http://wiki.reactivemicro.com/api.php?action=feedcontributions&user=Sparky&feedformat=atomThe ReActiveMicro Apple II Wiki - User contributions [en]2024-03-28T21:35:03ZUser contributionsMediaWiki 1.40.0http://wiki.reactivemicro.com/index.php?title=2soniq&diff=66772soniq2023-11-14T00:58:29Z<p>Sparky: /* Downloadable Files */</p>
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<div>[[Image:Title_MG_2Soniq.svg|700px|link=https://wiki.reactivemicro.com/images/3/3d/Title_MG_2Soniq.svg]]<br />
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[[Image:2soniq-v1.0.JPG|thumb|Manilla Gear 2soniq v1.0|link=https://wiki.reactivemicro.com/images/0/0e/2soniq-v1.0.JPG]]<br />
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The Apple IIGS was promoted for its unique Graphics and Sound capabilities. It uses the 5503 Ensoniq Digital Oscillator Chip (DOC) to produce realistic sound effects and music as well as sample inputs such as voice and instruments. This professional grade chip is unfortunately limited to mono output via the 3.5mm jack on the IIGS due to a design change at Apple.<br />
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The '''2soniq''' overcomes this limitation. Stereo sound is unlocked by interfacing to the Ensoniq DOC directly. Manila Gear designed the 2soniq as a high quality yet cost effective solution to overcome previous IIGS sound limitations.<br />
Almost all Apple IIGS software is compatible with stereo sound and existing software such as instant music natively supporting 2-channel output with the 2soniq.<br />
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The '''2soniq''' is quick to install and requires no special software or drivers to begin experiencing stereo sound output. Excellent compatibility can be expected as the 2soniq uses a 3.5mm stereo jack for use with powered speakers.<br />
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Manila Gear created the '''2soniq''' in April 2017 and has joined the many partnerships at ReActiveMicro to sell and distribute the card. <br />
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Enthusiasts can unlock further capabilities of the IIGS by purchasing the '''[[4soniq]]''' - a four channel sound card also designed by Manila Gear.<br />
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<strong>Product Status:</strong> Actively sold by Manila Gear and ReActiveMicro.<br />
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<strong>Support:</strong> Post on the [[{{TALKPAGENAME}}|Discussion]] page (link above) or email [http://store.reactivemicro.com/contact-us/ ReActiveMicro Support].<br />
<br />
<strong>Sales:</strong> Visit the [http://store.reactivemicro.com/shop/ ReActiveMicro Store].<br />
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== Current Release ==<br />
April 2017 - 2soniq v1.0 released to strong sales and positive enthusiast reviews <br />
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<gallery class="center" widths=300px heights=250px><br />
File:2soniq-v1.0.JPG|2soniq v1.0.|link=https://wiki.reactivemicro.com/images/0/0e/2soniq-v1.0.JPG<br />
</gallery><br />
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== Downloadable Files ==<br />
<div class="new_window"><br />
<gallery class="center" widths=150px heights=80><br />
File:PDF_ICON.svg|User Manual - v1.0|link=https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B3oJ2sC90wLwbktlVWEwVW9DZk0/view?resourcekey=0-8oARkurQRu875vHkDUbVHQ<br />
File:PDF_ICON.svg|Programmer's Guide - v1.0|link=https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B3oJ2sC90wLweVNmOTZodGlINnM/view?resourcekey=0-PtLTAMHRfNLdhdxUCwMmYQ<br />
File:Floppy_Icon_312.svg|Sound Check Program - v2|link=https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B3oJ2sC90wLwVkZDNVhXNDhwY1k/view?resourcekey=0-esiCQ7cemCEEWuA3VPCMqg<br />
</gallery><br />
</div><br />
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[[Category:Hardware]]<br />
[[Category:Apple]]</div>Sparkyhttp://wiki.reactivemicro.com/index.php?title=No_Slot_Clock&diff=1527No Slot Clock2018-01-30T11:27:29Z<p>Sparky: /* Links */</p>
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<div>The [[Manila Gear]] No Slot Clock was released in May 2017.<br />
<br />
The No Slot Clock allows your Apple II to remember the date and time. It will work on an Apple II, Apple II+, Apple IIe or an Apple IIc. It features dual break-off battery holders so you can install it however you like. This is specially useful if space is tight. The No Slot Clock does not fit in the IIc or IIc+ if you have a RAM card installed.<br />
<br />
You can order the NSC in one of three pre-configured versions, based on where you plan to use it:<br />
<br />
* Apple ][ or ][+ motherboard<br />
* Apple //e or //c motherboard, or slot card with a 28 pin EPROM (e.g. Microdrive)<br />
* Slot card with a 24 pin EPROM (e.g. Super Serial Card)<br />
<br />
Other configurations are available on request.<br />
<br />
Some of the unique features of the No Slot Clock:<br />
<br />
* User replaceable CR2032 batteries<br />
* Break-off battery holders<br />
* Machine pin socket on the top for reliable connections to your ROM chip <br />
* Regular IC socket on the bottom to preserve your motherboard / slot card IC socket (no more “socket stretch”)<br />
* Switchable configuration. Solder jumpers can be set for use on an Apple II or II+, or an Apple IIe or IIc, or a slot card that has an EPROM.<br />
<br />
<strong>Project Status:</strong> Complete. In production. Actively sold by Manila Gear and [http://ReActiveMicro.com ReActiveMicro].<br />
<br />
<strong>Support:</strong> Post on the [[{{TALKPAGENAME}}|Discussion]] page (link above) or email [http://store.reactivemicro.com/contact-us/ ReActiveMicro Support].<br />
<br />
<strong>Sales:</strong> Visit the [http://store.reactivemicro.com/shop/ ReActiveMicro Store].<br />
<br />
<br />
== History ==<br />
v1.1 was made available for pre-order as of May 2017. <br />
<br />
== Versions ==<br />
The PCB design allows for manufacturing flexibility. The crystal can be cylinder or square type. The CR2032 Battery Holder can be the minimalistic low profile metal clip or the round plastic type. Through-hole pins are available to wire the break-off battery holder to the main board.<br />
<br />
<gallery class="center" widths=150px heights=80 caption="Version 1.1><br />
File:NSC-Front.png|Front<br />
File:NSC-Back.png|Back<br />
</gallery><br />
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== Possible Concerns and Things To Pay Attention To ==<br />
When installing on a IIc, the height of the No Slot Clock will interfere with the IIc 1Meg RAM Card. One workaround is to remove the regular socket on the bottom of the No Slot Clock. However, this will introduce socket stretch.<br />
<br />
== Compatibility Issues ==<br />
The No Slot Clock design is well tested in the Apple II. So far the issue known issue exists with the Microsoft Z-80 SoftCard. No damage will occur, however the Apple II will tend to lock up on boot.<br />
<br />
There have been reports that sometimes the Apple II will work correctly with the SoftCard in Slot 5.<br />
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== Links ==<br />
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<div class="new_window"><br />
<gallery class="center" widths=150px heights=80 caption="User Manual and Software><br />
File:RMFile.png|No Slot Clock v1.1|link=https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KVxOQWzj4NbGRJznJ6_O2mgPt2pWF_Ph<br />
</gallery><br />
</div></div>Sparkyhttp://wiki.reactivemicro.com/index.php?title=No_Slot_Clock&diff=1526No Slot Clock2018-01-30T11:24:45Z<p>Sparky: /* Links */</p>
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<div>The [[Manila Gear]] No Slot Clock was released in May 2017.<br />
<br />
The No Slot Clock allows your Apple II to remember the date and time. It will work on an Apple II, Apple II+, Apple IIe or an Apple IIc. It features dual break-off battery holders so you can install it however you like. This is specially useful if space is tight. The No Slot Clock does not fit in the IIc or IIc+ if you have a RAM card installed.<br />
<br />
You can order the NSC in one of three pre-configured versions, based on where you plan to use it:<br />
<br />
* Apple ][ or ][+ motherboard<br />
* Apple //e or //c motherboard, or slot card with a 28 pin EPROM (e.g. Microdrive)<br />
* Slot card with a 24 pin EPROM (e.g. Super Serial Card)<br />
<br />
Other configurations are available on request.<br />
<br />
Some of the unique features of the No Slot Clock:<br />
<br />
* User replaceable CR2032 batteries<br />
* Break-off battery holders<br />
* Machine pin socket on the top for reliable connections to your ROM chip <br />
* Regular IC socket on the bottom to preserve your motherboard / slot card IC socket (no more “socket stretch”)<br />
* Switchable configuration. Solder jumpers can be set for use on an Apple II or II+, or an Apple IIe or IIc, or a slot card that has an EPROM.<br />
<br />
<strong>Project Status:</strong> Complete. In production. Actively sold by Manila Gear and [http://ReActiveMicro.com ReActiveMicro].<br />
<br />
<strong>Support:</strong> Post on the [[{{TALKPAGENAME}}|Discussion]] page (link above) or email [http://store.reactivemicro.com/contact-us/ ReActiveMicro Support].<br />
<br />
<strong>Sales:</strong> Visit the [http://store.reactivemicro.com/shop/ ReActiveMicro Store].<br />
<br />
<br />
== History ==<br />
v1.1 was made available for pre-order as of May 2017. <br />
<br />
== Versions ==<br />
The PCB design allows for manufacturing flexibility. The crystal can be cylinder or square type. The CR2032 Battery Holder can be the minimalistic low profile metal clip or the round plastic type. Through-hole pins are available to wire the break-off battery holder to the main board.<br />
<br />
<gallery class="center" widths=150px heights=80 caption="Version 1.1><br />
File:NSC-Front.png|Front<br />
File:NSC-Back.png|Back<br />
</gallery><br />
<br />
== Possible Concerns and Things To Pay Attention To ==<br />
When installing on a IIc, the height of the No Slot Clock will interfere with the IIc 1Meg RAM Card. One workaround is to remove the regular socket on the bottom of the No Slot Clock. However, this will introduce socket stretch.<br />
<br />
== Compatibility Issues ==<br />
The No Slot Clock design is well tested in the Apple II. So far the issue known issue exists with the Microsoft Z-80 SoftCard. No damage will occur, however the Apple II will tend to lock up on boot.<br />
<br />
There have been reports that sometimes the Apple II will work correctly with the SoftCard in Slot 5.<br />
<br />
== Links ==<br />
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<div class="new_window"><br />
<gallery class="center" widths=150px heights=80 caption="User Manual and Software><br />
File:RMFile.png|No Slot Clock|link=https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KVxOQWzj4NbGRJznJ6_O2mgPt2pWF_Ph<br />
</gallery><br />
</div></div>Sparkyhttp://wiki.reactivemicro.com/index.php?title=Replica_1&diff=1462Replica 12018-01-22T06:44:54Z<p>Sparky: /* History? */</p>
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<div>The Replica 1 was created by Vince Briel of [http://www.brielcomputers.com BrielComputers.com] in 2003. The Replica 1 Plus was created in mid 2014.<br />
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==History?==<br />
The above sets anchors for tags and menus (#this heading - for example). Add sections as needed using this "==THIS CRAP==" tag.<br />
<br />
This is a sample edit.<br />
<br />
Add:<br />
Links to website and forums.<br />
Pics.<br />
Add software links. Upload disk images to the RM FTP site in correct folder.</div>Sparkyhttp://wiki.reactivemicro.com/index.php?title=No_Slot_Clock&diff=1078No Slot Clock2017-08-14T03:33:56Z<p>Sparky: </p>
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<div><!--T:1--><br />
The [[Manila Gear]] No Slot Clock was released in May 2017.<br />
<br />
The No Slot Clock allows your Apple II to remember the date and time. It will work on an Apple II, Apple II+, Apple IIe or an Apple IIc. It features dual break-off battery holders so you can install it however you like. This is specially useful if space is tight. The No Slot Clock does not fit in the IIc or IIc+ if you have a RAM card installed.<br />
<br />
You can order the NSC in one of three pre-configured versions, based on where you plan to use it:<br />
<br />
* Apple ][ or ][+ motherboard<br />
* Apple //e or //c motherboard, or slot card with a 28 pin EPROM (e.g. Microdrive)<br />
* Slot card with a 24 pin EPROM (e.g. Super Serial Card)<br />
<br />
Other configurations are available on request.<br />
<br />
Some of the unique features of the No Slot Clock:<br />
<br />
* User replaceable CR2032 batteries<br />
* Break-off battery holders<br />
* Machine pin socket on the top for reliable connections to your ROM chip <br />
* Regular IC socket on the bottom to preserve your motherboard / slot card IC socket (no more “socket stretch”)<br />
* Switchable configuration. Solder jumpers can be set for use on an Apple II or II+, or an Apple IIe or IIc, or a slot card that has an EPROM.<br />
<br />
<strong>Project Status:</strong> Complete. In production. Actively sold by Manila Gear and [http://ReActiveMicro.com ReActiveMicro].<br />
<br />
<strong>Support:</strong> Post on the [[{{TALKPAGENAME}}|Discussion]] page (link above) or email [http://store.reactivemicro.com/contact-us/ ReActiveMicro Support].<br />
<br />
<strong>Sales:</strong> Visit the [http://store.reactivemicro.com/shop/ ReActiveMicro Store].<br />
<br />
<br />
== History == <!--T:2--><br />
v1.1 was made available for pre-order as of May 2017. <br />
<br />
== Versions == <!--T:3--><br />
