How-to: Mini-USB extension cable for better PSP-290 GPS reception

Posted Jun 7, 2007 at 11:40AM by QJ Staff Listed in: How-To Tags: DIY, GPS

Those who use Sony's PSP-290 GPS receiver know well that the PlayStation Portable unit is creating some kind of interference when used in close proximity with the device. The problem can easily be solved by using a mini-USB extension cable. Thing is, the PSP-290 is being powered by the connections on either side of the mini-USB port.

Online site PC-Mobile noted that some of their consumers have asked to them to come up with an extension cable that would solve the problem but according to them, the price for such an item would be rather steep. What the store did was provide an online DIY instruction manual so that PSP users can improvise.

You will need these following materials: test pins, copper/contact plates for the female connector side (2mm-6mm in width; bend the end about 1.5mm at right angle), and CMUE. You might also need some soldering materials and heat shrink tubing as well as wires with suitable length.

Here's how to do it according to PC-Mobile:

File both sides of the female connector using a small flat file.
File a groove in the middle of the male connector. Best tool to use is a small triangle file.
Solder the pins. Cover with heat shrink tubing.
Position the pins on both sides of the connectors and tape. Make sure you place the pins on the correct sides, or you will fry your GPS/camera!

And then you're done! If you want to see the instructions with their accompanying images, the Read link below should take you to PC-Mobile's page.

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Comments

by - 2007-06-07 14:28:44

wtf

show is wickedss

by - 2007-06-08 21:58:08

wtf

second!!! but how much does this improve reception?

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