R4i SDHC Review
Important: R4i-SDHC 3DS support 3DS V2.2.0.4 perfectly
Note: R4i SDHC kernel V1.44b was released from r4i-sdhc.com. By loading the latest R4i SDHC V1.44b kernel, the r4i sdhc 3DS card can work on Nintendo 3DS V2.1.0-4 and DSi V1.4.3 directly without any upgrade.
Which card can run R4i SDHC V1.44b kernel?
R4i SDHC V1.44b for R4i-SDHC card (V1.43, V1.42, V1.41, V1.4).
R4i 3DS V1.44b for R4i-SDHC 3DS card.
R4 SDHC V1.44b for R4-SDHC card.
The R4 SDHC and R4i SDHC are a multifunctional upgrade from the original R4 flash cart, which has enjoyed a great reputation in the global market. It not only has the functions of the original R4, but also has increased capabilities, such as support for the SDHC card.
Function Comparison advantages
A comparison between the R4 and R4-SDHC, R4-SDHC's advantages are following: 1. Core upgrading, game searching or download or management all through Wi-Fi automatically
2. Intelligence - Able to recognise and display SD type, capacity and format.
3. Power saving - With sleeping mode function, to extend standby time.
4. Operation Interface - Multi-language setting, simple and easy-operated interface.
5. Storage Capacity - Supports up to 32GB of storage capacity with SDHC cards with enhanced performance even on slower cards.
6. Compatibility of the game - A capable R4i team commit themselves to the website maintenance and kernel updates, R4-SDHC & R4i-SDHC cards are compatible to all NDS games.
7. Flexibility - R4-SDHC&R4i-SDHC supports cheatcode and soft-reset setting on a per-game basis, avoiding possible conflicts.
8. Cheat code - The new UI is designed to be easy to use, ensuring smooth gaming experience even for new users.
9. Multimedia engine - With the latest Moonshell 2.0 built in the card, R4-SDHC&R4i-SDHC delivers a better multimedia experience with higher decoding performance and better picture quality.
10. Card Mould - The improved manufacturing process of R4-SDHC&R4i-SDHC ensures a minimal error in size and shape. The card thickness and area of gold-finger is specifically controlled with a error range of less than 0.1mm compared to an original NDS game card.
R4i SDHC card features
The famous brand Revolution for DS has sold the first stable version of the Flash card R4 3DS. This card does nothing but run the rom downloaded from the Internet on our Nintendo 3DS.
- Supporting the latest N3DS perfectly ..
- Real-time Skin / change themes feature (skin support casual / theme selection mode).
- Able to save and restore the previously selected game or application after restarting the machine and soft reset.
- Able to recognize and display SD card, the volume and type of formatting.
- Auto sleep mode for energy savings and longer time to wait.
- Intuitive user interface, easy to use.
- Uses MicroSD card FAT 16 or 32.
- Supports any MicroSD card speed with no lag in game.
- Clean and supports ROM.drag drop.Works on any operating system.
- Buit NoPass.
- Supports Moonshell and other homeberw.Open I / O
- Supports the WIFI-game.DS Rumble Pak.DS. Browser
- Supports the Soft Reset
- Last Integrated Moonshell 2.0 Beta version
- Automatic DLDI patching
- Users just a click away to download games playable
- Search Function WiFi engine available with NDS / NDSi / NDSiLL.Users can search and download the latest games and game information to suit your preferences at any time, anywhere
- You will be able to manage your NDS / NDSi / NDSiLL download via WiFi remote contorl, once installed our Wi-Fi Assistant engine on your computer
- Users need only click on the games you want to download NDS / NDSi / NDSiLL and games can be downloaded automatically assigned to your computer
- This can avoid the hassle of waiting during the download process
- Through our PC-based Wi-Fi Software Engine Assistant, you can download games NDS our site is easy and fast
- Core automatic update via WiFi NDS / NDSi / NDSiLL update phases to avoid tedious
R4i SDHC Compatibility
R4i SDHC 3DS support Nintendo 3DS, DSi V1.4.3, DSi V1.4.2, DSi V1.4.1, DsiLL, DsiXL, DS and DS lite.
R4i SDHC V1.4.3, V1.4.2, V1.4.1 support DSi V1.4.3, DSi V1.4.2, DSi V1.4.1, DsiLL, DsiXL, DS, DS lite.
R4i SDHC V1.4 card support DSi V1.4, DS and DS lite.
R4 SDHC card support Nintendo DS and DS lite.
Guide to Update R4i SDHC Dual Core DSi V1.4.3 and 3DS V2.1.0.3
First of all, for this tutorial we need a Nintendo DS Lite, DSi, DSi XL or 3DS not have the latest version. Sure you know a friend, relative or neighbor who could give us. The console must be fully charged and the power adapter connected throughout the process.
1) Download the software update R4i SDHC Dual Core (megaupload, filesonic)
2) Unzip the contents and copy it to a micro SD card has been formatted.
