Retroid Pocket 3+ Upgrade and Shell Swap Guide
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Күн бұрынThe definitive guide on how to upgrade your RP3 to the RP3+ using the upgrade kit from Retroid, and also covers swapping the entire shell. If you have any questions feel free to ask in the comment section below or reach out to me on Reddit. Thanks for watching!
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3/3+ Screen Protector - www.goretroid.com/products/te...
Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro
0:30 - Summary
0:42 - Beginning Teardown
1:00 - Removing First Joystick
1:21 - Removing the DPAD Controller Board
2:30 - Installing the DPAD Controller Board
3:32 - Removing the Speaker
4:26 - Unplug the Battery
4:50 - Unplug the Wifi Antenna
5:15 - Unplugging other essentials
5:35 - Removing the other Joystick
6:23 - Removing the Battery
7:36 - Removing the Controller Ribbon Cable
8:29 - Installing the Controller Ribbon Cable
9:37 - Removing the old Motherboard
10:34 - Removing the Speakers
12:05 - Installing the Upgrade PCB
13:37 - PCB word of caution
15:20 - Installing the Speaker
15:37 - Installing the Battery
16:48 - Installing the Wifi Antenna
18:09 - Installing Ribbon Cables
19:04 - Installing Speaker Power Cable
19:29 - Installing the Second Speaker
19:53 - Switches check
20:32 - Installing the second Joystick
22:00 - Double-check your switches
22:26 - Boot Test
22:35 - Install the Metal Plate
23:18 - Installing the Back Shell/ Final thoughts
24:50 - Outtro
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Intro theme song was written by Jim Gray of Our Ghosts. Check out his work here:
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This video is for entertainment and educational purposes only.
@KeiRetroGaming Жыл бұрын
As teardown and upgrade guides can run a little long I got the timestamps up for everyone, sorry there was a lot to add this time. If you have any questions feel free to ask below and I'll try to help out where I can. I know stuff like this can be a bit stressful for some people so tried to make it as user friendly as possible. Thanks for your patience and happy upgrading!
@vadimbrook Жыл бұрын
Why don't you remove or at least unplug the battery first?
@tonyb3259 Жыл бұрын
Hi do you know how many pins/type the small ribbon cable is going from the main board to the D pad board? One wasn't included in my upgrade kit so I need to buy one to assemble the standalone unit using the guts from the 3.
@emwit5193 Жыл бұрын
Thank you sir, you delivered as promised. Good work. Waiting on my PBC and will use this as guide :)
@KeiRetroGaming Жыл бұрын
Always happy to help, let me know if you have any questions when it arrives. I think you'll have lots of fun with it.
@emwit5193 Жыл бұрын
@@KeiRetroGaming thanks bro, will do!
@rcarney94 Жыл бұрын
Great job on this video! I replaced the case on my 3+. Your video made it so much easier than it otherwise would have been. Thanks!!!
@KeiRetroGaming Жыл бұрын
Happy to hear the swap went well. Which shell color did you change over to?
@rcarney94 Жыл бұрын
@@KeiRetroGaming I went with the 16bit US. I had the black shell originally, but it got busted. I kinda like the Super Nintendo colors. Thanks again!
@KeiRetroGaming Жыл бұрын
16 bit is a great color choice! You're welcome, always happy to help.
@rcarney94 Жыл бұрын
@@KeiRetroGaming I agree! Best wishes for your channel!
@ChrisCovers78 Жыл бұрын
Great stuff as always
@KingDonkey77 Жыл бұрын
Very detailed!
@KeiRetroGaming Жыл бұрын
Thanks, had to make sure to cover everything in one video.
@olrakin722 Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for this. Did a shell swap and now everything's working great except that I accidentally snapped the wire in the PCB while locking in the last ribbon. Thankfully it's just the rumble motor. Still an awesome device tho.
@KeiRetroGaming Жыл бұрын
Ha you aren't alone there! The rumble motor on two of my motherboards broke by accident when pulling the boards out. The wire is extremely thin and barely soldered to the board, making it one of the toughest parts to extract when changing the shell.
