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    Hi Folks - just some updates on getting my Atari 5200 to work.  First off - my buddy created a STL file for me to print to replace the access door on the back so that i could easily mount the DVI port.  Then i ordered some parts to make a test DVI/I - SCART cable so I could run it into my PVM.    To my surprise, the first time I turned it on, voila - an amazingly crisp beautiful picture came up!  :)  Since the angle is downwards I think I will get a DVI extension cable and then wire up the DVI/I breakout board to the SCART with a small amount wire (almost like an adapter) since the DVI extension is what will get me my distance.  Next step is to get audio out of the board to send it to an RCA jack on the back, and wire that into SCART connector for sound.

     

    You have to (at least on mine) work a little hard to get the back access panel off, and this new one you have to push pretty hard to get it to snap in, but then it's there and not moving!

     

    Link to the STL:

     

    https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4730093

     

     

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  9. Posted · Edited by mathewbeall

    Got my Sophia 2 today - got it installed in my Atari 5200 - truly plug and play!  Not very sure yet where/how I will mount the DVI port.  The RF-out still works, so I know the Sophia2 is functioning, but what I can't test right now is SCART input (RGBs) - I want to use this on a CRT, so need a breakout cable that takes the Analog RGBs from the DVI port and wired into a SCART port on my switcher.  I emailed retro-access and asked them if they were going to make a cable, but I haven't heard back from them yet.

     

    For others who are going to use this on a 5200/CRT - what are your plans?

     

    Matt

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    8 hours ago, MrPix said:

    I've replied in PM as part of an ongoing conversation with Falonn with feedback of a couple of changes I'd recommend. They're only small 'perfectionism' things, mainly involving the debounce caps organization and a small issue with signal routing near U6:15. There will likely be a small revision to the board in a couple of days, so if you're planning to order the board from OSHpark you might want to wait just a couple of days.

    Meanwhile, I'm setting up for a production run of 250. There will be plenty for everyone who wants one. We'll also have a variety of RGB socket options for various machines. They will be economically priced.

    Awesome - I am for sure in for 2 as well!

     

    Matt

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