Sega Genesis Nomad Instruction Manual
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1. Connectine THE Controt PAD Insert the Control ad s plug to the Control 2 port on the Genesis Nomad as shown the Control Pad is sold separately Player One uses the controls on the Genesis Nomad and Player Two uses the Control Pad For ease of play tis suggested that player two connect the Control Pad to the Genesis Nomad using the Control Pad Extension Cord MK 1606 sold separately Note Some software requiring special peripherals to be attached to Control Port 1 cannot be played on the Genesis Nomad Usinc THe Genesis TEAM PLAYER ADAPTOR The Genesis Team Player Adaptor is used for games with two or more players Insert the Genesis Team Player Adaptor s Control plug to the Control 2 port on the Genesis Nomad as shown Contr 2 on the Genesis Team Player Adaptor is left unconnected and is not used Please refer to the Genesis Team Player Adaptor manual for more details on how to connect Control Pads Note It is recommended that you use an AC Adaptor when using the Team Player due to power consumption needs CONNECTING THE GENESIS NOMAD To A TELEVISION you have a stereo TV or stereo VCR see Connecnna To A Sreto TV on Sreto VCR your TV or monitor has video and mono audio jacks see Conmecnna To A TV On VCR Wrm Vioeo Aro Mono Auto Jacks IW your TV does not have audio video jacks see Connecnna To A TV Wimoat Auoo Vioeo Jacks CONNECTING To A STEREO TV or Stereo VCR I your TV has video and ster2. Next plug the RF Unit antenna cabie into the TV VHF input jack Finally plug the RF cable into the A V OUT Jack on the top of the Genesis Nomad with the mark on the cable pointing to the rear To continue see Sermme Tre TV Charee TV win an ANTENNA CABLE CONSISTING OF A Twit LEAD ANTENNA WIRE I your TV s antenna cable consists of a twinJead antenna wire you ll need a matching transformer and an Fype converter both available from electronics stores and an RF Unit MK 1632 sold separately 140 vew o v ser YF 300 ohn Mardin nema 75 300 ah lt b mpare Disconnect the twinlead antenna wire from the TV and connect it to the Ftype converter Plug the F type converter into the ANT IN port of the RF Unit Plug the RF Unit antenna cable into the matching transformer Connect the transformer s twin lead antenna wire to the back of the TV Finally plug the RF cable into the A V OUT Jack on the top of the Genesis Nomad with the mark on the cable pointing to the rear To continue see Sernna The TV Que u a une TV wrm Case TV or VHF Antenna Case PLuaGeD mro A MATCHING TRANSFORMER Wa cable TV or a VHF antenna cable is already plugged into a matching transformer on the back of your TV use an RF Unit MK 1632 sold separately with your matching transformer 1 Leave the twinead antenna wire of the matching transformer connected to the TV Unplug the VHF antenna cable from the other end of the transformer Plug the VHF
3. Sega products with your Genesis Nomad Do not disconnect the Control Pad or any other peripheral during gameplay as doing so may result in malfunction Do not put anything except Sega Genesis system cartridges in the cartridge slot Remove batteries from the battery compartment when you are not using the Genesis Nomad as leakage from the batteries may damage the unit When replacing batteries replace all batteries at the same time do not mix old and new batteries and make sure all batteries are of the same type standard carbon ine alkaline or rechargeable nicket cadmium 7 For the best operation of the Genesis Nomad the use of alkaline batteries or the optional PowerBack both sold separately is recommended 8 Do not place metal objects against the battery pack terminals on the back of the Genesis Nomad as this may cause the unit to short circuit 9 Do not touch or put anything in the terminals of the cartridge or the cartridge slot of the Genesis Nomad 10 Do not drop the Genesis Nomad or any other parts or subject them to shock 111 Use only a sot dry cloth to clean your Genesis Nomad Using iquid solvents cleansers or soap will damage the unit 12 Ifthe Genesis Nomad is subjected to extreme heat such as in a hot car or in direct sunlight the display response may become slow or the screen display may dim Also avoid extreme cold steam vapor such as near a kitchen stove dust areas where the unit may be splashed with wate
