nathanallan Posted July 25, 2010 Share Posted July 25, 2010 I was wondering will it get power from the cart slot or will it require its own power adopter. It'll take power from the cart slot. Um, will that mean a new power supply will be needed? Does the stock one provide enough amperage? I had to ask. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaybird3rd Posted July 25, 2010 Share Posted July 25, 2010 Um, will that mean a new power supply will be needed? Does the stock one provide enough amperage? I had to ask. The stock 7800 power supply is pretty beefy (1000mA, as I recall), so it should be powerful enough. The Expansion Module doesn't add much except RAM and POKEY, both of which have always been powered by the cartridge slot in the past. Very nice job on the Expansion Module case design, by the way: it really blends in nicely with the original console. Two persnickety questions: will the final case have a textured surface to match the original, or will it be a smooth glossy surface (as it seems to be in the pictures)? Also, since it covers the original face plate, will there be any kind of face plate on the Expansion Module? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenfused Posted July 26, 2010 Share Posted July 26, 2010 I think it needs a name and maybe even a logo. Has one been chosen? It would make it easier to indicate that a cartridge requires it. "7800 Expansion Module" doesn't just flow off the tongue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Laird Posted July 26, 2010 Share Posted July 26, 2010 I think it needs a name and maybe even a logo. Has one been chosen? It would make it easier to indicate that a cartridge requires it. "7800 Expansion Module" doesn't just flow off the tongue 7800 XM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Curt Vendel Posted July 26, 2010 Author Share Posted July 26, 2010 It will match the exact texturing on the top and smooth sides as the 7800 and yes it will have a brushed aluminum name plate with rainbow line and say "7800 Expansion Module" It will also come in a professional box as well, this is meant to really have the look and feel of it being on a store shelf from 1984. Um, will that mean a new power supply will be needed? Does the stock one provide enough amperage? I had to ask. The stock 7800 power supply is pretty beefy (1000mA, as I recall), so it should be powerful enough. The Expansion Module doesn't add much except RAM and POKEY, both of which have always been powered by the cartridge slot in the past. Very nice job on the Expansion Module case design, by the way: it really blends in nicely with the original console. Two persnickety questions: will the final case have a textured surface to match the original, or will it be a smooth glossy surface (as it seems to be in the pictures)? Also, since it covers the original face plate, will there be any kind of face plate on the Expansion Module? 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaybird3rd Posted July 26, 2010 Share Posted July 26, 2010 It will match the exact texturing on the top and smooth sides as the 7800 and yes it will have a brushed aluminum name plate with rainbow line and say "7800 Expansion Module" It will also come in a professional box as well, this is meant to really have the look and feel of it being on a store shelf from 1984. Very impressive, especially considering the price point! I'm sure that brushed aluminum plates in particular aren't cheap to make. I know I'll be buying (at least) one of these for sure! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atari Joe Posted July 26, 2010 Share Posted July 26, 2010 It will match the exact texturing on the top and smooth sides as the 7800 and yes it will have a brushed aluminum name plate with rainbow line and say "7800 Expansion Module" It will also come in a professional box as well, this is meant to really have the look and feel of it being on a store shelf from 1984. I am really pleased to hear this. The authenticity of the aluminum name plate that says "7800 Expansion Module" and the original 1984-style box really highlight the beauty of this project for those who not only appreciate the hardware capabilities and great games, but also the packaging, "retail" experience, etc. Really great job. Has the packaging been designed yet? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaDDuck Posted July 26, 2010 Share Posted July 26, 2010 It will match the exact texturing on the top and smooth sides as the 7800 and yes it will have a brushed aluminum name plate with rainbow line and say "7800 Expansion Module" It will also come in a professional box as well, this is meant to really have the look and feel of it being on a store shelf from 1984. I am really pleased to hear this. The authenticity of the aluminum name plate that says "7800 Expansion Module" and the original 1984-style box really highlight the beauty of this project for those who not only appreciate the hardware capabilities and great games, but also the packaging, "retail" experience, etc. Really great job. Has the packaging been designed yet? fantastic!!!! I can't hardly wait for it. Now if I could just a composite video mod for my 7800...