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Supporter Q&A #247 Feb 24, 2023

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Here's the Supporter Q&A from February 23rd, 2023. 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 Expo Talk Follow-up: https://twitter.com/RetroRGB/status/1627371137154920448

01:39 Marco’s CRT video / 15KHz whine filtering: https://twitter.com/RetroRGB/status/1625880371450585090

04:08 DAC’s for use with the RT5x and CRT filters: https://retrorgb.link/cheapdac

08:03 Amp’s DAC vs separate: https://www.retrorgb.com/marantz-nr1200-2-0-audio-with-analog-and-digital-features.html

Modern TV content on CRT’s: https://www.retrorgb.com/480i-downscalers-tested.html

12:12 Pork’s latency list: https://rpubs.com/misteraddons/inputlatency

13:57 RF to Composite / S-Video: https://youtu.be/SMcglK2kFCQ

18:37 Goal Zero Yeti 1000: https://amzn.to/3Y0jRA2

Cheap Battery powered AC Jump box (won’t work?): https://amzn.to/3ExmfHC

20:24 Cheap scope: https://www.retrorgb.com/30-oscilloscope-for-retro-and-arcade-gamers.html

Scope page: https://www.retrorgb.com/oscilloscope.html

22:27 TINK5x Composite menu options are different than YPbPr

23:48 Recap and check the entire Pioneer LaserActive

26:09 Reuploading livestreams and posting on Patreon / Floatplane - This is more complicated than it sounds.

32:09 Bluetooth adapters for PS5 controllers on PS1/2

RCA - BNC adapter quality

37:13 Getting pixel shift from HDMImods

39:20 Can the PS4 Pro output 480p? Even after jailbreaking?

40:29 Internal PSU replacements for Japanese consoles

42:33 Support here: https://www.retrorgb.com/support.html

Weekly Roundup #345 Feb 22, 2023

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This week's podcast is sponsored by JLCPCB! Spend only $2 for 5pcs 1-4 layer PCBs ; PCBA from $0: https://jlcpcb.com/DRE

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

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

00:00 https://retrorgb.link/thelagisreal

01:37 Original GameCube Joy Cons vs Everything Else: https://www.retrorgb.com/the-original-gamecube-joy-cons-vs-everything-else.html

03:46 WIP Saturn Cartridge ROM Cart: https://www.retrorgb.com/saroo-a-saturn-flash-cart-re-emerges.html

06:48 Dealing with swapped / counterfeit parts in an assembly (JLCPCB Sponsored Post)

13:09 Punch Out Behind The Code: https://www.retrorgb.com/how-do-boxers-work-in-mike-tysons-punch-out-behind-the-code.html

14:21 FM Towns Marty ODE (Fixel’s): https://www.retrorgb.com/dmc88-interest-check-a-new-ode-for-the-fm-towns-marty-by-fixel.html

16:15 Genesis Big 6 Controller Reviews: https://www.retrorgb.com/retro-bit-big-6-reviews.html

19:38 New Rear Famicom Power & A/V Board: https://www.retrorgb.com/rgr-famicom-rear-a-v-power-board.html

23:53 N64HD Mod: https://www.retrorgb.com/a-new-internal-hdmi-mod-for-the-nintendo-64-gamebox-64hd.html

24:58 RMC Interview with Rebecca Heineman: https://www.retrorgb.com/rmc-interview-with-rebecca-heineman.html

25:52 Lu’s MiSTer Updates: https://www.retrorgb.com/mister-fpga-news-neo-geo-cd-saturn-irem-m92-more.html

28:50 Polymega is now an App: https://www.retrorgb.com/polymega-is-now-an-app.html

35:31 Thanks!!: https://www.retrorgb.com/support.html

Supporter Q&A #246 Feb 17, 2023

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Here's the Supporter Q&A from February 16th, 2023. 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 New Capture Device: https://amzn.to/3GaTNeP

01:04 Use UVC devices for easy Linux capture

04:07 480p compatibility

Improving bad audio from PS2 voice acting games

09:39 Reboot Apple TV Remote: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213437
Amp Follow-Up: http://retrorgb.link/marantznr1200

14:14 Use a VCR to convert RF to composite

16:15 Beginner capacitor replacement tips for Pioneer LaserActive and Sega Saturn

23:37 GBS-C for downscaling: https://www.retrorgb.com/gbs-control-installation-overview.html

26:56 Use a color scanner to archive the exact plastic colors of retro consoles?

