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Supporter Q&A #231 Nov 04, 2022

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Here's the Supporter Q&A from November 3rd, 2022. 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!

00:08 Car preference?

01:41 Save settings on a PVM = degauss twice

02:08 SCART Switch Questions

05:12 Composite through a SCART switch: http://bit.ly/gscartsw

French “RGB” NES: https://www.retrorgb.com/pictures-posted-of-a-french-rgb-nes.html

08:56 Mods as easy as SNES Jr RGB?: https://www.retrorgb.com/n64rgbcompatible.html

10:58 Video idea suggestion

12:44 Picking a MiSTer kit

16:28 Splitting RGB to S-Video for OSSC + CRT use

19:02 Light gun hardware questions

22:34 SCART into GBS-C

23:58 N64 LED

26:23 YouTube scams

27:21 9th Gen Console Audio: https://consolemods.org/wiki/Comparison_of_game_consoles_by_sound_capabilities#Ninth_generation_of_consoles

29:01 Wireless RF amp?

Weekly Roundup #329 Nov 02, 2022

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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

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00:00 Welcome

00:32 iOS support for Switch Online Controllers: https://www.retrorgb.com/ios-tvos-v16-1-supports-snes-switch-controllers.html

01:15 Bloody Genesis RGR Case Mod: https://www.retrorgb.com/bloody-clear-genesis-shell-mod.html

02:50 JLCPCB Factory Tour (sponsored segment)

05:38 MiSTer Arcade Software Setup: https://www.retrorgb.com/building-a-dedicated-mister-arcade-setup.html

07:52 OSSC dexx Updates: https://www.retrorgb.com/ossc-dexx-new-features-leave-mister-ram-connected.html

14:25 Game Boy DMG Color Mod: https://www.retrorgb.com/new-mod-turns-a-dmg-into-a-game-boy-color.html

16:32 Lu’s MiSTer Updates: https://www.retrorgb.com/mister-fpga-news-outrun-core-coming-soon-saturn-updates-more.html

20:18 Arcooda 32” LCD Arcade Monitor: https://www.retrorgb.com/arcooda-32-gaming-monitor-review.html

28:20 3DO Bluetooth Adapter: https://www.retrorgb.com/humble-bazooka-announces-3dobt-blueretro-adapter.html

Supporter Q&A #230 Oct 28, 2022

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Here's the Supporter Q&A from October 27th, 2022. 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!

00:18 SNES 2-chip bypasses

04:07 MiSTer vs Analogue Pocket

07:27 Rust Removal Tips

08:48 Wireless RF?

12:15 Listen to game via speakers while streaming?

14:20 PVM Calibration

17:08 Component Video Distribution

20:35 Dreamcast - Mod or wait?

24:24 Don’t remove the metal shielding from Dreamcast

24:53 Will Analogue’s philosophy change with new products and OpenFPGA

29:36 Which Game Boy Advance consolization kit should you use?

31:42 Electronics tech jobs?

34:17 Configuring a RetroNAS so multiple PS2’s can all load games at the same time.

38:15 Leaded vs Lead-free solder? Does it matter?

40:04 Xbox / Project Stellar / Light Gun questions: https://videogameperfection.com/2022/07/12/light-guns-hdmi/

43:44 RAD2x Modding

45:52 Improving older anime? Use a CRT or scanlines?

48:32 TTL jumper on SNES bypass boards

50:36 Sync combining VGA to SCART

Weekly Roundup #328 Oct 26, 2022

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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

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00:00 Welcome

00:20 Saturn Save Game Copier: https://www.retrorgb.com/new-sega-saturn-sdloader.html

02:17 Homebrew Online Dreamcast Game: https://www.retrorgb.com/dreamcasts-first-online-homebrew-game-driving-strikers.html

03:39 When to decide between PCBA and PCB + hand-assembly (Sponsored post)

09:14 Retro-Bit Saturn Analog Controllers: https://www.retrorgb.com/a-closer-look-at-retro-bits-wireless-analog-saturn-pads.html

12:13 Xbox Xedusa Review: https://www.retrorgb.com/xedusa-dual-output-xbox-hdmi-ypbpr-adapter-reviewed.html

19:47 Resident Evil Vinyl Pre-Order: https://www.retrorgb.com/resident-evil-ps1-vinyl-preorder.html

20:44 Haunted: Halloween ’86 NES Cartridge + Vinyl Preorder: https://www.retrorgb.com/haunted-halloween-86-nes-cartridge-vinyl-preorder.html

21:51 Lu’s MiSTer News: https://www.retrorgb.com/mister-fpga-news-out-run-dragons-lair-update-all-more.html

25:29 Fixel’s 3DO ODE sale & firmware update: https://www.retrorgb.com/3do-xport-ode-firmware-update-haloween-sale.html

Supporter Q&A #229 Oct 21, 2022

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Here's the Supporter Q&A from October 20th, 2022. 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 Hoodies!: https://retrorgb.link/tshirts

00:18 Using PVM’s passthrough for video and combining stereo with audio: https://amzn.to/3MQeOys

02:23 RGB-Pi never works right through a scaler or powered switch

04:24 Never use Y cables of any kind with video!

07:01 Rack-mounting game consoles

09:29 What to do about rust on metal pieces inside consoles?

12:29 What consoles are safe to remove the metal shielding?

