N64 portable question

[ninjamonkey]

Hey I have a question about the TI PTH0800 for the N64 portable. Does it matter what version it is? whether its the PTH0800W or WAH?

[dsv101]

i recommend the pth08080WAS:

[ninjamonkey]

Do you still use the same size resistor as the original schematic?

[blaze3927]

same yes, 1/4watts and 1/2 watts both work fine

[ninjamonkey]

One more question, what would be the best way to cool the N64? The OEM heat sinks have fallen off and ones disappeared, so I need to come up with a new way to cool the system. Can you use a small computer fan to cool the system??

[blaze3927]

One more question, what would be the best way to cool the N64? The OEM heat sinks have fallen off and ones disappeared, so I need to come up with a new way to cool the system. Can you use a small computer fan to cool the system??

best bet is to get some small efficient heatsinks, if you have good heatsinks and a small about of ventilation a fan is probably not necessary

[ninjamonkey]

Last question (I hope): what is the best size battery to use? and what would I use to charge them?

And what are the plugs that I would want to use if I want to make an video and audio output port?

[dsv101]

Last question (I hope): what is the best size battery to use? and what would I use to charge them?

A 7.4v lipo cell OR two 3.7v in a 7.4v pack. at least 2500 mAh

And what are the plugs that I would want to use if I want to make an video and audio output port?

If it is just audio and composite you only need 4 connections, but if you are making a port mine as well do the hole shebang and include external controller support as well. But if it is just a/v a usb plug to a/v plugs would be a nice home brew cable, and sufficient for the job

[hidiosoman]

All lipo cells are 3.7v

Buy two 3.7v 5000 mAh cells from batteryspace.com with a 7.4v pcb and charger.