DCHDMI Install from start to finish.

[@grenadiadrian]

I bought the DCHDMI and had it installed. I then added a GDEMU and booted it up. All I can say is: Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

[@yeezy-zeezun3985]

Where can i buy kit?

[@berni0]

I agree totally. GREAT ITEMS ! DREAMCAST 4 EVER !! DREAMCAST NEVER DIES !!!

[@vincentp98]

@@yeezy-zeezun3985 just in case you didn't find where to buy it... www.bitfunx.com/product/dchdmi-kit-for-sega-dreamcast/

Who did you have it installed? I rather pay someone that know what they are doing :)

[@RN25899]

Tutorial is still good! Installed my DCHDMI successfully - NICE WORK! 👍 DO NOT ATTEMPT THE INSTALLATION IF YOU DON'T HAVE A GOOD SOLDERING IRON AND FLUX!!

[@shanebeaudoin8882]

This is like watching This Old House, but way cooler... I cant even solder. Nice work!

[@NytronX]

30:45 - This part glosses over the fact you have to make sure that both flex cable IC cables here are lined up, not just the middle one he is talking about. If you solder down that second middle flex cable IC connector and the third/last one doesn't line up, it's game over because that third/last/smallest one has NO give to it at all. Aligning that third/last flex connector should probably be done second because the middle one DOES have give.

[@ridgecamden6273]

instaBlaster...

[@BringerOdeath77]

I did the install on a customers DC and it's pretty awesome, I may have to do this to mine soon!

[@DJAlexUnderBase]

As always. A bless to watch on your moves ! Peace & best !

[@kukujin21]

That crash sound at 19:40 to 19:45...Sounds is perfect.

[@tropglopdiste]

Fantastic mod & great tutorial. I had never modded anything but managed the installation thanks to this detailed tutorial. Kudos !

[@troymeredith521]

Bad idea as my 2nd soldering work in past year and...2nd since I was a kid? lol. Already bought the kit, so it doesn't matter; gonna give it a shot and hope it all works. This is a great video which I will reference like a thousand times by the time I'm done.

[@prophetedubaroque5136]

Did it work for you? I'm also tempted by the dhcdmi and like the idea of putting it together myself but i'm zn extra noob when it comes to soldering.

[@troymeredith521]

@@prophetedubaroque5136 Not yet. Working towards it by doing other (more noob-friendly) soldering like practicing on broken electronics to solder and desolder stuff. I’m in the middle of replacing an Atari Lynx screen. Starting to feel confident. NESRGB will be next. After that, I will try my hands on the DC Digital. Hoping the gradual increase in difficulty and experience will help deal with that tiny monster.

[@troymeredith521]

@@prophetedubaroque5136 Wow, my response was only 3 months ago? Dang. I just installed the DC Digital last night and it was a breeze, but only because of my prior MOD experience since between that time. The pins really are tiny but still manageable under a magnifying glass. iPhone helps out a lot too as you can zoom in to verify bridges.

[@GrumpyOB1]

That kit is a thing of engineering beauty 😳👍

[@Mod_In_France]

Really fantastic work...

[@vice86]

Was about to buy a DCHDMI....and then I saw this install video. THere goes that lol.

[@RobBob555]

why ? its not very complicated .

[@GreenSwede]

@@RobBob555 For people not used to soldering, it is.

[@RobBob555]

@@GreenSwede then GET used to soldering!!

[@user-yk1cw8im4h]

​@@GreenSwede it's easy as fuck bruh

[@anthonyterry8162]

It really doesn't look that bad at all

[@domls1317]

Awesome video. Just one thing I was taught when removing the top case is to open the lid so you wont break the switch on the back that detects when lid is open or closed.

[@philbee90]

Installed mine using this guide, working good so far, thank you.

[@philbee90]

One thing i did notice was when i connected the opt pad to my usb gdrom my dreamcast would freeze on boot on the dreamcast logo. Have you seen this before? Once i removed the wire it worked fine again.

[@philbee90]

Ok, my bad, i hadn't changed the opt setting to usb-gdrom, all working now. Also, anyone who has a usbgdrom, there is a new firmware update that disables the timer brick. You all should update. 3do-renovation.ru/USB-GDROM_Controller.htm

[@performancemodchips]

Great vid mate, your voice sounds exactly like James Hetfield from Metallica was soothing to watch :D

[@JasonMeeks79]

Just waiting for these to be back in stock to order one.

