Asus Tinker Board
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@buzz said in Asus Tinker Board:
@ecks That's a source build for X86 because we support OpenGL targets on top of X.
The tinker board support will also be a source install on top of X. Code changes are needed.
But it still doesn't hurt for him to try it out and find out if it might work out because if i had a Tinker Board and a old 8gb SD card (which i would install the OS onto) i would test it out.
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@ecks It would be a waste of time though as it won't work. The RetroPie image wouldn't even boot as the boards have different hardware / firmware / boot systems.
As for a manual source install on top of Ubuntu - it will need code changes. I have already got stuff working, but it's not finished. Anyone with some knowledge can try out my WIP branch - https://github.com/joolswills/RetroPie-Setup/tree/tinker_board - but note I won't offer any support at this stage as it's still a WIP.
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@buzz said in Asus Tinker Board:
@ecks It would be a waste of time though as it won't work. The RetroPie image wouldn't even boot as the boards have different hardware / firmware / boot systems.
As for a manual source install on top of Ubuntu - it will need code changes. I have already got stuff working, but it's not finished. Anyone with some knowledge can try out my WIP branch - https://github.com/joolswills/RetroPie-Setup/tree/tinker_board - but note I won't offer any support at this stage as it's still a WIP.
I'm hoping you get this fully functional. The tinker board's specs alone might bridge the gap and let N64 run smooth..
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@phoenixjedi the n64 doesn't even run smooth on a PC so I wouldn't hold your breath
If you read the documentation it will answer 99% of your questions: https://retropie.org.uk/docs/
Also if you want a solution to your problems read this first: https://retropie.org.uk/forum/topic/3/read-this-first
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@herb_fargus said in Asus Tinker Board:
@phoenixjedi the n64 doesn't even run smooth on a PC so I wouldn't hold your breath
I have it running quite smooth on an overclocked PI3 at 1400. I don't like to OC it though, even though i have it heatsinked and fan cooled.
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@herb_fargus said in Asus Tinker Board:
@phoenixjedi the n64 doesn't even run smooth on a PC so I wouldn't hold your breath
I sort of wonder what kind of PC you're running because my back up system with a C2Q and a GTS 450 can play N64 games at 60 frames and looks pretty smooth.
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@dannybeatz hey bro did u ever get retropie to work thru kodi?
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@buzz
did it change yet? -
If you're asking for an update, BuZz has made a few repiles within the last 24 hours starting here.
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Hi, I did not hold back and I buy Asus Tinker Board on Amazon. I am from Chile and it takes a week to arrive. I have knowledge in linux (RHCE) and fan of retro gaming. I can do some test or compile code/libraries (i am no programmer, sorry), so if you need, I'm interested in helping. I really want to play N64 FullHD or HiRes. Sorry my english. Regards
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@BuZz does the Retropie project use the X11 driver, or the userspace driver that supports fbdev? I saw a project online where a user recompiled the kernel with the fbdev support patch here:
https://github.com/Miouyouyou/MyyQi
I'm in firmware development and am I'm interested in supporting development on this, I have a project that would be perfect for Retropie and after researching SBCs, the Tinkerboard really is a great option given how much better emulation we could potentially have.
My experience with Linux driver support/development is non-existent however, so please excuse (and maybe help fill me in on if you have the time) any knowledge gaps/misunderstandings.
I have a Tinkerboard on the way to work with. What are the major hurdles right now that I could take a stab at?
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please check your FPS 30hz is not good
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@snickers said in Asus Tinker Board:
please check your FPS 30hz is not good
Who said anything about 30hz?
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@buzz said in Asus Tinker Board:
@ecks It would be a waste of time though as it won't work. The RetroPie image wouldn't even boot as the boards have different hardware / firmware / boot systems.
As for a manual source install on top of Ubuntu - it will need code changes. I have already got stuff working, but it's not finished. Anyone with some knowledge can try out my WIP branch - https://github.com/joolswills/RetroPie-Setup/tree/tinker_board - but note I won't offer any support at this stage as it's still a WIP.
Hey Buzz, I can grab a tinker board. Has there been any luck in getting all this to run?
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Ive heard nothing but bad things about Tinkerboard even tho the specs might look or be better than the pi's it does not perform better tho emulation wise..
This is what i heard i dont know for sure at all but how is it ? Compared to the pi? -
@phoenixjedi said in Asus Tinker Board:
@buzz said in Asus Tinker Board:
@ecks It would be a waste of time though as it won't work. The RetroPie image wouldn't even boot as the boards have different hardware / firmware / boot systems.
As for a manual source install on top of Ubuntu - it will need code changes. I have already got stuff working, but it's not finished. Anyone with some knowledge can try out my WIP branch - https://github.com/joolswills/RetroPie-Setup/tree/tinker_board - but note I won't offer any support at this stage as it's still a WIP.
Hey Buzz, I can grab a tinker board. Has there been any luck in getting all this to run?
If I were @BuZz I would be getting a little pissed at continual "are we there yet" type posts when he has said CLEARLY, that he will update thread when there is ANYTHING to report. Give them man some peace and time to work please everyone?!? We all want it but badgering is not a way to get a result
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@methanoid said in Asus Tinker Board:
@phoenixjedi said in Asus Tinker Board:
@buzz said in Asus Tinker Board:
@ecks It would be a waste of time though as it won't work. The RetroPie image wouldn't even boot as the boards have different hardware / firmware / boot systems.
As for a manual source install on top of Ubuntu - it will need code changes. I have already got stuff working, but it's not finished. Anyone with some knowledge can try out my WIP branch - https://github.com/joolswills/RetroPie-Setup/tree/tinker_board - but note I won't offer any support at this stage as it's still a WIP.
Hey Buzz, I can grab a tinker board. Has there been any luck in getting all this to run?
If I were @BuZz I would be getting a little pissed at continual "are we there yet" type posts when he has said CLEARLY, that he will update thread when there is ANYTHING to report. Give them man some peace and time to work please everyone?!? We all want it but badgering is not a way to get a result
People do forget to get back once in awhile which it is nice to see how things are coming along as well cause people does want to know what progress that person is making.
But seeing how you would get pissed instead of giving updates i think i speak for almost everyone that we're glad you're not @BuZz.
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@ecks actually @Methanoid is correct. It's very annoying - and if I said I will post when I have news, that's what I will do. There is nothing to report.
To help us help you - please make sure you read the sticky topics before posting - https://retropie.org.uk/forum/topic/3/read-this-first
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@buzz said in Asus Tinker Board:
@ecks actually @Methanoid is correct. It's very annoying - and if I said I will post when I have news, that's what I will do. There is nothing to report.
Yes but there is other things as well that you must be doing as well cause some of the times you could have some kind of progress but just forget to come back on and mention it which is why some people usually waits about 5 days to a month to see how things are coming along.
Also i still disagree with @Methanoid because you talked about it a little over a month ago and someone was just asking 15 days ago to see how things were coming along with it which seeing the only posting asking "any luck" so it is not really annoying to see only one person ask like 15-20 days after you mentioned it.
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@ecks said in Asus Tinker Board:
@buzz said in Asus Tinker Board:
@ecks actually @Methanoid is correct. It's very annoying - and if I said I will post when I have news, that's what I will do. There is nothing to report.
Yes but there is other things as well that you must be doing as well cause some of the times you could have some kind of progress but just forget to come back on and mention it which is why some people usually waits about 5 days to a month to see how things are coming along.
Nonsense. I've not forgotten. There is nothing to report. But keep going on about it and I'm sure to find something else to do.
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