RG350 & RG280 Series Starter Guide (Adam image)
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- Опубліковано 19 чер 2024
- At long last, we have a definitive firmware image for Anbernic RG350 and RG280 series retro handheld devices. This "Adam" image will allow you to create the ultimate SD card image that runs OpenDingux Beta firmware, RetroArch and standalone emulators, and the SimpleMenu frontend all in one seamless experience. No FTPing, tweaking, or headaches required.
This starter guide will work on the following devices: Anbernic RG350, RG350P, RG350M, RG280M, RG280V, PlayGo, PocketGo v2, PowKiddy Q80, and probably a few others not on my radar.
Written guide with all pertinent links: retrogamecorps.com/2021/08/20...
Timestamps:
00:00 introduction
01:50 setup and tools
02:50 installation
05:30 adding games and bios files
07:13 adding box art
09:50 orientation and gameplay
15:19 hotkeys and special features
17:06 cross compatibility
21:57 summary and conclusion
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Thank you for this! I love my RG350 but had never bothered to look into custom firmware until recently. Should have known you'd already have a video on it, and I've just spent the last few hours setting everything up. Absolutely love this Adam frontend over the previous one, and it's definitely going to get me picking up the 350 a lot more.
Thats the future of retro images!Congrats for everyone that put the work in this! Looks great!
I don’t post much but I’ve really enjoyed your content and clear instructions, you’ve put a lot of effort into these tutorials and it’s hugely appreciated. This one specifically was timed to absolute perfection and I got setup thanks to you with zero issues. Thanks a lot!
I just followed the setup instructions in your tutorial, for my RG-280v after a few months of no use, which had inexplicably stopped working. I saw that as the perfect opportunity to replace the original firmware with the Adam image. The latest version has gone from 1.x to 2.1 -- but your tutorial still works flawlessly, including scraping the images with Skraper. I had no hiccups at all following your instructions. A big thank-you from here in New Zealand.
Waiting my RG280V eagerly to use this image so thank you for introducing it to us with your simple guide.
I can't thank you enough Russ for all those vides and guides over your website, they are extremely helpfully and quiet entertaining to listen, a prime example of quality not quantity.
I hope you do guides for cooking in the same structure as you do here for retro handhelds.
Sorry for the long comment but I just wanted to express my gratitude to you, without a doubt this is in my top 5 channels over UA-cam.
Thanks so much Moayed, enjoy that RG280V when it arrives!
Great video, as usual! But I would never skip the PS1 intro, it’s just too charming.
Good point, I do love the boot logo, but man it's slow :)
Depending on the cd you put in
@@RetroGameCorps for my 280v it chugs a bit during that but it plays fine after that (adam 1.41)
Same. If anything I prefer to have console intros on all my Roms. Really breathes life into them and reminds me what console I'm playing.
Nostalgia AF, just like dreamcast intro
I almost skipped this video as a summary introduction covering the same-old same-old for new RG350/RG280V users!
I bought an RG280V after discovering the wonders of the RG351P through your guides, but I have always been a bit put off by OpenDingux. However, the RG280V has its place -- and that place is in the top pocket of my jacket.
It is the only portable that is small enough to be with me wherever I go and it has saved me from many a boring 1/2 hour when stuck waiting for something (being the kids taxi etc!)
Really excited to try this new firmware image!
**Amazing** video and super helpful. I would have had the hardest time figuring out the box art without this video. the clarity and speed at which you go through this is amazing. great video.
I really like what Eduardo has done with this. Even with all the new devices the RG350M still stands out as one of the best. It’s nice to have a nice user friendly UI for it now.
Watching your video makes clear the concept of community and the number of people behind all the pieces of the image. Thanks for the video Russ.
Thanks for compiling all of the community's work into something so comprehensive and usable!
@@RetroGameCorps I hope you see my message. How did you get the rg350m screen? I have the rg350p with the lower resolution screen and I would like to upgrade my handheld with the RG350m screen
I just ordered an RG280v after reading your review and guide on your website. I've been into handheld emulation since the GP2x, but I haven't picked up any new hardware in a couple of years. I was never completely happy with my most recent devices, an Odroid GO and a retroflag gpi.
Having broke-in on a GP2x all those years ago, opendignux is like coming full circle. A lot of these same projects and developers started all the way back then. So, I'm also glad you were left without a good build for those months and created all your content. Cheers.
