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I make great efforts to keep the content on RetroRGB positive, but doing the right thing often requires discussing the negativities people might run into.  I know the unfortunate consequences of that is content that's less easy to digest, but we have a serious problem in the retro gaming world:  Cloning.  Today, I'm joined by Nick from HD Retrovision to discuss why clone companies don't get shut down, what's the difference between cloning and just building a competing product and how open source might play into that.  The second half of the podcast moved onto discussing part shortages, the future of HD Retrovision and other random topics that popped up.  This is also available as a video:  https://www.retrorgb.com/discussing-clone-companies-with-nick-from-hd-retrovision.html

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P.S.  In my 10+ years of running RetroRGB.com, there's been one consistent response whenever negativity is discussed:  Many listeners send their personal anger my way.  That's fine, I'm used to it - But after you're done venting, take a deep breath and remember:  If you didn't know the product you purchased was a clone, it's not your fault.  You don't need to feel anger or resentment toward yourself or even the clone company.  Just make your best effort to use this as a learning experience and decide for yourself what you think is okay or not.

00:00 Clone Company Tactics

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TIMESTAMPS (please assume all links are affiliate links):

00:00 Welcome

00:39  Virtual Tap missing row of pixels?

01:22  The Sofia mod is for the Atari 5200, NOT the 7800 - That mod is in-progress.

02:04  PS2 HDMI mod force 480p?

05:30  Time Sleuth to test composite video (cvbs):  https://retrorgb.link/cheapdac  /  https://youtu.be/j83rP6xNQm0

09:19  Help with RetroRGB, what happens to it after the wiki launches?

15:49  PS3 and Xbox 360 through the RetroTINK 5x

20:19  Battery charging and replacement questions

25:00  Unshielded passthrough cables / Dolby Pro Logic through modern receivers

28:34  Classic consoles on TFT monitors:  https://youtu.be/iLkN2AZLBMA

31:43  VGA to Component Converters:  https://ebay.us/Zivdfj

34:01  Capture card for RT5x

37:51  Genesis / Mega Drive region mod

40:04  Why didn’t the N64 have 2D games, homebrew on obscure consoles

43:59  Time Sleuth Question:  https://www.retrorgb.com/timesleuth.html

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00:00 RWX Recap: https://laserbear.net/shop/ols/products/laser-bear-official-hoodie

03:19 Retro Console/Computer/Culture Scans: https://www.retrorgb.com/retro-scans-galore.html

05:48 N64 Switch Online Controller with Real Hardware: https://www.retrorgb.com/use-n64-switch-online-controller-with-real-hardware.html

07:19 NBA Jam Documentary: https://www.retrorgb.com/nba-jam-te-documentary.html

09:59 Vectorlink: https://www.retrorgb.com/vectorlink-vectrex-multi-controller-adapter.html

13:12 GC Loader Write Support: https://www.retrorgb.com/swiss-and-gc-loader-updates-improve-write-support.html

16:11 Color fix for all RGB bypasses Genesis consoles: https://www.retrorgb.com/fix-for-all-rgb-bypassed-sega-genesis.html

20:06 Sakura Wars GB: English Translation: https://www.retrorgb.com/sakura-wars-gb-english-translation.html

22:23 Interview With The Handlebar Gamer: https://www.retrorgb.com/interview-with-the-handlebar-gamer.html

24:17 PS5 Jailbreak / Team Xecuter Arrest: https://www.retrorgb.com/modern-console-jailbreak-news.html

30:39 Background?

I recently did an interview with Ron aka The Handlebar Gamer:  A retro gaming fan (with multiple complete collections!), streamer, classic car aficionado and body builder.  Ron was super easy to talk to and hopefully you'll find the conversation just as easy to listen to!  This is also available as a video:  https://www.retrorgb.com/interview-with-the-handlebar-gamer.html

YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/c/TheHandlebarGamer

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Here's the Supporter Q&A from November 4th, 2021. All comments and questions are fielded through the support service Q&A page.   Please consider supporting this channel via monthly services, tips, or even just by using our affiliate links to purchase things you were already going to buy anyway, at no extra cost to you:  https://www.retrorgb.com/support.html

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TIMESTAMPS (please assume all links are affiliate links):

00:00 Welcome

00:45 CRT Database on wiki?

03:35 2-Player SNAC for Light Guns

07:01 Ikagami/JVC PVM thoughts

10:58 5v vs 3.3v

17:35 Virtual tap missing row of pixels?:  https://youtu.be/xInEd8lqfQ0

20:27 Questions for building a new retro gaming setup.

