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Add external power supply connector explanation and specifications (#565)
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## External Power Supply
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The Game Boy can be powered by an external supply through a coaxial (or *barrel*) power connector.
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The appropriate connector and supply depends on the model.
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The table below describes the physical connector (barrel outer and inner diameter) and the electrical requirements for each model:
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Model | Outer Dia. | Inner Dia. | Voltage | Load | Centre Polarity
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DMG | 3.5 mm | 1.35 mm | 6 V DC | 0.7 W | Negative (-)
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MGB | 2.35 mm | 0.7 mm | 3 V DC | 0.7 W | Positive (+)
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CGB | 2.35 mm | 0.7 mm | 3 V DC | 0.6 W | Positive (+)
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- Polarity is listed as the sign of the inner/centre contact. The outer contact is always the opposite sign.
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- The CGB and DMG specify the voltage and polarity on the case, near the connector. The MGB lists the voltage but not the polarity.
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- The dimensions of the MGB/CGB connector match a Japanese standard connector (JEITA RC-5320A JSAP1, formerly EIAJ-01).
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- The listed load in watts is taken from the back label of each model.

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