The PCB design allows for manufacturing flexibility. The crystal can be cylinder or square type. The CR2032 Battery Holder can be the minimalistic low profile metal clip or the round plastic type. Through-hole pins are available to wire the break-off battery holder to the main board.<br />
<br />
<gallery class="center" widths=150px heights=80 caption="Version 1.1><br />
File:NSC-Front.png|Front<br />
File:NSC-Back.png|Back<br />
</gallery><br />
<br />
== Watchouts == <!--T:4--><br />
When installing on a IIc, the height of the No Slot Clock will interfere with the IIc 1Meg RAM Card. One workaround is to remove the regular socket on the bottom of the No Slot Clock. However, this will introduce socket stretch.<br />
<br />
== Links == <!--T:5--><br />
<br />
<div class="new_window"><br />
<gallery class="center" widths=150px heights=80 caption="User Manual and Software><br />
File:RMFile.png|No Slot Clock|link=https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B3oJ2sC90wLwNXJXeTZmRDczRlE<br />
</gallery><br />
</div></div>Sparkyhttp://wiki.reactivemicro.com/index.php?title=No_Slot_Clock&diff=861No Slot Clock2017-05-16T00:55:16Z<p>Sparky: </p>
<hr />
<div><!--T:1--><br />
The [[Manila Gear]] No Slot Clock was released in May 2017.<br />
<br />
The No Slot Clock allows your Apple II to remember the date and time. It will work on an Apple II, Apple II+, Apple IIe or an Apple IIc. It features dual break-off battery holders so you can install it however you like. This is specially useful if space is tight. The No Slot Clock does not fit in the IIc or IIc+ if you have a RAM card installed.<br />
<br />
You can order the NSC in one of three pre-configured versions, based on where you plan to use it:<br />
<br />
* Apple ][ or ][+ motherboard<br />
* Apple //e or //c motherboard, or slot card with a 28 pin EPROM (e.g. Microdrive)<br />
* Slot card with a 24 pin EPROM (e.g. Super Serial Card)<br />
<br />
Other configurations are available on request.<br />
<br />
Some of the unique features of the No Slot Clock:<br />
<br />
* User replaceable CR2032 batteries<br />
* Break-off battery holders<br />
* Machine pin socket on the top for reliable connections to your ROM chip <br />
* Regular IC socket on the bottom to preserve your motherboard / slot card IC socket (no more “socket stretch”)<br />
* Switchable configuration. Solder jumpers can be set for use on an Apple II or II+, or an Apple IIe or IIc, or a slot card that has an EPROM.<br />
<br />
<strong>Project Status:</strong> Complete. In production. Actively sold by Manila Gear and [http://ReActiveMicro.com ReActiveMicro].<br />
<br />
<strong>Support:</strong> Post on the [[{{TALKPAGENAME}}|Discussion]] page (link above) or email [http://store.reactivemicro.com/contact-us/ ReActiveMicro Support].<br />
<br />
<strong>Sales:</strong> Visit the [http://store.reactivemicro.com/shop/ ReActiveMicro Store].<br />
<br />
<br />
== History == <!--T:2--><br />
v1.1 was made available for pre-order as of May 2017. <br />
<br />
== Versions == <!--T:3--><br />
The PCB design allows for manufacturing flexibility. The crystal can be cylinder or square type. The CR2032 Battery Holder can be the minimalistic low profile metal clip or the round plastic type. Through-hole pins are available to wire the break-off battery holder to the main board.<br />
<br />
<gallery class="center" widths=150px heights=80 caption="Version 1.1><br />
File:NSC-Front.png|Front<br />
File:NSC-Back.png|Back<br />
</gallery><br />
<br />
== Watchouts == <!--T:4--><br />
When installing on a IIc, the height of the No Slot Clock will interfere with the IIc 1Meg RAM Card. One workaround is to remove the regular socket on the bottom of the No Slot Clock. However, this will introduce socket stretch.<br />
<br />
== Links == <!--T:5--><br />
<br />
<div class="new_window"><br />
<gallery class="center" widths=150px heights=80 caption="User Manual and Software><br />
File:RMFile.png|No Slot Clock|link=https://manilagear.com/downloads/<br />
</gallery><br />
</div></div>Sparkyhttp://wiki.reactivemicro.com/index.php?title=No_Slot_Clock&diff=860No Slot Clock2017-05-15T19:04:46Z<p>Sparky: </p>
<hr />
<div><!--T:1--><br />
The [[Manila Gear]] No Slot Clock was released in May 2017.<br />
<br />
The No Slot Clock allows your Apple II to remember the date and time. It will work on an Apple II, Apple II+, Apple IIe or an Apple IIc. It features dual break-off battery holders so you can install it however you like. This is specially useful if space is tight. The No Slot Clock does not fit in the IIc or IIc+ if you have a RAM card installed.<br />
<br />
You can order the NSC in one of three pre-configured versions, based on where you plan to use it:<br />
<br />
* Apple // or //+ motherboard<br />
* Apple //e or //c motherboard, or slot card with a 28 pin EPROM (e.g. Microdrive)<br />
* Slot card with a 24 pin EPROM (e.g. Super Serial Card)<br />
<br />
Other configurations are available on request.<br />
<br />
Some of the unique features of the No Slot Clock:<br />
<br />
* User replaceable CR2032 batteries<br />
* Break-off battery holders<br />
* Machine pin socket on the top for reliable connections to your ROM chip <br />
* Regular IC socket on the bottom to preserve your motherboard / slot card IC socket (no more “socket stretch”)<br />
* Switchable configuration. Solder jumpers can be set for use on an Apple II or II+, or an Apple IIe or IIc, or a slot card that has an EPROM.<br />
<br />
<strong>Project Status:</strong> Complete. In production. Actively sold by Manila Gear and [http://ReActiveMicro.com ReActiveMicro].<br />
<br />
<strong>Support:</strong> Post on the [[{{TALKPAGENAME}}|Discussion]] page (link above) or email [http://store.reactivemicro.com/contact-us/ ReActiveMicro Support].<br />
<br />
<strong>Sales:</strong> Visit the [http://store.reactivemicro.com/shop/ ReActiveMicro Store].<br />
<br />
<br />
== History == <!--T:2--><br />
v1.1 was made available for pre-order as of May 2017. <br />
<br />
== Versions == <!--T:3--><br />
The PCB design allows for manufacturing flexibility. The crystal can be cylinder or square type. The CR2032 Battery Holder can be the minimalistic low profile metal clip or the round plastic type. Through-hole pins are available to wire the break-off battery holder to the main board.<br />
<br />
<gallery class="center" widths=150px heights=80 caption="Version 1.1><br />
File:NSC-Front.png|Front<br />
File:NSC-Back.png|Back<br />
</gallery><br />
<br />
== Watchouts == <!--T:4--><br />
When installing on a IIc, the height of the No Slot Clock will interfere with the IIc 1Meg RAM Card. One workaround is to remove the regular socket on the bottom of the No Slot Clock. However, this will introduce socket stretch.<br />
<br />
== Links == <!--T:5--><br />
<br />
<div class="new_window"><br />
<gallery class="center" widths=150px heights=80 caption="User Manual and Software><br />
File:RMFile.png|No Slot Clock|link=https://manilagear.com/downloads/<br />
</gallery><br />
</div></div>Sparkyhttp://wiki.reactivemicro.com/index.php?title=No_Slot_Clock&diff=859No Slot Clock2017-05-15T18:18:39Z<p>Sparky: </p>
<hr />
<div><!--T:1--><br />
The [[Manila Gear]] No Slot Clock was released in May 2017.<br />
<br />
The No Slot Clock lets your Apple II remember the date and time. It will work on an Apple II, Apple II+, Apple IIe or Apple IIc and features dual break-off battery holders so you can install it however you like.<br />
<br />
You can order the NSC in one of three pre-configured versions, based on where you plan to use it:<br />
<br />
* II or II+ motherboard<br />
* IIe or IIc motherboard, or slot card with a 28 pin EPROM (e.g. Microdrive)<br />
* Slot card with a 24 pin EPROM (e.g. Super Serial Card)<br />
<br />
Other configurations are available on request.<br />
<br />
Some of the unique features of the No Slot Clock:<br />
<br />
* User replaceable CR2032 batteries<br />
* Break-off battery holders<br />
* Machine pin socket on the top for reliable connections to your ROM chip <br />
* Regular IC socket on the bottom to preserve your motherboard / slot card IC socket (no more “socket stretch”)<br />
* Switchable configuration. Solder jumpers can be set to change for use on an Apple II or II+, or an Apple IIe or IIc, or a slot card that has an EPROM.<br />
<br />
<strong>Project Status:</strong> Complete. In production. Actively sold by Manila Gear and [http://ReActiveMicro.com ReActiveMicro].<br />
<br />
<strong>Support:</strong> Post on the [[{{TALKPAGENAME}}|Discussion]] page (link above) or email [http://store.reactivemicro.com/contact-us/ ReActiveMicro Support].<br />
<br />
<strong>Sales:</strong> Visit the [http://store.reactivemicro.com/shop/ ReActiveMicro Store].<br />
<br />
<br />
== History == <!--T:2--><br />
v1.1 was made available for pre-order as of May 2017. <br />
<br />
== Versions == <!--T:3--><br />
The PCB design allows for manufacturing flexibility. The crystal can be cylinder or square type. The CR2032 Battery Holder can be the minimalistic low profile metal clip or the round plastic type. Through-hole pins are available to wire the break-off battery holder to the main board.<br />
<br />
<gallery class="center" widths=150px heights=80 caption="Version 1.1><br />
File:NSC-Front.png|Front<br />
File:NSC-Back.png|Back<br />
</gallery><br />
<br />
== Watchouts == <!--T:4--><br />
When installing on a IIc, the height of the No Slot Clock will interfere with the IIc 1Meg RAM Card. One workaround is to remove the regular socket on the bottom of the No Slot Clock. However, this will introduce socket stretch.<br />
<br />
== Links == <!--T:5--><br />
<br />
<div class="new_window"><br />
<gallery class="center" widths=150px heights=80 caption="User Manual and Software><br />
File:RMFile.png|No Slot Clock|link=https://manilagear.com/downloads/<br />
</gallery><br />
</div></div>Sparkyhttp://wiki.reactivemicro.com/index.php?title=No_Slot_Clock&diff=858No Slot Clock2017-05-15T18:14:14Z<p>Sparky: </p>
<hr />
<div><!--T:1--><br />
The [[Manila Gear]] No Slot Clock was released in May 2017.<br />
<br />
The No Slot Clock lets your Apple II remember the date and time. It will work on an Apple II, Apple II+, Apple IIe or Apple IIc and features dual break-off battery holders so you can install it however you like.<br />
<br />
You can order the NSC in one of three pre-configured versions, based on where you plan to use it:<br />
<br />
* II or II+ motherboard<br />
* IIe or IIc motherboard, or slot card with a 28 pin EPROM (e.g. Microdrive)<br />
* Slot card with a 24 pin EPROM (e.g. Super Serial Card)<br />
<br />
Other configurations are available on request.<br />
<br />
Some of the unique features of the No Slot Clock:<br />
<br />
* User replaceable CR2032 batteries<br />
* Break-off battery holders<br />
* Machine pin socket on the top for reliable connections to your ROM chip <br />
* Regular IC socket on the bottom to preserve your motherboard / slot card IC socket (no more “socket stretch”)<br />
* Switchable configuration. Solder jumpers can be set to change for use on an Apple II or II+, or an Apple IIe or IIc, or a slot card that has an EPROM.<br />
<br />
<strong>Project Status:</strong> Complete. In production. Actively sold by Manila Gear and [http://ReActiveMicro.com ReActiveMicro].<br />
<br />
<strong>Support:</strong> Post on the [[{{TALKPAGENAME}}|Discussion]] page (link above) or email [http://store.reactivemicro.com/contact-us/ ReActiveMicro Support].<br />
<br />
<strong>Sales:</strong> Visit the [http://store.reactivemicro.com/shop/ ReActiveMicro Store].<br />
<br />
<br />
== History == <!--T:2--><br />
v1.1 was made available for pre-order as of May 2017. <br />
<br />
== Versions == <!--T:3--><br />
The PCB design allows for manufacturing flexibility. The crystal can be cylinder or square type. The CR2032 Battery Holder can be the minimalistic low profile metal clip or the round plastic type. Through-hole pins are available to wire the break-off battery holder to the main board.<br />
<br />
<gallery class="center" widths=150px heights=80 caption="Version 1.1><br />
File:NSC-Front.png|Front<br />
File:NSC-Back.png|Back<br />
</gallery><br />
<br />
== Watchouts == <!--T:4--><br />
When installing on a IIc, the height of the No Slot Clock will interfere with the IIc 1Meg RAM Card. One workaround is to remove the regular socket on the bottom of the No Slot Clock. However, this will introduce socket stretch.<br />
<br />
== Links == <!--T:5--><br />
<br />
<div class="new_window"><br />
<gallery class="center" widths=150px heights=80 caption="More Pics, Docs, Software, and Info><br />
File:RMFile.png|No Slot Clock Folder|link=https://3b27550abf893f25c597207bf49819e3f63fbf47.googledrive.com/host/0Bw5jornno0UuNU1pU3NhSlY5ZkU/Projects/No%20Slot%20Clock/<br />
</gallery><br />
</div></div>Sparkyhttp://wiki.reactivemicro.com/index.php?title=No_Slot_Clock&diff=857No Slot Clock2017-05-15T18:12:19Z<p>Sparky: </p>
<hr />
<div><!--T:1--><br />
The [[Manila Gear]] No Slot Clock was released in May 2017.<br />
<br />
The No Slot Clock lets your Apple II remember the date and time. It will work on an Apple II, Apple II+, Apple IIe or Apple IIc and features dual break-off battery holders so you can install it however you like.<br />
<br />
You can order the NSC in one of three pre-configured versions, based on where you plan to use it:<br />
<br />
* II or II+ motherboard<br />
* IIe or IIc motherboard, or slot card with a 28 pin EPROM (e.g. Microdrive)<br />
* Slot card with a 24 pin EPROM (e.g. Super Serial Card)<br />
<br />
Other configurations are available on request.<br />
<br />
Some of the unique features of the No Slot Clock:<br />
<br />
* User replaceable CR2032 batteries<br />
* Break-off battery holders<br />
* Machine pin socket on the top for reliable connections to your ROM chip <br />
* Regular IC socket on the bottom to preserve your motherboard / slot card IC socket (no more “socket stretch”)<br />
