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Creating movie (AVI) files

Posted on 19th June 2003 by Jonathan

I’ve been toying for a while now with the idea of allowing Spectaculator to create AVI files. This could be useful if you want to transfer some RZX action replay files to video or something. Spectaculator 5.1 does this. You … Continue reading →

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Spectaculator 5.0 released!

Posted on 15th April 2003 by Jonathan

What’s new in version 5.0 Spectrum +3 emulation: Full implementation of NEC µPD765A command set. Emulates up to 2 disk drives (the maximum the +3 can take). Automatically switches the drive emulation between a +3 3″ (CF2) drive and a … Continue reading →

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Spectaculator 4.1: Spectrum +3 emulation

Posted on 14th February 2003 by Jonathan

The next version of Spectaculator, version 4.1 (due soon), will include Spectrum +3 emulation. I’ve currently implemented read-only support for DSK and EDSK files. The FDC emulation is extremely accurate, loading all those difficult copy-protected disks. Spectaculator 4.1 in action: … Continue reading →

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Spectaculator 4.0 released!

Posted on 23rd January 2003 by Jonathan

What’s new in version 4.0 ZX Interface 1 emulation and up to eight Microdrives. Custom Interface 1 ROMs can be used, including Ian Collier’s 16KB version. Emulation of Spectrum +2A in addition to 16k/48k/128/+2 Spectrums. Recording and playback of action … Continue reading →

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Spectaculator 3.0 beta 1 available

Posted on 9th September 2002 by Jonathan

Due to personal reasons, it looks like I won’t have time to work on Spectaculator for a while. What I’d though I’d do is release the latest build of v3.0 as beta until I get time to finish it. It’s … Continue reading →

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Spectaculator 2.5 released!

Posted on 20th July 2002 by Jonathan

Spectaculator 2.5 is now available to download. It boasts a number of improvements to the emulation as well as support for zip files and cheating at via pokes! User interface Starts in full screen mode if you were last in … Continue reading →

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Spectaculator 2.0 released!

Posted on 10th April 2002 by Jonathan

Spectaculator 2.0 is now available to download. It boasts a number of improvements to the emulation as well as support for audio cassette files (TAP and TZX): Improved sound emulation Spectaculator has a completely new sound emulation driver that significantly … Continue reading →

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Spectaculator 1.0 is now available!

Posted on 17th December 2001 by Jonathan

Highlights Play full screen complete with TV-style picture on your monitor User adjustable border sizes when playing in a window High fidelity 48K Spectrum sound Choose Kempston Joystick and use your PC game pad to play Cursor Joystick emulation in … Continue reading →

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