#90005 - RivaCom - Tue Jun 27, 2006 9:18 pm
I have been reading many forums for NDS Homebrew software, and I am really interested in getting into the scene. But with so many different things it is a bit confusing. All I have is NDS Lite with the new super mario brothers game.
I want to run homebrew without having to destroy/alter any of my games, or the DS lite itself. So I would need a Passme2 device and CF Reader/Card? Or would a SD reader be better? Also will anything be at harm to my DS Games?
I would also be greatful if anyone could suggest the best site/deals to pickup these items.
#90016 - dualscreenman - Tue Jun 27, 2006 10:07 pm
You can use a NoPass device instead of a PassMe. (Like the Datel Max Media Launcher.)
CF-based adapters *do* have more homebrew support, though.
http://wiki.pocketheaven.com/NoPass
^Info on NoPass^
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#90025 - RivaCom - Tue Jun 27, 2006 11:01 pm
so would this get me up and going with homebrew?
1 GB CF card
MAX Media Launcher
SuperCard
Which would make the total $19+$19+$39= 80 dollars roughly. Anyone know of a better deal?
#90029 - dualscreenman - Tue Jun 27, 2006 11:58 pm
I don't know of the reliability of the store selling the Supercard. But that's *is* a good deal on a CF card...
A really reliable store (aka not a ripoff.) is www.see the retailer feedback forum.ca
It has the Supercard CF there for the same price as the other site.
Supercard CF at Retailer Feedback
And yes, that *will* get you up and running with homebrew.
I'd also recommend www.drunkencoders.com for the latest in homebrew release news.
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#90048 - dualscreenman - Wed Jun 28, 2006 2:02 am
Oh, was I not supposed to give direct links to stores? Sorry 'bout that Tepples. (Or whoever modded.)
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#90049 - ThetaDot - Wed Jun 28, 2006 2:34 am
hmmm
In my thread from a few days ago, I was told that CF card adapters don't usually have imbeded RAM.
What limitations are there on an SD based adapter? I just bought one so I'm kinda shocked to see somebody say "CF-based adapters *do* have more homebrew support, though."
#90081 - Sektor - Wed Jun 28, 2006 7:13 am
The GBAMP and Max Media Dock don't have 32MB of RAM. The Supercard and M3 do have 32MB RAM and there are SD, mini SD and CF versions of both.
Some homebrew won't be able to read or write to an SD card because those programs are using an older FAT library. There are newer versions of the FAT lib that have better support for SD cards although there are still reports of corruption, so you better backup before using any homebrew that writes to an SD card. Support will improve in the future and SD devices are physically smaller, so eventually SD or mini SD will be better for the DS lite.
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#90103 - Liter - Wed Jun 28, 2006 1:04 pm
| dualscreenman wrote: |
You can use a NoPass device instead of a PassMe. (Like the Datel Max Media Launcher.)
CF-based adapters *do* have more homebrew support, though.
http://wiki.pocketheaven.com/NoPass
^Info on NoPass^ |
This business re PassMe, NoPass, Passcard3, etc confuses me - which one is the most compatible with the DS Lite and doesn't restrict the DS Lite in any way? I always thought it was the Passcard3, but am happy to be told otherwise. :)
#90105 - dualscreenman - Wed Jun 28, 2006 1:06 pm
The PassCard3 is a NoPass, as is the Max Media launcher. The Max Media Launcher is cheapre, though. NoPasses have compaitbility with all DS's.
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| What about Gaim DS? Gaim pretty much has support for all IM programs. |
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| "Goshdammit, the DS is not a Gaim-boy! It's a third pillar!" |
#90106 - Liter - Wed Jun 28, 2006 1:09 pm
| Sektor wrote: |
The GBAMP and Max Media Dock don't have 32MB of RAM. The Supercard and M3 do have 32MB RAM and there are SD, mini SD and CF versions of both.
Some homebrew won't be able to read or write to an SD card because they are using an older FAT library. There are newer versions of the FAT lib that have better support for SD cards although there are still reports of corruption, so you better backup before using any homebrew that writes to an SD card. Support will improve in the future and SD devices are physically smaller, so eventually SD or mini SD will be better for the DS lite. |
When you say eventually, are you approximating less than 6 months or so?
I ask because I cannot decide whether to go for a Supercard SD, mini SD or CF.
I want to not only run homebrew and dumps of DS carts (NOT for piracy purposes, I buy my games but like to try them first before forking out the money for the cart). I'm not so interested in playing GBA games.
I also want to be able to playback MP3 files.
I don't have the skills (or time) to write my own homebrew though.
#90109 - Liter - Wed Jun 28, 2006 1:19 pm
| dualscreenman wrote: |
| The PassCard3 is a NoPass, as is the Max Media launcher. The Max Media Launcher is cheapre, though. NoPasses have compaitbility with all DS's. |
So besides the price, these all do the same thing in exactly the same way with no limitations (for example, they all allow sleep mode, etc)?
