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sTo0z wrote: 08 May 2025 19:46 Sometimes I have to wiggle it a bit to make it happy, even though it feels like has a very solid connection.

This is because there is dirt on the edge connector(s), either on the 330 itself, the CD32 motherboard, or both. You can clean them using a paper towel soaked in 99% IPA. Pay special attention toward the edges and make sure to clean both sides.

alenppc wrote: 08 May 2025 19:52

sTo0z wrote: 08 May 2025 19:46 Sometimes I have to wiggle it a bit to make it happy, even though it feels like has a very solid connection.

This is because there is dirt on the edge connector(s), either on the 330 itself, the CD32 motherboard, or both. You can clean them using a paper towel soaked in 99% IPA. Pay special attention toward the edges and make sure to clean both sides.

Makes sense, I have cleaned both twice with IPA, but I'll give it another go and try to be more thorough. Moot at the moment though, as I can't seem to revive the dpad... :D Inside the controller looks fine, contact point looks fine, membrane looks fine. Even had it open and tried other membrane sections and still nothing. Tried to clean both membranes and contact point with IPA but still nothing. Ugh. :(

EDIT: LOL, ugh, it's worse than I thought. Seems like the controller port itself is busted. Tested some other controllers on the port and none of them can do a right input... :D Alright, last update from me as this is going off-topic from TF330 which is working fine. :) Off to see if I can do anything for that stupid controller port...

Try the controllers again but apply some slight upwards pressure to the port with your fingers.
I have a similar issue and I've wedged a thin piece of plastic in between the port and the CD32 case to lift the port upwards half a millimeter, and it works. I don't know what the problem is, I don't care, the piece of plastic wedged between the port and the case does the trick for now (since 2019)

If you decide to have your CD32 recapped they can reflow the joystick/mouse ports if they have come loose.

matt020 wrote: 09 May 2025 10:29 Try the controllers again but apply some slight upwards pressure to the port with your fingers.
I have a similar issue and I've wedged a thin piece of plastic in between the port and the CD32 case to lift the port upwards half a millimeter, and it works. I don't know what the problem is, I don't care, the piece of plastic wedged between the port and the case does the trick for now (since 2019)

Haha, I like the way you troubleshoot! Gave it a shot, no go unfortunately.

alexh wrote: 09 May 2025 15:46 If you decide to have your CD32 recapped they can reflow the joystick/mouse ports if they have come loose.

You read my mind! I think that's my next step. I love this goofy system and this TF thing is super exciting. Want to take care of the ol' thing.

Any reputable repair folks around here? :D

sTo0z wrote: 09 May 2025 19:39
Any reputable repair folks around here? :D

Several, but it depends where you're located.

alenppc wrote: 09 May 2025 20:57

sTo0z wrote: 09 May 2025 19:39
Any reputable repair folks around here? :D

Several, but it depends where you're located.

East coast, USA (Massachusetts).

sTo0z wrote: 09 May 2025 22:53

alenppc wrote: 09 May 2025 20:57

Several, but it depends where you're located.

East coast, USA (Massachusetts).

In that case, I recommend https://amigaofrochester.com/

alenppc wrote: 09 May 2025 22:56

sTo0z wrote: 09 May 2025 22:53

East coast, USA (Massachusetts).

In that case, I recommend https://amigaofrochester.com/

Thank you again, this place has been invaluable! Contacted this person!