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Updated dreampi to 1.8 now no wifi
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spinksy »
Wed Jul 19, 2023 2:51 pm
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Hi all
Having some trouble, my dreampi has been faultless since I set it up a few years ago, now updated it to 1.8 so I can play Daytona USA online...
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Update!
Got it working, tried a different SD card and a fresh install of 1.8 and it's now working.
Not sure what problem was but I'm back online...
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Wed Jul 19, 2023 5:56 pm
Is it possible to use a Linux Server (ATX) in lieue of a raspberry pi?
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Techtoaster »
Mon Jul 17, 2023 12:06 am
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Like the subject says, I was wondering if it's possible to replicate the service provided by the DreamPi in a Linux environment on a desktop build....
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Well I was lucky this morning, Dreamcast Live restocked on the DreamPi so I opted to just get that and trust the standard hardware rather than try...
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Tue Jul 18, 2023 6:30 pm
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Last post by SolidSonicTH
Mon Jul 17, 2023 11:54 am
Broadband adapter trouble configuring
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SegaSen »
Fri Jul 14, 2023 10:03 am
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Hi fellow Dreamcast fans. I recently got a Broadband adapter and was able to get online using Toy Racer. But for the other three games I need to...
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Wooo I got it to work using Culdcept 2 of all things. It had the required menu! In Japanese, but with some trial and error, I managed it.
I use VGA...
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Last post by SegaSen
Sat Jul 15, 2023 3:11 am
Is a line-voltage inducer absolutely nessasary for dreampi to work?
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EskiM0JOJ0 »
Wed Jul 12, 2023 2:35 pm
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Disclaimer: new to dc modding and homebrew.
I've put together my own DreamPi kit using parts that should work according to the dreamcast live...
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While installing inside the modem is convenient for regular use; however, I find testing modem can be done with a separate line-voltage inducer....
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Last post by OatBob
Fri Jul 14, 2023 9:53 pm
Updating DreamPi
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raptorbacon »
Fri Jul 14, 2023 4:55 pm
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Are there instructions/help to update an existing SD Card which already has DreamPi on it? I want to make sure I have the latest version for Daytona....
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But doesn't this get rid of all my network settings?
Unfortunately yes, if you're using wifi you'll have to setup again.
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Last post by raptorbacon
Fri Jul 14, 2023 6:12 pm
VGA VS S-Video: Do I still need S Video?
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tripletopper »
Sun Jul 09, 2023 10:49 pm
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At first the answer I thought to the question in the topic was no except for literally one class of cases, that being light gun games on a real back...
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S Video is really good if your CRT supports Component get Component
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Last post by MikeStutzzzz
Fri Jul 14, 2023 10:21 am
How do I tell what to do with my power supply?
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Small Nerd »
Wed Jul 05, 2023 9:35 pm
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I recently got a clone GD-EMU for my DC, and ever since then I've been a bit worried about heat issues. The side with the power supply did start to...
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Good shit.
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Last post by amcpartymix
Mon Jul 10, 2023 12:20 pm
Phantasy Star Ver. 2 - Uploaded DLC Won't Download.
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stsherma »
Sun Jul 09, 2023 4:03 pm
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Hey guys,
I just want to introduce myself as someone new to the forums. I'm stsherma, and it's a pleasure to meet you all.
I'm having a problem...
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Ahh, I see. Thanks for the reply man.
Well, I'll just have to try that way. It's still a really good game though, right? :)
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Mon Jul 10, 2023 8:39 am
Widescreen codes
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Andrew »
Sat Jul 08, 2023 1:36 pm
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Hello, I would like to attempt adding some widescreen codes to my games, starting with 4 Wheel Thunder. I have downloaded the HxD program.
This is...
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So I am happy to report that the 4 Wheel Thunder hex patch works well :) I'm going to try out a few more now.
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Last post by Andrew
Sat Jul 08, 2023 4:50 pm
Dreamexplorer
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gylippus »
Fri Jun 10, 2016 4:45 pm
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I am an idiot and technically challenged. Can someone help me?
I am trying to burn dream explorer, a .cdi file, on a dvr for my dreamcast. So I...
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If you’re using liquidcd for iMac then the cdi needs two data files.
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Last post by Lew3030
Thu Jul 06, 2023 12:04 pm
What happened to Saturn to Dreamcast controller adapters?
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areyareadyherewego »
Sun Feb 23, 2020 11:08 pm
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I was lucky to get a dream connection II off eBay for $40 ish last year but holy crap there’s like nothing to be found anywhere. Still.
This seems...
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The Brook Wingman for Saturn Dreamcast has been clutch AF for using PS3/4 Arcade sticks and fight pads on my two favorite fighting game consoles!
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Last post by AyeYoYoYOOO
Sat Jul 01, 2023 3:11 pm
IP Address not showing in wificonfig
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pigpenwm »
Fri Jun 30, 2023 1:17 am
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Hello,
I purchased an NTSC USB modem from the shop. I am using a raspberry pi 3b+.
When looking at sudo wificonfig my IP address is blank. I saw...
