Acid Mods Community Area => Previous Contests => Competitions & Mod Offs => Winter Mod Off => Topic started by: robin1989 on February 06, 2011, 05:08:26 AM
Title: Mod Off Entry 01173994
Post by: robin1989 on February 06, 2011, 05:08:26 AM
Email Admin@acidmods.com To Have Updates Posted with the Subject Mod Off Update - (update Number) - 01173994
Title: Re: Mod Off Entry 01173994
Post by: robin1989 on February 06, 2011, 05:09:43 AM
I'm going to be modding an Xbox original v.1.0
List of mods: 1. iceberg 4 fans on cpu and gpu 2. add the 4 extra ram chips 3. heat sinks on the top ram chips, bottom ones as well if there is enough room 4. acquire a Silverstone ultra slim media center case 5. modd the case to allow for Xbox mobo 6. modd the case to have window on top 7. modd the case to have custom fan grill added to top 8. make my own circuit board to do all the converting of atx power supply to Xbox 1.0 power connector 9. tsop flash the Xbox with x2 5035 dash 10. rewrite the start up script for x2 bios, change the animation, Xbox logo different colors, boot sequence etc. 11. swap for 150 g 2.5" hdd 12. modd optical drive to work with Xbox mobo DVD harness 13. modd case to allow the controller ports 1-3 modd the case to have the DVD dongle internal attached to controller port 4 14. draw custom panels and holders, and wire routers; drawn with auto desk inventor to have printed out 15. illuminate with green led's or green uv light (if I choose uv, I will switch all connectors for uv as well as uv heat shrink, and uv mesh sleeving) 16. add switch to the front or back that allows me to turn off the lights 17. if I can find a small enough temp censor screen I will install that in the front as well 18. if there is enough room I will put a logitec controller wired into the console for port 1, then have ports 2 and 3 modded into it and the 4 for DVD dongle 19. put an ATA 133 cobra cord into the mix 20. route and clean up all wire to show as little as possible with no extra slack 21. connect all ground points on the bottom of the mobo with the controller ports so I don’t get a controller error 22. might have to relocate the controller port daughter board for the install, but first have to get the case 23. try and have xbmc etched into the top of the plexi glass to have the outline xbmc illuminate this all I can think of off the top of my head
Title: Update #1 (01173994)
Post by: bdogpot on February 08, 2011, 03:07:49 PM
This is the xbox console that I will modd. Its been a while since she came out to play. Front faceplate that said xbox is missing cause i used it on another project (https://acidmods.com/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi290.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fll279%2Fbdogpot%2FDSCN0258.jpg&hash=f539d5556478b1ed9556093563f37f4d60faa422) Here are photos of my antec cobra 133 cable (https://acidmods.com/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi290.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fll279%2Fbdogpot%2FDSCN0260.jpg&hash=c625efa1aa99b4f917aae79b96765143b54bb725) Slim line DVD player I will use (https://acidmods.com/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi290.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fll279%2Fbdogpot%2FDSCN0259.jpg&hash=53c47fa9df0d9053f1d2959f4dcdb7c62457330d) The component cables and power cord (https://acidmods.com/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi290.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fll279%2Fbdogpot%2FDSCN0261.jpg&hash=535833d28f60d5de9cd4221c0d44c76a186d7111) Here is a pic of a different console that i used the XBOX DVD tray front end piece on (https://acidmods.com/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi290.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fll279%2Fbdogpot%2FDSCN0262.jpg&hash=7b24e0380224d1cf5158343393d43b12a27fe569)
Post Merge: February 08, 2011, 04:35:59 PMFirst step I transfered the softmod files to the action replay, then loaded them to the xbox. I then boot the Splinter Cell NTSC first edition copy. Softmod done.
Next I inserted the Auto Installer Deluxe Disk into the XBOX and did a more through softmod install, I also trasfered the TSOP flash file X2 5035 bios in preperation for the TSOP flash.
After this was complete, I then soldered the 4 extra ram chips to now have have a total of 128MB of ram. Also in the second photo the screen would usuall read 23 or so MB of free space, it now reads 80 somethin.
I now have to wait for my circuitboard etching supplies to come in and the other goods the next week. Also most important the case.
Title: Update #2 (01173994)
Post by: bdogpot on February 09, 2011, 06:32:16 PM
Ok I was up a good portion of last night and drew what my circuitboard will look like. It will have an atx 20 pin conector on both sides. The board will allow me to step down the appropriate voltages neccesarry for the XBOX to bott and stay on. I also in corporated holes to tie two 4pin molex connection for less clutter and a more asteticly apealing install. Less clutter and mess of wires = more eye catching install.
