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  • Supporter Q&A #178

    Here's the Supporter Q&A from October 21st, 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

    00:10 Preserving modern roms

    04:15 Splitting a retro game signal to a CRT + Flat-panel

    08:26 Speaker wire / 2600 Flashback / PSP Consolizer

    13:04  https://www.retrorgb.com/zez-retro-interviews-steve-from-retro-tech.html

    13:12 Patreon Tiers

    17:43 Extron 201RXi Power SUpply Issues

    21:11 PCE Composite LUT:  https://www.dropbox.com/sh/k85u8w1j22ynkbv/AACA35Q0i0mCio3AjHLGRbQ0a?dl=0

    22:37 PC OS Tweaking to speed up games/emulation

    27:43 Magnavox Odyssey 1 cables and connections

    30:10 56k modem simulators???

    31:33 RGB Mod Atari 2600 with a SNES multi-out

    35:31 Force 4:3 mode on displays that don't support it

    40 min
  • Weekly Roundup #275

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    More info & link to video version: http://retrorgb.com/week275.html

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    00:00 Welcome!

    00:19 Wireless N64 Controller Receiver Bracket: https://www.retrorgb.com/wireless-n64-receiver-3d-printed-bracket.html

    02:59 JagNet Adapter: ​​https://www.retrorgb.com/jagnet-atari-jaguar-network-interface-adapter.html

    05:02 USB2DB15 CS: https://www.retrorgb.com/usb2db15-cs-ver-for-consolization.html

    06:48 Steve from Retro Tech interview: https://www.retrorgb.com/zez-retro-interviews-steve-from-retro-tech.html

    08:13 Switch Online Controllers: https://www.retrorgb.com/switch-online-genesis-n64-controllers-now-available-to-purchase.html

    12:11 Every Super Scope Game Reviewed: https://www.retrorgb.com/every-super-scope-compatible-game-reviewed.html

    15:16 GCVideo Firmware 3.1: https://www.retrorgb.com/gcvideo-firmware-3-1-released.html

    17:21 Interview with Axiom Verge Creator: https://www.retrorgb.com/interview-with-axiom-verge-creator-tom-happ.html

    19:56 Retro World Expo 2021: https://www.retrorgb.com/retro-world-expo-2021.html

    23 min
  • Axiom Verge Creator Tom Happ

    Here's an interview with Tom Happ, creator of the games Axiom Verge 1 & 2. Both are some of my favorite Metroidvania games and it was an honor to be able to interview the creator! We discussed a bit about his background and went in deep with some questions about the games - If you're a fan of the series, or just want to hear from the perspective of an accomplished indie game developer, definitely give this a listen! The interview is also available as a video - Links and more info here:  https://www.retrorgb.com/interview-with-axiom-verge-creator-tom-happ.html

    • Tom's main page:  https://www.thomashapp.com/
    • Get physical copies of Axiom Verge 1 & 2 here until October 31st:  https://limitedrungames.com/search?type=product,page&q=axiom%20verge%202*
    • Digital Copies of Axiom Verge 2 can be found here, with a PS5 version coming within a few months:
    • Switch:  https://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/axiom-verge-2-switch/
    • PS4:  https://store.playstation.com/en-us/concept/10003389/
    • Epic Games Store:  https://www.epicgames.com/store/en-US/p/axiom-verge-2
    • If you liked this video and want to see more like it, please consider supporting this channel via monthly support 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 

      T-Shirts:  https://retrorgb.link/tshirts 

      All equipment used to shoot this video can be found here:  http://retrorgb.link/amazon

      1 hr 8 min
    • Supporter Q&A #177

      Here's the Supporter Q&A from October 14th, 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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      Amazon Links to products I use: https://www.amazon.com/shop/retrorgb

      T-Shirts & Stuff: https://www.retrorgb.com/store.html

      TIMESTAMPS (please assume all links are affiliate links):

      00:00  Support Services:  https://www.retrorgb.com/support.html

      01:07 A new box for RF on Modern TV's?

      04:37 Some HDMI to VGA converters require power in certain setups.

      07:22 OSSC doubling PC VGA signals / Projection TV's / 720p calibration disc

      12:37 TTL Sync / Extron Crosspoint:  https://youtu.be/RSn7J6H_m7A /  https://www.retrorgb.com/csync.html

      17:35 CRT / high voltage HSTAT convergence part

      18:59 Crosspoint cap list

      20:17 240p Test Suite Monoscope Pattern CRT calibration

      21:26 Sega Triple Bypass PSG issues

      24:45 Component video to RGB to S-Video

      26:44 Uses for 240p test suite

      30:20 Cable strain relief

      32:39 RCA jack wear and tear

      34:41 Getting a laptop to display on a BVM for pixel art: https://youtu.be/nwNrqIjxBaA /  https://retrorgb.link/cheapdac

      39:19 Unmodified N64 to RGB setup?  https://www.retrorgb.com/n64rgbcompatible.html

      41:16 N64 - Is upgrading from composite to S-Video worth it on a CRT? Scroll down for S-Video cables:  https://www.retrorgb.com/n64.html

      47 min
    • Weekly Roundup #274

      Please consider supporting this channel via monthly support 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

      More info & link to video version: http://retrorgb.com/week274.html

      T-Shirts:  https://retrorgb.link/tshirts

      All equipment used to shoot this video can be found here:  http://retrorgb.link/amazon

      00:00 Welcome!

