Retro Sales
SEGA Genesis Console repair - Console 1 Cleaning the cart slot - Part 2/7
updated
Parts needed:
External power supply - 9V DC rated to 3Amps
https://shorturl.at/lDQgx
Voltage regulator to give us 5V DC - 78S05
https://shorturl.at/RybMJ
Chassis mount DC barrel socket
https://shorturl.at/1HzU9
Part 1 - NeoGeo CD - Convert Japanese to English
youtu.be/KE7ijnVWgO8
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A detailed tutorial on How to convert the Neo Geo CD to English with a simple language mod. This will change the console boot menu to English and also allow games to show English menus and instructions instead of Japanese.
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PART 2
This video continues where this left off last time with the gamecube. I install the XeonGC mod chip for true region free compatibility and the ability to boot backup games.
If you missed PART 1... then go back and watch it first. youtu.be/7eUq1MjYCH4
Part 1 - A detailed tutorial video on how to change the language and menu of a Nintendo Gamecube from Japanese to English... or vice versa.
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PART 1
A detailed tutorial video on how to change the language and menu of a Nintendo Gamecube from Japanese to English... or vice versa.
PART 2
The next video will continue where this left off and install the XeonGC mod chip for true region free compatibility and the ability to boot backup games. youtu.be/0aUmS9kVU0U
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Can the Super Magic Drive be used as an Everdrive alternative? We take a look.
How to setup SMD800 on a PC to load ROMS on real SEGA Mega Drive / Genesis consoles.
More info on the Super Magic Drive:
Technical info
gendev.spritesmind.net/page-bsys_smd.html
Software:
For Windows 10 - uCon64 (I tested this after making the video)
http://ucon64.sourceforge.net/ucon64/hardware.html
Windows XP - "ROM Backup Device Utility v2.0"
RBDUtil.exe
http://www.alpha-ii.com/Download/Main.html#RBDUtil
More tech and BIOS files
segaretro.org/Super_Magic_Drive
Good info & photos
http://videogamedevelopmentdevices.wikia.com/wiki/Super_Magic_Drive
Schematics
gendev.spritesmind.net/img/smd/smd_schem_v0.3.png
Battery
https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Cells-14h-6mA-Rechargable-Battery-Ni-Cd-60mAh-2x-3-6V/253082492456
EPROM
https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/5PCS-M27C128A-10F1-IC-EPROM-UV-128KBIT-100NS-28CDIP-NEW-GOOD-QUALITY/301723575758
LPT Cable
https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/1-3-Meters-Male-to-Male-DB25-Pin-Parallel-Printer-Extension-Cable/162958792058
Parallel poer LPT PCIE card
https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Startech-PEX1P-1-Port-PCI-Express-Parallel-Adapter-Card-SPP-EPP-ECP/173316856442
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The Super Magic Drive, manufactured by Front Far East, is a copier that dumps game cartridge info to four different types of floppy disks or to a PC directly via a parallel port. These files come in SMD format, which in turn can be used on an emulator. In addition, putting different floppy disks in the Super Magic Drive allows them to be playable on the Sega Mega Drive.
It also has features for supporting battery-backed RAM present in some game cartridges, as well as providing functions for disk management. With an adapter, the Super Magic Drive can copy and play SNES games too. Another allows PC Engine games to be copied, but the games have to be loaded from the external disk drive every time instead of being able to play them from the memory. In addition, the Super Magic Drive serves as a Japanese/North American/European ROM converter.
Credit: segaretro.org
This one needed a bad mod removed and a general tidy up.
Things mentioned in the video:
How to get the 32x working on the Genesis 3
http://www.sega-16.com/forum/showthread.php?10676-Genesis-3-Compatibility-Restoration&highlight=Genesis
My SCART hack to force an old CRT into it's native 4:3 aspect ratio
youtube.com/watch?v=nowCy8ZaZlc
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In the video I show how to use a laptop power supply to run the TS100 and also how to wire up a flexible silicone cable.
TS100 Soldering iron.