* Switchable configuration. Solder jumpers can be set to change for use on an Apple II or II+, or an Apple IIe or IIc, or a slot card that has an EPROM.<br />
<br />
<strong>Project Status:</strong> Complete. In production. Actively sold by Manila Gear and [http://ReActiveMicro.com ReActiveMicro].<br />
<br />
<strong>Support:</strong> Post on the [[{{TALKPAGENAME}}|Discussion]] page (link above) or email [http://store.reactivemicro.com/contact-us/ ReActiveMicro Support].<br />
<br />
<strong>Sales:</strong> Visit the [http://store.reactivemicro.com/shop/ ReActiveMicro Store].<br />
<br />
== History == <!--T:2--><br />
v1.1 is available for pre-order in May 2017. <br />
<br />
== Versions == <!--T:3--><br />
The PCB design allows for manufacturing flexibility. The crystal can be cylinder or square type. The CR2032 Battery Holder can be the minimalistic low profile metal clip or the round plastic type. Through-hole pins are available to wire the break-off battery holder to the main board.<br />
<br />
<gallery class="center" widths=150px heights=80 caption="Version 1.1><br />
File:NSC-Front.png|Front<br />
File:NSC-Back.png|Back<br />
</gallery><br />
<br />
== Watchouts == <!--T:4--><br />
When installing on a IIc, the height of the No Slot Clock will interfere with the IIc 1Meg RAM Card. One workaround is to remove the regular socket on the bottom of the No Slot Clock. However, this will introduce socket stretch.<br />
<br />
== Links == <!--T:5--><br />
<br />
<div class="new_window"><br />
<gallery class="center" widths=150px heights=80 caption="More Pics, Docs, Software, and Info><br />
File:RMFile.png|No Slot Clock Folder|link=https://3b27550abf893f25c597207bf49819e3f63fbf47.googledrive.com/host/0Bw5jornno0UuNU1pU3NhSlY5ZkU/Projects/No%20Slot%20Clock/<br />
</gallery><br />
</div></div>Sparkyhttp://wiki.reactivemicro.com/index.php?title=File:NSC-Back.png&diff=856File:NSC-Back.png2017-05-15T18:10:06Z<p>Sparky: </p>
<hr />
<div></div>Sparkyhttp://wiki.reactivemicro.com/index.php?title=File:NSC-Front.png&diff=855File:NSC-Front.png2017-05-15T18:09:42Z<p>Sparky: </p>
<hr />
<div></div>Sparkyhttp://wiki.reactivemicro.com/index.php?title=No_Slot_Clock&diff=854No Slot Clock2017-05-15T18:09:05Z<p>Sparky: </p>
<hr />
<div><!--T:1--><br />
The [[Manila Gear]] No Slot Clock was released in May 2017.<br />
<br />
The No Slot Clock lets your Apple II remember the date and time. It will work on an Apple II, Apple II+, Apple IIe or Apple IIc and features dual break-off battery holders so you can install it however you like.<br />
<br />
You can order the NSC in one of three pre-configured versions, based on where you plan to use it:<br />
<br />
* II or II+ motherboard<br />
* IIe or IIc motherboard, or slot card with a 28 pin EPROM (e.g. Microdrive)<br />
* Slot card with a 24 pin EPROM (e.g. Super Serial Card)<br />
<br />
Other configurations are available on request.<br />
<br />
Some of the unique features of the No Slot Clock:<br />
<br />
* User replaceable CR2032 batteries<br />
* Break-off battery holders<br />
* Machine pin socket on the top for reliable connections to your ROM chip <br />
* Regular IC socket on the bottom to preserve your motherboard / slot card IC socket (no more “socket stretch”)<br />
* Switchable configuration. Solder jumpers can be set to change for use on an Apple II or II+, or an Apple IIe or IIc, or a slot card that has an EPROM.<br />
<br />
<strong>Project Status:</strong> Complete. In production. Actively sold by Manila Gear and [http://ReActiveMicro.com ReActiveMicro].<br />
<br />
<strong>Support:</strong> Post on the [[{{TALKPAGENAME}}|Discussion]] page (link above) or email [http://store.reactivemicro.com/contact-us/ ReActiveMicro Support].<br />
<br />
<strong>Sales:</strong> Visit the [http://store.reactivemicro.com/shop/ ReActiveMicro Store].<br />
<br />
== History == <!--T:2--><br />
v1.1 is available for pre-order in May 2017. <br />
<br />
== Versions == <!--T:3--><br />
The PCB design allows for manufacturing flexibility. The crystal can be cylinder or square type. The CR2032 Battery Holder can be the minimalistic low profile metal clip or the round plastic type. Through-hole pins are available to wire the break-off battery holder to the main board.<br />
<br />
<gallery class="center" widths=150px heights=80 caption="Different Versions of the PCB><br />
File:2014-11-29_NSC_v1.0.png|NSC v1.0<br />
</gallery><br />
<br />
== Watchouts == <!--T:4--><br />
When installing on a IIc, the height of the No Slot Clock will interfere with the IIc 1Meg RAM Card. One workaround is to remove the regular socket on the bottom of the No Slot Clock. However, this will introduce socket stretch.<br />
<br />
== Links == <!--T:5--><br />
<br />
<div class="new_window"><br />
<gallery class="center" widths=150px heights=80 caption="More Pics, Docs, Software, and Info><br />
File:RMFile.png|No Slot Clock Folder|link=https://3b27550abf893f25c597207bf49819e3f63fbf47.googledrive.com/host/0Bw5jornno0UuNU1pU3NhSlY5ZkU/Projects/No%20Slot%20Clock/<br />
</gallery><br />
</div></div>Sparkyhttp://wiki.reactivemicro.com/index.php?title=No_Slot_Clock&diff=853No Slot Clock2017-05-15T18:06:45Z<p>Sparky: </p>
<hr />
<div><!--T:1--><br />
The [[Manila Gear]] No Slot Clock was released in May 2017.<br />
<br />
The No Slot Clock lets your Apple II remember the date and time. It will work on an Apple II, Apple II+, Apple IIe or Apple IIc and features dual break-off battery holders so you can install it however you like.<br />
<br />
You can order the NSC in one of three pre-configured versions, based on where you plan to use it:<br />
<br />
* II or II+ motherboard<br />
* IIe or IIc motherboard, or slot card with a 28 pin EPROM (e.g. Microdrive)<br />
* Slot card with a 24 pin EPROM (e.g. Super Serial Card)<br />
<br />
Other configurations are available on request.<br />
<br />
Some of the unique features of the No Slot Clock:<br />
<br />
* User replaceable CR2032 batteries<br />
* Break-off battery holders<br />
* Machine pin socket on the top for reliable connections to your ROM chip <br />
* Regular IC socket on the bottom to preserve your motherboard / slot card IC socket (no more “socket stretch”)<br />
* Switchable configuration. Solder jumpers can be set to change for used on a II or II+, or a IIe or IIc, or a slot card with a 24 pin EPROM.<br />
<br />
<strong>Project Status:</strong> Complete. In production. Actively sold by Manila Gear and [http://ReActiveMicro.com ReActiveMicro].<br />
<br />
<strong>Support:</strong> Post on the [[{{TALKPAGENAME}}|Discussion]] page (link above) or email [http://store.reactivemicro.com/contact-us/ ReActiveMicro Support].<br />
<br />
<strong>Sales:</strong> Visit the [http://store.reactivemicro.com/shop/ ReActiveMicro Store].<br />
<br />
== History == <!--T:2--><br />
v1.1 is available for pre-order in May 2017. <br />
<br />
== Versions == <!--T:3--><br />
The PCB design allows for manufacturing flexibility. The crystal can be cylinder or square type. The CR2032 Battery Holder can be the minimalistic low profile metal clip or the round plastic type. Through-hole pins are available to wire the break-off battery holder to the main board.<br />
<br />
<gallery class="center" widths=150px heights=80 caption="Different Versions of the PCB><br />
File:2014-11-29_NSC_v1.0.png|NSC v1.0<br />
</gallery><br />
<br />
== Watchouts == <!--T:4--><br />
When installing on a IIc, the height of the No Slot Clock will interfere with the IIc 1Meg RAM Card. One workaround is to remove the regular socket on the bottom of the No Slot Clock. However, this will introduce socket stretch.<br />
<br />
== Links == <!--T:5--><br />
<br />
<div class="new_window"><br />
<gallery class="center" widths=150px heights=80 caption="More Pics, Docs, Software, and Info><br />
File:RMFile.png|No Slot Clock Folder|link=https://3b27550abf893f25c597207bf49819e3f63fbf47.googledrive.com/host/0Bw5jornno0UuNU1pU3NhSlY5ZkU/Projects/No%20Slot%20Clock/<br />
</gallery><br />
</div></div>Sparkyhttp://wiki.reactivemicro.com/index.php?title=No_Slot_Clock&diff=852No Slot Clock2017-05-15T18:06:04Z<p>Sparky: </p>
<hr />
<div><!--T:1--><br />
The [[Manila Gear]] No Slot Clock was released in May 2017.<br />
<br />
The No Slot Clock lets your Apple II remember the date and time. It will work on an Apple II, Apple II+, Apple IIe or Apple IIc and features dual break-off battery holders so you can install it however you like.<br />
<br />
You can order the NSC in one of three pre-configured versions, based on where you plan to use it:<br />
<br />
* II or II+ motherboard<br />
* IIe or IIc motherboard, or slot card with a 28 pin EPROM (e.g. Microdrive)<br />
* Slot card with a 24 pin EPROM (e.g. Super Serial Card)<br />
<br />
Other configurations are available on request.<br />
<br />
Some of the unique features of the No Slot Clock:<br />
<br />
* User replaceable CR2032 batteries<br />
* Break-off battery holders<br />
* Machine pin socket on the top for reliable connections to your ROM chip <br />
* Regular IC socket on the bottom to preserve your motherboard / slot card IC socket (no more “socket stretch”)<br />
* Switchable configuration. Solder jumpers can be set to change for used on a II or II+, or a IIe or IIc, or a slot card with a 24 pin EPROM.<br />
<br />
<strong>Project Status:</strong> Complete. In production. Actively sold by Manila Gear and [http://ReActiveMicro.com ReActiveMicro].<br />
<strong>Support:</strong> Post on the [[{{TALKPAGENAME}}|Discussion]] page (link above) or email [http://store.reactivemicro.com/contact-us/ ReActiveMicro Support].<br />
<strong>Sales:</strong> Visit the [http://store.reactivemicro.com/shop/ ReActiveMicro Store].<br />
<br />
== History == <!--T:2--><br />
v1.1 is available for pre-order in May 2017. <br />
<br />
== Versions == <!--T:3--><br />
The PCB design allows for manufacturing flexibility. The crystal can be cylinder or square type. The CR2032 Battery Holder can be the minimalistic low profile metal clip or the round plastic type. Through-hole pins are available to wire the break-off battery holder to the main board.<br />
<br />
<gallery class="center" widths=150px heights=80 caption="Different Versions of the PCB><br />
File:2014-11-29_NSC_v1.0.png|NSC v1.0<br />
</gallery><br />
<br />
== Watchouts == <!--T:4--><br />
When installing on a IIc, the height of the No Slot Clock will interfere with the IIc 1Meg RAM Card. One workaround is to remove the regular socket on the bottom of the No Slot Clock. However, this will introduce socket stretch.<br />
<br />
== Links == <!--T:5--><br />
<br />
<div class="new_window"><br />
<gallery class="center" widths=150px heights=80 caption="More Pics, Docs, Software, and Info><br />
File:RMFile.png|No Slot Clock Folder|link=https://3b27550abf893f25c597207bf49819e3f63fbf47.googledrive.com/host/0Bw5jornno0UuNU1pU3NhSlY5ZkU/Projects/No%20Slot%20Clock/<br />
</gallery><br />
</div></div>Sparkyhttp://wiki.reactivemicro.com/index.php?title=No_Slot_Clock&diff=851No Slot Clock2017-05-15T18:03:33Z<p>Sparky: </p>
<hr />
<div><!--T:1--><br />
The [[Manila Gear]] No Slot Clock was released in May 2017.<br />
<br />
The No Slot Clock lets your Apple II remember the date and time. It will work on an Apple II, Apple II+, Apple IIe or Apple IIc and features dual break-off battery holders so you can install it however you like.<br />
<br />
You can order the NSC in one of three pre-configured versions, based on where you plan to use it:<br />
<br />
<li><br />
II or II+ motherboard<br />
IIe or IIc motherboard, or slot card with a 28 pin EPROM (e.g. Microdrive)<br />
slot card with a 24 pin EPROM (e.g. Super Serial Card)<br />
<il><br />
<br />
Other configurations are available on request.<br />
<br />
Some of the unique features of the No Slot Clock:<br />
<br />
<li><br />
User replaceable CR2032 batteries<br />
Break-off battery holders<br />
Machine pin socket on the top for reliable connections to your ROM chip <br />
Regular IC socket on the bottom to preserve your motherboard / slot card IC socket (no more “socket stretch”)<br />
Switchable configuration. Solder jumpers can be set to change for used on a II or II+, or a IIe or IIc, or a slot card with a 24 pin EPROM.<br />
<il><br />
<br />
<strong>Project Status:</strong> Complete. In production. Actively sold by Manila Gear and [http://ReActiveMicro.com ReActiveMicro].<br />
<strong>Support:</strong> Post on the [[{{TALKPAGENAME}}|Discussion]] page (link above) or email [http://store.reactivemicro.com/contact-us/ ReActiveMicro Support].<br />
<strong>Sales:</strong> Visit the [http://store.reactivemicro.com/shop/ ReActiveMicro Store].<br />
<br />
== History == <!--T:2--><br />
v1.1 is available for pre-order in May 2017. <br />
<br />
== Versions == <!--T:3--><br />
The PCB design allows for manufacturing flexibility. The crystal can be cylinder or square type. The CR2032 Battery Holder can be the minimalistic low profile metal clip or the round plastic type. Through-hole pins are available to wire the break-off battery holder to the main board.<br />
<br />
<gallery class="center" widths=150px heights=80 caption="Different Versions of the PCB><br />
File:2014-11-29_NSC_v1.0.png|NSC v1.0<br />
</gallery><br />
<br />
== Watchouts == <!--T:4--><br />
When installing on a IIc, the height of the No Slot Clock will interfere with the IIc 1Meg RAM Card. One workaround is to remove the regular socket on the bottom of the No Slot Clock. However, this will introduce socket stretch.<br />
<br />
== Links == <!--T:5--><br />
<br />
<div class="new_window"><br />
<gallery class="center" widths=150px heights=80 caption="More Pics, Docs, Software, and Info><br />
File:RMFile.png|No Slot Clock Folder|link=https://3b27550abf893f25c597207bf49819e3f63fbf47.googledrive.com/host/0Bw5jornno0UuNU1pU3NhSlY5ZkU/Projects/No%20Slot%20Clock/<br />
</gallery><br />
