@Templario

Yeah, I suppose it takes longer for stuff to arrive in the post from Australia.

Fosters is not very nice, I don't even know anyone that drinks it I prefer other Australian beers, or even better - my home brew

When it comes to foreign beers, I generally opt for German, or other EU. Although, Zagorka from Bulgaria was nice - I couldn't drink enough of it when I was over there.

Really though, I like just about any beer

Nathan

@Templario

Too far for what, to visit? I've sent stuff from Argentina, to Israel. Nothing's ever gone missing. Except maybe once - a parcel to the UK...but I may have forgot to post that altogether :-S Of course, I sent it again...or for the first time. I'll never really know

I think over 90% of my customers are from overseas

Nathan

@Slayer

Hmmmm. It's up to you really. Whether you prefer CF, SD or SATA as a storage solution/HD substitute.

I'll soon have male 3.5" to CF adapters too, as well as 50 pin SCSI to 68 or 80 pin SCSI adapters.

Regarding the XT format, I have no idea :-S It would be interesting to test it though.

Nathan

Hi All,

I have just added some more stuff to my website in the "RGB to PAL or NTSC Adapters" and "CF to IDE Adapters" sections.

"What"? I hear you ask. Well...

*A TV/Video to VGA adapter - a cheap scan doubling solution (more than doubling really), perfect when used in combination with my V3.0 RGB to PAL/NTSC adapter @ AUD$30

*Male CF to 2.5" IDE adapter @ AUD$6
*2.5" IDE to 2.5" SATA adapter @ AUD$10
*3.5" IDE to SATA adapter @ AUD$9
*Male SD to 3.5" IDE adapter @ AUD$14

*8GB CF memory @ AUD$25
*8GB TF/Micro SD memory with SD adapter @ AUD$21

I've also changed the ordering/add to cart buttons to make it easier to order.

The V3.0 RGB to PAL/NTSC adapter is also now offered as a cased option for those that want it.

Anyhow, take a look at http://www.amigamaniac.com

Nathan

I forgot to mention though that I will be bringing out a ROM switcher for the 16-Bit Amigas that has four ROM sockets. So the user will be able to select from one of four ROMs

Nathan

@spotUP

No need for a ROM switcher for the A1200 really, with WHDLoad etc, etc. If I made them for the A1200, I'm guessing that I would only sell about five units

Nathan

Hi all,

The new V3.0 RGB to PAL/NTSC adapters are now available to purchase on my website (www.amigamaniac.com).

For those that aren't familiar with previous versions, the adapter plugs into the Amiga's video port and outputs a PAL or NTSC composite and S-Video signal. It could also be used on other systems with a suitable cable.

Nathan

Hi All,

The V2.0 RGB adapters are now in stock and listed on my website for sale

www.amigamaniac.com

@tiffers

No But I thought that I would as the FedEx website said it was in transit. I suppose it will come on Monday.

Wooo hooo!

My PCBs were sent out by courier yesterday, and I have components for all 50 PCBs in stock, ready to solder.

With any luck, I'll have the PCBs on Friday December 18, otherwise Monday December 21 (I hope). Whenever they arrive, it's very close now

@smf

Thank you so much for your post, that's very nice of you

My PCB's are supposed to be sent out on 18 December. They will be sent by courier, so it won't be long until I have them in stock

Hi all,

Good news about the second batch of my RGB adapters!

Clicky clicky:

http://amigamaniac.com/RGB_to_PAL_NTSC_adapter.html

@Slayer

Don't worry about it, I'm moving to a new house this Friday. We're still packing and cleaning, so there's no rush The later the better in fact

He hee, don't be scared away people, all is well Slayer didn't hop on a plane and come over for a fight or anything Oh, there's someone knocking on the door, I better go and see who it is...

@ Cammy

It's ok, I have room in the price for discounts for large quantities. This is mainly for resellers though, as they need to make a profit. And yep, it usually starts at 10pcs.

