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    2 hours ago, mytek said:

    Not a bad idea, but it would not be anywhere as nice as using the keys that are already there. Of course you would need to fabricate the button tops, but based on what I am seeing ivop doing on creating new buttons for cherry key switches, this would be even simpler than that. Because even if you did go the capacitive switch route, you'd still have to figure out a way to nicely label where they were located (unless you're going stealth, and then the capacitive switches make sense). 3D printed buttons could be done with the labels already embedded, and with careful center punching and a step drill, the 4 extra holes wouldn't be too difficult to make. Plus there would be no wiring or soldering required.

     

    I have milled PVC and used through similar thickness.  If I get time I'll open a Keyboard and test it with the actual case.  I have the ability to mill and 3D print, I like these because you can pocket out where they mount and the glue them in the position you want.  On the top side you can paint, use a decal or add a dome.  They also support adding a wire. So if you really wanted you can add a wire running vertically in a 3d print or just print in conductive filament.  If a wire is used you will have finish work to do sanding buffing and coating the surface.  I saw this in high end Light Saber products 30 years ago. The sensors are a fun novelty, but they are non moving, so it also makes it possible to make a sealed product.  I've used that in interactive art installations. 

     

    Here is a concept for a XEGS Fablit specifically using 10 inch HDMI 3:4 ratio screen - The only part not finished is the case it's self.  The 3D dome milling is not applied, it renders chunky but mills smooth in real life.  

     

    The one part I was unable to get is Dropcheck's Cartridge Extension to relocate the port.

     

    The hold up is getting the PVC sheet I need.

     

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    I'll do some experiments on the real case XEGS keyboard case.

     

     

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  6. Posted · Edited by Bee

    OK I make a joke, look away, come back to a @hit storm?  To point out I was trying to be playful and pull some music people in, Peter Gun and Mission Impossible both by Mancini, loosely modeled on the Man from Uncle theme.  I was aiming at @DrVenkman & @flashjazzcat you see I haven't seen a recent video from Jon with a musical instrument, I hoped my quip would maybe nuge a few cords out. 

     

    Switching Gears - ( the body of christ compels me )  Apparently Someone took it on to say "The entire point of user groups and forums like these are to ask questions and receive immediate answers. Ask away and ignore the "RTFM" people." 

     

    If it's a joke I missed the humor.

     

    I quote Miracle Max from The Princess Bride " You rush a miracle, you get a rotten miracle "

     

    It is disingenuous to ask for help if you are not willing to make an effort to educate yourself first, if you are unwilling to help yourself, why should anyone here?

     

    This is a forum, it's just that, a place of free exchange and honestly, free advice.  My experience is the people here are willing to help you if you are genuine in your own pursuits.

     

    This is not a Bank, we don't owe you answers if you are unwill to make an effort on your own behalf.  

     

    The visual I perceive of it is as follows.  You have fallen off the back of a cruise ship, I'm offering to toss the lifesaver to you, your reaction is to flip me the bird.

     

    I appreciate the efforts and labor of everyone here. 

     

    Be kind

     

    or find a forum where they embrace unkind behavior.

     

    These folks have years of work and untold amounts of money invested for the love of the community and the camaraderie, a grip of effort and cash, show a little respect.

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  18. Posted · Edited by Bee

    I have a Mega STE, 4 mb, 40 HD,TOS 2.05.  It is in good working order with the internal HD.  I have a 16gb Sandisk Msd in CF converter formatted in ICD HD formatting program.  I installed the demo10 of the HDDriver, re configured the card slots on the Ultra Satan to 1 & 2.  For the life of me I can't figure out how to get the Ultra Satan to boot with the Mega STE.  In the default configuration it works on my 1040STE.   I get I may be going at it the wrong way as this is the Demo.  Q - Is the paid Driver license per User or Machine?  @ParanoidLittleMan.   

     

    My buddy with a TT and a Falcon suggested it unsolicited.

     

    Thank you for any input. 

  25. Posted

    I will start out saying I had the 502 ST, then 1040 ST, the a Mega ST 4.  Back in the day.  After I sold my Mega ST4, I picked up a used Atari Mega ST2.  It was a quick deal on Craigslist back in the 90's and 1 out of 4 times it would white screen and lock up.  I pulled it out after reviving my 1040ST, and the Mega ST2 is a no go after it's last boot 17 years ago.  I tried 3 different power supplies and the same result.  So I decided to get a 1040STE and pump it up to 4 megs of RAM off eBay.  It boots and runs as one would expect with 2 strange observations.  No matter what I do if I change to medium resolution and save the desktop it boots back to low resolution.  Also I realized I have no sound coming form my color monitor and no way to control the volume.  "It's not you it's me" It dawned on me the problem is probably my lack of knowledge on the STE and updated software I don't have.   Can anyone enlighten me on what I'm looking for?  I'm assuming a newer control accessory?

     

    Thank you

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