Somebody help me!

[Arjak]

Today, I tried to start up my Duo RX and it wouldn't work!

I have reason to believe it might be the power supply. I was twisting the cord around the plug box for storage in a way that twists the place where the cord connects to the plug. I also wasn't using a voltage adapter.

Can anyone send me a new one? I promise I'll treat it better!

[Necromancer]

If you don't have a hard-on for an original adapter, you can nab an aftermarket adapter from Amazon or RadioShack.

[BlackandBlue]

Are you sure that the TV is on the right input?  Just asking cause I went through this already.  I freaked out since there was a HU in it, but nothing "worked".  Forgot that the light is for disc access and the TV was on the wrong input (my gameroom (aka basement) needs a bit of an overhaul that is starting this weekend for easier use).

If you don't have a hard-on for an original adapter, you can nab an aftermarket adapter from Amazon or RadioShack.

I must say Necro, I love your sense of humor.  I think I have laughed at almost all of your posts.

[Arkhan]

I second Black and Blues's comment.  I did the same thing.  Check all your inputs, and put a CD in and press run to see if the disc does stuff

But if it really r dead, Radioshack has a perfect adapter for 20$

http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2552560

I got one, it worked.

but then I realized my actual Duo one worked, so i went back to the store and returned it.

[BlackandBlue]

I second Zeon's comment. 

Zeon?   

[Arkhan]

I second Zeon's comment. 

Zeon?   

oh. woops.

it was early and i was sleepy.  I saw your avatar and thought it was his face thing.

>_P

[Arjak]

It definitely wasn't the TV setting; I checked several times. I also tested the socket I was using; It worked.

No, it's definitely something related to my system. I hope it's just the power supply...

[Arjak]

So I got my new power supply and guess what?

My system still doesn't work!

What should I check next?

[Necromancer]

What should I check next?

Did you make sure the wall outlet has power (seriously)?  Are you operating the power switch correctly (not seriously).  Crack that sucker open and check the fuse.

[Arjak]

Through the use of (Dad's) process of elimination, I have discovered a new clue.

When I tried a CD game, I forgot to press Run! I have just tried starting up a CD game, this time remembering to do so, and the "Busy" light came on!

Furthermore, my Dad found that something is wrong with the audio/video cable.

I believe the problem may be the cord connecting to the TV. Can anyone tell me where I can get a new one?

[Necromancer]

I believe the problem may be the cord connecting to the TV. Can anyone tell me where I can get a new one?

Check with fellow member pcenginesales; I believe she builds custom A/V cables.  First though, make certain that the cable is bad and not the socket.  The ports sometimes get a bit wonky over time but are easily fixed with a little soldering.

[Arkhan]

Through the use of (Dad's) process of elimination, I have discovered a new clue.

When I tried a CD game, I forgot to press Run! I have just tried starting up a CD game, this time remembering to do so, and the "Busy" light came on!

Furthermore, my Dad found that something is wrong with the audio/video cable.

I believe the problem may be the cord connecting to the TV. Can anyone tell me where I can get a new one?

that damn busy light is a nuisance!  When AV doesnt work and you flip the switch and get no light you immediately think OH NO ITS DEAD.

I think you're the 3rd person (including me) to have that happen.



Whats the scoop? Did you ever get a new cable.?

[Arjak]

I went to pcenginesales' online store and bought a new A/V cable for my Duo RX and, just for fun, my Sega Genesis. Hopefully they will come soon.

I was still using an RF box for my Genesis, so this should be interesting.

Anyway, they had BETTER come soon, considering that right before I found out my Duo wasn't working, I ordered a bunch of games for it! Had to tell the seller what was going on, and that he'd have to wait on his feedback. :oops:

[Arkhan]

I went to pcenginesales' online store and bought a new A/V cable for my Duo RX and, just for fun, my Sega Genesis. Hopefully they will come soon.

I was still using an RF box for my Genesis, so this should be interesting.

Anyway, they had BETTER come soon, considering that right before I found out my Duo wasn't working, I ordered a bunch of games for it! Had to tell the seller what was going on, and that he'd have to wait on his feedback. :oops:

lol ouch.


hmm I use RF on my genny.  Does the genny 1 even have AV out ?  Id love to get me a cable for that.

[Arjak]

hmm I use RF on my genny.  Does the genny 1 even have AV out ?  Id love to get me a cable for that.

You're in luck...

http://www.retro-accessories.co.uk/

Go buy yourself that cable, Arkhan! For Great Justice!