Which model is my Saturn ?
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3pacalypse
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Which model is my Saturn ?
Hi i would like to ask which model is my Saturn.Ive got a black Pal Saturn and on the back its sais MODEL : MK-80200A-50 . Im asking this question , cause i want to mod my Saturn with a modchip from this site , but i dont know if it is a Model 2 (32 pin) or Model 1 (64 pin) or else. I dont know where are the pins that i have to look for. Thanks
Last edited by 3pacalypse on Sun Sep 05, 2021 1:31 pm, edited 1 time in total.
Re: Which model is my Saturn ?
You'll have to open it up to look. There's a good guide to identifying Saturn models here:(http://www.angelfire.com/pa/Raluminat/saturnmod.html).
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NebachadnezzaR
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Re: Which model is my Saturn ?
Last time I checked you only needed to take a look at the buttons in the case (oval in model 1, round in model 2), but I could be wrong :/
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LivingtheDream
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Re: Which model is my Saturn ?
You are correct AFAIK. If you're planning to add a modchip you'll want the model two (round buttons).NebachadnezzaR wrote:Last time I checked you only needed to take a look at the buttons in the case (oval in model 1, round in model 2), but I could be wrong :/
Re: Which model is my Saturn ?
It's true that Model 1s and Model 2s have different buttons, but I believe Model 3s have buttons similar to Model 2s. Not sure off the top of my head, though.
Re: Which model is my Saturn ?
The buttons are just a general indication though. I have a 64pin chip in a round buttoned case but the chip still worked anyway. The only way to know is to open the case and take a look
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3pacalypse
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Re: Which model is my Saturn ?
Ok i have found out ... I have a Model 2 64 pin console . Will the install still be easy ? Cause im considering of buying a modchip , but i want to make sure for myself first 
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skate323k137
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Re: Which model is my Saturn ?
64 pin's are hit or miss. some work with the chip, some don't. I had 3 that didn't.

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Re: Which model is my Saturn ?
Same. MY 64pin model 2 wouldn't work. Swapped it for my friends 32pin model 2 and the chip worked a charm.
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