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NEC TG-16/TE/TurboDuo => TG-16/TE/TurboDuo Discussion => Topic started by: T2KFreeker on August 05, 2006, 03:48:01 PM
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Okay, just wanting to know what you guys think. I hane one coming my way and according to the owner, when you power it on with or with out a disc in, all it does is display a brownish/yellowish screen. What could be causing this do you think. I would say it is the Hu Card pins being dirty, but would that interfere with the operation of the CD ROM drive? Just wanted to get opinions form you guys, if you know.
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I have no idea dude, I'm sure someone around here does though. :wink:
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I have no idea dude, I'm sure someone around here does though. :wink:
Yeah, that's what I am hoping for . . .
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Okay, just wanting to know what you guys think. I hane one coming my way and according to the owner, when you power it on with or with out a disc in, all it does is display a brownish/yellowish screen. What could be causing this do you think. I would say it is the Hu Card pins being dirty, but would that interfere with the operation of the CD ROM drive? Just wanted to get opinions form you guys, if you know.
I'd check the power supply first. Then, see if boots HuCards, and...go from there...
Let us know when you get it.
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Shuit, any other suggestions here? I only ask because I am going to want to dive right into this thing. The unit gets power, but it only displays that screen, so could it just be the cables? Need new AV cables? I haven't worked on a Turbo Duo since about 1994, and then I had the repairs manual, so it has been a very long time. I would like to get it running though.
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Try a cleaning kit for the Hucard slot. You might find one on eBay. I saw one before, but I guess it was sold.
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Shuit, any other suggestions here? I only ask because I am going to want to dive right into this thing. The unit gets power, but it only displays that screen, so could it just be the cables? Need new AV cables? I haven't worked on a Turbo Duo since about 1994, and then I had the repairs manual, so it has been a very long time. I would like to get it running though.
Well, the power supply thing is pretty important. A lot of original NEC power supplies are dead now, and often the substitutes people are using lack. A Turbo Duo, I think, uses a 10v, 1000mA power supply. If the mA rating doesn't stack up, wierd things can happen. With Duos the video output will dim whenever the CD accesses, and I can imagine getting the exact problem you describe. I once plugged a 300ma PS into a Duo R, and it wouldn't even start up. It showed some sort of static screen, possiblly the very yellow/brown screen you are describing here, I can't remember.
I bought a great PS from Radio Shack. Its kind of pricey, IMO, but its 9V 1500mA...and that's actually pretty hard to find nowdays because modern devices consume so much less power. I don't know if they have a good 10v one like that there though.
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Try a cleaning kit for the Hucard slot. You might find one on eBay. I saw one before, but I guess it was sold.
That's not going to matter. You can rip the HuCard slot right out of a Duo, and it should still boot up to the "Super CDROM System" screen.
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Maybe there is something wrong with the Duo-R internally. Why do people buy busted Duo-Rs? It's such a hassle.
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Maybe there is something wrong with the Duo-R internally. Why do people buy busted Duo-Rs? It's such a hassle.
He didn't buy a Duo R, he bought a Turbo Duo.
I recently bought a busted Duo R. Now its not busted. I saved probably $50.
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If the guy selling it told that there was something wrong with the system powering up, I wouldn't get it because then I would have to waste time looking for the problem. If it was $50, I understand, but if he sold it for more than that, then I wouldn't get it. I would rather pay more for a Turbo Duo that works than less for one that doesn't unless for parts. I also have a Turbo Duo by the way. I like the logo better than the PC-Engine Duo and because with a converter I could play Japanese games. I hope you find your problem. Good luck!
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If the guy selling it told that there was something wrong with the system powering up, I wouldn't get it because then I would have to waste time looking for the problem. If it was $50, I understand, but if he sold it for more than that, then I wouldn't get it. I would rather pay more for a Turbo Duo that works than less for one that doesn't unless for parts. I also have a Turbo Duo by the way. I like the logo better than the PC-Engine Duo and because with a converter I could play Japanese games. I hope you find your problem. Good luck!
Actually, I didn't pay anything for this system, it was a freebie. :wink: I have a turbo Grafx 16 with the CD ROM and the system 3 card, I just alweays wanted a duo, that's all.
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Does the CD itself spin when the unit is powered on?
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If the guy selling it told that there was something wrong with the system powering up, I wouldn't get it because then I would have to waste time looking for the problem.
Well I guess if you have infinate cash, then that's totally cool. Like most people in this world though I've been on a budget my whole life, and always will be. In this situation I've found it to be very helpful to be the guy who actually know knows how shit works, and can sometimes fix things (games, or other things)
I got my Core Grafx for free, and it took literally 10 minutes to fix it. I got my Duo R for $60, and it was just as easy to get working.
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Well if it's a freebie, then there is nothing to lose.
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Does the CD itself spin when the unit is powered on?
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Don't know yet. I am hoping that it shows up in the mail today. It was sent priority, so it should be here now! :evil: I hate the post office damnit!
