recapping services - RetroPassion Ltd

Amstrad CPC6128 Recapping Service

Amstrad CPC6128 recapping service, the following models are covered using this service: This is not a repair service but a maintenance service and boards should be in working order. What's included?

Check of the board before recapping is begun.
Removal of existing capacitors (radial capacitors).
Cleanup and preparation of area.
Replace using tier one capacitors.
Retest (Video, Audio)

Whole units can be sent (no need to send just the motherboard).

£27.49 Ex. VAT Read more

Atari Lynx Replacement Screen using a new IPS screen for bright and vibrant colours.

Atari Lynx Replacement Screen Upgrade Service (all versions)

Atari Lynx replacement screen upgrade service which covers both Atari Lynx MK I and Atari Lynx MK II. We will supply and fit a modern solution called CleanScreen which uses an IPS screen and provides a vibrant clean image and also uses less power! CleanScreen also provides the user options via a key combination:

Pixel Grids
Colour Modes
VGA Out (contact us for this mod to be added)

What's included:

CleanScreen Board
CleanScreen LCD Ribbon
CleanScreen Button Ribbon
Atari Lynx IPS Screen
CleanScreen LCD Bracket
Full installation and testing

We can also offer a recapping service for both Atari Lynx MK I and MKII

£99.99 Ex. VAT Read more

Sound Blaster Recapping Service (AWE64)

Sound Blaster Recapping Service (AWE64) recapping service. Also available for other PC sound cards with with a maximum of 30 capacitors. If you have a sound card that has less than 20 or more than 30, please contact us for a quote as you can imagine there are lots of difference sound cards out there! What's included:

Removal of all through hole capacitors
Replace with good quality capacitors

We are able to recap most PC items, so please do contact us with pics and we can provide a quote.

£33.33 Ex. VAT Read more

SNES Modding Service Region Free 50/60hz

SNES Region Free, Switchless, DeJitter 50/60hz Modding Service

SNES region free, switchless, deJitter DFO modding service. Free your Super Nintendo or Super Famicom from being locked to one region with this modification. Play any region Super Nintendo or Super Famicom PAL or NTSC and play it how it was meant to be played. What does the modification do?

Works with all revisions of SNES or Super Famicom games console.
SuperCIC: Lockout chip replacement 50Hz/60Hz switch capability.
uIGR - Use the controller to perform resets or 60Hz and 50Hz switching.
Region Patch: Overrides region protection based on picture processing status reads.
DeJitter: Removes jitter on sync for NTSC mode.
DFO: Dual Frequency Oscillator, used to switch between base clocks for 50Hz, 60Hz video-modes.
Premium ENIG (gold immersion) finish.

Full Details: SuperCIC By holding down the reset button on the console this will switch between 50Hz (green LED), 60Hz (red LED) or Auto-Region (yellow LED). If you have a SD2SNES you are able to pair the SuperCIC with the flash card. With this you are able to switch between 60Hz and 50Hz mode. However, you need to have the uIGR, which is master for the region setting, in SuperCIC pass through mode. uIGR The uIGR looks at the controller inputs directly and is then able to detect certain button combinations. All button combinations are highlighted below: Region forcing:

60Hz: L + R + Select + A
50Hz: L + R + Select + Y
Auto: L + R + Select + B
S-CIC pass through: L + R + Select + D-pad left OR L + R + Select + D-pad right

Reset:

Simple reset: L + R + Select + Start
Double reset (back to main menu of sd2snes): L + R + Select + X

Region Patch Overwrites region if game request register $213F, where bit 4 represents the region. You also have to consider switching off the region patch if using non-original cartridges or flash cards (sd2snes with Pairmode with SuperCIC is not a problem). DeJitter While in NTSC mode the SNES outputs a shorter scanline in non-visible area. This might be an issue for certain TVs if you use pure analog to digital conversion without frame buffer like the OSSC does. DeJitter ‘removes’ this shorter line by pausing the clock for a few cycles. As drawback this mechanic varies output timing a bit, however the inaccuracy is neglectable when comparing it to clock variations throughout different consoles. At the moment, DeJitter is enabled by default and can only be disabled by setting jumper SJ31. DFO Short for Dual Frequency Oscillator. Actually in combination with the CPLD this allows to switch between three output clocks plus two colour carrier clocks. The service includes:

Testing of the SNES or Super Famicom beforehand
Full strip down of the console
Full Installation of the SNES MultiRegion with DeJitter QID modification
Testing using PAL and JAP (NTSC) gaming cartridges
Final testing and video taken of unit working and switching.

We can also offer a full recapping service and regulator upgrade.

£79.16 Ex. VAT Read more

Sega Triple Bypass for Mega drive or Genesis

Sega Triple Bypass installation service for Mega Drive / Genesis

Sega Triple Bypass Installation service for Sega Mega Drive & Genesis MK1 or Mk2. Now you can have the best RGB video and audio from your Sega Mega Drive or Sega Genesis, this installation service includes a full refurbishment of your console and includes recapping.