4. antenna cable into the ANT IN port of the RF Unit Plug the RF Unit antenna cable into the matching transformer Finally plug the RF cable into the A V OUT jack on the top of the Genesis Nomad with the mark on the cable pointing to the rear To continue see Senno Tne TV Chama TV wrm Connecren VCR Ifyou have a video cassette recorder connected use an RF Unit MK 1632 sold separately and if necessary an Ftype converter and or a matching transformer both available from electronics stores 1 Disconnect the VCR cable from the television s VHF terminal or from its matching transformer and plug it into the RF Unit If this cable has a twin ead antenna wire you ll need an F type Converter to make this connection 2 Plug the RF Unit antenna cable into the television s VHF terminal If a twin ead antenna wire is required you ll need a matching transformer to make this connection 3 Finally plug the RF Cable into the A V OUT jack on the top of the Genesis Nomad console with the mark on the cable pointing to the rear 4 To continue see Serme Tue TV Cimer I you are using the RF unit set the channel switch on the RF unit to CH3 Set your TV to channel 3 T channel 3 is used for TV viewing set your TV to channel 4 Then set the channel switch on the RF unit to CH 4 ene Note If your TV has an automatic fine tuning control AFC tum it off and manually adjust the picture However if you have
5. date of purchase If a defect covered by this limited warranty occurs during this 90 day warranty period Sega will repair or replace the defective system or component part at its option free of charge This limited warranty does not apply if the defects have been caused by negligence accident unreasonable use modification tampering or any other causes not related to defective materials or work manship Additionally this warranty shall not be valid if the serial number of the Genesis Nomad System unit has been To receive warranty service 1 800 USA SEGA Our Consumer Service Department is in operation seven days a week DO NOT RETURN YOUR GENESIS NOMAD SYSTEM TO YOUR RETAIL SELLER Return the system to Sega Consumer Service only Please call first for further information lf the Sega technician is unable to solve the problem by phone we will provide you with instructions on returning your defective system to us The cost of returning the system to Sega s Service Center shall be paid by the purchaser REPAIRS AFTER EXPIRATION OF WARRANTY If your Genesis Nomad System requires repairs after termination of the 90 day limited warranty period you may contact the Sega Consumer Service Department at the number listed above Ifthe technician is unable to solve the problem by phone he or she will advise you of the estimated cost of repair If you choose to have the repair done you will need to retum the defective merchandise freigh
6. separately or the Game Gear Car Adaptor MK 2115 sold separately CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS Machine Face DIRECTIONAL DSUTION COLORLCD SCREEN BATTERY INDICATOR UGHTS WHEN BATTERIES ARE LOW srar MODE BUTION START BUTTON Tor View POWER POWER SWICH cantnoGE SLOT IR INPUT JACK av OUT no vcn FOR AC OR CAR ADAPTOR Back View rl BATTERY ATTACHMENT SPACE Note See Orenanma On Bartenes for directions on using battery power Borrom View CONTROL 2 CONTROL PORT FOR TWORAYER GAMES STARTING UP OPERATING ON BATTERIES Batteries are placed in the detachable battery compartment included When replacing batteries make sure to detach the compartment from the main unit before opening the cover To INSERT BATTERIES Detach the battery compartment from the unit by holding the compartment firmly and sliding it upwards until the hooks release from the unit Open the battery compartment door by pulling upwards on the latch atthe top of the compartment Insert 6 AA size alkaline batteries into the compartment making sure that the positive and negative terminals are correctly matched Close the compartment cover Replace the battery compartment on the unit by aligning the compartment hooks with the grooves on the bottom of the unit and sliding it downwards until it clicks into place When the LED lamp is lt please replace the batteries Make sure
7. to replace all batteries at the same time and make sure that all batteries are of the same type Note Depending on the manufacturer of the alkaline batteries being used your Genesis Nomad may continue to operate for about 30 minutes after the LED lamp ist a ua un OUTSIDE POWER SOURCES The power input jack is used to connect an AC or Car Adaptor to the Genesis Nomad When an outside power source is connected the Genesis Nomad automatically switches from batteries to the outside source 3 penance MK 1639 Ganesa Norad PowerBack w stoostea Note When using the Car Adaptor be sure to unplug the adaptor when the engine is not running Leaving the adaptor connected may cause excessive drain on the car battery INSERTING AND REMOVING CARTRIDGES 1 Switch the Genesis Nomad power OFF 2 Make sure the cartridge label is facing you then insert the cartridge straight in 3 Use your fingers to remove the cartridge pulling it straight out GAMES FOR TWO OR MORE PLAYERS Refer to the following instructions when setting up your Genesis Nomad for games with two or more players The Nomad may be used by itself or for easier viewing it can be connected to a TV or VCR For directions on connecting the Genesis Nomad to a TV or VCR see Connecnna me Geness Nomao To A Teuenson Note When playing one player games you must use the controis on the Genesis Nomad unit The Control Pad cannot be used for playing one player games
