{"product_id":"picoloader-ode-picoboot-style-flex-cable-and-bracket-bundle-for-panasonic-q-2-flex-makeo","title":"PicoLoader ODE Picoboot style flex cable and bracket bundle for Panasonic Q - 2 flex | Makeo","description":"\u003cb\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- PicoLoader ODE kit made specifically for the Panasonic Q\u003cbr\u003e- Picoboot style mod that keeps the original disc drive\u003cbr\u003e- No soldering to the Panasonic Q motherboard\u003cbr\u003e- Includes 2x Panasonic Q flex PCBs, diode, 3D printed bracket and screws\u003cbr\u003e- Raspberry Pi Pico not included – soldering required to fit your Pico and the diode to the flex\u003cbr\u003e- \u003cb\u003eCare must be taken not to fold or hard crease the flex\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe PicoLoader is a straightforward and cost effective Picoboot style modification, here in a version designed by Makeo specifically for the Panasonic Q. It is ideal if you want to run homebrew such as Swiss on your Q without permanently modding the motherboard or sacrificing the original disc drive.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe PicoLoader emulates a disc drive during boot, loads a homebrew app (usually Swiss) and then hands control back to the original drive, so you can still play your physical discs.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInstallation is through a flex PCB that fits into the drive connector, so nothing is soldered to the console itself. Your own Raspberry Pi Pico (not included) and the supplied diode are soldered to the flex PCB before fitting. The Pico needs the PicoLoader firmware loaded from a PC, so you will also need a micro USB cable and a computer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWarning! Installation Caution — Please Read First\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDo NOT fold the flex ribbon cable!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe flex cable is very thin, and internal traces can break if sharply creased. Only bend it to form smooth curves, no hard folds. A spare flex and a fold key are included, but we cannot replace flex cables damaged during installation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTake extra care during soldering:\u003c\/b\u003e Flex PCBs can delaminate if overheated. We recommend low melting point solder and keeping iron contact time as short as possible.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis kit is for the Panasonic Q only and is not compatible with a standard Nintendo GameCube. There are no dedicated step-by-step instructions for the Panasonic Q; follow the normal PicoLoader installation guide together with the Panasonic Q notes on the PicoLoader wiki, and the Makeo community Discord for help.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ehttps:\/\/github.com\/makeo\/PicoLoader\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ehttps:\/\/github.com\/makeo\/PicoLoader\/wiki\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat's in the Box?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- 2x Panasonic Q flex PCBs (one spare)\u003cbr\u003e- 1x Fold key to help shape the flex\u003cbr\u003e- 1x 1N5819 Schottky diode\u003cbr\u003e- 1x 3D printed bracket\u003cbr\u003e- 2x M2 screws\u003cbr\u003e- 1x Drive plug (for installs without a drive)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat else will you need?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Raspberry Pi Pico (not included)\u003cbr\u003e- Soldering iron and solder, low melting point solder recommended\u003cbr\u003e- #2 and #0 or #1 Phillips screwdrivers\u003cbr\u003e- Tweezers\u003cbr\u003e- Micro USB cable and a computer to load the firmware to the Pico\u003cbr\u003e- SD2SP2, SD Gecko or similar for storage with Swiss\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLicense and recognition:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOpen Source \u0026amp; Community-Powered\u003cbr\u003eOpen-Source license under the GPL-2.0 license\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSpecial thanks to Makeo for developing this project with help from the community, including Silversteel, TeamOffBroadway, Extrems, emukidid and everyone involved in creating Swiss, and novenary (9ary) for gekkoboot.\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,HOT,VENT,GUIDE\" data-zl-file=\"ZL-IF-MAKEO\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSafety information:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Not a toy. Keep out of reach of children.\u003cbr\u003e- Small parts – choking hazard.\u003cbr\u003e- Soldering required – ventilate, beware hot iron.\u003cbr\u003e- Switch off, unplug and remove any batteries before fitting.\u003cbr\u003e- Fits listed models only – do not force.\u003cbr\u003e- Fitting guides: zedlabz.com\/blogs\/guides\u003cbr\u003e- Follow the manufacturer's instructions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"zl-mfr\"\u003eBrand \/ manufacturer: Makeo · Importer \/ seller: Assecure Ltd (ZedLabz), The Outbuildings, Grove Farm Road, Maldon, Essex, CM9 8LR, UK · support@zedlabz.com\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"zl-eurp\"\u003eEU responsible person (for authorities only): FFB Estonia OÜ · Päevalille tn 6-15, Haabersti linnaosa, 13517 Tallinn, Harju maakond, Estonia · finance_estonia@fulfillment-box.com\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ZedLabz","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68069895110908,"sku":"001181","price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1810\/1427\/files\/rxhc4mkl54y.jpg?v=1793776310","url":"https:\/\/www.zedlabz.com\/products\/picoloader-ode-picoboot-style-flex-cable-and-bracket-bundle-for-panasonic-q-2-flex-makeo","provider":"ZedLabz","version":"1.0","type":"link"}