Sega cd parts

[Ponx]

A friend just gave me his old sega he had in storage for years. It's a model 1 sega cd. I used to own one too. Wasn't there like a metal plate that attached to the top of the sega cd unit to shield it from the Model 1 Genesis? Will the Sega cd work without it or even power on? Is there any way to replace the plate with tin foil or another metal plate? I really want to play this sucker. Any feed back would be greatly appreciated.

 

[Arakon]

it'll work fine without.

 

[Ponx]

1 more question for ya. Did the Sega CD unit have a special power supply or was it the same as the genesis one? This one seems to power up for a split second using a genesis power supply then shuts right off. It's a very brief flash of the acces and ready lights.

 

[Arakon]

the genesis 1 PSU will work. chances are that your contacts are dirty. the scd will only power up if it has proper contact.

 

[Ponx]

Ok very last question. Does the Sega CD system 2 (the one that attaches to the side of the genesis) have any internal memory at all or does it require that u use a backup ram cartridge?

 

[Arakon]

both of them have an internal backup memory. if it doesn't work, you can usually recharge the battery by leaving it running for some hours.

 

[Random Hajile]

The Sega CD model 2 has internal memory, just like the model 1.

A Ram cart isn't needed (but it's helpful if you play lots of games or RPG's)