$5 GAME BOY COLOR CUSTOM DESIGNED USB RECHARGEABLE BATTERY KIT from MCWILL

$5 GAME BOY COLOR CUSTOM DESIGNED USB RECHARGEABLE BATTERY KIT from MCWILL | Retro Renew

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Retro Renew Episode Description: Step-by-step tutorial on how to install the custom designed USB rechargeable battery kit from McWill into your Gameboy Color. This tutorial will go over several topics that you may run into during the modification process as well as some useful tips and tricks to help you along the way.
In today’s episode of Retro Renew, we’re going to install a $5 kit from McWill. This kit will add recharging capability to your Game Boy Color, a feature that is typically reserved for more modern consoles. It’s very exciting to have an option on the market that requires minimal shell modification and utilizes the existing battery compartment of the Game Boy Color console to add this capability. Hopefully you find this video helpful when you plan to do your own McWill USB rechargeable battery mod! Links to all the parts needed for this mod can be found below.
Check out this NEW VIDEO WHICH ADDS A LED INDICATOR TO THIS MCWILL kit!
• $2 UPGRADE TO THE $5 M...
So here's what you will find in this video:
► 0:00 Episode Prelude
► 1:04 Introduction to the Video and Episode Contents/Structure
► 3:29 Modification Tutorial
► 11:18 Mod Complete! Congrats! No let’s talk about it
► 11:32 Lesson Learned
► 12:51 Battery Test
► 14:46 The Pros and Cons
► 16:54 Conclusion. Thank you for Watching!!
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DISCLAIMER: This video is only for entertainment purposes. Any injury, damage, or loss that may result from improper use of tools, equipment, or from the information in this video is the sole responsibility of the viewer and is to be used at the discretion of the end user/viewer and not Macho Nacho Productions or Tito Perez. If you are uncertain about any step of the process or feel unsure about your skill level, seek a more authoritative source.

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@MachoNachoProductions 4 жыл бұрын

Check out my video which adds a charging indicator LED to this McWill USB Mod Kit! This will allow you to see when the battery is done charging and best of all it only costs about $2. Check it out here: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/gJmPedNnu56xYpc.html Thank you all for watching the video! I really hope you enjoyed it! If you found the video useful/helpful/entertaining, give it a LIKE:) Also, consider SUBSCRIBING to the channel to stay up to date with all my future content by clicking the following link: bit.ly/3bw08kk Cheers!

@Thatguy101987 4 жыл бұрын

I was considering getting this, but when I saw it was USB mini-B, I opt'd not to. I figure I'll wait til there is a USB type C option available.

@MachoNachoProductions 4 жыл бұрын

Agreed! It would be so cool if McWill made a USB-C version with a LED indicator. Fingers crossed! Cheers!

@SupahNin10dohp 4 жыл бұрын

BoxyPixel made one, I used it in my build and it works great. Even has a red battery indicator.

@Thatguy101987 4 жыл бұрын

@@SupahNin10dohp I've seen this, but my concern was mounting it properly in a OEM case. I like McWills as it gets soldered right into the board, and requires minimal cutting of the plastic.

@KuroGamu 4 жыл бұрын

I was about to write the same, it's 2020 and we should see usb4 soon so hopefully, there will be such mod.

@seethruhead7119 4 жыл бұрын

yep pretty useless mod as is.

@itsupyourbuttandaroundthec1395 3 жыл бұрын

As someone with no electrical training or soldering experience, your videos are excellent. I’ve completed two mods based on your videos. Clear and precise. Great videos, great channel.

@RetroDodo 4 жыл бұрын

How have we not stumbled across your channel before? This content is great!

@MachoNachoProductions 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much @Retro Dodo! That really means a lot coming from you! I'm a huge fan of your channel! Cheers!

@willcamick 3 жыл бұрын

this dude is hands down the most kind and down to earth person ever. watch his streams, really nice guy and interactive with fans. glad i subbed.

@bountyhuntersouth 4 жыл бұрын

Keep up the good work! Your stuff has got a very high production value.

@MachoNachoProductions 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Patrick! I really appreciate the kind words!

