The correct method to connect a SuperGrafx to the Super CD-ROM2?

CrackTiger · 09/08/2015, 09:30 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?

SamIAm · 09/08/2015, 09:34 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!

elmer · 09/08/2015, 09:51 PM

Quote from: SamIAm on 09/08/2015, 09:34 PMYep. 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!

CrackTiger · 09/08/2015, 09:54 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.

csgx1 · 09/08/2015, 10:33 PM

Quote from: elmer on 09/08/2015, 09:51 PMOr 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...

https://www.pcengine-fx.com/forums/index.php?topic=19255.0

ultrageranium · 09/09/2015, 09:20 AM

Quote from: csgx1 on 09/08/2015, 10:33 PM
Quote from: elmer on 09/08/2015, 09:51 PMOr 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...

https://www.pcengine-fx.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.

TurboXray · 09/09/2015, 11:29 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.

thesteve · 09/09/2015, 12:12 PM

my only concern with it is the SCDR2 has a regulator in it for the PCE power, that will run hotter with more load

Bloufo · 09/09/2015, 12:32 PM

Quote from: guest on 09/08/2015, 09:54 PMJust 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.

Joe Redifer · 09/09/2015, 05:24 PM

I always wondered why the Sega CD and 32X didn't just handle it this way.