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Amsteam

2025-02-08T16:28:14Z

Abalore: /* Browser ROM */

[[File:Amsteam SPI WiFi card.jpg|thumb|Amsteam SPI + wifi card]]

==Amsteam==

Amsteam is an online service for Amstrad CPC and Plus users. Currently it hosts a collection of games that can be downloaded and executed directly in the Amstrad.

{| class="wikitable"
|-
| [[File:Amsteam.png|thumbnail|left]]
|}

==How to connect==

Connecting to Amsteam requires the following elements:
* MX4 mother board or single edge-to-mx4 adapter
* External power supply for MX4 mother board (recommended)
* SPI card + WiFi module / Ethernet module from Abalore
* A ROM Box with one free slot. Details about the Amsteam ROMBox can be found here: https://www.cpcwiki.eu/index.php/Amsteam_ROMBox
* The Amsteam browser ROM

==RSX Commands==

The Amsteam ROM adds 3 RSX commands:

* '''|SETUP'''
** To set the WiFi module to its defaults.
* '''|AT'''
** It's an AT command trainer.
* '''|AMSTEAM'''
** Launches the Amsteam user interface

==Setting Access Point==

Currently, the configuration of access point is performed with the AT command trainer launched with the '''|AT''' command.

* To show a list of available APs, issue the command '''AT+CWLAP'''

* To disconnect from current AP, issue the command '''AT+CWQAP'''

* To connect to an AP, issue the command '''AT+CWJAP_DEF="''ssid''","''pass''"'''

==Usage==

* Movement : CURSOR keys or Joystick
* OK : Joystick Fire 1 or ENTER
* BACK : Joystick Fire 2 or DEL

==Browser ROM==

{| class="wikitable"
|+ Amsteam browser ROM
|-
! Version !! Changes !! Status
|-
| 0.1b || First version (beta) || Obsolete
|-
| 0.2 || Text input and cursor keys fixed || Obsolete
|-
| 0.3 || Jump to game starting with letter or number pressing a key || Obsolete
|-
| 0.4 || Fixed issue with joystick buttons || Obsolete
|-
| [[:File:Amsteam.0.5.rom|0.5]] || Added support for cartridges || Working
|-
| [[:File:Amsteam.0.6.rom|0.6]] || Extended support for BASIC games || Working
|-
| [[:File:Amsteam.0.7.rom|0.7]] || Extended support for BASIC games || Working
|}

== Architecture ==
Currently, AMSTEAM has 3 boards:

* SPI interface, with WiFi or Ethernet module. Needed to connect to Internet. M4 or others may be compatible in the future if I (Abalore) manage to put my hands on any of them.

* ROM Box, in 8 or 32 slot versions. Needed to store the AMSTEAM ROM (optionally custom boot and/or other ROMs). This is not required if you already have a M4, a X-MEM or whatever other card capable of storing a ROM.

* Cartridge emulator, 512K volatile storage based on RAM. Needed to download and play large games like cartridges or DSK images. This is not required if you already have a Play2CPC, but it will probably require a firmware update. The Play2CPC firmware update is done with a cheap JTAG cable. If the board programming is out of your reach, you can always send the board to me (Abalore) or someone near your __cpLocation.

== Roadmap ==
Other board in progress:

* Extra sound channel board. Needed for certain games to have more sound channels. Not required if you already have a Play2CPC or PlayCity board.

The final goal is to put these small four boards together into a MX4 mother board and put an enclosure around to make an "Amsteam Box", with all the required stuff to instantly play all the available Amstrad software from a server.

== Links ==
[https://www.cpcwiki.eu/index.php/Amsteam_ROMBox Amsteam ROMBox]

Amsteam

2025-02-08T16:27:55Z

Abalore: /* Browser ROM */

[[File:Amsteam SPI WiFi card.jpg|thumb|Amsteam SPI + wifi card]]

==Amsteam==

Amsteam is an online service for Amstrad CPC and Plus users. Currently it hosts a collection of games that can be downloaded and executed directly in the Amstrad.

{| class="wikitable"
|-
| [[File:Amsteam.png|thumbnail|left]]
|}

==How to connect==

Connecting to Amsteam requires the following elements:
* MX4 mother board or single edge-to-mx4 adapter
* External power supply for MX4 mother board (recommended)
* SPI card + WiFi module / Ethernet module from Abalore
* A ROM Box with one free slot. Details about the Amsteam ROMBox can be found here: https://www.cpcwiki.eu/index.php/Amsteam_ROMBox
* The Amsteam browser ROM

==RSX Commands==

The Amsteam ROM adds 3 RSX commands:

* '''|SETUP'''
** To set the WiFi module to its defaults.
* '''|AT'''
** It's an AT command trainer.
* '''|AMSTEAM'''
** Launches the Amsteam user interface

==Setting Access Point==

Currently, the configuration of access point is performed with the AT command trainer launched with the '''|AT''' command.

* To show a list of available APs, issue the command '''AT+CWLAP'''

* To disconnect from current AP, issue the command '''AT+CWQAP'''

* To connect to an AP, issue the command '''AT+CWJAP_DEF="''ssid''","''pass''"'''

==Usage==

* Movement : CURSOR keys or Joystick
* OK : Joystick Fire 1 or ENTER
* BACK : Joystick Fire 2 or DEL

==Browser ROM==

{| class="wikitable"
|+ Amsteam browser ROM
|-
! Version !! Changes !! Status
|-
| 0.1b || First version (beta) || Obsolete
|-
| 0.2 || Text input and cursor keys fixed || Obsolete
|-
| 0.3 || Jump to game starting with letter or number pressing a key || Obsolete
|-
| 0.4 || Fixed issue with joystick buttons || Obsolete
|-
| [[:File:Amsteam.0.5.rom|0.5]] || Added support for cartridges || Working
|-
| [[:File:Amsteam.0.6.rom|0.6]] || Extended support for BASIC games || Working
|-
| [[:File:Amsteam.0.7.rom|0.6]] || Extended support for BASIC games || Working
|}

== Architecture ==
Currently, AMSTEAM has 3 boards:

* SPI interface, with WiFi or Ethernet module. Needed to connect to Internet. M4 or others may be compatible in the future if I (Abalore) manage to put my hands on any of them.

