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Sony PlayStation 1 Modchip Installation Success on SCPH-9002

Nix McRetro // 26th November 2013 // Hacks, Sony, YouTube

What a mess! But I guess that’s just the way I like it :) We ended up moving from the PIC12C508A to the PIC12F629 as they are reflashable (great for mistakes!) and float at about the same price point. Anyway, enjoy me rambling on as we demo some games. MultiMode3... Continue reading

PIC 12F629 Blinking an LED and McCain Pizza Pockets

Nix McRetro // 25th November 2013 // Hacks, Programming, Sony

Not sure why my GQ-4X is reporting configuration failure when burning PS1 modchips (12F629s), I burn one with a little code for blinking an LED with no issues. Here’s the results of that with some 90s nostalgia and lunch thrown in. Continue reading

McRetro & Friends: Making Cupcakes (Version 2.0)

Nix McRetro // 24th November 2013 // Guides, YouTube

CUPCAKES! They worked! Never believe the hype! Makes 24 small or 12 large! :) Ingredients: - 2 cups flour - 1 cup caster sugar - 2 eggs - 1/2 cup (125mL) of milk (maybe 3/4 cup) - 1 tsp of vanilla extract - 125g of butter - Pinch of salt... Continue reading

Subscribe Today! (Version 2.0)

Nix McRetro // 24th November 2013 // News, YouTube

Welcome to the RetroJunkie YouTube Channel with your host Shane McRetro! Feel free to browse the selection of videos previously uploaded, there’s plenty! See you in the latest video! Continue reading

Faulty Sega Saturn Sophia Initial Assessment

Nix McRetro // 24th November 2013 // Devkit, Repairs, Sega

Look who I picked up on my way home today. Two sassy ladies, I like to call Sophia 2 and Sophia 3. Now there is even more to do! More on their repairs as we go! They are Sega Saturn dev kits and originated from the UK. Continue reading