Sega Dreamcast Maintenance Guide: Difference between revisions
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The Dreamcast doesn't use CR2032 batteries. |
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| '''Controller Ports''' || No response, VMU not detected || Inspect fuse (F1) on controller board; test with known good controller | | '''Controller Ports''' || No response, VMU not detected || Inspect fuse (F1) on controller board; test with known good controller | ||
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| '''RTC Battery''' || Clock resets, lost settings || Replace | | '''RTC Battery''' || Clock resets, lost settings || Replace MR2032 coin cell (requires soldering on most models) | ||
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| '''AV Port''' || No video/audio || Clean contacts; test with alternate cable | | '''AV Port''' || No video/audio || Clean contacts; test with alternate cable | ||
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=== Internal Clock Battery === | === Internal Clock Battery === | ||
* Most Dreamcasts use a soldered | * Most Dreamcasts use a soldered MR2032 coin cell to maintain the real-time clock. | ||
* If the clock resets on every boot, desolder and replace the battery. | * If the clock resets on every boot, desolder and replace the battery. Do NOT use a CR2032 battery, as they are non-rechargeable and carry a risk of exploding over the controller board. | ||
* Observe correct polarity; use a battery holder for future replacements if possible. | * Observe correct polarity; use a battery holder for future replacements if possible. | ||