@esotericsean 4 жыл бұрын

Nicely done, love all the little details you put in your videos 😊

@MachoNachoProductions 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Sean! I very much appreciate getting comments from you! Hope you are well! Cheers!

@ixanadu3 4 жыл бұрын

Your intro is so dope, I subscribed in seconds just because of it lol. Great Content too !

@MachoNachoProductions 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Leo! So happy you are enjoying the videos and the intro! And thank you for the sub! Cheers!

@scyzl 2 жыл бұрын

Watching all of these gbc mods makes me so excited to get my color and mod it.

@ekuseru 4 жыл бұрын

Hey thanks for the detailed review and mod process. Not having an indicator is a big con but can't really complain with that price tag! I specially liked the quality of production, good job. Just subbed :)

@MachoNachoProductions 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Eku for the sub! I totally agree, I’m going to see if I can do a follow up video where I add an LED indicator light! Cheers!

@thepenultimateninja5797 2 жыл бұрын

This is really cool. You could also use the other battery slot to store a spare battery.

@PuppetMaster8707 4 жыл бұрын

I don't know why but to me it still always feels nice changing out the batteries you just destroyed with some heavy game play but regardless this was still a great and very well done video

@MachoNachoProductions 4 жыл бұрын

Haha! True I know the feeling. Cheers bud!

@dannyb1187 2 жыл бұрын

you have become my favorite KZfaqr man awesome videos

@voltazkai 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks I saw this board a few weeks back but couldn’t find any info on it so is good to see a video on it.

@MachoNachoProductions 4 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I thought the same thing when I was looking at this kit initially. Now I hope it can answer peoples' questions who are curious about this mod. Very glad you found it informational. Cheers!

@maiers 4 жыл бұрын

Love your content you're going to be huge on KZfaq. 1 question if you happen to see this comment, can you still use aa batteries? Thanks man keep it up

@MachoNachoProductions 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks M0rd0ck! So happy you like the videos! Unfortunately, after doing this mod you cannot use AA batteries. Primarily because we removed one of the battery terminals on the PCB. Sorry dude, hope this helps! Best of luck! Cheers!

@playingwithtrainerspcmt6407 2 жыл бұрын

Love your content becoming one of my favorites how to modding type Channel even though I don't ever intend on modding a Game Boy Color or Game Boy of any type, software mod though on the other hand

@havenmcgarity1472 4 жыл бұрын

I have 3 school projects due at 11:59 tonight that should take about 2 weeks each tonight Im only half way done with one of them but then I got this notification

@danmeuse496 3 жыл бұрын

honestly my fav mod channel on yt

@MachoNachoProductions 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! So glad you’re enjoying the channel!

@jerrymichel7528 4 жыл бұрын

Dude, I love your videos. So underrated!

@MachoNachoProductions 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Jerry! Really appreciate that brother! So glad you are enjoying the channel! Cheers!

@procrastinationdomination645 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!! Been looking for something like this! You just got a new subscriber!

@MachoNachoProductions 4 жыл бұрын

So happy you like the video! Thank you so much for the sub!

@stefanpan9914 4 жыл бұрын

Love how "jerryrig" is more and more becoming a real word people use for these kind of things xD

@MachoNachoProductions 4 жыл бұрын

Haha, one of my favorite words to use!

@KingMikeUK 4 жыл бұрын

en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jury_rigging

@Vondo4 4 жыл бұрын

Personally I love the British word for it, "bodge/bodging"

@MachoNachoProductions 4 жыл бұрын

That is a good one too!

@PuppetMaster8707 4 жыл бұрын

I always said "Mickeyrig" lol

@crazykidjumps 3 жыл бұрын

Love your work on here! The battery is a a Li "ion" not polymer if anyone did have trouble finding it a bit.

@MachoNachoProductions 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Yep I misspoke, thank you for letting me know. Cheers!!

@ConLasManosEnLaGrasa 4 жыл бұрын

You did a great job! Congrats! A small typ, when you screw the cover, if you start screwing from the middle and then the screws at the top and the end, you will get a perfect fitment. Also much better if you do it on X. Lot of people wont notice it, but nobody will notice someone opened the cover 🤷🏻‍♂️

@MachoNachoProductions 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Bairon! Glad you liked the video! And thanks for the tip! Cheers!

