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Dlevere: /* Using LemASM */

2014-10-26T02:19:53Z

Using LemASM

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	To Do		To Do

			*[http://www.emutalk.net/forums/5-Nemu64?s= The official Nemu64 message board]

	===Using Renegade's Assembly Tools===		===Using Renegade's Assembly Tools===

Dlevere: /* Key Codes */

2013-04-17T12:45:40Z

Key Codes

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MathUser at 16:41, 4 December 2008

2008-12-04T16:41:37Z

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Ace: /* Breakpoints */

2008-12-03T23:01:08Z

Breakpoints

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	# Open the Memory Viewer (Plugins > Debugger: Memory).		# Open the Memory Viewer (Plugins > Debugger: Memory).
	# Click the checkbox(es) desired for the ''Watch type on set''.		# Click the checkbox(es) desired for the ''Watch type on set''.
	# Go to the address to BPR/BPW on, then ~~rightclick~~ the value shown for it. The value changes color based on the watch type set.		# Go to the address to BPR/BPW on, then right click the value shown for it. The value changes color based on the watch type set.

	'''BPX with Nemu''' <br \>[[Image:nemu_set_bpx.png\|Nemu: Setting a BPX]]		'''BPX with Nemu''' <br \>[[Image:nemu_set_bpx.png\|Nemu: Setting a BPX]]

Ace: /* Game Software Code Creator (GSCC) */

2008-12-03T22:51:18Z

Game Software Code Creator (GSCC)

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	[[Image:gscc_dump.png\|Game Software Code Creator: Dump Window]] <br /> '''Possibilities'''		[[Image:gscc_dump.png\|Game Software Code Creator: Dump Window]] <br /> '''Possibilities'''

	The Possibilities window looks ~~similiar~~ the the N64 Utils reults window. Same basic features.		The Possibilities window looks similar the the N64 Utils reults window. Same basic features.

	[[Image:gscc_possibilities.png\|Game Software Code Creator: Possibilites Window]] <br /> '''RAM Edit'''		[[Image:gscc_possibilities.png\|Game Software Code Creator: Possibilites Window]] <br /> '''RAM Edit'''
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	** Dump GS Pro ROM - Save a copy of the GS/AR Pro's ROM.		** Dump GS Pro ROM - Save a copy of the GS/AR Pro's ROM.
	** Get Run Address - Finds the entry point of the game. 'DE' enable code, anyone?		** Get Run Address - Finds the entry point of the game. 'DE' enable code, anyone?
	** Find Enable Code - Look for an enable code for the game that's ~~insterted~~. This probably searches for MTC0 type enablers.		** Find Enable Code - Look for an enable code for the game that's inserted. This probably searches for MTC0 type enablers.
	** Set BP - This is a pretty advanced feature. It can set Read/Write breakpoints. These are used in assembly hacks. This topic has a [[#N64 Assembly (R4300i)\|section]] dedicated to it.		** Set BP - This is a pretty advanced feature. It can set Read/Write breakpoints. These are used in assembly hacks. This topic has a [[#N64 Assembly (R4300i)\|section]] dedicated to it.

Ace: /* Game Software Code Creator (GSCC) */

2008-12-03T22:40:43Z

Game Software Code Creator (GSCC)

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	[[Tools#GSCC2k\|Game Software Code Creator]] by Code Master (aka CMX) is much like the N64 Utils. It's primary function is hacking codes, but it has the ability to upload/download code lists as well. Getting GSCC connected to the GS/AR properly starts out the same as with the [[#PC Connection and Utilities\|official utils] ]. One of the perks of GSCC though is better Windows XP/2000 support; however, communication still times out randomly on XP. It includes a special driver called Totalio. It seems to auto-detect the operating system being run on and activate totalio on its own, but if it doesn't there's a Totalio submenu located in the Debug menu with a Start/Stop option. The program must also be configured for N64 GS/AR. Below is a picture of the Configuration Menu (File > Configuration). The only part for beginners to worry about is the System + Communication Options frame. Notice the "Auto Detect Settings" button there. With a little luck, this will work. If not, try configuring manually like below. Note that GSCC cannot be used to upgrade/reflash the cheat device.		[[Tools#GSCC2k\|Game Software Code Creator]] by Code Master (aka CMX) is much like the N64 Utils. It's primary function is hacking codes, but it has the ability to upload/download code lists as well. Getting GSCC connected to the GS/AR properly starts out the same as with the [[#PC Connection and Utilities\|official utils] ]. One of the perks of GSCC though is better Windows XP/2000 support; however, communication still times out randomly on XP. It includes a special driver called Totalio. It seems to auto-detect the operating system being run on and activate totalio on its own, but if it doesn't there's a Totalio submenu located in the Debug menu with a Start/Stop option. The program must also be configured for N64 GS/AR. Below is a picture of the Configuration Menu (File > Configuration). The only part for beginners to worry about is the System + Communication Options frame. Notice the "Auto Detect Settings" button there. With a little luck, this will work. If not, try configuring manually like below. Note that GSCC cannot be used to upgrade/reflash the cheat device.