</div></div>Sparkyhttp://wiki.reactivemicro.com/index.php?title=Manila_Gear&diff=850Manila Gear2017-05-15T16:50:53Z<p>Sparky: </p>
<hr />
<div>Manila Gear was founded in April 2016. It's a collaborative effort between Jon Christopher Co and John Valdezco, both long time Apple ][ users and developers. Their website is located at [https://manilagear.com/ https://manilagear.com/].<br />
<br />
Jon has been a hardware hacker for the past twenty years and maintains a blog at http://damntechnology.blogspot.com.au. John advises Silicon Valley startups, and has a degree in Electrical Engineering. Both Jon and John attended Philippine Science High School, and have been working together on cool stuff since then.<br />
<br />
<br />
<gallery class="center" widths=300 heights=300px caption="Masterminds Behind Manila Gear"><br />
File:jon.co.jpg|Jon Christopher Co<br />
File:john.valdezco.jpg|John Valdezco<br />
</gallery><br />
<br />
== Projects ==<br />
[[4soniq]] - A four-channel sound card for the Apple IIgs<br />
<br />
[[2soniq]] - A stereo sound card for the Apple IIgs<br />
<br />
[[Apple IIGS VGA Adapter]] - An RGB-to-VGA adapter for the Apple IIgs<br />
<br />
[[No Slot Clock]] - A no slot clock for the Apple II, II+, IIe, or IIc.<br />
<br />
== The Name: Manila Gear ==<br />
Manila Gear was the name of the first startup John founded when he was still living in Manila, Philippines. That company closed shop when John moved to the US, but the name has been resurrected for this new venture with Jon.<br />
<br />
== History ==<br />
1989 Jon graduates from Philippine Science High School<br />
<br />
1990 John graduates from Philippine Science High School<br />
<br />
1995 Jon gets his Applied Physics degree<br />
<br />
1996 John gets his E.E. degree<br />
<br />
2015 Jon and John get back in touch. John buys his very first Apple IIGS.<br />
<br />
2016 Manila Gear is born!<br />
<br />
== Collaborative Efforts With ReActiveMicro ==<br />
In February 2017 John Valdezco of Manila Gear contacted Henry S. Courbis of [[ReActiveMicro]] about helping bring their projects to the Apple II Community. John was planning to have less hobby time available in 2017 but also wanted to continue to offer Manila Gear's lineup of items for sale. ReActiveMicro was Manila Gear's first choice since they are the most experienced and longest lived Apple II hardware vendor currently Active in the Apple II Community.<br />
<br />
Since April 2017 ReActiveMicro has been selling and supporting all the great items available from Manila Gear.</div>Sparkyhttp://wiki.reactivemicro.com/index.php?title=No_Slot_Clock&diff=849No Slot Clock2017-05-15T16:48:32Z<p>Sparky: </p>
<hr />
<div><!--T:1--><br />
The [[Manila Gear]] No Slot Clock was started in December 2016, and was officially released in May 2017.<br />
<br />
The No Slot Clock will fit in the Apple II, II+, IIe, and IIc.<br />
<br />
<strong>Project Status:</strong> Complete. In production. Actively sold by [http://ReActiveMicro.com ReActiveMicro].<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
== History == <!--T:2--><br />
v1.1 is available for pre-order in May 2017. <br />
<br />
== Versions == <!--T:2--><br />
Crystal can be cylinder or square type. CR2032 Battery Holder can be metal clip or round plastic type.<br />
<br />
<gallery class="center" widths=150px heights=80 caption="Different Versions of the PCB><br />
File:2014-11-29_NSC_v1.0.png|NSC v1.0<br />
</gallery><br />
<br />
<gallery class="center" widths=150px heights=80 caption="Assembled Units><br />
File:NSC-Dallas1.jpg|Height Comparison with Dallas<br />
</gallery><br />
<br />
== Known Design Issues == <!--T:3--><br />
<br />
<br />
== Links == <!--T:4--><br />
<br />
<div class="new_window"><br />
<gallery class="center" widths=150px heights=80 caption="More Pics, Docs, Software, and Info><br />
File:RMFile.png|No Slot Clock Folder|link=https://3b27550abf893f25c597207bf49819e3f63fbf47.googledrive.com/host/0Bw5jornno0UuNU1pU3NhSlY5ZkU/Projects/No%20Slot%20Clock/<br />
</gallery><br />
</div></div>Sparkyhttp://wiki.reactivemicro.com/index.php?title=No_Slot_Clock&diff=848No Slot Clock2017-05-15T16:47:57Z<p>Sparky: </p>
<hr />
<div><!--T:1--><br />
The Manila Gear No Slot Clock was started in December 2016, and was officially released in May 2017.<br />
<br />
The No Slot Clock will fit in the Apple II, II+, IIe, and IIc.<br />
<br />
<strong>Project Status:</strong> Complete. In production. Actively sold by [http://ReActiveMicro.com ReActiveMicro].<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
== History == <!--T:2--><br />
v1.1 is available for pre-order in May 2017. <br />
<br />
== Versions == <!--T:2--><br />
Crystal can be cylinder or square type. CR2032 Battery Holder can be metal clip or round plastic type.<br />
<br />
<gallery class="center" widths=150px heights=80 caption="Different Versions of the PCB><br />
File:2014-11-29_NSC_v1.0.png|NSC v1.0<br />
</gallery><br />
<br />
<gallery class="center" widths=150px heights=80 caption="Assembled Units><br />
File:NSC-Dallas1.jpg|Height Comparison with Dallas<br />
</gallery><br />
<br />
== Known Design Issues == <!--T:3--><br />
<br />
<br />
== Links == <!--T:4--><br />
<br />
<div class="new_window"><br />
<gallery class="center" widths=150px heights=80 caption="More Pics, Docs, Software, and Info><br />
File:RMFile.png|No Slot Clock Folder|link=https://3b27550abf893f25c597207bf49819e3f63fbf47.googledrive.com/host/0Bw5jornno0UuNU1pU3NhSlY5ZkU/Projects/No%20Slot%20Clock/<br />
</gallery><br />
</div></div>Sparkyhttp://wiki.reactivemicro.com/index.php?title=No_Slot_Clock&diff=847No Slot Clock2017-05-15T16:45:39Z<p>Sparky: Created page with "<!--T:1--> The Manila Gear No Slot Clock was started in December 2016, and was officially released in May 2017. The No Slot Clock will fit in the Apple II, II+, IIe, and IIc...."</p>
<hr />
<div><!--T:1--><br />
The Manila Gear No Slot Clock was started in December 2016, and was officially released in May 2017.<br />
<br />
The No Slot Clock will fit in the Apple II, II+, IIe, and IIc. can be a very tight fit with a IIc 1Meg RAM Card installed.<br />
<br />
<strong>Project Status:</strong> Complete. In production. Actively sold by [http://ReActiveMicro.com ReActiveMicro.com].<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
== History == <!--T:2--><br />
v1.1 is available for pre-order in May 2017. <br />
<br />
== Versions == <!--T:2--><br />
Crystal can be cylinder or square type. CR2032 Battery Holder can be metal clip or round plastic type.<br />
<br />
<gallery class="center" widths=150px heights=80 caption="Different Versions of the PCB><br />
File:2014-11-29_NSC_v1.0.png|NSC v1.0<br />
</gallery><br />
<br />
<gallery class="center" widths=150px heights=80 caption="Assembled Units><br />
File:NSC-Dallas1.jpg|Height Comparison with Dallas<br />
</gallery><br />
<br />
== Known Design Issues == <!--T:3--><br />
<br />
<br />
== Links == <!--T:4--><br />
<br />
<div class="new_window"><br />
<gallery class="center" widths=150px heights=80 caption="More Pics, Docs, Software, and Info><br />
File:RMFile.png|No Slot Clock Folder|link=https://3b27550abf893f25c597207bf49819e3f63fbf47.googledrive.com/host/0Bw5jornno0UuNU1pU3NhSlY5ZkU/Projects/No%20Slot%20Clock/<br />
</gallery><br />
</div></div>Sparkyhttp://wiki.reactivemicro.com/index.php?title=Manila_Gear&diff=840Manila Gear2017-04-23T07:59:41Z<p>Sparky: /* Collaborative Efforts With ReActiveMicro */</p>
<hr />
<div>Manila Gear was founded in April 2016. It's a collaborative effort between Jon Christopher Co and John Valdezco, both long time Apple ][ users and developers. Their website is located at [https://manilagear.com/ https://manilagear.com/].<br />
<br />
Jon has been a hardware hacker for the past twenty years and maintains a blog at http://damntechnology.blogspot.com.au. John advises Silicon Valley startups, and has a degree in Electrical Engineering. Both Jon and John attended Philippine Science High School, and have been working together on cool stuff since then.<br />
<br />
<br />
<gallery class="center" widths=300 heights=300px caption="Masterminds Behind Manila Gear"><br />
File:jon.co.jpg|Jon Christopher Co<br />
File:john.valdezco.jpg|John Valdezco<br />
</gallery><br />
<br />
== Projects ==<br />
[[4soniq]] - A four-channel sound card for the Apple IIgs<br />
<br />
[[2soniq]] - A stereo sound card for the Apple IIgs<br />
<br />
[[Apple IIGS VGA Adapter]] - An RGB-to-VGA adapter for the Apple IIgs<br />
<br />
== The Name: Manila Gear ==<br />
Manila Gear was the name of the first startup John founded when he was still living in Manila, Philippines. That company closed shop when John moved to the US, but the name has been resurrected for this new venture with Jon.<br />
<br />
== History ==<br />
1989 Jon graduates from Philippine Science High School<br />
<br />
1990 John graduates from Philippine Science High School<br />
<br />
1995 Jon gets his Applied Physics degree<br />
<br />
1996 John gets his E.E. degree<br />
<br />
2015 Jon and John get back in touch. John buys his very first Apple IIGS.<br />
<br />
2016 Manila Gear is born!<br />
<br />
== Collaborative Efforts With ReActiveMicro ==<br />
In February 2017 John Valdezco of Manila Gear contacted Henry S. Courbis of [[ReActiveMicro]] about helping bring their projects to the Apple II Community. John was planning to have less hobby time available in 2017 but also wanted to continue to offer Manila Gear's lineup of items for sale. ReActiveMicro was Manila Gear's first choice since they are the most experienced and longest lived Apple II hardware vendor currently Active in the Apple II Community.<br />
<br />
Since April 2017 ReActiveMicro has been selling and supporting all the great items available from Manila Gear.</div>Sparkyhttp://wiki.reactivemicro.com/index.php?title=Apple_IIGS_VGA_Adapter&diff=825Apple IIGS VGA Adapter2017-04-07T11:07:14Z<p>Sparky: /* Documentation, Files, and Software */</p>
<hr />
<div>The Apple IIGS VGA Adapter was created by [[Manila Gear]] in June 2016. It allows use of the Apple IIgs on VGA monitors that support 15kHz.<br />
<br />
<br />
<strong>Project Status:</strong> Complete. In production. Actively sold by Manila Gear and ReActiveMicro.<br />
<br />
<strong>Support:</strong> Post on the [[{{TALKPAGENAME}}|Discussion]] page (link above) or email [http://store.reactivemicro.com/contact-us/ ReActiveMicro Support].<br />
<br />
<strong>Sales:</strong> Visit the [http://store.reactivemicro.com/shop/ ReActiveMicro Store].<br />
<br />
<br />
== History ==<br />
The Apple IIGS VGA Adapter was created by Jon Christopher Co and John Valdezco of Manila Gear in June of 2016. <br />
<br />
<br />
John had been using the Gonbes GBS-8800 frequency upscaler board with a VGA monitor on his newly acquired Apple IIGS. John wasn't happy with the video output and the clutter associated with having an extra board and power supply for the Gonbes board. So John and Jon set about finding a simpler, better video solution! The result of their research efforts was the VGA Adapter.<br />
<br />
== Different Versions of the Apple IIGS VGA Adapter ==<br />
The basic design has remained unchanged, with just a few tweaks here and there.<br />
<br />
<br />
<gallery class="center" widths=300px caption="Apple IIGS VGA Adapters through the years:"><br />
File:VGA-Adapter-v1.JPG|The first production version. Green PCB.<br />
File:VGA-Adapter-v2.JPG|The second production version. White PCB.<br />
</gallery><br />
<br />
<br />
== Documentation, Files, and Software ==<br />
<div class="new_window"><br />
<gallery class="center" widths=150px heights=80 caption="The Most Current Manual"><br />
File:Doc.png|Current VGA Adapter Manual - v1.0|link=https://goo.gl/xpASWv<br />
</gallery><br />
</div></div>Sparkyhttp://wiki.reactivemicro.com/index.php?title=2soniq&diff=8242soniq2017-04-07T11:06:32Z<p>Sparky: /* Documentation, Files, and Software */</p>
<hr />
<div>The 2soniq was created by [[Manila Gear]] in April 2017. It gives the Apple IIgs stereo sound, instead of the usual one.<br />
<br />
<br />
Each of the 32 oscillators available in the Apple IIgs’ Ensoniq Digital Oscillator Chip (DOC) can be assigned to play on any one of 8 output channels. The 2soniq card unlocks 2 of those channels. See also the [[4soniq]].<br />
<br />
<br />
To enjoy stereo channel sound with the 2soniq, you will need two powered speakers (e.g. one set of 2.1 computer speakers setup up as Left and Right). Almost all software written for the IIgs supports stereo sound.<br />
<br />
<br />
<strong>Project Status:</strong> Complete. In production. Actively sold by Manila Gear and ReActiveMicro.<br />
<br />
<strong>Support:</strong> Post on the [[{{TALKPAGENAME}}|Discussion]] page (link above) or email [http://store.reactivemicro.com/contact-us/ ReActiveMicro Support].<br />
<br />
<strong>Sales:</strong> Visit the [http://store.reactivemicro.com/shop/ ReActiveMicro Store].<br />
<br />
<br />
== History ==<br />
April 2017 - 2soniq v1.0 released<br />
<br />
<br />
== Different Versions of the 2soniq ==<br />
<br />
<br />
<gallery class="center" widths=300px caption=""><br />
File:2soniq-v1.0.JPG|The first production version.<br />
</gallery><br />
<br />
== Documentation, Files, and Software ==<br />
<div class="new_window"><br />
<gallery class="center" widths=150px heights=80 caption="The Most Current Manual, Programmer's Guide, and Software"><br />
File:Doc.png|User Manual - v1.0|link=https://goo.gl/otaZ9g<br />
File:Doc.png|Programmer's Guide - v1.0|link=https://goo.gl/bc7w06<br />
File:Doc.png|Sound Check Program - v2|link=https://goo.gl/KLnJGy<br />
</gallery><br />
</div></div>Sparkyhttp://wiki.reactivemicro.com/index.php?title=2soniq&diff=8232soniq2017-04-06T17:20:47Z<p>Sparky: /* Documentation, Files, and Software */</p>
<hr />
<div>The 2soniq was created by [[Manila Gear]] in April 2017. It gives the Apple IIgs stereo sound, instead of the usual one.<br />
