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Forum Index : Microcontroller and PC projects : ANN: CircuitGizmos RetroMax
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CircuitGizmos Guru Joined: 08/09/2011 Location: United StatesPosts: 1421 |
Since the Polish (not Russian) version was posted, I should post the CG version. Was planning on doing this tomorrow... CircuitGizmos RetroMax Micromites and Maximites! - Beginning Maximite |
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CircuitGizmos Guru Joined: 08/09/2011 Location: United StatesPosts: 1421 |
Some features of the RetroMax: - Compatibility with the Color Maximite 2 (different enclosure, board layout, but functionally the same) The RetroMax is designed to be simple and fun. This CircuitGizmos RetroMax is functionally the same as the Color Maximite 2 version from magazine articles and sold previously here, except there are some changes and additions: - Different board shape/size appropriate for the optional enclosure - Board mounting holes for VESA 100mm back-of-monitor mounting - Power button that toggles on/off - Reset available from front panel - IR receiver behind translucent window (on case) - Micro SD card holder - Firmware reflash button available on side - Additional "User LED" in white - Piezo "User Buzzer" - Two Nunchuk connections for two game players - PCB connection for optional real-time clock - PCB sea-of-holes for user hardware, conducive to Arduino shields - Mounting holes and orientation for Raspberry Pi HATS Accessories included with the case purchase are a 20 inch power/console USB cable, reset key, and high impedance ear buds. Micromites and Maximites! - Beginning Maximite |
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CircuitGizmos Guru Joined: 08/09/2011 Location: United StatesPosts: 1421 |
Micromites and Maximites! - Beginning Maximite |
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vegipete Guru Joined: 29/01/2013 Location: CanadaPosts: 1082 |
Looks nice. Obviously the MCU and RAM on the same side works fine. Good to know. Is the VGA socket through hole? Visit Vegipete's *Mite Library for cool programs. |
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CircuitGizmos Guru Joined: 08/09/2011 Location: United StatesPosts: 1421 |
Thanks! Yes, the VGA socket is a through-hole part. I've has some serious issues with SMT VGA connectors. Micromites and Maximites! - Beginning Maximite |
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William Leue Guru Joined: 03/07/2020 Location: United StatesPosts: 382 |
Interesting! I am waiting to see whether the designer follows through on the idea of adding a mouse interface. If so, I am sold! -Bill |
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Grogster Admin Group Joined: 31/12/2012 Location: New ZealandPosts: 9059 |
Love the VESA mount holes idea on your board. Perfect for turning an old VGA LCD monitor into a dedicated CMM2 system, minimizing the cables and clutter. The rest of the board also looks very nice indeed. I'm flattered by the silkscreen thank. Smoke makes things work. When the smoke gets out, it stops! |
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