Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is a Pandora battery?

Pandora's battery is a combination of a PSP battery plus an authentic Sony Memory stick Duo 1gb memory stick with modified special files. The battery itself has also been modified into a "special" battery that puts your PSP into recovery boot mode.

What does the Pandora battery allow me to do?

•  repair a PSP that refuses to turn on

• install custom firmware 4.01 M33 and all future custom firmware versions

The Pandora battery can fix almost all software problems related to your PSP. If you have a PSP that refuses to turn on or gives the black "screen of death" then the Pandora battery kit will get your PSP up and running again.

Does this Pandora battery work on both "fat" and "slim" PSPs?

Yes it does work on fat (PSP 1001 models) and newer slim (PSP 2001) models.

I have firmware 'x" installed on my PSP. Will this work on my PSP?

Yes, the Pandora Battery kit will work regardless of what firmware is already installed on the PSP.

My friend also has a bricked PSP. Can the battery be used over again?

Yes the tool battery can be used as many times as you like again and again.

Would this harm my PSP in any way?

 Absolutely not! The Pandora battery repairs your PSP from a brick and does not brick it. 

What are the benefits of having PSP running custom firmware?

 You can unlock the full potential of the PSP which is truly a powerful piece of hardware. You should not have to be able to run only official games and software. With this homebrew software edition, now you can enjoy the benefits.
 

• Official Sony firmware - limits you to playing only PSP discs.
• Custom firmware lets you play ISO/CSO files (images you can make from those discs). By doing this your PSP runs faster and smoother.
• Custom firmware allows you to move PSP video files directly to your PSP. Official firmware forces you to purchase additional software to do it.
• Custom Firmware allows you to use "emulators" to run Nintendo games, N64, SuperNintendo,  Gameboy Color/Advanced, Atari, Playstation 1, Sega Genesis, arcade games and much more!

PSP with custom firmware (CFW) also allows you to run homebrew games.

What is homebrew?

If you were to write a piece of software for the PSP on your own, it would be called "homebrew." It is unsigned code that that is written outside of the commercial world. There are a variety of homebrew programs available for the PSP on the Internet.

Where are you guys located?

We are located in Troy, Michigan  and ship all our products from the United States.

How much are shipping and handling charges?

Shipping in the continental US is a flat rate of $5.60 for USPS Priority mail (2-3 days.) For Canadian customers and addresses from Europe, United Kingdom, and Australia shipping is $14.95 USPS International Priority Mail (6-10 days). We are sorry but there is no shipping tracking on International orders.

Can I use this as a regular battery?

Yes, this battery has been professionally modified to go in service mode. However, with the instructions provided you can turn this into a regular battery for powering up your PSP.

Is this Pandora battery made using a soft mod or a hard mod?

 A soft mod involves altering the software so that the  battery's serial number is changed. A hard mod involves actually opening up the battery and making alterations to the battery's hardware.

Of course this battery has been modified (modded) using a soft mod. Hard mods are dangerous and there have been several cases in the news where the PSP catches on fire as a result of modifying it that way.

I have another question! Help!

You can contact us at support@pandora-battery.com

You should receive an answer within 24-48 hours.

 

The Ultimate Pandora Battery Kit  PSP 3.6v 1800 maH battery and Sony 1gb magic memory stick.   Unbrick your PSP and install custom firmware 4.01 M33.