<br />
<br />
Each of the 32 oscillators available in the Apple IIgs’ Ensoniq Digital Oscillator Chip (DOC) can be assigned to play on any one of 8 output channels. The 2soniq card unlocks 2 of those channels. See also the [[4soniq]].<br />
<br />
<br />
To enjoy stereo channel sound with the 2soniq, you will need two powered speakers (e.g. one set of 2.1 computer speakers setup up as Left and Right). Almost all software written for the IIgs supports stereo sound.<br />
<br />
<br />
<strong>Project Status:</strong> Complete. In production. Actively sold by Manila Gear and ReActiveMicro.<br />
<br />
<strong>Support:</strong> Post on the [[{{TALKPAGENAME}}|Discussion]] page (link above) or email [http://store.reactivemicro.com/contact-us/ ReActiveMicro Support].<br />
<br />
<strong>Sales:</strong> Visit the [http://store.reactivemicro.com/shop/ ReActiveMicro Store].<br />
<br />
<br />
== History ==<br />
April 2017 - 2soniq v1.0 released<br />
<br />
<br />
== Different Versions of the 2soniq ==<br />
<br />
<br />
<gallery class="center" widths=300px caption=""><br />
File:2soniq-v1.0.JPG|The first production version.<br />
</gallery><br />
<br />
== Documentation, Files, and Software ==<br />
<div class="new_window"><br />
<gallery class="center" widths=150px heights=80 caption="The Most Current Manual, Programmer's Guide, and Software"><br />
File:Doc.png|User Manual - v1.0|link=https://goo.gl/Ml2fVp<br />
File:Doc.png|Programmer's Guide - v1.0|link=https://goo.gl/bc7w06<br />
File:Doc.png|Sound Check Program - v2|link=https://goo.gl/KLnJGy<br />
</gallery><br />
</div></div>Sparkyhttp://wiki.reactivemicro.com/index.php?title=2soniq&diff=8222soniq2017-04-06T17:20:30Z<p>Sparky: /* Documentation, Files, and Software */</p>
<hr />
<div>The 2soniq was created by [[Manila Gear]] in April 2017. It gives the Apple IIgs stereo sound, instead of the usual one.<br />
<br />
<br />
Each of the 32 oscillators available in the Apple IIgs’ Ensoniq Digital Oscillator Chip (DOC) can be assigned to play on any one of 8 output channels. The 2soniq card unlocks 2 of those channels. See also the [[4soniq]].<br />
<br />
<br />
To enjoy stereo channel sound with the 2soniq, you will need two powered speakers (e.g. one set of 2.1 computer speakers setup up as Left and Right). Almost all software written for the IIgs supports stereo sound.<br />
<br />
<br />
<strong>Project Status:</strong> Complete. In production. Actively sold by Manila Gear and ReActiveMicro.<br />
<br />
<strong>Support:</strong> Post on the [[{{TALKPAGENAME}}|Discussion]] page (link above) or email [http://store.reactivemicro.com/contact-us/ ReActiveMicro Support].<br />
<br />
<strong>Sales:</strong> Visit the [http://store.reactivemicro.com/shop/ ReActiveMicro Store].<br />
<br />
<br />
== History ==<br />
April 2017 - 2soniq v1.0 released<br />
<br />
<br />
== Different Versions of the 2soniq ==<br />
<br />
<br />
<gallery class="center" widths=300px caption=""><br />
File:2soniq-v1.0.JPG|The first production version.<br />
</gallery><br />
<br />
== Documentation, Files, and Software ==<br />
<div class="new_window"><br />
<gallery class="center" widths=150px heights=80 caption="The Most Current Manual, Programmer's Guide, and Software"><br />
File:Doc.png|User Manual - v1.0|link=https://goo.gl/Ml2fVp<br />
File:Doc.png|Programmer's Guidel - v1.0|link=https://goo.gl/bc7w06<br />
File:Doc.png|Sound Check Program - v2|link=https://goo.gl/KLnJGy<br />
</gallery><br />
</div></div>Sparkyhttp://wiki.reactivemicro.com/index.php?title=4soniq&diff=8214soniq2017-04-06T17:18:34Z<p>Sparky: </p>
<hr />
<div>The 4soniq was created by [[Manila Gear]] in April 2016. It gives the Apple IIgs four separate channels of sound, instead of the usual one.<br />
<br />
<br />
Each of the 32 oscillators available in the Apple IIgs’ Ensoniq Digital Oscillator Chip (DOC) can be assigned to play on any one of 8 output channels. One 4soniq card unlocks 4 of those channels. Pair it with a second 4soniq card to unlock all 8!<br />
<br />
<br />
To enjoy four channel sound with the 4soniq, you will need four powered speakers (e.g. two sets of 2.1 computer speakers setup up as Front Left, Front Right, Surround Left and Surround Right), and the appropriate software.<br />
<br />
<br />
Four channel sound is now supported in Ninjaforce’s Kaboom! and has been tested successfully on modified versions of Ninjaforce’s NinjaTracker * and Sheppyware’s AmperSound GS. See the downloads section for more software.<br />
<br />
<br />
For software that does not support four channel sound yet, the 4soniq functions equally well as a two channel stereo card.<br />
<br />
<br />
<strong>Project Status:</strong> Complete. In production. Actively sold by Manila Gear and ReActiveMicro.<br />
<br />
<strong>Support:</strong> Post on the [[{{TALKPAGENAME}}|Discussion]] page (link above) or email [http://store.reactivemicro.com/contact-us/ ReActiveMicro Support].<br />
<br />
<strong>Sales:</strong> Visit the [http://store.reactivemicro.com/shop/ ReActiveMicro Store].<br />
<br />
<br />
== History ==<br />
Sydney, Australia, 29 April 2016—Manila Gear today announced the 4soniq interface card for the Apple IIGS. The card gives IIGS owners the ability to connect up to 4 separate powered speakers so they can enjoy quadraphonic surround sound. In addition to providing four channels of output, the 4soniq gives owners the ability to capture audio with a single channel input digitiser.<br />
<br />
<br />
The 4soniq was announced at WOzFest /// where Jon Christopher Co demonstrated a prototype 4soniq card for attendees to inspect and use in KABOOM! gameplay.<br />
<br />
<br />
“It all started when we were chatting about how the Apple IIGS can generate 8 channels of sound, and fellow Apple enthusiast Andrew Roughan wondered ‘if anyone ever attempted such a design.’ John and I checked it out and we decided to give it a shot!” said Jon. “We hope Apple IIGS users enjoy using it and programming for it as much as we have enjoyed creating it.”<br />
<br />
== Different Versions of the Apple IIGS VGA Adapter ==<br />
There have been a few versions of the 4soniq.<br />
<br />
<br />
<gallery class="center" widths=300px caption="Apple IIGS VGA Adapters through the years:"><br />
File:4soniq-v0.8.JPG|The first prototype. Toner transfer with red silkscreen.<br />
File:4soniq-v0.9.JPG|The second prototype. Toner transfer with blue silkscreen.<br />
File:4soniq-v1.0.JPG|The first production version.<br />
File:4soniq-v1.1.JPG|The second production version.<br />
</gallery><br />
<br />
== Documentation, Files, and Software ==<br />
<div class="new_window"><br />
<gallery class="center" widths=150px heights=80 caption="The Most Current User Manual, Programmer's Guide, and Software"><br />
File:Doc.png|User Manual - v1.0|link=https://goo.gl/Ml2fVp<br />
File:Doc.png|Programmer's Guide - v1.0|link=https://goo.gl/bc7w06<br />
File:Doc.png|Sound Check Program - v2|link=https://goo.gl/KLnJGy<br />
</gallery><br />
</div></div>Sparkyhttp://wiki.reactivemicro.com/index.php?title=Manila_Gear&diff=820Manila Gear2017-04-06T06:39:16Z<p>Sparky: </p>
<hr />
<div>Manila Gear was founded in April 2016. It's a collaborative effort between Jon Christopher Co and John Valdezco, both long time Apple ][ users and developers. Their website is located at [https://manilagear.com/ https://manilagear.com/].<br />
<br />
Jon has been a hardware hacker for the past twenty years and maintains a blog at http://damntechnology.blogspot.com.au. John advises Silicon Valley startups, and has a degree in Electrical Engineering. Both Jon and John attended Philippine Science High School, and have been working together on cool stuff since then.<br />
<br />
<br />
<gallery class="center" widths=300 heights=300px caption="Masterminds Behind Manila Gear"><br />
File:jon.co.jpg|Jon Christopher Co<br />
File:john.valdezco.jpg|John Valdezco<br />
</gallery><br />
<br />
== Projects ==<br />
[[4soniq]] - A four-channel sound card for the Apple IIgs<br />
<br />
[[2soniq]] - A stereo sound card for the Apple IIgs<br />
<br />
[[Apple IIGS VGA Adapter]] - An RGB-to-VGA adapter for the Apple IIgs<br />
<br />
== The Name: Manila Gear ==<br />
Manila Gear was the name of the first startup John founded when he was still living in Manila, Philippines. That company closed shop when John moved to the US, but the name has been resurrected for this new venture with Jon.<br />
<br />
== History ==<br />
1989 Jon graduates from Philippine Science High School<br />
<br />
1990 John graduates from Philippine Science High School<br />
<br />
1995 Jon gets his Applied Physics degree<br />
<br />
1996 John gets his E.E. degree<br />
<br />
2015 Jon and John get back in touch. John buys his very first Apple IIGS.<br />
<br />
2016 Manila Gear is born!<br />
<br />
== Collaborative Efforts With ReActiveMicro ==<br />
In February 2017 John Valdezco of Manila Gear contacted Henry S. Courbis of [[ReActiveMicro]] about helping bring their projects to the Apple II Community. John was planning to have less hobby time available in 2017 but also wanted to continue to offer Manila Gear's lineup of items for sale. ReActiveMicro was Manila Gear's first choice since they are the most experienced and longest lived Apple II vendor currently Active in the Apple II Community.<br />
<br />
Since April 2017 ReActiveMicro has been selling and supporting all the great items available from Manila Gear.</div>Sparkyhttp://wiki.reactivemicro.com/index.php?title=Manila_Gear&diff=819Manila Gear2017-04-06T06:37:25Z<p>Sparky: </p>
<hr />
<div>Manila Gear was founded in April 2016. It's a collaborative effort between Jon Christopher Co and John Valdezco, both long time Apple ][ users and developers. Their website is located at [https://manilagear.com/ https://manilagear.com/].<br />
<br />
Jon has been a hardware hacker for the past twenty years and maintains a blog at http://damntechnology.blogspot.com.au. John advises Silicon Valley startups, and has a degree in Electrical Engineering. Both Jon and John attended Philippine Science High School, and have been working together on cool stuff since then.<br />
<br />
<br />
<gallery class="center" widths=300 heights=300px caption="Masterminds Behind Manila Gear"><br />
File:jon.co.jpg|Jon Christopher<br />
File:john.valdezco.jpg|John Valdezco<br />
</gallery><br />
<br />
== Projects ==<br />
[[4soniq]] - A four-channel sound card for the Apple IIgs<br />
<br />
[[2soniq]] - A stereo sound card for the Apple IIgs<br />
<br />
[[Apple IIGS VGA Adapter]] - An RGB-to-VGA adapter for the Apple IIgs<br />
<br />
== The Name: Manila Gear ==<br />
Manila Gear was the name of the first startup John founded when he was still living in Manila, Philippines. That company closed shop when John moved to the US, but the name has been resurrected for this new venture with Jon.<br />
<br />
== History ==<br />
1989 Jon graduates from Philippine Science High School<br />
<br />
1990 John graduates from Philippine Science High School<br />
<br />
1995 Jon gets his Applied Physics degree<br />
<br />
1996 John gets his E.E. degree<br />
<br />
2015 Jon and John get back in touch. John buys his very first Apple IIGS.<br />
<br />
2016 Manila Gear is born!<br />
<br />
== Collaborative Efforts With ReActiveMicro ==<br />
In February 2017 John Valdezco of Manila Gear contacted Henry S. Courbis of [[ReActiveMicro]] about helping bring their projects to the Apple II Community. John was planning to have less hobby time available in 2017 but also wanted to continue to offer Manila Gear's lineup of items for sale. ReActiveMicro was Manila Gear's first choice since they are the most experienced and longest lived Apple II vendor currently Active in the Apple II Community.<br />
<br />
Since April 2017 ReActiveMicro has been selling and supporting all the great items available from Manila Gear.</div>Sparkyhttp://wiki.reactivemicro.com/index.php?title=Apple_IIGS_VGA_Adapter&diff=818Apple IIGS VGA Adapter2017-04-06T06:36:16Z<p>Sparky: Created page with "The Apple IIGS VGA Adapter was created by Manila Gear in June 2016. It allows use of the Apple IIgs on VGA monitors that support 15kHz. <strong>Project Status:</strong>..."</p>
<hr />
<div>The Apple IIGS VGA Adapter was created by [[Manila Gear]] in June 2016. It allows use of the Apple IIgs on VGA monitors that support 15kHz.<br />
<br />
<br />
<strong>Project Status:</strong> Complete. In production. Actively sold by Manila Gear and ReActiveMicro.<br />
<br />
<strong>Support:</strong> Post on the [[{{TALKPAGENAME}}|Discussion]] page (link above) or email [http://store.reactivemicro.com/contact-us/ ReActiveMicro Support].<br />
<br />
<strong>Sales:</strong> Visit the [http://store.reactivemicro.com/shop/ ReActiveMicro Store].<br />
<br />
<br />
== History ==<br />
The Apple IIGS VGA Adapter was created by Jon Christopher Co and John Valdezco of Manila Gear in June of 2016. <br />
<br />
<br />
John had been using the Gonbes GBS-8800 frequency upscaler board with a VGA monitor on his newly acquired Apple IIGS. John wasn't happy with the video output and the clutter associated with having an extra board and power supply for the Gonbes board. So John and Jon set about finding a simpler, better video solution! The result of their research efforts was the VGA Adapter.<br />
<br />
== Different Versions of the Apple IIGS VGA Adapter ==<br />
The basic design has remained unchanged, with just a few tweaks here and there.<br />
<br />
<br />
<gallery class="center" widths=300px caption="Apple IIGS VGA Adapters through the years:"><br />
File:VGA-Adapter-v1.JPG|The first production version. Green PCB.<br />
File:VGA-Adapter-v2.JPG|The second production version. White PCB.<br />
</gallery><br />
<br />
<br />
== Documentation, Files, and Software ==<br />
<div class="new_window"><br />
<gallery class="center" widths=150px heights=80 caption="The Most Current Manual"><br />
