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- The N64 is Nintendo’s first console to fully support 3D graphics and has a library of iconic games. Use on a CRT is easy and looks great, but due to it’s 15Khz analog output and early 3D graphics, getting a good experience on a modern flat-panel TV can be challenging. This video should show you everything you need to know to get started, as well as go over other accessories and tips you might need!
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00:00 Intro
01:52 Jumper Pak
03:27 Controller Pak
04:33 JP/US Cartridge Tray
05:19 ROM Carts
06:49 Controllers
08:27 CRT’s & Scalers
13:05 HDMI Mods
15:59 Smoothing
17:22 mCable
18:17 Scanlines
19:39 No-cut HDMI
20:55 Conclusion - เกม
LOL @ quarter "decade". As if the N64 was released in 2018 ;p I'm sure you all know what I meant, but it was still embarrassing. It's not a technical error though (no one's loosing money buying the wrong thing as a result), so I decided it wasn't worth re-recording, editing, rendering and uploading all over again, just for that one word. Feel free to tease about it though - I totally deserve it :)
You take the fun out of it Bob. :D
Consider yourself teased. Doubly so, since 2.5 years ago was 2019.
Quarter century sounds big. It's what I thought first before I noticed.
"Wanna feel old? The N64 was 2.5 years ago"
"The same way you might have a quarter decade ago." It's technically correct. Someone listening probably played N64 on a CRT with composite video a quarter decade ago.
If the Nintendo 64 is so great, how come there's no Nintendo 65?
oh hi shank
If the Switch is so great, why is there no Switch 2?
We know the Wii was great because they made the Wii U lol
Because it's so good there's no need for a successor
There IS the Nintendo 69.......
I've been mulling about upgrading my 64 output for about 4 years now, but there's so much mixed info out there and too many options without good comparisons that I've hesitated pulling the trigger. This video was exactly what I needed to make a confident decision, love it!
I’ve been using voultars rgb mod with the rad 2x for almost a year now thanks to your review video Bob. Couldn’t be happier with the results.
An excellent solution!
The best part about Voultar's board is it couldn't be simpler to install. Even a novice can get that thing done in about 5 minutes. Probably take you longer to disassemble the console.
I love the support that retro content creators provide each other. Also, Bob's intro is still one of the best around.
Thank you!
Holy shit Bob, excellent work! I clicked on the video thinking I already knew everything there was to know about the N64 and just wanted your take on it while I enjoy my Sunday beer. What I've been greeted with here is an N64 video that hits the exact right amount of technical detail that matches where I'm at with my RGB journey and goes above and beyond with specifics a lot of other similar videos haven't touched on.
For example, the Forever Pack, the cartridge slot replacement, what to watch for in regards to expansion packs, waiting till mid video to discuss the n64 video signals, N64 digital overview, hilarious mcable spot, more laser bear options, etc...
All done in such an upstanding way where you mention where you can buy the examples from when appropriate, and which TH-cam videos to follow to learn more. Not to mention the production quality that gets better with every episode. This is why I keep coming back. Keep it up, legendary work!!
Thank you!
I just still love these semi-translucent console designs 25 years later. Still gives me excitement.
yeah, you could almost say they're... funtastic
This video is incredible! The CRT remains king! If you want the best experience, pair your NTSC N64 with any Size JVC D Series CRT then thank me later.
ummm no,.. get a Hyperkin HDMI for it and every retro console,.. play it on a 55" LED screen ,. and then YOU thank ME later lol
@@dr.decker3623 Retro consoles were never made for HD screens
@@JohnSmith-oc2fk true but now we have the technology to give them new life into our readily available devices. Mario Party 3 in the living room with the 65 inch tv sounds like an amazing Friday night!
@xg223 hahahaha, i hope he isn't being real
Retrotink 2X mini was such a good investment. If you don't want to mod the console then it's the next best thing for your N64 output.
Can confirm, it's a great investment!
Excellent video, Bob! I'm sure I will be sharing this with many many many of my friends over the years when I am trying to get them back into retro.
I'm glad there's now a more in-depth video on this subject. I got caught up with hardware and mods when I got back into retro gaming and ended up with a lot of expensive boxes and circuit boards that didn't work with my setup. I've since moved on to emulation exclusively, and I have sold most of the upscalers and consoles to make back some of the money I had spent, but a video like this probably would have saved me a lot of time, tears, and money.
the only thing that won't work on new setups are the lightguns,.. ... if you couldn't setup your consoles you did something wrong lol
Bob! You are a wonderful addition to the retro gaming community. Nice in depth review. You’ve outdone yourself again. Hero! Greetings from The Netherlands.
