Sega Dreamcast PixelFX Retro GEM Installation Service

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Capacitor Replacement

Controller Port Fuse and Battery

Add Region Free BIOS?

New Thermal Pads?

Add Noctua Fan?

Ultrasonic Cleaning

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This is a send-in installation service for the Sega Dreamcast PixelFX Retro GEM. Dreamcast Retro GEM is NOT included with this service and must be provided by the customer.

Installation Service Includes -

Installation of Dreamcast Retro GEM

Installation of DC Retro GEM flex and associated wiring
Removal of Serial Port/AV Port/HDMI port cutout
Updating Dreamcast Retro GEM firmware to latest release
Console tested to ensure proper functionality

Console Cleaning

Exterior wipedown
Internal cleaning, removing any loose dust/dirt

This does not include removal of tough stains or caked on substances (ultrasonic cleaning is available for deep cleaning).

Additional Services Offered -

Electrolytic Capacitor Replacement

Over time, electrolytic capacitors lose their ability to perform as intended. This can have varying effects on performance (none good). The electrolyte, paper and aluminum foil in the capacitor degrade physically and chemically over time. Aging capacitors can cause a wide range of issues and in extreme cases can leak electrolytic fluid onto the PCB (again, not good).

GDROM Drive Recap

This option replaces the capacitors in the Dreamcast GDROM Drive.

If your GDROM drive is having issues reading discs, 90% of the time a recap can fix it!

Power Supply Recap

This option replaces the capacitors on the Dreamcast Power Supply.

Motherboard Recap

This option replaces the capacitors on the Dreamcast motherboard.

Motherboard/Power Supply Recap

This option replaces the capacitors on the Dreamcast motherboard.

Complete Recap

This option replaces all electrolytic capacitors on the motherboard, power supply and GDROM drive.

Power LED Replacement

This service replaces the original Dreamcast power LED with 1:1 replacement in your choice of color.

Blue
Red
Green
White
Pink
RGB (Slow Cycle)

Thermal Pad Replacement

Thermal pads are an intermediary that improves heat transfer between two surfaces (in this case, the heatsink and chip). Thermal pads can break down over time due to aging and heat cycling, which can reduce their ability to transfer heat effectively. This service replaces the old and worn out thermal pads with new high conductivity PC quality pads.

Region Free BIOS

This option replaces the original region locked Dreamcast BIOS with one that is region free! Region free BIOS come in a couple different flavors depending on the build you are going for. 1.31 has better compatibility with the GDEMU, whereas the 1.32 adds a sub-menu to the option that allows you to change a number of settings normally not available like the ability to change the boot animation color. Either option can come programmed with the retail boot animation or developer kit 3D boot animation.

Noctua Fan

The Sega Dreamcast is known for is rather loud fan. While it works well, the noise can be annoying to some. This option will replace the original fan with an almost silent Noctua fan and includes associated 3D printed parts (door latch/fan mount) in your choice of color!

Socketed ML2032 Battery

The Dreamcast uses a rechargeable battery for keeping time/date settings. This battery can die if not allowed to recharge regularly. This is a common fault in many Sega Dreamcast that have been shelved for years. When the battery dies, the console will force you to set the time and date every time you unplug the console (super annoying!). This option removes the original soldered in battery and replaces it with a socket, so swapping batteries no longer requires soldering. New battery included!

Ultrasonic Cleaning

With this service, your console will be ultrasonic cleaned. Ultrasonic cleaning removes even the most stubborn dust and dirt that a hand cleaning just cant reach.

Ultrasonic Clean Housing

Ultrasonic cleaning of console housing pieces
Ultrasonic cleaning of fan
Ultrasonic cleaning of controller ports

Ultrasonic Clean Motherboard

Ultrasonic cleaning of motherboard
Ultrasonic cleaning of shielding/heatsink

Ultrasonic Clean Everything

Ultrasonic cleaning of console housing
Ultrasonic cleaning of shielding
Ultrasonic cleaning of fan
Ultrasonic cleaning of controller ports
Ultrasonic cleaning of motherboard
New Thermal pads

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!

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5.0

benw3206

Skilled technical service and communication. Excellent work on a delicate and expensive upgrade. Would do business again, A+

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Reviewed by: benw3206 from MN on 1/14/2023

Sega Dreamcast PixelFX Retro GEM Installation Service

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