How to Update the Retro-Bit Prism HDMI Adapter's Firmware

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[@danielcervera8010]

Hello, watching your video was very interesting learning about this new device for the game cube looks good, in your honest opinion is the prism better than the eon mk2 adapter for GameCube?

[@retrobear9367]

I've been trying to find a broken orange GC to do a shell swap. Even those aren't cheap. Was going to do the same with the Yellow Game Gear. Ended up buying a shell and buttons and just made a replica.

[@RoXolid]

Hold on to your hats because the prices on everything are just going to get more and more expensive as time goes on. 10% inflation for the win!

[@LifeWithMatthew]

Any ideas what updates this firmware release addressed?

[@RoXolid]

Uhhh, I showed this on-screen: This latest update includes the following: * Changes were made to the audio subsystem to reduce the chance of timing failures during synthesis * Improved compatibility with some Samsung TVs * Fixed video info codes of 16:9 modes * Prevents excessive screen blanking during menu transitions in some games (e.g. Eternal Darkness) * Added 486-to-480 cropping for GBI

[@LifeWithMatthew]

@@RoXolid how on earth did I miss this???

[@RoXolid]

@@LifeWithMatthew Turdistani education?

[@Myatheequestrian]

Any idea how i can get the app to recognise my Prism? Windows installs drivers but it wont have it..

[@patrickmatthews10]

I'm having the same problem. Data cable and all

[@Myatheequestrian]

@@patrickmatthews10 you know what solved it for me pal? Totally different computer. Tried it on my daughters laptop and bingo it worked.

[@TimDavis77]

Do you think this is worth selling a Carby to get?

[@RoXolid]

Nah, no need to convert. At this point the firmware is more about fine tuning than sweeping changes

[@TimDavis77]

@@RoXolid ahh I figured as much. Thankfully my Carby shipped with the 2.0 firmware so I don’t need to use a JTAG programmer and can just update it vial a .dol file in Swiss using GC Loader.

[@danielcervera8010]

Hello again, you helped me out in the past with finding HDMI solution for the wii, I am joyed this video, so which is actually better this prism or the Game cube eon MK 2. Please let me know!!!

[@RoXolid]

They're virtually identical for video output, the Eon gives you the KZbin to get component video using Wii cables vs the Uber expensive GameCube cables

[@danielcervera8010]

So the prism hdmi plug an play is identical in every way to the eon hdmi mk2 plug and play!!!

[@pokepress]

While the F-Zero graphics are impressive, they tend not to survive KZbin compression very well. You can increase the bitrate of the file you upload to help slightly, but some freeze-frames or slow-motion would probably get the clarity across better.

[@RoXolid]

I think it's less the YT side of things and more the Shadowcast...

[@TravirusTheKing]

F-Zero GX on of the many games I wish would get a HD remaster.

[@RoXolid]

Or just a new F Zero!

[@TravirusTheKing]

@@RoXolid the makers say want bring a new feature before they are even thinking of a new game. But in the meantime we could be enjoying a remaster of a great game on the let's say the switch.

[@jessejones1783]

Hi where would you recommend I should buy GameCube games from since I own a GameCube and which GameCube controller do you recommend I should use

[@RoXolid]

Hang tight for the new Retro Fighters controllers, they should be coming early next year. If you can't wait, then go with the OG Wavebird For games, it depends where you're at. Conventions and swap meets will have the best selections, but even keep an eye on Facebook marketplace

[@jessejones1783]

@@RoXolid well there aren't any swap meets or conventions in Idaho because I am from Idaho

[@rogelioregalado2032]

Can you update the firmware update on a Chromebook I don't have a pc

[@RoXolid]

I honestly don't know, I don't think so

[@GamerDan89]

Does this work for Carby Version 2 as well?

[@RoXolid]

No, that update process is quite different.