      00:50 Jaguar GameDrive Firmware: https://www.retrorgb.com/jaguar-gamedrive-firmware-v1-11-released.html

      06:32 SNES 240p Test Suite Update: https://www.retrorgb.com/240p-test-suite-new-snes-update-1-061-available.html

      08:03 XStation Firmware Update: https://www.retrorgb.com/xstation-firmware-v1-4-4.html

      09:29 PS1 Digital Resolution Database: https://www.retrorgb.com/ps1-digital-adds-optional-resolution-database.html

      13:05 RT5x 4:4:4 480p and New Scanlines: https://www.retrorgb.com/retrotink-5x-firmware-v-198.html

      18:12 Interview with MAME Developer: https://www.retrorgb.com/interview-with-david-mamehaze-haywood.html

      20:36 Super MIDI Pak Interview and Update: https://www.retrorgb.com/super-midi-pak-update-interview.html

      21:51 Near’s SNES Scans Found: https://www.retrorgb.com/600dpi-snes-box-cart-pcb-scans-found.html

      25:27 Retro World Expo:  https://twitter.com/RetroRGB/status/1447954263154597888

      27:06 Game Store Robbed:

      https://twitter.com/ffclassicgaming/status/1447172207097090050
      https://twitter.com/johntorn/status/1447691517649424388

      31 min
    • Interview with David 'mamehaze' Haywood

      Here's an interview with David Haywood aka MameHaze - A 20+ year veteran of the MAME development scene. This was a casual conversation about David's history in the scene, how development's changed from 1999 until now and just the overall state of the MAME project. It was an absolute pleasure talking with him and I hope this is the first of many chats like this one. The interview is available as audio and video files attached to this post and will be on all major podcast networks.

      Here's where to find David:

      • YouTube (main channel for streaming): https://www.youtube.com/mamehaze
      • Twitter (progress pictures, more general communication): https://twitter.com/mamehaze
      • Old website with yearly updates: https://mamedev.emulab.it/haze/
      • Backup Streaming Service: https://www.twitch.tv/mamehaze
      • Official MAME Homepage: https://www.mamedev.org/
      • We also discussed a "found" Dreamworks game and you can see footage of it in the following video: https://youtu.be/_wkWmCQmhps

        The interview is also available as a video.  More info and links on the main page:  https://www.retrorgb.com/interview-with-david-mamehaze-haywood.html

        Please consider supporting this channel via monthly support 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

        All equipment used to shoot this video can be found here:  https://www.amazon.com/shop/retrorgb

        T-Shirts:  https://www.retrorgb.com/store.html

        1 hr 38 min
      • Supporter Q&A #176

        Here's the Supporter Q&A from October 7th, 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

        View this as a video:  https://www.youtube.com/retrorgb

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        TIMESTAMPS (please assume all links are affiliate links):

        00:00 Welcome

        00:12 Why do light guns only work with SNAC adapters on MiSTer

        02:10 Original PS2 games on unmodded different region consoles using FMCBoot & MechaPwn:  https://youtu.be/BzKVcpjugCE

        02:39 Which version of the 240p test suite to set geometry on a CRT?

        06:15 What aspect ratio to set the Wii when using RT5x?

        07:57 Can you use the multi-out AND RCA composite jack from an original PS1 at the same time?

        10:41 What to document when finding something new?: http://gamesniped.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/Original-Nintendo-Controller-Chair1.jpg

        12:11 Why don't more people use Sega Model 2/3 arcade boards with superguns?

        13:31 Get analog audio from a RT5x:  https://www.amazon.com/shop/retrorgb?listId=2IUZDPTUCALQJ

        15:02 PSU for Open MVS:  https://www.retrorgb.com/openmvs.html

        15:56 Hot air rework station:  https://amzn.to/3iGIq3k

        16:59 Some thoughts on adhesive on large caps in products.

        21:41 Best way to connect an x68k and all it's resolutions to a flat panel?:  https://www.retrorgb.com/hd15-2-scart-adapter.html

        23:23 SNES corrupting game saves?:  https://www.retrorgb.com/quality-psus-for-classic-consoles.html

        25:05 Status of video upgrades for non 1-CHIP SNES consoles.

