CBM prg Studio Version 3.14.0 is released. There are a lot of new features in this version. I’d really appreciate it if you report any bugs you find or have any suggestions/comments.

CBM prg Studio allows you to type a BASIC or Machine Code program in using a nice Windows environment and convert it to a ‘.prg’ file which you can run on an emulator, or even a real C64 / VIC20 or PET if you’re feeling brave and have the right kit.

CBM prg Studio is the result of merging C64PrgGen and VIC20PrgGen. Adding new features and fixing bugs in two apps which were 95% similar was a bit of a nightmare so merging them made sense.

New features:

• Git integration.
• BASIC 7 abbreviations.
• Connect SID tool to MIDI devices.
• Screen editor digitiser tool.
• Sprite editor character import.
• Resize VIC20 screen designs.
• Screen compression.

Bugs Fixed:

• Too many to list here, see the help for a complete list of new features and fixed bugs.

Download: CBM prg Studio v3.14.0 (917)

source: ajordison.co.uk

A new version of the firmware for the Ultimate-64 (U64/U64E).

GIDEON Message:

* DO NOT FLASH .CRT FILES WITH THIS VERSION! *

Difference with previous release V1.28:

• Turbo Mode… The 6510 CPU can now be run faster than 1 MHz.
• Support for Nordic Power cartridge.
• Faster application processor for smoother file browsing experience.
• Significant lower noise floor when using real SIDs.
• From MarkusC64: For Geos 64 – Download D41, D71, D81 and DNP files directly from the file browser into a RAMDISK of the same type.
• From MarkusC64: For Geos 64 – Save RAMDISK to USB in the appropriate format, directly from the file browser.
• Added freeze function with USB menu (F11 key)

Bug fixes/improvements:

• 6522 VIA fixes from gyurco/master.
• Fixed 1541 floppy formatting – sometimes caused read errors.
• Fixed an issue that may have caused network instability.
• Issue #62: FTP server does not check if a directory exists when changing directory.
• Issue #109: Soft IEC seq file reading issue with GET#
• Issue #121: 1541-C ROM issues (Track 0 sensor issue)
• Issue #131: SuperGames-Cartridge issue.
• Issue #132: Builtin FC3 monitor hangs from freezer.
• Issue #136: Epyx Fastloader fails sometimes (Example: Space Taxi)
• Issue #147: Data loss on eject if save fails.

Download:

• Download link temporarily removed as there is a possibility to get into a boot loop with the wrong settings. Will be superseded with 1.34.

source: ultimate64.com github.com

I’m here with yet another useless purchase (order dating back to 2019).

There is absolutely nothing to say, all the “mini” are practically identical, change the external box, the menu and some chips inside that for the occasion are the latest version (more or less).

Strangely i have tried the “thing” … usually i don’t do that.

I used an HDMI to Composite Video converter to try it with a CRT monitor.

source: konami.com/games/pcemini/gate

Jean-François DEL NERO (who’s behind the HxC SD Floppy Emulator) recently has released a version of the HxC emulator firmware that is compatible with the STM32 chip used in the Gotek floppy emulators.

This means that the great functionality of the HxC SD emulator is now available on cheaper and more widely available hardware.

The bootloader to convert the Gotek floppy drive in HxC compatible must be purchased on the website HXC 2001 by sending an email to Jean-François DEL NERO. The price of the bootloader is one-off 10 Euro per Gotek that you want to update. Future updates of the software are free and can be made from a USB stick

The HXC Usb (Gotek) firmware supports: + many more….

USB Stick STM32 (Gotek) HxC Floppy Emulator Firmware v3.4.4.6a -> v3.4.16.4a cumulative changelog:

