SnapCraft Posted June 24, 2009 Share Posted June 24, 2009 Is it me or does it seem like this guy modded his Vectrex to get rapid fire? The video alone is convincing, but the dead give away is that you don't hear a constant tapping. Think you could get to Level 13 with this nice mod? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bcWQa_1dQfQ Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/146134-rapid-fire-for-vectrex/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Video Posted June 24, 2009 Share Posted June 24, 2009 I was gong to say you could ask, but Stitch done did, maybe he'll get a reply? As for the sound, well, it could also depemd on the camera and orientation, but a lot of compression could mask the button tap...but I see no reason not to have a turbo fire, the stick I believe is analog, but the buttons are still digital AFAIK, you could probably even put an "inline" device on it so you wouldn't have to take apart a controller. Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/146134-rapid-fire-for-vectrex/#findComment-1778830 Share on other sites More sharing options...
STICH666 Posted June 24, 2009 Share Posted June 24, 2009 Seeing as that video is over a year old and he doesn't seem to speak English, I don't think he'll respond. Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/146134-rapid-fire-for-vectrex/#findComment-1778837 Share on other sites More sharing options...
VectrexMad! Posted August 17, 2009 Share Posted August 17, 2009 Seeing as that video is over a year old and he doesn't seem to speak English, I don't think he'll respond. By chance I saw this message just as I today announced in an other topic that my VectrexMad! Productions AutoFire Dongle is available to order. Please see VectrexMad! Productions AutoFire Dongle for Vectrex regards VectrexMad! Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/146134-rapid-fire-for-vectrex/#findComment-1818422 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tr3vor Posted August 17, 2009 Share Posted August 17, 2009 I was gong to say you could ask, but Stitch done did, maybe he'll get a reply? As for the sound, well, it could also depemd on the camera and orientation, but a lot of compression could mask the button tap...but I see no reason not to have a turbo fire, the stick I believe is analog, but the buttons are still digital AFAIK, you could probably even put an "inline" device on it so you wouldn't have to take apart a controller. the joystick is digital Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/146134-rapid-fire-for-vectrex/#findComment-1818449 Share on other sites More sharing options...
GroovyBee Posted August 17, 2009 Share Posted August 17, 2009 the joystick is digital Nope! Its analogue. See :- http://vectrexmuseum.com/vectrexsystem.php Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/146134-rapid-fire-for-vectrex/#findComment-1818455 Share on other sites More sharing options...
VectrexMad! Posted August 17, 2009 Share Posted August 17, 2009 the joystick is digital Nope! Its analogue. See :- http://vectrexmuseum.com/vectrexsystem.php GroovyBee is 100% correct! The stick is analogue and the buttons are digital. regards VectrexMad! Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/146134-rapid-fire-for-vectrex/#findComment-1818463 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tr3vor Posted August 18, 2009 Share Posted August 18, 2009 well, that makes the vectrex better! Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/146134-rapid-fire-for-vectrex/#findComment-1818871 Share on other sites More sharing options...
warmachine Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 I don't think that vectrex has autofire. It just seems like the camera may be too slow. Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/146134-rapid-fire-for-vectrex/#findComment-1819342 Share on other sites More sharing options...
VectrexMad! Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 (edited) I don't think that vectrex has autofire.It just seems like the camera may be too slow. No the Vectrex doesn't have autofire but see the video for my new homebrew product in another topic: VectrexMad! Productions AutoFire Dongle for the Vectrex regards VectrexMad! Edited August 19, 2009 by VectrexMad! Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/146134-rapid-fire-for-vectrex/#findComment-1819361 Share on other sites More sharing options...
warmachine Posted August 20, 2009 Share Posted August 20, 2009 <!--quoteo(post=1819342:date=Wed Aug 19, 2009 4:00 AM:name=warmachine)--><div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (warmachine @ Wed Aug 19, 2009 4:00 AM) <a href="index.php?act=findpost&pid=1819342"><{POST_SNAPBACK}></a></div><div class='quotemain'><!--quotec-->I don't think that vectrex has autofire. It just seems like the camera may be too slow.<!--QuoteEnd--></div><!--QuoteEEnd--> No the Vectrex doesn't have autofire but see the video for my new homebrew product in another topic: <a href='index.php?showtopic=149074'>VectrexMad! Productions AutoFire Dongle for the Vectrex</a> regards VectrexMad! I was talking about the vectrex in the video. I've read on one of the vectrex sites that autofire is possible. If the vectrex in the video had some kind of autofire mod, the person who made it probably would have shown it. Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/146134-rapid-fire-for-vectrex/#findComment-1820442 Share on other sites More sharing options...
VectrexMad! Posted August 21, 2009 Share Posted August 21, 2009 I've read on one of the vectrex sites that autofire is possible. Yes, like I said before, see the AutoFire Dongle topic or just go straight to my website http://www.vectrex.co.uk If the vectrex in the video had some kind of autofire mod, the person who made it probably would have shown it. Like in my video unless they built it into the Vectrex... Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/146134-rapid-fire-for-vectrex/#findComment-1820896 Share on other sites More sharing options...
nonner242 Posted September 18, 2009 Share Posted September 18, 2009 I've read on one of the vectrex sites that autofire is possible. Yes, like I said before, see the AutoFire Dongle topic or just go straight to my website http://www.vectrex.co.uk If the vectrex in the video had some kind of autofire mod, the person who made it probably would have shown it. Like in my video unless they built it into the Vectrex... LOL...Read the posts People.. Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/146134-rapid-fire-for-vectrex/#findComment-1841454 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kenny_McCormic Posted September 19, 2009 Share Posted September 19, 2009 Any system with controller ports that directly connect to the individual buttons can have an inline autofire device made from a 555 or whatever have you. Considering that commodore/atari/sega shared connectors and pinouts back in the day, I wouldn't doubt it if a commercial autofire box exists. Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/146134-rapid-fire-for-vectrex/#findComment-1841557 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rev. Rob Posted September 19, 2009 Share Posted September 19, 2009 I say yes, it's a definite mod. Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/146134-rapid-fire-for-vectrex/#findComment-1841602 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Video Posted September 19, 2009 Share Posted September 19, 2009 Just remember, befor going in with a mod (or even a passthrough type device) that the game has to be programmed to use it. Games like Space Invaders will only fire once, and not again untill your bullet hits something or leaves the screen (IMO the most agrevating thing about the game) While some other games will let you fire as fast as you want, and still other games will let you fire again instantly, but the previous shot dissappears. Anyhow, just don't bbe to surprised if a LOT of games won't work properly with an autofire device. Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/146134-rapid-fire-for-vectrex/#findComment-1841975 Share on other sites More sharing options...
nonner242 Posted September 19, 2009 Share Posted September 19, 2009 Just remember, befor going in with a mod (or even a passthrough type device) that the game has to be programmed to use it. Games like Space Invaders will only fire once, and not again untill your bullet hits something or leaves the screen (IMO the most agrevating thing about the game) While some other games will let you fire as fast as you want, and still other games will let you fire again instantly, but the previous shot dissappears. Anyhow, just don't bbe to surprised if a LOT of games won't work properly with an autofire device. I have one..I'll try it out and let ya'll know when I get a free day with my Veccy! Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/146134-rapid-fire-for-vectrex/#findComment-1841978 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Like us on Facebook
Follow us on Twitter
AtariAge on Instagram
Watch us on YouTube
Chat on Discord
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.