3) Put the card in our cartridge R4i SDHC Dual Core, we introduce the console and turn on. If the cartridge does not start automatically click on the icon and start it.
4) Now we go to Games as if we were to load a game and run the file by pressing A. fwupdate_for_3dsV3_SDHC.nds
5) You will leave a message in English indicating if we want to update the cartridge. Press the button Y (yes) and the process will begin.
6) We’ll see how the percentage will increase to finish the process. It is very important not to turn off the console or remove the cartridge during the upgrade. If that happens, the cartridge would be permanently damaged.
7) After the process, we removed the cartridge micro SD card, format it and install the software to our R4i SDHC Cartridge Dual Core.
How to use
R4 NDSI user notice: Insert Micro sd card (TF card) into the r4i sdhc or r4 sdhc card according the the guide of the following picture.
1. Download Kernel and GameBy using TF card reader, connect the TF card with computer, open the memu.
a. Upload game kernel: Copy the R4.DAT file to your TF card..
b. Upload video kernel: Copy the Moonshl2 to your TF card.
c. Upload DIY Interface function: Copy the R4iMenu to your TF card .
2. Copy gamesBy using TF card reader, connect the TF card with computer, copy the downloaded games to TF card. (If needed, corresponding menu can be set up)
3. Main menu operationMake sure microSD card with Kernel is inserted in R4i NDSI, then insert R4 NDSI in NDS SLOT-1 port, start the machine and enter main menu interface. By pressing buttons (right and left) or touching screens, you may choose the games or media function, press A to the relative function.
4. Game operation menu Choosing game function in Main Menu to enter Game interface, return to main menu by pressing R.
5. Game OperationChoose your expected game in the game menu, press A or touch the screen to play games.
6. Cheat OperationChoose the games, enter Cheat by pressing B or X.
7. Skin change method Four files are alternative in the R4iMenu/Skin category: they are TScreen.bmp, BottomInit.bmp, TScreen.bmp and BottomScreen.bmp, which are the operation interface of R4, content in the pictures can be changed at random.
Notice: The above files names can not be changed, picture must be in .bmp format with 8 or 24 digits, picture size must be of 256*192 pixel.
Once your favourite picture is ready, copy the complete category "TF card R4iMenu/ skin" to TF category.
How to update
How to update the kernel By using the TF card reader, connect your TF card with computer, open the file.
a. Upload game kernel: Copy the R4.DAT file to your TF card.
b. Upload video kernel: Copy the Moonshl2 to your TF card.
c. Upload DIY Interface function: Copy the R4iMenu to your TF card.
How to update AR cheat data base
a.Upload the newest AR cheat data base
b.copy the "usrcheat.dat" file to"R4iMenu" file.
Official popular downloads
R4i-SDHC 3DS kernel Download:
R4i SDHC 3DS V1.41b Updated Date:[2011-07-16]
Firmware upgrade :
How to upgrade products labeled "3DS" for N3DS V2.0.0Updated Date:[2011-06-08]
Skin making download :
R4i 3DS
Latest News released by the official
[2011-09-01] : R4i-SDHC kernel updated to V1.44b
[2011-08-03] : R4i-SDHC kernel updated to V1.43b
[2011-07-26] : R4i-SDHC kernel updated to V1.42b
[2011-07-16] : R4i-SDHC kernel updated to V1.41b
[2011-06-30] : Please do not update your DSi to 1.4.3
[2011-06-17] : The updating patch for N3DS V2.1.0 has been released
[2011-06-07] : R4i-SDHC kernel updated to V1.10c
F.A.Q
If the NDSi screen appears the following information during the upgrading process, it means that your R4i V1.41 card does not support upgrade from V1.41 to V1.42, this problem is currently being worked on, please pay attention to our website for the latest updates.
Q: If the screen displays "Please upgrade the hardware for support the latest firmward", how should i do?
A: When you have this kind of the flash card which is marked with V1.42 or V1.41 or 3DS upgraded successfully for NDSi 1.4.3, but still using with old kernel v1.41b/1.42b, an error message will be showed, please download and update the latest kernel to use.
Q: "System date error! Please check NDS system date."
A: Please NDS game system date can be updated to the current date.
Q: How to return back to the firmware/kernel during playing game?A: Press at the keys (left + right + up + down + X + Y + B + A + L + R) during playing games.
Q: How to return back to the firmware/kernel from Moonshell (multimedia player)?A: Press " start " button, and select the " Return to the firmware " from the menu.
Q: Stuck at the "MENU" screen after loading DSi.A: No firmware or wrong firmware was installed in the SD card. Please refer to the instruction to install R4i-SDHC to the SD card. The instruction can be found at the R4i-SDHC official web site www.r4i-sdhc.com.
Q: Stuck at the "NO CARD" screen after loading DSi. A: SD Card not found. Please check whether SD card was insert properly or not into the flash card. Otherwise SD card could be fault.