@ConLasManosEnLaGrasa 4 жыл бұрын

I never thought you will read It, you got a new sub mate. And thank you for keep doing such a great job and mods like the Game boy macro 👍🏼

@HighDollarHobo 4 жыл бұрын

First! Sorry missed the last two videos. Busy bringing new baby into the world! Cool MOD.. Would be nice to have the charger indicater light hooked to the power on led! Keep the MODs coming!

@MachoNachoProductions 4 жыл бұрын

Hey dude no problem, and congrats! It would be nice, I may see if I can add and LED to the kit. Will do, and again congrats!

@ScruffyLookinRGB 4 жыл бұрын

Very cool mod! Quality of your videos are fantastic! Keep it up. New sub here.

@MachoNachoProductions 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Scruffy! So glad to hear you enjoyed the mod and the videos! Cheers!

@portmanteau9314 4 жыл бұрын

this is cool, even for a beginner like myself the install seems pretty simple and the case mod is easy enough. i dont mind usb mini since my psp uses the same format. my only gripe would be the lack of indicator light, how sick would that look in a clear case.

@MachoNachoProductions 4 жыл бұрын

Very true! That would look awesome in a clear case! I am looking to see if there is a way to add an LED. Perhaps a future video about it? Cheers dude!

@bartowo 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Very clean video great job

@MachoNachoProductions 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Bart! Really glad you liked the video! Cheers bud!

@dccelly1615 4 жыл бұрын

Love the mod and the price point. But with no indicator for when its charged or charging, deal breaker.

@MachoNachoProductions 4 жыл бұрын

It is strange that an indicator wasn’t included. I’m looking into adding one for a potential follow up video.

@bossmansam2 4 жыл бұрын

That’s the retro experience my guy.

@redcanfly 4 жыл бұрын

@@MachoNachoProductions please do it!

@gby6071 4 жыл бұрын

Another great video, man!

@MachoNachoProductions 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@Jawmsie 4 жыл бұрын

This was a really solid how-to on this little battery kit. The only thing I would have done differently is that I would have traced out the contour of the USB jack onto some painters' tape and placed it on the outside of the case as a template for the filing. Might have made it easier. You still did a great job going through the process of doing this mod, though!

@MachoNachoProductions 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the tip James! Hadn't thought of that! Perhaps I will implement that in a future video, hopefully we get a USB type C version! Cheers!

@satanisgoddotorg9892 4 жыл бұрын

These mods are sick.

@MachoNachoProductions 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks dude so glad you are enjoying them! Cheers!

@goosewerks3157 4 жыл бұрын

I subscribed based on your intro video alone.

@MachoNachoProductions 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Goose Werks! Glad you like the intro! Hope you like the content too! Cheers!

@jfh400 3 жыл бұрын

Super neat mod! If you modified the terminals accordingly, do you think you could fill both battery bays and run two 14500s *in parallel* for more runtime?

@MrMxTech 4 жыл бұрын

Greeeeeat Mod!

@MachoNachoProductions 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks dude! Glad you like it!

@Lenmaer 4 жыл бұрын

A wireless rechargeable mod would be great. That's the future, and it'll preserve the consoles cases.

@MachoNachoProductions 4 жыл бұрын

That would be a very cool mod for sure! Cheers!

@brunocecile8453 4 жыл бұрын

You can put the another battery in parallel to multiply the playing time

@OkiDingo 3 жыл бұрын

I found it a bit weird that McWill had this oversight.

@MachoNachoProductions 3 жыл бұрын

Agree, I’m hoping for an updated design, that would be awesome! Cheers!

@blacksaber89 4 жыл бұрын

Seems like it would only take slightly more work to make it so the battery compartment would be wired to take two rechargeable batteries in parallel and as far as battery indicator you could find and incorporate one but finding one small enough would be a challenge, I do like this mod it reminds me of some of the kits for converting a original GBA to be rechargeable

@MachoNachoProductions 4 жыл бұрын

I agree, it totally does! I think it is possible to add another battery in parallel, I'm just not knowledgeable enough to figure out how. Hopefully an updated kit will include that feature! Adding an LED is also very doable and I am planning to make a video on it! Cheers buddy!