Before I could remove the metal casing on the inside I had to disconnect all of the connections, unplug the stock psu, and remove the controller ports.
I then removed the cage, and did a broad dremel cut of where the lines would be close to. After 4 or so times having metal shards in my eye, I now wear safety goggles.
Title: Update #4 (0117394)
Post by: bdogpot on February 11, 2011, 08:07:53 PM
Some major wireing stuff came in today. Complete green UV kit, with molex connectors, zip ties, wire sleeveing, heat shrink, wire holders that clip on to sides of case and tons more things in kit.
There were a couple more items that came in today but those are a surprise for later in the mod off comp. They will really clean up and show the quality of the install.
Title: Update #5 (01173994)
Post by: bdogpot on February 12, 2011, 04:11:01 PM
Received some more products in the mail today.
First off I received all of the supplies to etch my circuit board, along with 1 double sided board, 2 single sided boards, PCB drill press, transparency sheets used to copy the image and print out the solder pads for the solder mask, and the expensive bottle of liquid tin used to coat the Cu traces and pads.
I will go ahead and show one of the surprises I will do.
I drew a big drawing of the Xbox symbol, i will cut this out with a razor and the airbrush the X in, I will then go over that with a two part clear coat with the airbrush.
Title: Update #7 (01173994)
Post by: bdogpot on February 14, 2011, 10:47:37 PM
This is a big update to day not many pics though. First off got the case in the mail, along with the UV lights and clear acrylic rods to use as mobo standoff posts. The case is from silverstone, and it came with a whole bunch of extra connection, power source, psu, and what I believe is a 30mm fan. Second I opened the packaging I took it apart to work on it.
Case with how the top plexi and fan grill will sit on it.
I then cut a piece of aluminum to cover the opening in the back, I will cut holes into the aluminum for the av out plug and ethernet plug. I will be taking the av and ethernet plug off the mobo and put them on a pcb because the whole is off centered from the Xbox mobo.
Then I cut another piece of aluminum to cover the gaps and in between the ports and the hole where the usb ports were at. I mounted a switch where the usb ports used to be.
Title: Re: Mod Off Entry 01173994
Post by: whitetop on February 16, 2011, 04:49:07 AM
dame this is coming along very nice waiting on updates
Title: Re: Mod Off Entry 01173994
Post by: robin1989 on February 16, 2011, 06:34:34 AM
looking good
Title: Re: Mod Off Entry 01173994
Post by: Monk3y on February 16, 2011, 12:35:46 PM
So far from what I've seen this is going to be one of the best mods being done. I imagine the price tag for doing a project like this is pretty crazy :P
Title: Re: Mod Off Entry 01173994
Post by: bdogpot on February 16, 2011, 02:16:32 PM
Thanks everyone for the support, modding is one of my true pure joys in life. Especially modding something that people say cant be done. Yes I have spent alot of money but 1/2 of what i spent can be used for other projects down the road. So my future projects that I planned will cost very little. Tools will always be a big expense, I probably have a few tools that no one else has because of working in the car audio business. Always keep a look out for big tool sales at garage sales and other places they can really make modding alot easier and less stressful. I'm probably going to do a little bit more later post some pics tonight, but the rest of the project hinges on four orders that still need to come in. They are the paint, mobo standoffs, the solder mask PCB paint (if it works out and makes the boards look professional I will link a website that I ordered it from), and the micro sata cord. I was thinking about painting the whole inside of the case white then going over the white with green UV reactive paint. This should really make everything pop when the UV light is on. What do y'all think? Also AT the end of the project I will show links of where I ordered everything so that way if anyone wants some of the same supplies that I got.
Title: Update # 9 (01173994)
Post by: bdogpot on February 17, 2011, 09:02:00 PM
Ok still waiting on stuff, but the mobo standoffs will be in tomorrow. However I did get the airbrush paint I ordered so Saturday I will airbrush. I was able to do some stuff though.
I added some black rubber to the edges of the cut aluminum around the controller ports. Very few little adjustments left to do here.
Here it is all mounted with the rubber window gasket. I will have to do a little bit of modification to the case to get it to close. I had to cut the hinges off on the top to make the window fit.
I am glad I had all day off because the two things that I did to day took 8 and 1/2 hours to complete.
After I get the mobo standoffs I will start drawing the circutboard holders and the wire routing system. Also let me know if y'all would like to see more pics than what I am showing, I could do a few more in between shots.
Title: Re: Mod Off Entry 01173994
Post by: Pinky on February 18, 2011, 12:34:32 PM
That is very cool I have just recently modded my xbox with xbmc its great isnt it! also im glad that someone is doing an original XBOX.
