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NEC TG-16/TE/TurboDuo => TG/PCE Repair/Mod Discussion => Topic started by: meka on August 12, 2012, 10:18:02 AM
Title: PC Engine extension cable
Post by: meka on August 12, 2012, 10:18:02 AM
I typed in "pc engine extension cable" but nothing came up so while I was searching for a pc engine extension cable I found one for $18.99: http://www.ebay.com/itm/TURBODUO-PC-ENGINE-CONTROLLER-cable-extension-6ft-1-8m-/170831125900?pt=Video_Games_Accessories&hash=item27c6541d8c
I found another one that looks the same but is $1.84: http://www.monoprice.com/products/product.asp?c_id=102&cp_id=10215&cs_id=1021501&p_id=534&seq=1&format=2
Has anyone bought one from Monoprice and do they work, I''m pretty sure they would as PC Engine controller connectors are standard 8-pin mini-DIN adapters.
Title: Re: PC Engine extension cable
Post by: meka on August 12, 2012, 10:32:50 AM
I checked to see how much shipping would be to Australia, and S&H Cost is $36.38, I guess that's out of the question.
Title: Re: PC Engine extension cable
Post by: Duo_R on August 12, 2012, 11:51:38 AM
Monoprice work great
Title: Re: PC Engine extension cable
Post by: meka on August 12, 2012, 12:12:59 PM
Thanks for letting me know, I contacted them and the shipping price is set.
Title: Re: PC Engine extension cable
Post by: DragonmasterDan on August 12, 2012, 12:47:31 PM
I've had a slight problem with a monoprice cable and an avenue 3 pad that works fine when plugged directly into the system but not into the monoprice cable. Beyond that they're great.
Title: Re: PC Engine extension cable
Post by: esteban on August 12, 2012, 03:14:25 PM
I've had a slight problem with a monoprice cable and an avenue 3 pad that works fine when plugged directly into the system but not into the monoprice cable. Beyond that they're great.
Interesting.
I have used the monoprice cable (well, I don't know if they always source items from the same place) with standard and 3-button PCE controllers. No problems to report, meka.
I bought the monoprice cable years ago, though. I'm assuming they simply have tons of old stock and you'll get the same item.
Title: Re: PC Engine extension cable
Post by: Kaijuboy on August 12, 2012, 08:00:52 PM
Whoa! :shock: Thanks a lot for the info in this thread! :clap: Was about to pay significantly more than what monoprice is selling them for. Order placed! :dance:
Title: Re: PC Engine extension cable
Post by: meka on August 13, 2012, 12:24:15 AM
Whoa! :shock: Thanks a lot for the info in this thread! :clap: Was about to pay significantly more than what monoprice is selling them for. Order placed! :dance:
Where were you going to get it from, the reason I ask is as I'm not getting one from Monoprice because they want to charge me almost $40 to ship a cable and I need one, might get one from retrogamecave but the cable is 12 foot, which I think is a bit too long.
Title: Re: PC Engine extension cable
Post by: Drakon on August 13, 2012, 01:04:18 AM
I havn't been posting in here because I feel like an idiot for buying the ebay versions instead of the monoprice ones. Oh well, live and learn.
Title: Re: PC Engine extension cable
Post by: Kaijuboy on August 13, 2012, 07:43:26 PM
Whoa! :shock: Thanks a lot for the info in this thread! :clap: Was about to pay significantly more than what monoprice is selling them for. Order placed! :dance:
Where were you going to get it from, the reason I ask is as I'm not getting one from Monoprice because they want to charge me almost $40 to ship a cable and I need one, might get one from retrogamecave but the cable is 12 foot, which I think is a bit too long.
From retrogamecave as well. I dont know why Mono is charging you $40 for shipping to australia. :shock:
Heck, if you want me to. I'll gladly buy/ship a set for you. I can send it priority for only $10-15.
Title: Re: PC Engine extension cable
Post by: meka on August 13, 2012, 08:18:41 PM
Whoa! :shock: Thanks a lot for the info in this thread! :clap: Was about to pay significantly more than what monoprice is selling them for. Order placed! :dance:
Where were you going to get it from, the reason I ask is as I'm not getting one from Monoprice because they want to charge me almost $40 to ship a cable and I need one, might get one from retrogamecave but the cable is 12 foot, which I think is a bit too long.
From retrogamecave as well. I dont know why Mono is charging you $40 for shipping to australia. :shock:
Heck, if you want me to. I'll gladly buy/ship a set for you. I can send it priority for only $10-15.
I managed to pick one up from a local computer store, thanks Kaijuboy for offering.