Popular Post SainT Posted June 20, 2016 Popular Post Share Posted June 20, 2016 (edited) I've been getting quite a few PM's and messages in the Lynx thread asking about a Jaguar cartridge (Everdrive style), which I've hinted at in a few other places. I thought I'd just make it known that the design for a Jaguar cartridge is largely complete and I've started some actual work on it. Although the Lynx cartridge production is taking all my spare time at the moment, so until I've got that under control then progress will be slow. What I have got sorted is a good start, however. I've got a windows tool chain setup for the Jag. I have replaced the boot ROM with my own code and have hooked the Jag up to my trusty old SC1224. Next up is interfacing the Jag's DSP port to the PC via a microcontroller using the high speed synchronous serial interface. This will then let me actually do simple dev work on the Jag to test cartridge hardware. This is going to be a while yet, it could well take another 6-12 months depending on how much time I need to devote to the Lynx, as this is just a hobby for me, so my time is limited. There are no pre-order lists or anything like that, and I will ask for posts relating to this to be removed as it's just way too early. However if anyone wants to ask any questions, or if I have any progress updates, this thread is a good place for them. Edited October 25, 2019 by SainT 73 Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/254003-upcoming-jaguar-game-drive-cartridge/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
JaguarBrett Posted June 20, 2016 Share Posted June 20, 2016 This is fantastic news indeed! Will certainly look forward to hearing more. Thank you sir for your efforts ?? 2 Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/254003-upcoming-jaguar-game-drive-cartridge/#findComment-3536105 Share on other sites More sharing options...
davidcalgary29 Posted June 20, 2016 Share Posted June 20, 2016 Amazing! I'd imagine that the demand will be immense, and on-going. Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/254003-upcoming-jaguar-game-drive-cartridge/#findComment-3536112 Share on other sites More sharing options...
fille1976 Posted June 20, 2016 Share Posted June 20, 2016 i have a v3 skunkboard,will be happy i can change it for saints card. 1 Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/254003-upcoming-jaguar-game-drive-cartridge/#findComment-3536120 Share on other sites More sharing options...
racerx Posted June 20, 2016 Share Posted June 20, 2016 Please add me to the l... Oh, right. 8 Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/254003-upcoming-jaguar-game-drive-cartridge/#findComment-3536123 Share on other sites More sharing options...
goaltoss Posted June 20, 2016 Share Posted June 20, 2016 This is awesome. I noticed in another thread you were asking about save ram. So is it safe to assume that the cart will support game saves? 1 Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/254003-upcoming-jaguar-game-drive-cartridge/#findComment-3536128 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guitari Posted June 20, 2016 Share Posted June 20, 2016 Presumably saint's sd solution will quicken the pace of homebrew development as devs can instantly upload to a real jag rather than the time consuming skunk methods. 1 Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/254003-upcoming-jaguar-game-drive-cartridge/#findComment-3536139 Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlangeUG Posted June 20, 2016 Share Posted June 20, 2016 (edited) This is the best news I've heard in a long time. A Jag multicart is something I've always wanted as most games are either too expensive or hard to find. when you have any sort of list put me down. Whenever it becomes available I shall be there. Thanks you so much for taking the time to create this and the Lynx cart. Edited June 20, 2016 by SlangeUG 1 Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/254003-upcoming-jaguar-game-drive-cartridge/#findComment-3536156 Share on other sites More sharing options...
SainT Posted June 20, 2016 Author Share Posted June 20, 2016 (edited) On 6/20/2016 at 11:06 PM, goaltoss said: This is awesome. I noticed in another thread you were asking about save ram. So is it safe to assume that the cart will support game saves? Yep, I have that covered. At the moment I support upto the max EEPROM size used on the Jag which will be persisted to the memory card. I've actually designed / written and simulated the majority of the custom chip needed to handle things like this already. The custom chip on the cart (a CPLD type device) will be programmable from the Jag, so updates to the hardware functionality can actaully be made after release as well. Edited October 25, 2019 by SainT 3 Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/254003-upcoming-jaguar-game-drive-cartridge/#findComment-3536157 Share on other sites More sharing options...
