Atarinvader #1 Posted February 29, 2004 Noticed someone is having trouble with their GP32, which got me thinking to ask a question that I have... I want one as an MP3 player (instead of an iPod), but I want to hook it up to my iMac. I know that there's a Mac -> GP32 link programme avaliable, but it doesn't yet support Panther (which I run), so can I just use a card reader to transfer files to and from it? And how good is the MP3 play back? And (last question) are any of the emulators working fully yet? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mayhem #2 Posted February 29, 2004 Yes, but I think you need the link program to install the Freelauncher file. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Atarinvader #3 Posted February 29, 2004 Yes, but I think you need the link program to install the Freelauncher file. So I could use a PC to do this (and it does what?), and then just use my Mac from then on in with a card reader? It think there's a UK company that has the system all set up for you. Maybe I should contact them... BTW Mayhem I just been reading your site and relised you used to write for Keiths' Retro Gamer fanzine. Are you on CCNUK? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Flack #4 Posted March 1, 2004 You don't need any of that stuff to play MP3's. An MP3 player is built into the GP32. Simply copy over the MP3's with a card reader like you mentioned and viola. The built in player is simplistic but it works, don't expect a lot of features. There's no way to "lock" the keys, so if you have the GP32 in your pocket you may hit a key and stop playback. Many of the emulators are up to snuff now. As I stated in the other thread, Atari 2600, 5200, Atari ST, C64, NES, SNES, Genesis, and other emulators all work great! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Atarinvader #5 Posted March 1, 2004 But will I need a link up to transfer games over? I think my girlfriend might be giving me here old iPod anyways, but I'd still like one. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mayhem #6 Posted March 1, 2004 BTW Mayhem I just been reading your site and relised you used to write for Keiths' Retro Gamer fanzine. Are you on CCNUK? No, but perhaps I should. Only so much time in the day sadly to devote to fun matters such as collecting. Speaking of which, I haven't spoken to Keith in ages, so perhaps I'll give him a call... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Atarinvader #7 Posted March 1, 2004 Tell you what mate, don't know what part of the 'Londish' area you are, but if you're my side we may get a few of us to go to the Meusem Of Computings' Videogames exhibition in Swindon. Looks like it could be a good laugh, and on Saturdays you can play! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mayhem #8 Posted March 1, 2004 Funny you mention that place, I was actually invited by them to give a speech for the opening of it but I had to decline as I wasn't able to make it there at the time they wanted me Swindon isn't that far from me I suppose, I'm very south London (just inside the M25) in location... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Atarinvader #9 Posted March 2, 2004 If you're up for it mate my email is [email protected] Could go this weekend if I've sorted out a house by then! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mayhem #10 Posted March 2, 2004 Most Saturdays are out this month, but we'll if I can wing something... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shannon #11 Posted March 4, 2004 I believe it is possible to install the freelauncher without a PC, you just need to create the proper directory structure in order for it to work. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
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