Now accepting round 7 participants!
Hello there, i am new here and i am interested in getting an ULTRAHDMI in my n64. Can you please give me your email so i can contact you
Thank you
DETAILS FOR ROUND 7:
We set a target of 40 kits with the previous round, but the orders grew to 70 while I waited for the "go ahead" from Marshall to order the kits. This time, I've set a goal of 70 units. This round is already starting out with an order of 25 units from dkscer. I also need to respond to several people who tried to contact me over the last two weeks while I've been busy wrapping-up round 5. This round will be off to a fast start! Growing participation is great! I believe Marshall H (RetroActive) prefers to ship larger orders so he doesn't need to pack/ship as many packages (probably why it has been difficult for most people to reach him and submit smaller orders). The goal of the group-buy is to help satisfy UltraHDMI demand more quickly and allow participants to basically get the kit at wholesale cost. Participants can also get a discounted install service and other extras.
Working as a team, my twin brother (CZroe) and I have performed 200+ UltraHDMI installs and many Hi-Def NES installs. N64 fans are still desperate for UltraHDMI and frustrated because there hasn't been an easy way to get in line for one.
I don’t want to exclude anyone. If you're part of a local retro gaming group on Facebook or another forum, let them know about the group-buy. In a chat with UltraHDMI creator Marshall H, he told me: "Turn time is 5 weeks." I'd expect closer to 7 weeks if we consider all the shipping around. Round 5 took 12 weeks; the longest round yet. I believe Marshall H has been working on a revised UltraHDMI design, so that could be part of the reason. I’ll pass along any updates I get from Marshall H / RetroActive after our order is submitted. Until the order is sent to RetroActive, participants can back out and I will refund ASAP.
- $130.00 UltraHDMI kit (required to participate)
- $50.00 install service + extras
- $5.00 mini-HDMI cable
If you are confident in your tools and precision soldering ability, buy the kit and install yourself. I can install for $50 and toss in some extras.
If you mess up your self-install: Another flat cable is $10. CZroe has successfully restored a few failed installation attempts that were sent to him, so there's a good chance he could save a failed install attempt for you.
USA shipping:$10 UltraHDMI kit
$20 upgraded console
I ship from Newnan, GA 30263 (United States). For combined shipping or shipping outside USA, I will contact you before kits are ordered to work out the cost of shipping.
Combined shipping for multiple units:I typically purchase insurance and require signature confirmation, so I will have to calculate the cost for combined shipments.
For shipping outside USA:I will contact you before kits are ordered to work out the cost of shipping.
I can also try to obtain a North American NTSC N64 locally to pass on at-cost so it will not be necessary to ship a console internationally both ways.
Extras included with install service:- 3D-printed cartridge tray for NTSC systems: Allows North American N64 to fit and play Japanese games with 100% compatibility, or vice-versa. Your original unmodified cartridge tray will also be returned.
- Custom power LED color: Choose color-changing, green, blue, yellow, white, or original red.
Each UltraHDMI kit will be tested when I receive them. Each N64 system will be tested as I receive it. Each upgraded system will be tested again before packing and shipping. The latest UltraHDMI firmware will be installed (currently 1.08). If you order a kit with no install, your order will be shipped as soon as I receive and test them. If you’re getting install service, I’ll prioritize and process the list of participants in order based on when I received payment of at least $130 for the kit. For installs, send only the console. I don’t need the controller, power supply, or anything else. I'll have some of the N64 systems prepped and ready for installation so I can begin installs as soon as the kits arrive.
I am confident we can install / test / pack / ship 5 systems per day.
I’ll keep a public list of participants here:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1u6qYeVU_ZcBakCNbX43mjCUgSK-U2CH-ZXWNHPIQKBo/edit#gid=293186896(select "ROUND 7" tab at the bottom)
To participate:- Email
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. - Tell me which name / alias you prefer to use
It will be visible to other participants on the public list.
. - Tell me if you are interested in kit+install or just the kit
(and how many)
. - Tell me if you want a mini HDMI cable.
Most people need one. It's $5.
. - Tell me your name, return address, and preferred email address.
. - If you are getting installation, tell me which color you prefer for the power LED
White, green, blue, yellow, or keep it red.
. - Tell me how you heard about the group-buy.
Thanks!
I will provide my mobile phone number, street address, email, and payment info.
I will post each status update in this thread.