29:24 Dreamcast BIOS chips, DreamPi and RetroNAS: https://modzvilleusa.com/products/dreamcast-japancake-region-free-bios-chip-5v-3-3v-for-va0-va1-va2

31:39 Component Video Switch Suggestions

36:10 The TRUTH about expo appearances.

49:52 Portable test kit for CRT’s

54:57 Follow-up on PVM setup, BNC switch

57:19 Is RF shielding needed when using a Genesis & Sega CD?

1:00:44 Would recording on a VCR throw off the timing?

1:04:03 Thank you! https://www.retrorgb.com/support.html

Weekly Roundup #344 Feb 15, 2023

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This week's podcast is sponsored by JLCPCB! Spend only $2 for 5pcs 1-4 layer PCBs ; PCBA from $0: https://jlcpcb.com/DRE

More info & link to video version: http://retrorgb.com/week344.html

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

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

00:00 Amp Follow-Up: http://retrorgb.link/marantznr1200

00:52 N64 to Nuon Controller Adapter: https://www.retrorgb.com/n64-to-nuon-controller-adapter.html

02:08 Journey to Silius & Uforia Vinyl: https://www.retrorgb.com/journey-to-silius-uforia-vinyl-soundtrack-pre-order.html

02:53 PSX DVR HDD support to IDE Emulator: https://www.retrorgb.com/psx-hdd-support-added-to-upcoming-ide-emulator.html

05:02 Using Eagle and ordering through JLCPCB (sponsored post)

07:52 Multi-Console Blue Retro Adapter: https://www.retrorgb.com/grechtech-retro-rosetta-a-multi-player-blueretro-adaptor.html

10:23 USB2DB15 Updates, New batch: https://www.retrorgb.com/usb2db15-new-batch-and-updates.html

11:28 Interview with GB Interceptor Developer: https://www.retrorgb.com/interview-with-sebastian-from-there-oughta-be.html

12:43 Lu’s MiSTer Updates: https://www.retrorgb.com/misterfpga-news-sega-saturn-cps3-pc-fx-splatterhouse-more.html

16:37 PixelFX Roadmap: https://www.retrorgb.com/pixelfx-announces-new-hdmi-mod-roadmap.html

20:41 GB & GBA Games Added To Switch Online: https://www.retrorgb.com/game-boy-emulation-on-the-switch.html

23:43 Thanks!: https://www.retrorgb.com/support.html

Interview with Sebastian from There Oughta Be Feb 13, 2023

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Here's an interview with Sebastian from There Oughta Be. He had a few videos go viral that showed off some awesome and unique Game Boy DMG mods and I really enjoyed hearing all the details of his work. While this one was a bit technical, I think any of my fellow nerds - Especially developers and fans of the Game Boy will really enjoy it!

Support Sebastian Here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/there.oughta.be
Main Page: https://there.oughta.be/
YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ThereOughtaBe
Twitter: https://twitter.com/diconx
Mastodon: https://mastodon.social/@DiConX

As always, these long-form podcasts are also available as a video, links on the main page: https://www.retrorgb.com/interview-with-sebastian-from-there-oughta-be.html

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

Supporter Q&A #245 Feb 10, 2023

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Here's the Supporter Q&A from February 9th, 2023. 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 Trying this with the audio: https://podcast.adobe.com/enhance#

00:39 USB to DB15 / Arcade Alternatives to Axunworks and Undamned:
https://twitter.com/Raph_friend/status/1623520541998043136
https://gamescare.com.br/

02:23 Saturn cable recommendation to Sony 14L5 PVM: https://www.retrorgb.com/saturn.html

05:18 Troubleshooting a Dreamcast video issue / New cable?: https://www.retrorgb.com/dreamcast.html

08:54 Linux Capture Card???

