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- Submitted 5 days ago to retrogaming@lemmy.world | 4 comments
- Comment on TV Choice 5 days ago:
If you’re going with a scaler, it’s definitely worth it to invest in better cables (even though the n64 uses the same connector as snes, it does not support rgb without mods)
insurrectionindustries.com/…/nintendo-s-video/
insurrectionindustries.com/…/sony-playstation-rgb…
insurrectionindustries.com/…/super-nintendo-enter…
Some helpful videos: youtu.be/VYkWtkvhS9c youtu.be/fi7csYj00BU
Also if you’re not too attached to using original hardware, you might want to take a look at getting a mister to play ps1 and before systems (the new super station is a good choice retroremake.co/pages/superstationᵒⁿᵉ )
- Comment on TV Choice 5 days ago:
I would say “probably”. A lot of TVs don’t have great scaling from 240p, 480p, and 480i content so a dedicated scaler will look better in most cases. Also be aware that the Ossc Pro does need an additional add-on for S-video (which for an unmodified N64 is its best output).
- Comment on TV Choice 6 days ago:
Upscaler is the correct term. If you are looking for the best possible image to recreate a CRT, the retrotink 4k is the best option. It will require a good TV though, something like a LG C4. The reason being to get good looking scanlines, you need 4k, 120hz, and vrr.
The retrotink 4k also supports all your inputs (Xbox 360 HDMI, n64 s-video, snes rgb, PS2 component, etc…).
Here is a good video why the 120hz is important for recreating the crt feel (a little old and retrotink 4k has only gotten better since then) youtu.be/3ZmPkozY6Cg
You other options for a good scaler are the Morph 4K and the ossc pro. This spreadsheet has a good in depth comparison between all three docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/…/edit?usp=drivesd…
- Comment on Console(s) to TV 4 weeks ago:
I go through different switchers to various inputs of the retrotink4k. I avoid composite to keep it simple and get a better picture.
- Dreamcast -> VGA
- PS2 -> Component Switcher
- N64 -> Component Switcher
- GC -> HDMI after (forcing 480p through swiss) -> HDMI Switch
- Nintendo Switch -> HDMI Switch
- Comment on Should I get OSSC Pro or RetroTINK-4X CE? 2 months ago:
Wobbling Pixels put together a good comparison between CE, Morph, and OSSC Pro. According to that sheet dealing with sync, the OSSC has issues with switching resolutions if the aspect ratio is set to 1:1 instead of something like 4:3
- Comment on Ninten-drawers and Steel N64 Bowels Coming Back In Stock 9 months ago:
I’m not aware of any that are kept reliability in stock. You can get new sticks, gears and bowls (plastic ones that will have the same problem over time, but much cheaper). I would get new sticks to go with these bowls. store.kitsch-bent.com/…/n64-joystick-thumbstick
- Comment on Ninten-drawers and Steel N64 Bowels Coming Back In Stock 9 months ago:
Ninten-drawer is a modern sliding replacement tray for the NES. It is more reliable than the cheap replacement 72 pin connector and doesn’t have a death grip on the cartridge. youtu.be/4lpCNMxGW3s
N64 controller stick modules work by spinning rotary encoders as the stick moves. The stick is and the bowl (typo in title haha) that keeps it in place are made of plastic. Overtime, both the stick and the bowl wear down and get loose. Using a steal bowl with a new stick keeps the original feel with much less grinding.
- Submitted 9 months ago to retrogaming@lemmy.world | 5 comments
- Comment on Retrotink 4k CE Announced and Mini Restock 11 months ago:
Or someone looking to buy their first. The user experience (menu wise) on the 4k line is so much nicer than the 5x in my opinion.
- Submitted 11 months ago to retrogaming@lemmy.world | 2 comments
- Comment on The feds are coming for John Deere over the right to repair: The farm equipment giant has fought against letting farmers repair their own equipment for years 1 year ago:
If they do, are they competitive? Or are they doing the same thing. It could also be like car dealerships in certain states, you’re not allowed to just open one within x miles of another (though that refers to more of the same brand). Wouldn’t surprise me if they can’t have dealerships near each other due to backwards legislation.
- Comment on The feds are coming for John Deere over the right to repair: The farm equipment giant has fought against letting farmers repair their own equipment for years 1 year ago:
Exactly why John Deer should not be allowed to do this. Any threat to the food supply should be considered a national security risk.
- Comment on The feds are coming for John Deere over the right to repair: The farm equipment giant has fought against letting farmers repair their own equipment for years 1 year ago:
The real question is what other options do farms have? Let’s say their tracker breaks down and repair is no longer an option. How many other manufacturers are making the type of equipment they need? And how expensive would it be to enter that market to compete? To me it seems like John Deer has a monopoly and is exploiting it.
- Comment on My Pleasure, Sold, and Sure Will! 1 year ago:
Looks similar to a Sony PVM-8045Q, so a nice portable crt.
- Comment on Super Game Boy Plus: Ultimate Super Game Boy Upgrade with Enhanced Features 1 year ago:
This argument would outlaw a USB flash drive, “Your Honor, this device can store the contents of this 30 old game, it needs to be outlawed to protect all intellectual property”