Panasonic 3DO Retro GEM Installation Service

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Capacitor Replacement

Add RGB Output (Replaces S-Video Port)

Install Noctua Fan (Fan Included)

Add Socketed Battery (Battery Included)

Full-Service Cleaning

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This is a send-in installation service for the Panasonic 3DO Retro GEM from PixelFX.co.

Please note, the 3DO Retro GEM is NOT included with this service and can be purchased from one of the retailers below.

DISTRIBUTORS

PixelFX.co - Retro GEM Kit

PixelFX Retro GEM Features

Digital lag-free HDMI output up to 1440p in Shiny Edition. 720p in Basic.
Advanced scaling and video filters in Shiny Edition
Native Direct video in Basic Edition. Perfect for people who already own an external scaler.
Simple firmware update procedure via WiFi

Installation Service

Additional Services

Electrolytic Capacitor Replacement

Over time, electrolytic capacitors lose their ability to perform as intended, which can negatively affect your console’s performance. The electrolyte, paper, and aluminum foil inside the capacitor degrade both physically and chemically. Aging capacitors can cause a wide range of issues, and in extreme cases they leak corrosive electrolytic fluid onto the PCB, damaging traces, chips, and other components. This service removes the old, failing capacitors and gives your console a new lease on life with high-quality replacements.

New high quality capacitors are included with this option!

The Panasonic 3DO, like many consoles of that generation, rely on a battery for maintaining the internal save features. If this battery goes out, not only will you lose the data on the console, but normally have to desolder the battery to replace it! This service adds a socketed CR2450 (and new quality Duracell Battery), so if the battery dies many years from now, no soldering will be required to replace it.

This service adds an RGB board and 9-pin mini. RGB video is taken from the 3DO GPU, encoded, and passed to a 9-Pin Mini Din (Sega Genesis Model 2). This is perfect if you have an external scaler like RT5X or RT4K. The recommended cable for this is HD RetroVision Sega Genesis Model 2.

This service will replace your existing fan (or add one), with a new silent Noctua Fan. Featuring advanced aerodynamic design measures such as Flow Acceleration Channels and Noctua’s AAO frame, the NF-A4x10 FLX is a highly optimized, premium quality quiet fan in 40x10mm size. Smooth Commutation Drive technology and Noctua’s reference class SSO2 bearings ensure superb running smoothness and excellent long-term stability.

Full-service cleaning uses multiple specialized cleaning methods to bring your console back to tip-top shape. This isn’t a generic, one-size-fits-all cleaning service. Each component of your console is cleaned using the method best suited to that particular part. Fragile components that could be damaged by strong vibrations are gently hand-washed, while others are thoroughly cleaned using ultrasonic technology. Mechanical parts such as lasers and motors, which should not be submerged, are carefully detailed by hand. After cleaning, fans, gears, and sliding mechanisms are properly lubricated to ensure smooth, quiet, and optimal performance. Every single piece receives the individual care it deserves.

Additional Information

Once your order is received, you will be sent shipping information to send your console in for the work to be completed.

Initial shipping is the customers responsibility. Please ship your console and kit with ample packing material. Shipping paid at checkout is how your console will be shipped back to you after the work has been completed.

Please only send the console and kit to be installed. Power cables, controllers, AV cables or any other accessories that are not needed will only raise the shipping costs both ways.

If a console arrives not working, you will be contacted and notified. Most things can be fixed and arrangements can be made, but in the case of a console that is inoperable, the console will be returned, and you will be refunded minus return shipping costs.

Turnaround time is usually within 2-3 weeks, but can be longer depending on current workload or if parts need to be ordered.

Is there a specific mod you would like that is not on this listing? Send us a message! We can customize any order to your liking, and adjust the price accordingly depending on what it is. We are always happy to help and look forward to working with you on your next project!