Modify and make better! Wed, 06 Jul 2016 18:28:48 +0000 Wed, 06 Jul 2016 18:28:48 +0000 ASSEMbler - Home of the obscure http://assemblergames.com/l/forums/modding-and-hacking-consoles-and-electronics.76/ Wed, 06 Jul 2016 11:34:46 +0000 http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/gcvideo-open-source-gamecube-component-cable-solution.53464/ http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/gcvideo-open-source-gamecube-component-cable-solution.53464/ invalid@example.com (darcagn) darcagn this posted on Shmups earlier today. It's an open source replacement for the custom chip used in the GameCube component and D-terminal cables.

Anyone here fancy making and/or selling some?]]> 282 Wed, 06 Jul 2016 08:43:32 +0000 http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/mcwill-game-gear-replacement-lcd-screen-with-horizontal-white-line-of-pixels.62204/ http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/mcwill-game-gear-replacement-lcd-screen-with-horizontal-white-line-of-pixels.62204/ invalid@example.com (Timstuff) Timstuff
McWill Game Gear replacement LCD screen with horizontal white line of pixels?]]> 6 Wed, 06 Jul 2016 03:59:52 +0000 http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/crt-to-rgb-conversion-help-needed.62107/ http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/crt-to-rgb-conversion-help-needed.62107/ invalid@example.com (segasonicfan) segasonicfan So I've converted a standard US consumer-grade CRT to RGB before many years ago and am trying to do it again on a cute little 9" CRT I found this week. The small ones are hard to find (with color tubes) and this one is old enough that the OSD input (RGB) is going to still be analog. It's also old enough that the main jungle IC doesn't use I2C programming. It's a 1993 Zenith TV.

I followed the excellent guide Viletim posted here:...

CRT to RGB Conversion (help needed)]]> 14 Wed, 06 Jul 2016 01:56:51 +0000 http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/3do-240p-output-vp536a-encoder.55470/ http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/3do-240p-output-vp536a-encoder.55470/ invalid@example.com (airs) airs 3DO 240p/480p output - VP536A encoder

I'm looking for a way to force 240p or 480p output for the 3DO. I have a Goldstar console with a VP536A. I've gone over the only technical document I could find for the chip (here) and I'm wondering if setting CTRLB1 high (pin 52) would have the desired effect. I don't have a ton of experience with circuits - it...

3DO 240p output - VP536A encoder]]> 50 Tue, 05 Jul 2016 11:11:02 +0000 http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/using-a-negcon-ps1-controller-on-ps3.62201/ http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/using-a-negcon-ps1-controller-on-ps3.62201/ invalid@example.com (oldmanhouse) oldmanhouse
Has anyone got a NeGcon controller and a PS1/PS2 to PS3 adapter that they can test out and see if it works?]]> 2 Tue, 05 Jul 2016 07:47:57 +0000 http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/toro-advanced-video-box-for-the-dreamcast.53612/ http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/toro-advanced-video-box-for-the-dreamcast.53612/ invalid@example.com (beharius) beharius View attachment 9991


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TORO - ADVANCED 3in1 VIDEO BOX FOR THE DREAMCAST


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From the designer of HANZO & KURO VGA boxes, HERE COMES A NEW CHAMPION!

MULTI VIDEO SYNC SYSTEM : Both CSYNC and H&V SYNC modes supported
Scart connector can output RGBS (CSYNC) (Euro Scart) (480i+480p for the XRGB)
VGA...

TORO - Advanced Video Box for the Dreamcast!]]> 129 Tue, 05 Jul 2016 00:32:42 +0000 http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/diy-genesis-2-to-ps1-rgb-adapter.62163/ http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/diy-genesis-2-to-ps1-rgb-adapter.62163/ invalid@example.com (kikujade) kikujade
I'm planning to buy the newest HD retrovision cables soon, and I wanted to make an adaptor for the Sega Genesis 2 component cable to use it on the PS1. The team behind the cables is working on a prototype of their own, but they are refusing to sell it until they are sure it reaches their expected levels of quality.

I decided to not wait for them and make my own, should be kind of simple, right?

Would anyone care to give some pointers to a fellow retro-gamer in need?
I found...

DIY Genesis 2 to PS1 RGB adapter]]> 5 Mon, 04 Jul 2016 09:53:55 +0000 http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/star-ocean.62151/ http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/star-ocean.62151/ invalid@example.com (Pikmin) Pikmin
I start the game on the affected Snes, Enix logo comes up as it should, then the Tri-Ace then I get this (see attached image) and no sound. The game freezes on that screen.


I guess the next step would be to open up both consoles and check the CPU model, etc but I thought I'd ask if anyone else has come across this issue.

I...

Star Ocean]]> 14 Mon, 04 Jul 2016 08:14:55 +0000 http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/xbox-360-fat-region-free-mod-suggestions-screw-online.57932/ http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/xbox-360-fat-region-free-mod-suggestions-screw-online.57932/ invalid@example.com (FireAza) FireAza Looking to pick up a local Japanese 360, I'm gonna go for the original fat models so I can get a cool faceplace for it and because I already have a S model. Looking to get one with a Jasper motherboard so it doesn't keel over suddenly.

