Amiga Hard Drive Setup using WinUAE (Updated 2020) retrofriends 2026-09-29 | Amiga Hard Drive Setup using WinUAE (Updated 2020)
eBay Broken Amiga Drive Lot Part 3: Design Flaws, Bent Heads, Etc. retrofriends 2025-06-09 | Final drive in the ebay bad floppy drive lot, a TEAC FD-235F. Plus, a bonus Sony drive repair. And both these drives have the same design flaw in the 34-pin connector.My Links (supports this channel)My eBay Store (Amiga VGA/HDMI Adapters, Optical Mice, Gotek Floppy, and more) = http://www.ebay.com/sch/jond5/m.htmlBuy anything on Amazon with this link to help me (no extra cost) = amzn.to/3drPhhpMy Website = http://www.retrofriends.com00:00 Intro02:00 Teac Drive Disassembly and Inspection05:39 Bent Head ID and Fix07:13 Reassembly with Cleaning09:04 Testing12:12 'Scope Connection and Alignment16:10 Modify the 34 Pin Connector17:00 Sony Drive Testing19: 49 Disassembly, Cleaning, Repair24:29 Testing 25:42 Spindle Motor Not Working28:49 Mods and Revisit Eject Issue35:29 Thanks!
eBay Broken Amiga Drive Lot Part 2: Two broken Chinon FB-354 retrofriends 2025-05-30 | One of these has RUST!!!My Links (supports this channel)My eBay Store (Amiga VGA/HDMI Adapters, Optical Mice, Gotek Floppy, and more) = http://www.ebay.com/sch/jond5/m.htmlSiglent Oscilloscope = amzn.to/43bu6rjEvapo-Rust = amzn.to/4kguE51Buy anything on Amazon with this link to help me (no extra cost) = amzn.to/3drPhhpMy Website = http://www.retrofriends.com00:00 Intro and testing of first Chinon02:27 Cover off and cleaning04:58 ID bad head tracking06:38 Track motor08:35 Gummy rails12:30 Head alignment14:01 Second Chinon drive testing15:40 Disk insert switch problem17:34 Alignment checks19:48 Rust removal23:21 LED repair25:51 Drive almost working29:18 Take faulty switch apart31:14 Finally fixed
eBay Broken Amiga Drive Lot Part 1: Matsushita JU-363 retrofriends 2025-05-23 | I bought 4 broken drives on eBay. Can I fix them? First up the Mastushita.My Links (supports this channel)My eBay Store (Amiga VGA/HDMI Adapters, Optical Mice, Gotek Floppy, and more) = http://www.ebay.com/sch/jond5/m.htmlSiglent Oscilloscope = amzn.to/43bu6rjBuy anything on Amazon with this link to help me (no extra cost) = amzn.to/3drPhhpMy Website = http://www.retrofriends.com00:00 Intro and unbox03:48 Mastushita drive testing05:56 Disassembly and inspection07:49 Alignment20:46 Found another issue
3 Legged Cat retrofriends 2024-12-07 | eBay Store = http://www.ebay.com/sch/jond5/m.htmlMy Website = http://www.retrofriends.com
Dog and Cat Mini Wet Floor Signs retrofriends 2024-12-06 | My Links (supports this channel)My eBay Store (Amiga VGA/HDMI Adapters, Optical Mice, Gotek Floppy, and more) = http://www.ebay.com/sch/jond5/m.htmlBuy anything on Amazon with this link to help me (no extra cost) = amzn.to/3drPhhpMy Website = http://www.retrofriends.com
Gotek Bezel Kit for the Amiga 2000 retrofriends 2024-11-27 | Just a quick video on my A2000 bezel kit. Includes everything you will need to install a Gotek in an Amiga 2000. Link to my ebay store below...My Links (supports this channel)My eBay Store (Amiga VGA/HDMI Adapters, Optical Mice, Gotek Floppy, and more) = http://www.ebay.com/sch/jond5/m.htmlBuy anything on Amazon with this link to help me (no extra cost) = amzn.to/3drPhhpMy Website = http://www.retrofriends.com00:00 Intro00:21 Access Drive Cage01:55 Install04:00 Tweaking and results