[@dallase1]

What's up with this Step 9 - USB-GDROM & GDEMU Wire hookup & Setup If you are hooking up the optional wire follow these steps, otherwise skip to step 10. Turn the console on and login into the terminal (See "Advanced Connection to the ESP" in the settings page. Change the "Option wire" from LED to either GDEMU or USB-GDROM Make sure the console is off and unplugged (Pull power supply). GDEMU - Solder wire as shown in pictures.

[@jayscott5510]

What kind of flux do you use? That went beautifully

[@ΙερώνυμοςΚόρακας]

Alright....I love working with my hands and building things, and taking things apart, and fixing things.....and after watching this, I'm convinced that I DEFINITELY want to spend the $200 to buy an already-modded console, on ebay.

[@Fattydeposit]

Another magnificent contribution to the community

[@PSIRockinOmega]

Is this kit being produced anymore? I see a few sites sell it with their own brand box but I don't know what I'm looking at there.

[@Semiantomatic]

Wow this was detailed. Thanks!

[@mvc2arg]

Impressive! Thanks! This is pretty helpful, now it's not that hard if you have the equipment.

[@cyrollan]

you sir, are a genius.

[@josebamartinezdeaguillo2188]

Hello fantastic video. This mod allows you to see the aspect at 16:9? Thank you

[@user-xp4sl7bi9w]

can you still use the original output with this mod?

[@madnesshero4675]

One small warning for the install, the test pad for the reset circuit is just a tiny solder blob and if ur not careful it can wick onto your iron tip leaving a dryhole that's nearly impossible to replace

[@citrus3000psi]

Its a copper pad, that has solder applied during the stencil process. Your pad lifted. Too much heat or not enough flux can cause this.

[@madnesshero4675]

citrus3000psi It was kinda funny when it happened it just sucked up on the tip as soon as I touched it, it happened so fast I was speechless. The test pad has a very small amount of solder on it which probably made it draw up on the tip easier, I looked for a pad but never found it but managed to improvise, just wanted to add the warning for other fellow novices, I've never had a pad come up like that before with so little "effort"

[@citrus3000psi]

@@madnesshero4675 Yeah perhaps here was some type of other issue from factory with the copper adhesion on your board. The resistor right next to can be used as well as an reset point as well.

[@throwawayshill4718]

Exact same thing just happened to me. not sure what to do now

[@rsreston]

Genius dude makes amazing HDMI mod for the masses - uses same color for three different wires in tutorial.

[@citrus3000psi]

Check the written docs, the video is only here as extra.

[@jarod3371]

I bought one preinstalled. How easy or hard will it be for me to transfer into a new shell? Can I lift the board and DCHDMI board out together?

[@retrom8442]

Great video, very helpful and well presented.

[@Maylu169]

Those tweezers you use at 29:50 What kind are those? Been trying to look for a set of them for a good while now with no luck

[@scikoolaid]

they seem to be basically a blunted Eyelash Extension Tweezer of some sort.

[@justinthomas2458]

Woo hoo! Just finished my install! Thanks for making this walkthrough, it made this install a lot clearer. Couple questions about the written guide compared to the video. 1.video shows wiring for reset, etc. but not in written? 2. Written shows different mount location (top of heat sheild) for wifi ant if using gdemu. Is there a difference since we're supposed to disconnect the gdemu before updating anyway? I thought doing the smd recap was difficult but man that ribbon cable is tiny!

[@citrus3000psi]

The written docs should be your guide. The video only as an extra tool. The written guide explains the optional wire for both the GDEMU and USB-GDROM? Top of heat shield is new the mount for the wifi antenna. You can likely leave your GDEMU in place during upgrading with this antenna location.

[@Exitsing]

40:48 I messed up the test point, now there is a huge giantic Black Hole in it :( IC206 ) Is there an alternative test point or do i need another mainbord now, please help...

