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`11.Apr.2022` a1k.org (Webseite)	Scandoubler announcement: 'Medusa' converts video signals to VGA/DVI The scandoubler Medusa accepts a composite, S-Video or RGB signal and converts it into proper VGA output, which is also converted into a digital signal available via a DVI-I connector. There is also an option to digitize an analog audio signal, combine it with the DVI output using an appropriate adapter and output the audio/video combination via HDMI. Medusa is said to be much cheaper than the no longer manufactured 'FrameMeister' used to be, plus it accepts resolutions bigger than traditional PAL/NTSC - like the ones used by the Atari ST. In contrast to the Open Source Scan Converter, it supports composite and S-Video signals and is claimed to be easier to configure. The new scandoubler is supposed to be available for purchase starting in May, some dealers already accept preorders (RetroLemon, lotharek.pl). (cg) (Translation: cg) [News message: 11. Apr. 2022, 22:21] [Comments: 0] [Send via e-mail] [Print version] [ASCII version]
`10.Apr.2022`	Prototype: A-Pet - PET/CBM inspired metal case for Amiga or PC An Amiga fan from England is working on a metall case inspired by the PET/CBM series from Commodore. Thanks to different backplates, the "A-Pet" will be able to house a generic PC motherboard or various Amiga models. While the proportions will be similar, the case is not an exact match of the original PET cases: It's not using a 9 or 12 inch monitor but offers a 14 or 17 inch display. And regular Amiga keyboards would be too wide for a standard PET case anyway. Currently, the designer is working on a first prototype, he's reporting his progress in an Amiga forum regularly. The project's current state is also illustrated in a Video. The A-Pet is laser cut from metal sheets which are then folded like a sheet of construction paper. The designer plans to sell finished, powder coated cases to end users. (cg) (Translation: cg) [News message: 10. Apr. 2022, 23:28] [Comments: 0] [Send via e-mail] [Print version] [ASCII version]
`05.Apr.2022` pikewerfer (forum)	MorphOS: Free fonts package (also for AmigaOS) Monotype employee 'pikewerfer', with permission from his superiors, has put together a free font pack that can be "bought" for 0 Euros under the title link. The "MorphOS Value Pack" contains ten different types, including their variants (italic, bold, etc.) there are 27 fonts. The license of these OpenType fonts also includes AmigaOS, as far as their use is technically possible there. The creator would be pleased about feedback. (snx) [News message: 05. Apr. 2022, 22:01] [Comments: 0] [Send via e-mail] [Print version] [ASCII version]
`05.Apr.2022`	Introduction video: Checkmate displays 1089s and 1087s Following his two Kickstarter campaigns to fund the Checkmate A1500 Plus- and Checkmate 1500 Mini cases, Stephen Jones is now planning a third campaign to fund monitors for retro computers. In a video, he introduces his project showing prototypes. Key data: Size: default is 19", if second stretch goal is reached then there will be a 17" Ratio 5:4 (1280x1024 panel) Ports: Input: HDMI, VGA, composite video, interlace component input, AV1 and AV2 Output: speaker, composite (streaming) Front panel: Front USB only if you add a front panel and wire them up, default will be a blank user panel waiting for customisation 3D printed prototypes, later injection molded version (reason for Kickstarter campaign) side speakers Using the Gbscontrol firmware for the 'GBS-8200' video converter as optional add on, not standard. (dr) [News message: 05. Apr. 2022, 12:03] [Comments: 0] [Send via e-mail] [Print version] [ASCII version]

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