{"product_id":"ps2-slim-methylene-standalone","title":"PS2 Slim Methylene – STANDALONE","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This product requires soldering into a retro console.  The buyer takes full responsibility for the installations, use and operation of this modification device. It is assumed that you've done your research and that you know what you are purchasing and how to install it or are contracting a reputable installer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded in your order:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e– Methylene board for Slim or later model PS2 \u003cbr\u003e– ESP32 module pre-flashed with a Blueretro modified to work differently for console startup management\u003cbr\u003e– Extended wired Bluetooth antenna\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003clabel for=\"addon-3331-0\" class=\"wc-pao-addon-name\" data-addon-name=\"Include onboard buzzer\" data-has-per-person-pricing=\"\" data-has-per-block-pricing=\"\"\u003eInclude onboard pcb buzzer\/speaker option:\u003c\/label\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wc-pao-addon-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlays a short melody on startup\/shutdown\/reset, see video at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gusse.in\/shop\/ps2-modding-parts\/ps2-slim-methylene-standalone\/\" title=\"https:\/\/gusse.in\/shop\/ps2-modding-parts\/ps2-slim-methylene-standalone\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGusse.in\u003c\/a\u003e – other melodies may be added via an update.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"mb-3\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePS2 Methylene is an internal bluetooth adapter board utilizing the great Blueretro HW2 project.  It is compatible with all controllers supported by Blueretro.  There is no easier way to use modern controllers with retro consoles.  Cleaning and repairing DualShock 2 controllers isn't necessary anymore!\u003cbr\u003eThis version \u003cstrong\u003eintegrates the ESP32 module pre-flashed\u003c\/strong\u003e with the specific version of Blueretro for Methylene.  If you choose the option above \"Soldering ...\", we'll solder it on the Methylene board for you.  Either way, you don’t need a programmer nor worry about learning how to program a factory fresh module. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMethylene for SLiM revision 0.7\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e design has been improved to allow the board to fit flat, with bigger holes on a more rigid board. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBe careful\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e not to apply too much tension, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eand don’t press\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e too hard during installation.  It's designed to flex, but not too much!  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditionally, pads were added for easily connecting an OLED screen (not included) to display the connected device and battery level (still a work in progress; currently, only the battery level for Dualshock 4 is available). It now uses an \u003cstrong\u003eESP32\u003c\/strong\u003e with a \u003cstrong\u003ewired\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eantenna \u003c\/strong\u003efor a better signal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew alternative points have been added for \u003cstrong\u003eVCC\u003c\/strong\u003e right on the board. The wired controller detection circuit has also been optimized to enable detection of a wider range of controllers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBluetooth pairing for modern controllers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal installation no cut mod\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePort connection indicator LEDs (visible only for testing without case closed from the rear of the console)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWired controller connection detection (HW2), no more conflicts with wired controllers and internal Blueretro installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemote console power-up via Bluetooth with a previously paired controller\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemote console shutdown by button combination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efuture updates with Methylene firmware using Blueretro.io via bluetooth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOption: startup\/reset\/shutdown sound, add our buzzer above or salvage a small speaker from an old PC or other electronic device\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible with PS2 Slim models:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSCPH700xx\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSCPH750xx\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSCPH770xx\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSCPH790xx (not recommended: need to cut the shell for one hole)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSCPH900xx (not recommended: as the space under the motherboard is even more restricted than on the other models, the removal of the ESP32’s metal capsule improves this)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe installation process consists of soldering the board under the motherboard. If you’ve already soldered a modchip, this is easier.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou can check the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gusse.in\/ps2-modchip-diagram-and-resources\/ps2-slim-methylene-hardware-installation-and-usage\/\" title=\"Gusse installation guide\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003einstallation guide here\u003c\/a\u003e, and a great \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gusse.in\/ps2-modchip-diagram-and-resources\/methylene-troubleshoot-guide\/\" title=\"Gusse troubleshooting\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003etroubleshooting guide here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This product requires soldering into a retro console.  The buyer takes full responsibility for the installations, use and operation of this modification device. It is assumed that you've done your research and that you know what you are purchasing and how to install it or are contracting a reputable installer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBy purchasing this board we assume you have read the full description and you know what you are buying.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis, like all pcbs sold at RingerKeys RetroModStore, cannot be returned due to the sensitive and fragile nature of printed circuit boards.  If you have any questions about this or any of our products, please \u003ca title=\"Contact Dan\" href=\"https:\/\/ringerkeys.com\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003econtact Dan\u003c\/a\u003e from the menu below. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecial thanks to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gusse.in\" title=\"Gusse\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGusse\u003c\/a\u003e for the PS2 HW2 project and allowing it to be sold here.  And otherwise just being amazing!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/github.com\/darthcloud\/BlueRetro\" title=\"GitHub\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDarthcloud\u003c\/a\u003e and the contributors for all the work done with all of the bluetooth adapters powered by Blueretro!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ringer Keys","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42371110469714,"sku":"Mslm","price":140.86,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0289\/9941\/7938\/files\/IMG_1482_3c86d1f6-475e-4bed-ad29-ff57db41d224.jpg?v=1776562828","url":"https:\/\/ringerkeys.com\/en-ca\/products\/ps2-slim-methylene-standalone","provider":"Ringer Keys","version":"1.0","type":"link"}