You can buy the TS-K tip from the same seller
http://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/hqPo23q
Example Power Supply (or use a Laptop one)
http://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/s3Rqq3q
DC Barrel tip - 5.5mm x 2.5mm
http://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/cXDyWfgM
Tattoo flexible cable - The exact one I bought off eBay with the spring on the cable
goo.gl/imon9Z
TS100 Custom Firmware
github.com/Ralim/ts100
Download ZIP file, extract. - github.com/Ralim/ts100/releases
English is the EN file, or choose your language
TS100_EN.hex
Use a decent quality USB cable as I had issues with cheap ones.
Windows
1. Press and hold the button closest to the tip
2. Plug in USB - It will enter DFU mode on the LCD and your conputer will map a drive to it and open as USB
3. Drag the TS100_EN.hex file to the drive letter
4. It will disconnet and reconnet if working
5. You will see a new file ending in RDY if working correctly
6. That's it, unplug and power on normally
If you get a windows Explorer error about not having enough space for the file, try a better quality USB cable as I had this exact issue.
Official instructions here github.com/Ralim/ts100/wiki/Upgrading-Firmware
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Switch
au.rs-online.com/web/p/rocker-switches/2789733
Solder mat -
http://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/cVIH6xK0
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A detailed tutorial video on the process to mod the controller port.
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A detailed tutorial video on how to properly adjust the RF laser voltage on the Sega Saturn. It's important to measure the RF voltage properly and set it to a working range rather than use the resistance method.
If you need a new laser for the sega saturn. Use the Optima-6S available here - http://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/qNZfqfY
Sega Saturn Service Manual
https://www.retrosales.com.au/pages/retro-console-service-manuals
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► Instructions
github.com/borti4938/Audio4OSSC/tree/master/installation/v1.5_A3b_VGP
► OSSC Firmware
https://www.niksula.hut.fi/~mhiienka/ossc/fw/
► SD Memory Card Formatter (Use this for all SD cards it's excellent)
sdcard.org/downloads/formatter_4
► Win32 Disk Imager
A Windows tool for writing images to USB sticks or SD/CF cards
sourceforge.net/projects/win32diskimager
► MAC users
Apple Pie Baker is a great tool for writing images to SD
tweaking4all.com/hardware/raspberry-pi/macosx-apple-pi-baker
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Products List-
Before you read on to the products list, I recently found this soldering iron with a direct heating element that can be run off 12V. This thing absolutely rocks! Don't let its size put you off, this new technology is amazing and has started showing up in the big brands like Hakko. It's tiny but packs a serious punch.
Check it out on AliExpress - goo.gl/6zGJmP
Amazon US and UK
► 80 in 1 Precision Screwdriver Set
http://amzn.to/2tcw9fB
► JIS Screwdriver Set
http://amzn.to/2CTGBZ7
► Another great Kit for Electronics
http://amzn.to/2FMDZze
► Hakko Flush Cutters
http://amzn.to/2CVH7FO
► Hioki DT4252 Standard Digital Multimeter
http://amzn.to/2CV5ROD
► FLUKE 17B+ Digital Multimeter
http://amzn.to/2CVuXg4
► Greenlee DM-510A True RMS Professional Digital Multimeter
http://amzn.to/2F7v4at
► YIHUA 853D 110V SMD DC Power Supply Hot Air Gun Soldering Iron Rework Solder Station (I have this one)
http://amzn.to/2FiB8QI
► Desoldering Gun S-993A ( 110V Version for the US)
http://amzn.to/2FNtRX4
► Rigol DS1052E 50MHz Digital Oscope
http://amzn.to/2GYqY4T
► Austor 0.8mm Lead Free Solder
http://amzn.to/2GYPcMs
► OUSHARES Lead Free Solder Wire with Rosin Core
http://amzn.to/2CVrY7w
► Kester 186 Rosin Soldering Flux 2oz Bottle
