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
#Console8
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
Initial release of https://github.com/triplefox/agon-vdptypes
VDPTypes is a Python library that assists in generating VDU protocol data for the Agon computing platform's VDP (Visual Display Processor). It supports Console8 as of version 2.12.0, minus some experimental API calls. Not all calls have yet been tested.
Contributions are appreciated, my bandwidth to work on Agon projects is limited.
VDPTypes is a support library made for customized build scripts, asset conversion, and development of VDP buffer programs. It includes:
* Utility code for loading and converting assets to VDP formats
* VDP-IL, an intermediate language for VDU commands using Python data structures, giving them some syntax and automatic checking
* Code generation for several language targets on Agon (unfinished)
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
While I'm far more partial to the design of the #CommanderX16, I must admit that I am a bit excited by any sort new retro-computing, retro console device.
With that in mind, allow me to present to you, this video on the #Agon #Console8:
#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/