* ROM Box, in 8 or 32 slot versions. Needed to store the AMSTEAM ROM (optionally custom boot and/or other ROMs). This is not required if you already have a M4, a X-MEM or whatever other card capable of storing a ROM.

* Cartridge emulator, 512K volatile storage based on RAM. Needed to download and play large games like cartridges or DSK images. This is not required if you already have a Play2CPC, but it will probably require a firmware update. The Play2CPC firmware update is done with a cheap JTAG cable. If the board programming is out of your reach, you can always send the board to me (Abalore) or someone near your __cpLocation.

== Roadmap ==
Other board in progress:

* Extra sound channel board. Needed for certain games to have more sound channels. Not required if you already have a Play2CPC or PlayCity board.

The final goal is to put these small four boards together into a MX4 mother board and put an enclosure around to make an "Amsteam Box", with all the required stuff to instantly play all the available Amstrad software from a server.

== Links ==
[https://www.cpcwiki.eu/index.php/Amsteam_ROMBox Amsteam ROMBox]

File:Amsteam.0.7.rom

2025-02-08T16:27:48Z

Abalore: Amsteam ROM v0.7

Amsteam ROM v0.7

File:Amsteam.0.6.rom

2025-01-21T21:12:42Z

Abalore: Abalore uploaded a new version of File:Amsteam.0.6.rom

Amsteam ROM v0.6

Amsteam

2025-01-20T18:29:53Z

Abalore: /* Browser ROM */

[[File:Amsteam SPI WiFi card.jpg|thumb|Amsteam SPI + wifi card]]

==Amsteam==

Amsteam is an online service for Amstrad CPC and Plus users. Currently it hosts a collection of games that can be downloaded and executed directly in the Amstrad.

{| class="wikitable"
|-
| [[File:Amsteam.png|thumbnail|left]]
|}

==How to connect==

Connecting to Amsteam requires the following elements:
* MX4 mother board or single edge-to-mx4 adapter
* External power supply for MX4 mother board (recommended)
* SPI card + WiFi module / Ethernet module from Abalore
* A ROM Box with one free slot. Details about the Amsteam ROMBox can be found here: https://www.cpcwiki.eu/index.php/Amsteam_ROMBox
* The Amsteam browser ROM

==RSX Commands==

The Amsteam ROM adds 3 RSX commands:

* '''|SETUP'''
** To set the WiFi module to its defaults.
* '''|AT'''
** It's an AT command trainer.
* '''|AMSTEAM'''
** Launches the Amsteam user interface

==Setting Access Point==

Currently, the configuration of access point is performed with the AT command trainer launched with the '''|AT''' command.

* To show a list of available APs, issue the command '''AT+CWLAP'''

* To disconnect from current AP, issue the command '''AT+CWQAP'''

* To connect to an AP, issue the command '''AT+CWJAP_DEF="''ssid''","''pass''"'''

==Usage==

* Movement : CURSOR keys or Joystick
* OK : Joystick Fire 1 or ENTER
* BACK : Joystick Fire 2 or DEL

==Browser ROM==

{| class="wikitable"
|+ Amsteam browser ROM
|-
! Version !! Changes !! Status
|-
| 0.1b || First version (beta) || Obsolete
|-
| 0.2 || Text input and cursor keys fixed || Obsolete
|-
| 0.3 || Jump to game starting with letter or number pressing a key || Obsolete
|-
| 0.4 || Fixed issue with joystick buttons || Obsolete
|-
| [[:File:Amsteam.0.5.rom|0.5]] || Added support for cartridges || Working
|-
| [[:File:Amsteam.0.6.rom|0.6]] || Extended support for BASIC games || Working
|}

== Architecture ==
Currently, AMSTEAM has 3 boards:

* SPI interface, with WiFi or Ethernet module. Needed to connect to Internet. M4 or others may be compatible in the future if I (Abalore) manage to put my hands on any of them.

* ROM Box, in 8 or 32 slot versions. Needed to store the AMSTEAM ROM (optionally custom boot and/or other ROMs). This is not required if you already have a M4, a X-MEM or whatever other card capable of storing a ROM.

* Cartridge emulator, 512K volatile storage based on RAM. Needed to download and play large games like cartridges or DSK images. This is not required if you already have a Play2CPC, but it will probably require a firmware update. The Play2CPC firmware update is done with a cheap JTAG cable. If the board programming is out of your reach, you can always send the board to me (Abalore) or someone near your __cpLocation.

== Roadmap ==
Other board in progress:

* Extra sound channel board. Needed for certain games to have more sound channels. Not required if you already have a Play2CPC or PlayCity board.

The final goal is to put these small four boards together into a MX4 mother board and put an enclosure around to make an "Amsteam Box", with all the required stuff to instantly play all the available Amstrad software from a server.

== Links ==
[https://www.cpcwiki.eu/index.php/Amsteam_ROMBox Amsteam ROMBox]

File:Amsteam.0.6.rom

2025-01-20T18:29:18Z

Abalore: Amsteam ROM v0.6

Amsteam ROM v0.6

Amsteam

2025-01-20T18:27:19Z

Abalore: /* Browser ROM */

[[File:Amsteam SPI WiFi card.jpg|thumb|Amsteam SPI + wifi card]]

==Amsteam==

Amsteam is an online service for Amstrad CPC and Plus users. Currently it hosts a collection of games that can be downloaded and executed directly in the Amstrad.

{| class="wikitable"
|-
| [[File:Amsteam.png|thumbnail|left]]
|}

==How to connect==

Connecting to Amsteam requires the following elements:
* MX4 mother board or single edge-to-mx4 adapter
* External power supply for MX4 mother board (recommended)
* SPI card + WiFi module / Ethernet module from Abalore
* A ROM Box with one free slot. Details about the Amsteam ROMBox can be found here: https://www.cpcwiki.eu/index.php/Amsteam_ROMBox
* The Amsteam browser ROM

==RSX Commands==

The Amsteam ROM adds 3 RSX commands:

* '''|SETUP'''
** To set the WiFi module to its defaults.
* '''|AT'''
** It's an AT command trainer.
* '''|AMSTEAM'''
** Launches the Amsteam user interface

==Setting Access Point==

Currently, the configuration of access point is performed with the AT command trainer launched with the '''|AT''' command.

