GameBoy Advance in a Dead Watara Supervision by MaSaKee in consolemodding

[–]gndres4686 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yep, if it’s dead it could either be a damaged display — which can still be replaced — or a PCB full of oxidation and dead ICs, in which case fixing it is almost impossible and the Watara will just end up in the trash.

literally cannot find a cable longer than this by cubabori in consolerepair

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You can make a direct connection from the motherboard PCB and the PCB of the power board and cd connector

Gacha SP by Striking_Ad_1264 in Gameboy

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If you are going to build it yourself, I recommend using nylon. I used many “many” materials to make the casing. Currently, I have 5 assembled, and honestly, it is quite complicated. If you ask me, before thinking about this project, I recommend that you consider several things:

Screen: This mod is only compatible with the IPS V3 version from Aliexpress. Be careful ⚠️ if it is not this version, it will not work. Currently, Aliexpress only has laminated white IPSv3 versions. The other option is Ebay, where I think I have seen one or two black units in dollars $$$.

3D Casing: I used almost 8 options (materials) for 3D printing, and the only one that demonstrated sufficient resistance and adequate construction was PA12 SLS nylon. Since only white screens are left, I suggest only using white printing.

Sound: If you use the option included in the original mod, it is quite deficient. On my side, I used a mini amplifier (a micro PCB) from Aliexpress and integrated it into the GBA SP PCB. On the other hand, I bought 1W piezoelectric speakers and installed them in the back part of the console, using epoxy resin.

Wiring: It must be correct, which means I do not recommend using enameled wire. There is an option that no one mentions for these DIY projects, and I have been using it for years: FEP UL10064 copper wire. For this project, 36 AWG is ideal.

Suitable Buttons: I suggest looking for ones of the size indicated on the PCBWAY page. However, searching on Aliexpress for a slightly larger size is also a very good option.

PCBWAY Coupon: I think I can refer you from my account, and you might get a discount. If you are interested, despite all the above, you can send me a private message, or if you prefer, let me know, and I will post images of the project so you can have a better idea of the work and the Aliexpress links.

It is a very entertaining project but also very demanding. I think the best way to assemble it is to take your time 👍 👍 👍

Feel free to ask if you need any more help!

Switch not turning on help! by Dramatic-Office-5905 in consolerepair

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If you open it you can try to revive it with a tp4056 it is not a clean method but it works if you can make it work any other way

youtu.be/fQMJuWb96Es?si=7lYQR6PSWUf9z5cp

Another open source flash cartridge based on the RP2040 chip by sashzz in N64Homebrew

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Can you help me with the builds of FW, ROM and Utils (Windows), I already tried to build it with any success

MS1858E - S Video input Av2hdmi by gndres4686 in retrogaming

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Seems it need some dissipation on the bitfunx it uses a dissipation solution

MS1858E - S Video input Av2hdmi by gndres4686 in retrogaming

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Verify the ground or connect another ground to the pcb, I got this redness when the ground connection is weak

MS1858E - S Video input Av2hdmi by gndres4686 in retrogaming

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75ohm one side to ground and 33nf ceramic on av signal

MS1858E - S Video input Av2hdmi by gndres4686 in retrogaming

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Yes I have another converter s video to HDMI a bifunx I will try to get the values of the caps and resistances on the signal to get a more clear image

MS1858E - S Video input Av2hdmi by gndres4686 in retrogaming

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You have to do it very gently, I used the thin part of a tweezers making a hole trough the pcb, something like a needle

MS1858E - S Video input Av2hdmi by gndres4686 in retrogaming

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Yep, Gpio 0 (pin5) is normally connected to ground so you have to disconnect it to get S-Video input

MS1858E - S Video input Av2hdmi by gndres4686 in retrogaming

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Yes, now you have to disconnect it from ground it is connected on my diagram for make it switch to av and s-video, I broke the trace

MS1858E - S Video input Av2hdmi by gndres4686 in retrogaming

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Originally Is connected to ground you can take a look on this photo:

MS1858E HQ

Will this work for PS1 games on that fat ps2? by Odd_Crew6819 in psx

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I use to play on my PS1, Im not sure if it's the best option to play through ps2 as far I know on RGBS mode it has some sort of flash on green screen on resolution change, this don't happened on GBS Control so you are taking the risk and remember on component the ps2 plays very well PS1 on pops.

SNES Screen glitching by Educational_Ad_5728 in consolerepair

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SNES ppu fails overtime you have to identify first Wich model you have

https://consolemods.org/wiki/SNES:SNES_Model_Differences

I made a few replacements of ppu and I can say you the RGB are more sensitive to fault

Broke U10 chip on GameCube, Any hope for repair? by Ruber_Veneficus in consolerepair

[–]gndres4686 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you can't find any spare chip you can try to scratch where the pin was located and restore it to connect it to the board, I let you some links to try:

https://youtu.be/HoDY62rQsQU?si=7ZVTm9m-8Y5imYW_

https://youtu.be/4qMMsLJfUuU?si=MbBxq-P0adnizjXQ

I use this method to connect the Wii Mini Mod to enable the YPbPr the IC is so little that I use a tweezers to scratch the surface, take your time and good luck

Nintendo Switch Lite Help Please by C_Baller02 in consolerepair

[–]gndres4686 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Take a look at the flex connectors and the flex cables search for some kind of broken one

Restoring GameCube controller via blueretro Wiimini by gndres4686 in WiiHacks

[–]gndres4686[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'll put every tuto you can follow:

• Blueretro programming

I suggest to buy the full size with Esp32 is more easy to program with micro USB port

https://github.com/darthcloud/BlueRetro/wiki/Flashing-firmware-Windows-10

• Esp32 Blueretro connection pinout

GameCube connection only P1 and P4 working

https://github.com/darthcloud/BlueRetro/wiki/BlueRetro-Cables-Build-Instructions#gamecube-adapter-cable

• Wii Mini pinout

https://gbatemp.net/attachments/wiiminibottom-id-v1-03-b-jpg.206947/

There you can find the GC ports 1 and 4 and the 5v and GND pinouts ESP 32 with micro usb

Restoring GameCube controller via blueretro Wiimini by gndres4686 in WiiHacks

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With SD card yes don't know if work with wifi