[@Rickyrick423]

Same here 😩. Can’t for the life of me get more solder to stick there

[@Exitsing]

@@Rickyrick423that black hole caused a damaged mainboard, combined with lack soldering skills. Bought 2nd dreamcast (parts only from ebay), and still dont know if thats also working, why? The psu was also damaged by short circuiting. Unlycky me, ordered also now a 2nd psu. No dchdmi for me anymore. Ordered Kaico vga to hdmi box and also a mClassic video enhancher. And still cant test it, why mclassic still on the way due the covid19 outbreak, and still no pico psu delivered. Man man man. Unlucky me and 300 euro waisted money till now.. still ticking

[@Rickyrick423]

Chriz helped me out on twitter. Hope this helps. twitter.com/chriz2600/status/1290592360259256321?s=21.

[@aaronthomas9016]

What would cause video to come and go?

[@dallase1]

I had my Dreamcast DCHDMI modded by Stone Age Gamer and I only see 2 screws at the back of the Dreamcast Where the DCHDMI is installed and not that hole where screw you said will poke through the sticker. Does this mean they did it the way that is likely to cause problems or damage to the HDMI Port, DCHDMI or that capacitor? I ask because my DCHDMI modded Dreamcast will get a no video when it goes to load a Game if I'm using the GDROM or when it tries to go to the M.O.D.E menu when I use the MODE and will also sometimes reboot as if something is shorting or maybe the ribbon cable soldered to the Video and Audio Chips are disconcerting or shorting out ? Maybe because they used that hole by where you said the screw hole will hit capacitor and did not move the capacitor so over time it cause damage to the capacitor or the DCHDMI board? I have no soldering skills at all so I can't try to check it out and fix it if needed or risk remove the RF Shield to see if that capacitor is touching the screw in the screw hole. I don't want to risk damaging the DCHDMI board or the ribbon cable that is attached to the Video and Audio Chips. I now have a over $800 paper weight unless I can find someone who can check it out and possibly fix it if it does not cost too much.

[@vajskidsconsoles2005]

I know this is basically an abandoned project now... tho I wish things like this would be fully polished before Devs move onto new projects. I connected a fresh Genuine install (ordered 2020 from customer and sent to me for installation) everything fine. all hearts. games working. audio good. I think, hey.. I'll do him a favour before I pack for dispatch .. let's update from 4.7 to 4.9. Connect to wifi and do the update... system starts and video goes all wacked out.. video cuts out. power off on and on.. no more LED activity... so now I have to butcher a serial adapter together and get this brick fixed before getting onto other people's consoles.

[@hbsnake5765]

Hi, thanks for your great job. I have done this to my DC and works good. One question is 1080P screen does not fully fit on TV, is there a way to fit or stretch it ?? thank you again!!!

[@hbsnake5765]

Answered my self.. the trick is set 960p and tv ratio to 4:3!! I understand what 1080p means in dchdmi....

[@molo-molo5103]

fun fact, the first boss in toy commander (exclusive game for Dreamcast) also its called Cyclone

[@tacoengineer6660]

Man I recently got a Dreamcast and that's the first game I got. I love it so much

[@molo-molo5103]

Kidboy A.G. oh, me too, that was my first game, and i enjoy it very much

[@gun4hire685]

Is the temp on your iron 315c or f?

[@dreamcast3607]

Where in the u.s. can you buy the DC HDMI

[@DatGameCollector]

I can't wait for this. Great work.

[@dallase1]

Why does it use a Mini HDMI and not a regular HDMI port?

[@throwawayshill4718]

@citrus3000psi my iron sucked up the copper test pad near IC206. Does anyone know which leg of the IC to solder to in order to bypass the test pad?

[@bluewaterdiggers5970]

where did you get the screwdriver!?

[@rabidduck1089]

After following this, and reading the tutorial at dansprojects, I got my DC into a 2M solder lab finally a few days ago. The HDMI output looks great, but I have NO sound coming out of the HDMI connection. The standard output port using SCART or composite is fine. I've checked and rechecked the solder points on the gull wing leads on the Yamaha chip and the ones nearby on the smaller components and for the life of me I can't figure out why I have no sound. I also have all hearts on the self-check, along with the latest firmware.

