programming a chip for N64 controller

jcterzin

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Hello all

I'm looking into replacing my N64 controller sticks with these:

http://retrogamecraze.ecrater.com/p/15648119/gc-style-nintendo-n64-replacement

The physical hardware fits right into the old joysticks slot no problem and the feel of the stick is far superior to the original sticks; but (and there is always a but) the joystick skips steps while pushed an any direction. The problem is that the boards that come with the joysticks are lousy. Fortunately there is a solution but there needs to be a chip programmed and soldered in to correct the problem. It's this chip:

http://www.mouser.com/ProductDetail/Atmel/ATTINY24V-10SSU/?qs=2nyfZ6BV3ogoR3IR1MJB9OykzKPgxciC

My question is if any of you dudes can help me out with programming the chip. I don't know how to do any of that and can't seem to find anyone who sells them preprogrammed. If interested, this is what I'm trying to do (watch the video):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o0VO46SWo2M&feature=relmfu

for detailed information on programming the chip (and many of you may be able to do this yourself, download this pdf, it's very useful):

http://www.mediafire.com/?q4232gx1w2q2w0s
 
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I saw these on eBay and was thinking of getting one to try. I like the feel of a real stick rather than the strange stick that came with n64 controllers. I haven't purchased one yet but I am sad to know they're not a perfect replacement.
 
I saw these on eBay and was thinking of getting one to try. I like the feel of a real stick rather than the strange stick that came with n64 controllers. I haven't purchased one yet but I am sad to know they're not a perfect replacement.

Yes, it is unfortunate. These chips would fix the problem after they are programmed (and soldered in of course)
 
This doesn't seem too difficult to do. I mean, the files are all available, you just need to hookup a JTAG programmer and flash a file, then solder in the new chip. You just need to spend the $30 or whatever for the programmer.
 
A $10 usbtiny isp will do the job. You'll want a small breadboard to hook it to the chip.

You'll need to download avrdude to program it.

-Jim
 
For that matter, if you wanted to mail me the chips, I could flash them. I do a lot of AVR hobby stuff.

-Jim
 
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