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  10. Posted

    Just now, -^CrossBow^- said:

    While I could be wrong on this, I believe the lock-on is just an extension or passthrough type device. It doesn't really contain any logic. So I don't believe it is that simple to just add a pokey inside the thing to suddenly have it work and even if it was, this lock-on is only for 2600 games and does not contain the traces for use with 7800 games which, are the only games that would require and use the pokey. The external audio line from the pokey in the carts I believe is on one of these extra cartridge pins that the 7800 uses.

     

    You are absolutely correct. This only works for 2600 carts and won't even accept a 7800 cart. This was never meant to be a replacement for the 7800XM because I love the idea and respect the heck out of @Curt Vendel. 

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  18. Posted

    Another batch of Lock-On 2600s have been sent out. Don't worry if you were not contacted yet, we have plenty to go around but prefer to make them in small batches for quality control. I am sure we'll get to everyone soon.

     

    For fun here are some pictures of the building process.

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  21. Posted

    3 hours ago, kheller2 said:

    I have entered all the serials up to a certain date this year (I will have to check my notes) and have them in a spreadsheet.  I was planning on putting them up on something like google docs, which I do for the Atari 1200XL serial tracker list.  If you wish to take over full time of list updates, I can easily send you my worksheets  Otherwise, when I get a few minutes of time, I will put them online for everyone to see.

    I personally like that this list has been going strong for 10 years, I say we keep the thread and give it to someone else to update. @Albert, is that an issue?

  22. Posted

    2 hours ago, ginoscope said:

    I just got a Lock-On cart today from Chris and I was very impressed with it.  I recently picked up a 7800 and games like pitfall would not fit unless I took off the case.  Using this lock-on I don't have anymore issues with 2600 games on my 7800.  Very ingenious solution thanks again!

    I am really glad to hear that, let me know if you notice any issues. :)

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  23. Posted

    20 minutes ago, 0078265317 said:

    I have an A3 as well.  Pitfall, trickshot, and even some 7800 ones like robotron are a tight squeeze.  But if carefully and properly inserted they do fit and work.

    I think it all comes down to some revisions are better than others, maybe even some carts are better. It may be an age thing when the plastic swells a bit? This is why I refuse to chance it after cracking the case of one of my games.

  24. Posted

    48 minutes ago, Shawn said:

    You have done a really nice job on these. Many years ago I made a couple of them with original atari pcb's and cart glides\shells. I wired all of them by hand. Not something I would jump at doing again. What you are doing here is the way to go with 3d printing and pcb fabrication costs coming down so much over the last 10 to 15 years.

    Thanks, that really means a lot to me. People were telling me about your small batch from years ago. :) I already cracked the case of my Journey Escape on my 7800 - it was the first game I tried to play on it. Also my favorite 2600 game. I will keep making them as long as people keep wanting them.

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