[@sirbarky]

I've done some soldering myself, mostly controller PCBs for fighting games. I don't understand how when you are soldering the IC with a flat tipped soldering iron that the leads aren't bridged together? You literally just rub and solder two leads at a time and they just magically stay separated instead of being soldered together. I've struggled with this doing fine soldering in the past. Is it mostly just using very little solder?

[@citrus3000psi]

Flux, makes the solder have surface tension so it pulls away. And yes very little solder is needed.

[@paul88khz]

What's a 3 and 32nd in normal people measurements?

[@blindfury420]

Where you get them tweezers? I need em!

[@franzeder6888]

Is the wire from the test point to RST mandatory? The moment I held the soldering iron to the testpoint to apply some solder to it, it just came off... Is there any alternative point to solder the wire to?

[@throwawayshill4718]

just happened to me. did you figure out a solution?

[@jovialvibes5962]

have done some soldering projects but never have soldered a flex cable on. I know you can use the wick to fix any unwanted bridges. do you have any tips for avoiding bridging in the first place? I could see myself bridging, then taking too much back up with the wick, rinse repeat.

[@citrus3000psi]

You can almost solder the flex on with no extra solder at all. So when you do put solder on the tip only a very very tiny amount is needed.

[@CatnipGawd]

I’m confused.. OP or other active folks: when soldering to audio or visual chips - are you merely soldering various pins or are you soldering them all? Sorry for the silly question. TIA!

[@jevansturner]

I think your text guide has incorrect drill bit sizes at the start. It says "5/32" and "3/64" -- but I think it is supposed to be "3/32" and "5/64." I have a pretty big set of drill bits, but I don't have a "3/64th inch" bit. Also the text guide doesn't say which size to use for the steps where drilling is performed.

[@citrus3000psi]

Thanks for bring this to my attention, I will update the guide. The drill bits should 3/32 & 5/32 The larger drill bit goes into the drill block guide and is a perfect with the holes. The smaller drill bit is for drilling the m2 screws that mount the DCHDMI.

[@jevansturner]

@@citrus3000psi Thanks!

[@RobBob555]

cant seem to find any for sale, no one has any stock.

[@NoName-en4op]

Just get it from Citrus' shop when they are in stock. Check the Twitter for updates.

[@james194zt]

Quick question, what size is your soldering iron tip? and what temperature are you setting it to?

[@digital_zero1698]

I'm not sure on his tip size, but he's working at 315c.

[@edgardot02]

bro what are the wire sixe (awg) are you using since it seems that cable doesnt come with the dchdmi

[@citrus3000psi]

30 awg.

[@t1mmyd1zzle]

Did you put flux on the wick before removing excess from the bridge points?

[@edgardot02]

what did you use to hold the spare flex ? was something likeba tweezer but looks cool, how can I find that tool?

[@danphillips5123]

This guy is wicked smart!

[@billyserocki]

Hey everyone, I seem to be out of 30 awg wire for the reset wiring. Would I be able to use 20 awg instead or should I hold off until I am able to find some 30 awg?

[@BMR86]

I tried this mod myself and I was not succesful, full disclosure, I am new to this hobby and my only experience was installing a modchip on a PS1 before trying this, from that to this, the jump in skill is ridiculous to recount the damage i've done: I've trashed 2 flex cables up to now I've trashed the video chip on my console because of a bad flex cable install, a poor connection caused a shortcircuit and made a crater between two pads on one side of the video chip I removed the video chip now with my hot air station to assess the damage, and during the removal, I screwed up more and ended up lifting several pads off the PCB now my dreamcast mobo is REALLY REALLY screwed, will go back in to try and repair the missing pads but I've been told it's done for I've been told that it is not worth the time to repair all those pads I lifted and that I should just get a disposable mobo and practice there before going back into this it's been an expensive attempt but I wanted to give it a try anyway so yes, please contain yourself from doing this mod if you have never soldered a flex cable before, it is extremely challenging, everything from the temperature of the solder tip, to the type of tip, to the alignment of the flex cable, it's just so many little things that once one goes out of control you are screwed.

[@douglasw7261]

BRAVO! BRAVO!!!

[@thebigs14]

How do you hook it up if you have a gdmu instead of an optical drive?