* To show a list of available APs, issue the command '''AT+CWLAP'''

* To disconnect from current AP, issue the command '''AT+CWQAP'''

* To connect to an AP, issue the command '''AT+CWJAP_DEF="''ssid''","''pass''"'''

==Usage==

* Movement : CURSOR keys or Joystick
* OK : Joystick Fire 1 or ENTER
* BACK : Joystick Fire 2 or DEL

==Browser ROM==

{| class="wikitable"
|+ Amsteam browser ROM
|-
! Version !! Changes !! Status
|-
| 0.1b || First version (beta) || Obsolete
|-
| 0.2 || Text input and cursor keys fixed || Obsolete
|-
| 0.3 || Jump to game starting with letter or number pressing a key || Obsolete
|-
| 0.4 || Fixed issue with joystick buttons || Obsolete
|-
| [[:File:Amsteam.0.5.rom|0.5]] || Added support for cartridges || Working
|-
| [[:File:Amsteam.0.6.rom]] || Extended support for BASIC games || Working
|}

== Architecture ==
Currently, AMSTEAM has 3 boards:

* SPI interface, with WiFi or Ethernet module. Needed to connect to Internet. M4 or others may be compatible in the future if I (Abalore) manage to put my hands on any of them.

* ROM Box, in 8 or 32 slot versions. Needed to store the AMSTEAM ROM (optionally custom boot and/or other ROMs). This is not required if you already have a M4, a X-MEM or whatever other card capable of storing a ROM.

* Cartridge emulator, 512K volatile storage based on RAM. Needed to download and play large games like cartridges or DSK images. This is not required if you already have a Play2CPC, but it will probably require a firmware update. The Play2CPC firmware update is done with a cheap JTAG cable. If the board programming is out of your reach, you can always send the board to me (Abalore) or someone near your __cpLocation.

== Roadmap ==
Other board in progress:

* Extra sound channel board. Needed for certain games to have more sound channels. Not required if you already have a Play2CPC or PlayCity board.

The final goal is to put these small four boards together into a MX4 mother board and put an enclosure around to make an "Amsteam Box", with all the required stuff to instantly play all the available Amstrad software from a server.

== Links ==
[https://www.cpcwiki.eu/index.php/Amsteam_ROMBox Amsteam ROMBox]

Amsteam

2025-01-20T18:15:52Z

Abalore: /* Browser ROM */

[[File:Amsteam SPI WiFi card.jpg|thumb|Amsteam SPI + wifi card]]

==Amsteam==

Amsteam is an online service for Amstrad CPC and Plus users. Currently it hosts a collection of games that can be downloaded and executed directly in the Amstrad.

{| class="wikitable"
|-
| [[File:Amsteam.png|thumbnail|left]]
|}

==How to connect==

Connecting to Amsteam requires the following elements:
* MX4 mother board or single edge-to-mx4 adapter
* External power supply for MX4 mother board (recommended)
* SPI card + WiFi module / Ethernet module from Abalore
* A ROM Box with one free slot. Details about the Amsteam ROMBox can be found here: https://www.cpcwiki.eu/index.php/Amsteam_ROMBox
* The Amsteam browser ROM

==RSX Commands==

The Amsteam ROM adds 3 RSX commands:

* '''|SETUP'''
** To set the WiFi module to its defaults.
* '''|AT'''
** It's an AT command trainer.
* '''|AMSTEAM'''
** Launches the Amsteam user interface

==Setting Access Point==

Currently, the configuration of access point is performed with the AT command trainer launched with the '''|AT''' command.

* To show a list of available APs, issue the command '''AT+CWLAP'''

* To disconnect from current AP, issue the command '''AT+CWQAP'''

* To connect to an AP, issue the command '''AT+CWJAP_DEF="''ssid''","''pass''"'''

==Usage==

* Movement : CURSOR keys or Joystick
* OK : Joystick Fire 1 or ENTER
* BACK : Joystick Fire 2 or DEL

==Browser ROM==

{| class="wikitable"
|+ Amsteam browser ROM
|-
! Version !! Changes !! Status
|-
| 0.1b || First version (beta) || Obsolete
|-
| 0.2 || Text input and cursor keys fixed || Obsolete
|-
| 0.3 || Jump to game starting with letter or number pressing a key || Obsolete
|-
| 0.4 || Fixed issue with joystick buttons || Obsolete
|-
| [[:File:Amsteam.0.5.rom|0.5]] || Added support for cartridges || Working
|-
| [[:File:Amsteam.0.6.rom|0.6]] || Extended support for BASIC games || Working
|}

== Architecture ==
Currently, AMSTEAM has 3 boards:

* SPI interface, with WiFi or Ethernet module. Needed to connect to Internet. M4 or others may be compatible in the future if I (Abalore) manage to put my hands on any of them.

* ROM Box, in 8 or 32 slot versions. Needed to store the AMSTEAM ROM (optionally custom boot and/or other ROMs). This is not required if you already have a M4, a X-MEM or whatever other card capable of storing a ROM.

* Cartridge emulator, 512K volatile storage based on RAM. Needed to download and play large games like cartridges or DSK images. This is not required if you already have a Play2CPC, but it will probably require a firmware update. The Play2CPC firmware update is done with a cheap JTAG cable. If the board programming is out of your reach, you can always send the board to me (Abalore) or someone near your __cpLocation.

== Roadmap ==
Other board in progress:

* Extra sound channel board. Needed for certain games to have more sound channels. Not required if you already have a Play2CPC or PlayCity board.

The final goal is to put these small four boards together into a MX4 mother board and put an enclosure around to make an "Amsteam Box", with all the required stuff to instantly play all the available Amstrad software from a server.

== Links ==
[https://www.cpcwiki.eu/index.php/Amsteam_ROMBox Amsteam ROMBox]

Amsteam

2025-01-20T18:15:31Z

Abalore: /* Browser ROM */

[[File:Amsteam SPI WiFi card.jpg|thumb|Amsteam SPI + wifi card]]

==Amsteam==

Amsteam is an online service for Amstrad CPC and Plus users. Currently it hosts a collection of games that can be downloaded and executed directly in the Amstrad.

