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Supporter Q&A #220 Aug 12, 2022

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Here's the Supporter Q&A from August 11th, 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 (again)!

01:25 Sony BVM Setup questions

05:14 Controller test kit for game stores: https://www.retrorgb.com/retroverse-controller-tester-kit-by-consoles4you.html

09:22 Dead SNES’ - New PSU?: https://www.retrorgb.com/triad.html

12:39 External lossless capture solution? https://amzn.to/3zLRH1P

Replacement 6-button PCE controller membranes?: https://www.retrorgb.com/controllerrepair.html

16:57 SNES Broken Shell: Fix, paint or replace?

RGR Shell: https://youtu.be/-YjfLYly5fg

Paint: https://linktr.ee/russlyman

21:50 Wireless bluetooth audio adapter?

25:00 PCB Design Software: https://www.kicad.org/download/

…or if you just need one or two small things: https://easyeda.com/

28:40 If you need to upgrade your capture card: https://www.retrorgb.com/avermedia-live-gamer-4k-review.html

Streaming Tips: https://www.youtube.com/c/EposVox

Weekly Roundup #317 Aug 10, 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

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/week317.html

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

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

00:00 Rany at Retro World Expo!: https://twitter.com/RanyBx

https://retroworldexpo.com/

00:50 Kaze’s 2022 F3 showcase: https://www.retrorgb.com/kazes-f3-2022-mod-hack-trailer-showcase.html

01:23 Broken TMNT NES Water Level: https://www.retrorgb.com/the-broken-water-level-of-tmnt-nes-behind-the-code.html

03:02 GG2SMS via a programmer: https://www.retrorgb.com/nicoles-take-on-gg2sms.html

04:51 PCB Design with manufacturing & part shortage in mind - Pt3 (sponsored post)

07:29 PS1 & N64 HDMI Mod Pixel FX Firmware: https://www.retrorgb.com/pixelfx-updates-ps1digital-n64digital-to-v2-0.html

10:43 Lu’s MiSTer Updates: https://www.retrorgb.com/mister-news-updates-psx-8x-cd-speed-driving-wheel-updates-and-more.html

13:20 3DO ODE Batch #2: https://www.retrorgb.com/3do-odes-batch-2-available-for-pre-order.html

16:01 2D Engine for Saturn & PS1: https://www.retrorgb.com/new-psx-sat-2d-engine-announced.html

18:10 GG, SMS SG-1000 Analogue Pocket Cores Released: https://www.retrorgb.com/game-gear-master-system-sg-1000-pocket-cores-released.html

22:57 DIY CGA cable for 25-pin PVM’s: https://www.retrorgb.com/easy-diy-rgbi-cga-cable-for-pvms.html

24:46 Super Punch Out 2-Player Mode: https://www.retrorgb.com/super-punch-out-2-player-mode-discovered-after-28-years.html

26:26 Brook PS/PS2 wireless adapter: https://www.retrorgb.com/wingman-ps2-controller-adapter-by-brook.html

29:47 I screwed up - Support the RIGHT N64 Shells: https://www.retrorgb.com/n64-replacement-shell-kickstarter.html

Supporter Q&A #219 Aug 05, 2022

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Here's the Supporter Q&A from August 4th, 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!

00:17 Getting audio from TV’s via ARC

05:46 Raspberry Pi hat in 480i for TV & Movies? https://www.recalbox.com/

07:36 Mixing switches in a retro matrix setup

15:04 HDMI matrix with VRR & 4K 120?

19:14 Splitting MiSTer RGB Output for arcade cabs: https://twitter.com/dojooculto/status/1553413151596503041

22:29 My thoughts on repro’s

26:04 Why no dedicated RF to composite boxes?

28:55 3DO Suggestions:

ODE: https://www.retrorgb.com/external-3do-odes-available-for-pre-order.html
RGB Kit: https://www.retrorgb.com/3do-rgb-in-stock-at-retrogamerstuff-com.html

32:16 PS3 - SSD or HDD?

34:09 Latency testing discrepancy

37:34 Cloud sync gamesaves

40:37 Configure a GC to sell

43:50 Video card for VGA monitors / a BFI box?

47:13 Missing question?

47:34 WTF happened to my ceiling???