File:Doc.png|Current VGA Adapter Manual - v1.0|link=http://www.downloads.reactivemicro.com/Public/Apple%20II%20Items/Hardware/<br />
</gallery><br />
</div></div>Sparkyhttp://wiki.reactivemicro.com/index.php?title=Manila_Gear&diff=815Manila Gear2017-04-06T06:29:54Z<p>Sparky: /* Projects */</p>
<hr />
<div>Manila Gear was founded in April 2016. It's a collaborative effort between Jon Christopher Co and John Valdezco, both long time Apple ][ users and developers. Their website is located at [https://manilagear.com/ https://manilagear.com/].<br />
<br />
Jon has been a hardware hacker for the past twenty years and maintains a blog at http://damntechnology.blogspot.com.au. John advises Silicon Valley startups, and has a degree in Electrical Engineering. Both Jon and John attended Philippine Science High School, and have been working together on cool stuff since then.<br />
<br />
<br />
<gallery class="center" widths=300 heights=300px caption="Masterminds Behind Manila Gear"><br />
File:jon.co.jpg|Jon Christopher<br />
File:john.valdezco.jpg|John Valdezco<br />
</gallery><br />
<br />
== Projects ==<br />
[[4soniq]] - A four-channel sound card for the Apple IIgs<br />
<br />
[[2soniq]] - A stereo sound card for the Apple IIgs<br />
<br />
[[Apple IIGS VGA Adapter - Manila Gear]] - An RGB-to-VGA adapter for the Apple IIgs<br />
<br />
== The Name: Manila Gear ==<br />
Manila Gear was the name of the first startup John founded when he was still living in Manila, Philippines. That company closed shop when John moved to the US, but the name has been resurrected for this new venture with Jon.<br />
<br />
== History ==<br />
1989 Jon graduates from Philippine Science High School<br />
<br />
1990 John graduates from Philippine Science High School<br />
<br />
1995 Jon gets his Applied Physics degree<br />
<br />
1996 John gets his E.E. degree<br />
<br />
2015 Jon and John get back in touch. John buys his very first Apple IIGS.<br />
<br />
2016 Manila Gear is born!<br />
<br />
== Collaborative Efforts With ReActiveMicro ==<br />
In February 2017 John Valdezco of Manila Gear contacted Henry S. Courbis of [[ReActiveMicro]] about helping bring their projects to the Apple II Community. John was planning to have less hobby time available in 2017 but also wanted to continue to offer Manila Gear's lineup of items for sale. ReActiveMicro was Manila Gear's first choice since they are the most experienced and longest lived Apple II vendor currently Active in the Apple II Community.<br />
<br />
Since April 2017 ReActiveMicro has been selling and supporting all the great items available from Manila Gear.</div>Sparkyhttp://wiki.reactivemicro.com/index.php?title=Manila_Gear&diff=814Manila Gear2017-04-06T06:29:03Z<p>Sparky: </p>
<hr />
<div>Manila Gear was founded in April 2016. It's a collaborative effort between Jon Christopher Co and John Valdezco, both long time Apple ][ users and developers. Their website is located at [https://manilagear.com/ https://manilagear.com/].<br />
<br />
Jon has been a hardware hacker for the past twenty years and maintains a blog at http://damntechnology.blogspot.com.au. John advises Silicon Valley startups, and has a degree in Electrical Engineering. Both Jon and John attended Philippine Science High School, and have been working together on cool stuff since then.<br />
<br />
<br />
<gallery class="center" widths=300 heights=300px caption="Masterminds Behind Manila Gear"><br />
File:jon.co.jpg|Jon Christopher<br />
File:john.valdezco.jpg|John Valdezco<br />
</gallery><br />
<br />
== Projects ==<br />
[[4soniq]] - A four-channel sound card for the Apple IIgs<br />
[[2soniq]] - A stereo sound card for the Apple IIgs<br />
[[Apple IIGS VGA Adapter - Manila Gear]] - An RGB-to-VGA adapter for the Apple IIgs<br />
<br />
== The Name: Manila Gear ==<br />
Manila Gear was the name of the first startup John founded when he was still living in Manila, Philippines. That company closed shop when John moved to the US, but the name has been resurrected for this new venture with Jon.<br />
<br />
== History ==<br />
1989 Jon graduates from Philippine Science High School<br />
<br />
1990 John graduates from Philippine Science High School<br />
<br />
1995 Jon gets his Applied Physics degree<br />
<br />
1996 John gets his E.E. degree<br />
<br />
2015 Jon and John get back in touch. John buys his very first Apple IIGS.<br />
<br />
2016 Manila Gear is born!<br />
<br />
== Collaborative Efforts With ReActiveMicro ==<br />
In February 2017 John Valdezco of Manila Gear contacted Henry S. Courbis of [[ReActiveMicro]] about helping bring their projects to the Apple II Community. John was planning to have less hobby time available in 2017 but also wanted to continue to offer Manila Gear's lineup of items for sale. ReActiveMicro was Manila Gear's first choice since they are the most experienced and longest lived Apple II vendor currently Active in the Apple II Community.<br />
<br />
Since April 2017 ReActiveMicro has been selling and supporting all the great items available from Manila Gear.</div>Sparkyhttp://wiki.reactivemicro.com/index.php?title=2soniq&diff=8132soniq2017-04-06T06:22:58Z<p>Sparky: </p>
<hr />
<div>The 2soniq was created by [[Manila Gear]] in April 2017. It gives the Apple IIgs stereo sound, instead of the usual one.<br />
<br />
<br />
Each of the 32 oscillators available in the Apple IIgs’ Ensoniq Digital Oscillator Chip (DOC) can be assigned to play on any one of 8 output channels. The 2soniq card unlocks 2 of those channels. See also the [[4soniq]].<br />
<br />
<br />
To enjoy stereo channel sound with the 2soniq, you will need two powered speakers (e.g. one set of 2.1 computer speakers setup up as Left and Right). Almost all software written for the IIgs supports stereo sound.<br />
<br />
<br />
<strong>Project Status:</strong> Complete. In production. Actively sold by Manila Gear and ReActiveMicro.<br />
<br />
<strong>Support:</strong> Post on the [[{{TALKPAGENAME}}|Discussion]] page (link above) or email [http://store.reactivemicro.com/contact-us/ ReActiveMicro Support].<br />
<br />
<strong>Sales:</strong> Visit the [http://store.reactivemicro.com/shop/ ReActiveMicro Store].<br />
<br />
<br />
== History ==<br />
April 2017 - 2soniq v1.0 released<br />
<br />
<br />
== Different Versions of the 2soniq ==<br />
<br />
<br />
<gallery class="center" widths=300px caption=""><br />
File:2soniq-v1.0.JPG|The first production version.<br />
</gallery><br />
<br />
== Documentation, Files, and Software ==<br />
<div class="new_window"><br />
<gallery class="center" widths=150px heights=80 caption="The Most Current Manual, Programmer's Guide, and Software"><br />
File:Doc.png|User Manual - v1.0|link=https://goo.gl/Ml2fVp/<br />
File:Doc.png|Programmer's Guidel - v1.0|link=https://goo.gl/bc7w06<br />
File:Doc.png|Sound Check Program - v2|link=https://goo.gl/KLnJGy<br />
</gallery><br />
</div></div>Sparkyhttp://wiki.reactivemicro.com/index.php?title=2soniq&diff=8122soniq2017-04-06T06:22:09Z<p>Sparky: </p>
<hr />
<div>The 2soniq was created by [[Manila Gear]] in April 2016. It gives the Apple IIgs stereo sound, instead of the usual one.<br />
<br />
<br />
Each of the 32 oscillators available in the Apple IIgs’ Ensoniq Digital Oscillator Chip (DOC) can be assigned to play on any one of 8 output channels. The 2soniq card unlocks 2 of those channels. See also the [[4soniq]].<br />
<br />
<br />
To enjoy stereo channel sound with the 2soniq, you will need two powered speakers (e.g. one set of 2.1 computer speakers setup up as Left and Right). Almost all software written for the IIgs supports stereo sound.<br />
<br />
<br />
<strong>Project Status:</strong> Complete. In production. Actively sold by Manila Gear and ReActiveMicro.<br />
<br />
<strong>Support:</strong> Post on the [[{{TALKPAGENAME}}|Discussion]] page (link above) or email [http://store.reactivemicro.com/contact-us/ ReActiveMicro Support].<br />
<br />
<strong>Sales:</strong> Visit the [http://store.reactivemicro.com/shop/ ReActiveMicro Store].<br />
<br />
<br />
== History ==<br />
April 2017 - 2soniq v1.0 released<br />
<br />
<br />
== Different Versions of the 2soniq ==<br />
<br />
<br />
<gallery class="center" widths=300px caption=""><br />
File:2soniq-v1.0.JPG|The first production version.<br />
</gallery><br />
<br />
== Documentation, Files, and Software ==<br />
<div class="new_window"><br />
<gallery class="center" widths=150px heights=80 caption="The Most Current Manual, Programmer's Guide, and Software"><br />
File:Doc.png|User Manual - v1.0|link=https://goo.gl/Ml2fVp/<br />
File:Doc.png|Programmer's Guidel - v1.0|link=https://goo.gl/bc7w06<br />
File:Doc.png|Sound Check Program - v2|link=https://goo.gl/KLnJGy<br />
</gallery><br />
</div></div>Sparkyhttp://wiki.reactivemicro.com/index.php?title=2soniq&diff=8112soniq2017-04-06T06:16:29Z<p>Sparky: /* Different Versions of the 2soniq */</p>
<hr />
<div>The 4soniq was created by [[Manila Gear]] in April 2016. It gives the Apple IIgs four separate channels of sound, instead of the usual one.<br />
<br />
<br />
Each of the 32 oscillators available in the Apple IIgs’ Ensoniq Digital Oscillator Chip (DOC) can be assigned to play on any one of 8 output channels. One 4soniq card unlocks 4 of those channels. Pair it with a second 4soniq card to unlock all 8!<br />
<br />
<br />
To enjoy four channel sound with the 4soniq, you will need four powered speakers (e.g. two sets of 2.1 computer speakers setup up as Front Left, Front Right, Surround Left and Surround Right), and the appropriate software.<br />
<br />
<br />
Four channel sound is now supported in Ninjaforce’s Kaboom! and has been tested successfully on modified versions of Ninjaforce’s NinjaTracker * and Sheppyware’s AmperSound GS. See the downloads section for more software.<br />
<br />
<br />
For software that does not support four channel sound yet, the 4soniq functions equally well as a two channel stereo card.<br />
<br />
<br />
<strong>Project Status:</strong> Complete. In production. Actively sold by Manila Gear and ReActiveMicro.<br />
<br />
<strong>Support:</strong> Post on the [[{{TALKPAGENAME}}|Discussion]] page (link above) or email [http://store.reactivemicro.com/contact-us/ ReActiveMicro Support].<br />
<br />
<strong>Sales:</strong> Visit the [http://store.reactivemicro.com/shop/ ReActiveMicro Store].<br />
<br />
<br />
== History ==<br />
April 2017 - 2soniq v1.0 released<br />
<br />
<br />
== Different Versions of the 2soniq ==<br />
<br />
<br />
<gallery class="center" widths=300px caption=""><br />
File:2soniq-v1.0.JPG|The first production version.<br />
</gallery><br />
<br />
== Documentation, Files, and Software ==<br />
<div class="new_window"><br />
<gallery class="center" widths=150px heights=80 caption="The Most Current Manual, Programmer's Guide, and Software"><br />
File:Doc.png|User Manual - v1.0|link=https://goo.gl/Ml2fVp/<br />
File:Doc.png|Programmer's Guidel - v1.0|link=https://goo.gl/bc7w06<br />
File:Doc.png|Sound Check Program - v2|link=https://goo.gl/KLnJGy<br />
</gallery><br />
</div></div>Sparkyhttp://wiki.reactivemicro.com/index.php?title=2soniq&diff=8102soniq2017-04-06T06:16:01Z<p>Sparky: /* Different Versions of the Apple IIGS VGA Adapter */</p>
<hr />
<div>The 4soniq was created by [[Manila Gear]] in April 2016. It gives the Apple IIgs four separate channels of sound, instead of the usual one.<br />
<br />
<br />
Each of the 32 oscillators available in the Apple IIgs’ Ensoniq Digital Oscillator Chip (DOC) can be assigned to play on any one of 8 output channels. One 4soniq card unlocks 4 of those channels. Pair it with a second 4soniq card to unlock all 8!<br />
<br />
<br />
To enjoy four channel sound with the 4soniq, you will need four powered speakers (e.g. two sets of 2.1 computer speakers setup up as Front Left, Front Right, Surround Left and Surround Right), and the appropriate software.<br />
<br />
<br />
Four channel sound is now supported in Ninjaforce’s Kaboom! and has been tested successfully on modified versions of Ninjaforce’s NinjaTracker * and Sheppyware’s AmperSound GS. See the downloads section for more software.<br />
<br />
<br />
For software that does not support four channel sound yet, the 4soniq functions equally well as a two channel stereo card.<br />
<br />
<br />
<strong>Project Status:</strong> Complete. In production. Actively sold by Manila Gear and ReActiveMicro.<br />
<br />
<strong>Support:</strong> Post on the [[{{TALKPAGENAME}}|Discussion]] page (link above) or email [http://store.reactivemicro.com/contact-us/ ReActiveMicro Support].<br />
<br />
<strong>Sales:</strong> Visit the [http://store.reactivemicro.com/shop/ ReActiveMicro Store].<br />
<br />
<br />
== History ==<br />
April 2017 - 2soniq v1.0 released<br />
<br />
<br />
== Different Versions of the 2soniq ==<br />
<br />
<br />
<gallery class="center" widths=300px caption="Apple IIGS VGA Adapters through the years:"><br />
File:2soniq-v1.0.JPG|The first production version.<br />
</gallery><br />
<br />
== Documentation, Files, and Software ==<br />
<div class="new_window"><br />
<gallery class="center" widths=150px heights=80 caption="The Most Current Manual, Programmer's Guide, and Software"><br />
File:Doc.png|User Manual - v1.0|link=https://goo.gl/Ml2fVp/<br />
File:Doc.png|Programmer's Guidel - v1.0|link=https://goo.gl/bc7w06<br />
File:Doc.png|Sound Check Program - v2|link=https://goo.gl/KLnJGy<br />
</gallery><br />
</div></div>Sparkyhttp://wiki.reactivemicro.com/index.php?title=File:2soniq-v1.0.JPG&diff=809File:2soniq-v1.0.JPG2017-04-06T06:15:02Z<p>Sparky: </p>
<hr />
<div></div>Sparkyhttp://wiki.reactivemicro.com/index.php?title=4soniq&diff=8084soniq2017-04-06T06:13:47Z<p>Sparky: </p>
<hr />
<div>The 4soniq was created by [[Manila Gear]] in April 2016. It gives the Apple IIgs four separate channels of sound, instead of the usual one.<br />
<br />
<br />