{| class="wikitable"
|-
| [[File:Amsteam.png|thumbnail|left]]
|}

==How to connect==

Connecting to Amsteam requires the following elements:
* MX4 mother board or single edge-to-mx4 adapter
* External power supply for MX4 mother board (recommended)
* SPI card + WiFi module / Ethernet module from Abalore
* A ROM Box with one free slot. Details about the Amsteam ROMBox can be found here: https://www.cpcwiki.eu/index.php/Amsteam_ROMBox
* The Amsteam browser ROM

==RSX Commands==

The Amsteam ROM adds 3 RSX commands:

* '''|SETUP'''
** To set the WiFi module to its defaults.
* '''|AT'''
** It's an AT command trainer.
* '''|AMSTEAM'''
** Launches the Amsteam user interface

==Setting Access Point==

Currently, the configuration of access point is performed with the AT command trainer launched with the '''|AT''' command.

* To show a list of available APs, issue the command '''AT+CWLAP'''

* To disconnect from current AP, issue the command '''AT+CWQAP'''

* To connect to an AP, issue the command '''AT+CWJAP_DEF="''ssid''","''pass''"'''

==Usage==

* Movement : CURSOR keys or Joystick
* OK : Joystick Fire 1 or ENTER
* BACK : Joystick Fire 2 or DEL

==Browser ROM==

{| class="wikitable"
|+ Amsteam browser ROM
|-
! Version !! Changes !! Status
|-
| 0.1b || First version (beta) || Obsolete
|-
| 0.2 || Text input and cursor keys fixed || Obsolete
|-
| 0.3 || Jump to game starting with letter or number pressing a key || Obsolete
|-
| 0.4 || Fixed issue with joystick buttons || Obsolete
|-
| [[:File:Amsteam.0.5.rom|0.5]] || Added support for cartridges || Working
|-
| [[::File:Amsteam.0.6.rom|0.6]] || Extended support for BASIC games || Working
|}

== Architecture ==
Currently, AMSTEAM has 3 boards:

* SPI interface, with WiFi or Ethernet module. Needed to connect to Internet. M4 or others may be compatible in the future if I (Abalore) manage to put my hands on any of them.

* ROM Box, in 8 or 32 slot versions. Needed to store the AMSTEAM ROM (optionally custom boot and/or other ROMs). This is not required if you already have a M4, a X-MEM or whatever other card capable of storing a ROM.

* Cartridge emulator, 512K volatile storage based on RAM. Needed to download and play large games like cartridges or DSK images. This is not required if you already have a Play2CPC, but it will probably require a firmware update. The Play2CPC firmware update is done with a cheap JTAG cable. If the board programming is out of your reach, you can always send the board to me (Abalore) or someone near your __cpLocation.

== Roadmap ==
Other board in progress:

* Extra sound channel board. Needed for certain games to have more sound channels. Not required if you already have a Play2CPC or PlayCity board.

The final goal is to put these small four boards together into a MX4 mother board and put an enclosure around to make an "Amsteam Box", with all the required stuff to instantly play all the available Amstrad software from a server.

== Links ==
[https://www.cpcwiki.eu/index.php/Amsteam_ROMBox Amsteam ROMBox]

Amsteam

2025-01-20T18:10:53Z

Abalore: /* Browser ROM */

[[File:Amsteam SPI WiFi card.jpg|thumb|Amsteam SPI + wifi card]]

==Amsteam==

Amsteam is an online service for Amstrad CPC and Plus users. Currently it hosts a collection of games that can be downloaded and executed directly in the Amstrad.

{| class="wikitable"
|-
| [[File:Amsteam.png|thumbnail|left]]
|}

==How to connect==

Connecting to Amsteam requires the following elements:
* MX4 mother board or single edge-to-mx4 adapter
* External power supply for MX4 mother board (recommended)
* SPI card + WiFi module / Ethernet module from Abalore
* A ROM Box with one free slot. Details about the Amsteam ROMBox can be found here: https://www.cpcwiki.eu/index.php/Amsteam_ROMBox
* The Amsteam browser ROM

==RSX Commands==

The Amsteam ROM adds 3 RSX commands:

* '''|SETUP'''
** To set the WiFi module to its defaults.
* '''|AT'''
** It's an AT command trainer.
* '''|AMSTEAM'''
** Launches the Amsteam user interface

==Setting Access Point==

Currently, the configuration of access point is performed with the AT command trainer launched with the '''|AT''' command.

* To show a list of available APs, issue the command '''AT+CWLAP'''

* To disconnect from current AP, issue the command '''AT+CWQAP'''

* To connect to an AP, issue the command '''AT+CWJAP_DEF="''ssid''","''pass''"'''

==Usage==

* Movement : CURSOR keys or Joystick
* OK : Joystick Fire 1 or ENTER
* BACK : Joystick Fire 2 or DEL

==Browser ROM==

{| class="wikitable"
|+ Amsteam browser ROM
|-
! Version !! Changes !! Status
|-
| 0.1b || First version (beta) || Obsolete
|-
| 0.2 || Text input and cursor keys fixed || Obsolete
|-
| 0.3 || Jump to game starting with letter or number pressing a key || Obsolete
|-
| 0.4 || Fixed issue with joystick buttons || Obsolete
|-
| [[:File:Amsteam.0.5.rom|0.5]] || Added support for cartridges || Working
|-
| [[:File:Amsteam.0.6.rom|0.6]] || Extended support for BASIC games || Working
|}

== Architecture ==
Currently, AMSTEAM has 3 boards:

* SPI interface, with WiFi or Ethernet module. Needed to connect to Internet. M4 or others may be compatible in the future if I (Abalore) manage to put my hands on any of them.

* ROM Box, in 8 or 32 slot versions. Needed to store the AMSTEAM ROM (optionally custom boot and/or other ROMs). This is not required if you already have a M4, a X-MEM or whatever other card capable of storing a ROM.

* Cartridge emulator, 512K volatile storage based on RAM. Needed to download and play large games like cartridges or DSK images. This is not required if you already have a Play2CPC, but it will probably require a firmware update. The Play2CPC firmware update is done with a cheap JTAG cable. If the board programming is out of your reach, you can always send the board to me (Abalore) or someone near your __cpLocation.

