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5 Cassiopei menu program
If the Cassiopei has been configured for use with the required computer model (for example, the
Cassiopei has the computer model setting set to C64 PAL when working with a C64 PAL machine)
then you are able to use the Cassiopei menu program (linked to the MENU button of the
Cassiopei). This program can be used to select the game or program that you want to run. Although
this program can do the same as the OLED display, it is much more convenient because the screen
is much larger (easier readable) and much more fun then fiddling with these tiny buttons.
In the situation where you want to start a game or program that you've runs previously, then the
menu program is not required, simply press the “Play”-button when the computer states “press play
on tape”. In all other cases follow the instructions below.
5.1 Starting the menu program
Starting (loading) the Cassiopei menu program into your CBM computer:
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Type LOAD
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When stated “press play on tape”, press the “Menu”-button on the Cassiopei
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The menu program will appear within a few seconds
Below the screen-shot of the Cassiopei menu program on a C64. The layout of this screen is similar
for all supported computer types, but also similar to the menu on the OLED screen or web interface
of the Cassiopei. Although there are some minor details caused by screen size/color limitations. But
in general, but their functionality is completely identical. When the menu program on the CBM is
active, the display on the Cassiopei indicates this situation to prevent the user from also accessing
the menu on the Cassiopei itself.
Use the keys as indicated in the screen to browse through the menu. When exit is selected (in
combination with exit & save settings) the current selection is saved to the settings file and
executed, which saves the user the trouble of typing LOAD again.
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