The RG350M was my very first device, but the RG351P and V had replaced it. Inspired by this video, I decided to try this myself. This really breathes new life in the 350M so much that it's now back in action. A couple of snags: I had to unzip files for some of the systems to get the device to recognize them, even though the site indicates they are supported. Also, I did have to set up the analog stick in the Retroarch menu. Minor tinkering, but might still confuse a newcomer. Once again, you and the community that develops these systems greatly enhanced my enjoyment of these Anbernic devices.
Did you have any prior knowledge before doing this? I just bought an RG350p and would like to pit adam on it.
I am absolutely in love with this image. Mainly at how amazing retroarch config for GB/GBC is. It looks amazing and plays similarly to the original. While before, it looked “good”.
Thank you for going back and giving the RG350 some TLC :)
I’ve been meaning to see if any updates have been made on the device since your earlier videos. You saved me so much time.
Awesome, my pleasure!
It's taken me a while, but I have finally tried Adam and it's such an easier experience. I'm sticking to it now, definitely. Thanks for the tutorial, really helpful
I have a RG280V and I'm super excited to see this. This will breathe new life into my system
Heck yeah, and just bought a 280V too! Really excited to get this quality out of it when it arrives, thanks!
Great timing!
This new image is incredible! I remember spending hours and hours setting up my 350P to get it just how I wanted, transferring files between SD cards and tweaking config files slowly but surely. Having an image like this that is already set up how most people would want it is awesome.
There was a lot of fun in the discovery and tinkering of my OG RG350, but I'm happy to have a simpler solution for those who want it today :)
Yeah its a major time saver. The default layout is horenious. My parents got my 8 year old sister a RG350 last christmas since we didnt deem her old enough for her own Switch yet. The default layout was far too confusing for her to understand. Had to help her every time she wanted to play a game. Finally getting around to customizing the software to make it more accessible as I work on homebrewing a 3DS for myself.
How to adjust brightness in this 😓
@@RetroGameCorps this comment might not find you but do you know what to do when you go into any emulator and the system completely forgets every button on the rg350m?
OMG. This is fantastic! I literally ordered my RG350M 2 days ago! It's coming next Tuesday and I can't WAIT to just straight up put this on it. Thanks for the great video!
Awesome, great timing!
Thank you so much for this upload. I have an RG280V and I love OS! I'm so glad I subscribed to this channel! I would not have known these handhelds existed nevermind how good they are. Cheers man.
Thanks so much for this! I have had the 280V sitting on my shelf for months. It's my first retro emulator and this guide made it exactly was I wanted it to be.
Wish I could do this but I have a hp Chromebook and it won't allow me to do this.
Hi I can't get mine to work, all I get is a menu system on the left on the screen I guess I'm doing something wrong
Amazing video mate, an helpful and informative guide. I recently discovered these handhelds from watching one of your videos, I bought the RG351V & I managed to load ArkOS on it very easily thanks to your guide for that device. I'm still learning & coming to terms with everything so keeping ArkOS yet, I'm good with emulators have a good understanding with them it's just the loading the firmware which usually confuses me, I have a nice setup now 🙂 Fist of the North Star the Atomiswave game works amazingly, For an LCD panel the 351V's screen has some nice saturation. Long comment sorry basically I just wanted to say thank you! 😊
Awesome, glad to hear you are enjoying the RG351V!
Bought a RG350M today just because of this video. Been wanting something really small for travel, and this is perfect. Thanks!
The Adam image was an awesome upgrade I only just got around to completing from the original firmware and ROM set from 3 years ago. Brings amazing new life to my RG350 and much improved menu screens! Thanks for the assist, RGC!
This definitely breathes new life into my aging 350 that I haven't actually played. Brilliant lad. Thanks.
Enjoy!
My first RG350 crapped the bed, either user error or defective display.. Was sitting collecting dust, I got a good deal on a new one, so now time to start over and maybe finally fix my first one. I remember back knowing I wasn't going to take it out at all, just since it's not so pocket friendly, and $90 is a hefty loss. Got more miles on my RS-97 and V90, but sure looks like a great time to try the "new" RG350. 😁
True, but kind of an inconvenience in opening up an RG350 every time there is a new update.
This man has opened so many of those microsd card packages that he has it down to a science. Never thought to try the horizontal rip method. I cut the top dotted line with scissors like an amateur.
lol I buy mine in bulk, I've probably spend close to $1,000 on cards this past year alone.
@@RetroGameCorps Do you need to have your anbernic device updated to the latest firmware before installing the Adam image?
@@Solid_Lohen the Adam image contains the latest firmware, so by installing it you will have the latest version. No need to update anything beforehand.
