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I've rewritten my #Console8 logo player -also works on #AgonLight - and updated the video file for 2 reasons. 1. it was a bit long playing the whole thing, and 2. I wanted to play a higher resolution video, covering as much of the screen as possible. With a bit of video editing (cutting and cropping to make the most of the logo at the end), plus taking advantage of the VDP code for both decompression and bitmap expansion, this is what my boot sequence looks like. I've left the logo to linger a little, but that's optional and a quick change to the script.
Source code, binary and assets are available here: https://github.com/sijnstra/agon-projects/tree/main/logoplay2
#ez80 #z80 #assemblyLanguage #8bit #retrocomputing #console

I've rewritten my #Console8 logo player -also works on #AgonLight - and updated the video file for 2 reasons. 1. it was a bit long playing the whole thing, and 2. I wanted to play a higher resolution video, covering as much of the screen as possible. With a bit of video editing (cutting and cropping to make the most of the logo at the end), plus taking advantage of the VDP code for both decompression and bitmap expansion, this is what my boot sequence looks like. I've left the logo to linger a little, but that's optional and a quick change to the script.
Source code, binary and assets are available here: https://github.com/sijnstra/agon-projects/tree/main/logoplay2
#ez80 #z80 #assemblyLanguage #8bit #retrocomputing #console

I've rewritten my #Console8 logo player -also works on #AgonLight - and updated the video file for 2 reasons. 1. it was a bit long playing the whole thing, and 2. I wanted to play a higher resolution video, covering as much of the screen as possible. With a bit of video editing (cutting and cropping to make the most of the logo at the end), plus taking advantage of the VDP code for both decompression and bitmap expansion, this is what my boot sequence looks like. I've left the logo to linger a little, but that's optional and a quick change to the script.
Source code, binary and assets are available here: https://github.com/sijnstra/agon-projects/tree/main/logoplay2
#ez80 #z80 #assemblyLanguage #8bit #retrocomputing #console

I've rewritten my #Console8 logo player -also works on #AgonLight - and updated the video file for 2 reasons. 1. it was a bit long playing the whole thing, and 2. I wanted to play a higher resolution video, covering as much of the screen as possible. With a bit of video editing (cutting and cropping to make the most of the logo at the end), plus taking advantage of the VDP code for both decompression and bitmap expansion, this is what my boot sequence looks like. I've left the logo to linger a little, but that's optional and a quick change to the script.
Source code, binary and assets are available here: https://github.com/sijnstra/agon-projects/tree/main/logoplay2
#ez80 #z80 #assemblyLanguage #8bit #retrocomputing #console

I've rewritten my #Console8 logo player -also works on #AgonLight - and updated the video file for 2 reasons. 1. it was a bit long playing the whole thing, and 2. I wanted to play a higher resolution video, covering as much of the screen as possible. With a bit of video editing (cutting and cropping to make the most of the logo at the end), plus taking advantage of the VDP code for both decompression and bitmap expansion, this is what my boot sequence looks like. I've left the logo to linger a little, but that's optional and a quick change to the script.
Source code, binary and assets are available here: https://github.com/sijnstra/agon-projects/tree/main/logoplay2
#ez80 #z80 #assemblyLanguage #8bit #retrocomputing #console

Time for another image viewer for #AgonLight #Console8 - this time, PCX format. There are a number of reasons why I chose to display this format on the Agon/Console8.
* It is an already existing format
* The format is supported by modern tools, including #GIMP
* It uses a very simple form of compression ideal for 8 bit CPUs
* The specific choice of 16 colours has additional benefits:
* The 16 colours are chosen from within the available 64 colour palette
* The 16 colours allows the image to be sent to the VDP with 2 pixels per byte, speeding up the transfer
I've attached a sample here to show just the quality of the resolution and colour depth. #z80 source code and binary is at:
https://github.com/sijnstra/agon-projects/tree/main/PCXview
#retrocomputing #image #viewer #ez80

Time for another image viewer for #AgonLight #Console8 - this time, PCX format. There are a number of reasons why I chose to display this format on the Agon/Console8.
* It is an already existing format
* The format is supported by modern tools, including #GIMP
* It uses a very simple form of compression ideal for 8 bit CPUs
* The specific choice of 16 colours has additional benefits:
* The 16 colours are chosen from within the available 64 colour palette
* The 16 colours allows the image to be sent to the VDP with 2 pixels per byte, speeding up the transfer
I've attached a sample here to show just the quality of the resolution and colour depth. #z80 source code and binary is at:
https://github.com/sijnstra/agon-projects/tree/main/PCXview
#retrocomputing #image #viewer #ez80

