Goes by other names “SNES Burn-In Test Cart” or “Super NES Service Cart” or “SNES repair Cart” or "Hardware Diagnostic Cartridges".
Used by the Nintendo World Class Service Center to diagnose problems with potentially faulty hardware.
They test several functions, including input routines, various display modes, and sound playback routines.
This cart was also used in conjunction with Super Nintendo Counter Tester.
Listing is for Rev D the final version; see 1992 date on title screen. We also have the prior version Rev C; with 1991 date on title screen. Many of the Rev C & Rev D features are the same.
This cart got some hype for having a 16-bit rendition of Zelda II opening theme at end of the sound test.
A nifty surprise buried in its sound test.
The software tests include:
Used by the Nintendo World Class Service Center to diagnose problems with potentially faulty hardware.
They test several functions, including input routines, various display modes, and sound playback routines.
This cart was also used in conjunction with Super Nintendo Counter Tester.
Listing is for Rev D the final version; see 1992 date on title screen. We also have the prior version Rev C; with 1991 date on title screen. Many of the Rev C & Rev D features are the same.
This cart got some hype for having a 16-bit rendition of Zelda II opening theme at end of the sound test.
A nifty surprise buried in its sound test.
The software tests include:
- Controller Test. You push to confirm each button on controller is working.
- Sound Module Test. This play sound, music at left or right channel to confirm sound working.
- Super Scope Test. A Scope test program. It tracks the cruiser to show any dead spots on TV.
- Super Nes Mouse Test. Simple confirm mouse buttons and movement.
- Burn-in Test. This will run an auto program that will stress test the parts of the system. It helps to confirm if any bad parts in the Snes.
Special note, this version has a break down list of burn-in tests of inner system parts; as seen below. A great feature for repair shops to know which parts are faulty.
This screen only on Rev D models.
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Super Scope & Super Stunner 6 note. This cart support, but a limited test screen. When hold courier button it helps show your location/detection; this can be helpful if have blind stops in your Tube TV.
Inside the code there a developer message “Mouse Test Software, Ver 0.0 July 29, 1992. Also, if hold L+R on the mouse test screen you get “Software Engineer: Khanh Le” appear.
An interesting item of Nintendo history that neat to use. Very useful for modern repair shops!
Also great for Snes owner who want to keep tabs on how their physical equipment is running.
Inside the code there a developer message “Mouse Test Software, Ver 0.0 July 29, 1992. Also, if hold L+R on the mouse test screen you get “Software Engineer: Khanh Le” appear.
An interesting item of Nintendo history that neat to use. Very useful for modern repair shops!
Also great for Snes owner who want to keep tabs on how their physical equipment is running.
FAQ
Is it worth buying Rev C as Rev D is later version.
True, if purchase one it better go with Rev D. As Rev D gives list of inner system parts of what passes & fails.
Yet, when Rev D fails a internal tests the Super Mario World (SMW) Beta graphics will not run, but Rev C will run the SMW beta graphics and give you text caption what look for. So if want see more details of the issues if got defective system Rev C has value there.
Also, the SMW beta graphics are bit different between Rev C & Rev D.
So few more visuals in Rev C not in Rev D. If that of some interest.
If my system fails Internal Electronics Tests is it okay still use my Snes System or safe?
You can still use your Snes system. It safe to use. You may not notice any issues. These test carts over-push the internal electronics, but not all games need electronics pushed that hard to play/work.
You may want to invest in another system or in getting it professional repaired. Yet don't be shy in keeping it and keep using it.
What else can I do with this thing? Is it really a good investment?
If you’re a long term Snes player, collector, or fan (anyone who will keep/use their SNES), this item handy to keep around.
Some examples of use:
True, if purchase one it better go with Rev D. As Rev D gives list of inner system parts of what passes & fails.
Yet, when Rev D fails a internal tests the Super Mario World (SMW) Beta graphics will not run, but Rev C will run the SMW beta graphics and give you text caption what look for. So if want see more details of the issues if got defective system Rev C has value there.
Also, the SMW beta graphics are bit different between Rev C & Rev D.
So few more visuals in Rev C not in Rev D. If that of some interest.
If my system fails Internal Electronics Tests is it okay still use my Snes System or safe?
You can still use your Snes system. It safe to use. You may not notice any issues. These test carts over-push the internal electronics, but not all games need electronics pushed that hard to play/work.
You may want to invest in another system or in getting it professional repaired. Yet don't be shy in keeping it and keep using it.
What else can I do with this thing? Is it really a good investment?
If you’re a long term Snes player, collector, or fan (anyone who will keep/use their SNES), this item handy to keep around.
Some examples of use:
- Buy another Snes system at local Pawnshop - bring this cart in and run it before purchase.
- Get a system repaired someplace - ship you system with this test cart to them and tell them email a picture showing all items have passed with your system in frame.
- You have a SNES repo not working, and contact the seller, show him your Snes in perfect working order.
- You own a retro-gaming store/business, you can tests hardware before purchase or re-sell.
My DMA Memory test has Failed. Saw something on internet that this maybe okay?
It can be normal for a good Snes system to fails the DMA Memory test. It does not mean you Snes system bad. This is likely picking up the fatal DMA flaw that the early processors in Snes systems have. Remember a large number of systems have this and it would be considered normal operation.
Can see example of this in image above in listing.
It can be normal for a good Snes system to fails the DMA Memory test. It does not mean you Snes system bad. This is likely picking up the fatal DMA flaw that the early processors in Snes systems have. Remember a large number of systems have this and it would be considered normal operation.
Can see example of this in image above in listing.
Why buy this cart when I can run this test software ROM on EverDrive?
Correct, you can run this on EverDrive too. Yet, our cart heavily reflect original hardware and setup; just like original Nintendo repair centers. Your Everdrive does draw more power and alter thing somewhat. Having a dedicated cart keep the check process very clean cut. This often handy in trouble shooting process.
Correct, you can run this on EverDrive too. Yet, our cart heavily reflect original hardware and setup; just like original Nintendo repair centers. Your Everdrive does draw more power and alter thing somewhat. Having a dedicated cart keep the check process very clean cut. This often handy in trouble shooting process.