@@RetroGameCorps perfect. thanks for the quick reply!
so do i
I ordered a 280m a few days ago and was having reservations on further research about its os and capabilities. That was until I saw this video! Thanks for taking your time to bring this to light
Thank you very much for this video! I ordered an RG 350 like a year ago and was very disappointed by the poor UI and the clunkiness of the whole UX. So I completely forgot about it and now thanks to this process it breathed a new life to this little device. I am completely in love with it!
Nice! They did a great job on this image.
I'll also be releasing a new SimpleMenu version soon, and upgrading should be as easy as replacing the opk.
Awesome! It's no understatement that SimpleMenu is the single best app made for these devices. Thank you for continuing to work on it!
@@RetroGameCorps oh no, not at all! There are many great apps done by very talented devs, SM is just an attempt at easier navigation that kept (keeps!) on growing, but thanks! :)
Thanks so much for all your hard work on SimpleMenu. It completely changes the experience of these devices!
@@RGGeek no problem, working on it has been fun and rewarding
@@gordon_shumway sorry for asking, is there any major changes? i might have to wait a while to flash this image before the new version of SM to be released
I think it's HILARIOUS that as a cookbook author your screenscraper username is "onionsaregross". The "easter eggs" in some of your videos are just PRICELESS! :-)
Haha, yeah that's been my handle for over 20 years at this point. And I still don't like onions :)
@@RetroGameCorps Do your recipes avoid onions? 🤣🤣
I like onions...
...but the after effects I could well live without!
@@amk8411 Same, and I hate the before effects [crying!] too!
Bruh, I'd be pissed if someone revealed my Reddit username. There's public comment history on there yo! Haha
Waiting for my RG350 to arrive. I'll be ready to crack open the case and insert Adam image SD card prepared using your easy to understand tutorials. Thanks ever so much :)
Oh ya!!! My 280m is about to get even more awesome... Thanks Russ, I really appreciate all your hard work making these videos for us.
If you go through this process I would recommend flashing Adam Image version 1.2 because there is a known issue with the version of Simple Menu that is used in Adam Image version 1.3 that causes a boot loop. I have been using version 1.2 and it's been incredible! Thanks for the clear and easy to follow guide.
Does FBNeo run pretty well on this version?
This was great I love the editing on the video and the extra transitions. This new OS looks awesome, I kinda want this on my 351V lol but it seems it’s not quite ready
Thanks! I spent some extra time on the transitions this time around.
Check out his video on 351ELEC version 2 for your 351 :)
Dude! I love the way you do your review, precise and straight to the point, I have the 280m, you've gained a subscriber..keep it up
My RG280v arrived today and I love it, but the front-end is a real drag, I'll be swapping to Adam this weekend. Thanks for this tutorial and the web guide.
Good stuff! As a 351 owner, I am now envious of the 4:3 350 screen. :P
It has been refreshing to jump back into one of these :)
This video makes me consider picking up a 350 device. If only we could get a 351Elec image with all of Russ's tweaks and configs right out of the box.
Honestly, most of the 351ELEC tweaks have already been implemented based on my recommendations, so you're not missing much :)
Don't -this things aren't plug and play and my rg351p is broke after getting elec ,it doesn't connect to the controller and if you look in discord you see tons on people with the same thing,120 brink-wasted money I wish he would talk about it maybe he's been lucky
20 seconds in and this video I just what I need. You have a sixth sense with the content you bring out. 🐐🐐
Oh man i been missing out on these retro consoles! All this time i had to plugin my older systems from the 80s/90s not knowing these existed with these retro consoles! You have me subbed!!
I'm literally getting a RG350M in the mail today. Thank you so much for the video!!!
Rgb10 max is better
@@waqs321 and?
@@waqs321 the Max is dope but the 350m is more pocketable, has a metal body, mature OS builds and a great looking 480p 4:3 screen. It also handles up to 4th gen consoles without issue and then some.
RGB10 Max is still running the RK3326 (same as 351 series) and people have been complaining it was outdated well before the Max was even announced.
Always something better out there.. I mean, the PiBoy DMG w/Pi 4 stomps on both of these in terms of specs and horsepower. They’re all cool in their own way IMO.
@Panash good timing, enjoy!
@@DilRyeMaster rgb10 max has bigger screen, the feel of the matte rubber texture is unique, also rk3326 is a good chip same as the the rg351v which is one best handhelds on market today . rg350m is great but the rg351v is next step from anbernic. the rgb10 max is the same as that just a bigger screen. just waiting on anbernics next console...