@thepunlive Жыл бұрын
nice vid
@UnrelatedSideNote Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the walkthrough! Did you end up mounting the old pcb on to the plexiglass? If you made a video for that I would love to see it too!
@KeiRetroGaming Жыл бұрын
I tried mounting it and successfully recorded footage, but encountered issues with the dpad causing the screen to move down constantly making it unusable. Despite trying different solutions such as swapping the dpad boards (tried all 3 I had), and controller ribbon cable, as well as using an older RP3 board, the problem persisted and I ultimately abandoned the video. I didn't like the implementation of using it as a tv console either due to having to use the controls on the unit before pairing a Bluetooth controller. It's a good idea on reusing old parts and I'm glad Retroid included it but I ended up not liking the tv kit they included.
@cre8iveone699 Жыл бұрын
@@KeiRetroGaming Same here, I also had unstable controller problems with the TV console option .
@andretti10 Жыл бұрын
Great video! I actually had a quick question for you if you think you can help me out... I was able to successfully install the upgraded PCB, but mine came with wires detached. Luckily upon further inspection it was just the rumble motor affected. I contacted Retroid and they're actually sending me a new RP3+ PCB. My question is would it be possible to build my own fully functional RP3+ with the extra PCB if I purchase one of the replacement shells with a screen from Retroid's website? Ideally it would run off external power since I don't have a spare battery. Would I need any additional parts or can I make due with everything I have? Thanks!
@KeiRetroGaming Жыл бұрын
I snapped the rumble motor off the extra PCB upgrade kit I have here by accident too, wires on it are so thin... You technically could build a full RP3+ but it would look like a mess since the bypass power part wouldn't fit in the shell, you'd have parts all over. That's the reason they include the clear plastic console kit with the standoffs so you can reuse your old board as a mini console.
@andretti10 Жыл бұрын
@@KeiRetroGaming makes sense! I'll probably just end up doing that. Thanks! Subscribed 👍🏾
@WhoMikeJones21 Жыл бұрын
Just followed this guide for the 3+ upgrade, but saw two pieces left over. A small piece and a cable that looks like it attaches to it. I was able to turn on the console and it charges, but I wanted to be sure I didn't miss anything vital
@KeiRetroGaming Жыл бұрын
Does the small piece look like a short ribbon cable with metal on one side? Just wondering which cables you're referring to. Can you upload a photo to Reddit and link me which pieces are left?
@domenicomarzovilla3402 8 ай бұрын
if I were just looking to replace a cracked screen is it still necessary to completely take the machine apart like this for new shell with a screen preinstalled?
@KeiRetroGaming 8 ай бұрын
Yeah, unfortunately it all needs to be pulled out to swap to a new front panel.
@Rowsell98 5 ай бұрын
I know it’s a stretch but I’ve been having an issue with the left joystick. I’ve tried 3 different sets now. The originals. Gulikit Hall effect and retroid official Hall effect and I can’t seem to fix this issue I’m having. For some reason there’s only 8 directional inputs as if it were a d pad but the right one works fine. And there’s no analog input it just snaps to the full input for the nearest direction. Any suggestions?
@KeiRetroGaming 5 ай бұрын
Sounds like it could be a problem with the controller board if you've tried multiple joysticks.
@creitobugado4758 Жыл бұрын
This joysticks are the same of nintendo switch hall sensing alternative?
@KeiRetroGaming Жыл бұрын
According to Retroid, you have the option to use Retroid hall sensor joysticks as a substitute for the Gulikit Switch ones. However, I haven't personally tested this yet. It's worth noting that these two joysticks are completely different, and the ones used in Retroid units are not manufactured by Gulikit. If you're interested, you can find the Retroid hall sticks at this link: www.goretroid.com/en-ca/collections/diy/products/retroid-pocket-3-3-handheld-console-hall-joystick
@aquasquatch4878 Жыл бұрын
Can you tell any noticeable changes in framerate when playing higher end gaming systems such as ps2?
