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David, Do I feel like a clown… After reading Derek's message I checked to see about opening the graphics.library and I found that I wasn't. I also *reread* the first message you posted to me and saw that you had also mentioned that as well and I missed it. It…
David, Sorry for the delay, I've been busy lately. As mentioned in another reply here, I've been wondering if it might be a library problem. I'll be trying Derek's suggestion and get back to you two soon. With a hurdle like this at this early stage, I'm sure to have…
Derek, Actually, when it comes to C programming, I am not a beginner at all, just when it comes to programming Amiga-specific code. As for my ego? I think it would take a bit more than that to bruise it. Don't worry about it! I have tried the line with…
David, Yes, I'm pretty sure it is simply a point/address problem. To make things worse, I'm pretty sure that I've tried that, too. I have it listed this way, as per p.587, RKM Libraries. I'll try it again. Thanks. Joe
#RastPort access
Message #42394
OK, I have only just managed to get a copy of the v2.0 RKMs, so I am a mere beginner at Amiga-specific programming. I have a question about getting at the RastPort structure of the current window. I have a custom screen and a simple window fire up fine, the…
Bob, Amax IV…internal card, or is there an external version? (OK, so I don't know the details on the Amax variants.) Thanks. Joe
Not everyone uses AP. Joe
Wayne, OK. Thanks for letting me know that it sold. Joe
Wayne, If you do decide to part out the material, I would be interested in the ROM Kernel Manuals. Keep me in mind if you do. Thanks. Joe
MBX1200 help needed
Message #149489
Don, Did you install the software patch for it? I forget what the first version was called, but the newer version is called AutoXA. You can get a copy from the MicroBotics area in AmigaVendor. Joe – – A1200 6MB '030 50MHz '882 50MHz
Redmond, Right now, this isn't a burning desire, but the next chance I get I will try to get a new cell. Thanks. Joe
Redmond, I tried this while still online. The random time/setclock save/ setclock load gag. Looks fine after a few minutes. You are right, it almost gives the impression of being a dying NiCad. Joe
Redmond, Yes, I am aware that it is a non-rechargeable Lithium cell. Part of me wants to see how long it takes to have this appear and another part doesn't (seeing that it would require four or more days to pop up). I'll try that test out and get back…
M1230XA clock
Message #72318
Redmond, I have discovered a small problem with my M1230XA. If I leave my A1200 off for more than three or four days (doesn't happen often, I'll admit, but it does) the clock will lose track of the time. Should I make the obvious leap of logic and assume it…
Alex, I don't know of anyplace to get a premanufactured 2.5" to 3.5" IDE cable. I made my own homebrew job that has worked fine for the last six months. Pins 1-40 are defined as being the same on the 3.5" drive connector and the 2.5" connector. The four extras…
Iain, I can see your problem right now: When I said to type in "SYS:SYSTEM/SetXA" in your Startup-Script, I implied that SetXA would be IN the drawer named SYS:SYSTEM. If you actually have the files in your UTILITIES drawer, use the command line – "SYS:Utilities/SetXA" (or AutoXA…you only need to…
Iain, I hope you don't mind my butting in a bit. I want to ask a few small questions before saying much. Before you installed your 1230XA, how much memory did the Workbench claim you had available after start up? Do you have a lot of RAM buffers on that…
When I say that it is bowing the case, I mean IT IS BOWING THE CASE. I do not have the door on at all. It never factored into the equation. As a matter of fact, I haven't put the door on since getting the board. Still, it is a…
Redmond, I finally got a chance to take those measurements today. The results are probably what you'll be expecting: PCB .062" Socket+PCB .390" 'Latch' height .401" Edge connector to inside of shell .197" The whole thing is apparently caused by the artificial lowering of the edge connector to shell distance…
Redmond, After looking at the socket again, it doesn't seem as big as I thought at first. The socket + pc height is still too great and the machine is still "a little pregnant". I should be getting a set of calipers in a day or two to take the…
Dan, Yeah, I know about that sheilding. An M1230XA that I was about to but used turned out to have been scratched (although I couldn't detect any electrical breaks or shorts) and didn't run. I don't know if it was his machine or mine that did it, but when I…
Redmond, I'll see what I can do, but I do not think that I can find anything to measure to industry standards with. Another thought is the spacing between the motherboard and the bottom of the shell. If that spacing is less than standard, it would artificially lower the height…
Well, I long ago came to the conclusion that Microbotics makes great products. Merely further confirmation.
Redmond, I found that using "AutoXA", instead of "ROMTag", as the seller recommended, solves the reboot problem. Much nicer. As for the machine? It is an early unit. I bought it January 15. Its serial #8510193365067001000499 (type THAT three times fast!). As a matter of fact, the MB is one…
M1200XA Comments
Message #66348
Redmond, Two things I'd like to ask you about: Whenever I warm boot my machine, I need to initiate it twice. The first time it resets, but hangs at the dark grey/black screen and sits like a lump. Then I need to give it the old "Vulcan Death Grip" again…
Bob, Yes, I was just on the phone to the seller and he mentioned about CPU. (I completely forgot about it – for shame!) He gave me a program called "ROMTAG" which has, so far, done a fine job. I have two quibbles that I am about to post to…
#Warranty
Message #66326
Redmond, Yes, I would expect a bit of variance on the edge of the shield, but not too much! BTW, I got home last night (actually, early this morning) and found my new toy waiting for me. So, like any self-respecting "computer-geek", instead of going to bed, I went to…
Actually, I'm not worried at all, but since the unit is supposed to be only two months old, I was curious about the warranty. BTW, are you using a plastic shield now on the trace side of the board to protect it from the RF sheild?
