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Post by thethinker on Jul 29, 2018 17:36:44 GMT -7
Hi there,
I just noticed that when I play the MP3s of the tapes I stored in my iPod that is connected through a tape adapter in the metal player of Teddy the movements are not synchronised with the tape, sometimes by decreasing the volume of the iPod makes the synchronisation better but still quite random. I found the files on archive.org and stereo quality seems quite good.
What should I do to make the movements work properly?
What tape adapter brands do you use (that are working for you)?
Any MP3 that is working for you that you could share for my tests, thethinker82@gmail.com ?
Many thanks 😉👍!
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Post by illiopmom on Jul 30, 2018 13:04:17 GMT -7
From Illiop.org on the animation: "The data is recorded 'raw' on the tape, no sub-carrier is used. Because of this, polarity and shape of the signal is important for reliable operation."
The shape of the waves must be perfect for Teddy to animate properly. Variables like volume and audio quality matter. I find turning up Teddy's volume wheel while the track is playing helps a lot.
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Post by thethinker on Jul 30, 2018 13:48:05 GMT -7
From Illiop.org on the animation: "The data is recorded 'raw' on the tape, no sub-carrier is used. Because of this, polarity and shape of the signal is important for reliable operation." The shape of the waves must be perfect for Teddy to animate properly. Variables like volume and audio quality matter. I find turning up Teddy's volume wheel while the track is playing helps a lot. Hi thanks for your help, do you play MP3s or other formats? Do you use an iPod as well? Is there a risk of damaging teddy speakers or tape player by using an MP3 adapter? Many thanks! |
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Post by illiopmom on Jul 30, 2018 17:53:52 GMT -7
MP3s, though I have heard WAVs are also possible. People also tend to plug Teddy into their computer, which is what I do. As long as you don't absolutely blast the audio constantly, you shouldn't damage him.
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Post by thethinker on Jul 30, 2018 18:45:16 GMT -7
😉👍
My teddy came with the tape “Teddy Summertime”, do you know where can I find that in MP3 stereo? I do not have anything to convert it.
Many thanks!
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Post by illiopmom on Jul 31, 2018 9:45:46 GMT -7
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Post by thethinker on Jul 31, 2018 10:11:11 GMT -7
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Post by illiopmom on Jul 31, 2018 10:53:35 GMT -7
That looks pretty good.
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Post by thethinker on Jul 31, 2018 14:46:36 GMT -7
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Post by bossco on Jan 24, 2019 20:47:32 GMT -7
Hi all. I'm new.
I'm looking forward to learning so much more on this site.
I actually just found that linked site today....I wish it had more stories.
I look forward to testing the audio files hosted on that site with my Teddy.
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Post by bossco on Feb 22, 2019 8:52:09 GMT -7
I've had no success yet, but I've yet to play with the volume wheel/iPod volume during play.
Upon initial play of the files at a steady volume I got no automation.
I'll have to go downstairs and mess around more.
Wish me luck!
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