I'm mostly getting this console to collect and to play Japanese 360 games. But I was thinking I could mod it as well, this would let me play US region games and also install XBLA games which may end up disappearing forever soon when MS shuts down...

Xbox 360 fat region-free mod suggestions? (screw online)]]> 158 Mon, 04 Jul 2016 04:29:36 +0000 http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/final-fantasy-7-nes-saving-issue.61780/ http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/final-fantasy-7-nes-saving-issue.61780/ invalid@example.com (Mobius_trip) Mobius_trip
Final Fantasy 7 Nes Saving issue]]> 7 Mon, 04 Jul 2016 02:27:51 +0000 http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/ps4-loud-fan-replacement.57242/ http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/ps4-loud-fan-replacement.57242/ invalid@example.com (Bearking) Bearking
PS4 loud fan replacement]]> 18 Mon, 04 Jul 2016 02:18:15 +0000 http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/crt-tv-rgb-input-hack-attempt.62175/ http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/crt-tv-rgb-input-hack-attempt.62175/ invalid@example.com (Titan91) Titan91
CRT TV RGB Input Hack Attempt]]> 3 Sun, 03 Jul 2016 02:10:31 +0000 http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/wii-mini-possible-exploit.50399/ http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/wii-mini-possible-exploit.50399/ invalid@example.com (everett1911) everett1911
I'd been wondering though, Would it be possible to fool the console into operating with its drive door open, and then swap DVDs to softmod the console like how it's done with PS2s? I'm not familiar with wii games' file...

Wii Mini: possible exploit?]]> 56 Sat, 02 Jul 2016 13:40:06 +0000 http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/gcompsw-4-1-automatic-composite-component-switch.61829/ http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/gcompsw-4-1-automatic-composite-component-switch.61829/ invalid@example.com (superg) superg
Features:
1. 4 component/composite inputs;
2. Design with focus on image quality;
3. All component modes supported (up to 1080i);
3. Integrated video amplifier;
4. Automatic switching;
5. Upgradeable through JTAG (switching logic is controlled by FPGA);
6. Manual switching override/query using EXT header;
7. Polarity & overvoltage protection;
8. Externally powered (standard 2.1 DC jack, 7-12V, center positive);

The idea:
Similar to gscartsw...

gcompsw - 4:1 automatic composite/component switch]]> 38 Fri, 01 Jul 2016 21:56:00 +0000 http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/dreamcast-usb-gdrom.62158/ http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/dreamcast-usb-gdrom.62158/ invalid@example.com (Supa4004) Supa4004
Anyone know where to get one or any alternatives.

Thanks.]]> 2 Fri, 01 Jul 2016 20:09:17 +0000 http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/1chip-snes-supercic-and-mod-help.41044/ http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/1chip-snes-supercic-and-mod-help.41044/ invalid@example.com (keropi) keropi
I just received a 1CHIP SNES and I would like to mod it as I am planning to use it as my main SNES console... I have installed a couple of SuperCIC chips in normal SNES revisions but I am having difficulties finding info for the 1CHIP revision... so I have some questions :biggrin-new:

a. Do I need specific 1CHIP supercic code?
b. Do I need an extra 50/60hz switching chip? Maybe separate PAL and NTSC crystals?
c. ... and most importantly :dejection: , is there a good diagram...

1CHIP SNES SuperCIC and mod help]]> 116 Fri, 01 Jul 2016 16:16:32 +0000 http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/scph-1002-pu-8-mm2-01-or-stealth-v2-8a.61283/ http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/scph-1002-pu-8-mm2-01-or-stealth-v2-8a.61283/ invalid@example.com (Zolona) Zolona
I have no idea which HEX has better features/better stealth, so please enlighten me. I've heard those are the two used for this board.
Thanks for the input!
Edit: Mayumi 2.1?

~ Z.]]> 12 Fri, 01 Jul 2016 14:45:18 +0000 http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/ps2-laser-coil-question.60980/ http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/ps2-laser-coil-question.60980/ invalid@example.com (ASSEMbler) ASSEMbler
They every come up with a solution for fried coils?]]> 66 Fri, 01 Jul 2016 03:02:55 +0000 http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/game-genie-on-toploader-nes-101-without-adapter.62152/ http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/game-genie-on-toploader-nes-101-without-adapter.62152/ invalid@example.com (takeshi385) takeshi385 Here is my solution. Hopefully this helps someone. Sadly I only took picture of the finished product because I didn't know how well it would work....

Game genie on toploader nes 101 without adapter.]]> Fri, 01 Jul 2016 01:05:36 +0000 http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/rgb-output-with-sync-from-composite-sync-stripper-is-janky.62007/ http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/rgb-output-with-sync-from-composite-sync-stripper-is-janky.62007/ invalid@example.com (HuFlungDu) HuFlungDu
Anyway, over the past week or so I've been working on RGB modding my N64. That appears to be complete and working, but then I discovered that the only RGB SCART cables I have get their sync from csync on the multiout, and that the N64 does not provide that. I went to go buy some cables...

RGB output with sync from composite + sync stripper is janky]]> 21