== Roadmap ==
Other board in progress:

* Extra sound channel board. Needed for certain games to have more sound channels. Not required if you already have a Play2CPC or PlayCity board.

The final goal is to put these small four boards together into a MX4 mother board and put an enclosure around to make an "Amsteam Box", with all the required stuff to instantly play all the available Amstrad software from a server.

== Links ==
[https://www.cpcwiki.eu/index.php/Amsteam_ROMBox Amsteam ROMBox]

Amsteam ROMBox

2024-06-13T23:10:14Z

Abalore: /* Software */

== Amsteam ROMBox ==

[[File:AmsteamROMBox.jpg|image|500px|Amsteam ROMBox]]

== Software ==

[[File:AmsteamRombox.dsk|Flash programming utility]]

== Flash utility usage ==

The RSX commands need to be activated in order to be used. To activate the RSX commands, insert the utility disk and type:

'''RUN"flash'''

After enabling the RSX, you can use the following commands:

'''|FLASH,"filename",slot'''

Where filename is a file from CPC disc, slot is a number from 0 to 6.

Slot 0 is the BASIC slot enabled with the ''boot'' DIP switch.

The rest of slots are enabled with the ''enable'' DIP switch.

'''|FLASHLOW,"filename"'''

Same than |FLASH command but for lower ROM replacement. It's also enabled with the ''boot'' DIP switch.

Notice that this command doesn't require the slot number, since there is only one lower slot.

'''Important''': In both commands, an empty filename means to clear the slot.

'''|LIST'''

This command lists the current slot assignments for both lower and upper ROMs.

'''|CLEARALL'''

This command clears all the slots at once, both lower and upper.

'''Important''': After running any of the commands all the slots will be disabled until a power down is performed.

== DIP Switch configuration ==

'''Switches 1 & 2''' select one out of four banks. Each bank has a different lower and upper ROM set.

'''Switch 3''' enables or disables the upper ROMs (Except BASIC)

'''Switch 4''' enables or disables lower ROM and BASIC ROM.

File:AmsteamRombox.dsk

2024-06-13T23:09:34Z

Abalore: Abalore uploaded a new version of File:AmsteamRombox.dsk

Amsteam ROMBOx flash utility

File:.AmsteamRombox.dsk

2024-06-13T23:08:27Z

Abalore:

Amsteam

2024-06-13T17:24:12Z

Abalore: /* Links */

==Amsteam==

Amsteam is an online service for Amstrad CPC and Plus users. Currently it hosts a collection of games that can be downloaded and executed directly in the Amstrad.

{| class="wikitable"
|-
| [[File:Amsteam.png|thumbnail|left]]
|}

==How to connect==

Connecting to Amsteam requires the following elements:
* MX4 mother board or single edge-to-mx4 adapter
* External power supply for MX4 mother board (recommended)
* SPI card + WiFi module / Ethernet module from Abalore
* A ROM Box with one free slot. Details about the Amsteam ROMBox can be found here: https://www.cpcwiki.eu/index.php/Amsteam_ROMBox
* The Amsteam browser ROM

==RSX Commands==

The Amsteam ROM adds 3 RSX commands:

* '''|SETUP'''
** To set the WiFi module to its defaults.
* '''|AT'''
** It's an AT command trainer.
* '''|AMSTEAM'''
** Launches the Amsteam user interface

==Setting Access Point==

Currently, the configuration of access point is performed with the AT command trainer launched with the '''|AT''' command.

* To show a list of available APs, issue the command '''AT+CWLAP'''

* To disconnect from current AP, issue the command '''AT+CWQAP'''

* To connect to an AP, issue the command '''AT+CWJAP_DEF="''ssid''","''pass''"'''

==Usage==

* Movement : CURSOR keys or Joystick
* OK : Joystick Fire 1 or ENTER
* BACK : Joystick Fire 2 or DEL

==Browser ROM==

{| class="wikitable"
|+ Amsteam browser ROM
|-
! Version !! Changes !! Status
|-
| 0.1b || First version (beta) || Obsolete
|-
| 0.2 || Text input and cursor keys fixed || Obsolete
|-
| 0.3 || Jump to game starting with letter or number pressing a key || Obsolete
|-
| 0.4 || Fixed issue with joystick buttons || Obsolete
|-
| [[:File:Amsteam.0.5.rom|0.5]] || Added support for cartridges || Working
|}

== Architecture ==
Currently, AMSTEAM has 3 boards:

* SPI interface, with WiFi or Ethernet module. Needed to connect to Internet. M4 or others may be compatible in the future if I (Abalore) manage to put my hands on any of them.

* ROM Box, in 8 or 32 slot versions. Needed to store the AMSTEAM ROM (optionally custom boot and/or other ROMs). This is not required if you already have a M4, a X-MEM or whatever other card capable of storing a ROM.

* Cartridge emulator, 512K volatile storage based on RAM. Needed to download and play large games like cartridges or DSK images. This is not required if you already have a Play2CPC, but it will probably require a firmware update. The Play2CPC firmware update is done with a cheap JTAG cable. If the board programming is out of your reach, you can always send the board to me (Abalore) or someone near your __cpLocation.

== Roadmap ==
Other board in progress:

* Extra sound channel board. Needed for certain games to have more sound channels. Not required if you already have a Play2CPC or PlayCity board.

The final goal is to put these small four boards together into a MX4 mother board and put an enclosure around to make an "Amsteam Box", with all the required stuff to instantly play all the available Amstrad software from a server.

== Links ==
[https://www.cpcwiki.eu/index.php/Amsteam_ROMBox Amsteam ROMBox]

Amsteam

2024-06-13T17:23:58Z

Abalore: /* Links */

Amsteam

2024-06-13T17:23:01Z

Abalore: /* How to connect */

Amsteam ROMBox

2024-06-13T17:20:15Z

Abalore: /* Flash utility usage */

== Amsteam ROMBox ==

[[File:AmsteamROMBox.jpg|image|500px|Amsteam ROMBox]]

== Software ==

[[File:.AmsteamRombox.dsk|Flash programming utility]]

== Flash utility usage ==

The RSX commands need to be activated in order to be used. To activate the RSX commands, insert the utility disk and type:

'''RUN"flash'''

After enabling the RSX, you can use the following commands:

'''|FLASH,"filename",slot'''

Where filename is a file from CPC disc, slot is a number from 0 to 6.