Time for another image viewer for #AgonLight #Console8 - this time, PCX format. There are a number of reasons why I chose to display this format on the Agon/Console8.
* It is an already existing format
* The format is supported by modern tools, including #GIMP
* It uses a very simple form of compression ideal for 8 bit CPUs
* The specific choice of 16 colours has additional benefits:
* The 16 colours are chosen from within the available 64 colour palette
* The 16 colours allows the image to be sent to the VDP with 2 pixels per byte, speeding up the transfer
I've attached a sample here to show just the quality of the resolution and colour depth. #z80 source code and binary is at:
https://github.com/sijnstra/agon-projects/tree/main/PCXview
#retrocomputing #image #viewer #ez80

Time for another image viewer for #AgonLight #Console8 - this time, PCX format. There are a number of reasons why I chose to display this format on the Agon/Console8.
* It is an already existing format
* The format is supported by modern tools, including #GIMP
* It uses a very simple form of compression ideal for 8 bit CPUs
* The specific choice of 16 colours has additional benefits:
* The 16 colours are chosen from within the available 64 colour palette
* The 16 colours allows the image to be sent to the VDP with 2 pixels per byte, speeding up the transfer
I've attached a sample here to show just the quality of the resolution and colour depth. #z80 source code and binary is at:
https://github.com/sijnstra/agon-projects/tree/main/PCXview
#retrocomputing #image #viewer #ez80

Time for another image viewer for #AgonLight #Console8 - this time, PCX format. There are a number of reasons why I chose to display this format on the Agon/Console8.
* It is an already existing format
* The format is supported by modern tools, including #GIMP
* It uses a very simple form of compression ideal for 8 bit CPUs
* The specific choice of 16 colours has additional benefits:
* The 16 colours are chosen from within the available 64 colour palette
* The 16 colours allows the image to be sent to the VDP with 2 pixels per byte, speeding up the transfer
I've attached a sample here to show just the quality of the resolution and colour depth. #z80 source code and binary is at:
https://github.com/sijnstra/agon-projects/tree/main/PCXview
#retrocomputing #image #viewer #ez80

I recently took advantage of some temporary discounts and acquired the #Console8 by Heber. It's a #retrogame focused package of the #AgonLight, complete with some great joypads that they also make. As part of the induction into the house, I converted the logo into something a little more 8-bit, and updated my logo software. #z80 #ez80 #retrocomputing
You can buy a Console8 here : https://heber.co.uk/agon-cosole8/
You can download the updated logo software & source here: https://github.com/sijnstra/agon-projects/tree/main/bootlogo

I recently took advantage of some temporary discounts and acquired the #Console8 by Heber. It's a #retrogame focused package of the #AgonLight, complete with some great joypads that they also make. As part of the induction into the house, I converted the logo into something a little more 8-bit, and updated my logo software. #z80 #ez80 #retrocomputing
You can buy a Console8 here : https://heber.co.uk/agon-cosole8/
You can download the updated logo software & source here: https://github.com/sijnstra/agon-projects/tree/main/bootlogo

I recently took advantage of some temporary discounts and acquired the #Console8 by Heber. It's a #retrogame focused package of the #AgonLight, complete with some great joypads that they also make. As part of the induction into the house, I converted the logo into something a little more 8-bit, and updated my logo software. #z80 #ez80 #retrocomputing
You can buy a Console8 here : https://heber.co.uk/agon-cosole8/
You can download the updated logo software & source here: https://github.com/sijnstra/agon-projects/tree/main/bootlogo

I recently took advantage of some temporary discounts and acquired the #Console8 by Heber. It's a #retrogame focused package of the #AgonLight, complete with some great joypads that they also make. As part of the induction into the house, I converted the logo into something a little more 8-bit, and updated my logo software. #z80 #ez80 #retrocomputing
You can buy a Console8 here : https://heber.co.uk/agon-cosole8/
You can download the updated logo software & source here: https://github.com/sijnstra/agon-projects/tree/main/bootlogo

I recently took advantage of some temporary discounts and acquired the #Console8 by Heber. It's a #retrogame focused package of the #AgonLight, complete with some great joypads that they also make. As part of the induction into the house, I converted the logo into something a little more 8-bit, and updated my logo software. #z80 #ez80 #retrocomputing
You can buy a Console8 here : https://heber.co.uk/agon-cosole8/
You can download the updated logo software & source here: https://github.com/sijnstra/agon-projects/tree/main/bootlogo