Thank you!
This video was excellent, hoping more n64 digitals come in stock soon, I've been checking back every so often. That really does seem like it could be my forever mod. I have an n64 with an RGB mod right now, but taking away the 64's inherent blur looks really good.
Great video, great info , and I appreciate all the links in the description
Superb! I'm so glad you covered the N64.
About the mClassic, I know there are varying opinions about it but I use it to upscale all my 480p signals because capture cards and gaming monitors don't play well with 480p. I use it with my RetroTink 2x Pro and EON GCHD MK-II to get a 1080p signal into my PC. (I found this solution before the RetroTink 5x, and the OSSC always seemed to advanced for me.)
What a refreshing intro, also a great video in general as always
Extremely informative. I learned some new things. Thank you for posting this.
I appreciate your easy going presentation. You avoid weird super hyped emotions/voices. You have earned my sub. Great video.
Holy crap, awesome vid as always Bob!
Recently got back into the N64 after buying a CRT on the cheap and digging out my old Jungle Green system out of storage.. (Sadly, my original black one with the Expansion Pak is long gone.) Also in the box were 4 original controllers, a memory card that needed a battery swap, and of course a few games including No Mercy, Ocarina of Time, Super Smash Bros., and Mario Tennis. I'm planning to pick up a few more (authentic!) games soon and I just bought an s-video cable and a Forever Pak 64 to avoid losing save files. Love it!
What a fantastic video, I very much enjoyed watching this!
Thanks!
"Shimmering!" fucking love it.
What do you mean?
Great video! I personally run S Video to a CRT, but those HDMI solutions look pretty sweet. I'm also a proud owner of an Everdrive 64 5x.
I use a wired Retro Fighters Brawler 64 as my main controller, but I'm waiting to see who wins the race to be compatible with the Switch Online games before I snag a wireless one.
Thanks for this Bob. I just recently got me a few n64 consoles. I have mine hooked up via S-Video on the RetroTINK 2x Pro. I have it setup on a different tv than the one I use with my 5x.
Hey just found the channel today! Subscribed and rang the bell looking forward to more retro gaming content!
Great video Bob, makes me want to install my kit which is sitting there in box since ordering, may need to dust off the Hakko
Been playing via S-Video on a 36" JVC concave CRT. Wired N64 controllers with zero lag too 🎮 📺 also my original official memory pak still works 😄
I love the way this video is presented. I hope you make more like this for other consoles someday!
Thank you!
I hope this will be a series covering all retro consoles. Great video. 👍
Thank you! If this video does well, yes, I plan on doing it for every console. If not, then I'll still try...but these are a TON of effort to put together, so it'll be awhile.
Nice, going to need a "playlist" which focus on console setups like these. Like & Saved.
Next up "Sega DreamCast" or "Sega Saturn", "GameCube/Wii", "XBox" & "PS1/PS2".
Thank you so much for the guide.
I had an N64Digital installed a couple of weeks ago. It's been a dream. I love this console.
the past half year ive been playing a lot of N64, mostly Banjo Kazooie for now, but I really do love this console! It looks fantastic on my CRT, I just love scanlines, cant get enough of them.
N64 benefits the most from scanlines.
@@polycube868 As the great Exo Paradigm Gamer once said: "I know people always say Retro games are meant for CRTs, and that goes *triple* for the Nintendo 64."
Good video! I just ordered a Retrotink 5X and I have an official S-Video cable for N64 already, and based on the footage shown here, I think that's good enough. I'm not entirely sold on RGB on N64, although the N64Digital seems nice.
It's absolutely good enough. The shot with composite, s-video and RGB shows S-Video doesn't have any of the weird artifacts and interference composite has, when used on flat panels via the RT5x. It's a great choice.
6:51 Oh boy, the N64 controller's B button got green screened
Bob is the 🐐. Every video is a banger! Appreciate you.
Thanks!
This video got me. 😊 I'm just getting into the N64.
Looking forward to watching this.
Quality content sir, thank you
I have found that for my N64 that an S-Video cable and a RetroTink 2 Pro gives me a great picture with no hassle. :) I always wondered how much strain the wireless adapters would cause... that's a neat solution (I use my Retrobit Tribute 64). :)
Now that I bought a forever pak... I figure I'm golden with my N64. :) Great video, btw.