#90120 - ethoscapade - Wed Jun 28, 2006 2:51 pm
supercard minisd is a very good choice right now in terms of price, compatibility, and form factor.
however.. there's always the ez4. it's expensive, and not many libs have incorporated it yet, but... man =)
#90126 - Liter - Wed Jun 28, 2006 3:15 pm
| ethoscapade wrote: |
| supercard minisd is a very good choice right now in terms of price, compatibility, and form factor. |
Is it as well supported as SD and CF?
| Quote: |
| however.. there's always the ez4. it's expensive, and not many libs have incorporated it yet, but... man =) |
Must admit that I'm tempted by the EZ4 Lite, but the lack of support is an issue right now. As always, you can go on waiting for the 'next best thing' and never end up buying anything ............
#90127 - dualscreenman - Wed Jun 28, 2006 3:15 pm
| Liter wrote: |
| dualscreenman wrote: | | The PassCard3 is a NoPass, as is the Max Media launcher. The Max Media Launcher is cheapre, though. NoPasses have compaitbility with all DS's. |
So besides the price, these all do the same thing in exactly the same way with no limitations (for example, they all allow sleep mode, etc)? |
Sleep mdo eis only broken when running commercial ROMs. Oh, and SD adapters don't have *quite* the compatibility that CF adapters do for homerbew.
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| What about Gaim DS? Gaim pretty much has support for all IM programs. |
| tepples wrote: |
| "Goshdammit, the DS is not a Gaim-boy! It's a third pillar!" |
#90149 - Liter - Wed Jun 28, 2006 5:16 pm
| dualscreenman wrote: |
| Liter wrote: | | dualscreenman wrote: | | The PassCard3 is a NoPass, as is the Max Media launcher. The Max Media Launcher is cheapre, though. NoPasses have compaitbility with all DS's. |
So besides the price, these all do the same thing in exactly the same way with no limitations (for example, they all allow sleep mode, etc)? |
Sleep mdo eis only broken when running commercial ROMs. Oh, and SD adapters don't have *quite* the compatibility that CF adapters do for homerbew. |
Thanks very much. So is sleep mode also broken when using a Passcard3? I thought it was okay with that?
#90153 - RivaCom - Wed Jun 28, 2006 5:36 pm
Has anyone have experience with the Supercard CF? I was told that it consumes way too much battery and my options should change to either gbamp or m3. Anyone confirm or deny this?
#90163 - Liter - Wed Jun 28, 2006 6:33 pm
| RivaCom wrote: |
| Has anyone have experience with the Supercard CF? I was told that it consumes way too much battery and my options should change to either gbamp or m3. Anyone confirm or deny this? |
Can't confirm or deny as I don't know, but who told you that?
#90165 - dualscreenman - Wed Jun 28, 2006 6:40 pm
M3 is way more expensive.
I think there might a some slight limitations with using the GBAMP, I'll have to read up, though.
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| dualscreenman wrote: |
| What about Gaim DS? Gaim pretty much has support for all IM programs. |
| tepples wrote: |
| "Goshdammit, the DS is not a Gaim-boy! It's a third pillar!" |
#90170 - ThetaDot - Wed Jun 28, 2006 7:11 pm
I wish somebody would keep an up-to-date comparison page for all the hardware / flash equipment. Would make things a lot easier!
#90178 - RivaCom - Wed Jun 28, 2006 8:08 pm
| Liter wrote: |
| RivaCom wrote: | | Has anyone have experience with the Supercard CF? I was told that it consumes way too much battery and my options should change to either gbamp or m3. Anyone confirm or deny this? |
Can't confirm or deny as I don't know, but who told you that? |
IRC #gbadev someone told that the sc takes more battery power, which would certainly be a downer for me. But if this isn't true would make my life a lot better as i would know what to get. Also are they going to rule out SD or the CF ever? If not CF is always easier to write for correct?
#90181 - kirra - Wed Jun 28, 2006 8:18 pm
| ThetaDot wrote: |
| I wish somebody would keep an up-to-date comparison page for all the hardware / flash equipment. Would make things a lot easier! |
Wow, my feelings exactly.
Currently, I have been under the impression that the M3 was the best flash device + NoPass. Even though it'll run you up to about $100~ I think its worth it because you'll be using it for DS games, GBA games, homebrew, movies, music.. etc.
...correct me if I'm wrong =x!
#90186 - swimgod - Wed Jun 28, 2006 9:16 pm
| kirra wrote: |
| ThetaDot wrote: | | I wish somebody would keep an up-to-date comparison page for all the hardware / flash equipment. Would make things a lot easier! |
Wow, my feelings exactly.
Currently, I have been under the impression that the M3 was the best flash device + NoPass. Even though it'll run you up to about $100~ I think its worth it because you'll be using it for DS games, GBA games, homebrew, movies, music.. etc.
...correct me if I'm wrong =x! |
for one,
[yarr] :P
and personaly i think the supercard is much better,
its cheaper($35 about :D),
32mb sram chip
and offers great support for all types of homebrew :)
plus on moonshell it uses its ram for keeping movies running smoothly
(from what i remember of googles rendition of moonlight's page :P)
supercard CF is the way to go :)
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