iesposta Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 I need to track down Missile Command+. I do want to have Centipede and Reactor running on a 2600 with the Trak-Ball at the show. I need a 2600 Trak-Ball controller. ..Al And Millipede! Al, some info: There were 15,000 early CX22 Trak-balls that say "Atari 2600 Trak-Ball". They DO NOT have a true trackball mode switch, and have a dark bottom case. They are joystick output only like the WICO Trakball. (Saw 2 recently on eBay). The CX22's with the white/yellowed white base that just say "Atari Trak-Ball" have the joystick/trak-ball switch. Then the early CX80 Trak-balls have CX22 output. I bought one NIB a few years ago possibly from Best Electronics. It came in the box with many languages printed on the back. It outputs like a CX22. Both models operate about the same with the CX80 feeling a bit more solid. Also regarding TB and Harmony. In TB mode it is erratic and fairly impossible to select a folder or ROM. I switch it to JS mode and turn the console off and then back on. After selecting the TB ROM version I switch to TB mode, and start the game. Dedicated one off TB cartridges would eliminate the Harmony menu hassle of course. You will probably have them on carts for shows. I'll definitely get these TB hacks on carts in the future. They will be a bit less of a hassle to plug in and play than switching trak-ball modes and systems on/off. It will be after I order most of the new games from the Store and save up some more money. Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/242779-portland-retro-gaming-expo-october-17th-and-18th/page/2/#findComment-3332989 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Albert Posted September 29, 2015 Author Share Posted September 29, 2015 Millipede has also now been converted to run a CX22 Trak-Ball, in case you missed it. Yes! I'm going to test all of those this week, probably tomorrow! ..Al Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/242779-portland-retro-gaming-expo-october-17th-and-18th/page/2/#findComment-3333049 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Albert Posted September 29, 2015 Author Share Posted September 29, 2015 You will probably have them on carts for shows. Yes, I'm going to make carts for them at the show, that will be much easier for people to deal with than a Harmony Cart, especially if the menu is a bit more difficult to navigate as a result. Thanks for the feedback on that. ..Al Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/242779-portland-retro-gaming-expo-october-17th-and-18th/page/2/#findComment-3333050 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Age-of-Atarius Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 Man I wish I could go ot this one too. Albert has got some great guest speakers lined up. Going to stick with the Texas & nearby shows. I will probably set up mine own vendor table next year. Great way to sell a whole bunch of extras and pick up some rares missing in my collections. I used to help setup and sell at the local Hot Wheels shows. Not a big deal anymore as the Treasure Hunts are cheaper and that market is way down. Retro Gaming really seems to be blowing up crazy. Many older games are sky rocketing in value especially since Lame Stop quits buying/selling'trading the older systems. Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/242779-portland-retro-gaming-expo-october-17th-and-18th/page/2/#findComment-3333131 Share on other sites More sharing options...
+swlovinist Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 A great show to attend. Something for everyone, and I cant state it enough. I will be on a panel with MetalJesusRocks talking about games. I will have many exclusive items for sale this year. I will debuting a homebrew Sega Genesis game Code Eliminator programmed by theloon at my table. Game is also available in Sega CD form. I will have Atari 2600 games Catacombs of Chaos and Game Panic for the 2600. I also will be showcasing a new collector DVD for collecting Neo Geo and Turbo Grafx. Show is right around the corner, I cant wait. Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/242779-portland-retro-gaming-expo-october-17th-and-18th/page/2/#findComment-3333173 Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Cafeman Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 If this is the way the PRGE is going to be, I've got to find a way to attend next year. I have hoped that something on the east side would occur again - like the old Philly or Cinci Classics. But even though there are shows to attend , AtariAge doesn't attend and the focus is not as awesome as PRGE. So, I am asking everybody to film lots of video clips to share with us stuck at home. Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/242779-portland-retro-gaming-expo-october-17th-and-18th/page/2/#findComment-3333206 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ComputerSpaceFan Posted September 30, 2015 Share Posted September 30, 2015 So, I am asking everybody to film lots of video clips to share with us stuck at home. Don't you worry, my camera will be fully charged for my video! 2 Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/242779-portland-retro-gaming-expo-october-17th-and-18th/page/2/#findComment-3333905 Share on other sites More sharing options...
