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GPI Case 2W guide
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GPI Case 2W guide

Welcome to our installation guides page for the RETROFLAG GPI CASE 2W product. Below you will find all the instructions needed to mount, configure and optimize your GPI CASE 2W with your Raspberry Pi Zero.

Assembly Instructions

To get started, please follow the instructions below to assemble your GPI CASE 2W:

Preparation of materials:

  • Insert your Raspberry Pi Zero into the GPI CASE 2W case.
  • Make sure the GPIO connectors on the Raspberry Pi Zero are aligned with those on the case.

Cable connection:

  • Connect the Micro-USB power cable to the Raspberry Pi Zero.
  • Insert the microSD card previously configured with the RetroPie or RECALBOX system image.

Closing the case:

  • Use the screws provided to secure the two parts of the case together.
  • Make sure all screws are tight to avoid any play in the case.

Display Patch

Why install the display patch for GPI CASE 2W on RetroPie?

The RetroPie system defaults to HDMI display output. For the CASE 2W GPI to function properly, it is necessary to transfer the display output to the GPIO pins.

Display patch installation instructions:

  1. Download the display patch for the GPI CASE 2W from the RetroFlag GitHub repository: Display Patch for GPICASE2W .
  2. Copy the patch files to your microSD card in the /boot directory.

  3. Edit the config.txt file by adding the following lines:

    - dtoverlay=gpio-backlight,gpiopin=27
    - display_rotate=2
    - hdmi_force_hotplug=1

  4. Save and close the config.txt file, then restart your Raspberry Pi.

Safe Shutdown

Safe Shutdown function for the GPI CASE 2W

The GPI CASE 2W can benefit from Safe Shutdown functions, which requires the installation of specific scripts.

Safe Shutdown Scripts Installation Instructions:

  1. Connect your Raspberry Pi Zero to the Internet.

  2. Open a terminal and run the following commands:

    - git clone https://github.com/RetroFlag/GPiCase2-Script
    - cd GPiCase2-Script
    - sudo bash install.sh

  3. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.

  4. Once the installation is complete, restart your Raspberry Pi for the changes to take effect.

For more details, you can check the Safe Shutdown Scripts GitHub repository .

Happy installation and have fun with your retro games!