27:04 Funtastic N64's have sharper S-Video?:  https://www.tapatalk.com/groups/nintendo_64_forever/do-funtastic-consoles-have-better-video-display-t2744.html

30:25 HDMI to Composite

35:26 Atari 7800 ans NES HDMI Mods

38:12 RT5x Aspect Ratio Options

41:09 N64 Controller questions

44:31 Hi-Def NES, UltraHDMI, Super NT into RT5x: retrorgb.link/cheapdac

46:42 Upgrading a crosspoint / 30fps to 60fps / Wii Flicker Filter

50:09 HDMI Switch:  https://shmups.system11.org/viewtopic.php?f=6&t=63585

52:11 GBS-C 480p Output

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00:00 See you this weekend!: https://retroworldexpo.com/

01:02 NES Music Video Album: https://www.retrorgb.com/nes-music-video-album-kickstartersergio-elisondos-you-are-error.html

02:16 Sega Channel Homebrew: https://www.retrorgb.com/sega-channel-revival-homebrew-released.html

04:30 N64d Livestream: https://www.retrorgb.com/n64-digital-deep-dive-featuring-pixelfx.html

05:57 N64 Getting Started: https://www.retrorgb.com/getting-started-with-the-nintendo-64.html

11:57 RT5x In Stock: https://www.retrorgb.com/5th-round-of-retrotink-5x-orders.html

13:38 Clint Cronin Interview: https://www.retrorgb.com/podcast-with-clint-cronin.html

17:31 UltraHDMI Firmware Update: https://www.retrorgb.com/new-ultrahdmi-firmware-v109.html

21:12 Switch Online N64 Controller works with some Switch games: https://twitter.com/RetroRGB/status/1455290248129351680

I recently had the pleasure of interviewing Clint Cronin: Jiu Jitsu Black belt, instructor, IT professional and retro gaming enthusiast into console restorations, repairs and no cut / reversible modification.  This was more of a casual chat / podcast than a formal interview, but I really enjoyed discussing everything from our favorite new stuff in the retro gaming scene, his impressive history as a martial arts pro and everything in-between.  I hope we get to do this again at some point, as there's a bunch of stuff I'll be following up on, that I'd be interested in his perspective.  The interview is also available as a video, more info here:  https://www.retrorgb.com/podcast-with-clint-cronin.html

Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/clintcronin/

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Here's the Supporter Q&A from October 28th, 2021. All comments and questions are fielded through the support service Q&A page.   Please consider supporting this channel via monthly services, tips, or even just by using our affiliate links to purchase things you were already going to buy anyway, at no extra cost to you:  https://www.retrorgb.com/support.html

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TIMESTAMPS (please assume all links are affiliate links):

00:00 Welcome

00:15 Component video distribution amp

02:05 Case/shell upgrade for the OpenMVS

06:23  Analogue DAC sync issues on JVC monitor:  https://www.retrorgb.com/beware-of-analogue-dac-scart-cables.html

10:01 Can you use RF and composite video at the same time from the same console?

12:00 PS3 preventative maintenance

15:40  Sync "quality", tips for game collections in a small apartment:  https://youtu.be/RSn7J6H_m7A

18:54  Play SNES ROMHack:  https://youtu.be/7Wmm-gZiwhU  /  https://retrorgb.link/sneseverdrive

21:27  Extron Crosspoint to Datapath Vision:  https://amzn.to/3bjfcTV  /  https://ebay.us/lDhaDh

https://www.retrorgb.com/datapathcapture.html  /  https://youtu.be/9s82C26vPyc

23:40 Use Mac monitors for retro gaming?

25:14 Will widescreen SNES games ever be playable on real hardware? Favorite other YouTubers?

31:25  SNES RGB Cables:  https://www.retrorgb.com/snescsync.html  /  https://www.retrorgb.com/systems.html

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00:00 Welcome!

00:22 ForeverPak 64: https://www.retrorgb.com/forever-pak-n64-memory-card.html

02:29 Sega Mega Mouse: https://www.retrorgb.com/the-sega-mouse-a-look-at-every-compatible-game.html

04:45 Transparent SFC/Genesis Shell Update: https://www.retrorgb.com/clear-rgr-shells-progress-update.html

08:09 Doom 32X ‘Resurrection’ Patch Released: https://www.retrorgb.com/doom-32x-resurrection-patch-released.html

10:10 Homebrew BVM Wired Remote: https://www.retrorgb.com/bkm-10irduino-remote-for-sony-bvm-monitors.html

12:34 Interview With Shank Mods: https://www.retrorgb.com/interview-with-shank-mods.html

14:35 Nitro DS Software: https://www.retrorgb.com/nitro-ds-emulator-a-look-at-the-dev-software.html

17:09 New MiSTer SNAC Adapter: https://www.retrorgb.com/mister-snac-adapter-now-available-with-a-case.html

20:28 Retro World in less than two weeks!: https://www.retrorgb.com/retro-world-expo-2021.html

21:01 Green screen?

I recently did an interview with Shank: A console-to-handheld modder, YouTuber and member of the new company 4 Layer Tech; The team who created the ForeverPak 64. It was impressive to hear the lengths Shank and his friends had gone through to reverse engineer the Wii and to make brand new products for it! I really think anyone who loves tech would enjoy this interview and hearing the behind the scenes perspective! The interview is also available as a video, more info here:  https://www.retrorgb.com/interview-with-shank-mods.html

Shank's YouTube Channel:  https://www.youtube.com/shankmods

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