While I love all your informative videos, I’d really love to see you mod more mainstream devices like the new 3ds xl/new 2ds xl. I love that you’ve already made a lot of videos for the Vita, which I also own, but there’s just something unique about playing Nintendo games on a Nintendo console natively as opposed to using an emulator on other devices. Anyways, much love Russ!
Hi, I will likely not do a video on the 3DS/2DS line, I fear that a certain company wouldn't take kindly to that.
@@RetroGameCorps Fair enough my man. I understand your point. They’re notorious for taking stuff down from UA-camrs sadly.
This was a very informative and helpful video. Followed your steps and breathed new life into my OG RG350. Thank you from South Korea and subbed for all future content brother.
Great video Russ, it's been great fun fiddling with the new image, thanks again 👍
Glad you are enjoying it!
I love the 280V but something I never see any mention of compared to other anbernic devices is the sound: whether it’s with opendingux beta or Adam image, the default gain settings are weird as it’s either no sound or a bit too loud even on the minimum setting. Setting the gain to -20db in retroarch does the trick.
This happens on 351 Elec too, and most images. Open up your sound settings and just reset everything you can.
I can confirm this is a problem with my RG350.
when i turn off the device after launching adam for the first time it unmounts the files and there is nothing on the bigger sd card. i formatted it to fat32 and made sure there was no name multiple times. wtf am i doing wrong. tried multiple sd cards as well.
Serious kudos for how clear, concise and thorough this video was. Excellent job :)
This guide covered a step that the written guide didn't make clear for me (I do not process information normally) so for that I thank you, I am now just a box art programming away from being complete
This guy is very helpful, but for 80's babies that came across emulation way back when, adding opk's to the stock anbernic GUI is an exciting adventure. It reminds me of when we had a bunch of emus on our desktop to choose from and had to search for those bios files that never quite matched lol It's not for everyone though, which I understand.
I agree. For me tinkering with the device is even more fun then playing games.
I have no need for these devices as I have the 351v but this makes me want a 280v for pocket carry.
My RG351V is feeling very neglected right now, ever since I put this image on my 280V :)
Again, congratulations for all your effort and hard work putting all these information together. I'll for sure try this image on my devices. :)
Awesome, enjoy Igor!
Thanks for this tutorial, I love my RG280v with this image, and also I didn't knew about Skraper, it's awesome!
I was recently thinking: "I wish there was something like batocera or emuelec for the older 350 devices" Then you release this video, the corps never disappoint :D
Just put this image on my 350 and oh wow! This so much better than the upgraded stock firmware. Thank you so much for this tutorial. I forgot to back up my saves but hey clean slate lol
Hi, I just wanted to leave a message of thanks for how helpful this video and your written guide were to me, I appreciate it must have been a lot of work and it made a daunting task much easier for a newbie like myself.
Thanks so much Russ! I have been waiting for this FOREVER!
I've had RG350M for almost a year, and wanted to make a setup with OD beta + RetroArch + SimpleMenu ever since OD beta and RetroArch were out for RG350-s, just didn't have much time to mess with it, tried with early versions but some things didn't work (probably needed more tweaking/configuring), so I always ended up actually playing on stock cards.
Lucky for me, these kind souls just did all of the work, and now I can finally make my own setup the way I wanted!
Can't wait to get this going on my RG350M. I'd love to see the image working on the GKD Mini/350 devices too.
I'm eager to put this on my 280v tonight. Thanks for sharing! I had no idea this existed.
Awesome, have fun!
Thanks! Finally got this Adam firmware installed on my RG300X and it works like a charm!
You've been a champion 🏆 for retro gamers. This is so helpful!
Thank you for this tutorial it’s fantastic, I followed it all the way and worked great for my RG350M. Awesome!
Great video as always Russ, I couldn't agree with your closing sentiments more. Had this been out when I was first getting my feet wet I would have never started tinkering and learning and meeting you for that matter! But now that this is out I'm really excited, it certainly looks sleek and amazing. Can't wait to give it a try. Seems like if this was the polished product that had been released from the factory we'd have a lot more people playing retro games right now. Thanks for great video as always!
Same here Seth, it's a bittersweet moment to think that all the tinkering and discovery I made last year is no longer relevant today. But I'm thankful for the experience and the opportunity to meet folks like you along the way :)
@@RetroGameCorps Thanks Russ that means a lot. You're such a softy and I'm very here for it hahaha 😁
my RG350M was collecting dust but thanks to this tutorial, I am using it more after using this adam image. Thank you Retro Game Corps
My original RG350 had been gathering dust for quite a while, guess it's time to dig it out for a big OS change!
