Jump to content
Have You Played Atari Today?
2600|5200|7800|Lynx|Jaguar|Forums|Store

cedropoole

Banned
 View Profile  See their activity

  • Posts

    66

  • Joined

 Content Type 

Posts posted by cedropoole

    Is RF always a lower quality video output than composite? Not in my world

    in Classic Console Discussion

    Posted · Edited by cedropoole

    Sorry, but the only thing your comment demonstrates is how you seem to not understand that my experiences or Crossbow's experiences can not be disproved by your experiences. You are aware that my post and experience is with CRT/RF quality and not old technology on modern LED TVS or that the YouTube video is a random one that simply demostates that it is possible for RF to look better that composite in some cases  and in some worlds. 

    • Like 1
    • Thanks 1
    • Haha 1

    Is RF always a lower quality video output than composite? Not in my world

    in Classic Console Discussion

    Posted · Edited by cedropoole

    On 2/24/2021 at 7:44 AM, -^CrossBow^- said:

    In the case of the CV and Intellivision systems the RF is usually just as good and in some cases (Especially the Intellivision) better. At least from the Intellivision side of things, part of the reason for this is that the Intellivision has a pretty wonky video signal to begin with and makes it difficult to get proper results from the current solutions on offer. 

     

    With the CV it depends. My daily driver CV has horrid RF with a lot of noise etc in the picture. But when I first got it, it didn't produce any picture at all until I tuned it in. I've tried to replace the RF modulator completely and other fixes and it just seems to produce bad RF. So the composite upgrade on it was a much better overall picture for me. My other CV is still all stock because the RF on it is actually really good and I'm fine with it that way. Now that we have a good and available RGB solution for the CV, that is how I've been playing it now because it is amazing to see how clear it really can be.

     

    Crossbow states "In the case of the CV and Intellivision systems the RF is usually just as good and in some cases (Especially the Intellivision) better.' But apparently there are others on this forum who think that this is untrue or technically not possible. Seeing is believing and the YouTube video is not mine, it simple demonstrates my point. Interesting, but I'll go with Crossbows opinion and my own eyes and experience.

    Variations in the shape of control discs on Intellivision II controllers

    in Classic Console Discussion

    Posted · Edited by cedropoole

    I have had 2 Intellivision II consoles. One I bought new in the early 1980s and one I picked up recently that was part of a complete ECS system.The control pad/disc on each systems controllers are different. One control disc is molded in a really nice shallow concave, the other is completely flat. The concave one feels and controls much better. Anyone know why they are so different?

    Wico Colecovision controller in box!

    in Buy, Sell, and Trade

    Posted

    I have one of these but I never use it due to it having the most incredibly uncomfortable side buttons I have ever experienced. They are by design hard plastic with abrupt edges but without much tactile feel that will make your fingers feel less that comfortable after a few minutes of constant pressing. It looks nice on my shelf with the Wico Famous Red Ball that I never use either.

    Super Skateboardin'

    in Atari 7800

    Posted

    The gameplay I enjoy, but the name Super Skateboardin' is it's biggest problem problem. It may have been a bit disapointing for some to buy this game new thinking it's going to be an actual skateboarding game like Skateboardin' on the 2600. I think that Super Switch Flippin' would have been a more accurate title. You could make the playable character a janitor riding a floor buffer and it would play the same. 

    • Like 1

    Girlfriend playing Robotron

    in Atari 7800

    Posted · Edited by cedropoole

    36 minutes ago, doubledown said:

    No, Pac-Man cabinets in North America used the Bally/Midway 4-way leaf switch joysticks...and they absolutely play better than every micro-switch joystick. 

    I stand corrected on the make of the joystick but the same priciples apply for all leaf switch joysticks. They might absolutely play better than ever micro switch joystick, for you and your play style preferences. I am in awe that you have tried every micro-switch joystick. Just how many is that? I am speaking about my personal preferences and unlike others, I refuse to attack another persons preferences. This is not a thread about science, and it's not about your preferences alone but thats all that seems to matter. Dis·cus·sion: noun - the action or process of talking about something in order to reach a decision or to exchange ideas. Theres none of that going on here....