• v3.4.16.2a regression fix : Fix file selector issue on fast Amiga machines (>= A1200).
• CPC DSK : Fix ZX spectrum “Rolling Thunder” protection support (and this probably also fix others games).
• RAW files : Stream unformatted track when trying to read above the image max track.
• Custom firmware page : Fix an internal memory alignment issue with some particular settings.
• New custom firmware page options : HFE blind write mode support. (Don’t check/ignore sync words) – GCR encoding method write mode support.
• Stream encoder : Amiga demo “Eon by The Black Lotus” random crashes fixed.
• OSD : Atari ST High resolution (Horizontal refresh rate : 35.8KHz) : Fix horizontal front porch delay.
• STARTUPA.HFE power up auto select : Fix v3.4.11.1a regression.
• Last selected file image auto load : Restore the file browser folder position.
• New custom firmware page option : Bitrate override.
• Version code / splash screen : Now shows you if you are using the QuickDisk firmware variant or not.
• Quickdisk : 64 bytes (“Very short”) Read emulation pipeline buffer size option added to the custom firmware page.
• USB stick browser Fix : “No file image found !” printed when no folder and no floppy image are found on the usb stick.
• Roland machines : w30,s50,s33,s55 files direct support added.
• E-mu ESI / EOS : img,ima,dsk files direct support added.
• New system family raw file support : E-mu ESI / EOS. (7 digits display menu entry -> 01B)
• Autoboot/file selector : Old style HxC config files support fixed. (long names issue)
• QD support : Support malformed third-party QD files.
• OSD : Optimizations.
• Custom firmware page OSD options simplified – New resolutions selections : 20×24 and 40×24 characters for PAL/NTSC or 640×480 VGA display types.
• OSD : Default OSD size increased to 21×2 characters.
• OSD : New embedded OSD file selector in full screen mode (21×24 characters).
• OSD : Faster scroll text.
• OSD : Config menu -> The OSD screen position can now be set in the settings menu.    (press both buttons to enter the menu)
• Autoboot File selector mode : Fix long name issue regression.
• QuickDisk support : Better ready timings.
• QuickDisk support : Support Roland /RY signal behavior. (Firmware QuickDisk\HxCFEUSB_V3_4_7_11a_Roland_QuickDisk.UPD)
• QuickDisk support : Fix MB87013 based QD machines support (Akai S700/x7000, Roland…) -> Now support the special MB87013 sync method.
• New custom firmware page option : Ignore/disable /SIDE1 input.
• QuickDisk support : Fix the /Reset input behavior : The /Reset input doesn’t stop the motor if this /Motor-on is asserted but always clear the ready signal.
• New direct raw format support : BAS Embroidery machines format (*.IMG,*.DSK) (System Family menu : “BAS” / 7 digits display menu entry -> 01A )

This is only a little part of the changelog. The original one is very long and you can read it here. (instruction manual here)

The HxC Floppy Emulator Firmware Customization page: https://hxc2001.com/custom_fw/

Download: USB Stick STM32 (Gotek) HxC Firmware v3.4.16.4a (813)

source: hxc2001.com

NEW TAG: C64 BIG GAME PACK

Some new games or tools (Cracked / Trained or Unrealeased) for Commodore 64 have been released from your favorites groups.

Titles:

• Super Cycle +3D
• T-Rex 64 Preview +
• Space Fire +2HF
• The Curse of Rabenstein (R11) +DS
• Color Selection Basic
• Archon
• Frightmare +3DG
• Creatures +10DFHIR [easyflash]
• Psion Attack (Remake) Preview +
• Sniper +
• Survival Messenger
• Poster Paster +5DGH
• Las Aventuras de Rudolphine Rur
• Maze Eater Preview +
• Juanje Juega in Sinverland Preview
• Paperboy +2
• Survival Messenger V1.1
• One on One Preview 2
• Spatial Billiards +D
• Miami Dice +D
• CAVOID-64
• Paradroid 2020
• Roulette +D
• Break Out +
• KruisWoord +1DG [dutch]
• Neptune Lander Preview 3 +2M
• Flying Saucers Preview 2 +
• Bucket Wars 1.3 Triple
• Bucket Wars 1.3 +2
• 8Bit Goblin Preview
• Tubes’n'Balls Preview
• T-Rex64 Preview 2 +
• Colors +4DHT
• Space Mission &DS
• Trailblazer 20
• CrossWords V1.1 +1DG
• AngiePuffy Quest +2
• Grandtorismohmiteinblock64
• One Block Racer
• AngiePuffy Quest +4
• cc65 Chess V1.01 &D
• cc65 Chess V1.01 +D (2-in-1 Version)
• Mega Tank Blasta [seuck]
• Mega Tank Blasta +2H [seuck]
• Boulder Dash Junior IV +2H
• Derby Dash Remake Preview +
• Storm Chase +4HD
• Crown +TD
• Knoix [505 bytes]
• The Old West World +2 [seuck]
• Left 2 Die (Version 2) +2 [seuck]
• Left 2 Die Part 2 +2 [seuck]
• The Forever Extending Hungry Snake +1D
• The Forever Extending Hungry Snake
• CrossWords V2 +1DG
• Empire of Karn +DMW
• Alien War Reload [499 bytes]
• Torreoscura
• Mario’s Cement Factory +1HD
• Mario’s Cement Factory +1D
• Miner Prophet Preview
• Drol +3DGI
• Fuck-Man +
• Ahlienwahr Schuter +
• Dungeon of Rott +2 [seuck]
• Cybo-Cop +2 [seuck]
• Zambeezi +2H
• Alien 8 V1.20
• Alien 8 V1.20 +D
• One Man and His Droid +6HD
• Basic Pack 01

Download: All Games in One Archive (5608)

source: csdb.dk

Hoxs64 written by David Horrocks is a Commodore 64 emulator for Microsoft Windows (DirectX 11+)

The emulator substantially reproduces this legacy machine in minute detail.