Weekly Roundup #316 Aug 03, 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

Links to everything discussed in this podcast can be found here: http://retrorgb.com/week316.html

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

Timestamps:

00:00 Come meet Epos Vox at Retro World Expo!

00:51 Shin Megami Tensei & Persona 2 Translations

02:03 Dreamcast 240p Test Suite v2.01

04:06 PCB Design with manufacturing & part shortage in mind - Pt2 (sponsored post)

07:24 HDMI Device Shootout

10:58 CDi Bluetooth Controller Adapter

13:48 RT5x HDR

17:47 SNK GBC Fighting Games

19:14 History of the CRT Display

20:08 Xbox1.6 RAM Upgrade

21:37 MAS Arcade Stick Orders Open

23:48 Super MIDI Pak Follow-Up Interview

24:43 Lu’s MiSTer Updates

27:41 Turbo Everdrive Case

28:58 Neo Geo Core Ported to Analogue Pocket

Supporter Q&A #218 Jul 29, 2022

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Here's the Supporter Q&A from July 28th, 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 OMFG, my ceiling is leaking!!!

00:58 Bad cable fried an N64 & NESRGB

05:17 Power conditioners: https://www.amazon.com/shop/retrorgb/list/1BIIRNU70ADRR

12:34 RetroNAS on Wii?

16:06 Extron Crosspoint Control Software. Maybe try this?: https://github.com/munderwoods/crosspoint-pi

20:03 GameCube HDMI Solutions: https://insurrectionindustries.com/product/carby-v2/

22:16 Dreamcast Output Questions: https://youtu.be/ROjAwpFsoIU
https://youtu.be/eOP3ZDUX7Y8

24:04 Splitting audio circuits IS safe: https://youtu.be/DHoA2vVZh8Q

25:48 Record cleaning:

Pro-Ject Cleaner: https://amzn.to/3cB2kfU

Disc sleeves: https://amzn.to/3vmg3NY

Outer sleeves: https://amzn.to/3oItJz7

Ultrasonic Cleaner: (I’ll check back and get the exact one my friend uses)

28:59 Running 720p on VGA monitor blurry?

30:53 N64 replacement PSU shells?

31:48 Disable Wii Auto Updates for softmodding safety:

33:10 Running analog cables alongside power and digital - Use shielded: https://www.retrorgb.com/systems.html

34:41 eWaste / Wireless video / does sharpness effect lag

39:26 Building a CRT minicade like the ones I made.

45:53 Mixing crosspoints with gswitches

Weekly Roundup #315 Jul 27, 2022

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from $0: https://jlcpcb.com/DRE

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00:00 Come meet Dan at RWX!

00:46 Sega CD Homebrew Showcase: https://www.retrorgb.com/chilly-willys-sega-cd-homebrew-collection-512-color-image-viewer-mod-player-and-512-color-ray-cast-engine.html

02:13 Breath Of Fire II Vinyl Soundtrack: https://www.retrorgb.com/breath-of-fire-ii-vinyl-soundtrack-pre-order.html

02:45 Everdrive 64 Firmware: https://www.retrorgb.com/everdrive-64-firmware-update-v3-07.html

03:53 PCB Design with manufacturing in mind (sponsored post)

07:32 Genesis 2 Mini: https://www.retrorgb.com/genesis-mini-2-pre-orders-open.html

10:04 Baroque Saturn Translation: https://www.retrorgb.com/baroque-saturn-english-fan-translation-bastard-baroque-gets-its-first-look.html

11:46 Adding Functionality to a Wii Mini: https://www.retrorgb.com/turning-the-wii-mini-into-a-capable-regular-wii.html

13:48 Vinyl Discussion with Pat: https://www.retrorgb.com/talking-vinyl-with-patrick-from-sega-saturn-shiro.html

17:04 Lu’s MiSTer News: https://www.retrorgb.com/misterfpga-news-out-run-racing-wheel-support-nemesis-and-more.html

21:02 Tokyo Highway Battle Translation: https://www.retrorgb.com/tokyo-highway-battle-97-saturn-english-translation.html

22:17 Homebrew Xbox Live: https://www.retrorgb.com/insignia-original-xbox-live-alpha-test.html

24:12 PCE Bluetooth Adapter: https://www.retrorgb.com/pc-engine-bluetooth-adapter-pre-order.html

25:44 N64 Shell Kickstarter: https://www.retrorgb.com/n64-replacement-shell-kickstarter.html

28:05 N64 Replacement Shells on Aliexpress: https://www.retrorgb.com/transparent-n64-shells-on-aliexpress.html

32:12 Thoughts on HDMI stuff video?