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Hmm, the post office strikes again, still didn't get here! :roll:
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Hey all, I figured out what was wrong with the system, the latch for the CD ROM didn't latch properly, that's it. Cool news is I have a perfectly good Turbo Duo now, crazy man, totally crazy! :D
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haha. The guy who gave it to you didn't even know the problem was that small. How did you fix it? Couldn't you fix it by always locking the disc tray? Well, I always lock it when I play a game and when I leave my system alone.
By the way how much is a good price for a Turbo Duo that works fine, but isn't in the best condition. I already have one, but I was just wondering because I wanted to showcase the system in my college and I don't want to use my nice one.
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Hmm, that's a good one to ask. What is the condition overall? Is the Card door still attached? Scuffed/Scratched? Cracks? I would actually need a pretty good description orpics to even begin to estimate it. Oh, and basically, the door latch hinge inside of the DUO was really dirty, and that is why it wouldn't close all the way. Easy fix, and when I worked at Gamedude, you'd be suprised what problems you get when machines are supposedly "Broken". Example: we used to get Atari Jaguar units constantly that were "Broken" because they wouldn't turn on. We'd pop a cart in and they'd come right to life. It would appear that people would try to test the units without carts in them just to see if they worked. The Jaguar has a failsafe mechanism within that keeps the Jaguar from turning on without a cart inserted. The sad thing is that we actually bought broken machines at salvage for repair parts, you wouldn't believe how many Jaguar units we got that actually worked, very sad.
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I was wondering about a price for a Turbo Duo that works with all the accessories needed to play and that everything is not broken off. I already have one. I was just wondering. I was thinking about maybe one day get another one as a travel system that I could bring to showcase games or just bring on a bumpy trip. I don't want my nice one being beaten up. Anyway I'm not into buying another one since I already have two. One I use and the other I don't. The reason I don't use the other you ask? Because it's sealed. On Ebay there is one that says it's new for $649.99. I got mine sealed for much less and with the bundled games. People have to watch out for this on ebay. I wouldn't sell my sealed one because I am keeping one sealed for historical reasons. It's a gem I tell you. I think I am the only resident in my town with a Turbo Duo, let alone two. it would be great if there were more so we could have Bomberman Tournaments. Buying 5 controllers at once is not on my list. I want to get more games.
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I was wondering about a price for a Turbo Duo that works with all the accessories needed to play and that everything is not broken off. I already have one. I was just wondering. I was thinking about maybe one day get another one as a travel system that I could bring to showcase games or just bring on a bumpy trip. I don't want my nice one being beaten up. Anyway I'm not into buying another one since I already have two. One I use and the other I don't. The reason I don't use the other you ask? Because it's sealed. On Ebay there is one that says it's new for $649.99. I got mine sealed for much less and with the bundled games. People have to watch out for this on ebay. I wouldn't sell my sealed one because I am keeping one sealed for historical reasons. It's a gem I tell you. I think I am the only resident in my town with a Turbo Duo, let alone two. it would be great if there were more so we could have Bomberman Tournaments. Buying 5 controllers at once is not on my list. I want to get more games.
It's cool that you are keeping yours sealed, but it's a good thing it ain't here at my house cos that bad bear would be opened, it's just the nature of the beast for me. If I own it, I open it and play with it! :wink:
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I have two of them. One is opened and the other is sealed. Do you think I would not play the turbo Duo? It's like having a women in my room. I just can not resist and have to play with it.
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All I can say is that this is about the best deal I have ever gotten when it comes to Video Games. I have always wanted a Turbo Duo, and I finally have one to go with the rest of the collection. Now all I'm waiting for is the Turbo Express to show up! Should be very soon!
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How much di you get the Turbo Express for? Did that guy give it to you for free. Maybe he said that it doesn't power up. Then you put the batteries in and it works. ha ha.
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How much di you get the Turbo Express for? Did that guy give it to you for free. Maybe he said that it doesn't power up. Then you put the batteries in and it works. ha ha.
I wish, but I actually did pa for the Turbo Express, which should be showing up today, actually, or so I hope at least. 8)
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wow you guys do sound like you know a shit load about PCE stuff. I've been having a hell of a time with my TG16 Cd-rom, and I can't help feel its somthing really simple...
If anyone oh you guys could take a look at my post, titled "Problem with my TG16 CD", I would be forever in your debt.
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wow you guys do sound like you know a shit load about PCE stuff. I've been having a hell of a time with my TG16 Cd-rom, and I can't help feel its somthing really simple...
If anyone oh you guys could take a look at my post, titled "Problem with my TG16 CD", I would be forever in your debt.
I did and left you a response as well, also, check your fuses, sometimes that really does make all the difference. I will be getting a copy of the old repair manual here soon. Once I get it, if you can't fix i by then, I will try trouble shooting the book, yeah?
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that would be really awsome. i do remember your post but havent found the fuses yet, i'll keep looking.