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Please try this:
Run:
sudo rm /etc/wpa_supplicant/wpa_supplicant.conf
Then redo wificonfig:
sudo wificonfig
Option 3 Add Wi-Fi Network
This...
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Last post by pigpenwm
Sat Jul 01, 2023 1:21 pm
I Need help with VMU minigame Points
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12ariel3 »
Fri Jun 30, 2023 10:54 pm
hi!, i have downloaded the collection of all VMU executables from this forum, i played it with flycast and copied the vmu file to my personal vmu in...
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Last post by 12ariel3
Fri Jun 30, 2023 10:54 pm
Troubleshooting Dreampi
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Redfish »
Mon Jun 05, 2023 4:01 pm
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So I had my Dreampi set up and it was connecting to the internet. But now it isnt connecting and Dreamkey 2.0 says that theirs No answer at the phone...
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Yo! Would you mine sharing which security settings did the trick? I am running into the same issue. Going from WPA to WPA/WPA2 didn't seem to make a...
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Last post by pigpenwm
Fri Jun 30, 2023 12:25 am
GDEmu clone not working with all games
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r3dok »
Tue Jun 13, 2023 2:05 pm
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I have gdemu clone, at first i have issues with latest openMenu, but it works with old, included with card manager openMenu.
I'm really want to play...
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I had the same issue. I redownloaded the GDI and they now work. Some games I had to download with the vga patch already included.
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Last post by preddy
Wed Jun 28, 2023 9:16 am
Dreamcast Controller Board Mod Questions
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amcpartymix »
Fri Jun 23, 2023 12:23 pm
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Hey, guys. I'm looking to do some basic mods to my controller board. I plan on changing the controller board fuse to one that is self-resettable,...
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Ohh, thank you for the tips.
Is it a requirement for the forward voltage to be 3.3? I’m confused because there’s some lights that even have a range...
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Last post by amcpartymix
Sat Jun 24, 2023 1:14 am
VGA Port Displaying Blue Screen
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Beefonthalow »
Mon Jun 19, 2023 11:02 am
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When connecting my dreamcast to my TV via VGA, the screen has a bluish tint and does not display colors properly - seemingly losing a red tint. When...
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Example of issue
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Last post by Beefonthalow
Mon Jun 19, 2023 11:21 am
POD Speedzone screen messed up
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blitzgott »
Sun Jun 18, 2023 11:39 pm
Hello everyone!
I have been trying to get a working version of POD Speedzone burned, but every CDI that I can find makes the screen freak out once...
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Last post by blitzgott
Sun Jun 18, 2023 11:39 pm
DCCM backup of Daytona USA
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TheGoatHead »
Sat Jun 17, 2023 9:54 pm
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I have been attempting to burn a backup of Daytona USA (2001, NA release) onto Verbatim CD-R discs through Discjuggler 6 to no success. I've tried...
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Most times it's just half dead picky gdrom drive .. even one of my so called VA0's that people say dont boot cdrs does perfect from japan loads...
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Last post by Ian Micheal
Sun Jun 18, 2023 8:18 am
Japanese Dreamcast Va0 - black screen
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xzer0PL »
Fri Jun 16, 2023 5:46 am
Hello everyone. Some time ago I bought very cheap japanese dreamcast. It's first revision Va0. This console appeard on local auction site very cheap,...
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Last post by xzer0PL
Fri Jun 16, 2023 5:46 am
Dreamcast HDMI Issue
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Mr.Marshall »
Thu Jun 08, 2023 4:20 pm
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Hello all I have 3 dreamcasts, my main modded Japanese cake dreamcast for use with all retail games, My standered va1 USA dreamcast for use for...
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Yes. It depends on your soldering skills though, it's a fairly small component. I had to replace it on my Dreamcast. I used this for a replacement:...
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Last post by Mr.Marshall
Sat Jun 10, 2023 2:34 pm
help burninve PSO ives edition
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Redfish »
Sun Jun 04, 2023 1:06 pm
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Hey all,
Hoping you might be able to help me out.
My copy of pso v2 stopped working so ive been trying to get Ives pso v2 edition onto a Cd-r.
I've...
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I didn't know that, that's good to know.
This worked like a charm.
Thanks a bunch!
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Last post by Redfish
Sun Jun 04, 2023 2:57 pm
Dreamcast Dev Kit - No video
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Gydafud »
Sun Jun 04, 2023 7:44 am
Hi all,
Got a bit of a unique situation here that hoping I might get some suggestions or next steps regarding. Pulled out a Dreamcast Devkit I have...
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Last post by Gydafud
Sun Jun 04, 2023 7:44 am
need help setting up my sd card for my gdemu
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dreamcast459 »
Wed Mar 08, 2023 4:03 am
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hi im kinda lost i have both sd card maker for gdemu installed on my windows 10 pc, as well as gdmenu card manager. i spent several hours on google...
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I think the difference in sd maker and gd menu card manager is the later has the ability to shrink the files enormously. You might be apprehensive...
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Mon May 29, 2023 11:05 am
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