Unlike the original version of the ElectronAVE, this product is a kit. This kit contains the ElectronAVE, a 150mm long flex cable, and a mini-HDMI™ breakout board. As of April 4th, 2023 all purchases of this kit will include an IR Sensor Board by default for Wii's that do not have a GameCube controller ports. This board can be installed in Wii's that do have GameCube controller ports, but it is not necessary.
This design can either be used directly as is or configured with the use of a universal remote or a GameCube controller. If you want to use a GameCube controller for configuration, then you can press L+R+X+Y and the configuration menu will open. GameCube controllers can only be used on Wii's that have GameCube controller inputs.
All software licensing that appears on ikorb’s repository for GCVideo applies to this product. Electron Shepherd LLC claims no ownership of the binary that is loaded onto this product.
All company, brand, and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Electron Shepherd LLC has no affiliation to, is not associated or sponsored by, and has no express rights to third-party trademarks. The terms HDMI, HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, HDMI trade dress and the HDMI Logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc.
Warnings
This installation is difficult if you are not confident in your soldering skills or if you do not have magnification available. We highly recommend that you review the installation video below before purchasing this to determine whether or not you feel comfortable with all of the steps involved. If you do not feel comfortable with this installation, then please consider using one of the Recommended Installers in the table below.
When installing the FFC into the kit please ensure that the blue stiffener of the FFC is on the bottom and not the top.
Because of the involved nature of this installation, Electron Shepherd will not be able to process returns or refunds for boards that have previously been installed on a Wii. We will only be able to accept returns and refunds if the kit has not previously been installed. All of our kits are programmed, inspected, and verified to be functional prior to being shipped out to our customers.
Please be aware that these boards contain components that are sensitive to ESD strikes. Be sure to handle these using proper ESD handling techniques.
FAQs and Debugging
If you have some questions about this product or you're looking to debug your installation, then you should start by reviewing our ElectronAVE - FAQ and Debug page.
Installation Instructions
The following link has instructions on how to install the ElectronAVE into your Wii (please note that this page is a work in progress and I welcome suggestions on how to improve them): ElectronAVE - Installation Instructions.
If you'd rather follow a video that shows the installation process from start to finish, then please check out the videos linked in the sections below.
Recommended Installers
Electron Shepherd is in the process of validating each of these installers (and new installers to add to this list),
| Name | Website | Location | Verified? | ||
| Voultar | - | @Voultar | https://voultar.com/ | Kentucky, USA | YES |
| iFixRetro | info@ifixretro.com | @ifixretro | - | New York, USA | YES |
| Modzvilleusa |
modzvilleusa@gmail.com
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@modzvilleusa | https://modzvilleusa.com/ | - | YES |
| Retro Digital LLC | retrodigitalstore@gmail.com | @RetroDigitalLLC | https://www.retrodigital.store/ | Florida, USA | YES |
| PastPerfectGames | pastperfectgames@gmail.com | @bahamutfan | https://www.pastperfectgames.com/ | North Carolina, USA | YES |
| Prof_gLX | atelier.retrotech@gmail.com | @Prof_gLX | - | Quebec, Canada | YES |
| PowrUp Gaming | powrupgaming@gmail.com | @PowrUpGaming | https://www.powrupgaming.com/ | North Carolina, USA | YES |
| Logistics |
support@logisticsct.com | @logisticsct | https://www.logisticsct.com/ | Connecticut, USA | YES |
| Merki | info@merki.net | - | http://www.merki.net/ | Germany | YES |
| Pink Skeleton Gaming | - | @Pink_Skelly | https://pink-skeleton-gaming.com/ | In Process | |
| Nostalgic Indulgences | nostalgic.indulgences@gmail.com | @nosIndulgences | - | Singapore | In Process |
| Oldskool Consoles | david@oldskoolconsoles.com | - | http://www.oldskoolconsoles.com/ | UK | Yes |
| Bitjump Gaming | upgrades@bitjumpgaming.com | @bitjumpgaming |
https://bitjumpgaming.com/ |
Salt Lake City, UK | Yes |
Installation Video
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Installation was pretty straightforward. Clear instructions. Definitely not for beginners as there is some very small solder points. The mod works great and looks great on a modern display.
Works great! Installation wasn't too bad. A microscope is definitely needed though
Perfect!!!
I have got the kit running in my Wii now and it is great! I am very satisfied with it.
The installation instructions on the site together with the youtube video from Voultar where great. I did not have any issues whatsoever. That is also why I choose this kit over the cheaper Chinese variants.
I love mods like this so for me its a win anyway. But I don't really think it is worth the price for just the better video and sound quality and response time.
That is because:
- It cost me around 100 euro to get the kit here in the Netherlands. That is 10 times more than what I actually paid for my second hand Wii a few years ago.
- Wii games are perfectly playable with the Wii2HDMI converter which costs between the 10 and 20 euros here. You are not playing games on the Wii now to get good video/audio quality anyway.
This kit is really for the enthusiasts and/or people that want to get the best possible Wii gaming experience.
