Retro GEM DC Installation: Difference between revisions

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=== Important Information Before You Begin===
=== Important Information Before You Begin===


The kit is compatible with all VA0 and VA1. VA2 is not supported
The kit is compatible with all VA0 and VA1. VA2 is not supported.


The doc assumes you are doing a no cut (Replaces Serial or Video Port) installation in your Dreamcast. If you are upgrading an existing HW1/HW2 installation or wanting to do the case cut you will need the 3D printed HDMI holder.  
The doc assumes you are doing a no cut (Replaces Serial or Video Port) installation in your Dreamcast. If you are upgrading an existing HW1/HW2 installation or wanting to do the case cut you will need the 3D printed HDMI holder.  
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*Small Phillips Screwdriver
*Small Phillips Screwdriver


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== GEM Jumpers ==


## []()Step 0 - GEM Jumpers.


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Set the Retro GEM Jumpers and attach the wifi antenna.


Set the Retro GEM Jumpers and attach the wifi antenna as shown.
Retro GEM jumper information:


[![](GEM_ASSETS/DC_GEM_SMALL.png)](GEM_ASSETS/DC_GEM.png)
[[https://docs.pixelfx.co/fxdigital-config.html:[https://docs.pixelfx.co/fxdigital-config.html]]


**Retro GEM jumper information:**
== Console Disassembly and shield modifications ==


[https://docs.pixelfx.co/fxdigital-config.html](https://docs.pixelfx.co/fxdigital-config.html)
This guide will not go over the disassembly of the DC. Main guides are available online. Once the unit is torn down the following shield modifications need to be done:
 
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## []()Step 1 - Console Disassembly and shield modifications


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This guide will not go over the disassembly of the DC.  Main guides are available online.  Once the unit is torn down the following shield modifications need to be done:


[![](GEM_ASSETS/DC_BOTSHIELD_SMALL.png)](GEM_ASSETS/DC_BOPSHIELD.png)
[![](GEM_ASSETS/DC_BOTSHIELD_SMALL.png)](GEM_ASSETS/DC_BOPSHIELD.png)