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Got the region-modded genesis 2 in today.  Console is in great condition! Many thanks!

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So many Bruce Campbells.

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http://www.ebay.com/sch/justtakethemeatbridge/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_from=&_ipg=&_trksid=p3686

Man, who does this guy think he is? Trying to sell these repros on ebay for $100.

[Console Repair/Mod Center / Re: Duo-R/RX Hucard slot cover dimensions or Spare slot cover from dead system?]

I think the best way would be a picture with a rule for scale.  I think I could eventually mock a model directly from that keeping the scale.  It probably will be a while before I get around to attempting to print one though because I have a PhD qualifying exam I am preparing to take in a couple of months.

Thanks for taking the time to make the measurements though.

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Pm'd!

[Console Repair/Mod Center / Re: Duo-R/RX Hucard slot cover dimensions or Spare slot cover from dead system?]

Still looking for dimensions to 3d print one or looking to pay for an extra cover slot.

[Buy/Sell/Trade / Re: RAFFLE: Violent Soldier]

Count me in

[Buy/Sell/Trade / Re: FS/FT PCE Super System Card V3.0]

Item is on hold.

[Buy/Sell/Trade / FS/FT PCE Super System Card V3.0 [SOLD]]

Hi everyone,

I recently purchased a Duo-RX and this Super System Card came packaged in the deal.  I have no use for it, so the item is up for grabs.  Since the forum users here have been so helpful in getting my system up and running, I will only make the item available on this forum.  

Item is in great condition and is tested working.  See link for photos http://www.flickr.com/photos/79587636@N04/

I am open to trades or $30/obo shipped.

[Console Repair/Mod Center / Duo-R/RX Hucard slot cover dimensions or Spare slot cover from dead system?]

Hey guys, I have a nice looking Duo-RX machine, Keith Courage has seen it in person.  However, the system is missing the card slot cover.  

I am interested in either acquiring one, but more interested in 3d printing a copy.  The only thing is, I do not have the dimensions of the actual cover.  I have access to three 3d printers at UCSF, so printing one shouldn't be an option as long as I can recreate it in CAD.

[Console Repair/Mod Center / Re: Just bought a PC engine duo rx, not reading cds [need support]]

Thanks to Keith Courage the system is fully back up and running.  Now onwards to acquiring some great cd based games.

[Console Repair/Mod Center / Re: Just bought a PC engine duo rx, not reading cds [need support]]

Got the DUO-RX going again. The middle spindle for the motor had been pushed down too far and also the 3 plastic poles that hold the lens assembly in place had fallen apart. It's a nice looking system by the way. The casing doesn't look faded at all.  Too bad it is missing the hu card cover 

Yeah, I am a little sad about the missing hucard cover.  I have access to a 3d printer, so I could design a replacement piece, but I would need to know the dimensions etc.  There is also a system for parts available in San Francisco, so I may pick it up for the hucard slot cover. 

Thanks again everyone!

[Console Repair/Mod Center / Re: Just bought a PC engine duo rx, not reading cds [need support]]

no prob.
i have new lasers tested and ready to go

Thanks for the offer, but Keith Courage got to me first.

[Console Repair/Mod Center / Re: Just bought a PC engine duo rx, not reading cds [need support]]

That little piece just looks like part of the casing....

I'd guess like thesteve said, you've either got a bum laser (pretty common actually) or one that's WAY out of adjustment.  If someone got in there and didnt know what they were doing, they could mess it up pretty bad.

Are you wanting to try and fix it yourself?  OR send it off to someone to have it done?

If I had more time I would try to fix it myself, but I am a full-time PhD student at UCSF in a biophysics program, so I don't have a to of spare time.  Keith Courage has offered his services, so I am planning on taking him up on the offer.  I am in San Francisco.  Like I mentioned previously, the seller I bought the system from is willing to pay for repairs up to $200. 

Everyone has been so helpful.

[Console Repair/Mod Center / Re: Just bought a PC engine duo rx, but need a bin/cue file set to test cd drive]

Here is a clearer shot of the laser (red light) on with the system top removed.  The system definitely has been worked on in the past because the security screws were replaced.

[Console Repair/Mod Center / Re: Just bought a PC engine duo rx, but need a bin/cue file set to test cd drive]

There was also a rattling sound inside the system, but I found it to be this broken tiny plastic piece (screwdriver for scale).

[Console Repair/Mod Center / Re: Just bought a PC engine duo rx, but need a bin/cue file set to test cd drive]

Here is a video of the laser in action when I press run with the lid propped.

Hope this helps.

[Console Repair/Mod Center / Re: Just bought a PC engine duo rx, but need a bin/cue file set to test cd drive]

I tried BlueBMW's method, here is what happens when I cycle the laser.  Red laser turns on, bobs up and down, moves a hair to the right, bobs some more, and then moves a hair left.  The laser remains near the spindle the whole time it is not near the center.

I still have not had a chance to "nudge" the laser.

[Console Repair/Mod Center / Re: Just bought a PC engine duo rx, but need a bin/cue file set to test cd drive]

Just cleaned the lens using a q-tip and some 2-propanol 100% lab grade.  Still not reading an audio cd.

[Console Repair/Mod Center / Re: Just bought a PC engine duo rx, but need a bin/cue file set to test cd drive]

try cleaning the lens

Thanks steve, I will try this later today with 100% isopropanol.  The system was used 3 years ago to play Rondo of Blood, and apparently worked then.  The seller is willing to pay up to $200 repair costs for me, since the item had been listed as fully functioning.  So if it is more complicated I may be looking for someone to help me out.

[Console Repair/Mod Center / Re: Just bought a PC engine duo rx, but need a bin/cue file set to test cd drive]

Just makes some noises and gives please set disc! error message.  I bought the system off ebay, and the system was listed as functioning as originally intended.  Just makes a loud whirring noise.

[Console Repair/Mod Center / Just bought a PC engine duo rx, not reading cds [need support]]

Hi I am relatively new to this forum and just purchased a pc engine duo rx off of ebay.  Sadly the system has not been used in 3 years, so i do not know if the cd rom drive functions.  Is there an easy way that i could get a bin/cue file set to test my sytem's functionality?

Thanks!

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