8. a color TV that tums black and white when the AFC is tumed of leave the AFC on TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEMS SOME CAUSES amp REMEDIES The power is on but the screen is white Cartridge is not inserted correctly Tum power OFF and insert again Screen setting is too light Adjust the brightness level The power is on but the screen is black Screen setting is too dark Adjust the brightness level The picture is scrambled and or full of vertical Interference from another TV or radio Interference or horizontal lines Play away from the source of Interference Channel settings for the TV and RF unit are different Make sure the channel settings for the RF Unit and TV match channel 3 or 4 sound from the headphones Te headghon gi et completely seed Into the headphone Insert the headphone plug firmly into jack No sound from speakers Volume is set too low Adjust the volume Headphones are inserted Remove the headphone plug from headphone jack Genesis software is designed to be viewed on a TV or monitor Due to the size of the Genesis Nomad s LCD video screen some distortion of letters or screen information may occur This is not a problem with the Genesis Nomad The Genesis Nomad is not compatible with all Genesis games Please refer to Conecnno THe Commot Pan section of this manual for details on software using special peripherals If you have any questions regarding soft
9. ad generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause interference to radio communica tions However there is no guarantee that interference will nt occur in a particular installation If the Genesis Nomad does cause interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by tuming the Genesis Nomad off and on the user is encouraged to try to eliminate the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna _ Increase the separation between the Genesis Nomad and the receiver Plug the Genesis Nomad into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult your Sega dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help If following the procedures above still does not solve the problem contact the Sega Consumer Service Department at 1 8004ISA SEGA POWER UP THE NOMAD You have a few choices on how to power up your Nomad The Genesis Nomad battery pack requires 6 AA batteries to run When using alkaline batteries you should have about two hours of continuous gameplay When playing at home you can also use the Genesis 2 AC Adaptor MK 1639 sold separately or the Game Gear AC Adaptor MK 2103 sold separately When playing on the road you can also use either the Genesis Nomad PowerBack Rechargeable Battery Pack MK 6102 MK 6103 sold
10. batteries out of the reach of children I a child swallows a battery consult a doctor immediately as this may result in suffocation or poisoning 4 Donot insert fingers in any openings on the Genesis Nomad unit as this constitutes a risk ot electric shock 5 Do not remove any of the Genesis Nomad s covers Failure to comply with this can result in arisk of electric shock 6 Do not try to take apart reassemble or alter the Genesis Nomad or its accessories to avoid risk of electric shock and damage PRECAUTIONS TO TAKE DURING USE Sit a good distance away from the television screen preferably as far away as the length of the Control Pad cable allows Siting too ciose to the screen will result in eyestrain Avoid playing il you ave ured or have nok had enough seep You expose yoursel io excessive eyestrain if you play when tired Make sure that the room in which you are playing is well It Subjecting your eyes to high contrasts of ight and darkness will cause unnecessary eyesuain Take a break for 10 to 15 minutes per hour while playing a video game to rest your eyes and the Genesis Nomad PROPER CARE OF THE GENESIS NOMAD The Genesis Nomad is a precision electronic instrument so when you use it please be aware of the points below Ignoring the following instructions can result in damage to the Genesis Nomad Switch the power OFF before inserting or removing game cartridges Use only licensed