Slot 0 is the BASIC slot enabled with the ''boot'' DIP switch.

The rest of slots are enabled with the ''enable'' DIP switch.

'''|FLASHLOW,"filename"'''

Same than |FLASH command but for lower ROM replacement. It's also enabled with the ''boot'' DIP switch.

Notice that this command doesn't require the slot number, since there is only one lower slot.

'''Important''': In both commands, an empty filename means to clear the slot.

'''|LIST'''

This command lists the current slot assignments for both lower and upper ROMs.

'''|CLEARALL'''

This command clears all the slots at once, both lower and upper.

'''Important''': After running any of the commands all the slots will be disabled until a power down is performed.

== DIP Switch configuration ==

'''Switches 1 & 2''' select one out of four banks. Each bank has a different lower and upper ROM set.

'''Switch 3''' enables or disables the upper ROMs (Except BASIC)

'''Switch 4''' enables or disables lower ROM and BASIC ROM.

Amsteam ROMBox

2024-06-13T17:18:54Z

Abalore: /* Flash utility usage */

== Amsteam ROMBox ==

[[File:AmsteamROMBox.jpg|image|500px|Amsteam ROMBox]]

== Software ==

[[File:.AmsteamRombox.dsk|Flash programming utility]]

== Flash utility usage ==

'''|FLASH,"filename",slot'''

Where filename is a file from CPC disc, slot is a number from 0 to 6.

Slot 0 is the BASIC slot enabled with the ''boot'' DIP switch.

The rest of slots are enabled with the ''enable'' DIP switch.

'''|FLASHLOW,"filename"'''

Same than |FLASH command but for lower ROM replacement. It's also enabled with the ''boot'' DIP switch.

Notice that this command doesn't require the slot number, since there is only one lower slot.

'''Important''': In both commands, an empty filename means to clear the slot.

'''|LIST'''

This command lists the current slot assignments for both lower and upper ROMs.

'''|CLEARALL'''

This command clears all the slots at once, both lower and upper.

'''Important''': After running any of the commands all the slots will be disabled until a power down is performed.

== DIP Switch configuration ==

'''Switches 1 & 2''' select one out of four banks. Each bank has a different lower and upper ROM set.

'''Switch 3''' enables or disables the upper ROMs (Except BASIC)

'''Switch 4''' enables or disables lower ROM and BASIC ROM.

Amsteam ROMBox

2024-06-13T17:16:35Z

Abalore: /* Software */

== Amsteam ROMBox ==

[[File:AmsteamROMBox.jpg|image|500px|Amsteam ROMBox]]

== Software ==

[[File:.AmsteamRombox.dsk|Flash programming utility]]

== Flash utility usage ==

'''|FLASH,"filename",slot'''

Where filename is a file from CPC disc, slot is a number from 0 to 6.

Slot 0 is the BASIC slot enabled with the ''boot'' DIP switch.

The rest of slots are enabled with the ''enable'' DIP switch.

'''|FLASHLOW,"filename"'''

Same than |FLASH command but for lower ROM replacement. It's also enabled with the ''boot'' DIP switch.

Notice that this command doesn't require the slot number, since there is only one lower slot.

'''Important''': In both commands, an empty filename means to clear the slot.

'''|LIST'''

This command lists the current slot assignments for both lower and upper ROMs.

'''|CLEARALL'''

This command clears all the slots at once, both lower and upper.

'''Important''': After running any of the commands all the slots will be disabled until a power down is performed.

Amsteam ROMBox

2024-06-13T17:15:22Z

Abalore: /* Amsteam ROMBox */

== Amsteam ROMBox ==

[[File:AmsteamROMBox.jpg|image|500px|Amsteam ROMBox]]

== Software ==

[[File:AmsteamRombox.dsk|Flash programming utility]]

== Flash utility usage ==

'''|FLASH,"filename",slot'''

Where filename is a file from CPC disc, slot is a number from 0 to 6.

Slot 0 is the BASIC slot enabled with the ''boot'' DIP switch.

The rest of slots are enabled with the ''enable'' DIP switch.

'''|FLASHLOW,"filename"'''

Same than |FLASH command but for lower ROM replacement. It's also enabled with the ''boot'' DIP switch.

Notice that this command doesn't require the slot number, since there is only one lower slot.

'''Important''': In both commands, an empty filename means to clear the slot.

'''|LIST'''

This command lists the current slot assignments for both lower and upper ROMs.

'''|CLEARALL'''

This command clears all the slots at once, both lower and upper.

'''Important''': After running any of the commands all the slots will be disabled until a power down is performed.

Amsteam ROMBox

2024-06-13T17:14:44Z

Abalore: /* Flash utility usage */

== Amsteam ROMBox ==

[[File:AmsteamROMBox.jpg|image|500px|Amsteam ROMBox]]

=== Software ===

[[File:AmsteamRombox.dsk|Flash programming utility]]

==== Flash utility usage ====

'''|FLASH,"filename",slot'''

Where filename is a file from CPC disc, slot is a number from 0 to 6.

Slot 0 is the BASIC slot enabled with the ''boot'' DIP switch.

The rest of slots are enabled with the ''enable'' DIP switch.

'''|FLASHLOW,"filename"'''

Same than |FLASH command but for lower ROM replacement. It's also enabled with the ''boot'' DIP switch.

Notice that this command doesn't require the slot number, since there is only one lower slot.

'''Important''': In both commands, an empty filename means to clear the slot.

'''|LIST'''

This command lists the current slot assignments for both lower and upper ROMs.

'''|CLEARALL'''

This command clears all the slots at once, both lower and upper.

'''Important''': After running any of the commands all the slots will be disabled until a power down is performed.