        27:27 Framemeister HDMI port lag / Extron crosspoints:  https://youtu.be/7VOsOuQ5mhM?t=359

        29:26 Cool NES mods? New 72-pin connector? RF box replacement:  https://www.retrorgb.com/no-cut-nes-front-loader-nesrgb-installation-kit-available.html

        34:07 Component to S-Video?

        37:02 Any preferred model for a GBAz?

        38:14 Saturn video dropouts / reflow multi-out.

        41:15 Dreamcast issues when converting to component video.

        45:32 Game Gear RGB mod for use with HD Retrovision cables?

        47:17 Recommendations for S-Video cables?

        50 min
      • Weekly Roundup #273

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        More info & link to video version: http://retrorgb.com/week273.html

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        00:00 Welcome!

        00:35 New Amstrad Mega PC Video Output / Sound Card: https://www.retrorgb.com/new-amstrad-mega-pc-video-output-sound-card.html

        04:10 GBA Motherboard Reverse Engineered: https://www.retrorgb.com/gba-motherboard-reverse-engineered.html

        07:41 New MiSTer Updater: https://www.retrorgb.com/new-mister-updater.html

        09:53 MiSTer Multisystem: https://www.retrorgb.com/mister-multisystem-case-i-o-board-released.html

        12:59 Simpsons, G.I. Joe, Sunset Riders & TMNT Arcade Board Cases: https://www.retrorgb.com/new-metal-plexi-cases-from-scanline-city.html

        15:46 Axiom verge 2 Physical Copies: https://www.retrorgb.com/axiom-verge-2-physical-copies-available-for-pre-order.html

        18:08 A Game Dev’s Perspective on Upscaling Pixel Art: https://www.retrorgb.com/upscaling-from-the-perspective-of-my-own-pixel-game-art.html

        20:48 Use PS4/5 controllers on PS1/2: https://www.retrorgb.com/psunoretro-interest-check-bluetooth-controllers-on-ps1-2.html

        23:52 Sonic Hacking Contest 2021: https://www.retrorgb.com/sonic-hacking-contest-2021-is-here.html

        26 min
      • Supporter Q&A #175

        Here's the Supporter Q&A from September 30th, 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 Hello!
        00:09 Will a VGA extension cable add lag or affect picture quality?:  https://www.amazon.com/shop/retrorgb?listId=H10S69UEYW
        01:28 gcompsw 8x2 component video switch:  http://bit.ly/gcompsw
        03:08 Are there any quality differences between JP21 and SCART?
        04:30 Why don't Nintendo or Sega make official captridge repos for retro consoles?
        08:33 SCART sync voltage, testing voltage on an oscilloscope:  https://www.retrorgb.com/oscilloscope.html
        14:21 Power Dremcast & DreamPi from the same PSU?
        15:36 Heat issues with PS3 & Kallax?
        17:49 Desoldering gun tips. Here's the one I use: https://amzn.to/2TwoKk6  /  More tools suggestions: https://www.retrorgb.com/tools.html
        24:11 CRT aspect ratio / dot clock: http://www.firebrandx.com/downloads/ConsoleDotClockExamples.png
        29:07 Convert Saturn games to work on Fenrir? Japanese PS2 games on other PS2's via FreeMcBoot and OPL.
        34:22 AC "Y" cable, power conditioner:  https://www.amazon.com/shop/retrorgb?listId=1BIIRNU70ADRR

        40 min
      • Weekly Roundup #272

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        00:00 Welcome!

        00:20 Cruis'n Blast: https://www.retrorgb.com/cruisn-blast-on-switch-reviewed-looks-awesome.html

        01:58 Remute Cartridge Albums: https://www.retrorgb.com/remutes-living-electronics-game-boy-album-now-available.html

        04:39 Project Nested: https://www.retrorgb.com/project-nested-play-nes-games-on-snes.html

        09:01 N64 & Genesis 3-button bluetooth controllers: https://www.retrorgb.com/nintendo-announces-n64-genesis-bluetooth-switch-controllers.html

        11:45 RT5x Pre-orders: https://www.retrorgb.com/4th-round-of-retrotink-5x-orders.html

        13:50 Genesis SotN, Star Fox, Homebrew: https://www.retrorgb.com/genesis-megadrive-homebrew-symphony-of-the-night-gg-shinobi-starfox-and-more.html

        16:27 History of the N64: https://www.retrorgb.com/the-history-of-the-nintendo-64-by-historicnerd.html

        17:20 Retrofighters BladeGC Controller: https://www.retrorgb.com/retro-fighters-bladegc-controller-pre-order.html

        19:45 SFC Smoke Clear shells: https://www.retrorgb.com/super-famicom-pal-snes-smoke-shells-pre-order.html

        26 min

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