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Best way to load games on an 8 bit Atari in 2024
scitari replied to TJ76's topic in Atari 8-Bit Computers
You can call me crazy, but I am still prefer SIO2PC. I have more direct control over the virtual drives and don't need to update and swap SD cards. Of course, I work more with ATR files than I do with ROMs. -
I couldn't find much online about the Frontrunner Super Cart for backing up Atari cartridges to floppy disk. I documented the process here with screenshots. Backup Cartridges to Floppy Disk using the Super Cart (15-30 mins) – Atari Projects
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Download Atari Floppy Discs to PC? / SIO2SD / SIO2USB / SIO2PCUSB
scitari replied to TomC's topic in Atari 8-Bit Computers
I recently posted about how to copy files from your PC to a real floppy disk using SIO2PC and RespeQT. As noted in the last comment, you can reverse this process and go from real floppy to PC. Also, Randall Kindig did a guest post showing how to do this with FujiNet. Have fun! Write Atari 8-Bit Computer ATR Files from Your PC to a Real Floppy Disk Using the RespeQT Peripheral Emulator Software and an SIO2PC Adapter (15-30 minutes) – Atari Projects Archive Atari 8-Bit Computer Disks from a Real Floppy to a Virtual Disk Using FujiNet (15-30 minutes) – Atari Projects -
I gave it an 8. Would have gone higher but the joystick needs some serious improvement.
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I do not like the joystick provided with the 400 mini. I find it lacks fine control and it is too easy to accidently press the extra buttons and disrupt the game. Not sure why they felt the need to re-engineer the CX40 that we have loved for decades......
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Here are step by step instructions on how to copy ATR files from your PC to a real floppy disk. This uses RespeQT, SIO2PC, and Copymate. I just went through this, and it works great! Write Atari 8-Bit Computer ATR Files from Your PC to a Real Floppy Disk Using the RespeQT Peripheral Emulator Software and an SIO2PC Adapter (15-30 minutes) – Atari Projects
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I love the Sakata SC 100. A great monitor and it looks much better with an 800XL.
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A8PicoCart - UnoCart on a Raspberry Pi Pico
scitari replied to electrotrains's topic in Atari 8-Bit Computers
Finally gave this bad boy a spin. Very nice! Easy to use. Nice menu. Boy do I wish it could play ATR files! Purchase an A8PicoCart for Loading Cartridge ROMs on Your Atari XL and XE 8-Bit Computers (10-15 mins) – Atari Projects- 562 replies
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Rock on! Looking forward to new posts
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Here it is with BASIC XE. Note that this card only works with line text programs. Atariwriter, for example, does not work.
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I tried it and it did not work in my hands.
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Enjoy! The 800 is an awesome machine
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ANTIC the Atari 8bit Podcast is now available
scitari replied to Subby's topic in Atari 8-Bit Computers
Thanks for 10+ years of Atari goodness. I have been going back and listening to the early episodes (1-15 so far) and have been really enjoying them. They have reminded me of some things I would like to revisit or had forgotten. Also, I love the infectious enthusiasm of the early podcasts. Rock on Brad, Kay, and Randy!!! -
Introducing 1200XL - a new Atari 8 bit gaming podcast
scitari replied to BoatofCar's topic in Atari 8-Bit Computers
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Are updated HFEs available with CP/M? Thanks!
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Vintage Computer Festival (VCF) SoCal - Feb. 17-18, 2024
scitari replied to scitari's topic in Atari 8-Bit Computers
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The Vintage Computer Festival (VCF) SoCal will be held this weekend (Feb. 17-19, 2024) at the Hotel Fera in Anaheim, CA. I will have an Atari 8-bit exhibit along with several other Atari folks including Randall Kindig of Antic Podcast and Rob Sherman of Southern Amis BBS. Stop by if you are in SoCal! VCF SoCal | Vintage Computer Festival in Southern California
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Looking for 810 Drive - Good working Cond
scitari replied to YSG2020's topic in Atari 8-Bit Computers
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Making the most of a stock 800XL as a computer
scitari replied to bent_pin's topic in Atari 8-Bit Computers
I also like using stock hardware for an authentic old school experience. I started doing hardware, software, and programming projects on my 8-bits more than 5 years and documenting them on a website called Atari Projects. There are over 200 projects there. I hope you find something fun and useful there! -
You will need to replace the plastic gears. Nearly all are broken or will break with limited use. Here are my notes on how to do this. Repair an Atari 1020 Printer (30-60 mins) – Atari Projects
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Well I purchased an Atari 800 computer with goodies.
scitari replied to ussexplorer's topic in Atari 8-Bit Computers
Magic Dump II is quite rare as has been mentioned. I have one and did a post on how to use it. Be sure and give it a try! Dump Your Atari Computer Screen to Printer or Disk (10-15 mins) – Atari Projects