Marine Aquarium 3 Comments & Appreciation - Page 45

Wizwad · 08-18-2010, 04:15 PM

Originally posted by Jim Sachs:

I got the power cable. I'll try to get the system working tomorrow.

OK, it's been nearly two weeks now. What news on the upgraded 3D graphics capability from the Sachs Home Front, Jim?

Jim Sachs · 08-18-2010, 10:47 PM

I haven't had much time to spend on this - I've just been hit by one thing after another for the last month. No time to even explain what's going on.

On the 3D front - Everything is working, but the system just won't let me "de-tune" it to do stereovision at 60 hz. I'll have to save up for a Samsung SyncMaster 2233rz monitor.

If the user is willing to put up with some flicker at 60 hz instead of 120, I think nVidia should allow it.

Wizwad · 08-19-2010, 01:33 AM

Sorry that you're going through another tough patch.

Re nVidia - I suppose they're trying to protect themselves and their customers. With the reports of people feeling ill when using 3D glasses, maybe they're trying to protect those people prone to that from themselves.

Jav400 · 08-19-2010, 07:09 AM

Jim must be going through the same patch I am lately, if it wasn't for bad luck I wouldn't have any it seems.

Mike Moskowitz · 08-30-2010, 06:47 PM

I too would like to say thanks for the great program. I've spent the better part of two days evaluating different 3D aquaria for a possible project and this one is the best.

janimuse7 · 09-08-2010, 12:01 AM

Is there a guide to identify the corals, sponges, sea fans & other static critters?

feldon34 · 09-08-2010, 02:02 AM

Originally posted by janimuse7:

Is there a guide to identify the corals, sponges, sea fans & other static critters?

Simico created a chart of all the corals and the names of them all. You can view it here:
https://www.feldoncentral.com/forums...ead.php?t=4499

(scroll down a bit)

patscarr · 09-08-2010, 04:12 AM

That needs to be updated with the feather-duster.

PaulsPics · 09-21-2010, 04:43 AM

For updating my Flight simulator I find I need to get a more powerful computer and Video card and now a new Monitor as well. This now can be done as I have retired and in a home for the aged Uhggg.
Can any of you please tell me if the following will still work and show my favorite program " Marine Aquarium 3, before I part with the money,
Computer to be rebuilt and upgraded to :-
CPU + Fan Intel I5 760 INTEL CORE
4GB DDR3 , 1333MHz RAM 1
1GB Geforce GT240 DDR3 PCIE2 Video Card
and using a new Monitor ---Acer G245Hbmid
I am hoping I will not lose all the fish
regards to all from downunder
Paul Sydney well near it but further out in the Bush now.

Wizwad · 09-21-2010, 07:19 AM

Paul,

All of those components are way overspecified for Marine Aquarium 3, so be assured that MA3 will run fine on that system. Just make sure you re-install DirectX after you update to the latest drivers for your graphics card. (Voice of experience from many people here!)

PaulsPics · 09-21-2010, 07:48 AM

Many thanks for your reply Mark, just what I wanted, the voice of experience
Now I can spend my ill gotten $ AU and still have my cake having eaten it.

ESHIREY · 09-21-2010, 09:13 AM

Yes like he said. That will be a very nice system. No Problems there.

PaulsPics · 09-21-2010, 08:07 PM

MANY THANKS AGAIN FOR RE-ASSURING ME E SHIREY

I HAVE ORDERED THE MACHINE NOW

MAYBE WILL HAVE A GOOD WEEKEND AFTER I PICK IT UP

G/DAY FROM SYDNEY AND ITS SUNNY OUTSIDE AND THE BIRDS ARE SINGING. BUT RAIN
IS ON ITS WAY FOR OUR WATER SUPPLIES & FARMERS

pAUL

ESHIREY · 09-22-2010, 07:39 AM

Anytime Paul. By the way, get the "L" out of my name. hahahahahaha

It's ESHIREY for Ed Shirey. But PLEASE call me Ed. All my friends do.

cjmaddy · 09-22-2010, 08:26 AM

... and don't call me Shirley! ...... Now where have I heard that before? -

ESHIREY · 09-22-2010, 08:31 AM

hahahahaha I know what you mean.

Jim Sachs · 09-24-2010, 11:24 PM

3D Vision update: My new Samsung Syncmaster 2233rz monitor came today, but I can't get it to accept any refresh rate except 60hz. Rates of 100, 110, and 120 show up on the list of choices, but anything besides 60 results in a black screen with a "Check Signal Cable" message. I tried researching this problem on the Internet, and I can find several other people with the same trouble, but no answers.

