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Main => Consoles => Topic started by: shess on March 20, 2012, 01:16:17 pm
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I've got a Model 1 Genesis with "High Definition Graphics" around the bezel and the s-video mod. It was working fine after the mod and then I let it sit around for a couple months. When I went back to it, it would power up, but nothing came on the screen. I cleaned the cartridge (multiple games), then tried putting alcohol liberally on the contacts and inserting/reinserting it a bunch in the console. I also tried the credit card+400grit sandpaper trick followed by more alcohol cleaning and it still won't work. I'd rather not have to mod another Genesis so what else can I check on this one?
Scott
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Stop sanding the contacts to start with. I only ever cleaned my slot once and I was young and stupid then. IIRC, the contacts are self wiping so unless you stored your Gennie in absolute filth, they'll be OK.
I would move into checking the mod you've done. A bad solder or broken wire could cause your problem.
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yeah uh I dunno where the 400 grit came in but that's probably the problem as it more then likely damaged a few traces guy :cheers:
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When I searched for all the ways to clean the slot I came across this, http://www.ifixit.com/Guide/Cleaning-the-Game-Port/3771/1 (http://www.ifixit.com/Guide/Cleaning-the-Game-Port/3771/1) , among others. I'll check out my s-video mod and see if anything broke.