	[[Image:gscc_config.png\|GSCC: Configuration Menu]] '''Code List Updater'''		[[Image:gscc_config.png\|GSCC: Configuration Menu]] <br /> '''Code List Updater'''

	This is used basically the same as the one in the N64 Utils; however it compiles the list automatically before uploading. There are also edit boxes for viewing/editing the list within the program.		This is used basically the same as the one in the N64 Utils; however it compiles the list automatically before uploading. There are also edit boxes for viewing/editing the list within the program.

Ace: /* Game Software Code Creator (GSCC) */

2008-12-03T22:39:53Z

Game Software Code Creator (GSCC)

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	[[Tools#GSCC2k\|Game Software Code Creator]] is slightly more advanced than the N64 utils. There are some special options to tweak with in the configuration. The most notable is a checkbox that says "Treat Values As Signed." This means that all values read, whether 8-bit or 32-bit are sign extended. The typical Hex/Decimal input option is there too. There are far too many search options to try to document them all here, but the help file with the program explains most of them anyway; hence, new users should read that help file because it's actually useful. The regular Known Value search is a little hard to spot though. It's part the Advanced Searching Options frame. Check the box beside "Do," locate "Equal To" dropdown list, and enter a value in the box beneath it.		[[Tools#GSCC2k\|Game Software Code Creator]] is slightly more advanced than the N64 utils. There are some special options to tweak with in the configuration. The most notable is a checkbox that says "Treat Values As Signed." This means that all values read, whether 8-bit or 32-bit are sign extended. The typical Hex/Decimal input option is there too. There are far too many search options to try to document them all here, but the help file with the program explains most of them anyway; hence, new users should read that help file because it's actually useful. The regular Known Value search is a little hard to spot though. It's part the Advanced Searching Options frame. Check the box beside "Do," locate "Equal To" dropdown list, and enter a value in the box beneath it.

	[[Image:gscc_dump.png\|Game Software Code Creator: Dump Window]] '''Possibilities'''		[[Image:gscc_dump.png\|Game Software Code Creator: Dump Window]] <br /> '''Possibilities'''

	The Possibilities window looks similiar the the N64 Utils reults window. Same basic features.		The Possibilities window looks similiar the the N64 Utils reults window. Same basic features.

	[[Image:gscc_possibilities.png\|Game Software Code Creator: Possibilites Window]] '''RAM Edit'''		[[Image:gscc_possibilities.png\|Game Software Code Creator: Possibilites Window]] <br /> '''RAM Edit'''

	The last window for hacking is RAM Edit. The main purpose of this is to view/edit memory just like the Memory Editor in the GS/AR can. There a few nifty options.		The last window for hacking is RAM Edit. The main purpose of this is to view/edit memory just like the Memory Editor in the GS/AR can. There a few nifty options.

Ace: /* Official Hack Utilities */

2008-12-03T22:38:06Z

Official Hack Utilities

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	* The option to enter search values in hex.		* The option to enter search values in hex.
	* Known and Unknown value searches aren't seperated. Both types of searches can be done while trying to find the same code.		* Known and Unknown value searches aren't seperated. Both types of searches can be done while trying to find the same code.
	* There's an In-Range search option. This searches for ~~locayions~~ containing any value between the two entered. For example, looking for a value between 1 and 5.		* There's an In-Range search option. This searches for locations containing any value between the two entered. For example, looking for a value between 1 and 5.
	* The Search Range can be specified. For instance, if the use only wanted to search the 0x80300000-0x803FFFFF region.		* The Search Range can be specified. For instance, if the use only wanted to search the 0x80300000-0x803FFFFF region.
	* The ability to resume the last search. Good for games that crash easily.		* The ability to resume the last search. Good for games that crash easily.