Edit: I just found out that it could be the cable I'm using. The monitor didn't come with one, so I used a general-purpose DVI cable. Apparently, the one I need has more pins. I'll look for one tomorrow.

Ralph · 09-25-2010, 07:10 AM

From the specs on one site you should have had a DVI-D Dual link cable included in the box

Nicki · 09-25-2010, 08:47 AM

Sometimes the ones that come in the box just aren't good enough. My brother had a similar problem connecting his Panasonic DVD player to his TV. $280 for the player and oh yeah, another $50 for the cable.

Ralph · 09-25-2010, 09:07 AM

There are always the "gotchas". You think you got a good price / deal.. until you add up all the other things.

08-18-2010, 04:15 PM	#881
Wizwad Only me... Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Essex, England Posts: 2,584	Originally posted by Jim Sachs: I got the power cable. I'll try to get the system working tomorrow. OK, it's been nearly two weeks now. What news on the upgraded 3D graphics capability from the Sachs Home Front, Jim? Mark ----------- Intel i7 12700K \| Aorus Z690 Pro \| Corsair DDR5 5600 32GB \| Asus Dual RTX3060ti 6GB v2 Mini OC \| Corsair RM850 Gold PSU \| 1TB NVMe M.2 WD Black SN850 \| 4TB Seagate BarraCuda HDD \| Corsair Airflow 5000D Case \| HP 32QHD 4K Monitor \| Windows 11 x64 Professional

08-18-2010, 10:47 PM	#882
Jim Sachs Developer Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: Southern Oregon Posts: 9,787	I haven't had much time to spend on this - I've just been hit by one thing after another for the last month. No time to even explain what's going on. On the 3D front - Everything is working, but the system just won't let me "de-tune" it to do stereovision at 60 hz. I'll have to save up for a Samsung SyncMaster 2233rz monitor. If the user is willing to put up with some flicker at 60 hz instead of 120, I think nVidia should allow it. Jim Sachs Creator of SereneScreen Aquarium

08-19-2010, 01:33 AM	#883
Wizwad Only me... Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Essex, England Posts: 2,584	Sorry that you're going through another tough patch. Re nVidia - I suppose they're trying to protect themselves and their customers. With the reports of people feeling ill when using 3D glasses, maybe they're trying to protect those people prone to that from themselves. Mark ----------- Intel i7 12700K \| Aorus Z690 Pro \| Corsair DDR5 5600 32GB \| Asus Dual RTX3060ti 6GB v2 Mini OC \| Corsair RM850 Gold PSU \| 1TB NVMe M.2 WD Black SN850 \| 4TB Seagate BarraCuda HDD \| Corsair Airflow 5000D Case \| HP 32QHD 4K Monitor \| Windows 11 x64 Professional

08-19-2010, 07:09 AM	#884
Jav400 Administrator Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: Tennessee Posts: 9,725	Jim must be going through the same patch I am lately, if it wasn't for bad luck I wouldn't have any it seems. Michael Administrator of Inside:SereneScreen Aquarium Forum, Chatroom, Fan Site & *Gallery* DVD Collection

09-08-2010, 02:02 AM	#887
feldon34 Forum Administrator Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: Rock Hill, SC Posts: 10,939	Originally posted by janimuse7: Is there a guide to identify the corals, sponges, sea fans & other static critters? Simico created a chart of all the corals and the names of them all. You can view it here: https://www.feldoncentral.com/forums...ead.php?t=4499 (scroll down a bit) "Journalism is printing what someone else does not want printed. Everything else is public relations." - George Orwell "If voting changed anything, they'd make it illegal." - Emma Goldman

08-30-2010, 06:47 PM	#885
Mike Moskowitz Registered Join Date: Aug 2010 Posts: 1	I too would like to say thanks for the great program. I've spent the better part of two days evaluating different 3D aquaria for a possible project and this one is the best.

09-08-2010, 12:01 AM	#886
janimuse7 Registered Join Date: Sep 2010 Posts: 2	Is there a guide to identify the corals, sponges, sea fans & other static critters?