[@GamerDan89]

@@RoXolid Hmm, but the interface of both adapters look quite similar 🤔

[@RoXolid]

@@GamerDan89 The Carby, to the best of my knowledge, has to be opened and uses either a Micro SD or JTAG connector to connect and update the dongle. This has the USB-C which is plug & play

[@GamerDan89]

@@RoXolid ah okay that makes sense. Do you know if the Carby without update has same issues like your adapter in tze first place?

[@RoXolid]

@@GamerDan89 Not sure what build of GC Video that comes loaded with. And depending on when your unit was produced you may have a different build too.

[@StevoSupremo]

Mine just came in today! Plugged it up and I am getting no audio whatsoever. Tried it on several different televisions and monitors. Also it would only output 480i to everything and I could never get 480p. If anyone has any solutions that would be great!

[@guntertollhausen7731]

I only get audio if it is plugged into an mCable classic. And the signal drops at every cutscene/resolution change. Kinda sucks…..

[@Owazrim]

Rogue Squadron 2 still hold up and is one of my favorite games for the System. The GC is probably my Favorite Nintendo console so maybe it is due an upgrade to the video quality.

[@michaeldemers2716]

One of my favorites. Just got sick of buying bad disks and had to start running everything off from the Gameboy player style SD2SP2 and a Gecko with the Action Replay. I know you don't like running things off from a SD card but sometimes you need to if your expensive games have running problems because of scratches and worse little holes in the Data. Don't forget you can make Japanese systems English by soldering R6 under the heat sink. I use a hairdryer to loosen things up.

[@RoXolid]

My orange system was Region modded for a short time, but I undid it. And if you own the physical games I have no issues running backups, but I will never support downloading and running ROMS

[@michaeldemers2716]

I went the Rad2X route.

[@RoXolid]

That's a great option

[@frankbizzoco1954]

I am holding on to my Carby, because like you said they're great devices. I do wish there was an easy way to upgrade the firmware. I have a HDMI to component adapter cable, and plug it into my Retrotink 5x. It seems like overkill, but the result is pretty amazing. Especially on a game like Rogue Squadron. I'm surprised there aren't more 3rd party component cables for the gamecube. Its a great system that has gained much popularity over the years. Its also just about the only use I have found for the Mclassic. Total overkill lol.

[@RoXolid]

Yeah, if you have one of the other devices there's no "need" to switch, this is more for those who don't have anything yet

[@michaeldemers2716]

Sega is on its way back to the top. Sega is coming soon. Be on the look out.

[@RoXolid]

We'll see!

[@OGSERB]

i just got one from Amazon today. No video, no audio. Plugged into the pc with a usb c cable, red light comes on, windows doesnt see it. I thought maybe the cable was the issue, so i got my PS5 controller charger cable, also usb c. That got the prism recognized by windows, was able to update to 3.1, but still no video or audio. Theres also a sound coming from the inside of this thing when you shake it. I got a replacement coming from amazon. Hopefully it actually works. This thing also feels really cheap. Based on that alone i wouldnt buy it again. A friend has the Kaico gc video adapter. Should have got that one. Definitely not like their controllers.

[@RoXolid]

I would never recommend a Kaico product. They have a horrible reputation in the community, and outright copied another manufacturer's product (including typos on their website). My Prism has worked flawlessly since I got it, manufacturing flukes can happen, but if you have any further issues reach out to Retro-bit directly

[@OGSERB]

@@RoXolid Be that as it may, in this instance, having experienced the Kaico, ugly silver body and all, running solid. We'll see how my replacement goes.

[@RoXolid]

Has nothing to do with their design, more about their lack of integrity.

[@OGSERB]

@@RoXolid i feel you. So much rebranded stuff out there. At least they gave Ikorb credit and a thank you for the creation and contiued support. I get it though.

[@RoXolid]

It's not rebranded. They got caught stealing The RetroTink 2x

[@roninstormYT]

yet the game cube games was the easy too pirate there so many sites where you can download them that plan failed for nintendo ha ha ha

[@RoXolid]

I guess