Warrantee
Message #65949
Redmond, I have just initiated a deal for a used M1230XA (50/50/4!!) and have been told that the unit is still under warrantee. My question: Is the warrantee transferable to me? Thanks. Joe
> …was afraid this might happen. Well, caution should be had for both sides of any transaction, buyer and seller. Unfortunately, a tiny minority cause problems for the legitimate deals that go on. I think that I have made about a dozen or so deals through CIS and FIDO For…
Bob, OK, thanks. I was wondering what made the HD floppy too big to fit. Height would do it! 🙂 Anything further you could tell me would be appreciated. Joe P.S. I'll have to break down my 1200 to take a good look at the floppy. I have been waiting…
Bob, Thanks. What are the dimensions of the floppy as compared to the unit that comes stock with the 1200? Which floppy did you get? The one listed for the 2000 or the 3000? Is there any real difference between the two? I called Software Hut and got what seems…
Tom, It took a bit of work (not major, but interesting) to get it in there. It "mounts" in the same spot that the 2.5" IDE would go, but without the mounting frame used for the small drives. I have worked up a "hack" file that I've posted on the…
Bob, So did you get the HiD floppy in there at all? If so, how. I wouldn't mind squeezing one in, myself. (Take it from me, I LIKE squeezing things into my A1200…like my 3.5" Maxtor HD!) Joe
Mark, A 3.5" drive can be used inside an A1200, but there are several catches that might make you think twice about trying: Once you shoehorn it in, the whole she-bang is awfully tight. getting the case closed again is not for the weak hearted. You'll need a bigger power…
Dan, Any idea why CBM says that Maxtors do not "comply with warranty?" (Just curious, from a guy with a 200MB Maxtor 3.5" in his A1200.) Joe
Bob, I just talked to my friend, it turns out that he wound up with an MBX1200z along with his new A1200. Sorry for holding you up. Joe
Bob, OK, thanks. I have a friend who is about to get a 1200 and is also looking at a MBX1200 for the machine (no idea of the price, though). I'll let him know and get back to you. (I, on the other hand, am in the market for an…
Robert, What do you consider "cheap" for the MBX1200? And, is it an MBX1200z? Thanks. Joe
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Apple monitor/A1200
Message #110782
Thanks a whole lot, Malcolm! 🙂 You know how it is, if I connect it to the TV, he'll figure that's ALL I can connect it to! I want to knock his socks off. Joe BTW… …where was the Canadian contingent the other night?
Jerry, I was wondering about such an animal as well and mentioned it to my boss. He hinted that you can hook an EtherNet card onto an ARCNet, but he didn't get into any details. You might want to explore that avenue. (And if you do, keep me informed! :)…
#XA fallback?
Message #61822
Redmond, It looks like I won't be getting the 1230XA for a while. The dealer I mentioned to you earlier has been just too slow in everything I've asked him to do, so I gave in and cashed in my credit with him. I was looking into a 40MHz 'EC030…
Redmond, Thanks. I am well aware that the clock ratings on chips are merely maximum reliable speeds and under-clocking is not an issue. I only wanted to know about the split clocking for the CPU/FPU pair, which you have cleared up. After I get offline, I should be finding out…
Redmond, Thanks for that information. I was certain that a slower FPU would need the seperate crystal, but was unsure if the a faster FPU needed its own as well. Now if I can find a cheap '882! 🙂 Joe
Redmond, Yes, I should know about this by Thursday. If you get an FPU rated at or above the clock on the CPU, can you use the one clock to drive them both, or do you still need a seperate clock to drive the FPU? Oh, yeah…when you say the…
Redmond, The dealer I got my 1200 from has made an offer at just about the average mail order price for the 'EC030 40/0/0 (I have a 4MB SIMM and may take the plunge for a 25 ro 33MHz FPU). By next weekend I should be able to give you…
Redmond, Thanks. For the time being, I'd like to see what kind of deal my local shop can get for me. If he can come within shouting distance of mail order, I'll go with him. (Only two good local Amiga dealers – at least that I frequent – and I'd…
Redmond, OK, thanks, I just wanted to know about that ahead of time. No big deal. I was originally intending to get an MBX1200z, but since I now have a quite substantial credit at my deeler, I'm thinking of taking the plunge and getting an M1230XA. (That is if your…
XA question.
Message #60738
Redmond, One quick question for you – Does the M1230XA have a fallback mode to allow you to use the built in 'EC020? Thanks. Joe
Redmond, OK, thanks. After seeing that the 'EC020 was short 8 address lines, MMU control logica and a data cache, I was curious if the 'EC030 was missing anything beyond the MMU. Joe
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