http://amzn.to/2F9RThU
► MG Chemicals #3 No Clean Super Wick Desoldering Braid
http://amzn.to/2FatsB3
► Digital Caliper Vernier
http://amzn.to/2F5uvls
► VuPlex Plastic Cleaner
http://amzn.to/2CVwqmA
► 5 Piece Mini Pliers – Bent Needle Nose
http://amzn.to/2H2jj5H
► 5 in 1 Anti Static Brushes for cleaning
http://amzn.to/2Fb5UvB
► Helping Hands Magnifier Station (To hold stuff)
http://amzn.to/2FMHSUQ
► Clip On Desk LED Lamp (Similar to mine)
http://amzn.to/2oLP2k9
► MG Chemicals 99.9% Isopropyl Alcohol
http://amzn.to/2FNOi6c
► Hioki DT4252 Standard Digital Multimeter
http://amzn.to/2CV5ROD
eBay
► YIHUA 853D 110V SMD DC Power Supply Hot Air Gun Soldering Iron Rework Solder Station (I have this one)
goo.gl/FsiDQN
► Desoldering Gun S-993A ( 220V with AU plug)
goo.gl/qtffoW
► The gold soldering iron tip cleaner
goo.gl/qBFof2
► VuPlex Plastic Cleaner
goo.gl/RdWzyt
AliExpress (Worldwide customers)
► YIHUA 853D 3 In 1 Soldering Iron Hot Air (110V & 220V)
http://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/ZrzvbYf
► Desoldering Gun S-993A
http://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/mIynMnE
► Modding Wire 200 Meters AWG30
http://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/zFUbAaq
► Digital LCD GM328A Component Tester
http://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/JuRVVF2 (My model)
http://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/FIqv7UB (Newer model)
► In Circuit ESR Meter MESR-100 AutoRanging
http://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/iyz7eaE
► Angled Hook Pick Set
http://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/yJyRrFI
► USB Digital Electronic Microscope 500x times zoom
http://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/IYFAIYF
Australian Local Sellers
► Gamebit Tools 3.8mm & 4.5mm
https://www.retrosales.com.au/products/parts-modding-gamebit-tool-screwdriver-3-8-4-5
► Diggers 125ml Isopropyl Cleaning Alcohol
https://www.bunnings.com.au/diggers-125ml-isopropyl-cleaning-alcohol_p1564443
► Isopropyl Aerosol Can - 300g Jaycar
https://www.jaycar.com.au/isopropyl-aerosol-can-300g/p/NA1067
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For the last video of the year, I run through the installation of an THS7374 RGB amp for the PC Engine Duo-R console
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Where to buy the RGB Amp
Voultar's THS7374-based board This is a great TG-16 / PCE amp that sends RGBs through the high-quality THS7374 amplifier that's had the filter turned off for the sharpest possible output. It also has a built-in sync stripper and options for TTL and 75ohm csync. http://voultar.com/index.php?route=product/product&product_id=53
This is the board I used
Mickcris'THS7374-based board: This amp is another THS7374-based solution (filter off) that outputs a high quality image. This board is very inexpensive and a great choice. Please note that this board doesn't route sync, so you'll need to use composite video as sync, or build your own sync circuit. In many cases, simply using composite video as sync works fine.
http://atariage.com/forums/topic/236875-fs-pceturbografx-ths7374-rgb-ampscables-region-switches-and-consoles
RGB SCART Cables
retrogamingcables.co.uk/?tracking=566ea08ca2b69
A detailed tutorial video on how to install the SNES Jr / SNES Mini RGB Amp Kit from RetroFixes
Written Instruction - http://www.retrofixes.com/2015/06/snes-jr-rgb-mod-amp-kit-installation.html
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VuPlex Plastic cleaner
Australia - Autobarn, Bunnings or BCF stock it
https://www.autobarn.com.au/vuplex-cleans-protects-polishes-200vu
Everywhere else
http://vuplex.co/suppliers
The power supply you need to run this in Australia is here
https://www.retrosales.com.au/products/nintendo-famicom-power-supply-adapter-pack-super-famicom-disk-jr-new-au-plug
A detailed tutorial video on the process to install the kit.