+cmart604 Posted October 4, 2015 Share Posted October 4, 2015 So for those that have gone before, which hotel do you prefer, the Crowne Plaza or the Courtyard Marriott? Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/242779-portland-retro-gaming-expo-october-17th-and-18th/page/2/#findComment-3337300 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ComputerSpaceFan Posted October 5, 2015 Share Posted October 5, 2015 So for those that have gone before, which hotel do you prefer, the Crowne Plaza or the Courtyard Marriott? Never stayed at the Marriott but Crowne Plaza is very nice and within an easy walk of the Convention Center. Super handy if you're carting back a sweet haul of purchases to your hotel room. Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/242779-portland-retro-gaming-expo-october-17th-and-18th/page/2/#findComment-3337391 Share on other sites More sharing options...
+cmart604 Posted October 5, 2015 Share Posted October 5, 2015 Never stayed at the Marriott but Crowne Plaza is very nice and within an easy walk of the Convention Center. Super handy if you're carting back a sweet haul of purchases to your hotel room. Cool, that's the one I was thinking of staying at. Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/242779-portland-retro-gaming-expo-october-17th-and-18th/page/2/#findComment-3337530 Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Wonder007 Posted October 17, 2015 Share Posted October 17, 2015 I am on the plane with my son at LAX right now... Can't wait to see all of you there. This is going to be awesome. Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/242779-portland-retro-gaming-expo-october-17th-and-18th/page/2/#findComment-3346568 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Savetz Posted October 17, 2015 Share Posted October 17, 2015 Hey all. If you see me at PRGE, I'll give you an ANTIC podcast sticker, while supplies last. Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/242779-portland-retro-gaming-expo-october-17th-and-18th/page/2/#findComment-3346617 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mmervine Posted October 17, 2015 Share Posted October 17, 2015 I am unable to make it this year. I hope everyone that does has a great time. Looking forward to seeing the pictures of the AA booth! 1 Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/242779-portland-retro-gaming-expo-october-17th-and-18th/page/2/#findComment-3346796 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thomas Jentzsch Posted October 17, 2015 Share Posted October 17, 2015 Also regarding TB and Harmony. In TB mode it is erratic and fairly impossible to select a folder or ROM. You can use the console switches instead. Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/242779-portland-retro-gaming-expo-october-17th-and-18th/page/2/#findComment-3346807 Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Tarzilla Posted October 17, 2015 Share Posted October 17, 2015 (edited) I am unable to make it this year. I hope everyone that does has a great time. Looking forward to seeing the pictures of the AA booth!30 minutes to goEdit. That is the AA booth Edited October 17, 2015 by Tarzilla 2 Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/242779-portland-retro-gaming-expo-october-17th-and-18th/page/2/#findComment-3346843 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thomas Jentzsch Posted October 17, 2015 Share Posted October 17, 2015 More pics! Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/242779-portland-retro-gaming-expo-october-17th-and-18th/page/2/#findComment-3346948 Share on other sites More sharing options...
+cmart604 Posted October 17, 2015 Share Posted October 17, 2015 Rev has started one in the Intellivision section as well.... Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/242779-portland-retro-gaming-expo-october-17th-and-18th/page/2/#findComment-3347018 Share on other sites More sharing options...
+McCallister Posted October 17, 2015 Share Posted October 17, 2015 Rev has started one in the Intellivision section as well.... Here's the link: PRGE 2015 - Post your convention pictures here! 1 Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/242779-portland-retro-gaming-expo-october-17th-and-18th/page/2/#findComment-3347023 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ComputerSpaceFan Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 It was awesome meeting up with Albert today and .... That nice lady attending the booth? Sorry forgot your name .... Anyway awesome show, definitely going to try adding Sunday next time so we're not pressed for time. Just wish Harmony carts had been in stock today ... Maybe next year? Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/242779-portland-retro-gaming-expo-october-17th-and-18th/page/2/#findComment-3347282 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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