Each of the 32 oscillators available in the Apple IIgs’ Ensoniq Digital Oscillator Chip (DOC) can be assigned to play on any one of 8 output channels. One 4soniq card unlocks 4 of those channels. Pair it with a second 4soniq card to unlock all 8!<br />
<br />
<br />
To enjoy four channel sound with the 4soniq, you will need four powered speakers (e.g. two sets of 2.1 computer speakers setup up as Front Left, Front Right, Surround Left and Surround Right), and the appropriate software.<br />
<br />
<br />
Four channel sound is now supported in Ninjaforce’s Kaboom! and has been tested successfully on modified versions of Ninjaforce’s NinjaTracker * and Sheppyware’s AmperSound GS. See the downloads section for more software.<br />
<br />
<br />
For software that does not support four channel sound yet, the 4soniq functions equally well as a two channel stereo card.<br />
<br />
<br />
<strong>Project Status:</strong> Complete. In production. Actively sold by Manila Gear and ReActiveMicro.<br />
<br />
<strong>Support:</strong> Post on the [[{{TALKPAGENAME}}|Discussion]] page (link above) or email [http://store.reactivemicro.com/contact-us/ ReActiveMicro Support].<br />
<br />
<strong>Sales:</strong> Visit the [http://store.reactivemicro.com/shop/ ReActiveMicro Store].<br />
<br />
<br />
== History ==<br />
Sydney, Australia, 29 April 2016—Manila Gear today announced the 4soniq interface card for the Apple IIGS. The card gives IIGS owners the ability to connect up to 4 separate powered speakers so they can enjoy quadraphonic surround sound. In addition to providing four channels of output, the 4soniq gives owners the ability to capture audio with a single channel input digitiser.<br />
<br />
<br />
The 4soniq was announced at WOzFest /// where Jon Christopher Co demonstrated a prototype 4soniq card for attendees to inspect and use in KABOOM! gameplay.<br />
<br />
<br />
“It all started when we were chatting about how the Apple IIGS can generate 8 channels of sound, and fellow Apple enthusiast Andrew Roughan wondered ‘if anyone ever attempted such a design.’ John and I checked it out and we decided to give it a shot!” said Jon. “We hope Apple IIGS users enjoy using it and programming for it as much as we have enjoyed creating it.”<br />
<br />
== Different Versions of the Apple IIGS VGA Adapter ==<br />
There have been a few versions of the 4soniq.<br />
<br />
<br />
<gallery class="center" widths=300px caption="Apple IIGS VGA Adapters through the years:"><br />
File:4soniq-v0.8.JPG|The first prototype. Toner transfer with red silkscreen.<br />
File:4soniq-v0.9.JPG|The second prototype. Toner transfer with blue silkscreen.<br />
File:4soniq-v1.0.JPG|The first production version.<br />
File:4soniq-v1.1.JPG|The second production version.<br />
</gallery><br />
<br />
== Documentation, Files, and Software ==<br />
<div class="new_window"><br />
<gallery class="center" widths=150px heights=80 caption="The Most Current User Manual, Programmer's Guide, and Software"><br />
File:Doc.png|User Manual - v1.0|link=https://goo.gl/Ml2fVp/<br />
File:Doc.png|Programmer's Guide - v1.0|link=https://goo.gl/bc7w06<br />
File:Doc.png|Sound Check Program - v2|link=https://goo.gl/KLnJGy<br />
</gallery><br />
</div></div>Sparkyhttp://wiki.reactivemicro.com/index.php?title=2soniq&diff=8072soniq2017-04-06T06:12:53Z<p>Sparky: Created page with "The 4soniq was created by Manila Gear in April 2016. It gives the Apple IIgs four separate channels of sound, instead of the usual one. Each of the 32 oscillators availa..."</p>
<hr />
<div>The 4soniq was created by [[Manila Gear]] in April 2016. It gives the Apple IIgs four separate channels of sound, instead of the usual one.<br />
<br />
<br />
Each of the 32 oscillators available in the Apple IIgs’ Ensoniq Digital Oscillator Chip (DOC) can be assigned to play on any one of 8 output channels. One 4soniq card unlocks 4 of those channels. Pair it with a second 4soniq card to unlock all 8!<br />
<br />
<br />
To enjoy four channel sound with the 4soniq, you will need four powered speakers (e.g. two sets of 2.1 computer speakers setup up as Front Left, Front Right, Surround Left and Surround Right), and the appropriate software.<br />
<br />
<br />
Four channel sound is now supported in Ninjaforce’s Kaboom! and has been tested successfully on modified versions of Ninjaforce’s NinjaTracker * and Sheppyware’s AmperSound GS. See the downloads section for more software.<br />
<br />
<br />
For software that does not support four channel sound yet, the 4soniq functions equally well as a two channel stereo card.<br />
<br />
<br />
<strong>Project Status:</strong> Complete. In production. Actively sold by Manila Gear and ReActiveMicro.<br />
<br />
<strong>Support:</strong> Post on the [[{{TALKPAGENAME}}|Discussion]] page (link above) or email [http://store.reactivemicro.com/contact-us/ ReActiveMicro Support].<br />
<br />
<strong>Sales:</strong> Visit the [http://store.reactivemicro.com/shop/ ReActiveMicro Store].<br />
<br />
<br />
== History ==<br />
April 2017 - 2soniq v1.0 released<br />
<br />
<br />
== Different Versions of the Apple IIGS VGA Adapter ==<br />
<br />
<br />
<gallery class="center" widths=300px caption="Apple IIGS VGA Adapters through the years:"><br />
File:2soniq-v1.0.JPG|The first production version.<br />
</gallery><br />
<br />
== Documentation, Files, and Software ==<br />
<div class="new_window"><br />
<gallery class="center" widths=150px heights=80 caption="The Most Current Manual, Programmer's Guide, and Software"><br />
File:Doc.png|User Manual - v1.0|link=https://goo.gl/Ml2fVp/<br />
File:Doc.png|Programmer's Guidel - v1.0|link=https://goo.gl/bc7w06<br />
File:Doc.png|Sound Check Program - v2|link=https://goo.gl/KLnJGy<br />
</gallery><br />
</div></div>Sparkyhttp://wiki.reactivemicro.com/index.php?title=4soniq&diff=8064soniq2017-04-06T06:07:18Z<p>Sparky: /* Documentation, Files, and Software */</p>
<hr />
<div>The 4soniq was created by [[Manila Gear]] in April 2016. It gives the Apple IIgs four separate channels of sound, instead of the usual one.<br />
<br />
<br />
Each of the 32 oscillators available in the Apple IIgs’ Ensoniq Digital Oscillator Chip (DOC) can be assigned to play on any one of 8 output channels. One 4soniq card unlocks 4 of those channels. Pair it with a second 4soniq card to unlock all 8!<br />
<br />
<br />
To enjoy four channel sound with the 4soniq, you will need four powered speakers (e.g. two sets of 2.1 computer speakers setup up as Front Left, Front Right, Surround Left and Surround Right), and the appropriate software.<br />
<br />
<br />
Four channel sound is now supported in Ninjaforce’s Kaboom! and has been tested successfully on modified versions of Ninjaforce’s NinjaTracker * and Sheppyware’s AmperSound GS. See the downloads section for more software.<br />
<br />
<br />
For software that does not support four channel sound yet, the 4soniq functions equally well as a two channel stereo card.<br />
<br />
<br />
<strong>Project Status:</strong> Complete. In production. Actively sold by Manila Gear and ReActiveMicro.<br />
<br />
<strong>Support:</strong> Post on the [[{{TALKPAGENAME}}|Discussion]] page (link above) or email [http://store.reactivemicro.com/contact-us/ ReActiveMicro Support].<br />
<br />
<strong>Sales:</strong> Visit the [http://store.reactivemicro.com/shop/ ReActiveMicro Store].<br />
<br />
<br />
== History ==<br />
Sydney, Australia, 29 April 2016—Manila Gear today announced the 4soniq interface card for the Apple IIGS. The card gives IIGS owners the ability to connect up to 4 separate powered speakers so they can enjoy quadraphonic surround sound. In addition to providing four channels of output, the 4soniq gives owners the ability to capture audio with a single channel input digitiser.<br />
<br />
<br />
The 4soniq was announced at WOzFest /// where Jon Christopher Co demonstrated a prototype 4soniq card for attendees to inspect and use in KABOOM! gameplay.<br />
<br />
<br />
“It all started when we were chatting about how the Apple IIGS can generate 8 channels of sound, and fellow Apple enthusiast Andrew Roughan wondered ‘if anyone ever attempted such a design.’ John and I checked it out and we decided to give it a shot!” said Jon. “We hope Apple IIGS users enjoy using it and programming for it as much as we have enjoyed creating it.”<br />
<br />
== Different Versions of the Apple IIGS VGA Adapter ==<br />
There have been a few versions of the 4soniq.<br />
<br />
<br />
<gallery class="center" widths=300px caption="Apple IIGS VGA Adapters through the years:"><br />
File:4soniq-v0.8.JPG|The first prototype. Toner transfer with red silkscreen.<br />
File:4soniq-v0.9.JPG|The second prototype. Toner transfer with blue silkscreen.<br />
File:4soniq-v1.0.JPG|The first production version.<br />
File:4soniq-v1.1.JPG|The second production version.<br />
</gallery><br />
<br />
== Documentation, Files, and Software ==<br />
<div class="new_window"><br />
<gallery class="center" widths=150px heights=80 caption="The Most Current Manual"><br />
File:Doc.png|User Manual - v1.0|link=https://goo.gl/Ml2fVp/<br />
File:Doc.png|Programmer's Guide Manual - v1.0|link=https://goo.gl/bc7w06<br />
File:Doc.png|Sound Check Program - v2|link=https://goo.gl/KLnJGy<br />
</gallery><br />
</div></div>Sparkyhttp://wiki.reactivemicro.com/index.php?title=4soniq&diff=8054soniq2017-04-06T06:05:03Z<p>Sparky: </p>
<hr />
<div>The 4soniq was created by [[Manila Gear]] in April 2016. It gives the Apple IIgs four separate channels of sound, instead of the usual one.<br />
<br />
<br />
Each of the 32 oscillators available in the Apple IIgs’ Ensoniq Digital Oscillator Chip (DOC) can be assigned to play on any one of 8 output channels. One 4soniq card unlocks 4 of those channels. Pair it with a second 4soniq card to unlock all 8!<br />
<br />
<br />
To enjoy four channel sound with the 4soniq, you will need four powered speakers (e.g. two sets of 2.1 computer speakers setup up as Front Left, Front Right, Surround Left and Surround Right), and the appropriate software.<br />
<br />
<br />
Four channel sound is now supported in Ninjaforce’s Kaboom! and has been tested successfully on modified versions of Ninjaforce’s NinjaTracker * and Sheppyware’s AmperSound GS. See the downloads section for more software.<br />
<br />
<br />
For software that does not support four channel sound yet, the 4soniq functions equally well as a two channel stereo card.<br />
<br />
<br />
<strong>Project Status:</strong> Complete. In production. Actively sold by Manila Gear and ReActiveMicro.<br />
<br />
<strong>Support:</strong> Post on the [[{{TALKPAGENAME}}|Discussion]] page (link above) or email [http://store.reactivemicro.com/contact-us/ ReActiveMicro Support].<br />
<br />
<strong>Sales:</strong> Visit the [http://store.reactivemicro.com/shop/ ReActiveMicro Store].<br />
<br />
<br />
== History ==<br />
Sydney, Australia, 29 April 2016—Manila Gear today announced the 4soniq interface card for the Apple IIGS. The card gives IIGS owners the ability to connect up to 4 separate powered speakers so they can enjoy quadraphonic surround sound. In addition to providing four channels of output, the 4soniq gives owners the ability to capture audio with a single channel input digitiser.<br />
<br />
<br />
The 4soniq was announced at WOzFest /// where Jon Christopher Co demonstrated a prototype 4soniq card for attendees to inspect and use in KABOOM! gameplay.<br />
<br />
<br />
“It all started when we were chatting about how the Apple IIGS can generate 8 channels of sound, and fellow Apple enthusiast Andrew Roughan wondered ‘if anyone ever attempted such a design.’ John and I checked it out and we decided to give it a shot!” said Jon. “We hope Apple IIGS users enjoy using it and programming for it as much as we have enjoyed creating it.”<br />
<br />
== Different Versions of the Apple IIGS VGA Adapter ==<br />
There have been a few versions of the 4soniq.<br />
<br />
<br />
<gallery class="center" widths=300px caption="Apple IIGS VGA Adapters through the years:"><br />
File:4soniq-v0.8.JPG|The first prototype. Toner transfer with red silkscreen.<br />
File:4soniq-v0.9.JPG|The second prototype. Toner transfer with blue silkscreen.<br />
File:4soniq-v1.0.JPG|The first production version.<br />
File:4soniq-v1.1.JPG|The second production version.<br />
</gallery><br />
<br />
== Documentation, Files, and Software ==<br />
<div class="new_window"><br />
<gallery class="center" widths=150px heights=80 caption="The Most Current Manual"><br />
File:Doc.png|User Manual - v1.0|link=https://goo.gl/Ml2fVp/<br />
File:Doc.png|Programmer's Guide Manual - v1.0|link=https://goo.gl/bc7w06<br />
File:Doc.png|Sound Check Program|link - v2=https://goo.gl/KLnJGy<br />
</gallery><br />
</div></div>Sparkyhttp://wiki.reactivemicro.com/index.php?title=4soniq&diff=8044soniq2017-04-06T06:02:47Z<p>Sparky: /* Documentation, Files, and Software */</p>
<hr />
<div>The 4soniq was created by [[Manila Gear]] in April 2016.<br />
<br />
The 4soniq gives the Apple IIgs four separate channels of sound, instead of the usual one.<br />
<br />
Each of the 32 oscillators available in the Apple IIgs’ Ensoniq Digital Oscillator Chip (DOC) can be assigned to play on any one of 8 output channels. One 4soniq card unlocks 4 of those channels. Pair it with a second 4soniq card to unlock all 8!<br />
<br />
To enjoy four channel sound with the 4soniq, you will need four powered speakers (e.g. two sets of 2.1 computer speakers setup up as Front Left, Front Right, Surround Left and Surround Right), and the appropriate software.<br />
<br />
Four channel sound is now supported in Ninjaforce’s Kaboom! and has been tested successfully on modified versions of Ninjaforce’s NinjaTracker * and Sheppyware’s AmperSound GS. See the downloads section for more software.<br />
<br />
