{"product_id":"picoloader-ode-picoboot-for-nintendo-gamecube-pre-assembled-installation-ready-zedlabz","title":"PicoLoader ODE Picoboot for Nintendo GameCube pre-assembled \u0026 installation ready | Makeo","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003ePicoLoader flex 1.4 for Nintendo GameCube\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003ePre assembled, solderless version by Makeo\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003ePicoloader firmware \u0026amp; swiss preinstalled.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine Raspberry Pi chip.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare must be taken when installing not to break the ribbon as it is fragile.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes 3D printed bracket for mounting.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe PicoLoader is straightforward and cost effective picoboot style modification for the Nintendo GameCube. It is perfect for those diving into homebrew or eager to expand their console’s capabilities, whilst avoiding perminently modding the motherboard, or sacrificing the original DVD drive.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis model is designed and by the creator of Picloader, and offers the benefit having a replacable ribbon flex and being solderless. The benefit of having the ribbon detached from the pico is that you do not have the weight of the pico board when trying to install the flex, you also have a second chance ribbon if you do not fold the first ribbon correctly, plus further ribbon replacements can also be purchased seperately as required.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarning! Installation Caution — Please Read First\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo NOT fold the flex ribbon cable!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe flex cable is very thin, and internal traces can break if sharply creased. Only bend it to form smooth curves—no hard folds allowed. We will not provide replacements for folded ribbon cables, you will need to purchase a replacement ribbon flex if you damage the two included ribbons.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA free 3D printed folding tool is included as one option for creating the folds needed for the installation of this mod.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFurther description:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe PicoLoader uses the same tiny Raspberry Pi Pico to allow homebrew loading, but requires no soldering to the motherboard, plus it retains the original disc drive for your physical games.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe main difference with installing the picoloader is that there is no soldering to the consoles motherboard, instead the flex is carefully bend into the shape of the DVD drive connection port and it intercepts the same connection pins as the original DVD drive.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe solderless install Rasberry pico is include in this kit and is pre-loaded with the firmware, no need to set it up on a PC.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat’s in the Box?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003ePico Loader 1.4 flex ribbon preassembled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo ribbon flex cables.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003ePre-installed software.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eMounting bracket for install into the GameCube.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat else will you need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eScrewdrivers and gamebit tools for opening gamecube (not included)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eSD2SP2 or similar to load software from a memory card (not included)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRevision notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the first public iteration of the solderless PicoLoader, produced by the original creator as the optimal model for installing this mod, so far feedback on the solderless version is good and the benefits over DIY versions and those without a replacable ribbon are being seen through succesful installs.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eAs an evolving project, future versions may be refined or updated, the current version being provided is 1.4, it is expected that other versions may be made which will offer variants but possibly not replace this version entirely.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLicense and recognition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eOpen Source \u0026amp; Community-Powered\u003cbr\u003eOpen‑Source license under the GPL‑2.0 license\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eHuge thanks to the modding enthusiasts, developers, and contributors who made PicoLoader possible. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eSpecial Thanks to:\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eMakeo for developing this project with help from the community.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eSilversteel for his help, especially for making the flex PCBs and mounts\u003cbr\u003e- TeamOffBroadway for the amazing idea to use a flex PCB to intercept the drive signals\u003cbr\u003e- Extrems, emukidid and everyone involved in creating swiss\u003cbr\u003e- novenary (9ary) for gekkoboot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"zl-diy\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDIY part.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a DIY part for you to fit yourself. Fitting needs care and, where stated, soldering or other technical skills – see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/zedlabz.com\/blogs\/guides\"\u003efitting guides\u003c\/a\u003e. We're not responsible for damage caused by incorrect fitting, or for an existing fault in your console. Replacing a part may not fix your fault, as faults can have more than one cause. This doesn't affect your statutory rights.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"zl-safety\" class=\"zl-safety\" data-zl-ver=\"1.0\" data-zl-sym=\"SP,KOR,GUIDE\" data-zl-file=\"ZL-IF-MAKEO\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSafety information:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Not a toy. 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