Shift838 Posted January 4, 2023 Share Posted January 4, 2023 All, I have filled about 1/2 of the requested F18A (VGA) board orders over the last couple of weeks. (these are not the MK2! but the latest version for the VGA version with 1.9 firmware installed) I have enough parts left to fill the remaining users that have gauged interest and filled out my interest form: https://forms.gle/2MQAH79SUqqCuQGz5 If anyone else wants to be on the list for a second run, please go fill out the form. As everyone knows these Xilinx chips are getting quite expensive. I purchased 30 in the last batch, and to ensure they are not counterfeit I have to go with a reputable dealer that guarantees their authenticity. There have been a few users that have passed on their F18A simply because I never got a response when a notification was sent. If you are interested and receive a notification but for some reason are unable to purchase, please let me know, so I can immediately offer it to the next person in line. 6 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+acadiel Posted January 4, 2023 Share Posted January 4, 2023 Thanks for making these available again for the community! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shift838 Posted January 5, 2023 Author Share Posted January 5, 2023 6 hours ago, acadiel said: Thanks for making these available again for the community! I was glad I was able to make the available again. Once I came across a supply house that was willing to work with the quantity I needed. They usually only deal with higher quantities of 500+. But luckily when I called, the salesperson I spoke with had a guitar fetish, much like I do. We started chatting about guitars and our relative rigs and hit it off. Next thing I knew, he said he would work with me and so far, he has on my few orders I have done. 6 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NISMOPC Posted January 5, 2023 Share Posted January 5, 2023 (edited) @Shift838 Just made payment. THANK YOU!! Looking forward to receiving... Edited January 5, 2023 by NISMOPC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NISMOPC Posted January 10, 2023 Share Posted January 10, 2023 @Shift838 Thank you!!! Looks fantastic 😁. Did a no cut install for now. Only had to snip small section of inner metal cover by the cassette port. 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shift838 Posted January 11, 2023 Author Share Posted January 11, 2023 if you want to be part of this run, please go and sign up on the form mentioned in the first post. I will be sending out pre-order/pre-pay invoices soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InfiniteTape Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 On 1/9/2023 at 11:22 PM, NISMOPC said: @Shift838 Thank you!!! Looks fantastic 😁. Did a no cut install for now. Only had to snip small section of inner metal cover by the cassette port. I hadn't realized the ribbon cable would reach that far. I might have to give that a try. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NISMOPC Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 2 hours ago, InfiniteTape said: I hadn't realized the ribbon cable would reach that far. I might have to give that a try. And it runs perfectly across - no interference with any components, the case or screw holes. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duewester Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 I ended up doing this. Just made a template for the plug and screws on some painters tape. Cut through with razor knofe and then dremeled out. Honestly can't remember what I ended up doing inside. It all works so well I'm afraid to open it up and see. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shift838 Posted January 12, 2023 Author Share Posted January 12, 2023 invoices have been sent to all that signed up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emarquis1 Posted January 13, 2023 Share Posted January 13, 2023 On 1/9/2023 at 11:22 PM, NISMOPC said: @Shift838 Thank you!!! Looks fantastic 😁. Did a no cut install for now. Only had to snip small section of inner metal cover by the cassette port. I like the look of that joystick. What kind is it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emarquis1 Posted January 13, 2023 Share Posted January 13, 2023 18 hours ago, Duewester said: I ended up doing this. Just made a template for the plug and screws on some painters tape. Cut through with razor knofe and then dremeled out. Honestly can't remember what I ended up doing inside. It all works so well I'm afraid to open it up and see. That is nearly the same as how I installed mine. I nibbled a small slot in the metal cover where it meets the circuit board, filed the edges smooth and wrapped the cable with some tape where it contacts the metal. The cable routes just fine from the F18a over to where the connector is mounted. Going to mount a multi-crystal "turbo speed selector" switch on the upper left side of the console as well. Lots of space in the upper section. Once I pull it apart again soon, I'll post a few more pictures. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NISMOPC Posted January 13, 2023 Share Posted January 13, 2023 2 hours ago, emarquis1 said: I like the look of that joystick. What kind is it? RetroRadionics ArcadeR 9 pin ATARI Joystick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emarquis1 Posted January 14, 2023 Share Posted January 14, 2023 8 hours ago, NISMOPC said: RetroRadionics ArcadeR 9 pin ATARI Joystick The shorter stick looks like it would give better control. I will probably get one. I guess just order "Atari" and use TI adapter eh? Thanks for the link. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shift838 Posted January 16, 2023 Author Share Posted January 16, 2023 PCBs and FPGA have been ordered. Of course, they will ship until after the Chinese New Year, so end of this month. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SkyPilot Posted January 16, 2023 Share Posted January 16, 2023 How long has the F18A been available? With market saturation and support, I see no need to endlessly wait for the MK2 which promises little extra. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shift838 Posted January 16, 2023 Author Share Posted January 16, 2023 36 minutes ago, SkyPilot said: How long has the F18A been available? With market saturation and support, I see no need to endlessly wait for the MK2 which promises little extra. this is my 2nd run of F18A MK1 boards. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluejazzer Posted January 17, 2023 Share Posted January 17, 2023 I just submitted a copy of the form -- hopefully, I got in under the wire to get one in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InfiniteTape Posted January 25, 2023 Share Posted January 25, 2023 On 1/12/2023 at 1:14 PM, InfiniteTape said: I hadn't realized the ribbon cable would reach that far. I might have to give that a try. Good news: I was able to use this technique on a silver/black console, and it worked pretty well. I didn't end up needing to cut anything, since there's a gap in the shield between the sound chip and the cassette connector. I did end up splitting the ribbon into two halves and stacking them so that it would be easier to keep the cable clear of the center case post during reassembly. Bad news: In all my tinkering around, I broke the ribbon cable off the keyboard. Thankfully I had a decent spare on hand, but I'm not looking forward to fixing it. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOME AUTOMATION Posted January 25, 2023 Share Posted January 25, 2023 They say that "Breaking up is ...hard to do". But, on a /4A, keyboard ...I know that's not true! Sad song! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GDMike Posted January 26, 2023 Share Posted January 26, 2023 It can be soldered back but I think you only have 1 chance and then game over if you miss something. Lol but arcade shopper has a repair kit. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NISMOPC Posted January 27, 2023 Share Posted January 27, 2023 On 1/25/2023 at 3:22 PM, InfiniteTape said: Bad news: In all my tinkering around, I broke the ribbon cable off the keyboard. Thankfully I had a decent spare on hand, but I'm not looking forward to fixing it. Ha!! I did the same thing! But, I already had plenty Dupont male/female cables. They work PERFECTLY AND allow for a little bit of length vs stock cable. If I had thought about it, I would have taken pictures. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shift838 Posted February 1, 2023 Author Share Posted February 1, 2023 PCBs have been shipped and that is all I'm waiting on to start building orders. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shift838 Posted February 6, 2023 Author Share Posted February 6, 2023 Looks like i will have to do a 3rd run of these as I have had quite a few people show more interest. I will be sending out emails shortly to verify your interest before announcing payment requirements to reserve your F18A. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GDMike Posted February 6, 2023 Share Posted February 6, 2023 On 1/31/2023 at 9:28 PM, Shift838 said: PCBs have been shipped and that is all I'm waiting on to start building orders. Still waiting on mine too. Maybe this week Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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