BigO Posted June 19, 2007 Share Posted June 19, 2007 [...] (and I know many want to know what pins are the stereo outputs on the FB2)[...]Curt You can count me in on that. An hour of staring at that circuit board under a magnifier was about all I could handle. For all I knew I was looking in a dark room for a black cat that wasn't there. Again, waiting patiently. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atwwong Posted June 19, 2007 Share Posted June 19, 2007 Thanks for the info (again), Curt! Looking forward to hearing from Atari (or you, if they won't produce it )! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atariboy Posted June 19, 2007 Share Posted June 19, 2007 (edited) How come people are saying the button is on the wrong side? Looks like every other controller I've ever used with a d-pad on it. Is it because you use your right hand on a 2600 joystick? I don't see how that would apply to completely different controllers with a d-pad. Or are a few of you left handed and don't like the normal way? Anyways, it looks great and I'm looking forward to it. One question though that I don't think has been asked, will it have a built in rechargeable battery and ship with a charger like most modern handhelds do? Edited June 19, 2007 by Atariboy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mimo Posted June 19, 2007 Share Posted June 19, 2007 Is it because you use your right hand on a 2600 joystick? yep, for nearly 30 years I really have a problem adapting! I't won't stop me from buying though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest moonshot22 Posted June 19, 2007 Share Posted June 19, 2007 (edited) This is coolest thing since the Atari's original release! Good to hear there will be an A/V output and 2mb of flash is perfect! Curt, have you have been tweeking the chip for compatability to play such games as Pitfall II? Does the architecture allow for memory allocation to play ram+ games? If so, this will open up exciting possibilities for homebrewers! Will the made for FB2 games such as Adventure II, and Yars Return be released with the portable? Is there some way to control the volume output? Edited June 19, 2007 by moonshot22 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fort Apocalypse Posted June 19, 2007 Share Posted June 19, 2007 (edited) Would also be nice if it has a DC in (power) so don't have to use batteries when using at home. Could reuse the same transformer as the one for the flashback 2. Also was wondering how easy it will be to see the screen when two people are using, and whether the unit gets jostled around too much to view the built-in screen when both controllers are attached. I'm so excited about the AV out! Definitely getting one to use at home! (want to play fishing derby and indy500 with my family, and indiana jones on my own! ) Edited June 19, 2007 by Fort Apocalypse Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbanes Posted June 19, 2007 Share Posted June 19, 2007 Curt, have you have been tweeking the chip for compatability to play such games as Pitfall II? I doubt that Pitfall II will ever work. The game had a coprocessor chip that did all the calculations for sound and graphics. Without that chip, the game won't work. Since supporting the chip would add significant cost to the unit, I wouldn't count on seeing support for Pitfall II. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
n8littlefield Posted June 19, 2007 Share Posted June 19, 2007 What type of battery is this using? How's the battery life? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nathanallan Posted June 19, 2007 Share Posted June 19, 2007 I think Curt mentioned early on that there won't be a rechargeable battery to keep costs down. I then figured that there could be an aftermarket or homebrew rechargeable battery that could replace it. It's been done with the gameboy, so too easy. I can't wait to get mine! Nathan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mos6507 Posted June 19, 2007 Share Posted June 19, 2007 How come people are saying the button is on the wrong side? Looks like every other controller I've ever used with a d-pad on it. Is it because you use your right hand on a 2600 joystick? I don't see how that would apply to completely different controllers with a d-pad. Or are a few of you left handed and don't like the normal way? Using your right hand for the fire button is more important when you have more than one button. With just one button, your left thumb is more than adequate, and gives you greater control over movement by using your right thumb on the D-pad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
espire8 Posted June 19, 2007 Share Posted June 19, 2007 How come people are saying the button is on the wrong side? Looks like every other controller I've ever used with a d-pad on it. Is it because you use your right hand on a 2600 joystick? I don't see how that would apply to completely different controllers with a d-pad. Or are a few of you left handed and don't like the normal way? Using your right hand for the fire button is more important when you have more than one button. With just one button, your left thumb is more than adequate, and gives you greater control over movement by using your right thumb on the D-pad. Good piont. I must agree with you on that. I problably would'nt have figured until I were actualy playing with my very single-button trigger finger. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Curt Vendel Posted June 20, 2007 Author Share Posted June 20, 2007 That's a pretty standard setup that just about all companies use, right from the original Gameboy's and up, left dpad, right buttons. Unit will run on 3 AAA batteries with 15hr run-time. Curt How come people are saying the button is on the wrong side? Looks like every other controller I've ever used with a d-pad on it. Is it because you use your right hand on a 2600 joystick? I don't see how that would apply to completely different controllers with a d-pad. Or are a few of you left handed and don't like the normal way? Anyways, it looks great and I'm looking forward to it. One question though that I don't think has been asked, will it have a built in rechargeable battery and ship with a charger like most modern handhelds do? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Curt Vendel Posted June 20, 2007 Author Share Posted June 20, 2007 Yes, there is a volume knob to control the internal speaker and AV audio output (for TV or headphones) Pitfall II, no sorry, it does not work. Can't really comment on included games right now. Curt This is coolest thing since the Atari's original release! Good to hear there will be an A/V output and 2mb of flash is perfect! Curt, have you have been tweeking the chip for compatability to play such games as Pitfall II? Does the architecture allow for memory allocation to play ram+ games? If so, this will open up exciting possibilities for homebrewers! Will the made for FB2 games such as Adventure II, and Yars Return be released with the portable? Is there some way to control the volume output? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Helmet Posted June 20, 2007 Share Posted June 20, 2007 (edited) the fire button is on the wrong side Looks like every other d-pad controller set up out there (other than the ones that allow you to flip the console upside down like the Lynx) Can't really comment on included games right now. Curt Maybe we'll finally get fixed versions of Asteroids Deluxe and Space Duel Edited June 20, 2007 by Lord Helmet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mos6507 Posted June 20, 2007 Share Posted June 20, 2007 Unit will run on 3 AAA batteries with 15hr run-time. 15hrs with the backlight on?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwinChargers Posted June 20, 2007 Share Posted June 20, 2007 Unit will run on 3 AAA batteries with 15hr run-time. 15hrs with the backlight on?? This tread is amazing! When exactly could we see this on the store shelves? I know you said that you couldn't discuss what games will be available for it, and that is ok, but can you say roughly how many will be available? I know it was discussed earlier in the tread, but what systems will this new flashback support? And fianlly Curt, from all of us Atari fans out there, a giant THANK YOU!! This is something we've been waiting for years to purchase. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alex_79 Posted June 20, 2007 Share Posted June 20, 2007 There will be an AV out on the NTSC units Does this mean that all units have a NTSC chip inside and use NTSC roms, right? The AV-OUT would be useful for two-players games or when using paddles. I hope that the connector could be easily installed on the european units (the lines should be there, I think) so it can be connected by using a NTSC to PAL adapter or a multistandard TV. I like the case design. I can't wait to buy one! :thumbsup: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+LS650 Posted June 20, 2007 Share Posted June 20, 2007 If I could post just one tiny, eensie weensie criticism? Where is the faux woodgrain? C'mon, you need at least a thin stripe of fake woodgrain to give it that authentic 70s appeal! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EricDeLee Posted June 20, 2007 Share Posted June 20, 2007 That's a pretty standard setup that just about all companies use, right from the original Gameboy's and up, left dpad, right buttons. Unit will run on 3 AAA batteries with 15hr run-time. Curt More battery life than the Lynx and the TG Express. I'm not going to complain about that! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Nathan Strum Posted June 20, 2007 Share Posted June 20, 2007 Using your right hand for the fire button is more important when you have more than one button. With just one button, your left thumb is more than adequate, and gives you greater control over movement by using your right thumb on the D-pad. Exactly. 2600 games require more precise movement control than button-mashers. I've found when I try to use left-handed-D-pads for 2600 games (the Activition Anthologies, for example), it's like trying to control the game with my elbow or something. I've even tried playing cross-handed, but that doesn't work. 26 years of muscle memory is difficult to overcome. That's a pretty standard setup that just about all companies use, right from the original Gameboy's and up, left dpad, right buttons. I understand. The product has to be made to appeal to the masses. Greatest common denominator and all that. A flippable Lynx-like setup sure would have been nice, though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
espire8 Posted June 20, 2007 Share Posted June 20, 2007 Well, one can still be hopeful. The final design has not been settled yet, I think. So maybe it's still open to some cosmetic design alterations? My vote goes to D-pad right, Button left. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fort Apocalypse Posted June 21, 2007 Share Posted June 21, 2007 I'm so excited. This is going to be so awesome! So does that mean there will not be DC power in? If you had it, a lot of folks on car trips could use the cigarette lighters and adapters. That way, it could dual marketed as home console. Having batteries only at least in a TV games unit is my biggest pet peeve (which is why I only have one of the Jakks units). I'm seriously anal-retentive when it comes to removing batteries to avoid corrosion since I had most of my stuff as a kid go bad because I didn't remove the batteries. I know it might be too late for DC in, and I understand this is a portable unit and not meant to be another home console, but still, if possible- I think it would be a huge gain, even if you had to send off to Atari to get the transformer. That's a pretty standard setup that just about all companies use, right from the original Gameboy's and up, left dpad, right buttons. Unit will run on 3 AAA batteries with 15hr run-time. Curt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaguar_fan Posted June 21, 2007 Share Posted June 21, 2007 okay, here are some shots of the first article sample unit... Curt Curt, great job!! This is sooo cool Can´t wait until I can buy one, or maybe better two Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nathanallan Posted June 21, 2007 Share Posted June 21, 2007 okay, here are some shots of the first article sample unit... Curt Curt, great job!! This is sooo cool Can´t wait until I can buy one, or maybe better two I'm definitely getting two for networking experiments. I love this stuff! The FB2P looks great! I hope the final product has the orange ring around the d-pad on either side it's on. Nathan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+karri Posted June 21, 2007 Share Posted June 21, 2007 I'm definitely getting two for networking experiments. I love this stuff! Networking? How? The second joystick connector could perhaps be used for input but how would you do the output from the FB2? Can some pin in the joystick port be configured as an output? -- Karri Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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