PSX Mod Chip Programming

Hello all

It's been awhile since I've posted here. I hope you are all well.

I'm really interested in programming my own mod chips for Playstation 1 consoles. I actually have a SCPH 1002 console here which needs one so i can use my US version of Ridge Racer (genuine) which is actually faster paced than the PAL version. I know i could just order a chip but I really want to have a go at doing it from scratch.

Anyway reason for my post is I was hoping some of your PSX guru's could give me some advice on the following:

Which is the best PIC programmer to use? (USB). I've been looking at this device for programming: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/USB-PIC-A...al_Components_Supplies_ET&hash=item43af7c0a02 I know it's cheap and cheerful but it should do the job, right?

I'd also like to know which programs are best to use for this task (Windows or Linux)

Which is the best hex to use? I was thinking of using MM3 because it seems to be the favorite but I'm aware it has some issues with certain chips so... any advice here appreshiated.

And lastly which micro chips are best for programming onto the chips? I'd like ones which you can reflash ideally???

Thanks in advance for any help!

 

There are some threads already about this, but if the pic is listed then the programmer will write to it.

 

Hi thanks for you're reply. I have searched but didn't come up with all the answers.. Perhaps you could link me?

 

I dont recommand the K150 Programmer, it's really not good quality, i can't program some chips with it (like 12C50X) even if they are listed as compatible
if you have a serial port, you should try a JDM Programmer, i found one on Olimex for ~10€
it works with any Pic Programmer software whereas the K150 is limited to proprietary software

 

That programmer will program the PICs that are used as PSX mod chips, so if that's what you want it for it be fine.

The biggest problem with that K150 programmer design is that the firmware and software date from about 2005 - so it has no support for PICs more modern than that - not an issue for your application, but it might become a limitation later.

But I guess it's cheap enough not to worry about it.

 

honestly i would spend a little more money and get a programmer that handles all types of eproms, eeproms, pics, atmels and more.i i purchased a TL866CS for like $50 and upgraded it to the 866A for just a little bit more.