Modchips and the PS2 are crap

warlock1663 · #1 15-12-2003, 19:34

I have installed a Magic 3 modchip and so far I have about 50 coasters laying around, none of which work. Im starting to really get the idea that the whole modchip thing is a scam. I have tried just about everything I can use to make backups of the games, I have tried different cdr media, I have adjusted the laser bla bla bla. nothing works, i just get a rediculous thing on the screen that says "please insert a PLaystation or Playstation 2 format cd"
or the screen locks up at the playstation screen when it does make an attempt to boot. Im just ready to toss it in the trash and buy an Xbox.

Anyone have any ideas?

TylerDurden · #2 15-12-2003, 19:53

Awww, thats too bad.

Tyler!

bighap · #3 15-12-2003, 21:34

1. Magic 3 is a piece of sh:t.
2. What version ps2 do you have?
3. What media are you using?
4. Have you tried using RecordNow Max 4.50 to burn?

ottoman · #4 15-12-2003, 22:19

It sad to hear u havin problems but moddin ps2 ain't no scam. It just takes one fing not to be quite right an it all goes t1ts up.

Rather than burning loads of coasters just pick one game and work on it until that boots up fine and go from there. U did mention that u were using cdr's so I assume u are tryin to back up a cd based ps2 game.

CloneCD or CDRWin should be able to do this fine or RecordNowDX for that matter. Never copy disc to disc. Always put in original and make an image then burn back afterwards. Never burn a ps2 cdr faster than about 4X. Always use a top quality media like Verbatim Datalife Plus CDR.

Hope this gives u something to try......Regards

lufcfan · #5 16-12-2003, 09:06

You're an a***! To say that the modchip scene is a scam, how come mine and everyone elses PS2's and chips work? If you've got a problem, ask a question instead of coming on here shouting stuff you know nothing about.

If you want to go and buy a KakboX, then go ahead, but you'll be dissapointed - the PS2 ain't the most popular console for nothing mate...

The Magic 3.x is a naff chip. I'm not suprised you're having trouble with it. toss it and get a decent chip in there.

XboX, ha, you make me laugh... It's about Bill Gates was beaten at something, and it seems that Sony have done just about that!

seaneyb2003 · #6 16-12-2003, 11:56

yea man get ur self a good chip like the ripper2 smartchip m2 or the new duo there all good man the magic are nearly as bad as the old non solders there poo ditch it man and get a new one soldered if you got problems soldering speak to hull_chipper or dust2dust there uk bassed or try bighap he knows alot about ps2 or spedmetal there all great guys

only 2 weeks till i get a smartchip fitted wohhooooo!

warlock1663 · #7 16-12-2003, 15:14

Well I appreciate all the input, (except one person) and I'll give some a try. Im going to try verbatim disks and see how that goes. so doing a disk to disk is a bad idea. As far as the mod goes, this is the first time I ever tried a mod on anything, but I know it is in right, I work for a company that does computer repair, we do component level board repair with a microscope so I dont think its in wrong, I just think the chip sux and I havent been to pleased with the PS2, to many laser problems. I'll keep working at it. Im using alcohol 120% anygood?

Thankx

charlie_ps2 · #8 16-12-2003, 16:03

Quote:

Originally posted by warlock1663
I have installed a Magic 3 modchip and so far I have about 50 coasters laying around, none of which work. Im starting to really get the idea that the whole modchip thing is a scam. I have tried just about everything I can use to make backups of the games, I have tried different cdr media, I have adjusted the laser bla bla bla. nothing works, i just get a rediculous thing on the screen that says "please insert a PLaystation or Playstation 2 format cd"
or the screen locks up at the playstation screen when it does make an attempt to boot. Im just ready to toss it in the trash and buy an Xbox.

Anyone have any ideas?

Maybe you mis-installed the modchip.

TylerDurden · #9 16-12-2003, 16:07

Quote:

Originally posted by warlock1663
Well I appreciate all the input, (except one person)

Well if maybe next time youll post a little nicer. We are here to help except when we get people who try to be jerks.

Tyler!

warlock1663 · #10 16-12-2003, 16:17

It was a venting post, it wasnt directed at any of you.

No I dont believe the chip was istalled incorrectly, we have checked it twice, we do this type of work everyday, but the chip its self may either be just a crappy chip, a fake or defective. Also I have been having some problems with the laser, I think I may have it adjusted now.
The version of the PS2 is 4 no gap

By the way, how do you turn off Auto insert in Recordnow max 4.5

Thanks

bighap · #11 16-12-2003, 16:19

Turning off auto insert isn't necessary even though the tutorial mentions it. v4 ps2s have crappy lasers. You might need to clean it or replace it if that doesn't work.

warlock1663 · #12 16-12-2003, 16:20

Yea, I have heard that about the lasers in this model, I have it now where it will play most PS2 original games but I may have to replace it later on.

Thanx

TylerDurden · #13 16-12-2003, 16:21

About your venting, just take it into consideration that people may not like what you have to say. So when you vent you may get results your not looking for.

Have you tried playing originals? Im wondering if it will play anything at all at this point in time.

Tyler!

crazygamelover · #14 16-12-2003, 16:23

try the recommended DUO chip. only 17 wires and great reviews.

bighap · #15 16-12-2003, 16:23

You say it will play most originals. Time for a new laser or ps2 all together. You need a stronger laser to play backups than originals.