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jmandmc:
This is my fault for not posting everywhere I could. Though I can't yet say there will be another ATOW sale soon, look for a PM soon. It's also worthwhile to sign up for FA.R because you can combine discounts and coupons redeemed from it.
DeLuSioNal29:
Yup, signed onto F.A.R. and so far it looks neat.
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jmandmc:
--- Quote from: DeLuSioNal29 on October 06, 2014, 04:32:27 pm ---Yup, signed onto F.A.R. and so far it looks neat.
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Glad you like it. :D Trying to make it useful and worthwhile for everyone that registers. Good way to earn coupon codes and redeem at any time, I hope.
jmandmc:
A few updates if you haven't visited the site for a while:
Ultimarc I-PAC 2 & 4
I-PAC is a popular joystick and pushbutton input to USB conversion PCB. Great for anyone looking to create their own MAME arcade cabinet, and looking for a feature-rich converter specifically designed for MAME, or programmable for other emus. Available for 2 and 4 player configurations.
Ultimarc J-PAC PC to JAMMA Interface PCB
Helpful to convert an existing JAMMA cabinet to MAME-enabled multicade. Note that additional harnesses are needed for additional buttons outside of standard JAMMA configuration. Ultimarc's FAQ explains this.
Additional Sanwa, Seimitsu Parts - Upon request, I added a few more replacement parts for Seimitsu:
[*] Seimitsu LS-32, LS-40 .187 Fastener microswitch
[*] Seimitsu LS-33, LS-56, LS-58 .187" Fastener Microswitch
[*] Seimitsu LS-32-01, LS-40-01 PCB Microswitch
[*] Seimitsu LS-56, LS-56-01 Replacement Spring
[*] Seimitsu LS-58, LS-58-01 Replacement Spring
[*] Seimitsu LS-32, LS-32-01 Pressure Spring Base
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I know that replacement LS-56 PCBs aren't here yet, but will add those in the next restock
Now for shipping:
FA now offers discounted 3-5 day international shipping via DHL Worldwide Express. I explain all of it here.
And finally, a bit of fun:
Street Fighter Character Blind Box
Wanted to add these for a while. These are tiny figurines that come with a key strap so you could attach to your keys. Blind box contains Ryu, Ken, Blanka, Chun-Li or E-Honda in original or alternate colors. As with blind boxes, you don't know which is inside, and neither do we when they ship. Available while supplies last, and if I can get more in stock. Going to add more fun and collectible items like this over the weeks and months.
Flag Decal Balltops - starting with Japan and America, these have gotten a good reaction so far. I wasn't certain about them at first. Compatible with Sanwa JLF and Seimitsu LS series joystick (excepting LS-32). Can also install on Crown with the JLF Conversion Shaft.
I've got more coming. In the meantime, I hope you'll check out what was added to the store, and thanks for the continued support!
Some promos I made for new releases:
Thanks!
sharpfork:
= straight up clone/knock off of
I have had a lengthy debate about this with jmandmc and other hardware creators over in the FA tech talk forum and honestly, it got ugly. jmandmc Does not seem to understand the base ideas of Open Source hardware. What he did in making a SLG knock off of Bruno's work (KADE member) is 100% legal but absolutely against the spirit the design was made open source in the first place. We knew that opening up designs as Open Hardware. Ethics is for the community and potential customers to decide. jmanDMC Has made the case that what he did is legal and on that point were are in agreement. I'd like to see jmanDMC explain why what he did is ethical, contributing to the community, or encouraging further open source hardware development.
Dangerous Prototypes has a short piece called A culture of ethics in open source hardware? that boils down the ethics around open hardware. To paraphrase:
"We credit each other, a lot"
- jmanDMC has provided credit to Bruno so that follows the letter of the CC licensing. I don't think that the description of having used "the hardware specs" is exactly accurate but that is more a matter of semantics. Specs would be more like the schematics and Bill Of Materials, not an unaltered design file (aside from removing Bruno's or KADE branding and adding FA branding).
FA GRADE: C+
"Naming: be different. It’s better to be unique"
There has been some discussion about were the "3" came from in the name. Is it a reference to Toodles or Crafty Mech or something else? From a branding perspective, this shouldn't be a question and should not cause confusion. The problem is, it has caused some confusion.
--- Quote ---dude. SLG3? So where is the SLG1 & 2?
--- End quote ---
FA GRADE: C-
"Cloning ain’t cool"
jmanDMC made a clone. He didn't add any functionality. He didn't improve the technical design or add additional value for end users. He cloned Bruno's design. Following the terms used in the article, the FA is more of a “knock-off” because there weren't even parts changed.
FA GRADE: FAIL
"We pay each other royalties, even though we don’t need to"
I have an agreement with Bruno around my sale of his SLG in North America (he actually asked me to sell them). We are on the KADE team together work together all the time on new cool gaming hardware, sending . jmanDMC Hasn't offered any compensation to Bruno. While it is no way required under the CC licensing, other vendors who have approached us have always come with an offer of some form compensation.
FA GRADE: FAIL
In conclusion, what jmanDMC did is legal but is completely outside of the reason why Bruno and KADE Open Source Hardware. We do it so folks will innovate and make the designs better or to learn a new skill and make one for their own use. The design was not opened for someone to take the technical design files and slap their brand on it to compete with us. He can continue to do so and I will continue to aggressively voice the KADE team's disapproval in this and other communities.
I suggest folks read the spirited debate that hapened for a few pages in jmandmc annoucnment here: http://forums.shoryuken.com/discussion/121175/focusattack-com-fighting-game-store/p82
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