@DiminuendoBlue 4 жыл бұрын

I love this other than the use of USB mini - why change to a standard that no-one currently uses?

@MachoNachoProductions 4 жыл бұрын

I know, would have been great if it was USB type C! Cheers!

@jinougawithchocolate9329 4 жыл бұрын

@@MachoNachoProductions Wouldn't it be possible to get a separate port and solder that on the board so I can have USB C?

@polytelus 4 жыл бұрын

I think a mini USB version would be also cool for people who don't still have USB-C devices and don't want to buy a USB-C cable for just the gameboy.

@DiminuendoBlue 4 жыл бұрын

@@polytelus I think you mean micro USB. In which case I agree.

@Albylion 3 жыл бұрын

All of my micro USB ports and cables don't have much grip to hold them in place anymore; but my couple USB mini ports and cables still have good traction. A USB C that you could plug in upside down would be better though.

@dannydanny9875 4 жыл бұрын

Finally!

@JacobLaurenzana 4 жыл бұрын

Amazing video as always! Do you know if this mod is compatible with the Game Boy Pocket?

@MachoNachoProductions 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jacob! Unfortunately, this mod is not compatible with the Pocket. Both the dimensions and the battery requirement I believe does not permit this kit to be installed. Would be great if McWill makes one! Cheers

@kennyocampo2255 4 жыл бұрын

Que buen video muy entretenido felicitaciones al tío tito que es un crack :3

@MachoNachoProductions 4 жыл бұрын

Gracias kenny!

@leecollins5479 4 жыл бұрын

another top video!!! seems strange that the kit wasnt micro usb or usb c

@MachoNachoProductions 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Lee! Agree. I’m sure the mini is a very inexpensive component and McWill wanted to keep costs down. However, USB C would have been great!

@leecollins5479 4 жыл бұрын

@@MachoNachoProductions thanks for the reply.love watching your uploads as there are so laid back

@MachoNachoProductions 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks dude! So glad you enjoy the videos!

@leecollins5479 4 жыл бұрын

@@MachoNachoProductions keep up the great work!

@zruji5170 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you I love it so much and if You can know how to show the battery usage

@MachoNachoProductions 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, I am planning to do another mod that will show how much battery is left! Stay tuned! Cheers!

@liamsmith1371 Жыл бұрын

Thanks

@numi2000 2 жыл бұрын

Great "hack", amazing for real!! But me doing that wouldn't end up well haha so it's best to buy a device to charge rechargeable batteries 😋

@coffeexi5818 2 жыл бұрын

Your modification is really great. Thanks for your demonstration. But there is still a question that the voltage of 14500 lithium battery should be 3.6V. Will it damage the machine as the voltage is over charged? I have concern about that. Also is regular AA battery allowed to use after the modification? Thanks for your reply in advance.

@TheIsolatedGamerz 4 жыл бұрын

I think I will look for rechargeable battery pack :)

@MachoNachoProductions 4 жыл бұрын

Hopefully we one, one day. That would be awesome! Cheers!

@MatheusMMello-sw7mj 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Tito, may you can do an video showing how to change the game boy power light?

@princesspeach5308 3 жыл бұрын

I love your vid! I've seen other vids using a different chip and it overheats. Does the chip get hot when charging?

@MachoNachoProductions 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Princess Peach! So glad you enjoyed the video! I haven’t noticed it getting to hot, maybe just a little warm. I hope that helps! Cheers!

@ModzvilleUSA 4 жыл бұрын

Just stumbled on this channel recently and your videos are great man! How do you embed your timestamps within the video player like that? I've never seen that before.

@MachoNachoProductions 4 жыл бұрын

Thank man! I really appreciate that! It's really simple just copy my time stamps and paste them into your description. The formatting is important. KZfaq takes care of the rest. You just need to change the timestamps for your video. Example, 5 minutes 10 seconds is written 5:10. Let me know if you have issues. Cheers!

@ModzvilleUSA 4 жыл бұрын

@@MachoNachoProductions You're a legend my dude! Keep up the good work, you're channels going to blow up for sure!

@MachoNachoProductions 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks man! I really appreciate that! Cheers bud!

