Dedicated to evolving game conservation. Wed, 06 Jul 2016 18:27:59 +0000 Wed, 06 Jul 2016 18:27:59 +0000 ASSEMbler - Home of the obscure http://assemblergames.com/l/forums/repair-restoration-conservation-and-preservation.78/ Wed, 06 Jul 2016 17:47:41 +0000 http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/psone-doesnt-read-discs-despite-working-laser.61845/ http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/psone-doesnt-read-discs-despite-working-laser.61845/ invalid@example.com (dc16) dc16 12 Wed, 06 Jul 2016 17:35:05 +0000 http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/best-backup-methodology-for-numerous-cds.62179/ http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/best-backup-methodology-for-numerous-cds.62179/ invalid@example.com (skarpo01) skarpo01
What would you advise when it comes to doing backups of projects that have a very large amount of storage media like 100+ CDRs? In the past I used to burn all cds individually but this is very tedious and time consuming...

I was thinking about DDS tapes or storing everything on a NAS.

I would be happy to hear about your opinions and tips regarding this topic.

Best regards,
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Help with Pilotwings PCB, please!]]> 4 Tue, 05 Jul 2016 18:02:57 +0000 http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/light-gun-on-lcd-tv.47044/ http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/light-gun-on-lcd-tv.47044/ invalid@example.com (pato) pato 21 Tue, 05 Jul 2016 16:53:16 +0000 http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/sega-nomad-crackling-sound-from-speaker-not-simple-cap-fix.62181/ http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/sega-nomad-crackling-sound-from-speaker-not-simple-cap-fix.62181/ invalid@example.com (segasonicfan) segasonicfan so I bought a Sega Nomad off of ebay boxed and was really excited to have a complete system finally (I have a working one from some years ago that is system only). However, it arrived with a broken AC plug (which I fixed) and, what is seemingly a big problem, some crackling sound output from the speaker / headphones (as well as a LOT of background distortion noise at high volume). Have a listen here to see what I mean:...

Sega Nomad crackling sound from speaker (not simple cap fix)]]> 5 Tue, 05 Jul 2016 10:41:47 +0000 http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/dreamcast-outputting-video-audio-briefly.62199/ http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/dreamcast-outputting-video-audio-briefly.62199/ invalid@example.com (Enurta) Enurta
Edit: Not sure if it matters but I am using Composite cables and it does the same thing on both TV and XRGB-Mini]]> 1 Mon, 04 Jul 2016 14:17:45 +0000 http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/2-x-nes-not-accepting-controller-input.62145/ http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/2-x-nes-not-accepting-controller-input.62145/ invalid@example.com (kingoddball) kingoddball Been awhile since I've popped around here.

I have 2 NES consoles I purchased faulty...
So far it was 72 pin connectors - I have video output (partial issue).
Front loader machines > Game goes in > Has to be up in order to work (cant be pushed down in loaded position) but this isnt the problem (yet)...

Both have same issue.
Plug in a controller and neither recognise any input from 2 different controls (Chinese bootleg controls).
I am thinking its two faulty controls but looking for...

2 x NES not accepting controller input ??]]> 1 Mon, 04 Jul 2016 03:14:53 +0000 http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/xmen-arcade-cab-error-help.62045/ http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/xmen-arcade-cab-error-help.62045/ invalid@example.com (bart_simpson) bart_simpson i get 13b error any idea on how to fix this.]]> 3 Sun, 03 Jul 2016 22:36:20 +0000 http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/possible-capacitor-problem-with-snes-console.62146/ http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/possible-capacitor-problem-with-snes-console.62146/ invalid@example.com (user112) user112
However, with two games which were included I have problems:

Indycar feat Nigel Mansell and Shaq Fu.

Indycar hangs after...

Possible capacitor problem with SNES console?]]> 6 Sun, 03 Jul 2016 22:25:30 +0000 http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/psx-desr-7000-troubleshooting-no-xmb-request-for-suggestions.59240/ http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/psx-desr-7000-troubleshooting-no-xmb-request-for-suggestions.59240/ invalid@example.com (plasticrelic) plasticrelic
Normal booting it shows blue PSX splash screen for 3 seconds, goes black screen then stops outputting video in 24 seconds.

Boots FMCB 1.94 splash screen for about 20 seconds. Then screen changes with a flash of something on screen with mostly a black background then goes full black screen. Then screen flashes (like the video signal is changing) in about 12 to 17 second intervals. Video signal appears...

