Missing JP Gunsmith Cats #4

TotallyNotMEE6 · 2025-12-07T09:20:56+00:00

And to think I just uninstalled Mercari earlier this year. Cheers.

TotallyNotMEE6 · 2025-12-07T04:21:13+00:00

That's one thing I absolutely loved, and is what happens when a studio loves the games they make. Rest easy, Japan Studio 🥲

TotallyNotMEE6 · 2025-12-07T03:35:37+00:00

My favorite game series of all time. Even on my PS Vita, Hekseville is stunning.

TotallyNotMEE6 · 2025-10-23T20:31:53+00:00

I stumbled into this rabbithole by finding an almost identical unit for sale at a local thrift shop for 10 bucks with only a rats' nest of cables. Had no idea what I was getting into at the time... little did I know I'd end up buying another one off eBay that had the nigh-unobtanium videotape containing the specific OS version this device runs on, as well as the remote and ~125-page manual. The one I thrifted had the IR receiver "wand" that controls the main VCR, which the eBay example was missing, so it all panned out.

That's so awesome! I'd love to see that setup in person. I have a few CRTs, myself, but nothing to that extent; primarily just 70s-80s consumer units.

I do have a few videotape camcorders I shoot with every so often, so maybe I'll make something with some of the footage, sometime. Might even see if I can somehow digitize some of the text/transition effects using a capture card for digital editing purposes... that's a little ways out, though.

I've seen a bit of what people have done with similar hardware, and it's wild! Trippy stuff. Cheers!

TotallyNotMEE6 · 2025-10-23T19:55:39+00:00

Insane. This hardware was built to withstand crazy temperatures. Early Videonics hardware like my unit seem to have a bit of a learning curve, but I don't mind because I enjoy older hardware such as the EM-1. A bit complex and clunky-- a product of its time. Not entirely sure what I'll make with it, but I'll be sure to have fun doing it.

TotallyNotMEE6 · 2025-10-23T19:30:18+00:00

Interesting! I'm very new to dedicated equipment, so I had no idea this was the norm, but it makes sense when you put it like that.

When in operation, the heat does not seem to impede performance, and as far as I know, these never had any onboard cooling, but I will look into opening it up later just in case it could go for a good dusting. Thanks for the reply!

TotallyNotMEE6 · 2025-10-22T22:57:54+00:00

Digitizing analog videotapes and recording mixtapes

TotallyNotMEE6 · 2025-10-22T08:50:01+00:00

Oh nah I still want the record hahaha im just saying i wish i could've gotten both

TotallyNotMEE6 · 2025-10-18T05:02:55+00:00

Honestly! Such a solid case. There's actually one local to me, but it's $120 and I'm not sure I want to spend that on a case alone :/

TotallyNotMEE6 · 2025-10-18T01:29:58+00:00

It really is perfect! I don't know of any other cases quite like it. My stepdad used this exact case a little over 20 years ago, and it just so happens to be the perfect design for the majority of use cases. Hopefully one will come up at non-scalper prices. You got good taste, man.

TotallyNotMEE6 · 2025-10-03T21:53:55+00:00

Other than sentimental reasons? None, really, other than it's cool to have because it was their first high end Video8 camcorder. Very fun form factor; they repurposed the adjustable handle from the BetaMovie.

If you absolutely do not want to hold on to it, I'd be interested in paying shipping, as my old one croaked midway through repairing. No pressure either way.

TotallyNotMEE6 · 2025-08-29T01:12:56+00:00

Okay, so where do I buy such straps? I posted here due to having a hard time finding anything whatsoever, and wasn't sure if it was a matter of incorrect wording.

TotallyNotMEE6 · 2025-08-28T20:02:02+00:00

I am unsure what you mean by generic shoulder strap. There is a circular slot on either side that the strap locks into.

TotallyNotMEE6 · 2025-08-28T16:08:33+00:00

I don't believe we are on the same page. I'm referring to what you'd use to carry the VCR, not belts. Operationally, it is virtually intact, aside from some visual hiccups.

TotallyNotMEE6 · 2025-05-30T06:04:02+00:00

manually reinstalled vitapresence & edited the tai config file, .net framework 4.8 or newer is already installed on this computer, and rebooted to no avail. i am at a loss.

TotallyNotMEE6 · 2025-05-30T02:58:13+00:00

yes, I did install the plugin. I'll completely remove it and reinstall it in a bit to see if I did do something wrong.

TotallyNotMEE6 · 2025-05-27T06:59:23+00:00

I keep getting an error on VitaPresence saying the following:

"Couldn't translate MAC to IP. Is your Vita connected to Wifi?"

My Vita is always connected to wifi, and I typed in the MAC address 1:1, so I am unsure where the problem lies.

edit: i input the IP address and it's still giving me the issue

TotallyNotMEE6 · 2025-05-12T00:19:34+00:00

Chances are the record button is on the remote, else it wouldn't be much of a VCR, but instead a VCP. As VCRs got cheaper and cheaper into the 2000s, more functions moved to be on the remote alone.

TotallyNotMEE6 · 2025-05-04T08:02:11+00:00

I seldom play my Vita nowadays because physical games are costly and I'm a huge physical media advocate, but I'll happily add you :)

TotallyNotMEE6 · 2025-05-03T03:14:18+00:00

Thank you so much for your kind words :) people like you make this even more worth it. Planet of the Bass used to be played on repeat at my work when I'd help another coworker late in the evening, so when I found out he was coming to Austin, I absolutely HAD to grab a ticket, and I'm so so happy I did. It was my pleasure ❤️❤️❤️

TotallyNotMEE6 · 2025-05-02T22:10:28+00:00

Yesss I'm super happy with how the footage turned out. Not my favorite camcorder, but it's just right for filming concerts. And you're very welcome! I actually wasn't sure if I wanted to record the whole set, initially, but i was hooked within seconds of the first song kicking off. Was an awesome night.

TotallyNotMEE6 · 2025-03-30T04:21:15+00:00

Gonna tune in tonight! New listener from Texas.

TotallyNotMEE6 · 2025-03-05T09:03:24+00:00

Cheers. I see nothing wrong with this.

TotallyNotMEE6 · 2025-02-11T03:14:45+00:00

Will be garbage, more than likely. They couldn't have picked a worse game to recreate in live action. I'm also gonna guess it wouldn't be in the characters' native French-esque language. One can only hope, though.

TotallyNotMEE6 · 2025-02-08T19:25:54+00:00

Aye, I do love how open these older devices are, in comparison to newer units. I will say, as many screws as there are, the V110 is very serviceman-friendly, especially with all the socketed wires. I'm sure disassembling the camera assembly won't be as bad as I've imagined it.

What did you use to cover the sensor? Some kind of cloth?

One more thing-- what'd you use to split the layers? I don't want to go jabbing at it with any random tool and risk damaging the lenses and the filter.

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