@tonyt3rry 4 жыл бұрын

cool mod but wouldnt it be easier just getting 2 2450mah ikea rechargeable batteries

@marcelofrau8818 4 жыл бұрын

Totally agree..

@kyle88l 4 жыл бұрын

I've done this, it works well. I get a ton of play time with a backlit screen too, i havent run tests but id guess around 12-14 hours before i have to charge

@AmirAli-ze6hv 3 жыл бұрын

Did he just choose to use 1 rechargeable battery or can I also use 2 rechargeable batteries with this exact mod shown in his video?

@MachoNachoProductions 3 жыл бұрын

The mod only allows for 1. It’s strange, but that’s what the instructions call for.

@AmirAli-ze6hv 3 жыл бұрын

@@MachoNachoProductions Thanks for the reply. I think I will still give it a try. Love your work and how you structure your videos.

@sp3lllz 2 жыл бұрын

Hoping for a usb c version

@Gadget_Plus 3 жыл бұрын

Hello Tito I love your videos, I'm also starting some mods ... I have a question, wouldn't you be able to use two batteries in parallel, so you have more "juice" and thus have more mAh?

@MachoNachoProductions 3 жыл бұрын

Hello ifix gadget! I think it should be possible. I opted to follow the instructions per McWill just to make sure nothing went wrong for the video. I’m hoping he updates the mod to utilize both compartments and maybe update to usb c. That would be awesome! Thank you for the comment!

@mr_giiiggles3753 2 жыл бұрын

Love the video and I am following it myself but I have a clarifying question: What sized wire did you use?

@MachoNachoProductions 2 жыл бұрын

I want to say it’s 28awg. Check my amazon listing in the video description. I think I have it there.

@mr_giiiggles3753 2 жыл бұрын

@@MachoNachoProductions much appreciated

@sephirothchild 4 жыл бұрын

I've been recently getting back into retro gaming and starting with the snes, I'm running into cartridges with aging old batteries. While the mods I've been looking up like this one are super cheap, there is also the investment into tools. Not that I'm complaining because, this might be a fun hobby to get into that could lead into a career path depending on how much I enjoy this. I went into computer repair right after High School but, I wasn't ready for college. I was a terrible student and didn't want to learn, I just wanted to live a life my way. I've always liked this kind of stuff. Now I want to ask, is there a resource I can do to do fun projects once I get all these tools? I just feel like as a guy just starting out, there's got to be other uses for all these tools.

@MachoNachoProductions 4 жыл бұрын

Hey Sephiroth (great name)! This is indeed a great hobby and yes, there are other uses for these tools! I frequently use some of them, for electrical repairs on my car. Also great for computer component repairs/mods. These tools are essential if you really want to get into modding/repairing. Let me know if you have any other questions and best of luck! Cheers!

@legojangofettclone 4 жыл бұрын

gotta fix the white noise but great tutorial

@MachoNachoProductions 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you John! I’ll look into the white noise. Cheers buddy!

@itsumofataride 3 жыл бұрын

If you were to clip the battery terminal so it doesn't solder to the board and bridged the traditional positive and negative, could you use two of thos batteries in parallel increasing amps instead of volts for longer play time?

@cadenyang3058 2 жыл бұрын

Is the Mcwill LCD kit required for the recharge mod to work? I'm going to be getting a Laminated Q5 screen and want to get a rechargeable battery for it. Thanks!

@cubes6351 3 жыл бұрын

Curious with a TP4056 Board Could I charge Li-Ion AA batteries safely? Got some AA steady 1.5V batteries I want to be able to continue using as they last awhile. But also charge and play at the same time.

@csmyder 4 жыл бұрын

Great video! poor product. Mini USB...why? micro USB connectors are cheap. 2 wires...why? Use a dummy cell and solder one wire from the unit to the battery contact, then there are no wires dangling from the shell begging to pull off a solder pad. Or use two cells in parallel as other comments have described for better capacity. This whole kit just seems poorly thought out. Plain old rechargeable batteries seem like a better option. Finally, I guess I'll say it. If there really is demand for this, I'll wait for BennVenn to come up with something better. Keep up the good work. This was a very good looking and informative video!

@MachoNachoProductions 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Chris! Glad you enjoyed the video! Agree the kit has some short comings. Cheers!