    Girlfriend playing Robotron

    in Atari 7800

    Posted · Edited by cedropoole

    13 hours ago, doubledown said:

    And Sanwa's spring and switches will wear, and its grease will stiffen and/or collect dust/dirt, and get sticky/gritty.  It all depends on its use, abuse, and environment.  I've not yet had to adjust any leafs (joysticks or buttons) since I started installing them in custom controllers about a year and a half ago.  More often than not, I use them when they're game/era appropriate, versus just simply using the Sanwas that everybody clamors about in the fighting game forums.  I've never built a controller for the latest edition of Tekken where it would actually be game appropriate to use a Sanwa.  The only time I use any of the modern Japanese sticks, is when I don't have enough mounting depth in the enclosure that I'm using for a Western stick, and in that instance I'd use a Seimitsu LS-32 every day of the week over a Sanwa...and I'd replace the micro-switches with higher actuation force Cherry switches so it didn't feel like a toy.  I think people mostly use the Sanwas, again, as they're all they find people talking about on the internet (for modern fighting games), they have a very small "under-panel" profile, and they're inexpensive...even cheaper when buying a Chinese knock-off.  A single WICO will cost you about $50 with shipping for 1, and about $90 with shipping for 2...and most people simply can't afford them, and the tiny little enclosures they want to use can't accommodate them.  In the end its all a matter of personal preference, and what you can afford depending on your budget.  There is no right or wrong...except in the case of Robotron: 2084, where its wrong to use anything other than a pair of WICO heavy duty leaf-switch joysticks...just ask Eugene Jarvis.  ?

    Leave us not forget that leaf switch joysticks were pretty much all Eugene Jarvis had to choose from at the time. 2 years ago I built a twin stick with Wico joysticks and it is great for Robotron 2084, for a while, until my heavy hand slowly tweeks those switches to less than desired performance. Readjusting the switches fixes the problem until my next episode of overzealous play. Because of this I later built a twin stick with Sanwa JLW joysticks and now I only go back to the Wico twin stick now and then for short plays. Nostalgia reigns strong in this one. Pac-Man also originally used Wico sticks but does it play better than with micro switches? Putting nostagia to the side, for me the answer is no.

    The Official Sega Saturn Thread!

    in Classic Console Discussion

    Posted

    Viva le difference! I enjoy every system for one reason or another and love experiencing the nuances of the same game between platforms. Silhoutte Mirage and Grandia are two that come to mind. For the Saturn I have English Translated versions of Policenauts, Dragon Force II, Linkle Liver Story, Shining Force III Scenario 1, 2 & 3 that I believe are exclusive to the Saturn.

    The best Atari 7800 S-Video mod is the one best suited to your output device, i.e, TV/Monitor

    in Atari 7800

    Posted · Edited by cedropoole

    10 minutes ago, DrVenkman said:

    Go back and read the exact part I quoted and replied to, and then your own post in response. If anyone thinks they can speak for all, it would seem to be you.

    I speak of my personal experience but drVenkman knows what's true and will rudely tell you so. drVenkman likes to treat others on this forum with respect, like his comment to another member "Did you really need to quote the entire ordering info post to add one unsubstantiated opinion?" drVenkman is an asset to AtariAge!

    • Haha 1

    The best Atari 7800 S-Video mod is the one best suited to your output device, i.e, TV/Monitor

    in Atari 7800

    Posted · Edited by cedropoole

    I started out my Atari 7800 journey with RF output on a CRT and then graduated to the simple composite mod. Then came the Longhorn Engineering mod and now, the latest and greatest S-Video mods are the UAV and Magic Knight. If you search the net for the best Atari 7800 S-video mod what comes up hands down is that UAV is the best available. Beware CRT purists like myself because if you connect a UAV modded 7800 to a CRT you will be dissapointed. The Longhorn S-Video is simply stunning on my WEGA 36" CRT and along with progressive Line doubling even better. I own a UAV modded 7800 as well and It looks good on my LED flat panel but there is no question in my mind that the Longhorn mod on my CRT looks stunning compared to the UAV. The UAV mod does look better than the Longhorn on my modern flat panel but the Longhorn on CRT simply shines.

    • Sad 1

    The Official Sega Saturn Thread!

    in Classic Console Discussion

    Posted · Edited by cedropoole

    Unless you don't own a PS1, is there any real advantage to the Saturn English patched version over the already English language version that was released in 1999 on the PS1? I realize that this is a Saturn thread but come on, how many AtariAge users don't have both systems. I have both and the differences are minimal to me.

AtariAge
Forums
Store
General
Follow AtariAge

Copyright ©1998-2023 AtariAge

×
×
  • Create New...