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=== PCH-1000 === | === PCH-1000 === | ||
The 1000 models have | The 1000 models have 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]. | ||
# Desolder the old power jack. | |||
# Solder the new one in place. | |||
# ///////////////// More wires | |||
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]]. | STL files for the USB-C bezel created by oxyll are available [[File:VitaC bezel.zip|here]]. | ||
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# Disassemble your console and desolder the old power jack. | # Disassemble your console and desolder the old power jack. | ||
# Solder wires to the power jack pads and the USB-C PCB. | # Solder wires to the power jack pads and the USB-C PCB. <br> [[File:Vita PCH-2000 Power Pinout.png|400px]] | ||
[[File:Vita USB-C Mod 2.jpg|300px]] | [[File:Vita USB-C Mod 2.jpg|300px]] | ||
# Use 3M double sided foam tape to mount the port in place. | # Use 3M double sided foam tape to mount the port in place. | ||
[[File:Vita USB-C Mod 3.jpg|300px]] | [[File:Vita USB-C Mod 3.jpg|300px]] | ||
Revision as of 17:00, 12 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 USB-C replacement boards, such as the ones available from OxyllMods.
- Desolder the old power jack.
- Solder the new one in place.
- ///////////////// More wires
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.
- Use 3M double sided foam tape to mount the port in place.
