SupaRetroN HD Instruction Manual
Premium Retro Gaming Console for SNES & SFC
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the SupaRetroN® HD Gaming System. For your safety, and the safety of others, please carefully read this instruction manual before using this product.
Setting Up the SupaRetroN® HD
This section details the physical setup of the SupaRetroN® HD console.
Console Overview (Refer to FIG. 1)
The console features the following ports and buttons:
- CARTRIDGE SLOT: For inserting SNES/SFC cartridges.
- POWER ON/OFF Button: To turn the console on and off.
- EJECT Button: To safely release inserted cartridges.
- CONTROLLER PORT 1: For connecting the first controller.
- CONTROLLER PORT 2: For connecting a second controller for two-player games.
- RESET Button: To reset the game currently being played.
Console Ports (Refer to FIG. 2)
Additional ports on the console include:
- MICRO USB PORT: For power input.
- OUTPUT PORT: For connecting an HD cable.
- AV PORT: For connecting an AV cable.
- ASPECT RATIO SWITCH: Located on the back of the console (for HD cable use only).
Region Switch (Refer to FIG. 3)
A region switch is located on the bottom of the console. This switch is used to select the cartridge region.
Setting Up via HD Cable (FIG. 2)
- Insert one end of the HD cable into the OUTPUT PORT on the SupaRetroN® HD.
- Connect the other end of the HD cable to an HD input on your HDTV.
- Insert the Micro USB cable into the MICRO USB PORT on the SupaRetroN® HD.
- Connect the other end of the Micro USB cable to a power source. A 5 Volt, 1 Amp USB wall AC adapter is recommended if one is not included.
- Plug the AC adapter into a power outlet.
Setting Up via AV Cable (FIG. 2)
- Insert one end of the AV cable into the AV PORT on the SupaRetroN® HD.
- Connect the other end of the AV cable to an AV input on your TV.
Aspect Ratio and Region Configuration
Before powering on the SupaRetroN® HD, ensure your aspect ratio and region settings are configured correctly.
- Aspect Ratio Switch: Located on the back of the console (FIG. 2). Moving the switch to the LEFT position selects a 16:9 aspect ratio. Moving the switch to the RIGHT position selects a 4:3 aspect ratio. This setting is only applicable when using an HD cable.
- Region Switch: Located on the bottom of the console (FIG. 3). With the console oriented with its front facing you, moving the switch to the LEFT position indicates you are using a NTSC cartridge. Moving the switch to the RIGHT position indicates you are using a PAL cartridge.
Playing SNES and SFC Cartridges (FIG. 1)
- Insert the game cartridge into the CARTRIDGE SLOT.
- Turn on the SupaRetroN® HD by pressing the POWER button. The Hyperkin logo on the console will illuminate BLUE when powered on.
- While the console is on, you can reset the current game by pressing the RESET button.
- When finished playing, press the POWER button to turn off the SupaRetroN® HD.
- To safely remove the cartridge, press the EJECT button.
Note: Ensure your aspect ratio and region settings are configured before powering on the SupaRetroN® HD.
Using the Premium Classic-Style "Scout" Controllers (FIG. 1)
With the SupaRetroN® HD turned off:
- Insert a "Scout" controller into CONTROLLER PORT 1.
- For two-player games, insert a second "Scout" controller into CONTROLLER PORT 2.
The SupaRetroN® HD is also compatible with original SNES and SNES-compatible controllers.
Warranty Registration
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