Arcade & Retro Repairs & Mods, all new recipe, with no added MSG...

MrVestek · 11-12-2022 05:15PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119982977#Comment_119982977

Thanks! Turns out it's just the Tekken Tag board being a bit weird.

Hooked up the Naomi setup there earlier and everything looks fine. I guess Tekken Tag has always just looked a bit washed out and I've never noticed before.

MrVestek · 11-12-2022 05:20PM

Also... I built an RS485 interface for OpenJVS earlier today.

This will (eventually) enable me to use AimTrak guns and my steering wheel setup natively on the Naomi so that I can play Crazy Taxi, Confidential Mission etc.

I'm using Chunskin's WiPi Netbooter Raspberry Pi image with built in OpenJVS to pull this off. Not sure if it's completely evident from the image here but I created a cable that taps 5v on the Naomi 2 board to power the Pi4 via GPIO pins, and have an RS485 module attached to the Pi that's translating inputs on the fly to the JVS interface on the Naomi 2.

Quite a handy setup really. This Pi is also connected to the same network as the NetDimm on the Naomi 2 via Wifi so that it can push game images to it over the network.

Played a bit of Crazy Taxi earlier via an Xbox 360 controller and it worked like a charm. Can't wait to get the racing sim setup hooked up so that I can play Initial D! :-)

KeRbDoG · 11-12-2022 09:01PM

I've yet to test out a lightgun or the flightsim on the Naomi with OpenJVS.

18 Wheeler didn't play nice for some reason.

The 'WiPi Netbooter' I believe will change the OpenJVS config depending on the game launched.

MrVestek · 12-12-2022 10:16AM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119985123#Comment_119985123

I've found that sometimes it can get stuck and you have to push the config manually. That's probably what's happening with 18 Wheeler.

KeRbDoG · 14-12-2022 05:36PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119983118#Comment_119983118

Now for more cowbell/photo;

Yes, that is a janky applied Brother type label to remind me what power range of an adapter I can use :D I think I can use center or postive center adapter too.

80s Synth Pop · 15-12-2022 09:50AM

I believe 19 wheeler is fixed with the latest multibios. Old multibios was based off hotd2 beta. New multibios is based off the latest official bios.

KeRbDoG · 15-12-2022 12:31PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119998891#Comment_119998891

I actually don't know what BIOS I'm currently using on my N2. Need to check

80s Synth Pop · 15-12-2022 12:40PM

Here is a link to the latest. It's fairly recent and resolves a lot of issues with the old multi bios such as with atomiswave conversions:

https://www.arcade-projects.com/threads/naomi-multi-bios-fixed-with-proper-bootstrap.14842/

Inviere · 15-12-2022 05:31PM

PC Engine Interface Unit RGB Mod complete, I didn't plan the cabling properly the first time and had an absolute 'mare trying to fit everything back in because of the thicker shielded/sleeved audio cable (this was recommended due to inherant hum with these units.)

I ended up caving and abandoned it last night, and redid the whole thing today with more forethought in the wiring lengths etc.

I'll throw a thread up tomorrow, happy with the results but I struggle to photo screens properly so it looks better in person. Also realised my Cdrom2 wouldn't spin up for a few mins, so the caps on it are likely in dire need of replacements. There's ALWAYS something...

Inviere · 16-12-2022 06:52PM

DE10 repair log for anyone who doesn't check the main page of the forum https://www.boards.ie/discussion/2058276071/knock-knock-whos-there-mister-mister-who

Inviere · 16-12-2022 06:53PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120000729#Comment_120000729

Thread up - https://www.boards.ie/discussion/2058276009/pc-engine-interface-unit-rgb-mod

KeRbDoG · 22-12-2022 06:55PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119999548#Comment_119999548

Cheers for the link/reminder.

Cracked out the EmbeddedComputers(.net) programmer and programmed a new EPROM for the Naomi2. I didn't have any real issues with anything else NetDimm Atomiswave (though I had the relay), but sure it's updated now.

Inviere · 06-01-2023 09:28PM

Just wondering if anyone here has the ability to burn/supply an Amiga rom chip for me? It's absolutely nuts what has happened with Amiga licensing, and there doesn't appear to be a single legitimate way to buy a license for the version I want....

KeRbDoG · 07-01-2023 10:23AM

Interested what beyond what you can buy in stores below, you'd might be after;

https://sordan.ie/search/?q=Kickstart&sort=name_a_z&view=icons&count=all

Inviere · 07-01-2023 11:10AM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120077602#Comment_120077602

Yeah I've checked Sordan, 3.2 and 3.1 only...no 3.1.4 other than a rom burning service whereby you need to provide a license as proof of purchase (which you can't purchase anymore).

I've messaged him through his site and through his eBay page for any other options, but like the majority of messages to him, they've gone ignored. Cheers the tip though

The Last Bandit · 07-01-2023 12:19PM

Do you absolutely need to burn new roms ? Its nearly always a better option to softkick newer ROMS, 3.1.4.1 and 3.2.1 are both missing modules that cause problems with older OS versions if you're likely to be jumping between versions (they load these missing modules from disk on boot).

Also running the kickstart from RAM is alot faster so better Workbench performance. For ACA cards you can use its maprom feature or skick if you've got a TF or other type of card.

