Due to the need for both speed and precise timing, video conversion tasks are often left to FPGAs or similar devices. But in this episode, Andy demonstrates how a $4 microcontroller can be used to convert Game Boy video into something that can be displayed on a big screen. Combine that with an NES controller port, and you've got a TV console that can play original Game Boy games!
Supplemental Content:
- Link to Github Files: https://github.com/andy-west/consolized-game-boy
Bill of Material:
| Product Name | Manufacturer | Quantity | Buy Kit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raspberry Pi Pico, Microcontroller Board, RP2040, 32 bit, 2MB Flash, ARM Cortex-M0+ | RASPBERRY-PI | 1 | Buy Now |
| Resistor Kit, 10Ohm To 1MOhm, 610 Pieces, 250mW, Carbon Film, 10 Pieces Per Value, E12 Series | Velleman SA | 1 | Buy Now |
| LOGIC, BUS TRANSCVR OCTAL, 20DIP | Texas Instruments | 1 | Buy Now |
| LOGIC, BUS TRANSCVR OCTAL, 20DIP New | TEXAS INSTRUMENTS | 4 | Buy Now |
| Additional Parts | Manufacturer | Quantity | |
| 1 x 50 Pins IDC 2.54mm Card Edge Connector for 1.27mm Flat Ribbon Cable | |||
| 1 x 50 Pin IDC 2.54mm Pitch F/F Connector 1.27mm Flat Ribbon Cable |
