SEGA Master System & Mega Drive: USB-C Mod (All models)

Description

The SEGA Master System & Mega Drive USB-C Kit is a custom board that lets you upgrade your console by replacing the original power connector with a modern, universal USB-C connector.

Replace your old or damaged power connector and upgrade to modern convenience. This USB-C mod kit lets you power your console using any standard USB-C charger, including those for your smartphone or laptop.

This board is compatible with the following models:

• Master System 1 ⁽¹⁾
• Master System 2 ⁽¹⁾
• Mega Drive 1 ⁽¹⁾
• Mega Drive 2 ⁽¹⁾

⁽¹⁾ There were so many mainboard revisions of each model; before purchasing, make sure your console, motherboard, and connector match the ones shown in the installation guide. (On these two pages, you can check the list of motherboard revisions for the Master System and Mega Drive, but it’s better to open yours and check it yourself, comparing it with the installation guide photos)

FEATURES

• External power through USB-C.
• Fully compatible with any USB-C charger:
  • • USB power banks
    • USB-A chargers
    • USB-C chargers
    • USB-C PD chargers
    • USB-A to USB-C cables
    • USB-C to USB-C cables

INCLUDED

• 1 USB-C board
• 1 Mega Drive 1 board adapter
• 1 Plastic cap for the USB-C board
• 6 Single-pin headers
• 5 wires

REQUIRED (NOT INCLUDED)

• Phillips screwdriver
• Soldering iron
• Kapton tape
• Soldering tin
• Flux
• Desoldering pump
• Desoldering braid
• Isopropyl alcohol

DOCUMENTATION

• Installation guide PDF
• GitHub repository