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Sony PlayStation 1 Modchip Installation Success on SCPH-9002

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

What a mess! But I guess that’s just the way I like it. :) After all those earlier attempts at programming and installing a PlayStation modchip, I’ve finally got MultiMode3 (MM3) running in the SCPH-9002. Hooray! I’d originally been trying to use a PIC12C508A, but eventually switched over to a... Continue reading

PIC12F629 Blinking LED Test and McCain Pizza Pockets

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

Not sure why my GQ-4X is reporting configuration failure when programming PIC12F629s for PS1 modchips, but I programmed one with a little LED-blinking test without issues. That shows this test worked; it doesn’t establish why the modchip programming failed. The PIC12F629 is Flash-based and reprogrammable, which is handy for mistakes.... Continue reading

McRetro & Friends: Making Cupcakes (Version 2.0)

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

CUPCAKES! They worked! Never believe the hype! After the rather unfortunate results from version 1.0, SuperNick (Nick) and I decided it was time to revisit the recipe and see whether we could make something that didn’t taste like an omelette. Good news, everybody. We actually managed it! The biggest changes... Continue reading

Subscribe Today! (Version 2.0)

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

Welcome to the RetroJunkie YouTube channel with your host Nix McRetro! Feel free to browse the selection of videos previously uploaded, there’s plenty! See you in the latest video! This trailer is preserved as part of the channel’s history. McRetro channel links can be found on the Channels page. Channel... Continue reading

Two Faulty Sega Saturn Sophia Development Kits: Initial Assessment

Nix McRetro // 24th November 2013 // Categories: 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. Unfortunately, neither of... Continue reading