I use the EON super 64 and that works great. Thanks for the great video.
Shout out to my homeboys Tim Worthington and Borti's advanced RGB mods. That shlt looks identical to my UltraHDMI with their deblur feature. 💪🏻 LOL! But, for real, the N64 is just always gonna be that one damn console that you don't strive to make look awesome, but strive to make look less like ass!
I also have installed the Tim Worthington RGB mod into my N64, and flashed it with Borti's IGR Firmware, with that hooked up to a CRT with Retrovision Cables, and it looks fantastic!
I have the RGB Advance on my N64. It look so beautiful. My only problem is I use a RGB Scart cable meant for the SNES which unfortunately creates pixelated edges which can be annoying. In a few days I will receive my Rad2x so that issue will be gone for good. I can definitly recommend this mod. Definitly use Retrotink or Rad2x after you modded your N64!
Love my original N64 with a Rad2x. I would be interested in getting another one for/with digital no cut mod though.
I got my N64 second hand around 20 years ago and it came with an expansion pack. I didn't know until Bob's video but it looks like I have a 3rd party exp. pack. It fits in such a way that it's not possible to put the lid/cover on after inserting the exp.pack. It's always worked OK though.
I don't get the thumbs down before watching the vid. mCable fans?
Even you disagree with Bob he is always trying to be fair and balanced.
Though he may be a little biased towards the N64 😏
"What is your favorite N64 game?"
"The last one I'll ever have to play."
Hahahahahahahahaha :)
I love how genuine this video feels
Thank you!
I'm rewatching and I want to congratulate you on the efforts you put when filming displays. 👍
Hopefully we get a cheaper HDMI mod, soon, like the one from Electron Sheperd for the Wii and which is $79.99!
The new "Retro GEM" from PixelFX is $119. I just want a simpler digital-to-digital mod. 😓
Great work Bob; hope this gets the views it deserves.
Thank you!
Awesome video Bob!, love that Try4ce cameo lol!
1st suggestion is the best. Old TV and Console. The best combination.
Great video! Just to add some information, PAL consoles can use S-Video with a custom-made cable. Not sure if that was said in the video.
Honestly the N64 outputs a terrible image quality, even in CRTs some games look bad. This is one of the consoles that can benefit the most using mods, good cables and a scaler like the OSSC or the RT5X Pro.
nintendo 64 was my introduction to gaming im always looking for new tech tips on it
Wow - look at 16:14 and the next minute. The CRT (just a plain, small, CRT with unknown usage hours, pulled from a thrift store) does an amazing job of translating those pixels into a smooth, crisp image. The only areas where the LCD has it beat are color intensity and depth. (And the CRT may have been able to improve quite a bit if it had been adjusted using Mario's red hat as a guide.) I like playing retro consoles on both CRT and LCD ... but I do like pixels, so smoothing off for me, please! Thanks for the great video.
Interesting info for retro gaming. Nice video...👍👍👍
Bob, your face is priceless when mentioning the mClassic :)
LOL, I did that in one take - It was genuine :)
I have the UltraHDMI! I wish I could use a smoothing filter like the N64Digital has!
My god I feel like time is flying when I think about this consoles launch and this intro.
I had found an old N64 my family had, and I had it all hooked up, and couldn’t figure out how to start it. Never knew it needed a cartridge to start up
I’ve been an advocate for the mClassic but only on OG Xbox, Wii, GC and DC.. But since getting the RetroTINK 5x Pro I don’t even use it anymore since it has the same features but it’s better. It can force 4:3, Smoothing and upscale to 1080p which the mClassic does all those but just not as good. The RetroTINK gives me a more proper 4:3 image and it’s sharper with more features. I still like the mClassic and believe it’s a more affordable option that has IMO solid visual enhancements to the right 480p retro consoles. One feature that’s forgotten is the 4K upscale for 24fps Blu-ray. It’s not native 4K but it’s pretty good and nobody ever talks about that.
Main advantage of the mClassic imo is that it accepts HDMI input. Helps a lot with my old HDMI modded GC that outputs 480p via HDMI. I don’t always want to have a long daisy chain of cords to convert it to component and then into the 5x to upscale it to 1440p before running it to my monitor. Much simpler to just plug the mClassic in the back of the console and be done with it. Still get 1440p and the smoothing filter looks decent enough. If I didn’t have one already - I probably wouldn’t go out of my way to buy one now that I have the 5x, but I use it randomly at times so I’m not going to get rid of it either
@@brotherbodhi237 If you want to connect it to the 5X you just use the HDMI out of it. I haven’t seen really any enhancement at that point since it works best with 480p and the TINK has great 1080p output.