The next stage of developing my #Infocom #text-adventure player #Vezza, I'm making it Agon VDP native to take advantage of the new features in the #Console8 VDP development line. Still a work in progress, but the vast majority seems good to go. Why do it? I wanted to play Beyond Zork on the #AgonLight using the extra font features. This means instead of text drawing of maps, you get something a little more graphical. Also, status bars are now drawn for more visual impact. #retrocomputing

The next stage of developing my #Infocom #text-adventure player #Vezza, I'm making it Agon VDP native to take advantage of the new features in the #Console8 VDP development line. Still a work in progress, but the vast majority seems good to go. Why do it? I wanted to play Beyond Zork on the #AgonLight using the extra font features. This means instead of text drawing of maps, you get something a little more graphical. Also, status bars are now drawn for more visual impact. #retrocomputing

The next stage of developing my #Infocom #text-adventure player #Vezza, I'm making it Agon VDP native to take advantage of the new features in the #Console8 VDP development line. Still a work in progress, but the vast majority seems good to go. Why do it? I wanted to play Beyond Zork on the #AgonLight using the extra font features. This means instead of text drawing of maps, you get something a little more graphical. Also, status bars are now drawn for more visual impact. #retrocomputing

The next stage of developing my #Infocom #text-adventure player #Vezza, I'm making it Agon VDP native to take advantage of the new features in the #Console8 VDP development line. Still a work in progress, but the vast majority seems good to go. Why do it? I wanted to play Beyond Zork on the #AgonLight using the extra font features. This means instead of text drawing of maps, you get something a little more graphical. Also, status bars are now drawn for more visual impact. #retrocomputing

The next stage of developing my #Infocom #text-adventure player #Vezza, I'm making it Agon VDP native to take advantage of the new features in the #Console8 VDP development line. Still a work in progress, but the vast majority seems good to go. Why do it? I wanted to play Beyond Zork on the #AgonLight using the extra font features. This means instead of text drawing of maps, you get something a little more graphical. Also, status bars are now drawn for more visual impact. #retrocomputing

Happy little family 😊 #CERBERUS2100 #AgonLight #Console8

Now check this out! This is running in real-time on the #Agon #Console8!
https://youtu.be/c4m5R5tDXSE?si=Puyc5j3ASQkDysnY

From the Retro Collective:
"Our #Agon #Console8 is now available for shipping to the US! You can buy the Console8 on its own, or as a deluxe kit which includes the specially designed joypad and compatible keyboard. Visit https://shop.heber.co.uk/agon-console8/ to get yours now!"

Console8 is back in Stock!
Agon Console8 batch 2 is here and ready for shipping!
If you pre-ordered then your consoles will be sent out to you by the end of the week.
If you've been waiting then buy one now at https://shop.heber.co.uk/agon-console8/
#Agon #Console8 #programming #retrogaming #coding

#Elite for #Agon #Console8!! My dream is coming true! Many thinks to Christian for this! I can't believe I am about to play Elite in hardware I designed... My child's mind is about to go boom!
https://youtu.be/Xy1owbefrBE?si=muNbcsKnuNZJZeyp

There is one for every taste! #Agon #Console8
https://retrofied.uk/collections/console8

@TheByteAttic @rmcretro Such a great video! I loved to hear from all the talented people who worked on the #Console8, as well as their motivations for doing so and what they hope to see in the future. Thank you to all involved in the making of this video. I never owned a micro growing up (but did learn/work on an Apple II in school), so getting an Agon will be very exciting! Hopefully the Console 8 will be easily available in the US. If not, well.... guess I'm importing it (when the finances allow) 😃

What a wonderful community!
https://youtu.be/3NqbouGTTqs?si=ePvV4tHpTpPTiAKE @rmcretro #Agon #Console8

https://youtu.be/cci_ayXuJoI?si=Ko1-69pEr_33BKcW
It is here, and it is gorgeous❣️ And look at that: serial number ONE❣️ Thank you for that, Richard, Heber and Retro Collective! #Agon #Console8 Get your own at: https://shop.heber.co.uk/agon-console8/

You can already pre-order #Agon #Console8! As a board designer who was given total freedom by Heber Ltd. to design as I thought best, without cost constraints, I am amazed by these LOW prices. Even the standalone unit comes with the custom case. In all sincerity, I don't know how Heber (or @olimex, for that matter) manage this. I thought the standalone unit could be sold for under 100 pounds, but certainly not the full kit...
https://shop.heber.co.uk/agon-console8-range/