Thanks for the video.
That sleep mode makes a world of difference for me! Thanks
i know i'm showing up late to the party but let me tell you this video was a gift from above - i was tinkering around with my rg280v today when i got it and thought i bricked it right off the bat LOL so i'm really glad that you make these detailed and helpful videos for people like me that aspire to know more about tech but aren't quite there yet. thank you so much
Happy to be of help!
Wow, now we 350 owners have nothing to envy from 351 family (while they still envy our 4:3 screen, hohoho). Tested and worked perfectly (in the 350M all the stuff looks gorgeous in 480p). Awesome image, and great video!
I actually have an RG300x coming today, lol. I have my fingers crossed that the beta firmware will make its way over soon! This looks great
i love how its advertised as 20 minutes, meanwhile i am over here drinking doing my rg280v silver edition , like 3 hours deep still fil transferring roms, i am only a couple months into the retro gaming scene and i decided to pick up a "daily driver" for my daily train commute and leaving the 353v at home in good condition, thanks for all your videos mate.
I just ordered a 280 but I have a playgo. I'm gonna load this on both and give it a go! Great video!!!
Wow, great work on the vid, Russ! I'll definitely be looking at flashing this on my 350M :D
Let me know how it goes!
Mine gets delivered tomorrow and can't wait to use your video to make it look better. Thank you
Thank you thank you and thank you, I did it for my RG350 and worked flawlessly ^^ Amazing guide!
Great video! This totally revitalized my RG350.
Great video, as always. Despite this is very appealing and cool to revive my good ol' RG350, I still cannot see these many advantages over, say, the RogueCFW. Anyway great work from the creators
thanks for helping me with these videos in customizing my rg350, i also wraped mine in carbon fibre looks good too anyway keep up with vids
This looks awesome definitely have to have this one thank you Mr. Russ 😎👾👍🏽
Thanks for this video. I actually ordered a RG280V after seeing this!
Amazing video with tons of useful information, thanks!
Thanks for watching!
i bought a rg280 and it's coming tomorrow. i was a bit iffy on it until i saw this video. thanks.
This video made me buy one and I sure dont regret it. Keep up the good work :)
i love you man
ditto
Now I need one of these for my original PocketGo v1! (I own several of this consoles but I love that tiny thing)
Thanks for this info. Cause of this video i bought an RG280V and I just live it. Thanks to this video I got up n running after just a few minutes. Big thanks for sharing your knowledge! =)
Seems like allot bro, very detailed instructions hope I can follow when it gets here.
This video helped so much setting my RG280v UP. THANK YOU!!!!
Glad it helped!
Thanks to this video, my RG350M could see sunshine again!
What a video, what a work! Thank you and congratulations !! now i have a brand new console
I generally start from the favourites menu so playing a game is only a couple of clicks away. Thanks for the pointer by the way -- being able to use autostart to boot directly into a single game is huge. It means your device becomes dedicated to that game until you choose otherwise. No mucking around -- just pick up the handheld and play your favourite game right away.
I might do that same. I've been playing the older Nintendo handhelds like the 3DS and Gameboys, and what I miss most going back to the RG350 is the quickness of the boot. Older Gameboys had my favourite carts already in them and they boot up fast. The 3DS has a great sleep function. So I find the original RG350 firmware very slow and clunky in comparison
Thanks for recommending this. Looks like I have a new project!
Kudos for you for such a well done tutorial!
Thank you professor. As usual, top drawer.
You are very welcome!
Excited to chuck this on my rg280v!
_Can we select LAUCHBOX instante of recalbox >?_
i love your videos, i own a rg350m and a rg351m and you made great tutorial about it. tx a lot
My pleasure, Hatem!
Oh boi, my 280v will be happy 😊
Also thanks so much for your videos Russ. They are always the spiciest of meatballs
😗👌
My pleasure!!
I might just get an rg280v because of this. Also I cant stress enough the importance of sleep mode, esp in this day and age, and esp for adults, and esp if you have a busy life and kids etc. Then again all those reasons are also why a simple "plug n play" image like this would help a lot. Thanks for the video!
The Adam-OS is absolutely awesome. Easy to install, easy to use. 100% recommendation.
Hi , do you speak German?
Thanks for giving the rg350 (family) some time. I still use mine a lot.
Great to hear!