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Slot Loading Nintendo Game System - Part 1

Sunday, February 10th, 2013 – running time 16:45

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Ben takes apart a NES and gets to work modding the circuitry and building a new cartridge connector.

In part 1 of this Nintendo Entertainment System project, Ben begins what will become a slot loading Nintendo console. He starts off by taking apart the NES and modding the circuitry as well as building a new connector for the cartridge.


Be sure to tune in to The Ben Heck Show at 9pm on 2/17 for part 2!

Ben News - Pinball Controller Board

Ben shows off the custom pinball controller board he created.

00:49 | Play

Blast from the Past - History of the Nintendo

Ben provides background information on the NES and discusses the mods he has planned.

01:24 | Play

Hacking the Console

Ben opens up the NES and takes a look inside.

03:24 | Play

Modding the Circuitry

Ben gets to work desoldering.

06:21 | Play

More Modding

Ben disables the lock out chip and adds stereo sound.

08:08 | Play

Man Vs. Wire

Ben continues modding the NES circuit board.

10:01 | Play

New Cartridge Connector - First Attempt

Ben tries out his idea for a new cartridge connector.

12:10 | Play

Basic Cartridge Connector

Ben shows the new cartridge connector and explains how it should work.

14:00 | Play

Rants and Raves - Nintendo Entertainment System

Ben rants and raves.

14:56 | Play

Viewer Question - What material do you use with your CNC?

Ben answers a viewer question.

15:48 | Play

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The Ben Heck Show
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Season 3 premieres November 5th with brand new episodes each week! Tune in to join master hacker, engineer, and conjurer of cool stuff Ben Heck as he tackles all new projects. Submit YOUR idea for what Ben should build next at BenHeck@Revision3.com.
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