Other Hobbies and Interests that our NLG members enjoy => Other Hobbies and Interests => Topic started by: therockinelvis on March 25, 2020, 05:04:23 PM
Title: Chip Reader/Burner
Post by: therockinelvis on March 25, 2020, 05:04:23 PM
I would like to get a Burner/Reader that is easy to learn and use. Backup my SB files. Any suggestions?
Title: Re: Chip Reader/Burner
Post by: rickhunter on March 25, 2020, 05:32:44 PM
I had always used the USB GQ4X from mcumall. Works with a lot of chips, but needs adapters for a lot of the newer stuff. I now use TL866II Plus since it can also do firmware hubs. It will do all IGT i960 pltatform eproms without adapters.
Title: Re: Chip Reader/Burner
Post by: sixcardmark on March 25, 2020, 05:45:39 PM
I also use the TL866II Plus. I love it. :I_agree_1:
Title: Re: Chip Reader/Burner
Post by: qbert on March 25, 2020, 06:48:57 PM
Tl866II PLUS, :agreepost: easy to use works great reasonably priced.
Title: Re: Chip Reader/Burner
Post by: GOS on March 25, 2020, 07:39:58 PM
i have for sale the GQ-4X - adapter - software (can be downloaded as well) - and a eprom eraser (works but the door needs a quick fix - the nub worn so closeing door sometimes does not reqister - a little super clue can fix) - I am no longer using as I am retired- located in port richey fl $75 plus reasonable shipping
Title: Re: Chip Reader/Burner
Post by: hemiroid on March 25, 2020, 10:46:56 PM
I got this one because I work with Aristocrat and the others were too small for 32 pin eproms without an adapter. I really like this one except for the non-US power supply required a wall wart adapter/convertor.
I started with a Batronix but it was only good up to 24 pins and Batronix told me there was no adapter available? Maybe their software was lacking.
I'm sure they all work the same no matter the brand...
Title: Re: Chip Reader/Burner
Post by: therockinelvis on March 26, 2020, 04:26:25 AM
I see some of the
TL866II Plus Programmer have several adaptors. Do I need the adaptors for IGT chips?
Title: Re: Chip Reader/Burner
Post by: qbert on March 26, 2020, 04:30:06 AM
No adapter needed to do IGT chips. If you plan on backing up the small square bios chips like the ones in a Reel Touch top box you will need an adapter.
Title: Re: Chip Reader/Burner
Post by: therockinelvis on March 26, 2020, 04:32:36 AM
Thanks, Rich
Title: Re: Chip Reader/Burner
Post by: therockinelvis on March 26, 2020, 04:36:45 AM
I see some do not come with a CD. I am guessing I need the CD
Title: Re: Chip Reader/Burner
Post by: hemiroid on March 26, 2020, 04:46:08 AM
I see some do not come with a CD. I am guessing I need the CD
Google the one you are looking at and the software is probably available for download...
Title: Re: Chip Reader/Burner
Post by: GOS on March 26, 2020, 04:50:03 AM
The GQ-4x comes with cd software or you can download from company website
Title: Re: Chip Reader/Burner
Post by: Stayouttadabunker on March 26, 2020, 06:36:16 AM
I've been using the GQ-4X for over a dozen years now, hooked up to my old trusty Windows XP desktop tower. The XP OS tower also has the older CF flash card reader slot for Vision lcd topbox cards and works fine for the WMS BB1,2,and 3 CF cards. It doesn't corrupt the files on the cards like Windows 8 and newer OS's does. The only drawback is that it's slower downloading speeds to chips than the newer programmers but I've learned to live with that easily enough. I've heard there's newer , faster ones but I'm satisfied with this one. I got mine from MCUMall for about $120 bucks back then with the adapter for the SB chips. Worth every penny and feel like I have gotten my money's worth over the years for sure.
Title: Re: Chip Reader/Burner
Post by: erbs on March 26, 2020, 09:57:25 AM
I use the GQ-4X4 and have had no problems with it. I also got mine from MCUMall for about $120 bucks and came with several adapters.
Title: Re: Chip Reader/Burner
Post by: therockinelvis on March 26, 2020, 01:11:27 PM
I'm seeing
TL866II Plus on EBay for around $50.00 including shipping. And in USA. I won't mess with China
Title: Re: Chip Reader/Burner
Post by: therockinelvis on March 26, 2020, 01:54:09 PM
Title: Re: Chip Reader/Burner
Post by: KaPH33n on July 04, 2020, 11:23:10 AM
I will also recommend the TL866II Plus. I have one and the gq-4x4 as well. There is some non overlap between them so I need both devices for the things I repair.
You can't get a better value than the TL866II Plus...
Title: Re: Chip Reader/Burner
Post by: therockinelvis on July 04, 2020, 11:39:55 AM
That is what I went with. Took a while to figure it out. Qbert gave me terrific phone support