@KeiRetroGaming Жыл бұрын
I'm not personally into PS2 emulation much but Dreamcast can be upscaled much higher now going from 480p on the RP3 to 1440p on the 3+. Native android games also run extremely well now compared to the original RP3. Definitely worth the buy if you find the older model a bit underwhelming.
@turnbasedtoddy7664 4 ай бұрын
What type of screwdriver do you need to take it apart? That would really help to know.
@ravagingvip3r732 Ай бұрын
It's a T5 torx
@suhtangwong Жыл бұрын
They glued my battery wires in the rp3... I really want to swap my rp3 snes cover with my new yellow rp3+ but it seems like a big hassle and risk of breaking the tiny wires.
@KeiRetroGaming Жыл бұрын
Use a toothpick underneath the wire to take off the adhesive. It comes off pretty easily.
@mufefi1829 Жыл бұрын
hi i wonder is it ok tyo put a sticker (just put not glued) betwqeen metal plate and back case? it will add a little touch i think. thanks
@KeiRetroGaming Жыл бұрын
I wouldn't recommend it as that metal plate is gonna get pretty hot when gaming under heavy load.
@mufefi1829 Жыл бұрын
@@KeiRetroGaming thanks, i will keep in mind and cant wait for my retroid pocket 3+ come next years
@Sneakers8b Жыл бұрын
So just so I am sure and to ask a dumb question, if you are only changing the shell, is all this stuff necessary?
@KeiRetroGaming Жыл бұрын
Along with the shell we have many other parts we needed to pull from the old unit. I only swapped over what was needed.
@Sneakers8b Жыл бұрын
Naively I hoped since I only want to change the shell I could take the components out in one single piece. Unfortunately this thing is layered like an ogre, and that’s not a possibility lmao!
@thiagoandrade356 Жыл бұрын
Is it possible to install an RK 3588 chip on this retroid pocket 3 board?
@KeiRetroGaming Жыл бұрын
No that's soldered onto the board itself.
@solmenuoner Жыл бұрын
Think you’ll do a guide for an Odin? Would love to follow a vid if possible :D
@KeiRetroGaming Жыл бұрын
I was really disappointed with the screen on my Odin which led me to selling it this past month. I made a post about it comparing my two favorite handheld panels on Reddit: www.reddit.com/r/retroid/comments/11eosoo/psa_the_odin_lite_screen_is_terrible_compared_to/ All about making more teardown guides though if the community needs any and I have the device already. Always happy to have new ideas though so thanks for the recommendation.
@germang3805 Жыл бұрын
The one in 19:05 is the ribbon wire of the screen?
@KeiRetroGaming Жыл бұрын
The one just before 19:05 was, yep.
@suhtangwong Жыл бұрын
I plan to swap my rp3 snes shell with my new rp3+ orange shell, is there a easier process without removing the chips?
@KeiRetroGaming Жыл бұрын
Nope unfortunately you'll need to pull out the entire motherboard and both controller boards to swap everything over.
@suhtangwong Жыл бұрын
@@KeiRetroGaming dang... Thanks for the info! Is there any sticker I have to heat and pull other than the glass? I me a they do give option to buy the atomic color shells, so I might try..
@KeiRetroGaming Жыл бұрын
You don't need to remove the glass at all, new shells come with a screen attached already. There's also no stickers except over the one screw inside holding the black metal plate in place.
@suhtangwong Жыл бұрын
@@KeiRetroGaming OK, ig I'm more used to replacing cell phone screens so figured it was similar. Thanks a ton!
@dabman9688 Жыл бұрын
Wonder where we could find the 4500mah battery for these?
@KeiRetroGaming Жыл бұрын
Maybe, but I haven't heard of anyone finding a successful replacement for these batteries. I'll definitely let the community know though if one surfaces.
@scritsing6581 Жыл бұрын
do you know why they took it offsale and where I can buy it?
