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Started by Arjak, 06/25/2009, 03:18 PM

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Arjak

Today, I tried to start up my Duo RX and it wouldn't work! :cry:

I have reason to believe it might be the power supply. I was twisting the cord around the plug box for storage in a way that twists the place where the cord connects to the plug. I also wasn't using a voltage adapter.

Can anyone send me a new one? I promise I'll treat it better! [-o<
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NecroPhile

If you don't have a hard-on for an original adapter, you can nab an aftermarket adapter from Amazon or RadioShack.
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BlackandBlue

Are you sure that the TV is on the right input?  Just asking cause I went through this already.  I freaked out since there was a HU in it, but nothing "worked".  Forgot that the light is for disc access and the TV was on the wrong input (my gameroom (aka basement) needs a bit of an overhaul that is starting this weekend for easier use).

Quote from: guest on 06/25/2009, 04:16 PMIf you don't have a hard-on for an original adapter, you can nab an aftermarket adapter from Amazon or RadioShack.
I must say NecroPhile, I love your sense of humor.  I think I have laughed at almost all of your posts.
Another douche trying to obtain a full Turbo collection.  119/146 so far.  Got a long way to go. Half way there. Hit the 100 mark. ich bein ein obeyer

Arkhan Asylum

#3
I second Black and Blues's comment.  I did the same thing.  Check all your inputs, and put a CD in and press run to see if the disc does stuff

But if it really r dead, Radioshack has a perfect adapter for 20$

http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2552560

I got one, it worked.

but then I realized my actual Duo one worked, so i went back to the store and returned it.
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BlackandBlue

Another douche trying to obtain a full Turbo collection.  119/146 so far.  Got a long way to go. Half way there. Hit the 100 mark. ich bein ein obeyer

Arkhan Asylum

Quote from: BlackandBlue on 06/26/2009, 08:57 AM
Quote from: Psycho Arkhan on 06/26/2009, 08:46 AMI second Zeon's comment. 
Zeon?   :P
oh. woops.

it was early and i was sleepy.  I saw your avatar and thought it was his face thing.

>_P
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Arjak

It definitely wasn't the TV setting; I checked several times. I also tested the socket I was using; It worked.

No, it's definitely something related to my system. I hope it's just the power supply... [-o<
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Arjak

So I got my new power supply and guess what?

My system still doesn't work! #-o

What should I check next?
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NecroPhile

Quote from: Arjak on 07/01/2009, 04:14 PMWhat should I check next?
Did you make sure the wall outlet has power (seriously)?  Are you operating the power switch correctly (not seriously).  Crack that sucker open and check the fuse.
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Arjak

Through the use of (Dad's) process of elimination, I have discovered a new clue.

When I tried a CD game, I forgot to press Run! I have just tried starting up a CD game, this time remembering to do so, and the "Busy" light came on!

Furthermore, my Dad found that something is wrong with the audio/video cable.

I believe the problem may be the cord connecting to the TV. Can anyone tell me where I can get a new one? :)
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NecroPhile

Quote from: Arjak on 07/01/2009, 09:52 PMI believe the problem may be the cord connecting to the TV. Can anyone tell me where I can get a new one? :)
Check with fellow member pcenginesales; I believe she builds custom A/V cables.  First though, make certain that the cable is bad and not the socket.  The ports sometimes get a bit wonky over time but are easily fixed with a little soldering.
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Arkhan Asylum

Quote from: Arjak on 07/01/2009, 09:52 PMThrough the use of (Dad's) process of elimination, I have discovered a new clue.

When I tried a CD game, I forgot to press Run! I have just tried starting up a CD game, this time remembering to do so, and the "Busy" light came on!

Furthermore, my Dad found that something is wrong with the audio/video cable.

I believe the problem may be the cord connecting to the TV. Can anyone tell me where I can get a new one? :)
that damn busy light is a nuisance!  When AV doesnt work and you flip the switch and get no light you immediately think OH NO ITS DEAD.

I think you're the 3rd person (including me) to have that happen.



Whats the scoop? Did you ever get a new cable.?
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Arjak

I went to pcenginesales' online store and bought a new A/V cable for my Duo RX and, just for fun, my Sega Genesis. Hopefully they will come soon.

I was still using an RF box for my Genesis, so this should be interesting.

Anyway, they had BETTER come soon, considering that right before I found out my Duo wasn't working, I ordered a bunch of games for it! Had to tell the seller what was going on, and that he'd have to wait on his feedback. :oops:
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Arkhan Asylum

Quote from: Arjak on 07/10/2009, 01:25 PMI went to pcenginesales' online store and bought a new A/V cable for my Duo RX and, just for fun, my Sega Genesis. Hopefully they will come soon.

I was still using an RF box for my Genesis, so this should be interesting.

Anyway, they had BETTER come soon, considering that right before I found out my Duo wasn't working, I ordered a bunch of games for it! Had to tell the seller what was going on, and that he'd have to wait on his feedback. :oops:
lol ouch.


hmm I use RF on my genny.  Does the genny 1 even have AV out ?  Id love to get me a cable for that.
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Arjak

Quote from: guest on 07/10/2009, 01:30 PMhmm I use RF on my genny.  Does the genny 1 even have AV out ?  Id love to get me a cable for that.
You're in luck...

http://www.retro-accessories.co.uk/

Go buy yourself that cable, Arkhan! For Great Justice!
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Arkhan Asylum

hey! neat!

i need to get that!

damn!
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Arjak

Guess what? My A/V cable came today, but now I've got an even more disturbing problem.

None of my HuCards work.

So, I open up my system and guess what I find?

A bunch of the wires for my region mod have come loose.

AAAARRRRRGGGGGGGHHHHHH!!! HULK SMASH! :evil:
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