Edit: I see what you mean now. Never mind 😅
Fantastic video as always! If you get a chance, try out one of the 2 HDMI mods at 720p with the mClassic upscaling it to 1080p. It doesn't make a world of difference but it takes the clean signal and smooths out the jaggies.
I showed that in the video. Mostly useless: www.retrorgb.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/N64dSmoothingOffmClassic.png
www.retrorgb.com/getting-started-with-the-nintendo-64.html
@@RetroRGB Ah gotcha, sorry I missed the 720p part, I guess I was focusing too much on the 1080p. Keep up the great work!
What would a good, shielded composite cable look like compared to one that's unshielded? Pretty sure a lot of my spares are unshielded, and I'm looking to replace them.
No offense to any other creators, but this is the best N64 video I have ever seen
Thanks very much!
5:40 I got one of those recently, glad I did too. Some of those games are just too expensive, and there are so many rom hacks ive wanted to play on original hardware. Also if I ever did get a cartrige version of space station silicon valley id have to take out the expansion pak and replace it with the jumper pak because thats the one game that crashes with the expansion pak, and it also has that one glitch where you cant get a certain collectable... I cant wait to play through the patched version!
Great video!
Thanks for mentioning that the cartridge tray mod doesn't remove the 60hz/50hz region lock, instead of pretending that fucking around with the cartridge slot makes the console "totally region free brah".
Great vid. Commenting for algorithm. I would have liked to see a side by side of a voltar rgb mod and a tim Worthington rgb mod with deblur enabled. I’m trying to decide if the tim Worthington kit is worth hassling with. Just been running svideo because I think the improvements with the simple voltar mod are marginal.
If you're into the optimal sampling look, it's worth it. I have one of each, standard RGB mod and TW's on one the later models where the standard mod isn't possible anyhow.
Great stuff! At last, I can play Quest 64 in the best quality... is what I would be saying, except I never knew Controller Paks used SRAM with a battery to save, I always thought they used EEPROM! Guess I better invest in those Forever Paks
This is a great resource video!
I recently acquired a Retrotink 5X as a birthday present. I have no modded N64. I want to play it on my 4K, should I invest on decent S-cables or should I just RGB mod it and get good component cables?
I'd say start with S-Video. It's an excellent quality solution that doesn't require any modding and you might not ever feel the need to upgrade.
@@RetroRGB Thank you! I'll get a good S-video cable and go from there :D
Amazing video
Im really intressted in getting a hdmi moded one beacuse I almost only play on my flatt screen tv, I have a small crt that I could be using but I prefer having all my consols connected to the same tv. I'll have to get one that's already moded tho beacuse I don't have the knowledge or the right tools to do it myself
I haven't even watched this yet but it's Bob so you know it's gonna be good. Liked.
1:20 there's actually been a native port of SM64 and OoT specifically... if you're looking at one of those two games, assuming you have a way to dump your cartridge ROM, you can play them natively on your computer (or any other device they've been ported to, including the 3DS for SM64 at least) without any emulation at all. The OoT project is Ship of Harkinian, I don't think the SM64 one has a specific name but there are multiple tools available to automate the compilation process.
Hello Bob, for the Mario Tennis comparison. Are you using deblur when comparing RGB vs Composite and S-Video?
As a recent adopter of this amazing mod. This vid was extremely helpful in establishing the settings. I have one question; in regards to the game ID function my system seems to not recognize the roms I launch in the system with my everdrive x7. I'm currently using firmware 1.4.8. Is there something I'm potentially missing?
You'll need the latest firmware for the Everdrive: krikzz.com/pub/support/everdrive-64/x-series/OS/
mine is the standard black hooked up to a small crt with an expansion pak and an everdrive64 x7
With N64Digital using 1200p deblur and algorithm on, Big slot mask with 280 rotation, it looks funtastic! Miles away from an OSSC and RGB combo. Night and day I could say easily. Someone could also use 2560*1440 as an output resolution
Awesome job!! Can’t wait for one on PS2
lol at 6:52 the gray color of the N64 controller on the green screen behind Bob mapped to the green on the B button of the N64 controller he's holding in his left hand.
