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Title: The correct method to connect a SuperGrafx to the Super CD-ROM2?
Post by: Black Tiger on September 08, 2015, 02:30:35 PM
So I finally got a Super CD-ROM and before I try running a SuperGrafx on it, I want to make sure that I have the power supplied correctly.

The little cable which runs from the CD-ROM to a CoreGrafx doesn't fit. Do I need to hook the SGX power supply directly to it AND use the SCD power supply separately, like some kind of 32X setup?
Title: Re: The correct method to connect a SuperGrafx to the Super CD-ROM2?
Post by: SamIAm on September 08, 2015, 02:34:14 PM
Yep. Connecting each system with a unique adapter works just fine. :)

Although Bonknuts said that he was able to splice together a custom cable to go from the Super CD-ROM to the Supergrafx, and that also worked fine, apparently.

Have fun!
Title: Re: The correct method to connect a SuperGrafx to the Super CD-ROM2?
Post by: elmer on September 08, 2015, 02:51:08 PM
Quote from: SamIAm on September 08, 2015, 02:34:14 PM
Yep. Connecting each system with a unique adapter works just fine. :)

Although Bonknuts said that he was able to splice together a custom cable to go from the Super CD-ROM to the Supergrafx, and that also worked fine, apparently.

Have fun!


Yep, you can buy SuperCD->SuperGrafx power cables from GameDoctorHK

http://www.ebay.com/itm/PC-Engine-Super-CD-Rom2-DC-Connecting-cable-Pc-Engine-Super-Grafx-console-/121727331525?hash=item1c5783acc5

Or there's an adapter plug that will convert the existing cable to fit in the SuperGrafx.

Or you can just use 2 power supplies.

Welcome to the SuperGrafx/SuperCDROM club!   :D
Title: Re: The correct method to connect a SuperGrafx to the Super CD-ROM2?
Post by: Black Tiger on September 08, 2015, 02:54:06 PM
Just came to post this after reading Sam's response:

http://gamedoctorhk.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=72_21_123&products_id=1139

Thanks guys. :)
Title: Re: The correct method to connect a SuperGrafx to the Super CD-ROM2?
Post by: csgx1 on September 08, 2015, 03:33:58 PM
Quote from: elmer on September 08, 2015, 02:51:08 PM
Or there's an adapter plug that will convert the existing cable to fit in the SuperGrafx.

That adapter was discussed here not too long ago...

http://www.pcenginefx.com/forums/index.php?topic=19255.0
Title: Re: The correct method to connect a SuperGrafx to the Super CD-ROM2?
Post by: ultrageranium on September 09, 2015, 02:20:39 AM
Quote from: csgx1 on September 08, 2015, 03:33:58 PM
Quote from: elmer on September 08, 2015, 02:51:08 PM
Or there's an adapter plug that will convert the existing cable to fit in the SuperGrafx.

That adapter was discussed here not too long ago...

http://www.pcenginefx.com/forums/index.php?topic=19255.0


Yes, it works great. Been meaning to post pic in the other thread... might do one day. It was a great suggestion.
Title: Re: The correct method to connect a SuperGrafx to the Super CD-ROM2?
Post by: Bonknuts on September 09, 2015, 04:29:27 AM
What are the volt/amp rating of the power supplies you guys are running for the single input SGX+SCD combo? The SGX is already a bit higher than the base system (extra chips), so I when with a 1.2amp AC adapter. Also, I just made my own plug.
Title: Re: The correct method to connect a SuperGrafx to the Super CD-ROM2?
Post by: thesteve on September 09, 2015, 05:12:26 AM
my only concern with it is the SCDR2 has a regulator in it for the PCE power, that will run hotter with more load
Title: Re: The correct method to connect a SuperGrafx to the Super CD-ROM2?
Post by: Bloufo on September 09, 2015, 05:32:28 AM
Quote from: Black Tiger on September 08, 2015, 02:54:06 PM
Just came to post this after reading Sam's response:

http://gamedoctorhk.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=72_21_123&products_id=1139

Thanks guys. :)


RetroGameCave used to sell these. Pity that guy doesn't stock much of anything nowadays.
Title: Re: The correct method to connect a SuperGrafx to the Super CD-ROM2?
Post by: Joe Redifer on September 09, 2015, 10:24:17 AM
I always wondered why the Sega CD and 32X didn't just handle it this way.