SainT Posted June 20, 2016 Author Share Posted June 20, 2016 (edited) On 6/20/2016 at 11:19 PM, Guitari said: Presumably saint's sd solution will quicken the pace of homebrew development as devs can instantly upload to a real jag rather than the time consuming skunk methods. I will most likely have a 'dev' option with USB connector and full hardware debugging capabilities as you'd find on an Alpine. This may be a standard feature depending on cost. In theory it's just an FTDI chip, so it's not that much... Many features like this I will plan from a hardware level, but may require sofware assistance depending on complexity and free time. GadgetUK's assistance with the menu system on the Lynx cart is a prime example of what can happen when you get some community help! Edited October 25, 2019 by SainT 5 Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/254003-upcoming-jaguar-game-drive-cartridge/#findComment-3536161 Share on other sites More sharing options...
atarian63 Posted June 20, 2016 Share Posted June 20, 2016 very exciting, of course we all want this!!! Please keep the updates coming as you have time! Thank you! Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/254003-upcoming-jaguar-game-drive-cartridge/#findComment-3536197 Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrekMD Posted June 21, 2016 Share Posted June 21, 2016 This is superb. Something I will definitely want to get. Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/254003-upcoming-jaguar-game-drive-cartridge/#findComment-3536225 Share on other sites More sharing options...
+CyranoJ Posted June 21, 2016 Share Posted June 21, 2016 I will most likely have a 'dev' option with USB connector and full hardware debugging capabilities as you'd find on an Alpine. This may be a standard feature depending on cost. In theory it's just an FTDI chip, so it's not that much... Many features like this I will plan from a hardware level, but may require sofware assistance depending on complexity and free time. GadgetUK's assistance with the menu system on the Lynx SD is a prime example of what can happen when you get some community help! More than happy to help. If you need anything, just ask. 8 Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/254003-upcoming-jaguar-game-drive-cartridge/#findComment-3536228 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Austin Posted June 21, 2016 Share Posted June 21, 2016 Fantastic news! The Skunkboard has had its use, but for those that just want to game (easily), a SD-based option will be soooo much more convenient. 7 Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/254003-upcoming-jaguar-game-drive-cartridge/#findComment-3536231 Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Sauron Posted June 21, 2016 Share Posted June 21, 2016 An SD card solution for the Jag has been long overdue. I'll be keeping my fingers crossed! 4 Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/254003-upcoming-jaguar-game-drive-cartridge/#findComment-3536235 Share on other sites More sharing options...
+CyranoJ Posted June 21, 2016 Share Posted June 21, 2016 Fantastic news! The Skunkboard has had its use, but for those that just want to game (easily), a SD-based option will be soooo much more convenient. Yeah and taking Reboot to a show or event means only having to secure one cart 7 Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/254003-upcoming-jaguar-game-drive-cartridge/#findComment-3536248 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atariboy Posted June 21, 2016 Share Posted June 21, 2016 Any chance that it will play disc images as well, much like how the Cuttle Cart II supported Supercharger tape games? Or will it be cartridge titles only? 1 Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/254003-upcoming-jaguar-game-drive-cartridge/#findComment-3536257 Share on other sites More sharing options...
venom4728a Posted June 21, 2016 Share Posted June 21, 2016 Awesome News! Will be following this thread closely. Love to help in any way possible. Robert 1 Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/254003-upcoming-jaguar-game-drive-cartridge/#findComment-3536260 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mckafka99 Posted June 21, 2016 Share Posted June 21, 2016 Awesome! Can't wait for this! Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/254003-upcoming-jaguar-game-drive-cartridge/#findComment-3536261 Share on other sites More sharing options...
SabertoothRetro Posted June 21, 2016 Share Posted June 21, 2016 YES! YES! YES! Great news. As someone who has is happily enjoying the Lynx SD card, I am very much looking forward seeing this project come to fruition. 3 Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/254003-upcoming-jaguar-game-drive-cartridge/#findComment-3536292 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick Dangerous Posted June 21, 2016 Share Posted June 21, 2016 Oh yeah! If it's anything like your Lynx SD Cart I'm in! 1 Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/254003-upcoming-jaguar-game-drive-cartridge/#findComment-3536300 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg2600 Posted June 21, 2016 Share Posted June 21, 2016 Good luck Saint! 1 Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/254003-upcoming-jaguar-game-drive-cartridge/#findComment-3536304 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krip316 Posted June 21, 2016 Share Posted June 21, 2016 Looks like I'm not selling my jag now. This got me all excited! I'm like a kid in a candy store. 1 Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/254003-upcoming-jaguar-game-drive-cartridge/#findComment-3536328 Share on other sites More sharing options...
MockyLock Posted June 21, 2016 Share Posted June 21, 2016 'llo here ! So it's finally the time when my Skunkboard will deserve its retirement. And time for me to bookmark this thread. I'll be on the first line the release day ! Really good news indeed ! 1 Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/254003-upcoming-jaguar-game-drive-cartridge/#findComment-3536376 Share on other sites More sharing options...
owen2471 Posted June 21, 2016 Share Posted June 21, 2016 Great news. 1 Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/254003-upcoming-jaguar-game-drive-cartridge/#findComment-3536398 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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