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[DGB]

Hi All,
I have been updating my A-2000 with hardware and software. I have a DKB Flicker Fixer and a Video Toaster. As the toaster takes the video slot I am somewhat limited to what I can install to enhance the video resolution and output. Software Hut has something called a ToastScan but I have no idea if it will solve my problem. When I installed OS 3.9 the first thing I noticed is that the graphic background, (get boinged), on the workbenck screen was really bad looking. My question is, can I do anything to increase the resolution of the platform? I have a Multi-sync monitor so that is about as far as I can go with that. Because the Toaster is my use for the machine this is not the worlds worst problem but it is a bit annoying. At least I need to get rid of that nasty looking background if there is nothing else I can do. You can look at the TostScan product at http://www.softhut.com/cgi-bin/test/Web_store/web_store.cgi?page=catalog/hardware/accelerators/apollo_scandoublers.html&cart_id=249388_18912

[QuikSanz]

Hi,

your flicker fixer allows a std monitor to be used but gives you
no higher resolution. Ths is great for Amiga only screens but to
get higher res maybe look @ the Spectrum card. this will give you
tru-color graphics on non Amiga only screens with a pass thru for
FF/SD for Amiga screens and has an auto switch to togle between
the two.

Chris

[artman]

Hi DGB,
Had the same problem with my A2000. The screens looked "Crappy" to say the least. Solved that by getting a graphics card, mines's a CGX64_3 d. It's in the "Bits", 8 bit graphics looks bad, 16 or 24 bit looks "Great". Took me a while to figure it out, but, it's worth it, believe me. Best regads...Art

[DGB]

Hi Art,
Could you be a bit more specific about the card you bought? What slot does it go in? Where did you find/get it? I notice you are in Michigan. I am in S.E. Ohio so we are not all that far apart. Possibly your source would be OK for me too.

Dave

[DGB]

Hi Chris,
Could you be more specific about this card and where did you get it? How much does it cost?

Dave

[QuikSanz]

Hi DGB,

The Cybergraphics 64 3D is also a good card. they are both ZorroII or III with auto sensing.
niether one has a part that must go to video slot like PicassoIV, thats the FF/SD part.
I don't know if the CGX64 3D has a pass thru on board but maybe. Both are also available at
Software Hut. www.softhut.com .

Good Luck

Chris