The MODE (Multi Optical Disk Emulator) is an ODE (Optical Drive Emulator) that allows you to emulate your Saturn, Dreamcast, or PS1's optical disc drive (extra kit required for PS1) and run games without using the disk. It replaces the standard disk drive. The manual is available [[Media:Mode_manual.pdf|here]].
The MODE (Multi Optical Disk Emulator) is an ODE (Optical Drive Emulator) that allows you to emulate your Saturn, Dreamcast, or PS1's optical disc drive (extra kit required for PS1) and run games without using the disk. It replaces the standard disk drive. The manual is available [[Media:Mode_manual.pdf|here]].
* Auto detects the console that it’s plugged into. No jumpers to configure
* Auto detects the console that it’s plugged into. No jumpers to configure
* SATA port for 2.5 inch laptop style Hard Drive or SSD (Up to 2TB tested, larger drives may work)
* SATA port for 2.5 inch laptop style Hard Drive or SSD (Up to 2TB tested, larger drives may work)
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==Limitations==
==Limitations==
*Drives/SD card cannot be accessed without taking apart the console (3D Printed mounts are available that make the SD card accessible)
*Drives/SD card cannot be accessed without taking apart the console (3D Printed mounts are available that make the SD card accessible)
==File Formats Supported==
==File Formats Supported==
* CDI
* CDI
* GDI
* GDI
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==Saturn Compatibility==
==Saturn Compatibility==
* Compatible with 20 pin and 21 pin models (separate kits for 20 and 21 pin models)
* Compatible with 20 pin and 21 pin models (separate kits for 20 and 21 pin models)
* TODO Game compatibility list
* TODO Game compatibility list
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==Dreamcast Compatibility==
==Dreamcast Compatibility==
* VA0 and VA1 Dreamcast models (VA2 not supported)
* VA0 and VA1 Dreamcast models (VA2 not supported)
* TODO Game compatibility list
* TODO Game compatibility list
==PS1 Compatibility==
==PS1 Compatibility==
* Compatible with the PU-18 PS1 model
* Compatible with the PU-18 PS1 model
* TODO Game compatibility list
* TODO Game compatibility list
==Limitations==
==Limitations==
* Due to the replacement of the disk drive original disks can no longer be used
* Due to the replacement of the disk drive original disks can no longer be used
* USB storage and SATA storage cannot be used at the same time
* USB storage and SATA storage cannot be used at the same time
==Menu==
==Menu==
* In game menu TODO
* In game menu TODO
==Firmware updates==
==Firmware updates==
* Firmware updates can be found [https://shop.terraonion.com/accounts/login/?next=/users/my-products here]. An account and product serial number is required to reach the firmware files (Please note this is separate from a Terraonion Store account)
* Firmware updates can be found [https://shop.terraonion.com/accounts/login/?next=/users/my-products here]. An account and product serial number is required to reach the firmware files (Please note this is separate from a Terraonion Store account)
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Laser Bear 3D Printed mounting brackets will help give a more uniform look to the MODE when the drive is open. They also can provide access to the SD card through an SD extension and other features.
Laser Bear 3D Printed mounting brackets will help give a more uniform look to the MODE when the drive is open. They also can provide access to the SD card through an SD extension and other features.
* [https://mobiusstriptechnologies.com/product/mode-plug-n-play-power-board/ Power Harness]
==Replacement Parts==
==Replacement Parts==
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==Other Saturn ODE Options==
==Other Saturn ODE Options==
* [[Saturn:Satiator]]
* [[Saturn:Satiator]]
* [[Saturn:Fenrir]]
* [[Saturn:Fenrir]]
Revision as of 23:42, 30 April 2022
The MODE (Multi Optical Disk Emulator) is an ODE (Optical Drive Emulator) that allows you to emulate your Saturn, Dreamcast, or PS1's optical disc drive (extra kit required for PS1) and run games without using the disk. It replaces the standard disk drive. The manual is available here.
Auto detects the console that it’s plugged into. No jumpers to configure
SATA port for 2.5 inch laptop style Hard Drive or SSD (Up to 2TB tested, larger drives may work)
USB port for thumb drives
MicroSD card slot
Supports both exFAT and FAT32 formats of greater than 2TB
No solder install (Except PS1)
Allows for the MPEG cartridge slot to be used
Auto region patching (loads games from different regions without patching games)
Cover Art Menu
Multi Disk Game Support
Nested folders
Limitations
Drives/SD card cannot be accessed without taking apart the console (3D Printed mounts are available that make the SD card accessible)
File Formats Supported
CDI
GDI
CCD
MDF
BIN
ISO
WAV +CUE images
Saturn Compatibility
Compatible with 20 pin and 21 pin models (separate kits for 20 and 21 pin models)
TODO Game compatibility list
Compatible with Saturn backup and RAM expansion cartridges
Compatible Action Replay and PseudoSaturn Kai
Dreamcast Compatibility
VA0 and VA1 Dreamcast models (VA2 not supported)
TODO Game compatibility list
PS1 Compatibility
Compatible with the PU-18 PS1 model
TODO Game compatibility list
Limitations
Due to the replacement of the disk drive original disks can no longer be used
USB storage and SATA storage cannot be used at the same time
Menu
In game menu TODO
Firmware updates
Firmware updates can be found here. An account and product serial number is required to reach the firmware files (Please note this is separate from a Terraonion Store account)
Troubleshooting
TODO
3D Printed Mounts
Laser Bear 3D Printed mounting brackets will help give a more uniform look to the MODE when the drive is open. They also can provide access to the SD card through an SD extension and other features.
The Stone Age Gamer 3D mounting brackets allows for an easier-to-install experience and more stable mount. These should work in conjunction with the Laser Bear mounts (Anybody tested this?)