[@w33va]

Hi, got a problem with the screen fuzziness. Test/info shows pins 09 10 11 with an X.. to clarify, is that a problem with my soldering? The pins referring to the chip pins?

[@w33va]

Answering myself for reference: opened the DC and re-flowed the solder around the smaller Sega chip. Retested and it worked perfectly, crisp color and picture.

[@RetroSalesAustralia]

Where do I run the OPT reset wire to exactly on the USBGDROM? I think you mean the switch, but I am unsure. Thanks. Great video and board by the way!

[@citrus3000psi]

Checkout the written directions. This is exactly explained on what to do dansprojects.com/dchdmi_install.html

[@phillipstearns7258]

ok, nice guide. but were do i get the kit at? ive searched amazon and ebay and google, cant seem to find it.

[@chriz2600]

shop.dansprojects.com/dchdmi-pre-order.html

[@joshuaandrews9042]

How come no one ever uses a dermal drill instead of a file and snippers?🤔

[@velocityrapture7047]

It's out of stock at dansprojects.com😥, do you know when they'll be in stock again?

[@one100billNEOONE]

HELP! Awesome product and just finished installing mine. Looks gorgeous but for some reason I am not able to get sound working. Not on the Dreamcast menu nor any of the games. I am using a USB-GDRom by the way. Sound was working perfect before the mod using the HDMI Akura box. Any help will be greatly appreciated. Oh and I bought it from the official website. Thanks

[@citrus3000psi]

one100bill NEOONE its your flex cable install. Check your points on the sound chip

[@one100billNEOONE]

citrus3000psi Yes sir. I had 2 points bridged as your picture indicated. Thank you so much. It sounds and looks phenomenal. Just need to learn on how to update it and learn the settings. Woo hoo!

[@antalus]

hey citrus, I was able to install it with no big issues but the video has some artifacting and color changes. What should I do? Thank you! I’m going to try to check the connection on the video dac but would like to know if there is any other thing I should watch out for.

[@citrus3000psi]

Is there artifacts on the OSD when its pulled up or only on the incoming video video? I'd recheck the flex if its only the incoming video feed.

[@InitialXG]

So I’m about to get GDEMU. Will that be compatible with the DC HDMI board?

[@citrus3000psi]

Yes, no problems.

[@InitialXG]

citrus3000psi sorry. I meant to say a clone GDEMU. Will that work? I hope so

[@StephanieHua]

Should be fine clone or not. The only problem is that GDEmu will require some kind of EMI protection. USB-GDRom uses the shielding from the actual GD-Rom so its perfect from the get go.

[@InitialXG]

Chi Wai Tran sorry. Not very knowledgeable when it comes to soldering. What’s EMI protection?

[@kevjones5055]

@@InitialXG EMI probably stands for electro magnetic interference.

[@Tsaier]

If I have a mod installed to play imports, would that conflict with the DCHDMI?

[@datimir7301]

Why do I have to update the firmware (witch advantages)? And can my dchdmi not be working anymore after the firmware update?

[@ricardofranco7419]

Would you be able to play non vga games with this? Also how often do you restock? It’s sold out right now

[@jevansturner]

The text version of your install guide says: "If you are using a GDEMU ... you will need to bridge the antenna. ... these devices emit a high EMI and ... Bridging the signal reduces the EMI effects. You can use a piece of a wire to help you bridge the antenna, but the wire must be covered up with solder." I'm confused. Where should the wire connect?

[@citrus3000psi]

In the install instructions there is a close up picture of the antenna that is bridged. The GAP is far apart so some people may have trouble filling in with solder. Simply put a piece of wire between this gap and fill in with solder.

[@mikebusenberg5384]

Does the OSD button combination only work in controller A? Somehow I managed to break controller port A. All others work but I can’t bring up OSD. I get audio and video over HDMI just fine though

[@chriz2600]

It's possible to connect DCHDMI to a different controller port, by soldering to a different resistor pair: dc.i74.de/controller.png

[@mikebusenberg5384]

chriz2600 good to know. Thanks for responding so quickly. I think I found my issue though, so hopefully I can get all controller ports working again

[@LUCAS1459]

@@mikebusenberg5384 hello I am facing the same problem. No OSD, controller port A not working. How did you solve this problem?

