{"product_id":"ps2-fat-methylene-standalone","title":"PS2 Fat 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\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eIncluded in your order:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e– Methylene board for Fat or Phat or original 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\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003clabel data-has-per-block-pricing=\"\" data-has-per-person-pricing=\"\" data-addon-name=\"Include onboard buzzer\" class=\"wc-pao-addon-name\" for=\"addon-3331-0\"\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 rel=\"noopener\" title=\"https:\/\/gusse.in\/shop\/ps2-modding-parts\/ps2-slim-methylene-standalone\/\" href=\"https:\/\/gusse.in\/shop\/ps2-modding-parts\/ps2-slim-methylene-standalone\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGusse.in\u003c\/a\u003e – other melodies may be added via an update.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wc-pao-addon-description\"\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\u003cstrong\u003eTheoretically compatible with all PS2 FAT, Phat or original models. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf your controller connection board looks like \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/gusse.in\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-2.png\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ethis one\u003c\/a\u003e, it’s compatible (if you have an extra capacitor on the board, you can remove it and relocate it after the Methylene installation as shown in the installation video).\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe few minor installation problems of the “prototype” revisions have been corrected, and installation should be simplified in this final version.  Installation and functionality remain the same.  Larger holes on the pcb, and alternative points for RESET and VCC simplify the installation. 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\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTested models :\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSCPH370xx\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSCPH390xx\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSCPH500xx\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSCPH550xx\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe installation process consists of soldering the board to the controller port board and wires to VCC from the power supply and to the reset button (or mother board reset point like modchip). If you’ve already soldered a modchip, this is easier.\u003cbr\u003eYou can check the \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Gusse installation guide\" href=\"https:\/\/gusse.in\/ps2-modchip-diagram-and-resources\/ps2-fat-methylene-hardware-installation-and-usage\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003einstallation guide here\u003c\/a\u003e, and a great \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Gusse troubleshooting\" href=\"https:\/\/gusse.in\/ps2-modchip-diagram-and-resources\/methylene-troubleshoot-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003etroubleshooting guide\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 below 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 href=\"https:\/\/ringerkeys.com\/pages\/contact-us\" title=\"Contact Dan\"\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 rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Gusse\" href=\"https:\/\/gusse.in\" 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 rel=\"noopener\" title=\"GitHub\" href=\"https:\/\/github.com\/darthcloud\/BlueRetro\" 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":42371102605394,"sku":"Mpht","price":105.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0289\/9941\/7938\/files\/IMG_1481.jpg?v=1776562090","url":"https:\/\/ringerkeys.com\/products\/ps2-fat-methylene-standalone","provider":"Ringer Keys","version":"1.0","type":"link"}