I've been playing N64 in 2021, namely the original Mario Party in preparation for Mario Party Superstars (which is out now, and yes, I did buy a copy of that game for my Switch).
Can you add the link to the replacement joystick assemblies you showed to your description? Thanks Bob
With the RetroTink 5x or similar, can they be used with switch boxes if the plan is to connect them to the output of a switch box to the TV? Or are they best used with the one system you are planning to play? I have the old Pelican and Gamestop ones to play my retro consoles using component and composite connections to a CRT, and wondering if it was worth getting this to update some of the systems that don't use lightguns, like N64 or my backup systems I can play on modern TVs with upscale resolution. I worry that having to plug and unplug connections will cause wear and tear and buying individual connections will add up. Any thoughts?
The work great with switchboxes! If you already have one that's decent quality, you're all set. There's some high end options designed specifically for retro gaming if you'd like an upgrade...but if yours works, there's no need to upgrade: bit.ly/gcompsw
Man i really love this videos. If it wasn't for the retro community putting so much love to keep this things alive i wouldn't be playing my N64. The RGB mod definitely goes well with the OSSC. The OSSC works great on my 65 inch Samsung Q8 FN. And the custome scanline feature is awesome. The only thing im missing is the optimal timing for the N64 on 5x. If anyone has a preference pls post in the coments. I also noticed that games that support the expansion pack run on 2x bob interlaced. Is there a specific timing for bob interlaced as well, or can i use the same timings no matter the resolution?
Using OSSC I found out the best image was using just pass through and no scan lines. Also maximising colour gains but without spoiling black levels looks great. I give you an example: With those settings you can have a vibrant bright Doom 64! Only downside, if in a first person shooter you go close to a wall, there are analog artifacts on screen for you to see.
The real solution for the best image and by a big margin is N64Digital
Hello from France : Great video, thank you ! I have a NUS-001 (EUR) model, N64 RCA composite cable, an OSSC with an add-on board that provides s-video and composite inputs and can do line doubling and smoothing. If I understood well, I don't "need" to RGB-mod because picture improvement will be minimum ? But using a PAL S-video instead of the RCA composite is a better option ? thanx & best regards :)
S-video is much less noisy than composite, so it's a nice improvement. RGB does have brighter colours and even better clarity, but the difference isn't as noticeable. Be careful about which cable you get though, there are a lot of bad ones out there.
@@ozzyp97 thanx a lot !
I still have my n64 that I had since the mid 90's. I recently tried the emulator on the pc. It looks pretty good now but I think may have lot to do with using a 4k tv, whereas last time i tried it i didnt. IMHO the windows pc and emulator is the best way to play n64 games now. Not even an hdmi mod will look that good. But one thing I am trying to find out about is. I love the top gear rally game, I have been playing it for over 20 years 😄 but I did a paint job in the paint editor on that game saved to the original memory card. But then bought a more modern rumble with memory available so was I able to load up the paint job in the game and take a duplicate save of the paint job onto the newer rumble/memory pack. So it's amazing to still have that paint job I did in the mid 90's. What I am trying to find out about is, is it possibly to get your original memory card saves on to the pc and use on an emulator? I simply want to take the paint job save from the original memory card and use it on the n64 mupen plus emulator. I say simple but I don't even know if it is possible.
Made in 1996, and still is a great console to this day. Ironic you have the same model as mine.
I use my RGB modded n64 with a scart to component adapter from retrotink to a flat 19" crt that has component in. When I tried the n64 with retrotink 2x to a flat panel tv it worked but when I tried a hdmi to vga adapter to a computer PC CRT, I got an on screen message from the monitor OSD saying the monitor is working but doesn't support 15Khz which makes since since most computer monitors don't support 15khz. I still would like to see the n64 working on a computer CRT though for some odd reason :)
I did a video on exactly this :) th-cam.com/video/iLkN2AZLBMA/w-d-xo.html
my controller pak from 1997 still holds a save to this day.
S video on crt is great!
Do I only need one forever pak 64 for my system or do I get one for each of the controllers I have? Idk if this is a stupid question I'm sorry.
i actually bought a pair of n64 controller extension cables and i plug the retro fighter receiver in there and tuck the cable away there like 8 bucks for a pair on amazon
Just a recommendation for my fellow PAL gamers - if you’re tempted to dust off your trusty PAL N64 and play that - don’t.
Even without considering the fact NTSC consoles are easier to RGB mod, PAL conversions are notoriously awful - slower and with borders. First party Nintendo games are especially bad for this!