[@nextlvlroy]

Anybody do any services nowadays for this? I usually do stupid small mistakes on accident, and there's no way I could ever pull this off if I gave it a shot.

[@theuop2511]

Can anyone link to that clear solder flux he used?

[@cyrilletellier1672]

Thank you for tour help ;)

[@InitialXG]

If you’re using a USB gdrom, u have to turn on that switch. But do you need to flip on the switch if you’re using GDEMU?

[@citrus3000psi]

The switch is both optional for both GDEMU and USB-GDROM.

[@snickersvickers22]

I've just installed this and tested it but get just a black screen? Access point is coming up, checked all points for continuity best i could which seems good but whats odd the GD ROM drive doesn't spin on start up like it used to. Any ideas where to start looking?

[@citrus3000psi]

Go to the very end of this page to the troubleshooting section: dansprojects.com/dchdmi_install.html

[@snickersvickers22]

@@citrus3000psi thanks for the quick reply, I have been through that list and tried all but connecting via composite (dont have one). I have tried it with the scart cable I originally had and the rf cable which still gives a black screen. Would either of those connections give the same results as trying with a composite cable?

[@citrus3000psi]

@@snickersvickers22 Yes RGB and RF can be used instead of composite. Since you have a black screen verify the GD-ROM is seated properly. And then recheck the VCLK/HSYNC/VYSYNC points on the flex for a bridge

[@snickersvickers22]

@@citrus3000psi ok I've re-soldered those points, done continuity tests all come out good but still black screen. I did read on a reddit post you can upgrade the firmware without needing the screen? I tried connecting to the access point using the password you mention in the video but comes back incorrect. Is this something to try?

[@citrus3000psi]

Michael Vickers contact me via my webstore please

[@northstarex]

What kind of soldering flux are you using? and what kind of cleaner do you use?

[@DodongoVideos]

from a replay he made: 'Kester 959T. It doesn't flow nearly as well as other paste. But it cleans up extremely easy. ' and I believe he was just using some high % iso alcohol to clean

[@InitialXG]

If you do a dc HDMI mod and gdemu, how crucial is it to upgrade the power supply?

[@reloadedrussty10]

After 3 hours of play I got random resets. Just remove the 12v rail.

[@RN25899]

Does the optional pad need to be soldered with the gdemu?? The SD card version??

[@citrus3000psi]

No, its 100% optional

[@matilija]

Out of curiosity, why not just use double sided mounting tape instead of screwing it to the board? Unless of course that's how you are grounding the board, in which case ignore me.

[@citrus3000psi]

The board needs a firm connection since the HDMI cable is being inserting. Double Sided tape might work, but I'd question its longevity.

[@matilija]

@@citrus3000psi Fair enough, just good to know it's not done for grounding purposes, so good double sided mounting tape and a 5 millimeter long tab cut into the shielding and folded up to hold the board firm against the back of the dreamcast should work, I'm thinking of ordering one when I get paid, the picture quality looks quite a bit better than any other options on the market besides emulation.

[@gorankarasic6098]

Hello @ all! 🙂 I really hope i can find some help here. A guy modded my dreamcast with the dchdmi hw2 mod from pixel fx and modded it with a bios region free chip. Now i received the console back but there are 3 problems now. 1. there is no sound output. i cant hear any sounds 2. The picture set to 1080p output seems not sharp..looks more like blurry and jaggy. its not a clean picture like from the first DCHDMI mod i have in my other dreamcast.i also noticed that the dreamcast boot up logo shows dither in certain areas...you can see a dithered dreamcast logo before it appears. 3. When you set it to 960p output , the picture is completely stretched horizontally. on my dchdmi modded dreamcast there is no horizontal stretch on the 960p mode. I used the same HDMi cable for testing. on my DCHDMI modded DC tere are not such problems...on my DCHDMI HW2 i have those problems with the same cable and the same port on the TV. the guy tells me that he tested all and it worked perfectly. does anybody have an idea whats going on?? thank you very much!

[@christians1266]

Thanks for the install guide! I installed mine yesterday and 99% it works fine, got all hearts at the info Menü und updated to the latest firmware. The only issue I habe is that I only get a video signal out to the tv if a VGA box is also connected. Do you have any ideas to fix this?

