RetroFlag NESPi Embedded NFC Tray

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<p>This are the parts to modify the RetroFlag NESPi case and add a cartridge slot with a functional embedded NFC tray.</p> <p>The tray included in this project, is a modified version of kiddingme's embedded NFC tray published Apr 9, 2017, his original design can be found here: <a href="https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2238242"> https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2238242</a>.</p> <p> The NFC cartridge in the project is a slim down version of the "Cartridge mod requires no glue" published Jan 31, 2017 by kiddingme, you can find more information about this project at: <a href="https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2073686"> https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2073686</a>.</p> <p>The NFC tag I use for the cartridges are the MIFARE Classic 1K, you can get this from Amazon in packages of 50pcs, this is the link: <a href="http://amzn.to/2FfgYru"> http://amzn.to/2FfgYru</a>.</p> #####Preparation <p>Before you can use this cartridge slot, your RetroFlag case needs to be modified, follow the instructions on this video by Evan Wright to prepare your case.</p> [](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9QKqumpIJ-U&list=PLEXAT-o9z80zu9LdbYCAJ4A58PtPiFytt "RetroFlag shell mods required for working cartridge slot") #####Required Hardware Once you have modified your RetroFalag case you can order an electronic kit to upgrade the functionality of your NESPi console from: <a href="https://mini-mods.com/product/retroflag-pi-control-v1/"> https://mini-mods.com/product/retroflag-pi-control-v1</a>.</p> <p>The NFC reader is use for the Embedded NFC Tray is the: NXP PN532 NFC RFID Module, the link for this product is: <a href="https://mini-mods.com/product/nfc-rfid-tag-reader/">https://mini-mods.com/product/nfc-rfid-tag-reader/</a>.</p> <p>Additionally you will need a Brabantia stile clip for the bottom piece of the case, you can buy this from <a href="http://amzn.to/2HKJPBO"> Amazon</a>.</p> #####Installation and Configuration <p>A full procedure on the installtion and configuration of the Retroflag Pi Control board can be found at: <a href="https://mini-mods.com/2018/02/26/setup-retroflag-pi-control-v1-board/"> https://mini-mods.com/2018/02/26/setup-retroflag-pi-control-v1-board/</a> Setup your Retroflag Pi Control v1 Board.</p> #####Features * Soft-shutdown * Custom reset button functionality such as restart game and write game info to NFC tag * Fan and temperature control * Control LED to display various status details * Reverse Polarity Protection