PSX DESR-7000 troubleshooting, no XMB, request for suggestions]]> 12 Sun, 03 Jul 2016 15:53:07 +0000 http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/help-gizmondo-wont-load.62170/ http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/help-gizmondo-wont-load.62170/ invalid@example.com (wazzal) wazzal
I recently acquired two brand new system only Gizmondo's which were described as working unused overstock. And they do look new cosmetically, as if they have never been used before just as the seller stated. I assembled a battery following an online guide posted by 'FR4NK5T3R' some years ago and I also have a power supply of the proper rating (6V DC, 600mA, positive inner polarity). The devices both power on, however they will not load past the spinning Gizmondo logo.
I have tried...

Help, Gizmondo won't load]]> 4 Fri, 01 Jul 2016 07:26:05 +0000 http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/sony-psx-desr-5100-bootup.62078/ http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/sony-psx-desr-5100-bootup.62078/ invalid@example.com (iStreet) iStreet How can i change my bootup? Since i live in the Netherlands, the TV channel option wont work. But when i start the system up, it will automatically show that analog tv snow,(With the XMB menu in front) because nothing is connected. Is there a way to change that with just the still blue PSX screen? Some kind of adjustment in the menus??
Thanks!]]> 6 Fri, 01 Jul 2016 00:46:29 +0000 http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/help-sega-saturn-no-video.61757/ http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/help-sega-saturn-no-video.61757/ invalid@example.com (Shinigami) Shinigami 11 Fri, 01 Jul 2016 00:44:55 +0000 http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/brand-new-super-nintendo-with-video-problem.61640/ http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/brand-new-super-nintendo-with-video-problem.61640/ invalid@example.com (Texian) Texian
Brand New Super Nintendo With Video Problem]]> 13 Thu, 30 Jun 2016 15:54:33 +0000 http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/m82-restoration.62143/ http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/m82-restoration.62143/ invalid@example.com (Pandatron420) Pandatron420
M82 restoration]]> 3 Thu, 30 Jun 2016 08:58:09 +0000 http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/is-my-laptop-hdd-dead.62123/ http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/is-my-laptop-hdd-dead.62123/ invalid@example.com (s8n) s8n

i have taken some screenshots , am i correct the second HDD is gone ?............i am covered by a warranty , i plan to get a partial refund and buy a new HDD.


chat soon


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Is my Laptop HDD dead ?]]> 10 Wed, 29 Jun 2016 15:39:32 +0000 http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/sega-genesis-2-black-screen.62037/ http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/sega-genesis-2-black-screen.62037/ invalid@example.com (kioku25) kioku25
Could one of the contacts inside the mini din av port have corroded? I didn't notice anything when I gave the pcb a quick once...

Sega Genesis 2 Black Screen]]> 8 Wed, 29 Jun 2016 14:12:48 +0000 http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/master-system-converter-power-base-converter-buzzing-noise.62121/ http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/master-system-converter-power-base-converter-buzzing-noise.62121/ invalid@example.com (Kaeser) Kaeser
This buzzing noise is not present when playing Mega Drive or Mega CD games, only Master System games through the Master System Converter.

Any clues about what might be causing it? My first thought is that it might be a power supply issue, as I'm using an aftermarket adapter (9 volts, 1000ma).]]> 2 Mon, 27 Jun 2016 22:36:30 +0000 http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/snes-cartridge-storage.61893/ http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/snes-cartridge-storage.61893/ invalid@example.com (Cobble) Cobble
I'm looking for a decent solution for long term storage of SNES cartridges. My collection is large but my house is not, so if they aren't in use, my games live in storage bins. For my NES games I use these and they fit perfectly.

http://www.containerstore.com/s/large-media-box/d?q=media box&productId=10028031

I've heard that cassette tape storage containers will work for Genesis and N64 though I've not tried it yet. What I haven't found is a good storage solution...

SNES cartridge storage]]> 9 Mon, 27 Jun 2016 19:19:27 +0000 http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/pok%C3%A9mon-crystal-bad-sram-chip.61794/ http://assemblergames.com/l/threads/pok%C3%A9mon-crystal-bad-sram-chip.61794/ invalid@example.com (brirec) brirec I bought a lot of Game Boy games on eBay, and ended up with an extra copy of Pokémon Crystal. However, this extra copy had its SRAM battery repaired by a monkey. By which I mean the battery tabs had been pried off the original battery, and then soldered directly to the sides of a watch battery.

Backwards. The polarity wasn't even right.

And that's where I assume the problem lies. I removed the monkey battery and soldered in a solder tab CR2025 like you're supposed to, plugged...

Pokémon Crystal bad SRAM chip?]]> 8