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Here is a video installation of a 4 layer board. Please use it for references and techniques.
Here is a video installation of a 4 layer board. Please use it for references and techniques.


https://youtu.be/231tQfbZO_k
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=== Kit Contents ===
=== Kit Contents ===
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Retro GEM jumper information Tool
Retro GEM jumper information Tool


https://docs.pixelfx.co/fxdigital-config.html
https://docs.pixelfx.co/fxdigital-config.html?c=wii


== Disassembly ==
== Disassembly ==
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=== Case Cut ===
=== Case Cut ===
Part of the top case must be trimmed for the Mini HDMI to clear. Just small cut and file is needed.
Part of the top case must be trimmed for the Mini HDMI to clear. Just small cut and file as needed.


[[File:WII_CUT.jpeg|500px]]
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Solder the GEM PCB mount and install the supplied M1.6 mounts
Solder the GEM PCB mount and install the supplied M1.6 mounts


*Pay careful attention to not put the PCB MOUNT on top of any components on the Wii PCB. There is a small resistor pack can be shorted without careful attention to this area. If this resistor pack is shorted, it must be <a href="https://www.digikey.de/en/products/detail/panasonic-electronic-components/EXB-28V101JX/256275">replaced</a>. More details can be found on the discord here: https://discord.com/channels/1101136714916962364/1425610417505570959/1435257770441183376 *
*Pay careful attention to not put the PCB MOUNT on top of any components on the Wii PCB. There is a small resistor pack can be shorted without careful attention to this area. If this resistor pack is shorted, it must be replaced [https://www.digikey.de/en/products/detail/panasonic-electronic-components/EXB-28V101JX/256275 Link to Replacement resistor pack]. More details can be found on the discord here: https://discord.com/channels/1101136714916962364/1425610417505570959/1435257770441183376 *


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