Nintendo GameCube User Manual

© 2001 Nintendo of America Inc.
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DOL-06-0028-001-A2
Released: 9/13/01
Nintendo GameCube
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Reset Guidelines
Version 1.41
Table of Contents
1. About Reset............................................................................................................ 3
2. Reset Procedures................................................................................................... 3
2.1 Hot reset.................................................................................................................................. 3
2.2 Restart..................................................................................................................................... 3
2.3 Application-driven Restart........................................................................................................ 3
3. API ........................................................................................................................... 3
3.1 OSResetSystem...................................................................................................................... 3
3.2 OSGetResetCode.................................................................................................................... 4
3.3 OSGetResetSwitchState.......................................................................................................... 4
3.4 OSSetResetCallback............................................................................................................... 4
4. Processes Prior to Reset....................................................................................... 4
4.1 Reset the Nintendo GameCube
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Controller's origin value ....................................................... 4
4.2 Stop the Nintendo GameCube
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Rumble Feature.................................................................... 4
4.3 Wait for end of writing to Nintendo GameCube
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Memory Card................................................ 4
4.4 Wait for interruption/completion of graphics and audio.............................................................. 4
4.4.1 Hot reset and restart ..................................................................................................... 5
4.4.2 Application-driven Restart ............................................................................................. 5
4.5 Performing a Game Disc Check (only when performing an Application-driven Restart) ............. 5
5. Cautions.................................................................................................................. 6
5.1 Handling the RESET Button..................................................................................................... 6
5.2 RESET Button chattering.........................................................................................................6
5.3 Countering erroneous RESET Button press interrupts due to external noise............................. 6
5.4 Resetting with operation other than RESET Button................................................................... 6
5.5 Calibrate origin when RESET Button is pressed....................................................................... 6
5.6 Performing a Game Disc Check (only when performing an Application-driven Restart) ............. 6
Appendix A. Reset Flow............................................................................................ 7
A.1 Hot reset.................................................................................................................................... 7
A.2 Restart....................................................................................................................................... 8
A.3 Application-driven Restart........................................................................................................... 9

Nintendo GameCube Specifications

General

Manufacturer	Nintendo
CPU Speed	485 MHz
GPU	ATI "Flipper"
GPU Speed	162 MHz
Generation	Sixth generation
Best-selling Game	Super Smash Bros. Melee
Units Sold	21.74 million
Backward Compatibility	No
Release Date	September 14, 2001 (Japan), November 18, 2001 (North America)
CPU	IBM PowerPC "Gekko"
Memory	16 MB DRAM
Storage	1.5 GB
Resolution	480i, 480p
Connectivity	4 controller ports, 2 memory card slots, Serial Port 1 & 2
Dimensions	150 mm × 110 mm × 161 mm
Weight	2.4 kg
Online Capabilities	Limited online capabilities with adapter

Summary

About Reset

About Reset

Provides explanations and warnings related to the process of resetting the Nintendo GameCube.

Reset Procedures

Hot Reset Procedure

Hardware reset returning the system to the IPL before reloading the application.

Restart Procedure

Reloads the executable file from the Game Disc and restarts the application.

Application-Driven Restart

Returns the game process to a predetermined position, managed by the programmer.

API Functions for Reset

OSResetSystem Function

Function to perform hot reset or restart, allowing direct access to IPL menu screen.

OSGetResetCode Function

Returns the reset code for the reset operation performed by OSResetSystem.

OSGetResetSwitchState Function

Gets the current state of the RESET Button, indicating if it is pressed.

Pre-Reset Processes

Controller Calibration

Recalibrates Controller origin values when a reset operation is performed.

Stop Rumble Feature

Halts the Rumble motor before reset completion to prevent dislodging.

Memory Card Write Completion

Ensures data integrity by waiting for Memory Card writes to complete before reset.

Graphics and Audio Handling

Implements measures to fade graphics and sound before reset to avoid disturbance.

Game Disc Check for Application-Driven Restart

Performing a Game Disc Check

Checks the game disc before application-driven restart to prevent errors.

Reset Cautions

Handling the RESET Button

Perform reset process when the RESET Button is pressed and released.

RESET Button Chattering

Handles multiple input signals from a single button press.

Erroneous Interrupts

Addresses erroneous RESET Button press interrupts due to external noise.

In-Hand Reset Operation

Allows a separate reset operation using the GameCube Controller.

Reset Flow Diagrams

Hot Reset Flow

Schematic diagram explaining the process flow for a Hot reset.

Restart Flow

Schematic diagram explaining the process flow for a Restart.

Application-driven Restart Flow

Schematic diagram showing the process flow for an application-driven restart.