Re: I've an idea: Let's get some game development going

Posted on 2016-09-09, 07:19

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by Beegle

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Another forum tried this a while ago... google search for 'zybourne clock' lol If not for the hilarious 'art', it's at least a great example of how NOT to run a collaborative project. "only one person on the team had previous game development experience as a professional developer. He was banned …

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Re: anyone using a Epiphan DVI2PCIe Capture Card for VGA capture?

Posted on 2016-09-09, 02:49

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by Beegle

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elianda wrote: Maybe a set copyright bit when capturing from HDMI ? You know what? The more I read about it, the more you're right. No idea why it had not occurred to me though, but thanks for the tip! Now I need to find a way to capture anyway. Apparently some splitters/adapters can help.

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Re: I've an idea: Let's get some game development going

Posted on 2016-09-09, 02:45

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by Beegle

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Level Designer by trade, but work has taken me elsewhere in the last few years. I miss making maps/gameplay/missions. If people are cranked up for this, I'd like to give a hand.

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Re: anyone using a Epiphan DVI2PCIe Capture Card for VGA capture?

Posted on 2016-09-08, 01:22

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by Beegle

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Well I've installed the card in my main PC without problems today. The bracket taken from the sacrificial video card (DELL X8760 DVI) fits like a glove. However when I try to grab anything from the card, all I get is a black screen. Different software all give the same result. If the cable is …

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Re: How do YOU ship things?

Posted on 2016-08-19, 22:02

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by Beegle

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For mobos, isa and pci cards (any flat things) I usually wrap them in antistatic bags. Then wrap them between two pieces of cardboard of roughly the same shape. Then pack this in a box that allows at least 1 inch of bubble/cushioning around it. If I pack more solid stuff, like a case, I add folded …

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Re: Bought these (server and networking) hardware today

Posted on 2016-08-05, 19:24

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by Beegle

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devius wrote: Did I kill this thread? Or no one has been buying server or networking hardware? You didn't kill it, you nailed it! Lack of replies is because the topic is more restrictive than "vintage hardware" so less people are implicated. Give them time. This is a nice topic 😀

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Re: How do I tell if my laptop screen is about to die?

Posted on 2016-08-04, 02:24

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by Beegle

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Does the affected area change when you modify the tilt angle of the screen?

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Re: Vintage drivers site

Posted on 2016-08-04, 00:30

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by Beegle

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You're talking about Vogonsdrivers? The thread is here. VOGONS Driver Library just put a link to your file hosted somewhere (dropbox, mega, etc.) and the owner will upload it for you.

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Re: Interplay Entertainment

Posted on 2016-08-02, 22:59

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by Beegle

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WBM1992 is an autistic young man with a passion for old games and he is attempting to interact on these forums, albeit with some understandable difficulties. I am trying to help him in this respect. I understand the immediate reaction to label him a bot/troll but don't be so quick to judge please …

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Re: Differences between Rev. nos. in SB Pro I and SB Pro II?

Posted on 2016-08-02, 18:35

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by Beegle

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I have seen CT1330 (Pro I) revisions 4 and 6, but I have yet to identify major differences. I believe rev.6 is the final Pro I revision. Did not look at Pro II revisions yet.

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Re: Making own MHz LED panel with turbo button

Posted on 2016-08-02, 03:05

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by Beegle

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Someone found this for me on a diy forum when I was building my retro build, and I had trouble with this too. So far this info never failed me. Enjoy!

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Re: What music are you listening to?

Posted on 2016-07-29, 14:39

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by Beegle

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my brain tends to focus so much on the tune or lyrics Similar here. I usually listen to instrumental music or soundtracks when working because the lyrics distract me and make me work slower. What I listen to actually depends on the kind of work I'm trying to do... Programming : Philip Glass , Terry …

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Re: Sound Blaster Prototype on eBay

Posted on 2016-07-28, 05:40

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by Beegle

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Shame about the price! For a prototype board not meant for the public, I find the (current) price pretty low. Expecting a huge jump in the last few hours on this one. To quote the auction : "This is the jewel of my collection and a very regretful sale." I wonder what happened that made him want/ …

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Re: Rogue Squadron 3D camera glitch

Posted on 2016-07-28, 01:17

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by Beegle

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See this thread : Rogue Squadron "far away camera" problem and this one : Direct X problem w. Rogue squadron Not sure their solutions will work for you, but might help anyway.

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Re: Could anyone recommend some pc games for girls?

Posted on 2016-07-27, 00:03

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by Beegle

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IMO these could be pretty gender-neutral and fit with her age : - Incredible Machine - Lemmings - Simcity 2000

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Re: I recently found this hardware, AKA the Dumpster find thread.

Posted on 2016-07-20, 02:15

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by Beegle

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archsan wrote: So... Canada? I see... perhaps another fellow Canadian here would adopt the board if you don't intend to keep it yourself. A bit busy currently drooling over the 286 and 386 boards... but certainly. Better a new home than the trash.

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Re: Keyboard is locked... unlock it..?

Posted on 2016-07-16, 15:11

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by Beegle

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If removing the cables did not help then jumper the keylock pins and it will work I'll give this a shot and report back (sorry, posted pix before I saw this response). that's what I meant by "making a connection" or "removing the wire" but I should have mentioned the jumper, if the pins for Power …

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Re: Keyboard is locked... unlock it..?

Posted on 2016-07-16, 01:06

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by Beegle

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doesn't k/lock on the front panel have wires running to the motherboard? (similar to power button, turbo, etc) I would try fiddling with those (making a connection between the two pins, or unplugging the cables) just to see if it can be bypassed easily. Been looking for spare keys for this type of …

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Re: Anybody have a Youtube channel related to computers?

Posted on 2016-07-15, 14:47

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by Beegle

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Two retro channels... One retro computer/soundcard related : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3Y5pMsWHJsx4iZFy7z4Zyg The other where I archive vinyl records : https://www.youtube.com/user/the45archive/videos Ideally I'd love to post a video every few weeks when work becomes less demanding.

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Re: Star Wars Shadows of the Empire on GOG

Posted on 2016-06-08, 17:48

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by Beegle

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I wish they added the N64 cutscenes as an option (written text + drawings/pictures). The pre-rendered 3D ones of the PC version didn't age very well (and already looked bad at the time), and the voice acting is very corny.

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