Description
Included:
Sega Mega Drive/Genesis 1 Kit: x1 3BP V2 mod board, x1 Mini DIN 9 AV connector, x1 AV connector mounting plate & (NEW 14/03/2024) VDP to 3BP board with integrated 5.6k ohm pull-up resistors (also eliminates the need for VDP decoupling capacitors).
Sega Mega Drive/Genesis 2 Kit: x1 3BP V2 mod board & x3 5.6k ohm pull-up resistors.
What are the three included resistors for? Essentially they are only for installations that require the lifting of VDP pins (MD1 + MD2 VA3/VA4). See here: https://www.retrorgb.com/fix-for-all-rgb-bypassed-sega-genesis.html (only necessary for MD1 & MD2 VA3+VA4 boards)
Installation guides: for now we’d recommend following these two videos by Dubesinhower below. Our written 3BP guide is in the works.
VDP to 3BP board quick guide: After lifting the VDP RGB pins, align the VDP23BP board beneath them and remove the double-sided tape on the bottom side of the VDP board too keep the board in place. Anchor the board down further by connecting the +5V and GND pads the nearby capacitor so that the board is secure. Lastly solder the VDP RGB pins to the board and place some Kapton tape over the top to ensure the board will not move freely. Sync pads are optional. Proceed with Triple Bypass V2 install as per usual.
For information regarding the install, please visit: http://retrorgb.com/genesistriplebypass.html
*Difficulty level is the opinion of Retro Upgrades. This kit is sold as DIY and requires soldering skills and lifting pins for the Model 1 install. Please review the documentation and make sure you are confident in installing this kit prior to purchasing!
The reverse side of the board displays the various configurations that you can set via the jumpers.
Huge thanks to db electronics, RetroRGB, Cruzlink2, Artemio, Ace, MobiusStripTech, Firebrand X, Tian Feng and Bfbiii for working on this awesome project.