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Curt Vendel Posted July 26, 2010 Author Share Posted July 26, 2010 So if "7800 Expansion Module" isn't a good name... What about "7800 Super Game Module" We steal the moniker from Colecovision for its prototype Wafer module. I mean - all of the next games will be Super Games since they'll be able to use more memory, have high score capability and Pokey or Advance Audio Chip sound. I'm going to be working on the label samples in August, so I would certainly like to hear what everyone feels should be the final name of the module. I will open a poll here in the 7800 Forum and cross post a link here: http://www.atariage.com/forums/topic/166617-poll-new-module-name/ Curt 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+cmart604 Posted July 26, 2010 Share Posted July 26, 2010 It will match the exact texturing on the top and smooth sides as the 7800 and yes it will have a brushed aluminum name plate with rainbow line and say "7800 Expansion Module" It will also come in a professional box as well, this is meant to really have the look and feel of it being on a store shelf from 1984. Very impressive, especially considering the price point! I'm sure that brushed aluminum plates in particular aren't cheap to make. I know I'll be buying (at least) one of these for sure! I'll echo jaybird's thoughts...sounds very cool, can't wait to buy one (or more ). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaDDuck Posted July 26, 2010 Share Posted July 26, 2010 So if "7800 Expansion Module" isn't a good name... What about "7800 Super Game Module" We steal the moniker from Colecovision for its prototype Wafer module. I mean - all of the next games will be Super Games since they'll be able to use more memory, have high score capability and Pokey or Advance Audio Chip sound. I'm going to be working on the label samples in August, so I would certainly like to hear what everyone feels should be the final name of the module. I will open a poll here in the 7800 Forum and cross post a link here: http://www.atariage.com/forums/topic/166617-poll-new-module-name/ Curt well......... How about these: The Atari 360 the Abox The Super happy fun box. the Playstation 4 Just add a SID chip in it with a Pokey and call it Gumby damnit! The Vedel 7800 Or just call it the Curt, it's short, to the point, and curt!!!! As long as I can call it mine, I will be happy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rybags Posted July 26, 2010 Share Posted July 26, 2010 Just backpedalling a bit here... is there a list of tech specs/features of this module? And also... since it'll have a Pokey, how about the port so you can attach an XEGS keyboard to it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaDDuck Posted July 26, 2010 Share Posted July 26, 2010 So if "7800 Expansion Module" isn't a good name... What about "7800 Super Game Module" We steal the moniker from Colecovision for its prototype Wafer module. I mean - all of the next games will be Super Games since they'll be able to use more memory, have high score capability and Pokey or Advance Audio Chip sound. I'm going to be working on the label samples in August, so I would certainly like to hear what everyone feels should be the final name of the module. I will open a poll here in the 7800 Forum and cross post a link here: http://www.atariage.com/forums/topic/166617-poll-new-module-name/ Curt well......... How about these: The Atari 360 the Abox The Super happy fun box. the Playstation 4 Just add a SID chip in it with a Pokey and call it Gumby damnit! The Vedel 7800 Or just call it the Curt, it's short, to the point, and curt!!!! As long as I can call it mine, I will be happy! oh and to commemorate this event, I peeled off the protective plastic cover from my faceplate!! Owwwwwwww shiny. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaDDuck Posted July 26, 2010 Share Posted July 26, 2010 (edited) It will match the exact texturing on the top and smooth sides as the 7800 and yes it will have a brushed aluminum name plate with rainbow line and say "7800 Expansion Module" It will also come in a professional box as well, this is meant to really have the look and feel of it being on a store shelf from 1984. I am really pleased to hear this. The authenticity of the aluminum name plate that says "7800 Expansion Module" and the original 1984-style box really highlight the beauty of this project for those who not only appreciate the hardware capabilities and great games, but also the packaging, "retail" experience, etc. Really great job. Has the packaging been designed yet? As for names for the unit, how about: the Atari 360 Abox Super Happy Fun Module the Atari Entertainment System the Vendel 7800 The Atari 360 the Abox the Playstation 4 Just add a SID chip in it with a Pokey and call it Gumby damnit! The Vedel 7800 Or just the Curt, it's short, to the point and curt!!! Anyone else have any ideas?? Edited July 26, 2010 by MaDDuck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaDDuck Posted July 26, 2010 Share Posted July 26, 2010 So if "7800 Expansion Module" isn't a good name... What about "7800 Super Game Module" We steal the moniker from Colecovision for its prototype Wafer module. I mean - all of the next games will be Super Games since they'll be able to use more memory, have high score capability and Pokey or Advance Audio Chip sound. I'm going to be working on the label samples in August, so I would certainly like to hear what everyone feels should be the final name of the module. I will open a poll here in the 7800 Forum and cross post a link here: http://www.atariage.com/forums/topic/166617-poll-new-module-name/ Curt well......... How about these: The Atari 360 the Abox the Playstation 4 Just add a SID chip in it with a Pokey and call it Gumby damnit! The Vedel 7800 the Atari 360 Abox Super Happy Fun Module the Atari Entertainment System the Playstation 4 Or just call it the Curt, it's short, to the point, and curt!!!! As long as I can call it mine, I will be happy! oh and to commemorate this event, I peeled off the protective plastic cover from my faceplate!! Owwwwwwww shiny. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GroovyBee Posted July 26, 2010 Share Posted July 26, 2010 Just backpedalling a bit here... is there a list of tech specs/features of this module? See the news article on the front page for an overview. