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NEC TG-16/TE/TurboDuo => TG/PCE Repair/Mod Discussion => Topic started by: Mathius on April 03, 2011, 06:34:16 AM

Title: Flaky TG-16 controller port
Post by: Mathius on April 03, 2011, 06:34:16 AM
I have a brand new controller and extension cable and sometimes button I stops functioning for unknown reasons. I am assuming that it is the controller port. Is there any repair options to remedy this? I'd hate to buy a new Turbo Grafx.
Title: Re: Flaky TG-16 controller port
Post by: BlueBMW on April 03, 2011, 06:43:20 AM
I have a brand new controller and extension cable and sometimes button I stops functioning for unknown reasons. I am assuming that it is the controller port. Is there any repair options to remedy this? I'd hate to buy a new Turbo Grafx.

I've seen controller ports wear out before, or develop cracks in their solder joints.  Sometimes its just a matter of replacing the port or reflowing the solder joints on the port.
Title: Re: Flaky TG-16 controller port
Post by: Mathius on April 03, 2011, 07:12:29 AM
I'd much rather send it off. My TG and me have been through a lot together. :)

I didn't notice any problems until MGC. I'll blame that guy who tore through Double Dragon II twice!  :mrgreen:
Title: Re: Flaky TG-16 controller port
Post by: BlueBMW on April 03, 2011, 07:52:59 AM
I'd much rather send it off. My TG and me have been through a lot together. :)

I didn't notice any problems until MGC. I'll blame that guy who tore through Double Dragon II twice!  :mrgreen:

I'm a tad backed up on repairs right now, but I'm sure we could squeeze you in somehow :P
Title: Re: Flaky TG-16 controller port
Post by: Mathius on April 03, 2011, 12:18:42 PM
I'd much rather send it off. My TG and me have been through a lot together. :)

I didn't notice any problems until MGC. I'll blame that guy who tore through Double Dragon II twice!  :mrgreen:

I'm a tad backed up on repairs right now, but I'm sure we could squeeze you in somehow :P

Dude, I have no doubt that you are backed up! :) I will get with you when I am ready to ship it out. Whenever that may be.
Title: Re: Flaky TG-16 controller port
Post by: BlueBMW on April 03, 2011, 12:24:17 PM
Well if it helps, that Supergrafx will be shipping out tomorrow, so at least you can obey some while your unit is away getting fixed up. :P
Title: Re: Flaky TG-16 controller port
Post by: Mathius on April 03, 2011, 03:20:51 PM
Well if it helps, that Supergrafx will be shipping out tomorrow, so at least you can obey some while your unit is away getting fixed up. :P

Sweet! :D Damn Saint!...Damn. Saint. :D