8BitCADE XL
Make
Make the 8BitCADE XL
Start building your very own game console with our step by step tutorial! Get your project kit and toolkit ready - It’s time to show them what being a MAKER is all about!
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Make
8BitCADE XL
Visual Parts Guide
The Make Tutorial has everything you need to build and learn, but if you would like to print printout a visual parts guide to help you along the way, you can find it through the link below -
Make
8BitCADE XL
Parts Dictionary
The Parts Dictionary runs through all of the parts in the project kits and how they make the console work properly
Learn
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Installing Arduino
8BitCADE XL
Before You Start
Before you start you need to have Arduino installed. Arduino is the IDE that we will use to talk to our gaming console. Arduino is made up of two popular languages – C and C++. What the Arduino IDE is, is a platform for us to write and upload code in. IDE stands for integrated development environment. The below video will walk you through how to install the Arduino IDE and set it up for your 8BitCADE console.
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Introduction to the
8BitCADE XL
Programming in Arduino
This tutorial should be the first tutorial that you take. It will teach you everything from programming basics in Arduino to setting up and programming your 8BitCADE XL Console.
Follow this tutorial before beginning any of the other 8BitCADE XL Tutorials!
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Set Up the
8BitCADE XL
Library and Board Setup
This tutorial is crucial to set up your 8BitCADE XL since it utilizes the ARDUBOY library. This tutorial guides you through the setup, including both the board setup and the library setup
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Learn
8BitCADE XL
Code Programs and Games!
It’s time to get started with the programming! Make sure you have completed the above tutorials in the LEARN section before continuing.
Check out our tutorials that range from simple programs like a calculator to complex games!
Game
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Game
8BitCADE XL
Before You Start
Before we start, it’s crucial that we understand what we are getting into. The below video explains the difference between both .hex files and .ino files. Topics such as why we use them, what they are and how we can use them to program our 8BitCADE.
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Game
8BitCADE XL
Arduino Load
If you want to install your games using the .INO file format, you will need to follow the video below. This video will walk you through how to install Arduino, download games, and load using the Arduino IDE
Below is the installer and the video.
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Game
8BitCADE XL
HEX Load
If you want to install your games using the HEX file format, you will need to follow the below video. This video will walk you through how to install the loader and use it!
Below is the installer and the video
EXTRA RESOURCES
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Code
8BitCADE XL
Battery Check
The code below should be uploaded to your 8BitCADE console while you charge it. It will show you a live voltage reading of your battery with and indicator, so you know when the device is fully charged. The device will beep when fully charged to ensure you do not overcharge the battery. -
Code
8BitCADE XL
Hardware Test
The code below should be uploaded to your 8BitCADE console while you charge it. It will show you a live voltage reading of your battery with and indicator, so you know when the device is fully charged. The device will beep when fully charged to ensure you do not overcharge the battery.
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Extra Resources
8BitCADE XL
Reprogramming The Bootloader
This tutorial covers how to reprogram the bootloader, Please note the Bootloader is preinstalled on your arduino. Only use these tutorials if you accidently alter or damage the bottloader and need to reprogram it.
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Creating a Flash cart of Games andFlashing The Memory Chip
This tutorial covers how to create your own flash cart of games and flash them to the memory chip. Please note the memory chip comes pre installed with over 200+ games. this tutorial allows you to edit, add and remove games from the 8BitCADE Loader.
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Extra Resources
8BitCADE XL
Creating a Game Image
The tutorial below will take you through what a flashcart is, how to create one, and how to upload it to your new console. This allows you to create your very own 8BitCADE loader and add your own title screens, games, and more!
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Schematic
8BitCADE XL
8BitCADE XL Schematic
Below is the schematic for the latest 8BitCADE XL board. This page will constantly be updated with any updates or adjustments that we make to the board.