Introduction: DIY Game Soldering Kit

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This is a DIY game console soldering kit that includes four classic games, each with its own distinctive sound effects. The console allows you to adjust both the brightness and volume for a personalized gaming experience. Furthermore, the console features an integrated design for the casing, making gameplay more comfortable and convenient.

Supplies

Step 1: Micro USB Female Socket

Micro USB Female Socket at USB.

Note: Adjacent pads cannot be blocked by tin. Or intsall it after buttons.

Step 2: Resistor, Electrolytic Capacitor, Ceramic Capacitor

10Kohm Metal Film Resistor at R1; 10uF Electrolytic Capacitor at C1; 0.1uF Ceramic Capacitor at C2. 

Step 3: Toggle Swtich

Toggle Swtich at S1.

Note: Soldering iron can’t be in contact with the pins for a long time, otherwise it will damage the black plastic due to high temperature.

Step 4: DIP-40 IC Socket

DIP-40 IC Socket at U1.

Its notch corresponds to the position of the mark.

Step 5: Red 3Bit Digtal Tube

Red 3Bit Digtal Tube at LED3.

Note: 3 decimal points at the bottom.

Step 6: Red 8*8 Dot Matrix Screen

Red 8*8 Dot Matrix Screen at LED1/LED2.

Note: silk screen printing side at the bottom.

Step 7: Black Button

Black Button at S2-S6.

Ensure that each pin is fully inserted into the soldering hole.

Step 8: S8550 Transistor

S8550 Transistor at Q1. 

Pay attention to the installation direction .

Step 9: Buzzer

Buzzer at LS1.

Note: the ‘ + ’ pin is positive pole and connect to the ‘ + ’ pad. 

Step 10: Insert STC15F2K60S2

Insert STC15F2K60S2 into IC Socket.

Note: Its notch markings are used to determine the installation direction.

Step 11: Red Button Cap

Place red button cap on black button.

Step 12: Metal Battery Connector

Metal Battery Connector with spring is negative pole.

Cut ONE pin from negative.

Insert them to the corresponding position.

Step 13: All Pins

All pins are bent outward.

Step 14: Add Soldering Tin

Add soldering tin on the positive and negative electrodes.

But avoid damaging the casing due to high temperature.

Step 15: Wire Connection

Red wire connect to positive pin and black wire connect to negative pin.

Step 16: Wire Connection

Red wire from battery box connect to ‘ + ’ pad on PCB and black to ‘ - ’ pad.

Step 17: 3pcs AAA Battery

Install 3pcs AAA Battery.

Note: batteries are not included in packing. Users need to prepare your own batteries.

Step 18: Black Sponge

Place black sponge on battery.

It’s used to prevent the battery from loosening or damaged by solder pad pins.

Step 19: Fix the Casing

Adjusting the battery wires and Align screw fix installation holes.

Fix the casing, but do not apply excessive force, otherwise the casing will be damaged.

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