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== Installation == | == Installation == | ||
=== PCH-1000 === | |||
The 1000 models have drop-in USB-C replacement boards, such as the ones available from [https://oxyllmods.square.site/product/vitac-usb-c-for-the-ps-vita-1000-rev0-3/29?cs=true&cst=custom OxyllMods]. Simply desolder the old power jack, and solder in the new one. You may need to dremel the shell plastic a bit to fit the USB-C port. | |||
STL files for the USB-C bezel created by oxyll are available [[File:VitaC bezel.zip|here]]. | |||
=== PCH-2000 === | |||
[[File:Vita USB-C Mod 1.jpg|thumb|Completed USB-C mod]] | [[File:Vita USB-C Mod 1.jpg|thumb|Completed USB-C mod]] | ||
You can purchase a generic USB-C breakout board such as [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0883FK15Q/ this one], [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B096M2HQLK/?th=1 this one], or [https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256802838232443.html this one]. Ensure that you purchase one with two resistors on the board. | |||
# Disassemble your console and desolder the old power jack. | # Disassemble your console and desolder the old power jack. | ||
Revision as of 20:48, 6 March 2024
The Vita uses a proprietary connector for it's power cable. If you ever lose the original charger or break this port, you have the option to replace it with a USB-C port. This page was created mostly from this guide by /u/purekimwater.
Installation
PCH-1000
The 1000 models have drop-in USB-C replacement boards, such as the ones available from OxyllMods. Simply desolder the old power jack, and solder in the new one. You may need to dremel the shell plastic a bit to fit the USB-C port.
STL files for the USB-C bezel created by oxyll are available File:VitaC bezel.zip.
PCH-2000
You can purchase a generic USB-C breakout board such as this one, this one, or this one. Ensure that you purchase one with two resistors on the board.
- Disassemble your console and desolder the old power jack.
- Solder wires to the power jack pads and the USB-C PCB. //// Diagrams here
- Use 3M double sided foam tape to mount the port in place.
