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Operating the Genesis 32X

Playing Genesis 32X Cartridge Games

1.

 

Insert a Genesis 32X cartridge, with the label
facing forward, into the Genesis 32X cartridge
slot. Press it firmly into the slot until the cartridge
locks into place. Always turn the Genesis power
button OFF before removing a game cartridge.

2.

 

Turn the power to the TV ON.

3.

 

Turn the Genesis Power Button ON

4.

 

Press the RESET Button on the Genesis.

5.

 

If all connections have been made properly, the
Sega logo will appear, followed by the game's title
screen. In most cases. a demonstration game will
then begin.

Note

: To play conventional Genesis 16-bit cartridge

games, just insert the cartridge into the cartridge slot on
the Genesis 32X. Before playing the 16-bit 

Virtua

Racing

 game, remove the Genesis 32X from the

Genesis unit.

Playing Sega CD 32X Games

1.

 

Make sure that a game cartridge is NOT inserted
in the Genesis 32X cartridge slot. If it is, the
cartridge game will automatically be activated.

2.

 

Turn on the power to the TV, then turn the Genesis
Power Button ON.

3.

 

To continue, refer to "Starting Up" in the Sega CD
or Genesis CDX instruction manual.

Note

: You can play conventional Sega CD games,

music CDs and CD+G discs on your Sega CD without
disconnecting the Genesis 32X.

Important

To Sega CD Users: When using cartridge software,
leave the Sega CD AC Adaptor connected to an
electrical outlet. However, always disconnect from an
electrical outlet when not in use.

To Genesis CDX Users: Be careful not to damage the
CD when inserting and removing the cartridge.

Saving Your games

If your Sega CD 32X or your Sega CD software has a
save feature (often available in sports games and role-
playing games), you can save your current game to the
internal memory of the Sega CD or Genesis CDX or

cartridge memory for Sega CD (sold separately). Later,
you can load the saved game and continue playing
from where you left off. Refer to the Sega CD or
Genesis CDX instruction manual for details.

Summary of Contents for 32X

Page 1: ...rk the phosphor of the CRT Avoid repeated or extended use a video games on large screen projection televisions Consult your owner s manual before playing video games on your projection television GAME PLAY ASSISTANCE AND INFORMATION For expert game play assistance or information on other Sega products call the Sega experts at 1 415 591 PLAY IF YOU NEED HELP Read this manual thoroughly before conne...

Page 2: ...will damage your unit Connecting the Electromagnetic Shield plates If you own the original Genesis model or the new Genesis model you need to connect the supplied electromagnetic shield plates to both sides of the cartridge slot before inserting the Genesis 32X Note Take care not to injure yourself when handling the electromagnetic shield plates 1 Take the longer electromagnetic shield plate for t...

Page 3: ...ect your Genesis 32X to your original Genesis model Is your Genesis properly connected to your TV When using your Sega CD is your Genesis connected properly to your Sega CD If you answered Yes to both of the questions turn the Power Button OFF and unplug the AC Adaptors from the electrical outlets 1 Disconnect the Sega Auto RF Switch Box or Sega Video Monitor Cable from the Genesis and TV 2 Firmly...

Page 4: ...care not to plug the Connector Cable Into the A V OUT Jack on the Genesis 32X 5 To continue see Connecting Your TV Connecting to the Genesis CDX Please check the following before you connect your Genesis 32X to your Genesis CDX Is your Genesis properly connected to your TV If you answered Yes turn the Power Button OFF and unplug the AC Adaptors from the electrical outlets Disconnect the Sega Stere...

Page 5: ...ncluded in your Genesis package Note The RF Unit comes with the new Genesis model only The Sega Auto RF Switch Box for the original Genesis model CANNOT be used To purchase a Sega RF Unit Model No 1632 contact your Sega dealer 1 Unplug the Antenna Cable from the TV and plug it into the RF Unit 2 Plug the RF Unit Antenna Cable into the TV 3 Plug the RF Cable into the AV OUT Jack on the back of the ...

Page 6: ...he Genesis 32X cartridge slot If it is the cartridge game will automatically be activated 2 Turn on the power to the TV then turn the Genesis Power Button ON 3 To continue refer to Starting Up in the Sega CD or Genesis CDX instruction manual Note You can play conventional Sega CD games music CDs and CD G discs on your Sega CD without disconnecting the Genesis 32X Important To Sega CD Users When us...

Page 7: ...tically increases the sound quality of audio discs and 32 bit games It also enhances the sound performance of 16 bit games If your Genesis set up appears below see To Connect Stereo Sound Original Genesis Model If your Genesis set up appears below see To Connect Stereo Sound New Genesis Model and Genesis CDX To Connect Stereo Sound Original Genesis Model Headphones or Mini Speakers Plug stereo hea...

Page 8: ...uninsulated garage Do not let the Genesis 32X get wet Avoid using it in humid areas If condensation forms on the unit wipe it dry and let the system rest for at least an hour before using it The Unit Be sure to turn the Genesis Power Button OFF when inserting or removing a cartridge Do not attempt to insert another Genesis 32X or articles that aren t designed for the Genesis 32X into the cartridge...

Page 9: ...e adjustments set properly Are the TV color controls set properly No game sound Is the TV volume too low or OFF Have the connection cables come loose or been disconnected Is the power switch on the audio system turned ON No picture Are the Connector Cable and the Conversion Cable connected to the correct AV Jacks on the back of the Genesis 32X If you continue to have a problem follow the instructi...

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