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Mike Chi @retrotink.com · Jun 23

This also mostly works for HDMI sources like MiSTer or Analogue - but functions that dynamically affect image scaling like DV1 need to be disabled.

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Mike Chi @retrotink.com · Jun 23

This also mostly works for HDMI sources like MiSTer or Analogue - but functions that dynamically affect image scaling like DV1 need to be disabled.

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Mike Chi @retrotink.com · Jun 23

Finally figured out how to get glitch free 240p <-> 480i (and 288p <-> 576i) transitions without adding lag or fake blanking the image!!

In this mode, the RT4K syncs and scans the fields exactly the same way as a CRT.

Perfect for mastering 240p Test Suite.

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Mike Chi @retrotink.com · Jun 23

Source might be changing the range without updating the flag. Some devices do that to trick the receiver for some edge cases.

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Mike Chi @retrotink.com · Jun 23

I think the mister must be sending a 720p signal, check your ini file

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Mike Chi @retrotink.com · Apr 15

I need to get those K street lobbyists on the line.

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Mike Chi @retrotink.com · Apr 14

Is this FOMO? Not necessarily. We have some reserve stock in the USA.

We also expect that this will be resolved eventually - but it is impossible to say when or how.

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Mike Chi @retrotink.com · Apr 14

Suffice to say, these issues apply only to U.S.-bound shipments.

As before, service to the rest of the world will continue without interruptions and policy induced complications.

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Mike Chi @retrotink.com · Apr 14

Without proper procedures in place, the risk of delays and lost packages is simply too high.

As soon as we understand how to pre-pay tariffs on behalf of the customer, we will resume shipments.

We apologize in advance for the inconvenience.

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Mike Chi @retrotink.com · Apr 14

Due to lack of guidance on how tariffs will be collected starting May 2nd, we've made the difficult decision to temporarily suspend US shipments:

April 23rd - Last day for non-expedited orders
April 28th - Last day for expedited orders.

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Mike Chi @retrotink.com · Apr 9

No effect since it’s shipped from Asia. You’ll have to pay the usual taxes/duties

Mike Chi @retrotink.com · Apr 9

4. USA prices will likely increase by summer if no resolution is reached.

No change in cost or transit times to the rest of the world. Shipments will continue directly to customers and resellers directly from Asia.

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Mike Chi @retrotink.com · Apr 9

If no substantive changes in trade policy:

1. Next week (ending April 19th) will be the last “safe” window to order.

2. USA orders may see slower shipping times after this.

3. We are still trying to figure out exactly how everything works, and will absorb the increases for the short term.

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𝑨𝑴𝑰𝑮𝑨𝑽𝑰𝑺𝑰𝑶𝑵 @amiga.vision · Apr 1

First experiments with AmigaVision and RetroTink 4K integration. Exaggerated white balance so you can see how it crops the image. Looking very promising, not a lot of wasted space on a 16:9 TV for a lot of Amiga games!

IK+ running on MiSTer and AmigaVision, showing off how the full crop looks.

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Mike Chi @retrotink.com · Mar 18

Attention -- a bug due to our recent website redesign is causing many of you to receive phantom/duplicate order confirmation emails. Please ignore them. Thank you!

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Mike Chi @retrotink.com · Mar 9

thank you!!

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Mike Chi @retrotink.com · Mar 9

RetroTINK-4K CE Live Now!

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Mike Chi @retrotink.com · Mar 6

RetroTINK-4K CE in stock Sunday at 9AM Pacific Time (March 9th)!!

Shipping starts immediately from inventory, but depending on order volume, may take two to three weeks to fulfill all orders. Thank you for your patience.

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Mike Chi @retrotink.com · Mar 4

Going to be a busy day testing!!

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Mr. Moro @mrmoroplays.bsky.social · Mar 4

🌕
Moons are a terrible way to gauge aspect ratio for games, but we use them anyway!
Super Mario 64
Final Fantasy IV
Castlevania; Dracula X Chronicles
Persona 3 Portable
PlayStation Portable
Nintendo 64
#retrogaming
RetroTINK-4K

What's your favorite moon in a videogame?

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Mike Chi @retrotink.com · Feb 18

Awesome dude, really glad you like it!!

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Kytor @kytor.com · Feb 3

Hello everyone.

I have created a specification document to standardize the female SCART mechanical mounting locations originally designed by @retrotink.com for the RT4K, and later adopted by Arthrimus in the SVS.

GitHub - KytorIndustries/scart-mounting: Standard specification for female SCART mounting screw location.

Standard specification for female SCART mounting screw location. - KytorIndustries/scart-mounting

github.com

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John Linneman @dark1x.bsky.social · Jan 22

I will have more to say on this soon but, let me just say now, if you are looking into a proper analog video switching setup - this is the best product I've ever used and it's not even close. An absolutely masterpiece based on my testing. It's a switch from the heavens.

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Scalable Video Switch

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Kytor @kytor.com · Jan 19

The kind Dr Mike Chi of @retrotink.com was gracious enough to share CAD files of the RetroTink 2X-SCART scaler so I could design a SCART-Brace.

Unfortunately I don't own a 2X-SCART, would a willing volunteer like to 3D print and test fit?

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Voultar @voultar.com · Jan 12

My friends, I want to leave you with a before and after comparison of the video output coming from an RGB revised 2CHIP SNES that I just serviced.

This is using GENERIC Tink settings -- No optimized sampling, no brightness/gain fixes. I want you to see what my hardware really does all on its own!

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