The instructions for the CE version say to install the key writing wires. Reset is one of those wires. It is assumed no one is still using only decrypted sets with the CE multi.
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I'm ready to install my multi but had a couple of questions and clarifications before I started.
I plan on on using this
CPS2
As the Case is cracked. The side buttons are missing, and I have 2 working XMEN SF
Its version 3 USA with a F-Pal.
Just to clarify, the Champion edition requires no modification to the F-Pal correct?
One more I do not need to solder the jumpers to clarify?
I bought the key writing cable and was wondering what the difference was between running keys and running a decrypted romset.
Thanks again @Darksoft for creating this and I'm stoked to start using it.
I plan on on using this
As the Case is cracked. The side buttons are missing, and I have 2 working XMEN SF
Its version 3 USA with a F-Pal.
Just to clarify, the Champion edition requires no modification to the F-Pal correct?
One more I do not need to solder the jumpers to clarify?
I bought the key writing cable and was wondering what the difference was between running keys and running a decrypted romset.
Thanks again @Darksoft for creating this and I'm stoked to start using it.
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mR_CaESaR
Champion
From my experience with one install of the CE, there's no need for jumpers or modification of the pal chip. It's just a straight install.
I have no experience with the decrypted rom set unfortunately as I've always had the key writing cable installed from day 1.
I have no experience with the decrypted rom set unfortunately as I've always had the key writing cable installed from day 1.
No need to change PAL or Jumpers with the new kit.
Using a key writing wire injects the keys so it’s 1:1 the same as the original game. Decrypted has the protection removed.
If your board set doesn’t have a JST header you can solder directly to the CN header to get the keys written.
Using a key writing wire injects the keys so it’s 1:1 the same as the original game. Decrypted has the protection removed.
If your board set doesn’t have a JST header you can solder directly to the CN header to get the keys written.
I have the PCB ver: 93646B-3
I don't see a C-9 Header unfortunately. I do have a 2 pin CN8.
So where exactly would I solder which wires of the key writer?
And because I'm now soldering, Am I better off just loading a decrypted Romset?
I don't see a C-9 Header unfortunately. I do have a 2 pin CN8.
So where exactly would I solder which wires of the key writer?
And because I'm now soldering, Am I better off just loading a decrypted Romset?
I’d highly recommend getting the write wire soldered as it also performs resets for you. If you can’t, though, just be aware that after a new game is selected and loaded you will have to power-cycle for the game to boot.I have the PCB ver: 93646B-3
I don't see a C-9 Header unfortunately. I do have a 2 pin CN8.
So where exactly would I solder which wires of the key writer?
And because I'm now soldering, Am I better off just loading a decrypted Romset?
I believe you. I'm just trying to get iteration on where and why..
https://highscoresave.com/darksoft-cps2-multi-kit-champion-edition/ the install guide here has that info on the last few pages.
What do you mean by that? I don't have ANY connector other than CN9
I have my Hakko out and was gonna solder directly to the CN2
mR_CaESaR
Champion
You still need the jst nh 6 way to connect to the DS board, so you crimp your own 4 cables that are long enough go reach cn2 a29-a32
Unless you're just going to solder directly from cn2 to the multi directly which you can also do
Unless you're just going to solder directly from cn2 to the multi directly which you can also do
Oh I see. NP at all though. I’m “heatshrink rich” ATM and plan on soldering each extension and shrinking all 4 with a wide heatshrinkYou still need the jst nh 6 way to connect to the DS board, so you crimp your own 4 cables that are long enough go reach cn2 a29-a32
Unless you're just going to solder directly from cn2 to the multi directly which you can also do
Perfectly. We played it a good amount over Christmas. All Capcom roms too.
Well darn. Ill check my other XvsSF and donate the better case to this working board if it has CN6.
I really don't want to have to use my Alpha 3. I like it too much..