@ryanwakebradtelle8682 2 жыл бұрын

What about rechargeable batteries, it only trades being set up free for having to restart the console to swap out batteries. And it's cheaper. Some would argue this is better, because you don't actually have to recharge the console you can just carry around extra batteries.

@martinmcneal2778 3 жыл бұрын

Next project suggestion: Rechargeable Battery mod. Install a Lithium Ion battery pack to make it like the GBA SP. Capable of being rechargeable without AA batteries

@SatoshiMatrix1 3 жыл бұрын

Why not rig it up in series to run two batteries, as the GBC was always intended? Running only one battery seems to me to only be giving you half of the overall run time otherwise possible.

@bland9876 2 жыл бұрын

Damn I haven't seen that style of USB in a long time. The Wii U is the only device I can think of that uses it that is modern.

@MrBunt 2 жыл бұрын

PS3 uses them as well, and all its accessories, like the move controllers which are still used with the PS VR. Mini USB has some advantages in comparison to Micro USB, as it is rated for more insertions ... so it shouldn't wear out as fast, which is nice if you charge the GBC often

@bland9876 2 жыл бұрын

@@MrBunt if I'm charging my game boy more often than I'm charging my phone then holy crap and my phone still works perfectly fine for years later (2017 to 2021) my phone uses micro USB.

@sammorris1906 3 жыл бұрын

Would it be possible, I imagine with a different wiring setup, to use both battery slots and increase the amount of play time?

@mjc0961 3 жыл бұрын

Well, I'd have preferred USB type C, but Mini B is still better than Micro B, so no real complaints.

@MachoNachoProductions 3 жыл бұрын

I would have preferred usb type c myself.

@danskinner8533 3 жыл бұрын

was wondering wouls the mcwill kit work with the battery from boxy?

@martinmcneal2778 3 жыл бұрын

Would it be easier to solder the wires before the board is put in place?

@sadspike 3 жыл бұрын

Could this same kit work for the gbp? This is amazing.

@razorrog1973 2 жыл бұрын

What was the box that had the wires in it that you used?

@TheGrandMaster896 2 жыл бұрын

I’m having a really hard time finding a 14500 lithium polymer battery all I see is ion is that the same thing? If not where can I find one I didn’t see any even on eBay

@marcel5 4 ай бұрын

I can't find the intro music on the linked channel. Could you please name it?

@christopherdecorte1599 2 жыл бұрын

Is it possible to add bluetooth support in the empty battery space.

@axelkusanagi4139 4 жыл бұрын

Alright. Cool video, but I gotta ask if anyone has done experiments using two batteries to increase the battery capacity, adding an LED indicator or adding quick-charging or auto-shutoff capabilities to the mod?

@MachoNachoProductions 4 жыл бұрын

I think this kit is a great starting point, but like you said it would be great if all those features were added. I hope McWill can deliver! Cheers!

@SYIBOI 3 жыл бұрын

Now I'm wondering if there's a way to get the second battery terminal working with this mod for double the capacity. If that would be possible, this might be a real winner.

@MachoNachoProductions 3 жыл бұрын

Me too! I’m hoping McWill fixes this.

@GASH_one 3 жыл бұрын

I was wondering the same question. It is only logical, to go that route.

@OmegaErkz 4 жыл бұрын

Hi, I don't know if you'll see this, but I have suggestions on how this mod can be improved. 1] The positive terminal is removed entirely, making an entire battery compartment useless. This really bothers me for some reason. My suggestion in this case is to trim the terminal, and then solder a wire from it to the one right next to it. Then you can place it back into the shell (with maybe some kapton tape to prevent it from bridging with the contact on the board) and you can now use the second battery compartment to put in a second battery (in the same orientation as the other one) and this would double the capacity as the batteries are now in parallel. 2] That chip on the board is a charge controller. If you look up the board number, it should have a pin diagram that tells you which is for the charging indicator LEDs. If you find it, you can then probably wire it up to the GBC LED (or an additional one) to provide insight into battery/charging status. In my opinion, these are two really simple ways and effective ways to improve and perhaps even complete this mod.

