Epoch Cassette Vision

[Jigen271]

I realize that up until now it was thought that an emulator for the Epoch Cassette Vision was not possible due to the fact that the game cartridges themselves hold all the necessary hardware to run the game.  Recently here in Japan a programmer was successful in creating an Emulator to run these games.  In anticipation of a port of this core to Retroarch I have created a Platform video in 16:9.  I will also be making the Clear logos, 2D Box Art both back and front, 2D cartridges, Game play Videos and instruction manuals (which were on the back of the Box Art), and Spines.  The full collection was scanned by a friend of mine here in Japan.  Now I need a way to dump his cartridges.  Any ideas on how to do this?  I will be uploading all art I have created soon.  Hopefully I will be finished within the next few days.   

Cart Front.rar

[BruceReyes]

Dumping cartridges for a system like the Epoch Cassette Vision, where the hardware is integrated into the cartridges, can be quite challenging. Here are a few ideas that might help you in this process:

Research Existing Tools: Look into existing cartridge dumping tools and hardware that might be adaptable for the Cassette Vision. While there might not be a dedicated tool for this system, some tools for other vintage systems might be modifiable.

Custom Hardware Solution: You might need to create a custom hardware interface to read the data from the cartridges. This could involve designing a circuit that interfaces with the cartridge's pins and reads the data directly.

Community Collaboration: Reach out to retro gaming and emulation communities. There might be enthusiasts or experts who have tackled similar challenges and can offer advice or even collaborate on creating a solution.

Consult with the Programmer: Since a programmer in Japan has already created an emulator, they might have insights or tools that could assist in dumping the cartridges. It could be beneficial to contact them for guidance.

Documentation and Reverse Engineering: If possible, gather any technical documentation or schematics of the Cassette Vision cartridges. This information can be invaluable in understanding how to access and read the data.

Professional Services: Consider reaching out to companies or individuals who specialize in data recovery or electronics engineering. They might be able to offer a service to dump the cartridges.

These steps should help you get started on dumping the cartridges. Good luck with your project, and it's exciting to see such dedication to preserving and emulating classic games!