Chromatic Manual
Welcome to Chromatic
Chromatic can be powered using:
- USB-C direct power
- 3 AA batteries
- Rechargeable Power Core lithium ion battery pack
AA Battery Installation
Make sure that the game label is facing away from Chromatic.
You should feel when the cartridge is fully seated.
The LCD Display will illuminate and the game will load.
Follow instructions for the game you are playing.
Then remove the cartridge by sliding it up.
The LED Indicator on the bottom of Chromatic displays the power status.
Allow 5 sec for power status detection.
On for 5 sec when 100% - 60%
On for 5 sec when 60% - 20%
Constant on when < 20%
Displays change in power status when ON.
On for 5 sec when < 60%
Constant on when < 20%
Continuous blinking when < 5%
Displays charge status.
Charging in progress
Fully charged
The Infrared (IR) Port on top of the Chromatic allows for transmission of information between 2 systems (Chromatic to Chromatic or GBC) using games featuring infrared communication capability.
For optimal performance:
- Align the IR Ports with the systems between 1.5" - 2" (4cm - 5cm) apart.
- Do not use more than 2 systems at one time.
- Do not use in direct sunlight.
- Keep the IR Port clean and free of obstruction.
- Do not place objects between the IR Ports.
- Ensure battery power is not low.
When using IR link between Chromatic and GBC, align the bodies of the systems. Do NOT center the IR windows to each other.
Games that feature a 2 player mode can be played using the Link Cable to connect 2 systems (Chromatic, GB, or GBC).
- Power should be OFF on all systems.
- Plug the Link Cable into the Link Cable Port of each system. Be sure the plug is fully inserted.
- Turn the power ON for both systems.
- Follow the game instructions for gameplay information.
Press the Menu Button to access system settings.
Note that entering system settings will not automatically pause gameplay.
- Selecting a menu - Press left and right on the D Pad to highlight the menu you wish to make changes to.
- Changing settings - In the highlighted menu, press up and down on the D Pad to select settings displayed on the left side of the menu. Then press A to toggle settings on/off. For settings that allow for incremental adjustment, Press A to increase and B to decrease the setting.
- Exiting system settings - Press the Menu button to exit and return to gameplay.
Brightness adjustment - Increase brightness by pressing A, decrease brightness by pressing B.
Silent Mode - Turns on/off device speaker and overrides the volume dial.
Frame Blend - For transparency effects on certain original GBC games.
USB Color Correction - For use when streaming.
For additional display settings, see Hotkeys section.
Diagram of main operation controls.
Firmware - Displays the firmware version the system is running.
Player selection to setup a Capture Window.
Hotkeys enable quick access to common features without navigating the System Settings menus. They also allow access to options not found in the System Settings. Note there are hotkeys that work On Boot and At Run-time.
For best results, press and hold the desired key combination(s) before turning on your Chromatic. Continue holding down the hotkeys until the screen illuminates.
- When using hotkeys, the Menu button will not open the System Settings interface.
- Hotkeys do not work while in the System Settings interface.
Troubleshooting
If a white screen appears when powering up a game, turn OFF Chromatic, remove and reinsert the game, and turn ON again.
If Chromatic is not operating correctly, turn the power OFF and back ON to reset the system.
If you are still having problems, please contact Customer Support.
Modifying Your Chromatic
Games
The color coded sidebar on game boxes, cartridges, and instruction manuals indicates color and system compatibility.
NOTE: Tetris is a GBC game, not a DMG game, and requires GBC-compatible hardware.
Compliance
Chromatic complies with the Low Voltage Directive (LVD), 2014/35/EU, Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Directive, 2014/30/EU, and the Restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS) Directive, 2011/65/EU. For a copy of the official Declaration of Conformity, please click here.
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