Happy little family 😊 #CERBERUS2100 #AgonLight #Console8

Happy little family 😊 #CERBERUS2100 #AgonLight #Console8

Happy little family 😊 #CERBERUS2100 #AgonLight #Console8

Happy little family 😊 #CERBERUS2100 #AgonLight #Console8

Now check this out! This is running in real-time on the #Agon #Console8!
https://youtu.be/c4m5R5tDXSE?si=Puyc5j3ASQkDysnY

Now check this out! This is running in real-time on the #Agon #Console8!
https://youtu.be/c4m5R5tDXSE?si=Puyc5j3ASQkDysnY

Now check this out! This is running in real-time on the #Agon #Console8!
https://youtu.be/c4m5R5tDXSE?si=Puyc5j3ASQkDysnY

Now check this out! This is running in real-time on the #Agon #Console8!
https://youtu.be/c4m5R5tDXSE?si=Puyc5j3ASQkDysnY

From the Retro Collective:
"Our #Agon #Console8 is now available for shipping to the US! You can buy the Console8 on its own, or as a deluxe kit which includes the specially designed joypad and compatible keyboard. Visit https://shop.heber.co.uk/agon-console8/ to get yours now!"

From the Retro Collective:
"Our #Agon #Console8 is now available for shipping to the US! You can buy the Console8 on its own, or as a deluxe kit which includes the specially designed joypad and compatible keyboard. Visit https://shop.heber.co.uk/agon-console8/ to get yours now!"

From the Retro Collective:
"Our #Agon #Console8 is now available for shipping to the US! You can buy the Console8 on its own, or as a deluxe kit which includes the specially designed joypad and compatible keyboard. Visit https://shop.heber.co.uk/agon-console8/ to get yours now!"

From the Retro Collective:
"Our #Agon #Console8 is now available for shipping to the US! You can buy the Console8 on its own, or as a deluxe kit which includes the specially designed joypad and compatible keyboard. Visit https://shop.heber.co.uk/agon-console8/ to get yours now!"

Console8 is back in Stock!
Agon Console8 batch 2 is here and ready for shipping!
If you pre-ordered then your consoles will be sent out to you by the end of the week.
If you've been waiting then buy one now at https://shop.heber.co.uk/agon-console8/
#Agon #Console8 #programming #retrogaming #coding

Console8 is back in Stock!
Agon Console8 batch 2 is here and ready for shipping!
If you pre-ordered then your consoles will be sent out to you by the end of the week.
If you've been waiting then buy one now at https://shop.heber.co.uk/agon-console8/
#Agon #Console8 #programming #retrogaming #coding

Console8 is back in Stock!
Agon Console8 batch 2 is here and ready for shipping!
If you pre-ordered then your consoles will be sent out to you by the end of the week.
If you've been waiting then buy one now at https://shop.heber.co.uk/agon-console8/
#Agon #Console8 #programming #retrogaming #coding

Console8 is back in Stock!
Agon Console8 batch 2 is here and ready for shipping!
If you pre-ordered then your consoles will be sent out to you by the end of the week.
If you've been waiting then buy one now at https://shop.heber.co.uk/agon-console8/
#Agon #Console8 #programming #retrogaming #coding

#Elite for #Agon #Console8!! My dream is coming true! Many thinks to Christian for this! I can't believe I am about to play Elite in hardware I designed... My child's mind is about to go boom!
https://youtu.be/Xy1owbefrBE?si=muNbcsKnuNZJZeyp

#Elite for #Agon #Console8!! My dream is coming true! Many thinks to Christian for this! I can't believe I am about to play Elite in hardware I designed... My child's mind is about to go boom!
https://youtu.be/Xy1owbefrBE?si=muNbcsKnuNZJZeyp

#Elite for #Agon #Console8!! My dream is coming true! Many thinks to Christian for this! I can't believe I am about to play Elite in hardware I designed... My child's mind is about to go boom!
https://youtu.be/Xy1owbefrBE?si=muNbcsKnuNZJZeyp

#Elite for #Agon #Console8!! My dream is coming true! Many thinks to Christian for this! I can't believe I am about to play Elite in hardware I designed... My child's mind is about to go boom!
https://youtu.be/Xy1owbefrBE?si=muNbcsKnuNZJZeyp