11. elect the Audio Video Input setting on your TV when playing the Sega video games on the Genesis Nomad Note It is also possible to use the Sega Stereo Audio Video Cable MK 1635 sold separately to connect the Genesis Nomad However you cannot connect the red audio plug of the cable and as a result you will not be able to hear the right R audio channel As some Sega video games use the Fight audio channel for game messages this connection is not recommended CONNECTING To A TV WitHouT Auoio VIDEO Jacks TV wm Simcue ptuc Antenna Caste For emmer Caste TV on VHF Antenna Caste la single plug antenna cable is plugged into your TV or if you have cable TV use an RF Unit MK 1632 sold separately No other connectors are necessary TOP View OF UNIT To A V OUT Jock RF Cobie Unplug the antenna cable from the TV and plug it into the ANT IN port of the RF Unit Now plug the RF Unit antenna cable into the TV VHF input jack Finally plug the RF cable into the A V OUT jack on the top right side of the Genesis Nomad with the mark on the cable pointing to the rear To continue see Serna me TV urea a ene TV wm F rype Converter Wan F type converter is plugged into your TV use an RF Unit MK 1632 sold No on MK 1632 sold separately No other RF UNIT Sold separately Model No 1632 RF Coble Locate your TV s F type converter unplug it from the TV and connect it to the ANT IN port of the RF Unit
12. eo audio input jacks stereo TV or if you have a stereo VCR use the Sega Stereo Audio Video Cable MK 1635 sold separately to connect the Genesis Nomad 1 Insert the 3pin DIN plug end of the Sega Stereo Audio Video Cable into the A V OUT jack on top of the Genesis Nomad with the mark on the cable pointing to the rear Connect the yellow video plug on the three plug end of the Sega Stereo Audio Video Cable directly to the video input jack of your stereo TV or stereo VCR Connect the white plug to the left audio input jack and connect the red plug to the right audio Input jack of your stereo TV or stereo VCR Lastly select the Audio Video Input setting on your TV when playing Sega video games on the Genesis Nomad CONNECTING To A TV or VCR wii ViDEO AND Mono Aunio Jacks your TV or VCR has video and mono audio input jacks please use the mono Sega Audio Video Cable MK 1634 sold separately to connect the Genesis Nomad to your TV or VCR Te Monaural TV or Monaural VCR Sago Avdio Video Coble MK 1634 sold seporotely 1 Insert the circular plug end of the Sega Audio Video Cable into the A V OUT jack on the top of the Genesis Nomad with the mark on the cable pointing to the rear 2 Connect the yellow video plug on the tworplug end of the Sega Audio Video Cable directly to the video input jack of your mono TV or VCR 3 Connect the white audio plug to the audio input jack of your mono TV or VCR 4 Lastly s
13. ma SEGA m GENESIS NOMAD INSTRUCTION MANUAL READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING YOUR GENESIS NOMAD OR ALLOWING YOUR CHILDREN TO USE IT A EPILEPSY WARNING READ BEFORE USING YOUR SEGA VIDEO GAME SYSTEM Some people are susceptible to epileptic seizures or loss of consciousness when exposed to certain light patterns or flashing lights in everyday life Such people may have a seizure while watching certain television images or playing certain video games This may happen even if the person has no medical history of epilepsy or has never had any epileptic seizures Ifyou or anyone in your family has ever had symptoms related to epilepsy seizures or loss of consciousness when exposed to flashing lights consult your doctor prior to playing We advise that parents should monitor tke Use of video gamed By their CRIGFER WVU Vour Y child experience any of the folowing symptoms dazinss biurred vision eye or muscle twitches Toss of consciousness disorientation any voluntary movement or convulsions IMMEDIATELY discontinue use and consult your doctor WARNING 1 The Genesis Nomad unit operates at 120 Volts Do not operate this unit at any other voltage as it constitutes a risk of electric shock fire or damage to the unit 2 Do not expose this product to rain water or other moisture Failure to comply with this will result in a risk of fire or electric shock 3 Keep