An NTSC consoles and everdrive with US ROMs is a strong recommendation. RGB mods, etc. are then an option down the line if you’re keen.
My two cents: US roms on a rom cart will work fine on a pal console. Sure, maybe a pal n64 isn't as great as an ntsc one, but you know, if its what you have: rom cart is a great option
@@frankeeeej This is true, and it'll output PAL-60, meaning better compatibility with PAL TVs. It's just a color encoding issue though, RGB on an NTSC console would also work even if composite is black and white. NTSC roms on PAL also play ever so slightly too slow, if that's something you care about.
Getting one of these Kind of Videos for the Playstation 2 would be GREAT for me right now. 🙏🏽
use ps2 component cables with retrotink 5x with it's motion adaptive deinterlacing
@@gamecubeplayer my Dilemma is, if i spend $300, shouldn’t i just buy a Backwards Compatible PS3? Thing about that is, I’m not the most tech Savvy guy. I’d like to be able to play Roms on the Systems. Something tells me that Soft Modding the PS3 is a Task versus just buying a MC2SIO/MX4SIO for the PS2. Is there anyway to get the PS2 to look as Good as the PS3 Upscaling?
@@swishahouse68 the retrotink 5x has an upscaling smoothing filter
No 90GB mandatory update before you can play your console there...boy do I miss those times
RGB is definitely different from S-Video with the brighter colors
When is the update 1.4.5 shown on your video being released? I don't have smoothing on mine yet and I have current firmware.
You can switch to the testing channel to get it right now.
My Setup is:
US N64
Kaico Line Doubler (for hdmi)
- Kaico or Bitfunx over RAD2X? Because without RGB I would only get compsite quality. With mine I get svideo signal quality :)
Mclassic (for 1080p)
Everdrive X7
Wireless Retrobit Pad (with rumble)
- I use an extended n64 controller cable to reduce the pressure for the big dongle on my console as well
Other thing: the Mcable is something else then the mclassic. And you need to get a progressive signal to work with the mclassic.
In my test it did an absolutely amazing job to go from 480p to 1080p on N64, GC, WiiU, Wii, Snes Mini etc.
Kaico is a clone company. Please never support them: th-cam.com/video/LxgkxS6gGgk/w-d-xo.html
@@RetroRGB you can also go for bitfunx then
Bitfunx and Kaico are the same company.
@@RetroRGB are they? And what company they are copying?
I haven't seen any other line doubler for svideo signal for N64 out there.
Is Pixelfx's N64Digital hdmi mod still the best picture out there on modern HDMI TVs? Amazing video, thank you!
In my opinion, it's tied with using quality S-Video cables (or RGB-modding) and using the RetroTINK 5x. My suggestion is this: If the N64 is the only analog console you want to use, do the HDMI mod. If you have other consoles with composite, S-Video or component video, get the RT5x, since that will work with all of them. Check this channel for more info on it!
@@RetroRGB Thanks so much! I just bought a RT5x and quality Packapunch S-Video cable! I'm looking to have my N64, SNES, and PS2 all set up all the time. Does this mean my best option is to buy two more to have them all set up simultaneously? Or is there a recommendation for a switcher and perhaps sacrifice the picture quality for convenience?
@@RetroRGB Aw shoot! The Retrogaming, Retro-Access, & Insurrection Industries cables are sold out. Any other recommendations?
The "No Signal" is the most frustrating thing. I've tried switching multiple AV cables, removing and placing the expansion pack, different game cartridges etc. The thing is the same AV cables work fine on my gamecube. I don't know what to do.
Little story to share. I watch RGBs recent videos and macho nacho on the forever pack and you both mentioned how it’s not possible to expand the amount of memory on the memory pack. And I thought I was going crazy because I remember having a third party one with expanded memory. Found my original, it’s a 1mb card by 3D2. It has 2 dip switches on the back that allow it function like 5 separate memory cards in one. Just wondering if this type of technology was incompatible with the forever pak.
That's a multi-bank card. I'm sure the ForeverPak team will consider a version like that someday, but I think as-is, it's still an excellent product.
@@RetroRGB thanks for the reply and confirming my sanity! I thought I just might have imagined the existence of the multi bank card.
The dream is getting that integrated HDMI mod and keep an analog connection to my PVM if only they didn't cost a small fortune to get that mod put in 😭
I was able the buy the hdmi kit a couple years back, but it was ruined buy the guy I trusted to install it. 😭