A couple questions: DMG, CGB, they're all in here!

[Jewjo]

I have a few miscellaneous questions relating to various Gameboys and decided to cram them all in one thread.

1. Is there any online database of Gameboy cartridge mobos? I know there's an N64 one, but I haven't been able to find a Gameboy one and I want to see what games have really tiny mobos, like Tetris'. If such a database doesn't exist, would you guys be willing to help me start one? It would just require you to scan your carts' mobos and upload them to a site.

2. I'm toying with the idea of making a Sony DMG. What that is is PS1 buttons in a DMG. X, O = B, A; D-pad = D-pad; Start, select = Start, select. Seems simple enough, but I have a couple questions:
i. My largest hurdle here is beautifying the DMG. I've tried Krylon Fusion in the past, but it leaves such a nasty feeling in my opinion. Does anyone know any different brand that works well and leaves a nice finish? I'm looking for something not unlike the DMG's original finish. Is acrylic dye what I want?
ii. What can I do with Δ and ロ? Same question with L1/2 and R1/2. How possible and easy are turbo buttons?
iii. Any suggestions are welcome.

3. Months ago, I frontlit my CGB using an SP lighting panel, following Bibin's guide. Just recently, however, the light has started blink and waver. I charged my CGB's internal battery (3.7v Li-Po) fully over night, but the problem still persisted in the morning. Does anyone have any similar experiences, or any idea what the problem may be?

Closing statement for post goes here.

 

[J.D]

Use vinyl dye to paint.

 

[Jewjo]

Use vinyl dye to paint.

Hm, I think vinyl is what I meant when I said acrylic. Any specific brand(s) in mind?

 

[J.D]

Ask Thetris on 8bc or his blog site.

 

[Joeyjoe9876]

on the CGB the LED might just be going bad.

 

[Jewjo]

I just opened up my CGB to see if I could provide a diagnosis. I was relieved to see that the solder between the resistor and the wire came undone. Five minutes total and she's back to normal again! I was about to overclock her too while I was already performing maintenance, but I can't find my solder.

Now if anyone could answer my first question and/or maybe give me SonyDMG ideas, I'd be good to go.

 

[Pally321]

For part 2 of your 2nd question, I don't think there are usefull ways to use the extra buttons. You could cut off the top of the controller and glue it to the back of the DMG for teh lulz and to have a nice grip on the DMG.

 

[PalmerTech]

I have a few miscellaneous questions relating to various Gameboys and decided to cram them all in one thread.

1. Is there any online database of Gameboy cartridge mobos? I know there's an N64 one, but I haven't been able to find a Gameboy one and I want to see what games have really tiny mobos, like Tetris'. If such a database doesn't exist, would you guys be willing to help me start one? It would just require you to scan your carts' mobos and upload them to a site.
Most GB carts are the same size, they fill the whole cart, even if they could have been smaller. Not many exceptions.


2. I'm toying with the idea of making a Sony DMG. What that is is PS1 buttons in a DMG. X, O = B, A; D-pad = D-pad; Start, select = Start, select. Seems simple enough, but I have a couple questions:
i. My largest hurdle here is beautifying the DMG. I've tried Krylon Fusion in the past, but it leaves such a nasty feeling in my opinion. Does anyone know any different brand that works well and leaves a nice finish? I'm looking for something not unlike the DMG's original finish. Is acrylic dye what I want?
ii. What can I do with Δ and ロ? Same question with L1/2 and R1/2. How possible and easy are turbo buttons?
iii. Any suggestions are welcome.

i. Krylon feels great, you just need to let it actually cure for a few days or more. Sure, it is dry to the touch after an hour or so, but it feels odd. Let it totally dry and cure without touching it the whole time, it is great stuff.

ii. Turbo is not too hard, build a rapid fire circuit using a 555 IC. To be honest, if I were going to put in new buttons, I would use SNES buttons, would look cooler IMO (I have sorta done it, I can post pics if you want to see how it looks).

 

[Mako321]

pics...tomorrow?

 

[PalmerTech]

 

[eurddrue]

hey, that has a 3.5" screen. you showed me that picture like 1 1/2 years ago ;P

 

[Ishwhale]

Thretris openly says that he uses Krylon fusion so i dunno. The krylon x-metals leave a smooth surface i heard, like the DS lite or psp type finish, with a glossy feel.

 

[justinthursday]

The PS buttons stick up really far. It's pretty awkward.
Just go with SNES buttons or another set of stock buttons.
Cause even with the SNES buttons you have to drill the back of the buttons a little bit cause the inside that touches the rubber pads is a bit thick and the buttons will be stuck pressed down.