09-08-2010, 04:12 AM	#888
patscarr Pet Shark Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Back in Buffalo Posts: 5,455	That needs to be updated with the feather-duster. Patrick

09-21-2010, 04:43 AM	#889
PaulsPics Registered Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Sydney Australia Posts: 71	For updating my Flight simulator I find I need to get a more powerful computer and Video card and now a new Monitor as well. This now can be done as I have retired and in a home for the aged Uhggg. Can any of you please tell me if the following will still work and show my favorite program " Marine Aquarium 3, before I part with the money, Computer to be rebuilt and upgraded to :- CPU + Fan Intel I5 760 INTEL CORE 4GB DDR3 , 1333MHz RAM 1 1GB Geforce GT240 DDR3 PCIE2 Video Card and using a new Monitor ---Acer G245Hbmid I am hoping I will not lose all the fish regards to all from downunder Paul Sydney well near it but further out in the Bush now. Paul

09-21-2010, 07:19 AM	#890
Wizwad Only me... Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Essex, England Posts: 2,584	Paul, All of those components are way overspecified for Marine Aquarium 3, so be assured that MA3 will run fine on that system. Just make sure you re-install DirectX after you update to the latest drivers for your graphics card. (Voice of experience from many people here!) Mark ----------- Intel i7 12700K \| Aorus Z690 Pro \| Corsair DDR5 5600 32GB \| Asus Dual RTX3060ti 6GB v2 Mini OC \| Corsair RM850 Gold PSU \| 1TB NVMe M.2 WD Black SN850 \| 4TB Seagate BarraCuda HDD \| Corsair Airflow 5000D Case \| HP 32QHD 4K Monitor \| Windows 11 x64 Professional

09-21-2010, 07:48 AM	#891
PaulsPics Registered Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Sydney Australia Posts: 71	new computer will it work for Marine Aquarium 3 Many thanks for your reply Mark, just what I wanted, the voice of experience Now I can spend my ill gotten $ AU and still have my cake having eaten it. Paul

09-21-2010, 09:13 AM	#892
ESHIREY Smilie Dragon Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Lebanon, PA Posts: 4,725	Yes like he said. That will be a very nice system. No Problems there. Thank you for taking the time to read this.

09-21-2010, 08:07 PM	#893
PaulsPics Registered Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Sydney Australia Posts: 71	NEW COMPUTER SET UP MANY THANKS AGAIN FOR RE-ASSURING ME E SHIREY I HAVE ORDERED THE MACHINE NOW MAYBE WILL HAVE A GOOD WEEKEND AFTER I PICK IT UP G/DAY FROM SYDNEY AND ITS SUNNY OUTSIDE AND THE BIRDS ARE SINGING. BUT RAIN IS ON ITS WAY FOR OUR WATER SUPPLIES & FARMERS pAUL Paul

09-22-2010, 07:39 AM	#894
ESHIREY Smilie Dragon Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Lebanon, PA Posts: 4,725	Anytime Paul. By the way, get the "L" out of my name. hahahahahaha It's ESHIREY for Ed Shirey. But PLEASE call me Ed. All my friends do. Thank you for taking the time to read this.

09-22-2010, 08:26 AM	#895
cjmaddy Registered Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Lancashire, UK Posts: 7,854	... and don't call me Shirley! ...... Now where have I heard that before? -

09-22-2010, 08:31 AM	#896
ESHIREY Smilie Dragon Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Lebanon, PA Posts: 4,725	hahahahaha I know what you mean. Thank you for taking the time to read this.

09-24-2010, 11:24 PM	#897
Jim Sachs Developer Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: Southern Oregon Posts: 9,787	3D Vision update: My new Samsung Syncmaster 2233rz monitor came today, but I can't get it to accept any refresh rate except 60hz. Rates of 100, 110, and 120 show up on the list of choices, but anything besides 60 results in a black screen with a "Check Signal Cable" message. I tried researching this problem on the Internet, and I can find several other people with the same trouble, but no answers. Edit: I just found out that it could be the cable I'm using. The monitor didn't come with one, so I used a general-purpose DVI cable. Apparently, the one I need has more pins. I'll look for one tomorrow. Jim Sachs Creator of SereneScreen Aquarium Last edited by Jim Sachs; 09-25-2010 at 01:33 AM.

09-25-2010, 07:10 AM	#898
Ralph Retired Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Edmonton Alberta Ca Posts: 2,441	From the specs on one site you should have had a DVI-D Dual link cable included in the box

09-25-2010, 08:47 AM	#899
Nicki Sugar Plum Fairy Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Toronto Posts: 1,267	Sometimes the ones that come in the box just aren't good enough. My brother had a similar problem connecting his Panasonic DVD player to his TV. $280 for the player and oh yeah, another $50 for the cable. Run you clever boy. And remember...

09-25-2010, 09:07 AM	#900
Ralph Retired Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Edmonton Alberta Ca Posts: 2,441	There are always the "gotchas". You think you got a good price / deal.. until you add up all the other things.