Description The Game Boy Color USB-C Charging Kit PRO is a new circuit designed specifically for the Nintendo Game Boy Color. This all-in-one circuit includes not only the charging controller but also a boost converter and audio amplifier. Modern IPS displays with backlighting require more power than the original display, and flash carts used to load numerous games can quickly drain the battery. To truly enjoy the games, it is recommended to use a rechargeable battery instead of AA batteries. However, simply using a rechargeable battery is not sufficient. The increased power consumption puts a strain on the original electronics, potentially causing noise in the speaker or headphones. The typical solution is to add a charging circuit for the battery and a power converter to replace the old, inefficient one included in the GBC. Some individuals also add an audio amplifier to enhance the sound quality of the speaker. All these modifications make the GBC function optimally. However, installing them requires numerous cables and may be challenging for individuals without sufficient knowledge. Typical installation of the 3 modules: Photo by Sascha This board adds all these features with a clean and straightforward installation: Board version 3.1 FEATURES Exact shape for Game Boy Color. Li-Ion battery charger via USB-C with overvoltage and undervoltage protection. DC to DC converter with 5V output. (The board doesn’t support the original screen, only IPS screens are supported) Safe charge and play (from v3.1). Audio amplifier for the speaker. Integrated LED indicators on the main board, next to the USB port, for charging the battery (red) and full battery (green). These can be disabled via the SJ1 jumper. External LED indicators board for playing (white), charging the battery (red), and full battery (green). Optional installation. INCLUDED 1 frame panel, which includes the two boards: Main board. Light board. 1 battery cable (with JST SH1.0 connector) 1 two-wire cable for connecting the light board. 1 single-wire cable for connecting the board to the sound pad. 1 light diffuser pipe. REQUIRED (NOT INCLUDED) Li-ion battery (for example, 123048, perfect for an IPS V3 laminated screen shell) New 8Ω 1W speaker (optional but recommended to avoid noise, for example, this one) New capacitors (optional but recommended to avoid noise) Cutting tool (optional but recommended) Tri-wing and Philips screwdrivers Cutting pliers Cutter Tweezers Soldering iron Tin Flux Isopropyl alcohol NOTES The latest version is 3.3. This is a note for v2.3, which doesn’t properly support “Safe charge and play.” Please, DO NOT charge and play at the same time to avoid any problems. (Read more about it here) PRODUCT FEATURE OVERVIEW Charger Power Conv. 5V Power Conv. -19V Audio Amp Light board AAA/AA batteries USB-C DC Jack GBP GBC ✔ ❌ ❌ ❌ ✔ ❌ ✔ ❌ GB2 ✔ ✔ ❌ ❌ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ This product ✔ ✔ ❌ ✔ ✔ ❌ ✔ ❌ DOCUMENTATION Installation guide PDF (Current version) Installation guide PDF (Only v2.3) Video installation (v2.2) Video installation by Makho GitHub repository
