PS2 V9, MI Green Dot, Erratic Bootup?

[emccarron]

I've installed the MI Chip, it boots probably 50% of the time. Half the time it hangs on the 'Matrix' splash screen. This is with a legit game. I've tried several real games (not burnt) and they all act the same.

If I disable chip by holding 'start' on pad 1 while booting, it shows disabled, and boots 100%.

FW is at 1.68 according to splash screen, I've not flashed it yet.

How critical are the wiring paths, ie, is noise a possible problem?

Thanks,

Ed

[emccarron]

Updated to lastest fw, still same problem. If I restart PS2 with the DVD tray open, it boots via the Infinity 100%.

[emccarron]

Probably answered my own question. Standard "try this newb' tip seems to be shorten lead length and minimize crossovers - two things I know I've done badly.

Tomorrows project - dress it up a bit.

[emccarron]

Before I tear this thing apart again...

Can anyone recommend the 'accepted' location to mount the chip in a v9 to minimize lead length?

Thanks!

[jonkim2002]

This isn't my image, but this is where I put the chip and seems to be the accepted location.

[emccarron]

Makes a hell of a lot more sense than where I put it. Thanks!

[broodje]

yes, i had the same problem when i installed my MI chip.

i have shortend the wires, and presto, its booting 100% now for over 4 years

[emccarron]

Re: that last pcture:

The "H" wire does not seem to be attached. Reasoning???

[broodje]

H wire is for japanses consoles only.