via his "ClassicGamesAndCarsFan" seller account.




    I'll post more pictures later when mine arrives.


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    #Vectrex

    #MiniVex

    #Pedal

    #Foot

    #Switch

    #Controller

    #MiniVexPedalI


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  20. Posted

    Looks like the monitor is horizontal instead of vertical. I guess this would have made it incompatible with the original Vectrex...Interesting though.

     

    Nope. The CRT is mounted vertically.

     

    Reference these internal photos of the Mini Vectrex proto via the Vectrex Fans Unite! group posting by Sean Kelly of the National Videogame Museum in Frisco Texas.

     

    https://www.facebook.com/groups/vectrex/permalink/908004062743305/

  21. Posted

    That is awesome.. Do you own the prototype, or is that a picture that you found on the web?

    A picture of the prototype from one of it appearances at in the past at Classic Gaming Expo. At the time the "Home Arcade" prototype was on loan from Jay Smith for display in the show's on site mobile CGE Museum. The prototype has since been transferred from the holder to a permanent home in Frisco Texas for museum care and display along with the Vectrex color prototype.

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