The service includes:

Testing of Sega Mega Drive/Genesis beforehand
Full recapping of the mainboard
Installation of the Sega Triple Bypass Modification for RGB
Complete Audio modification to go through Triple Bypass - Aidio will now comeout of the mini DIN.
Add fixes to reduce jailbars and 'RAM' noise (add pullup resistors and 2 capacitors)
Final testing and video taken of unit working.
Includes new Mini DIN to RGB Scart Lead

Overall, this is the best video and audio you will see on the beloved Sega Mega Drive/Genesis.

What is the Triple Bypass Modification?

The modification uses the latest THS7374 amp and uses bypass circuitry to improve RGB signal clarity.
A Mega Amp 2.0 audio amp is used which improves the audio compared to a stock Megadrive / Genesis.
Jumpers are applied which allow you to choose between many audio configurations.
Audio optimised with the MDFourier project to match the best audio quality that comes from a new Model 1.
Low-pass filter toggle.
The modfication is professionally assembled using high-quality components from JP & USA. Brands such as Nichicon, Vishay, Panasonic.
Premium ENIG (gold immersion) finish.

This is not a repair service, this is for working units only.

£120.83 Ex. VAT Read more

Apple Macintosh LC II Recapping Service Premium

Apple Macintosh LC II recapping service premium, all board revisions, all electrolytic capacitors are replaced. The Apple Macintosh LC II logic board is recapped using high quality capacitors.

Removal of existing capacitors.
Clean-up and preparation of area.
Replace all surface mount capacitors using polymer (non leaking) capacitors.

NOTE this is not a repair service, the logic board needs to be in working order as recapping is a preventative measure.

£41.66 Ex. VAT Add to basket

Apple Macintosh LC475 Recapping Service Premium

Apple Macintosh LC475 recapping service premium, all board revisions, all electrolytic capacitors are replaced. The Apple Macintosh LC475 logic board is recapped using high quality capacitors.

Removal of existing capacitors.
Clean-up and preparation of area.
Replace all surface mount capacitors using polymer (non leaking) capacitors.

NOTE this is not a repair service, the logic board needs to be in working order as recapping is a preventative measure.

£33.33 Ex. VAT Add to basket

Macintosh Quadra 840AV Recapping Service Premium

Macintosh Quadra 840AV recapping service premium, all board revisions, all electrolytic capacitors are replaced. The Macintosh Quadra 840AV logic board is recapped using high quality capacitors.

Removal of existing capacitors.
Clean-up and preparation of area.
Replace all surface mount capacitors using polymer (non leaking) capacitors.

NOTE this is not a repair service, the logic board needs to be in working order as recapping is a preventative measure.

£49.99 Ex. VAT Add to basket

Power Macintosh Performa 6100 Recapping Service Premium

Power Macintosh Performa 6100 recapping service premium, all board revisions, all electrolytic capacitors are replaced. The Power Macintosh 6100 logic board is recapped using high quality capacitors.

Removal of existing capacitors.
Clean-up and preparation of area.
Replace all surface mount capacitors using polymer (non leaking) capacitors.

NOTE this is not a repair service, the logic board needs to be in working order as recapping is a preventative measure.

£41.66 Ex. VAT Add to basket

Sega Dreamcast Recapping Service

Sega Dreamcast recapping service which is an extensive service for your Dreamcast which includes:

Mainboard recapped
CD Drive unit recapped
Power Supply (PSU) recapped

We can also offer the GDEMU Optical Drive is a memory card based replacement for the optical drive for Dreamcast VA1 versions we can also offer controller port, battery replacments if required. The service includes:

Testing of Sega Dreamcast Unit
Removal of through hole and SMD Capacitors from mainboard, PSU and optical drive
Any leakage cleaned up and prepped.
Replacement Electrolytic capacitors like for like
Final testing

Note this is not a repair service, Sega Dreamcast recapping service is a good preventative measure.

£45.83 Ex. VAT Read more

Apple Mac Classic II Analogue Board Recapping

Macintosh Classic II Analogue Board Recapping

Macintosh Classic II analogue board recapping service, all board revisions, all electrolytic capacitors are replaced using high quality capacitors.

Removal of existing capacitors.
Clean-up and preparation of area.

We also offer a Apple Mac Classic II Logic Board recapping service.

NOTE this is NOT a repair service, the Apple Mac Classic II needs to be in working order - All we need is the analogue board to be sent.

£74.99 Ex. VAT Add to basket

Atari 7800 Console Composite Modification

Atari 7800 console composite modification service which includes:

Removal of current modulator
Removal of a components no longer required
Install new Composite modification PCB and leads
Install 3 new phono sockets (Video and 2 x Audio mono sound) in to case
Play Astroids!

The Atari 7800 composite mod provides the best picture for the granddaddy of the 8bit consoles with clean picture and sound. Recapping service also available if required.

Worldwide shipping available simply contact us for a shipping quote.

£36.99 Ex. VAT Read more