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockfistus Posted July 26, 2010 Share Posted July 26, 2010 Why aren't the hardware engineers allowed to have any fun working with the limitations? Don't be so anal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GroovyBee Posted July 26, 2010 Share Posted July 26, 2010 Why aren't the hardware engineers allowed to have any fun working with the limitations? Don't be so anal. Who is this a reply to? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AtariNerd Posted July 27, 2010 Share Posted July 27, 2010 Super Game Module sounds pretty strait forward, to the point and gets my thumbs up. Reminds me of something SEGA might have named an add-on for the Anglophone market. But wasn't that about the time when companies where also trying to position consoles like the Colecovision and even a couple companies targeted add-ons for the 2600, as more than game machines, but the potential to be computers - even though that's what most people used their expansions for, better games. I think if it had come to market, they might have emphasized that potential and picked something a little unusual, less fathomable and more alphanumeric ie XEGS, probably cringe-worthy, possibly something the kids could find unintentional sexual innuendo from, like for example. These are just for fun.: 7800 Super Expander 7800 Super Expansion System 7800 Super Enhancement System or to make it more obvious 7800 Super Enhancement Xystem 7800 Super Expansion Xystem Or taking the Prosystem moniker further. 7800 Super System 7800 Super Prosystem 7800 Expander Pro Naw, I like Curts.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rex Dart Posted July 27, 2010 Share Posted July 27, 2010 Super Game Module sounds pretty strait forward, to the point and gets my thumbs up. Reminds me of something SEGA might have named an add-on for the Anglophone market. But wasn't that about the time when companies where also trying to position consoles like the Colecovision and even a couple companies targeted add-ons for the 2600, as more than game machines, but the potential to be computers - even though that's what most people used their expansions for, better games. I think if it had come to market, they might have emphasized that potential and picked something a little unusual, less fathomable and more alphanumeric ie XEGS, probably cringe-worthy, possibly something the kids could find unintentional sexual innuendo from, like for example. These are just for fun.: 7800 Super Expander 7800 Super Expansion System 7800 Super Enhancement System or to make it more obvious 7800 Super Enhancement Xystem 7800 Super Expansion Xystem Or taking the Prosystem moniker further. 7800 Super System 7800 Super Prosystem 7800 Expander Pro Naw, I like Curts.. Well, we do have an entire thread for discussing names for the thing, but I doubt an add-on would be called a system. It's not a system. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nathanallan Posted July 27, 2010 Share Posted July 27, 2010 Um, will that mean a new power supply will be needed? Does the stock one provide enough amperage? I had to ask. The stock 7800 power supply is pretty beefy (1000mA, as I recall), so it should be powerful enough. The Expansion Module doesn't add much except RAM and POKEY, both of which have always been powered by the cartridge slot in the past. That means I'll get to make a new power supply for my 7800. It's a custom job, uses a Sega 800mA supply that won't run for tournament type things, but will work for a good long while. I'll get to make a new one for it using a higher amperage one. I like these things (plus the tip is different, uses a stock 2600 phono style one instead of the two prong thing Atari had on it). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jet-X Posted July 27, 2010 Share Posted July 27, 2010 It will also come in a professional box as well, this is meant to really have the look and feel of it being on a store shelf from 1984. If you want a real throwback to Atari packaging in the day, make sure the box has some sort of "coming soon" with screenshots (even if just mocked up) of the games and apps planned for it on the back of the box. Will make the packaging even more exciting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DracIsBack Posted July 27, 2010 Share Posted July 27, 2010 If you want a real throwback to Atari packaging in the day, make sure the box has some sort of "coming soon" with screenshots (even if just mocked up) of the games and apps planned for it on the back of the box. Will make the packaging even more exciting. I think that would be cool, particularly if they improved upon Atari's trend of actually releasing what they advertised on the box! Case in point: http://www.atari7800.org/screenshots/Sky_Foxscreen.htm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AtariNerd Posted July 28, 2010 Share Posted July 28, 2010 Well, we do have an entire thread for discussing names for the thing, but I doubt an add-on would be called a system. It's not a system. As I soon embarrassingly discovered after posting in this thread. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jet-X Posted July 28, 2010 Share Posted July 28, 2010 If you want a real throwback to Atari packaging in the day, make sure the box has some sort of "coming soon" with screenshots (even if just mocked up) of the games and apps planned for it on the back of the box. Will make the packaging even more exciting. I think that would be cool, particularly if they improved upon Atari's trend of actually releasing what they advertised on the box! Case in point: http://www.atari7800.org/screenshots/Sky_Foxscreen.htm Another example - 7800 box and 5200 trak ball box .jpg].jpg] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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