Inviere · 07-01-2023 12:54PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120077953#Comment_120077953

Softkicking, didn't even know it was a thing tbh. Just chatting to Steve about 3.1.4 and he mentions similar, 3.1.4 comes with its own issues, so perhaps trusty 3.1 will fit the bill after all. I've read elsewhere that 3.2 chews up a lot of ram, which on something like a 600 with basic expansions, isn't ideal.

Do you mean AGA, or is ACA a thing on expansion cards? If the former, this is a 600 with the ECS chipset, so no AGA this time around.

The Last Bandit · 07-01-2023 02:07PM

3.1 is fine for a 600, the newer releases really just bring enhancements for Workbench & productivity stuff rather than games.

have a look at the BestWB setups , they automate and preload a lot of useful stuff

ACA are the accelerators by Individual Computers, good but expensive

KeRbDoG · 24-01-2023 06:53PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120078043#Comment_120078043

Just notice someone in Ireland on eBay offering to burn Kickstart 3.1.4 if you still had a need/want;

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/113455675721

Inviere · 24-01-2023 08:19PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120152457#Comment_120152457

Cheers kerb, though @Steve X2 was able to point me in the right direction. I've since changed my mind and will go with 3.1 now too.

Been meaning to ask here actually, is a stock A600 with its 68k cpu truly sufficient for whdload games? Am I likely to run into compatibility issues on the stock cpu? If so, is the Furia 020 a good option does anyone know? I really don't want to soup up a 600 to silly levels, and just want an enjoyable but compatible whdload setup (obviously aga excluded)

Steve X2 · 24-01-2023 09:01PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120152905#Comment_120152905

I would say that its not that enjoyable to use the basic A600 for whdload(I did for a long time). I stuck in a FuriaEC020 along with 1MB of extra chip memory in the trapdoor(with a clock) and its a completely different machine. The Furia itself comes with 9.5MB of Fast Ram, that paired with the 1MB of extra Chip RAM and its a very decent machine for relatively low money spent on upgrades.

I picked up my Furia from lotharek.pl for about €100.

Inviere · 25-01-2023 07:17AM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120153156#Comment_120153156

Cheers Steve, that's more or less what I'm thinking. I have the 1MB trapdoor ram here and ready to go, but I was mulling over something like the 608 Mini, which is a clip on fastram upgrade to 8MB (so 8MB fast, and 2MB chip). The 608 Mini doesn't upgrade the cpu though, so what's left is still the basic 68k. I think I'll go the Furia 020 route....did you have any compatibility issues with it and your cf/sd setup?

Steve X2 · 25-01-2023 10:16AM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120154289#Comment_120154289

I've not had any real compatibility issues with the games and utils I've run. I think maybe I had to disable the FPU for some older games or utilities I was using, but that was a quick temporary change using the FuriaTune tool. CF/SD IDE speed is also greatly improved when the "ide speed up function" is enabled and I've not had any compatibility issues with that and just leave it on.

If you need to use the PCMCIA slot you have to do a reboot holding CTRL+A+A for 3 seconds to disable a small portion of the memory on the Furia.

http://www.kuchinka.cz/furia/

Inviere · 25-01-2023 10:21AM

OK, I'm sold. Cheers Steve 👍

Steve X2 · 25-01-2023 10:32AM

You'll need to decide if you want the active or passive cooled version. I went with passive as I decided I could always add a fan later. But so far I run at 33Mhz and its not been an issue.

Inviere · 25-01-2023 12:42PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120154832#Comment_120154832

I'd lean towards passive cooling in this case, I can't imagine switching an Amiga 600 on and hearing a fan...wouldnt be right 🙂 but as you say, the fan can be added in later if needs be.

Inviere · 10-02-2023 06:07PM

Took a chance on a water damaged GBA SP there, no joy. Both fuses testing fine, EM8 testing fine, I did find and bypassed a corroded trace thinking that must be it...but alas no, no charging, no power, and with the multimeter on x2 separate ground points on the pcb I'm reading 5v....so I'm assuming a short to ground somewhere, likely inside the charging IC. Board completely cleaned and visually inspected for shorts, but nothing. Rest in Peace little GBA....

Inviere · 13-02-2023 02:33PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120154767#Comment_120154767

Finally got some time to look at the Amiga 600 today. The Furia does NOT like my Sandisk Extreme 32GB sd-card at all unfortunately. Have ordered a Sandisk Evo Plus instead. So now, we wait....

I was able to boot the Amiga with the Furia installed using a workbench floppy, so I know the Furia is fine. Hopefully the change of SD card will make the difference, and it's not the ide to sd adapter...

Steve X2 · 13-02-2023 06:07PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120236239#Comment_120236239

I've a SanDisk Standard SDHC 8GB in my A600. Plenty of space for my needs and usually very safe when it comes to compatibility. I'd say its just being fussy about the SD you used.

Inviere · 16-02-2023 01:19PM

Bought a faulty Game Gear on Adverts. Cracked it open today, the quintessential crust of leaky caps all over half of the board. Decapped the whole thing anyway, and I await arrival of this newer type ceramic cap kit - https://retrosix.co.uk/Game-Gear-Capacitor-Kit-p141462762

If I can bring it back to life, I'll prob go the whole hog on it and replace the shell, screen, etc.

Arcade & Retro Repairs & Mods, all new recipe, with no added MSG...

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