@KeiRetroGaming Жыл бұрын
I think the upgrade kit has been discontinued.
@Basslcal Жыл бұрын
So if I'm not transferring to a new shell, do I just have to swap out the Mobo and that's it?
@KeiRetroGaming Жыл бұрын
Correct, the main motherboard is all you need to swap. Just be careful with the ribbon cables and pulling it out as the rumble motor sits underneath.
@Basslcal Жыл бұрын
@@KeiRetroGaming absolute legend thanks! Would you recommend replacing the switches with the new mobo or is it usually okay?
@KeiRetroGaming Жыл бұрын
You can use the old ones if you want to. You might need to do a power cycle afterwards if it doesn't start but I have a video up for that if you need as well. Keep the switches you most prefer basically.
@tazerturtle6572 Жыл бұрын
i performed a shell swap but now neither new or old screens are working. the device itself works, i confirmed that by plugging it into my monitor through HDMI, but the display on the device itself just isn't turning on. I was careful with all the ribbon cables, but I'm thinking it could be that. Any suggestions?
@KeiRetroGaming Жыл бұрын
Try a power cycle to see if that gets it started and unplug and plug the ribbon cable in. I have a power cycling guide available here: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/kJaBdq6dztadmqs.html
@tazerturtle6572 Жыл бұрын
@@KeiRetroGaming thanks for the reply, i've done both and no dice, I have a feeling it might be the display output on the board itself because it doesn't work with either my new shell or old one if that makes sense. is there any way to tell if it's just the screen/backlight or if it's the board?
@KeiRetroGaming Жыл бұрын
If you look very closely you might see the screen on still so it could just be the backlight. If you're still having issues id recommend reaching out to Joye in the customer service section of the official discord. She should be able to send you out a new board or front panel. Here's an invite to their discord: discord.gg/PTYJ5gCzZD
@tazerturtle6572 Жыл бұрын
@@KeiRetroGaming dude thank you so much, turns out it's the backlight for sure, but i'm not entirely sure how to fix it. i've done the power cycle trick acouple of times now, still no dice, but my concern is both backlights being dead seems fishy at best. any advice on fixes, or still go through with getting a screen replacement?
@KeiRetroGaming Жыл бұрын
I would join the official discord and they'll get you a replacement sent out. Customer support there is way better than email support, I'm pretty sure they'll be happy to help.
@dabman9688 Жыл бұрын
Im prolly gonna buy the upgrade but honestly im getting tired of starting over, ive been doing the upgrades since the rp2 lol
@KeiRetroGaming Жыл бұрын
Upgrading is always a good way to go as it saves on cost and ewaste. You can transfer most of the stuff over by copying the save folders to the new device.
@dabman9688 Жыл бұрын
@@KeiRetroGaming ive actually used to same sd card since the rp2 also I just never bring my data from the devices internal memory over lol
@KeiRetroGaming Жыл бұрын
I mean... You could if you wanted to. Copying saves over is pretty easy depending on the emulator.
@bethstar34 Жыл бұрын
I hard Brick my retroid pocket 3 trying to root it is there a solution? I will go for anything 😉
@KeiRetroGaming Жыл бұрын
I've never heard of a solution for unbricking a device from trying to root it. There isn't any root solution for the 3+.
@suhtangwong Жыл бұрын
Retroid better have warranty for this, I'm not buying another rp3 rp3+ rp4 rp4+ within the next month. 🤦🏿♂️
@Dom-if1rr Жыл бұрын
probably should have unplugged battery first
@pierpaolospagnolo9595 Жыл бұрын
Just got a retroid pocket 3+ and none of the buttons are working, I am extremely dissapointed. Now I wrote to the company, but who knows... My recommendation, don't buy it!
@KeiRetroGaming Жыл бұрын
Retroid has excellent customer service, they should be able to help you get your product warrantied and get a replacement out through the discord channel here. Put a ticket in and Retroid Joye should be able to reply to your concerns when she's online: discord.gg/uwWV6NECkJ
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