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Will need to get @Tom Speirsinput on this as I do not think that GameEx can render an image based upon the custom list .ini files within MAME. Also, of note, you should probably upgrade to version 19.72. You are a few versions and bugfixes with 19.67.

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Let's get an updated pinballx.ini and log.txt file from when it occurred. Thanks.

NOW is it OK to close the thread? 🤣

I think they have staying power, but Fortnite popularity could only last so long. They don't have the bench depth of Valve or the nostalgia draw of GoG. Hopefully they will look carefully at their strategy and pivot in a way that fosters growth and longevity in this volatile arena.

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Can you please attach copies of your gameex in and log.txt files?

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My bad. This is the problem when there's multiple issues and conversations regarding. 😵‍💫

Also need the log.txt file for each issue as it occurs. Thanks!

I would certainly hope that this is not worthy of being a life-ending event! 😮 Seriously though, I take it by your response you have gone through the triage questions, saw no error message, tried uninstalling/reinstalling the iPac 2 drivers, etc. and still no joy?

@Mike_da_Spikea question regarding the brief black screen - is it consistently between switches of the same tables? Same question for when transitioning between loading video and of same VPX tables?

That will work! Thanks!

I think it may be best to try to fix what you have, due in part to recent Microsoft and video driver changes Would you mind attaching copies of your pinballx.ini and log.txt files so we can see if there is a way to get it going?

Since the OP is all-in-one, I will leave as-is. Too many forum gymnastics to get it right. @pcraenmeonce these issues are resolved, should any other issues arise, please open a new thread with the details,and include new copies of your pinballx.ini and log.txt files. Thanks!

My former company has put most of their development eggs in AI baskets and are still sorting out some severe issues with the coding disclosing PII data. It is a tool. It cuts through quickly to what it can access, but it cannot replace the human element. Or Tom.

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Same here. I will get what I know are incorrect assumptions by the AI model and sometimes have to tell it to re-review the query for output and considering the correct information. Something as simple as asking Copilot "Which is a better thermal treatment for laptop GPU - Thermal Grizzly Kryosheets of Thermal Grizzly Duronaut thermat paste?" would result in giving me a comparison to Kryonaut thermal paste. I would then ask it to repeat the query, considering that Duronaut does exist (and providing the URL as proof), and I would then get good results.

Welcome to the PinballX forums! Unfortunately, PinballX is the frontend for Windows-based systems only. While we have had a few members who have experimented with "all things Pi" emphasis is on "few" and likely not here. I don't mind trying to help get you headed in a proper direction, but I am limited. Things to consider here: Try checking at VPForums where there are more likely RetroPie users of Vpinball Hard for us to say if Claude AI is the issue, if it is your queries, or a combination of both poor or confusing queries and incorrect AI model match. Sometimes, leveraging multiple AI models is needed. Galaxy.ai might be a place to try. I just copy & pasted information from your first post and generated the PDF attached. It may be full of holes or it may get you going in the right direction. Best of luck! Let us know if you find a solution! RetroPie-VPinball 10.8.01 Scoreboard Troubleshooting Guide (Vertical Monitor).pdf

I "journal" my queries in Notepad++ and will often find that my earlier queries become deprecated as I begin adapting to how the AI "thinks." I will run the same queries to ChatGPT, Gemini, and Copilot and have found that one may be better at certain aspects of an issue over another.

AI has its place in development. It can do many of the repetitive and tedious coding tasks quickly, even quicker than the best coders. But, the best coders know that AI is only as a tool, and the outcome is dependent upon them to thoroughly test the results.

I think OFF is better - do you agree?

I am assuming you have tested other USB ports if available. Have you tested other USB devices on the same ports to confirm no issues with the same ports? Have you checked Windows Device Manager when inserting the cable directly via PS/2 and with USB adapter? Any device errors showing? Likely it will appear under HID (Human Interface Devices). When you plug in the PS/2-USB combo or just the straight PS/2, have you checked for changes or errors in Windows Device Manager? Have you tried uninstalling/reinstalling the I-PAC2 software/drivers? They will sometimes corrupt over time. Have you reached out to Ultimarc for assistance? [email protected] Seems this is not an uncommon issue with the Win I-Pac2 PS/2 - MAMEWorld Forums - Ultimarc - I-PAC2 / Windows 10 install issue [Solved] How do I get Windows 10 to detect an old PS/2 ipac2 board?

Might be a good idea. Have there been any other updates - driver, or hardware? Maybe try the PS/2 to USB adapter but in a different USB port?

I added another 230 or so to the FTP under /-GameEx-/- Emulator Artwork & Videos -/Microsoft Windows/Logos.