Amsteam ROMBox

2024-06-13T17:13:46Z

Abalore: /* Flash utility usage */

== Amsteam ROMBox ==

[[File:AmsteamROMBox.jpg|image|500px|Amsteam ROMBox]]

=== Software ===

[[File:AmsteamRombox.dsk|Flash programming utility]]

==== Flash utility usage ====

'''|FLASH,"filename",slot'''

Where filename is a file from CPC disc, slot is a number from 0 to 6.

Slot 0 is the BASIC slot enabled with the ''boot'' DIP switch.

The rest of slots are enabled with the ''enable'' DIP switch.

'''|FLASHLOW,"filename"'''

Same than |FLASH command but for lower ROM replacement. It's also enabled with the ''boot'' DIP switch.

Notice that this command doesn't require the slot number, since there is only one lower slot.

'''Important''': In both commands, an empty filename means to clear the slot.

'''|LIST'''

This command lists the current slot assignments for both lower and upper ROMs.

'''Important''': After running any of the commands all the slots will be disabled until a power down is performed.

Amsteam ROMBox

2024-06-13T17:09:27Z

Abalore: /* Flash utility usage */

== Amsteam ROMBox ==

[[File:AmsteamROMBox.jpg|image|500px|Amsteam ROMBox]]

=== Software ===

[[File:AmsteamRombox.dsk|Flash programming utility]]

==== Flash utility usage ====

'''|FLASH,"filename",slot'''

Where filename is a file from CPC disc, slot is a number from 0 to 6.

Slot 0 is the BASIC slot enabled with the ''boot'' DIP switch.

The rest of slots are enabled with the ''enable'' DIP switch.

'''|FLASHLOW,"filename"'''

Same than |FLASH command but for lower ROM replacement. It's also enabled with the ''boot'' DIP switch.

Notice that this command doesn't require the slot number, since there is only one lower slot.

'''Important''': In both commands, an empty filename means to clear the slot.

|LIST

This command lists the current slot assignments for both lower and upper ROMs.

'''Important''': After running any of the commands all the slots will be disabled until a power down is performed.

Amsteam ROMBox

2024-06-13T17:08:39Z

Abalore: /* Flash utility usage */

== Amsteam ROMBox ==

[[File:AmsteamROMBox.jpg|image|500px|Amsteam ROMBox]]

=== Software ===

[[File:AmsteamRombox.dsk|Flash programming utility]]

==== Flash utility usage ====

|FLASH,"filename",slot

Where filename is a file from CPC disc, slot is a number from 0 to 6.

Slot 0 is the BASIC slot enabled with the ''boot'' DIP switch.

The rest of slots are enabled with the ''enable'' DIP switch.

|FLASHLOW,"filename",slot

Same than |FLASH command but for lower ROM replacement. It's also enabled with the ''boot'' DIP switch.

'''Important''': In both commands, an empty filename means to clear the slot.

|LIST

This command lists the current slot assignments for both lower and upper ROMs.

'''Important''': After running any of the commands all the slots will be disabled until a power down is performed.

Amsteam ROMBox

2024-06-13T17:04:12Z

Abalore: /* Amsteam ROMBox */

== Amsteam ROMBox ==

[[File:AmsteamROMBox.jpg|image|500px|Amsteam ROMBox]]

=== Software ===

[[File:AmsteamRombox.dsk|Flash programming utility]]

==== Flash utility usage ====

File:AmsteamROMBox.jpg

2024-06-13T17:02:08Z

Abalore: Amsteam ROMBox

Amsteam ROMBox

2024-06-13T16:59:20Z

Abalore: /* Amsteam ROMBox */

== Amsteam ROMBox ==

[[File:AmsteamROMBox.jpg|Amsteam ROMBox]]

=== Software ===

[[File:AmsteamRombox.dsk|Flash programming utility]]

==== Flash utility usage ====

Amsteam ROMBox

2024-06-13T16:59:02Z

Abalore: /* Amsteam ROMBox */

== Amsteam ROMBox ==

[[File:AmsteamROMBox.jpg|thumbnail|Amsteam ROMBox]]

=== Software ===

[[File:AmsteamRombox.dsk|Flash programming utility]]

==== Flash utility usage ====

File:AmsteamRombox.dsk

2024-06-13T16:57:15Z

Abalore: Amsteam ROMBOx flash utility

Amsteam ROMBOx flash utility

Amsteam ROMBox

2024-06-13T16:54:28Z

Abalore: /* Software */

== Amsteam ROMBox ==

<gallery>
AmsteamRombox1.jpg|Amsteam ROMBox single bank
AmsteamRombox2.jpg|Amsteam ROMBox four bank
AmsteamRombox3.jpg|Amsteam ROMBox four bank final version
</gallery>

=== Software ===

[[File:AmsteamRombox.dsk|Flash programming utility]]

==== Flash utility usage ====

Amsteam ROMBox

2024-06-13T16:53:22Z

Abalore: /* Software */

== Amsteam ROMBox ==

<gallery>
AmsteamRombox1.jpg|Amsteam ROMBox single bank
AmsteamRombox2.jpg|Amsteam ROMBox four bank
AmsteamRombox3.jpg|Amsteam ROMBox four bank final version
</gallery>

=== Software ===

File:AmsteamRombox.dsk|Flash programming utility

==== Flash utility usage ====

Amsteam ROMBox

2024-06-13T16:53:04Z

Abalore: Created page with "== Amsteam ROMBox == <gallery> AmsteamRombox1.jpg|Amsteam ROMBox single bank AmsteamRombox2.jpg|Amsteam ROMBox four bank AmsteamRombox3.jpg|Amsteam ROMBox four bank final ver..."

== Amsteam ROMBox ==

<gallery>
AmsteamRombox1.jpg|Amsteam ROMBox single bank
AmsteamRombox2.jpg|Amsteam ROMBox four bank
AmsteamRombox3.jpg|Amsteam ROMBox four bank final version
</gallery>

=== Software ===

AmsteamRombox.dsk|Flash programming utility

==== Flash utility usage ====

File:Amsteam.0.5.rom

2024-06-13T16:42:33Z

Abalore:

Amsteam ROM v0.5

File:Amsteam.0.5.rom

2024-06-13T16:41:04Z

Abalore: Abalore uploaded File:Amsteam.0.5.rom

Amsteam ROM v0.6

File:Amsteam.0.5.rom

2024-06-13T16:39:04Z

Abalore: Amsteam ROM v0.6

Amsteam ROM v0.6

Amsteam

2024-06-13T16:31:16Z

Abalore: /* Browser ROM */

==Amsteam==

Amsteam is an online service for Amstrad CPC and Plus users. Currently it hosts a collection of games that can be downloaded and executed directly in the Amstrad.