11:28 Removing 15KHz whine from streams? Multi-signal switch?

14:13 Working on community projects when under an employment contract?
Analog video voltages.
RGBs vs RGBHV in 5bnc cables

22:44 Using a Famicom’s composite video out as sync for the RGB blaster works!

24:04 DF Goldeneye & Downsampling: https://youtu.be/ZxuFc0VkxEw

30:57 Support: https://www.retrorgb.com/support.html

Weekly Roundup #343 Feb 08, 2023

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This week's podcast is sponsored by JLCPCB! Spend only $2 for 5pcs 1-4 layer PCBs ; PCBA from $0: https://jlcpcb.com/DRE

More info & link to video version: http://retrorgb.com/week343.html

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

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

00:00 “The Lag Is Real”, limited run, premium quality t-shirt: https://retrorgb.link/thelagisreal

02:14 JagCD Support in BigPEmu: https://www.retrorgb.com/bigpemu-v1-05-jaguar-cd-support.html

04:26 OutRun & SoR2 Vinyl: https://www.retrorgb.com/outrun-and-streets-of-rage-3-vinyl-re-press.html

05:22 Re-Running the JLCPCB assembly process (sponsored post)

08:22 Awesome Stereo Receiver: https://www.retrorgb.com/marantz-nr1200-2-0-audio-with-analog-and-digital-features.html

17:54 Super Dodgeball Vinyl: https://www.retrorgb.com/super-dodge-ball-vinyl-soundtrack-pre-order.html

18:21 TinyNES: https://www.retrorgb.com/tinynes-reviewed.html

22:51 RGBench Case: https://www.retrorgb.com/3d-printed-case-for-rgbench.html

25:22 Orpheus II Order: https://www.retrorgb.com/launch-of-the-new-isa-soundcard-orpheus-ii.html

26:50 Interview with Banjo Guy Ollie: https://www.retrorgb.com/interview-with-banjo-guy-ollie.html

28:19 Lu’s MiSTer Updates: https://www.retrorgb.com/mister-fpga-news-cps3-neogeo-pocket-mystery-core-more.html

32:59 Time Sleuth Orders Open!: https://www.retrorgb.com/time-sleuth-pre-orders-are-finally-re-opened.html

35:52 MemCard Pro GC Demo: https://www.retrorgb.com/8bitmods-is-bringing-the-memcard-pro-to-the-gamecube.html

37:25 Dolphin ported to Xbox Series:

42:20 GameCube Picoboot & BlueRetro Mod Livestream: https://youtu.be/MRA3yuj7Hh8

Interview With: Banjo Guy Ollie Feb 06, 2023

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Here's an interview with musician, painter, YouTuber and retro gaming enthusiast Banjo Guy Ollie. I had a great time chatting with Ollie about everything from his work restoring arcade machines, to surfing...and of course, music! Please check out both his YouTube channels and consider supporting on Patreon:

Support Ollie: https://www.patreon.com/olonguet
BJO Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@banjoguyollie
8-Bit Manshed Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@8bitmanshed
Main Website (with music & painting links): https://www.banjoguyollie.com/

As always, these long-form podcasts are also available as a video: https://www.youtube.com/retrorgb

...and here's some of the video's Ollie and I discussed, that I promised I'd link to:
Simon reviews Captain Planet: https://youtu.be/QbBGb4T76R8
Surf vlog: https://youtu.be/5UkPm_eKkRo

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

Supporter Q&A #244 Feb 03, 2023

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Here's the Supporter Q&A from February 2nd, 2023. 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 Thanks for the audio feedback!

00:19 Sharper streams with a RetroTINK 2x Pro

06:18 Schiit Modi DAC: https://amzn.to/3Y3zVCw

06:39 Rust repair?: https://twitter.com/RetroRGB/status/1605644037230366737

08:45 Anyone know of a magnetically shielded subwoofer?

12:34 Recovered 360!

13:44 Safely split component video to two displays.

16:57 Gaming projector that supports 3D: https://amzn.to/3l9TY2U