Basics:
- The OEM Dreamcast power supply is
a combined 110v/240v AC to DC converter.
This is quite inefficient and noisy, which can manifest in a “fuzzy”
video signal.
- Also, plugging in a UK 240v
supply to a 110v Japanese Dreamcast can cause damage to the Dreamcast.
What the robot_retro Dreamcast
Power Board Offers:
- Powered from a 15v or 20v Power
Delivery USBC charger (e.g. Ankur, Dell, uGreen, etc.). Most 30W charger USBC will work (they have to
be able to output 15v/20v). I recommend
the uGreen Nexode mini 30W as this both excellent quality and value.
- Tested to be between 90 and 95%
efficient across all loads.
- Low signal noise and heat.
- Drop in solution. No soldering, wires or complicated install
required.
- No flashing LEDS, perfect for
clear shells.
- Works perfectly with GDEmu.
- Works with all Dreamcast models
(PAL, Japanese, etc) and removes the risk of accidentally plugging in 240V into
a 110V system and causing damage.
- Overvoltage, over temperature and
fused supply.
- 3D printed spacer.
- Other colours can be printed from
the files here:
https://www.printables.com/model/748998-dreamcast-usbc-3d-printed-spacer
Installation:
See link for tutorial and review:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G9iqdUs6OB4&ab_channel=JoeBleeps
- Unscrew the four bottom Dreamcast
- screws as shown in the photo.
- Remove the top lid and then
remove the two power board screws (see photos).
- Fit the robot_retro board in exactly the same way as the OEM power board was removed.
- Fit 3D printer USBC spacer.
- Button up the console.