@MachoNachoProductions 4 жыл бұрын

Those are fantastic ideas! I'm a little nervous about adding an extra battery, however, I do plan on making a follow up video if I can figure out how to add an LED or somehow tap into the GBC's LED like you suggested! Thank you again for the comment and suggestions! Cheers!

@OmegaErkz 4 жыл бұрын

@@MachoNachoProductions No problem! I can understand being nervous about the second battery (because if you put it in series instead of in parallel, you will absolutely blow the fuse), but so long as it's parallel it'll be safe. Good luck with the LED!

@MachoNachoProductions 4 жыл бұрын

OmegaErkz thank you, hopefully the LED mod is easy to figure out!

@rc_matic 4 жыл бұрын

Batteries in parallel SHOULD work, however, I'd be concerned with parasitic draw (I think that's the correct term). Both batteries will have slightly different capacities and could result in one battery charging the other when the console is shut down. 2 batteries in a closed circuit-- could be bad news. This can be fixed by adding a couple diodes.

@OmegaErkz 4 жыл бұрын

@@rc_matic Dropping diodes in that circuit would prevent the charger from charging the batteries, wouldn't it? Further, while the parasitic draw would have one battery charge the other, it shouldn't be a problem so long as the two batteries are the same chemistry and voltage - ie, two of the same battery.

@Lenmaer 4 жыл бұрын

Couldn't you make it rechargeable by keeping the original AC plug? And just solder some cables on the motherboard?

@mcperedstone3602 3 жыл бұрын

I did this mod but my device randomly shuts off , I can’t seem to get more than an hour out of a charge and the indicator light turns on and off intermittently when it’s charging?

@yobb89 2 жыл бұрын

i'd de-solder the mini and put in a micro usb, and put in more battery .

@hellishfire5689 3 жыл бұрын

You can use the empty battery slot to house a spare battery in

@MachoNachoProductions 3 жыл бұрын

That’s a great idea! You absolutely can! Cheers buddy! Happy holidays!

@JohnDoe-xh5wp 3 жыл бұрын

If there was a charge light indicator and it was usb c then yes!

@lexilynne419 2 жыл бұрын

just remove the unused battery terminals in the case. and slap another rechargable battery in there.. when one runs out you can just swap it out for a charged one

@nightwalker320 3 жыл бұрын

Hello Tito Do you know if this kit work with a gameboy pocket?

@jmpiv4 4 жыл бұрын

put two batteries in parallel and double the amp/hrs

@OkiDingo 3 жыл бұрын

Do they offer type-C or micro-B? No one uses mini-B cables anymore. And no LED?!? Great video, but as you said the cons outweigh the pro. Easier just to get some IKEA LADDA 2550 mAh batteries.

@MachoNachoProductions 3 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately at the moment Mini is the only interface available. I actually did a video on adding an LED indicator to let you know when it’s done charging, I think you may like it, check it out: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/gJmPedNnu56xYpc.html. I’m hoping McWill does and update to the design to account for these issues. Cheers buddy!

@Vap0rvic 4 жыл бұрын

Have your tried the wow stick electric screwdriver it's on Ebay for 20 dollars it helps out a ton

@MachoNachoProductions 4 жыл бұрын

I actually never tried it before. I've seen a lot of modders use it. I should check it out, it could help save some time removing al those screws, haha! Cheers!

@Vap0rvic 4 жыл бұрын

@@MachoNachoProductions I got it just to try it out and its amazing I used it to change some of my PC parts and change my gba macro btw the second speaker did work but it was a tight fit

@TheRealNapsta 3 жыл бұрын

What do you mean "seemingly small"?

@ryanwk93 3 жыл бұрын

Can I put a regular battery in the other slot?? Because my OCD is freaking out. 🙏🏻

@MachoNachoProductions 3 жыл бұрын

Since the battery contacts are still there I wouldn’t recommend it. I’m hoping McWill will update the mod to use 2 batteries instead of one. Fingers crossed! Cheers Ryan!

@DirtyBob7777 4 жыл бұрын

I installed the screen ok but for whatever reason it can take 2 power cycles for the gameboy to power up. I have the same problem with my sega GG McWill mod. Is this normal?