Where to buy - goo.gl/2qRLf6
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A detailed tutorial video on replacing the power components on an early revision AES console. Also swapping out the Video RAM (I keep calling it Palette RAM in the video!) to fix yellow boot screen. Finally replacing the RGB caps with 470uF values for the CXA1145P video encoder
Component list
Main power transistor - NEC A1442
goo.gl/CVPGKd
Smaller power transistors - C1815
Most electronic stores have these
VRAM - CXK5814P-35L
goo.gl/HN668w
Palette RAM CXK5864BSP-12L or CXK5864BSP-10L
goo.gl/FUq9hQ
Neo Geo AES RGB Fix with correct value components
470uF 10v capacitors
75ohm resistors
Most electronic stores have these
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In this video, I take a look at the N64 Controller and repair the wobbly joystick.
Australian eBay seller - 10 pack - $3 AUD ea ($30 total is fkn expensive but local for Aus buyers)
goo.gl/xhzYKt
The maker of these parts is here, so US buyers should go direct. Unfortunately for us in other parts of the world, the shipping was huge and not worth the money or the wait.
http://store.kitsch-bent.com/product/n64-joystick-gears
The seller offers these shipping options.
International Economy - $14.00 USD
2-8 Weeks
International Priority Air - $33.00 USD
1-2 Weeks
International Express Air - $60.00 USD
2-7 business days
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Power Supplies for Retro Console
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Retro Games Store Australia
https://www.retrosales.com.au/
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In this video I take a look at a broken Neo Geo AES Console with a graphical issue. It ends up being a simple fix...
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A video tutorial on all steps required to install the UltraHDMI kit from http://ultrahdmi.retroactive.be
Buy the kit here - game-tech.us/shop
Recommended Digital Microscope - http://amzn.to/2vqSNBj
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My 3D printer
Monoprice Select Mini 3D Printer V1
http://amzn.to/2sXqEjf
The filament I use and recommend is this stuff
eSUN 1.75mm Black PLA PRO (PLA+) 3D Printer Filament 1KG
http://amzn.to/2sXuWHv
Local Aussies can buy filament from these blokes here in Victoria. Trevor is incredibly knowledgeable on 3D printing.
http://www.aurarum.com.au/
Build plate adhesion
PEI Sheet of plastic with adhesive - Works well!
http://amzn.to/2t0Z4Co
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A detailed tutorial video on how to mod the PAL Sega Megadrive for 60hz NTSC on a VA5 or VA6 revision. For a VA4 you'll need to wire it up differently. See herehttp://www.globalgarage.com.au/mod-megadrive-5060hz-va4-revision/
Switch used - goo.gl/39Kdnz
RGB SCART Cables - goo.gl/LuK6Wa
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A detailed tutorial video on how to replace the PSU in your console when it fails, or if you want to power a 100V Japanese console with 240v. We use an external 12V DC supply into a Pico ATX PSU and modify it for this custom purpose. This conversion is suitable for all models both Saturn and Dreamcast with just small tweaks to the mod.
Timecodes:
Intro
1:30 - Disassembly
4:00 - GD ROM removal
8:00 - Replace clock battery ML2032
14:40 - Power Supply Mod
31:50 - 3D Printed rear panel for DC jack
36:10 - GDEMU
36:20 - GDEMU 3D Printed Tray install
38:30 - Testing
Conversion kits will be available for purchase if there is enough interest. Kits available June 2017 from Retro Sales Australia with worldwide shipping
https://www.retrosales.com.au/products/accessory-power-supply-sega-saturn-dreamcast-replacement-modified-psu-retrofit-modding
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A detailed tutorial video on how to install the GDemu and set it up with a menu for easy game play.
Pre order & Buy GDemu - gdemu.wordpress.com/ordering
Firmware - gdemu.wordpress.com/firmware/updating-gdemu
GDMenu - gdemu.wordpress.com/links
3D Printed Sega Dreamcast GD-EMU SD Card Tray - https://www.retrosales.com.au/products/accessory-sega-dreamcast-3d-printed-gd-emu-sd-card-tray
SD Formatting tool that worked - sdcard.org/downloads/formatter_4
The 12v overheating fix (if it's an issue for you, as I don't think it's a big deal. The PAL Dreamcast requires 12v on the multi out connector, so I wouldn't disable the 12v rail personally.)- reddit.com/r/dreamcast/comments/461ohk/how_to_remove_12v_from_dreamcast_for_gdemu_and
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How to install the Hi-Def NES on an AV Famicom you ask? In this detailed tutorial video, we do exactly that with step by step instructions along the way.
