SNES Messiah Controller repair?

RoosterRooster
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I picked up some used Messiah controllers a while ago and one of them just doesn't seem to work any more.  When I got them they both worked fine, but now one of them just will not power on.  I suspect it could potentially be due to some corrosion and I opened the shell up, and it seems like one of the wires that goes from the battery to the main unit might be corroded?  I'm no expect, just guessing.  Do you guys know anyone that could reasonable diagnose and repair this for a reasonable price?

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  • dewisp02dewisp02
    Are these the LE numbered lunchbox ones? I would take a look if I had more time. If you cannot find anyone, follow up with me in a couple weeks. I may or may not have some time then.
  • RoosterRooster
    I guess, it says "Limited Edition" on the back. Thanks for the response!
  • dewisp02dewisp02

    Originally posted by: Rooster



    I guess, it says "Limited Edition" on the back. Thanks for the response!

    This one? 




  • RoosterRooster
    Yeah those controllers and dongles look the same as the ones I have.
  • 16bitSprite16bitSprite
    The best way to fix electronics is to buy a contact cleaner. (One without oil in it so as not to attract dust in the future). Usually you can get one in a pressure pack from your local hobby electronics store. Unplug ir remove the power supply (battery or cord) Spray the cleaner all over the pcb and let dry.



    A quick visual check for dodgy capacitors is easy. They will have a bulge in the metal disc on top. If you see any you will probably need to order a replacement. (Take note of the number on the side) check eBay.



    If you think it's the battery terminal itself, you can try to clean up the corrosion with a bit of steel wool. Be VERY careful. It's a lot easier to do if you can remove the terminal altogether. I'm not familiar with your particular controller so this may not be possible.



    Lastly would be checking for bad connections. These can be in the form of a severed connection on the pcb or a broken solder joint. This is easier if you have a multimeter, but if not and like you say you suspect it's around the power supply try heating up the solder joints till they are liquid again. It can re connect the bad joint. If it's a severed connection on the pcb you can you can solder a wire from where the severed track starts to where it ends. Easier said than done in a lot of cases.



    Other things it might be is a dodgy part, eg LED or the like. Maybe even a bad wire. If you can figure out what part it is, you may be able to desolder it and replace it with another working part.



    After that I tend to bow out and write the thing off as junk.



    It can be a time consuming process but I've managed to save countless "for parts" items using this method.



    Best of luck. I hate seeing old retro gaming equipment thrown away when there is still life left in them.
  • RoosterRooster
    I appreciate the suggestions! Though I did try to clean the connectors that didn't really work and I am not really savvy enough to start pulling out terminals and wires and stuff.
  • ProtonXProtonX
    If you want to sell them as broken- shoot me a pm.
  • RoosterRooster
    lol Thanks for the offer. I really just want to get it fixed though xD I still have one working one and was hoping to keep a pair.
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