[@dariusxii602]

Hello, i need abit of advice, i installed your product perfectly, on my monitor shows my games nice and crisp, however... it has heavy static sounds. Is it possible i buggered up something?

[@stevenhoward5947]

hey citrus3000psi what's the name of the soldering iron & tweezer that u using when soldering the flex cable on the motherboard & also what's the kind of wires u use for the in game reset setup as well?

[@thebigs14]

What gauge wire did you use?

[@chucklopez2311]

Do you do installing services? Like I would love to send you my dreamcast

[@citrus3000psi]

I do not, as I get overwhelmed easily with too many request. However I will be at Too Many Games this June. I'll have a booth with around 45 pre modified dreamcasts that I have personally done.

[@blackr83]

@@citrus3000psi Will you consider shipping me one?

[@eim88]

What Flux do you use?

[@citrus3000psi]

Kester 959T. It doesn't flow nearly as well as other paste. But it cleans up extremely easy.

[@Diablokiller999]

Soldered everything (+ optional GDemu cable) and don't seem to have a bridge on the chips. Anyhow, it boots up to the date screen, but after some seconds the screen disappears and something starts to beep in my DC (sounds like a coil). Doesn't matter if I'm using GDemu or original GD drive. Ribbon cable also looks OK under microscope. I'm using the DC with a pound cable, but I don't think it comes from that 'cause it worked before the mod. Also my fan doesn't spin anymore -_- Any suggestions where to look for the problem? EDIT: OK, I broke one pin of the fan socket. Now it boots to GDEmu menu. I just have to wait for my miniHDMI to HDMI converter :D

[@sega-re-trop-vieux]

What is the temperature set that you use for soldering ( in Celsius please ;-) ?

[@citrus3000psi]

I keep my iron at around 300C sometimes a little a higher.

[@sega-re-trop-vieux]

citrus3000psi I have done the soldering but the video comes only after 15 seconds and sometimes doesn’t come. Do you have an idea ? If I change the settings from 1080 to 960, the screen goes off and no more picture ( 960 works fine on my television normally). It seems really long to get a picture and even worst just changing some displays. If I had a bad connection I shouldn’t have a picture at all.

[@citrus3000psi]

@@sega-re-trop-vieux Please send me a message through my webstore so we can better communicate.

[@theuop2511]

Is there anywhere I can connect the test point wire. Mine came right off!

[@citrus3000psi]

Trace it back to the leg of the IC its close to.

[@theuop2511]

@@citrus3000psi i got it to work i scraped it off and made the connection. i got into the menu and upgraded the firmware. after the press r to reset screen went blank. now i have no video..... i waited i turned off dc... what can i do now?

[@citrus3000psi]

@@theuop2511 Send me an email from my webstore with more details and your order number please.

[@kayele]

PHENOMONAL

[@Unregistered007]

I am not sure if citrus3000psi is reading comments here but can someone mention the Tip he is using. I was practicing on a busted board and ended up with a lot of solder on the pins.

[@citrus3000psi]

Its just a small bevel tip. The tip is not the key here. The main "trick" is how little of solder you need to put on the tip. A lot of solder will flow up from the footprint on the smd into the cable. Just barely any solder is needed.

[@F34RTEHR34PER]

I'd really like to know which screwdriver you're using their lol. Looks like a Dewalt. What model, and the attached bits, etc.

[@citrus3000psi]

Yes it a Dewalt Gyroscopic Screwdriver. I love the thing. It just takes standard bits. Nothing special.

[@F34RTEHR34PER]

@@citrus3000psi I thought that was the one, but had to ask. What is connected to it in this video? Mine are all short. :( (I also ordered the dchdmi lol).

[@citrus3000psi]

@@F34RTEHR34PER I'm using FlexTorq bits by dewalt as well.

[@F34RTEHR34PER]

@@citrus3000psi Perfect. My OLD black and decker screwdriver is on its last leg lol. Thanks for the info. I think we have the same drill already lol.

[@dannymartinez2380]

Where can I find this kit?

[@lovelifelifelove4064]

Can you play dreamcast games online using wifi

[@abey6131]

I tried this, failed 😣