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HI-Def NES Installation Service Australia by Darren - goo.gl/oU7YT9
Famicom power supply for Australia - goo.gl/7L4OUB
Precision Screwdriver Kits goo.gl/UvWcQk
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Back for 2017 we take a look at our Gaming area and give it a much-needed cleanup. We then install some cooling fans in the TV Media Cabinet.
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Part 1 - Introduction to the series.
I'm making a retro video game controller cleaning, repair and evolution series of around 3 parts. The controllers shown are in desperate need of a clean so we'll start with that but also tear them down and restore the response of the buttons to make them feel new again. In a later video in this series, I will take a look back at the controller evolution and how things have changed. We now have DPads, Shoulder buttons, Triggers, Expansion bays, Dual Analog Sticks and Ergonomics that just work. How did this all this technology creep into the controllers we use today... let's take a look back.
Proposed episodes in this series
Part 2 - Coming Feb 2018 - Controller Evolution from 1970 to now (Will discuss many controllers and the innovations through each generation)
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I take the NES Classic Mini Controller apart and compare it to the original
IC - WCP 405 1628EM475
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It's not an FPGA as I first thought. Here are the chip models gathered so far.
Under side of Case - MOD. CLV-001
Motherboard model
FTM-NES-Main-01
1P-0166X00-4020
CPU
Allwinner R16 quad core Cortex A7 processor
ALLWINNER TECH
R16
04130BA 6711
http://www.allwinnertech.com/index.php?c=product&a=index&id=51
RAM
SK hynix
H5TQ2GB63GFR
Manufacturer: Spansion Inc
S34ML04G200TF100 FLASH 8GBIT
Description: ic FLASH 8GBBIT
Category: Integrated Circuits (ic) - Memory
Capacity: 4G
Speed: 25ns
Voltage - Supply: 2.7V ~ 3.6V
http://nxtmarket.info/item/528215180738
AXP223
G4064BC 65J1
PMIC Optimized For Multi-Core High-Performance System
http://dl.linux-sunxi.org/AXP/AXP223-en.pdf
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A detailed tutorial video on how to replace the PSU in your console when it fails, or if you want to power a 100V Japanese console with 240v. We use an external 12V DC supply into a Pico ATX PSU and modify it for this custom purpose. This conversion is suitable for all models both Saturn and Dreamcast with just small tweaks to the mod.
Conversion kits will be available for purchase - Kits available June 2017 from Retro Sales Australia with Worldwide shipping
https://www.retrosales.com.au/products/accessory-power-supply-sega-saturn-dreamcast-replacement-modified-psu-retrofit-modding
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Eg Component for example can produce HD resolutions, but not from retro consoles.
Choosing the right Retro Gaming Cable
Your TV plays a large part in deciding Which is best so if you're a RGB SCART kind of guy, then stick to RGB and upscale it. If your an American who never had the SCART connector on your TV, then stick to Component and Composite.
OK let's clarify some points from the comments!
1. SCART isn't a format, it's a piece of plastic and metal.
2. RGB is the format inside SCART, but it can also carry S-Video and Composite. Please be specific.
3. Resolution is a determining factor when choosing cables! As the consoles got newer came higher resolutions, so naturally you may choose a different cable to get the best out of them. PS2 for example is best used with Component cables as the CONSOLE supports a higher resolution over that format only.
4. RESOLUTION: The term 240p describes a resolution of approximately 320x240 pixels progressively. It means each line is drawn on the screen one after another. Most retro consoles were limited to 240P so RGB was the CLEANEST best.way to get the video to your TV.