For software that does not support four channel sound yet, the 4soniq functions equally well as a two channel stereo card.<br />
<br />
<strong>Project Status:</strong> Complete. In production. Actively sold by Manila Gear and ReActiveMicro.<br />
<br />
<strong>Support:</strong> Post on the [[{{TALKPAGENAME}}|Discussion]] page (link above) or email [http://store.reactivemicro.com/contact-us/ ReActiveMicro Support].<br />
<br />
<strong>Sales:</strong> Visit the [http://store.reactivemicro.com/shop/ ReActiveMicro Store].<br />
<br />
<br />
== History ==<br />
The 4soniq was created by Jon Christopher Co and John Valdezco of Manila Gear in April of 2016.<br />
<br />
Sydney, Australia, 29 April 2016—Manila Gear today announced the 4soniq interface card for the Apple IIGS. The card gives IIGS owners the ability to connect up to 4 separate powered speakers so they can enjoy quadraphonic surround sound. In addition to providing four channels of output, the 4soniq gives owners the ability to capture audio with a single channel input digitiser.<br />
<br />
The 4soniq was announced at WOzFest /// where Jon Christopher Co demonstrated a prototype 4soniq card for attendees to inspect and use in KABOOM! gameplay.<br />
<br />
“It all started when we were chatting about how the Apple IIGS can generate 8 channels of sound, and fellow Apple enthusiast Andrew Roughan wondered ‘if anyone ever attempted such a design.’ John and I checked it out and we decided to give it a shot!” said Jon. “We hope Apple IIGS users enjoy using it and programming for it as much as we have enjoyed creating it.”<br />
<br />
== Different Versions of the Apple IIGS VGA Adapter ==<br />
There have been a few versions of the 4soniq.<br />
<br />
<br />
<gallery class="center" widths=300px caption="Apple IIGS VGA Adapters through the years:"><br />
File:4soniq-v0.8.JPG|The first prototype. Toner transfer with red silkscreen.<br />
File:4soniq-v0.9.JPG|The second prototype. Toner transfer with blue silkscreen.<br />
File:4soniq-v1.0.JPG|The first production version.<br />
File:4soniq-v1.1.JPG|The second production version.<br />
</gallery><br />
<br />
== Documentation, Files, and Software ==<br />
<div class="new_window"><br />
<gallery class="center" widths=150px heights=80 caption="The Most Current Manual"><br />
File:Doc.png|User Manual - v1.0|link=https://goo.gl/Ml2fVp/<br />
File:Doc.png|Programmer's Guide Manual - v1.0|link=https://goo.gl/bc7w06<br />
File:Doc.png|Sound Check Program|link - v2=https://goo.gl/KLnJGy<br />
</gallery><br />
</div></div>Sparkyhttp://wiki.reactivemicro.com/index.php?title=4soniq&diff=8034soniq2017-04-06T05:57:21Z<p>Sparky: </p>
<hr />
<div>The 4soniq was created by [[Manila Gear]] in April 2016.<br />
<br />
The 4soniq gives the Apple IIgs four separate channels of sound, instead of the usual one.<br />
<br />
Each of the 32 oscillators available in the Apple IIgs’ Ensoniq Digital Oscillator Chip (DOC) can be assigned to play on any one of 8 output channels. One 4soniq card unlocks 4 of those channels. Pair it with a second 4soniq card to unlock all 8!<br />
<br />
To enjoy four channel sound with the 4soniq, you will need four powered speakers (e.g. two sets of 2.1 computer speakers setup up as Front Left, Front Right, Surround Left and Surround Right), and the appropriate software.<br />
<br />
Four channel sound is now supported in Ninjaforce’s Kaboom! and has been tested successfully on modified versions of Ninjaforce’s NinjaTracker * and Sheppyware’s AmperSound GS. See the downloads section for more software.<br />
<br />
For software that does not support four channel sound yet, the 4soniq functions equally well as a two channel stereo card.<br />
<br />
<strong>Project Status:</strong> Complete. In production. Actively sold by Manila Gear and ReActiveMicro.<br />
<br />
<strong>Support:</strong> Post on the [[{{TALKPAGENAME}}|Discussion]] page (link above) or email [http://store.reactivemicro.com/contact-us/ ReActiveMicro Support].<br />
<br />
<strong>Sales:</strong> Visit the [http://store.reactivemicro.com/shop/ ReActiveMicro Store].<br />
<br />
<br />
== History ==<br />
The 4soniq was created by Jon Christopher Co and John Valdezco of Manila Gear in April of 2016.<br />
<br />
Sydney, Australia, 29 April 2016—Manila Gear today announced the 4soniq interface card for the Apple IIGS. The card gives IIGS owners the ability to connect up to 4 separate powered speakers so they can enjoy quadraphonic surround sound. In addition to providing four channels of output, the 4soniq gives owners the ability to capture audio with a single channel input digitiser.<br />
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The 4soniq was announced at WOzFest /// where Jon Christopher Co demonstrated a prototype 4soniq card for attendees to inspect and use in KABOOM! gameplay.<br />
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“It all started when we were chatting about how the Apple IIGS can generate 8 channels of sound, and fellow Apple enthusiast Andrew Roughan wondered ‘if anyone ever attempted such a design.’ John and I checked it out and we decided to give it a shot!” said Jon. “We hope Apple IIGS users enjoy using it and programming for it as much as we have enjoyed creating it.”<br />
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== Different Versions of the Apple IIGS VGA Adapter ==<br />
There have been a few versions of the 4soniq.<br />
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<gallery class="center" widths=300px caption="Apple IIGS VGA Adapters through the years:"><br />
File:4soniq-v0.8.JPG|The first prototype. Toner transfer with red silkscreen.<br />
File:4soniq-v0.9.JPG|The second prototype. Toner transfer with blue silkscreen.<br />
File:4soniq-v1.0.JPG|The first production version.<br />
File:4soniq-v1.1.JPG|The second production version.<br />
</gallery><br />
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== Documentation, Files, and Software ==<br />
<div class="new_window"><br />
<gallery class="center" widths=150px heights=80 caption="The Most Current Manual"><br />
File:Doc.png|Current VGA Adapter Manual - v1.0|link=http://www.downloads.reactivemicro.com/Public/Apple%20II%20Items/Hardware/<br />
</gallery><br />
</div></div>Sparkyhttp://wiki.reactivemicro.com/index.php?title=4soniq&diff=8024soniq2017-04-06T05:51:47Z<p>Sparky: /* Different Versions of the Apple IIGS VGA Adapter */</p>
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<div>The 4soniq was created by [[Manila Gear]] in May 2016. It gives the Apple Iigs 4 channel stereo sound.<br />
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<strong>Project Status:</strong> Complete. In production. Actively sold by Manila Gear and ReActiveMicro.<br />
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<strong>Support:</strong> Post on the [[{{TALKPAGENAME}}|Discussion]] page (link above) or email [http://store.reactivemicro.com/contact-us/ ReActiveMicro Support].<br />
<br />
<strong>Sales:</strong> Visit the [http://store.reactivemicro.com/shop/ ReActiveMicro Store].<br />
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== History ==<br />
The 4soniq was created by Jon Christopher Co and John Valdezco of Manila Gear in May of 2016.<br />
<br />
<br />
== Different Versions of the Apple IIGS VGA Adapter ==<br />
There have been a few versions of the 4soniq.<br />
<br />
<br />
<gallery class="center" widths=300px caption="Apple IIGS VGA Adapters through the years:"><br />
File:4soniq-v0.8.JPG|The first prototype. Toner transfer with red silkscreen.<br />
File:4soniq-v0.9.JPG|The second prototype. Toner transfer with blue silkscreen.<br />
File:4soniq-v1.0.JPG|The first production version.<br />
File:4soniq-v1.1.JPG|The second production version.<br />
</gallery><br />
<br />
== Documentation, Files, and Software ==<br />
<div class="new_window"><br />
<gallery class="center" widths=150px heights=80 caption="The Most Current Manual"><br />
File:Doc.png|Current VGA Adapter Manual - v1.0|link=http://www.downloads.reactivemicro.com/Public/Apple%20II%20Items/Hardware/<br />
</gallery><br />
</div></div>Sparkyhttp://wiki.reactivemicro.com/index.php?title=File:4soniq-v0.9.JPG&diff=801File:4soniq-v0.9.JPG2017-04-06T05:50:23Z<p>Sparky: </p>
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<div></div>Sparkyhttp://wiki.reactivemicro.com/index.php?title=4soniq&diff=8004soniq2017-04-06T05:42:43Z<p>Sparky: /* Different Versions of the Apple IIGS VGA Adapter */</p>
<hr />
<div>The 4soniq was created by [[Manila Gear]] in May 2016. It gives the Apple Iigs 4 channel stereo sound.<br />
<br />
<br />
<strong>Project Status:</strong> Complete. In production. Actively sold by Manila Gear and ReActiveMicro.<br />
<br />
<strong>Support:</strong> Post on the [[{{TALKPAGENAME}}|Discussion]] page (link above) or email [http://store.reactivemicro.com/contact-us/ ReActiveMicro Support].<br />
<br />
<strong>Sales:</strong> Visit the [http://store.reactivemicro.com/shop/ ReActiveMicro Store].<br />
<br />
<br />
== History ==<br />
The 4soniq was created by Jon Christopher Co and John Valdezco of Manila Gear in May of 2016.<br />
<br />
<br />
== Different Versions of the Apple IIGS VGA Adapter ==<br />
There have been a few versions of the 4soniq.<br />
<br />
<br />
<gallery class="center" widths=300px caption="Apple IIGS VGA Adapters through the years:"><br />
File:4soniq-v0.8.JPG|The first prototype.<br />
File:VGA-Adapter-v2.JPG|The second prototype.<br />
File:4soniq-v1.0.JPG|The first production version.<br />
File:4soniq-v1.1.JPG|The second production version.<br />
</gallery><br />
<br />
== Documentation, Files, and Software ==<br />
<div class="new_window"><br />
<gallery class="center" widths=150px heights=80 caption="The Most Current Manual"><br />
File:Doc.png|Current VGA Adapter Manual - v1.0|link=http://www.downloads.reactivemicro.com/Public/Apple%20II%20Items/Hardware/<br />
</gallery><br />
</div></div>Sparkyhttp://wiki.reactivemicro.com/index.php?title=File:4soniq-v0.8.JPG&diff=799File:4soniq-v0.8.JPG2017-04-06T05:42:00Z<p>Sparky: </p>
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<div></div>Sparkyhttp://wiki.reactivemicro.com/index.php?title=4soniq&diff=7984soniq2017-04-06T05:07:14Z<p>Sparky: </p>
<hr />
<div>The 4soniq was created by [[Manila Gear]] in May 2016. It gives the Apple Iigs 4 channel stereo sound.<br />
<br />
<br />
<strong>Project Status:</strong> Complete. In production. Actively sold by Manila Gear and ReActiveMicro.<br />
<br />
<strong>Support:</strong> Post on the [[{{TALKPAGENAME}}|Discussion]] page (link above) or email [http://store.reactivemicro.com/contact-us/ ReActiveMicro Support].<br />
<br />
<strong>Sales:</strong> Visit the [http://store.reactivemicro.com/shop/ ReActiveMicro Store].<br />
<br />
<br />
== History ==<br />
The 4soniq was created by Jon Christopher Co and John Valdezco of Manila Gear in May of 2016.<br />
<br />
<br />
== Different Versions of the Apple IIGS VGA Adapter ==<br />
There have been a few versions of the 4soniq.<br />
<br />
<br />
<gallery class="center" widths=300px caption="Apple IIGS VGA Adapters through the years:"><br />
File:VGA-Adapter-v1.JPG|The first prototype.<br />
File:VGA-Adapter-v2.JPG|The second prototype.<br />
File:4soniq-v1.0.JPG|The first production version.<br />
File:4soniq-v1.1.JPG|The second production version.<br />
</gallery><br />
<br />
<br />
== Documentation, Files, and Software ==<br />
<div class="new_window"><br />
<gallery class="center" widths=150px heights=80 caption="The Most Current Manual"><br />
File:Doc.png|Current VGA Adapter Manual - v1.0|link=http://www.downloads.reactivemicro.com/Public/Apple%20II%20Items/Hardware/<br />
</gallery><br />
</div></div>Sparkyhttp://wiki.reactivemicro.com/index.php?title=File:4soniq-v1.0.JPG&diff=797File:4soniq-v1.0.JPG2017-04-06T05:05:12Z<p>Sparky: </p>
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<div></div>Sparkyhttp://wiki.reactivemicro.com/index.php?title=File:4soniq-v1.1.JPG&diff=796File:4soniq-v1.1.JPG2017-04-06T05:04:03Z<p>Sparky: </p>
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<div></div>Sparkyhttp://wiki.reactivemicro.com/index.php?title=4soniq&diff=7954soniq2017-04-06T05:02:37Z<p>Sparky: Created page with "The 4soniq was created by Manila Gear in May 2016. It gives the Apple Iigs 4 channel stereo sound. <strong>Project Status:</strong> Complete. In production. Actively s..."</p>
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<div>The 4soniq was created by [[Manila Gear]] in May 2016. It gives the Apple Iigs 4 channel stereo sound.<br />
<br />
<br />
<strong>Project Status:</strong> Complete. In production. Actively sold by Manila Gear and ReActiveMicro.<br />
<br />
<strong>Support:</strong> Post on the [[{{TALKPAGENAME}}|Discussion]] page (link above) or email [http://store.reactivemicro.com/contact-us/ ReActiveMicro Support].<br />
<br />
<strong>Sales:</strong> Visit the [http://store.reactivemicro.com/shop/ ReActiveMicro Store].<br />
<br />
<br />
== History ==<br />
The 4soniq was created by Jon Christopher Co and John Valdezco of Manila Gear in May of 2016.<br />
<br />
<br />
== Different Versions of the Apple IIGS VGA Adapter ==<br />
There have been a few versions of the 4soniq.<br />
<br />
<br />
<gallery class="center" widths=300px caption="Apple IIGS VGA Adapters through the years:"><br />
File:VGA-Adapter-v1.JPG|The first prototype.<br />
File:VGA-Adapter-v2.JPG|The second prototype.<br />
File:VGA-Adapter-v1.JPG|The first production version.<br />
File:VGA-Adapter-v1.JPG|The second production version.<br />
</gallery><br />
<br />
<br />
== Documentation, Files, and Software ==<br />
<div class="new_window"><br />
<gallery class="center" widths=150px heights=80 caption="The Most Current Manual"><br />
File:Doc.png|Current VGA Adapter Manual - v1.0|link=http://www.downloads.reactivemicro.com/Public/Apple%20II%20Items/Hardware/<br />
</gallery><br />
</div></div>Sparky