Retro GEM Wii Installation

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Introduction

Disclaimer

This kit is for advanced installers only. Install at your own risk. We cannot be held responsible for damage to your console and/or kit.

Important Information

The kit is compatible with all Wii Models. There are three different installation types depending on your Wii Motherboard. These will be referred to as 6 Layer, 4 Layer, Wii Mini.

6 Layer Models:

• RVL-CPU-01
• RVL-CPU-10
• RVL-CPU-20
• RVL-CPU-30

4 Layer Models:

• RVL-CPU-40
• RVL-CPU-50
• RVL-CPU-60

Wii Mii:

• RVK-CPU-01
• RVK-CPU-02

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

https://youtu.be/231tQfbZO_k

Kit Contents

• Wii Main Flex
• USB Sniffer Board
• USB Sniffer Flex
• Mini HDMI Adapter Board
• Male HDMI Adapter
• 150mm 18p FFC Cable
• FR4 Mount
• M1.6 Screw mount (2x)
• M1.6 Screw 3mm (2x)
• Wifi Antenna
• .5mm Thermal Pad

Items Required

• Temperature Controlled Soldering Iron
• Leaded or Lead Free Solder
• Non-Corrosive, No Clean Flux (Amtech 559 / Kester 959T)
• 99% Isopropyl Alcohol
• Multi Meter
• Exacto Knife
• Small screw Phillips screw drivers
• Side cutters

Step 1 - GEM Jumpers

Set the Retro GEM Jumpers and attach the WIFI antenna along with the mini HDMI connector. Make sure the mini hdmi is plugged in all the way sometimes it can be stubborn to insert fully.

Retro GEM jumper information Tool

https://docs.pixelfx.co/fxdigital-config.html

Step 2 - Disassembly

This guide will not go over the disassembly of the Wii. Guides are available online.

Please make sure the heatsink is attached to the Wii when doing any power on testing. M2 screws and Nut can be use a temp solution to hold the heatsink in place without the bottom plastic. Allowing you to boot the console and still have access to the back side of the motherboard. For the Wii to display an image the WIFI/BT Dongle must be attached (Sometimes it sticks to the top metal shield during disassembly).