Yeah, those are just lying around everywhere. Too little amperage can slowly damage the console (whereas too many amps can just make the console a little warmer). You can switch the cables on the supplies internally, but probabbly not worth the effort. Works great and it only takes up one outlet. I've had good results with the one that has two cords on it: 1 for sega, and 1 for SNES. Controller port 1 is iffy at best. These power supplies are all over Ebay.Well obviously. Around here, I think plenty of us just have those lying around. Is there a definative ruling on Sega Genesis power adapters and what might be used as a substitute? lower than what the label says. I've had good results with the one that has two cords on it: 1 for sega, and 1 for SNES. I have 3 Model 1 RF cables, but no Model 2 RF or AV cables! If you are getting a generic PSU, test it's voltage and amperage before using it to ensure absolute peak performance with your Genesis.I don't like the generic power supplies. The … I know the Model 1 and the Sega CD take the same power supply.I've read that some have had success with using a NES power supply with the Model 1 Genny, but to NOT use it with the Sega CD? Be vary careful of this! How to clean the Sega Genesis game port On the other hand, I have many many extra Atari and nintendo power supplies.
I have seen videos from the early 90s about repairing SNES power supplies so I imagine it's possible to fix certain problems but yeah it might not be cost … I've been using aftermarket power supplies for my Gen1's and SMS systems that I've sold. I think sometimes we forget that not everyone has a big pile of classic game consoles in the corner.Well, I have all those systems too, and they are all in use. Jaguar supplies and TG16 will also work on Gen1 and SMS.Is using a SMS supply safe with a Model 1 Genesis? SMS used 1 amp while genesis used 1.2 amps. The Sega Genesis (also known as the Mega Drive) is Sega's most successful video game console. And vice versa.I've made it a point to grab a spare for a power supply if I find it at a thrift, and don't have a spare available, and that I don't see the matching console anywhere around the thrift at the time.I appreciate the suggestions, but come on guys! I've been using aftermarket power supplies for my Gen1's and SMS systems that I've sold. I always knew Nintendo was an asshole... Generic AC Adapters can be used in place of official ones, but keep in mind that they often output a current (sometimes even voltage!) Sega recommends use of the Genesis cord on the SMS. The suggested retail price at the time was $190 (US).Fix common problems with the Sega Genesis using the The NES's adapter outputs However, the NES can accept DC power much the same as AC, so it can use a Genesis adapter no problem. That's what I've been doing.Are you kidding? The Sega Genesis was released in 1988 in Japan, and subsequently in 1989 in the United States. You might not need every tool for every procedure.The Sega Genesis is a video game console that typically comes in black and consists of two controller ports, a power switch, a volume slider, a reset button, and a game port.The Sega Genesis was released in 1988 in Japan, and subsequently in 1989 in the United States. I say BS. As for replacements, I smacketh thy neighbor who said to use an NES supply.
They said it held up better.The Atari Jaguar supply will work with the model 1 Genesis, actually. Power LED Jaguar, TG16? I recently spent 14.00 on a Genesis just because it had the power supply.Model 1 Genesis PSUs certainly are a pain to find. Yeah, those are just lying around everywhere. I'm trying to sell off some of my extra junk and need to figure this out.I have at least 3 Model 1 Gennys and a Model 2 Sega CD, as well as a Model 2 Genny.I have no Model 1 power adapters, but a couple of Model 2 power adapters. If you read my original post, I need inexpensive power supplies that I can bundle up with systems I want to sell, so jag or tg16's would be a little silly in my opinion. I have the same problem. I am still on the hunt for a SMS/Genesis1/Sega CD supply. Using the NES power supply will work but fry the Sega in time. Jaguar supplies and TG16 will also work on Gen1 and SMS. I just paid 2.00 for original NES AV cables.the yellow and red ones just so I can have a complete in the box system. It just seems like every time I pick up a Sega lot at a yard sale, the stupid PS is always missing.
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