@MachoNachoProductions 4 жыл бұрын

I don't have experience with the Game Gear, but its a well documented issue with the McWill Game Boy Color kits. You need to cycle them a couple times to get them to turn on. I hope he resolved this with future kits. Cheers!

@kyle88l 4 жыл бұрын

What voltage was the 14500 battery? And could you use two 1.5V LiPo batteries to allow for a higher capacity while still keeping it able to charge? I would assume yes as long as the batteries allow for 5V charging right? Mostly i'm curious about the voltage more than anything on the 14500 though

@MachoNachoProductions 4 жыл бұрын

I believe it is 3.7v. The instructions for the kit specified the use of a 3.7 volt battery so I can’t speak to using 2 1.5v batteries. Sorry I wasn’t more helpful. Cheers!

@kyle88l 4 жыл бұрын

@@MachoNachoProductions That kinda makes sense. These units run on 2.4-3V so there must be a regulator in that little charging circuit. Thanks!

@anthonycruz3177 3 жыл бұрын

You can put a spare battery in the top slot and have 2x capacity.

@MachoNachoProductions 3 жыл бұрын

Haha that’s so true! I haven’t thought of that! Very neat idea, thank you dude!! Cheers Anthony!!

@jaysond04 3 жыл бұрын

Does this have over charge protection?

@tylertorrey3287 2 жыл бұрын

What is the volts rating on the battery?

@martinmcneal2778 3 жыл бұрын

What kind of soldering iron do you use?

@MachoNachoProductions 3 жыл бұрын

It’s a Hakko, I think I have an affiliate link to the one I use in the video description. Cheers!

@zackpetrovic3029 4 жыл бұрын

Ouch, NO cuts, I would of kept the barrel jack and rewired it

@jamariuswalker1712 3 жыл бұрын

U can charge a gba sp with a phone charger usb too right?

@MachoNachoProductions 3 жыл бұрын

Yep, I use my Apple iPhone charger. Cheers Jamarius!

@Albylion 3 жыл бұрын

Does the McWill mod heat up when charging or if using the CGB while charging?

@MachoNachoProductions 3 жыл бұрын

I think it might warm up a little. It wasn’t too noticeable to me. Is yours getting very hot?

@Albylion 3 жыл бұрын

@@MachoNachoProductions I haven't done the mod yet, but it's something I'm concerned about. I'm also considering Eneloop NiMH, but it looks like the mod is designed for a LiPo pack. Do you think Eneloop would work safely?

@MachoNachoProductions 3 жыл бұрын

@@Albylion great question! Unfortunately this will not work with NiMH batteries. This mod is only for LiPo batteries. Cheers!

@funnypepe 4 жыл бұрын

2020, Why dont use 1.5V Li-ion recheargable batteries ?

@FaerismFaerhan 4 жыл бұрын

Is it possible to replace the DS Lite's charging port with a regular micro USB or USB type c port?

@MachoNachoProductions 4 жыл бұрын

I think it may be possible. I should definitely look into that. It would be cool to swap out the original charging port with a USB type c! Cheers!

@Francesca456 4 жыл бұрын

It's possible. I have a lab and i replaced the old port of my ds lite with a USB-c, so it will use the same charger of my galaxy s9. If you want i can sell you a pre-made motherboard with USB-c so you have only to install on you'r ds lite by replacing with you old motherboard

@axelkusanagi4139 4 жыл бұрын

Isn't that dangerous if it uses the wrong power standard?

@bastienrehm 4 жыл бұрын

@@axelkusanagi4139 all ds use very close to 5 volts, i've been using a homemade usb to ds cable for years.

@FaerismFaerhan 4 жыл бұрын

@@axelkusanagi4139 yeah, there's potential hazard. Which is why I'm hoping some knowledgeable ones to shed some light on total beginners like me to do so.

@bjoernschumacher5852 4 жыл бұрын

is there a way to get the battery contacts into parallel instead of series? so you could get 2 14500 batteries in!

@MachoNachoProductions 4 жыл бұрын

I'm sure it can be done but I am uncertain how to do it. I am hoping McWill is working on an updated version of this kit that will allow for 2 batteries and an updated port interface. Sorry I couldn't be more help. Cheers!

@TheDoctor1492 3 жыл бұрын

Snip the series contact in half and solder + & - wires for each terminal