Ace: /* PC Connection and Utilities */

2008-12-03T22:31:31Z

PC Connection and Utilities

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	* Another common issue is the parallel port settings in the PC's BIOS. To access these settings, look for a "Press X key to enter setup" type message when the PC is first turned on or refer to the user manual for the PC. Most systems usually use the DEL or F1 key. Once in the BIOS, locate the parallel port setting(s) and be sure it's set to EPP or ECP. Bi-Directional won't work.		* Another common issue is the parallel port settings in the PC's BIOS. To access these settings, look for a "Press X key to enter setup" type message when the PC is first turned on or refer to the user manual for the PC. Most systems usually use the DEL or F1 key. Once in the BIOS, locate the parallel port setting(s) and be sure it's set to EPP or ECP. Bi-Directional won't work.

	[[Image:n64_utils_sysinfo.png\|N64 Utils: System Info]] '''Reflashing/Upgrading'''<br />		[[Image:n64_utils_sysinfo.png\|N64 Utils: System Info]] <br /> '''Reflashing/Upgrading'''<br />

	After detecting the hardware to be sure it's connected properly, go to the Other Utilities tab, and click the Upgrade button. There is checkbox above that button with the option to overwrite the code list with the default (official) list or not. It will take a moment to send the upgraded software to the device.		After detecting the hardware to be sure it's connected properly, go to the Other Utilities tab, and click the Upgrade button. There is checkbox above that button with the option to overwrite the code list with the default (official) list or not. It will take a moment to send the upgraded software to the device.

	[[Image:n64_utils_other.png\|N64 Utils: Other Utilities]] '''Reflashing a Defective Device'''<br />		[[Image:n64_utils_other.png\|N64 Utils: Other Utilities]] <br /> '''Reflashing a Defective Device'''<br />

	The "Piggyback Reflash" was something discovered by someone that was just messing around, and it has given users a chance at reviving corrupted (unbootable) devices. This is like a defibrillator for GS/AR. Beware, however, ''it can be hazardous to the working device used in the procedure.'' '''The authors and device manufacturers are not liable for any damage caused to devices by attempting this.'''		The "Piggyback Reflash" was something discovered by someone that was just messing around, and it has given users a chance at reviving corrupted (unbootable) devices. This is like a defibrillator for GS/AR. Beware, however, ''it can be hazardous to the working device used in the procedure.'' '''The authors and device manufacturers are not liable for any damage caused to devices by attempting this.'''
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	The remaining item on the Other Utilities tab is pretty self-explanatory. Click the Grab Video Image button to get an image of what's currently on the screen (during a game).		The remaining item on the Other Utilities tab is pretty self-explanatory. Click the Grab Video Image button to get an image of what's currently on the screen (during a game).

	'''Code List Editing/Backup''' [[Image:n64_utils_code_list.png\|N64 Utils: Code list]]		'''Code List Editing/Backup''' <br /> [[Image:n64_utils_code_list.png\|N64 Utils: Code list]]

	''Everything on the Code List tab is for use at the main menu of the GS/AR only.'' The code list on the device can be backed up by setting a ~~filename~~ (through browsing or just type it in) and clicking the Download Codes button. Editing a code list is as easy as opening a backup of it in a text editor. Just follow the basic syntax of file to add/remove codes and games. After editing is complete, the code list must be compiled before uploading to the device. Simply browse for the newly edited file in the Code List Compiler frame here, Then click the Compile Codes button. If the Compilation Results box lists errors, fix them and compile again. Once the list is compiled properly, all that's left is to hit the Upload Codes button and wait a moment for it to update the GS/AR.		''Everything on the Code List tab is for use at the main menu of the GS/AR only.'' The code list on the device can be backed up by setting a file name (through browsing or just type it in) and clicking the Download Codes button. Editing a code list is as easy as opening a backup of it in a text editor. Just follow the basic syntax of file to add/remove codes and games. After editing is complete, the code list must be compiled before uploading to the device. Simply browse for the newly edited file in the Code List Compiler frame here, Then click the Compile Codes button. If the Compilation Results box lists errors, fix them and compile again. Once the list is compiled properly, all that's left is to hit the Upload Codes button and wait a moment for it to update the GS/AR.

	===Game Software Code Creator (GSCC)===		===Game Software Code Creator (GSCC)===

Ace: /* Breakpoints */

2008-12-03T15:05:23Z

Breakpoints

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	# After the Notepad window pops up, the user is free to restore the original values at that address and resume if needed.		# After the Notepad window pops up, the user is free to restore the original values at that address and resume if needed.

	'''Setting Read/Write Breakpoints on Nemu''' [[Image:nemu_set_bpw.png\|Nemu: Setting a BPW]]		'''Setting Read/Write Breakpoints on Nemu''' <br />[[Image:nemu_set_bpw.png\|Nemu: Setting a BPW]]

	# Open the Memory Viewer (Plugins > Debugger: Memory).		# Open the Memory Viewer (Plugins > Debugger: Memory).