Changelog (v1.1.0.1 -> v1.1.0.3):

• Fix broken command line relative path handling.
• Improved performance of quickspeed from the 100Hz mode.
• Remove possibly uncommon VIC bug such that a sprite with x-position 0×163 gets drawn at 0×164. Some but not all real C64s have this bug.
• Use the new DirectX flip model if using Windows 10.
• Fix null pointer access start up crash on Windows 7.
• Automatically position the ImgUI popup when out of bounds.
• Automatic mini-dump file creation with the application folder for application crashes.

Download:

• Hoxs64 32/64 bit (1485)

source: hoxs64.net

Atari U1MB/Side2/AVG Cart Firmware Update to the latest version.

Gallery:

Download:

• Ultimate 1MB Firmware
• Side 2 Cartridge
• AVG Cartridge

Texas Instruments TI-99/4A Repair.

Defect:

• Garbage boot screen.

Replaced parts:

• 2 x TMS4116-15 RAM (U102 / U105)

Gallery of the repair:

A new version of the firmware for the AVGCART (SD multicart for 8bit Atari) by tmp is released.

Changelog (v0019):

• Various speed-ups (SD card and FS handling rewritten.

Download:

• AVGCART [0019] (618)

source: atariage.com

Hoxs64 written by David Horrocks is a Commodore 64 emulator for Microsoft Windows (DirectX 11+)

The emulator substantially reproduces this legacy machine in minute detail.

Changelog (v1.0.23.1 -> v1.1.0.1):

• Fix missing XInput1_4.dll error on Windows 7.
• New DirectX 11.1 graphics implementation to replace the old DirectX 9 implementation. Requires Microsoft Visual C++ 2019 runtime installation.
• Fix CPU DMA timing bug with SHA SHX SHY.
• CIA shift register timing fixes to accommodate Vice testprogs:
  • cia-sdr-icr-new.prg
  • cia-sdr-icr-old.prg
  • cia-sdr-load.prg
• New ImgGui based file selector for full screen mode with option to opt out of windowed mode use.
• Added 100Hz full screen frame rate doubler option to help prevent IPS LCD pixel burn in when using G-Sync.
• Improved G-Sync performance with the host CPU aggressive mode.
• Fix joystick settings dialog configuration fault.
• Added aspect ratio resizing option to windowed mode.
• Added 6th key to the joystick assignment key map.
• Fix configuration save / load of joystick fire 2.

Download:

• Hoxs64 32/64 bit (1019)

source: hoxs64.net

What can I do with this?

With the new Ultimate 64 firmware (>=1.1c) there is an option to receive video frames & audio over a network connection at 50fps.

You can use this tool to capture those frames into an image, audio or video file.

Changelog v1.23 (07/05/2020):

• ~ Fixed: D64 & PRG should not be loadable if remote start is disabled
• ~ Fixed: D64 & PRG with capitals not working
• + Added: Import function to import Vice Palette File (VPL)
• + Added: Audio output device (DirectSound, Wasapi, waveOut) setting
• - On some systems changing output device can lower latency

Download: U64 Streamer v1.23 (628)

source: u64streamer

This Amiga 4000 is completely devastated on both sides of the PCB by the leaked acid of the battery and kept in a humid room for at least 20 years.

There are still a couple of things to keep, but i will do it later if necessary.

First of all, a premise: All the repairs i do are for hobby purpose ONLY. It is NOT a job, and i fix stuff for a selected people group that i consider needs my help. All other people please ask somewhere else to get your items repaired back.

A guy contacted me asking help for a repair and after an exchange of messages i agreed to repair his Amiga 4000 which at boot only displayed a Black screen.

I immediately noticed a fairly important damage caused by battery and caps acid leakage.

After cleaned everything and replaced capacitors on motherboard / 3640 and PSU (the fault persisted, of course).

Next, i used the Chucky DIAGROM: the DIAGROM is useful to understand what might be that doesn’t work, and the output via RS232 is also very useful if nothing is displayed on the screen.

Unfortunately the DIAGROM worked partially because the mouse was completely dead and therefore i have used the output via Serial but this is also worked partially because evidently also the serial is dead but in some precarious moments i  have tried to run the Sound test and no sound was reproduced.