{| class="wikitable"
|-
| [[File:Amsteam.png|thumbnail|left]]
|}

==How to connect==

Connecting to Amsteam requires the following elements:
* MX4 mother board or single edge-to-mx4 adapter
* External power supply for MX4 mother board (recommended)
* SPI card + WiFi module / Ethernet module from Abalore
* A ROM Box with one free slot
* The Amsteam browser ROM

==RSX Commands==

The Amsteam ROM adds 3 RSX commands:

* '''|SETUP'''
** To set the WiFi module to its defaults.
* '''|AT'''
** It's an AT command trainer.
* '''|AMSTEAM'''
** Launches the Amsteam user interface

==Setting Access Point==

Currently, the configuration of access point is performed with the AT command trainer launched with the '''|AT''' command.

* To show a list of available APs, issue the command '''AT+CWLAP'''

* To disconnect from current AP, issue the command '''AT+CWQAP'''

* To connect to an AP, issue the command '''AT+CWJAP_DEF="''ssid''","''pass''"'''

==Usage==

* Movement : CURSOR keys or Joystick
* OK : Joystick Fire 1 or ENTER
* BACK : Joystick Fire 2 or DEL

==Browser ROM==

{| class="wikitable"
|+ Amsteam browser ROM
|-
! Version !! Changes !! Status
|-
| 0.1b || First version (beta) || Obsolete
|-
| 0.2 || Text input and cursor keys fixed || Obsolete
|-
| 0.3 || Jump to game starting with letter or number pressing a key || Obsolete
|-
| 0.4 || Fixed issue with joystick buttons || Obsolete
|-
| [[:File:Amsteam.0.5.rom|0.5]] || Added support for cartridges || Working
|}

== Architecture ==
Currently, AMSTEAM has 3 boards:

* SPI interface, with WiFi or Ethernet module. Needed to connect to Internet. M4 or others may be compatible in the future if I (Abalore) manage to put my hands on any of them.

* ROM Box, in 8 or 32 slot versions. Needed to store the AMSTEAM ROM (optionally custom boot and/or other ROMs). This is not required if you already have a M4, a X-MEM or whatever other card capable of storing a ROM.

* Cartridge emulator, 512K volatile storage based on RAM. Needed to download and play large games like cartridges or DSK images. This is not required if you already have a Play2CPC, but it will probably require a firmware update. The Play2CPC firmware update is done with a cheap JTAG cable. If the board programming is out of your reach, you can always send the board to me (Abalore) or someone near your __cpLocation.

== Roadmap ==
Other board in progress:

* Extra sound channel board. Needed for certain games to have more sound channels. Not required if you already have a Play2CPC or PlayCity board.

The final goal is to put these small four boards together into a MX4 mother board and put an enclosure around to make an "Amsteam Box", with all the required stuff to instantly play all the available Amstrad software from a server.

== Links ==
[https://www.cpcwiki.eu/forum/news-events/amsteam-wip-game-streaming-service-for-the-amstrad-cpc/ Associated topic on CPCWiki forum]

Amsteam

2024-05-04T16:59:03Z

Abalore: /* Browser ROM */

Amsteam

2024-05-04T16:58:35Z

Abalore: /* Browser ROM */

File:Amsteam.0.4.rom

2024-05-04T16:58:21Z

Abalore:

Amsteam

2024-05-04T16:58:06Z

Abalore: /* Browser ROM */

Amsteam

2024-05-04T13:53:30Z

Abalore: /* Browser ROM */

File:Amsteam.0.3.rom

2024-05-04T13:52:38Z

Abalore:

Amsteam

2024-05-04T13:52:10Z

Abalore: /* Browser ROM */

Amsteam

2024-05-04T13:51:16Z

Abalore: /* Browser ROM */

Amsteam

2024-05-04T13:48:43Z

Abalore: /* Browser ROM */

Amsteam

2024-05-01T17:10:06Z

Abalore: /* Browser ROM */

File:Amsteam.0.2.rom

2024-05-01T17:07:27Z

Abalore:

Amsteam

2024-05-01T17:06:08Z

Abalore: /* Browser ROM */

Amsteam

2024-04-10T21:56:23Z

Abalore: /* Amsteam */

Amsteam

2024-04-10T21:54:49Z

Abalore: /* Amsteam */

==Amsteam==

Amsteam is an online service for Amstrad CPC and Plus users. Currently it hosts a collection of games that can be downloaded and executed directly in the Amstrad.
[[File:Amsteam.png|thumbnail|left]]
<br />

==How to connect==

Connecting to Amsteam requires the following elements:
* MX4 mother board or single edge-to-mx4 adapter
* External power supply for MX4 mother board (recommended)
* SPI card + WiFi module / Ethernet module from Abalore
* A ROM Box with one free slot
* The Amsteam browser ROM

==RSX Commands==

The Amsteam ROM adds 3 RSX commands:

* '''|SETUP'''
** To set the WiFi module to its defaults.
* '''|AT'''
** It's an AT command trainer.
* '''|AMSTEAM'''
** Launches the Amsteam user interface

==Setting Access Point==

Currently, the configuration of access point is performed with the AT command trainer launched with the '''|AT''' command.

* To show a list of available APs, issue the command '''AT+CWLAP'''

* To disconnect from current AP, issue the command '''AT+CWQAP'''

* To connect to an AP, issue the command '''AT+CWJAP_DEF="''ssid''","''pass''"'''

==Usage==

* Movement : CURSOR keys or Joystick
* OK : Joystick Fire 1 or ENTER
* BACK : Joystick Fire 2 or DEL

==Browser ROM==

{| class="wikitable"
|+ Amsteam browser ROM
|-
! Version !! Changes
|-
| [[File:Amsteam.0.1b.rom|0.1b]] || First version (beta)
|-
|
|-
|
|}