14. r humidity and slanted unstable or vibrating surfaces 13 Condensation may accumulate on the surface of the Genesis Nomad if it is subjected to sudden changes in temperature In this case allow the unit to rest for about one hour before use To OWNERS OF PROJECTION TELEVISIONS Stil pictures or images may cause permanent picture tube damage or mark the phosphor of the CCRT Avoid repeated or extended use of video games on large screen projection televisions Consult your owner s manual before playing video games on your projection television CAUTION Please note that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for FCC compliance may void the user s authority to operate the equipment Please check with the manu facturer prior to effecting any changes or modifications to the Genesis Nomad Please also note that the Sega Genesis AC Adaptor sold separately is made of shielded wire If other types of cable are used there is the possibility of violating FCC emission limits Such change or modification of the Genesis Nomad is prohibited Only use the Sega Genesis Power Cord when setting up and using the Genesis Nomad system If necessary the user should consult the dealer or an experienced radio television technician for additonal suggestions The user may find the folowing booklet prepared by the Federal Communi cations Commission helpful How to Identify and Resolve Radio TV Interference Problems This booklet is a
15. t prepaid and insured against loss or damage to Sega s Service Center with an enclosed check or money order payable to Sega of America Inc for the amount of the cost estimate provided to you by the technician If after inspection it is determined that your system cannot be repaired it will be returned to you and your payment will be refunded LIMITATIONS ON WARRANTY Any applicable implied warranties including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a hereby limited to ninety days from the date of purchase and ar is set forth herein In no event shall Sega of America Inc be liable for consequential or incidental damages resulting from the breach of any express or implied warranties The provisions of this limited warranty are valid in the United States only Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or exclusion of consequential or incidental damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty provides you with specific legal rights You may have other rights which vary from state to state Note Using unlicensed products may void the user warranty COMPLIANCE WITH FCC REGULATIONS The Genesis Nomad has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against radio interference in a residential installation The Genesis Nom
16. vailable from the U S Government Printing Office Washington D C 20402 Stock No 004000 003454 USING PERIPHERALS Only Sega accessories are guaranteed to be compatible with the Genesis Nomad so check for the Sega Seal of Quality Certain Sega peripheral equipment and Genesis software is incompatible with the Genesis Nomad system Please check the following peripherals list before attempting to connect any peripherals to your Genesis Nomad system If you have questions regarding software compatibility please contact Sega at the telephone number and address listed at the bottom of the Troubleshooting Chart CompariBLe INCOMPATIBLE Genesis 6 Button Arcade Pad Genesis 32X Genesis 3 Button Control Pad CATV Genesis Mega Mouse Sega CD Activator Remote Arcade Pad Button Arcade Stick Remote Arcade System Genesis 2 AC Adaptor Genesis 1 AC Adapter Genesis Team Player Adaptor Sega CD AC Adaptor Recommended for use with AC adaptor Power Base Converter due to power needs Note The Sega Game Gear Car Adaptor and the Sega Game Gear AC Adaptor may be used as power sources for the Genesis Nomad However please note that all other Game Gear peripherals are Incompatible with the Genesis Nomad System WARRANTY Sega of America Inc warrants to the original consumer purchaser that the Genesis Nomad System and ail component parts shall be free from defects in material and work manship for a period of ninety days from the
17. ware compatibility please phone 1 800 4I8A SEGA or write P O Box 8097 Redwood City CA 94063 SPECIFICATIONS MK6100 LR6 x 6 Six size AA alkaline batteries 10 volt AC Adaptor or rechargeable battery pack PowerBack MK 6102 6103 sold separately asw Temperature 5 C to 35 C Humidity 10 to 80 RH Width 190 mm Length 51 mm Height 108 mm Patents U S Nos 4 442 486 4 454 594 4 462 076 Europe No 80244 Canada No 1 189 276 Hong Kong No 88 4302 Singapore No 88 155 Sage Genesis Nomad Genesis Sepa CD Game Gear Genesis 32 Moga Mouse is Team Player Activator 6 Button Arcade Stick Remote Arcade 6 Button Arcade Pad and Nomad PowerBack are trademarks of Sega Instruction Manual 1995 SEGA System Program 1990 SEGA P O Box 8097 Redwood City CA 94063 All Rights Reserved lt 670 6955B gt
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