Troubleshooting
CAUSE:
Scenario A:
Incorrect/poorly connected wiring to pins M3, M4, or M5(As shown on page 22.)
Scenario B:
H-Sync Or V-Sync may not be fully connected at the castellated edge.
PROBLEM:
“Rainbow Screen of Death”:
RSOD
Page 31
Scenario C:
Dirty or damaged pins on the game gear cartridge or the cartridge connector
SOLUTION:
Scenario A:
Check your connections on these lines. Make sure there are roughly 4.8 volts going through the 5
volt line.
Scenario B:
Check your connections along the castellated edge, check continuity if needed,
Scenario C:
Check the pins on your cartridge/cartridge connector, clean with isopropyl alcohol or deoxit.
Physical breaks may require soldering or other restorative measures.