If you mess about with 240P, you get 480i
Standard definition television (NTSC) is 480i, a far cry from HDTV's 720p and 1080i. The i stands for interlaced. This means that every 60th of a second, half the image is shown. The first 60th shows the odd lines of the image, the second 60th shows all the even lines. Your eye/brain combines these into one image
Think of 480i as a messed up 240P
Things then stepped up to 480P progressive scan
The Dreamcast is a great example of 480P in the format of VGA.
Traditionally, VGA is 640x480 pixels, and yes can be called the same format as 480P.
So as newer consoles introduced higher resolutions, we have to move to WHICHEVER cable supports that mode. So 480P for example can only easily be had from VGA or Component. It's then the best choice for THAT console.
5. Which cable to use?
IT DEPENDS ON YOUR TV AND EXISTING SETUP!!! There's no real answer for ALL but here's my breakdown.
UPDATE 2020 - I would now recommend a RAD2X HDMI cable if it's available for your console. Check them out here at RGC shorturl.at/vNSV7
Old consoles like Atari - Composite 240P or RF if that's all it had
NINTENDO
Famicom - Composite or RGB modded 240P
Super Nintendo - RGB 240P
Gamecube - Offical Digital component cables - 480P, otherwise PAL can run RGB 240P and NTSC S-Video 240P
N64 - RGB 240P, or modded with Ultra64 to HDMI
Wii - Do we even care? Use Component for 480P
SEGA
Master System - RGB 240P
Mega Drive / Genesis - RGB 240P
Saturn - RGB 240P
Dreamcast - VGA 480P, or RGB 240P
PS1 - RGB 240P
PS2 - Component 480P but RGB can also do 480P when in RGsB mode. Stick to Component as it's easier and looks good.
XBOX Original - Component 480i and 480P
XBOX 360 - HDMI if it has it, otherwise Component
Newer consoles - HDMI (Don't even mess about, if it has HDMI use it.)
6. Component is a fantastic format for newer consoles! :) RGB was the best for older retro consoles. I guess that's the summary that a lot of people just don't get.
7. On older consoles that are limited to 240P, RGB is the best. Things changed at the XBOX, Dreamcast and PS2 generation when they introduced HIGHER resolutions such as 480i and 480P which were generally only supported by Component.
For more reading and a way better explanation of each console, go and harass Bob over at http://retrorgb.com He's a top bloke and has very interesting explanations of everything.
I personally recommend RGB SCART cables from these guys in the UK. They make extremely high-quality cables with custom Sync audio options. They also ship worldwide for US customers.
Retro Gaming Cables - goo.gl/eb5iMi
Recommended Upscaler is the XRGB Framemeister - http://amzn.to/2eyLcop
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I go through the options of powering your console in your home country. Japanese consoles typically have 100V AC power supplies that regulate down to 9V DC. Let's look at the options we have.
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I take a look at the random button presses and general PS3 controller problems and offer a simple fix.
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How does a capacitor work? The same way this condenser mic does.
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We also disable the 10 NES CIC chip for region free goodness!
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Read more about the SuperCIC project here and download the code
https://sd2snes.de/blog/cool-stuff/supercic
http://sd2snes.de/files/supercic.zip
In this package you need to burn the "supercic-lock.hex" file to the PIC
PIC - Is a 16F630 available from eBay
How to burn the PIC? - I use a GQ-4X for all chips with an external 9V power supply for steady reliable burning. Don't rely on the USB cable for power.
http://www.mcumall.com/comersus/store/comersus_viewItem.asp?idProduct=4282
If you buy the GQ-4X above, I recommend grabbing this adapter to go with it as it allows you to burn all common chips for modding
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Resistor values for LED -
Green can be anything from 100 to 220 ohm.
Red is best at 2K Ohm as it then shows Orange and Red properly.
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A detailed tutorial video on how to install the kit on the SMSII console
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The saturn will support these languages - Japanese, English, German, French, Spanish and Italian.
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A detailed tutorial video on a faulty Neo Geo AES Controller. Down direction and B button not working. I go through the wiring with a multimeter and find the cause.
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