@ Slayer

I've known Cammy for a while, and she really is a lovely person I guess she thought your post was intended to be rude/mean/condescending...maybe it was, but I like to give people the benefit of the doubt As I said in my PM, it's easy to be misunderstood on forums, especially if the poster is a bit cheeky Man, I couldn't tell you how many times I've gotten in trouble (in real life - much more dangerous ), when I was only being silly :-S


I'm a sensitive person, and I cried when I read the last few posts...he he, I'm only kidding, I'm not THAT sensitive But seriously guys, please don't get nasty, even if it's only 1% Or maybe I'm misunderstanding, or exaggerating what's going on here? When posts/threads start to turn negative, it can be really unpleasant. I would expect that on forums like Stormfront, but not so much on forums like this...or perhaps I haven't browsed this site enough?

@Slayer

Eh? 5pcs is not the rest of my stock

I already posted an RGB adpater to Mrodfr today

I'll PM you later. Cost for a complete unit is AUD$33 each. I'll have to work out postage later...

@Mrodfr

I don't have an LCD TV that works with my Amiga But I can tell you that blurring of images when moving has more to do with the pixel response time than anything else. Older LCD TV's may suffer from blurring with fast moving images. If your LCD TV's image is smooth, then it will be smooth with my adapter S-Video gives the best quality image obviously, but even composite is excellent.

Yes, I know about the projects on EAB, that's how I got into it. I have posted on there (amigamaniac). The last few pages have photos too.

My adapter works very well, otherwise I wouldn't sell it I have always offered a refund with my hardware, as long as the buyer sends it back - I can't have people taking advantage of me and getting freebies I have never once had a complaint, or had to issue a refund for any of the hardware I have made

@tiffers

Hey, is that the tiffers from Australia that bought some stuff off me ages ago?

I did seriously consider that, but decided against it. First, it would have cost a lot more to make the PCB long enough to fill the case, so that the connectors could be placed such that no holes would need to be drilled etc. Also, people would have to source an A520 dead or alive, if they didn't already have one.

Also, designing a PCB to fit a specific case is tricky, without a data sheet detailing exact measurements. Just too much of a PITA. I'm trying not to go any more mental over my projects than I already am

@tonyw

No, it does not need an interlaced signal to work. It displayed just fine in standard NI mode, and whatever resolution I set on WB.

The AD724 seems to do all the work, it requires very little supporting components, which is why I used it. I am not an expert on electronics, or TV standards, so to be honest and blunt, I don't even know what you are talking about All I know is I made a prototype to spec, following the AD724 data sheet, and that worked well. So I then designed a PCB, and sourced all the components to populate them. If you want to know about the AD724, why not read the data sheet?

@ Slayer

I will keep making them as long as people want them. I have had 50 PCB's made this time, and have components in stock for all 50. The price will remain the same, as long as the price of components, and PCBs stays the same (future runs). For the current batch of 50, of course the price will stay the same, until they are sold out.

With my ROM switchers, I have only have about three enquiries since I sold out. To be honest, I can't afford to do another project right now. I couldn't even afford to do the RGB adapter in fact. It was only possible because of my credit card, which I will be paying off for a while yet I probably let my interest and passion for my hobby overtake common sense and practicality. I still feel a bit stoopid because of it :-S To make matters worse, after I committed myself to the project, our landlord decided to sell our house (we're renting). So it's gonna cost us a fortune to move to a new place. Very, very bad timing for me to take on a new project

Regarding the price of postage, that is what Australia Post charges, it's beyond my control. For parcels, they charge in 0-250g, 250-500g and so on (generally). It also includes the price of the mailing box, which costs AUD$1.45. That is the Euro price, and it may vary by country. Those prices are a guide. I just checked, and postage to NZ is only AUD$7 for 0-250g - add to that AUD$1.45 for the mailing box, so AUD$8.45 to NZ via regular air mail I only ever charge the exact amount for postage, there is no handling fee or anything. Oh, and yes, the price would be the same for one unit as for several, provided the weight came in within the weight category. They are heavier than you might think, especially with all the connectors on it. I'll have to weigh one out of curiosity...

Regarding cases, I explain why I don't offer them in a case at this stage on my website. If you clik on the 'RGB Adapter Notes' button, there's enough information there to cure anyone's insomnia