Talking Vinyl with Patrick from Sega Saturn Shiro! Jul 25, 2022

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I recently had a fun chat with Pat from the Shiro! crew to discuss vinyl records. While this topic (and cassettes) really need a deep-dive video to prove the points we made, I thoroughly enjoyed the technical speculation, as well as just sharing our thoughts on the format. It doesn't matter if you're a fan of video game music, or just music in general, if you were curious why people are talking about vinyl again, this is a great start! As always, these long-from chats are also available on YouTube. Check the main post for a link, as well as some other fun stuff Pat passed along: https://www.retrorgb.com/talking-vinyl-with-patrick-from-sega-saturn-shiro.html

Pat's recommended setup*:

Amp: https://amzn.to/3S78zIP
Record Player: https://amzn.to/3vaNXVX
Headshell: https://amzn.to/3v9GO8j
Phono Pre-Amp: https://www.mofielectronics.com/studiophono-phonostage
Speakers (UNshielded): https://amzn.to/3zpNZvz

My (much cheaper ;p) recommended setup*:

Amp (comes with good phono pre-amp): https://amzn.to/3742YzY
Record Player (comes with a great headshell): https://amzn.to/3J5V3B2
UNshielded Speaker - ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2: https://amzn.to/3jv2g1f
Shielded Speaker (If you're near CRT's) - Ascend Acoustics CBM-170 SE: http://www.ascendacoustics.com/pages/products/speakers/cbm170/cbm170.html
Record Cleaner (this thing is amazing): https://amzn.to/3cB2kfU

*as we said in the podcast, if you're on a budget, get anything. You don't need to spend a lot unless you're 100% sure that music is as important to you as it is to us. If you get an old, beat up turntable, just make sure to get a new cartridge with needle. This is NOT necessary with new stuff, but you don't want some beat, old player to ruin your records. Here's a 3-pack for $12 that should be safe: https://amzn.to/3OwbE1M

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 #217 Jul 22, 2022

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Here's the Supporter Q&A from July 22nd, 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

00:42 PS3 cooling solutions?

05:47 Keep this channel alive: https://www.retrorgb.com/support.html

07:01 Mixing optical audio + RT5x / Soundbars vs speakers

14:49 GCHD MKII Audio Desync issue??

16:41 Running Parsec locally to play games from a fast PC in a different room: https://parsec.app/

19:03 Power issues / a component melted??? https://www.amazon.com/shop/retrorgb/list/1BIIRNU70ADRR

24:12 Best PS3 version and storage solution https://www.retrorgb.com/introducing-retronas.html

Weekly Roundup #314 Jul 20, 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/week314.html

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

Links to everything discussed can be found on https://www.retrorgb.com/

00:00 Chris from Displaced Gamers at RWX!!

00:59 4K Gamer Pro on Indiegogo

02:05 Digital Audio Converters

04:44 JLCPCB (Sponsored segment)

07:20 PS2 Phat and Vertical Stands

08:51 Black Jewel Reborn Kickstarter

10:52 RT5x Firmware Update

14:06 Sonic X-Treme Sage 22

15:52 Baroque English Translation

16:54 HDMI Matrix Switches Reviewed

22:27 Lu’s MiSTer Updates

22:59 Wonder Boy Dragon’s Trap Free

34:29 GUS ISA Soundcard Announced

36:35 Interview with WebHDX

38:06 Virtual Boy Rumble Pack

40:12 Virtual Boy BlueRetro Adapter

42:18 Educational Livestreams

Supporter Q&A #216 Jul 15, 2022

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Here's the Supporter Q&A from July 14th, 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 Using pigtails to alleviate stress from the AV jack

02:01 RetroTINK 2x vs 5x / multiple consoles connected

05:31 MiSTerCade + JAMMA Arcade game = How to handle stereo + mono audio? https://youtu.be/DHoA2vVZh8Q

10:10 1440p issues with RT5x

14:58 SNES Digital Audio / DAC talk: https://geshelli.com/product/jnog2/

22:12 Soldering tips, IPA vs contract cleaner?