Moral: Partially working Serial port + Mouse not working + Audio not working = Paula.

Replaced the PAULA (U400) everything started to work correctly apart the FASTRAM with 4 x 4MB SIMM modules each the system sees only 2 in the U852/U853 positions for a total of 8MB.

The problem was a short circuit probably caused by the acid leaking from the battery, i had to clean the PCB for the tenth time and the problem was fixed.

No more other to say, except that i am happy i succeeded to repaired this Amiga 4000 for a person that needed my help.

Gallery of the repair:

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Video:

NEW TAG: C64 BIG GAME PACK

Some new games or tools (Cracked / Trained or Unrealeased) for Commodore 64 have been released from your favorites groups.

Titles:

• Toxic (2020 Edition) +3D
• Krakens V2 +
• Bucket Wars V1.2 +
• Evolution +7DGM
• Astro Panic +2
• Amok Preview +
• Dynasty Wars +5DGHI
• Alternate Reality – The City +11D [REU]
• Mario’s Cement Factory Preview
• Krakens V2 +2D
• My Life V1.4 +6HD
• Atic Atac +1D
• Megamania C64 +D
• Gyruss +7HDG Top Score Edition
• The Curse of Rabenstein +D [LAXITY]
• The Curse of Rabenstein +D [HF]
• 911 Tiger Shark +2DF
• Airwolf +2DF
• Freddy Hardest +2DF
• Netherworld USA +3
• Space Fire Preview +
• LogiTrumps
• Char Snake 64 +
• LogiTrumps (128)
• LogiTrumps VS (128)
• Chiller 2 Preview
• Chiller 2 Preview 2 +3H
• The Curse of Rabenstein +D
• Dragon Ninja +7D (IDE64)
• UN Squadron +6DFGI
• Nucleo 448 [seuck]
• Tiny Quest Preview +
• The Curse of Rabenstein +DS
• RodMän V1.2 +3
• Meteor Strike +2
• Koekoek-Koekoek +D [dutch]
• C64 Snail Maze +
• City Bomber 4k
• DKJ Game & Watch +1D
• Quiltrex64 Preview
• Merge 64 +1H
• Merge 64 +D
• Cosmic Balance
• Tiny Quest Preview 2 +3
• Giana Sisters Junior +2
• Hercules – Slayer of the Damned +5DMI
• Ghost Town 64 +1P
• Ghost Town 64
• Ghost Town 64 +1D
• Klett Training Spanisch +D [german]
• Ghost Town 64 +9D
• Quiltrex64 Preview 2 +
• Wurmspiel 20
• Tai-Pan +DG
• Ace of Aces +4D
• Kobo64 +5D [cartridge]
• Toilet Paper Stacker +1HD
• Toilet Paper Stacker
• Curse of the Aztec Temple
• TenDrive 10liner Game
• City Bomber 4K +HF
• C64 Early Goldies Classic Games Collection
• Neptune Lander Preview 2
• Pacemaker +T
• Fold’em Preview 2 +
• Quiltrex64 Preview V3
• Quiltrex64 Preview 3
• Flying Saucers Preview
• Rudy Hammer +3DH
• Amok +1F
• Amok
• Filled In
• Street Sports Football +D
• Street Sports Basketball +D
• Street Sports Baseball +D
• Street Sports Soccer +D
• Mancala +DG

Download: All Games in One Archive (5008)

source: csdb.dk

This is the official demo party results from Revision 2020. See also the CSDB Revision 2020 section for more informations.

C64 4K Intro:

• 2 – Morte Subita by Resource, Royal Belgian Beer Squadron
• 5 – 4korona Intro by Excess
• 8 – BEE#1 Invitation by Brainstorm
• 9 – Hebrews 12:2 by LoveJesus

Mixed:

• 4 – Space Dude by Malmix (Graphics)
• 7 – Bone-headed by Titus (Graphics)
• 14 – Meeting by Nosfe (Graphics)

Mixed Graphics:

• 7 – Patron of Crowns by Censor Design
• 10 – Lambo by Imaginarium
• 12 – Retooama by The 7th Division

Mixed Music:

• 4 – Microgroove by LMan
• 5 – Radio Free Truth [2sid] by Atlantis, MultiStyle Labs, Proxima
• 10 – Scruffy by Darklite, Dekadence, Hoaxers
• 15 – B13 by Russian Massive Digital Aggression
• 17 – Joyfilled Aleluya by LoveJesus

Mixed Demo:

• 3 – Fight! by Atlantis

Download: Revision 2020 Party stuff (718)

source: 2020.revision-party.net