16:21 A more detailed JLCPCB walkthrough

Avermedia Live Gamer 4K audio dropouts:
https://www.retrorgb.com/avermedia-live-gamer-4k-review.html
https://www.retrorgb.com/live-gamer-bolt-review.html

21:53 How to ask a question here in the weekly Q&A’s

Weekly Roundup #327 Oct 19, 2022

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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

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00:00 Welcome

00:48 Arcooda 20″ 240p Arcade Monitor Review: https://www.retrorgb.com/arcooda-20-240p-arcade-monitor-review.html

12:23 Ordering a PCBA through JLCPCB (Sponsored Post)

14:16 Thunderbolt Capture Card Review: https://www.retrorgb.com/live-gamer-bolt-review.html

21:17 Quarterback Attack Documentary: https://www.retrorgb.com/pandamonium-reviews-quarterback-attack-with-mike-ditka.html

24:18 Lu’s MiSTer Updates: https://www.retrorgb.com/mister-fpga-news-sega-saturn-psx-atari-system-1-more.html

28:07 Decathlete on Darksoft’s STV Multi: https://www.retrorgb.com/decathlete-now-running-on-darksofts-stv-multi.html

29:31 THIS SAT - Fantasy Zone Vinyl: https://www.retrorgb.com/fantasy-zone-vinyl-release.html

30:59 Analogue Pre-Orders: https://www.retrorgb.com/analogue-announces-final-run-of-super-nt-mega-sg.html

Supporter Q&A #228 Oct 14, 2022

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Here's the Supporter Q&A from October 13th, 2022. 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!

00:08 Koryuu Transcoder: https://www.retrorgb.com/koryuu-transcoder-firmware-v-1-1.html

01:10 Any way to prevent video dropouts during OSSC resolution changes?
Sega CDX 3BP?

05:00 PS1 link cable uses UART protocol?
Lag testing Retrofighters Controllers?: https://rpubs.com/misteraddons/inputlatency
HDMI to Component in 1080p for Datapath

08:44 Following up on running fans at lower voltages.

12:46 Shielded S-Video to BNC cable? Maybe this one?: https://amzn.to/3CUkXpJ
Anyone have a low profile bracket for a Datapath Vision E1s?

15:51 Fixing composite RCA cables?
4K Gamer Pro: https://www.retrorgb.com/4k-gamer-pro-now-on-amazon.html

19:35 HDMI switches with more than 2 outputs?

21:18 Best way to connect a Dreamcast to a D20 BVM?: https://retro-access.com/products/dreamcast-15khz-31khz-480i-480p-scart-cable?variant=17095604207667?aff=3

24:36 Safe MiSTer SCART cables (I/O or Direct Video): https://www.retrorgb.com/beware-of-mister-scart-cables.html

26:59 Convert an HDMI signal to DVI-D for compatibility???

29:06 Can you kill a CRT by sending it the wrong resolution?
MiSTerCade vs J-PAC?

37:09 RGBs over VGA? Other matrix switches? Gscartsw still king for SCART: https://bit.ly/gscartsw

Weekly Roundup #326 Oct 12, 2022

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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/week326.html

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00:00 Welcome

00:19 Smoke Clear Genesis 2 Shell Pre-Orders: https://www.retrorgb.com/genesis-2-smoke-clear-shell-pre-order.html

01:37 3DO HDMI?: https://www.retrorgb.com/interest-check-digital-3do-a-v-output.html

04:50 Ordering a PCBA through JLCPCB (Sponsored Post)

07:51 UMK3 Collision Detection: https://www.retrorgb.com/umk3-collision-detection.html

09:00 Phantasy Star III Vinyl: https://www.retrorgb.com/phantasy-star-iii-vinyl-soundtrack-pre-order.html

09:27 TMNT NES Input Lag: https://www.retrorgb.com/the-input-lag-and-attack-animation-delay-of-tmnt-nes-behind-the-code.html

10:59 Metal DMG Shell: https://www.retrorgb.com/boxy-pixels-new-metal-shell-for-the-dmg.html

12:46 New Remute Album!: https://www.retrorgb.com/new-remute-album-generations-for-the-sega-dreamcast.html

14:24 Interview about Shiro! Magazine: https://www.retrorgb.com/interview-with-shiro-magazine-creators.html

15:53 Lu’s MiSTer News: https://www.retrorgb.com/mister-fpga-news-sega-saturn-psx-neo-geo-overclock-and-more.html

20:28 Xbox Project Stellar: https://www.retrorgb.com/makemhz-announces-xbox-mod-project-stellar.html

22:58 Do NOT watch this stream ;p: https://youtu.be/bu9QwmEHb-Q

Interview with Shiro! Magazine Creators Oct 10, 2022

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After receiving the 1st issue of the Sega Saturn "fanzine" Shiro! Magazine, I absolutely HAD to talk to the creators. While I've done some podcasts with the crew before, I was so blown away by the quality and authenticity of it, that I really wanted to hear the story behind it. If you're even slightly interested in retro-themed magazines, the Sega Saturn and good dev stories, definitely listen to this one! As always, these long-form podcasts are also available are also available as a video - Check the main page for links: https://www.retrorgb.com/interview-with-shiro-magazine-creators.html

Get the magazine here: https://www.segasaturnshiro.com/shiro-magazine/
Support the Shiro! crew: https://www.patreon.com/shiromediagroup

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Supporter Q&A #227 Oct 07, 2022

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Here's the Supporter Q&A from October 6th, 2022. 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 Wiki Edit Marathon: https://www.twitter.com/DerfJagged/status/1578122779039510529

00:43 4K Gamer Pro for scaling?

Do longer controller cables add lag?

03:05 Keep the SNES Metal Shielding?

Dexx + RAM?

06:42 4K Gamer Pro + PS3: https://www.retrorgb.com/4k-gamer-pro-now-on-amazon.html

https://youtu.be/595xu2tJSjU

08:56 Testing Pro Logic on modern receivers: https://youtu.be/NpQtrX8oIX4