Title: Re: Mod Off Entry 01173994
Post by: toadzilla on February 19, 2011, 10:02:07 PM
xbmc is being the xbox media center right? ( im clueless when it comes to the older ones)
Title: Update # 10 (01173994)
Post by: bdogpot on February 22, 2011, 12:45:23 PM
Ok still waiting on stuff to come in from China, that is why its taking forever.
But I did go ahead and cut the top of the case to allow the top cover to fit snug and and flush with the main section.
Here is a pic of the lines drawn to have a straight cut, had to cut the front and back of the case.
I did get the mobo standoffs, but I still need to go to home depo to pick up some nuts to secure them to the case. As soon as the rest of the stuff comes in I will be able to draw the PCB holder stands and wire routing pieces. Then after that I will paint the inside white and paintover that with UV green paint. Then cut all wires to the perfect lengths, sleeve them, and route there paths. Airbrushing will completed as soon as the temp here in Texas warms up to proper temp for paint. I'm also still looking for a green see through logitec controller, I will mount the dongle for that inside, and attach a button and led. These will lead to the two hole in the front of the case.
I wanted to add this for the update instead of doing this on another post.
I drew the other PCB design for the AV out plug and RJ45 plug. I am having to remount these on a seperate circuit board. They plugs on the mobo do not line up where the whole in the back is.
And yes I love Xbox Media Center its great and allows you to watch video files that xbox usually cant display. I can also link it to a NAS server to stream my media and photos .
Title: Re: Mod Off Entry 01173994
Post by: falo21 on March 04, 2011, 07:40:42 AM
wow i can wait to see when this get done. :drunk:greak work
Title: Re: Mod Off Entry 01173994
Post by: bdogpot on March 04, 2011, 11:53:10 AM
Just wanted to say that I havent had time to do anything on the project been studying none stop for chemistry, calculus, government problems and policies tests. Should be able to get some stuff done sunday. Also during springbreak. By the end of spring break I should have the interior of the case painted white then uv green over that, airbrushed the top of the plexi, airbrushed the logo on the front of the case, and circuitboards made, along with relocating the av out and rj45 ports. Also some other misc. things as well.
Title: Update #11 (01173994)
Post by: bdogpot on March 08, 2011, 02:52:44 PM
I know its been a while since my last update. But was able to do some stuff today.
I was able to paint the inside of the case white, along with some other pieces that show.
These next few picture were shot in the dark with the UV lights on to show what it will look like. I was not able to put my ID in these do to no light.
Will be making the circuitboards soon so that way I can draw the circuitboard holders that will hold everything up.
Title: Update #13 (01173994)
Post by: bdogpot on March 24, 2011, 10:31:27 PM
Ok it has been a long while since I updated. For a couple of reasons and stuff going wrong. First aircompressor for airbrush blew up. It was only the second time I used it. Second still haven't received the controller in the mail. First set of circuitboards I messed up on so had to order new boards. Now on to the update.
I was able to make the circuitboard that will will change voltages necessary for the Xbox. Changed the design a little to make it smaller.
Front all put back together. Will put a logo on the right hand side of the door the comes down, if I am able to get hold of an air compressor in the next few days.
Took the ports off of the back and soldered the wires that will leed to the other circuitboard I am making. (also had to modify the design for the board.
Will also be drawing the stand that the circuitboard for the ports will go on, as well as the logitech controller dongle. Will update when that is finished.
Title: Update #15 (01173994)
Post by: bdogpot on March 27, 2011, 04:26:08 PM
I made the drawing for the rear circuitboard and the logitech controller dongle.
Finished all the looming of wires for the controller ports in the front, have not done the logitech controller wires Do not have controller yet). Also wired the led for far left hand side, as well as the power switch. Cleaned up there paths and mounted holders. I also mounted the final 12" UV light.
Will put an led in the first hole from the left that will be tied to the logitech dongle led. The second hole from the left will have a push button to sync the controller. I used an extra power eject board from a previous Xbox project, cut it down to size. I will be cutting down an x buttun from a broken 360 controller paint it green, and then glue it to the push button. Will show some picks of that next update. after that all that is left is 1. mount the new window 2. make last circuitboard 3. attach the ports to the board 4. loom wires from mobo to the circuitboard 5. paint all the stands white then UV green 6. mount the power transfer board, DVD dongle and av out RJ45 port board 7. connect power cables to the DVD player and HDD 8. clean up any loose ends and touch up any chipped paint
If I get the logitech controller and airbrush compressor I will: 1. connect to the wires for controller port 1 2. connect led for the front 3. finish and mount switch for front 4. mount the logitech dongle
Title: Re: Mod Off Entry 01173994
Post by: FOOKz™ on March 27, 2011, 05:06:09 PM
Wow holy crap the UV paint inside the case would make this look so awesome when its lit up.