Rsrteng Camera Tester Quick Review and Setup retrofriends 2024-11-06 | My Links (supports this channel)My eBay Store (Amiga VGA/HDMI Adapters, Optical Mice, Gotek Floppy, and more) = http://www.ebay.com/sch/jond5/m.htmlRsrteng CCTV/IP Camera Test Tool = amzn.to/3NZ7RfyBuy anything on Amazon with this link to help me (no extra cost) = amzn.to/3drPhhpMy Website = http://www.retrofriends.com
My New Amiga 1200 Internal Gotek Mount retrofriends 2024-09-08 | Sorry it took so long, but here it is! Store link below.My Links (supports this channel)My eBay Store (Amiga VGA/HDMI Adapters, Optical Mice, Gotek Floppy, and more) = http://www.ebay.com/sch/jond5/m.htmlBuy anything on Amazon with this link to help me (no extra cost) = amzn.to/3drPhhpMy Website = http://www.retrofriends.com
EOOKU Magnifying Lamp Review retrofriends 2024-04-15 | I was sent this product for review.Receive 10% off this item (expires 5/5/2024): amazon.com/promocode/A19QOOZK34EWONUse code: 10P5RHC4My Links (supports this channel)My eBay Store (Amiga VGA/HDMI Adapters, Optical Mice, Gotek Floppy, and more) = http://www.ebay.com/sch/jond5/m.htmlBuy anything on Amazon with this link to help me (no extra cost) = amzn.to/3drPhhpMy Website = http://www.retrofriends.com
NEC Accusync LCD71v VGA Monitor Screen Replacement retrofriends 2024-03-16 | I spent the time and money on this VGA monitor because it is a multisync monitor capable of displaying all the weird scanrates of my AGA Amiga 1200.My Links (supports this channel)My eBay Store (Amiga VGA/HDMI Adapters, Optical Mice, Gotek Floppy, and more) = http://www.ebay.com/sch/jond5/m.htmlBuy anything on Amazon with this link to help me (no extra cost) = amzn.to/3drPhhpMy Website = http://www.retrofriends.com
My New Amiga 500 Gotek Mount retrofriends 2024-03-01 | An overview and installation of my new Gotek Amiga A500 mount. This is available for purchase in my ebay store (link below).00:00 Intro02:43 Presentation02:58 Installation07:34 DemonstrationMy Links (supports this channel)Video on the A500 disk gotek mount = youtu.be/K9sUDwx2w-0My eBay Store (Amiga VGA/HDMI Adapters, Optical Mice, Gotek Floppy, and more) = http://www.ebay.com/sch/jond5/m.htmlBuy anything on Amazon with this link to help me (no extra cost) = amzn.to/3drPhhpMy Website = http://www.retrofriends.com
Locked up Gotek Diagnosis - Rotary Encoder Issue retrofriends 2024-02-20 | Let's find out why this Gotek is locked in firmware upgrade mode.My Links (supports this channel)My eBay Store (Amiga VGA/HDMI Adapters, Optical Mice, Gotek Floppy, and more) = http://www.ebay.com/sch/jond5/m.htmlBuy anything on Amazon with this link to help me (no extra cost) = amzn.to/3drPhhpMy Website = http://www.retrofriends.com
My Amiga 1080 Monitor Died :( Lets fix it! retrofriends 2024-02-01 | This monitor was intermittent, and now finally died. Folow along as I diagnose and fix it.My Links (supports this channel)My eBay Store (Amiga VGA/HDMI Adapters, Optical Mice, Gotek Floppy, and more) = http://www.ebay.com/sch/jond5/m.htmlHakko Desoldering Gun = amzn.to/48VUxBIHead Magnifier = amzn.to/49hibItBuy anything on Amazon with this link to help me (no extra cost) = amzn.to/3drPhhpMy Website = http://www.retrofriends.com
Repairing a Destroyed Gotek Floppy Emulator retrofriends 2023-12-03 | The postal service did a number on one of my Goteks. Let's check it out.My Links (supports this channel)My eBay Store (Amiga VGA/HDMI Adapters, Optical Mice, Gotek Floppy, and more) = http://www.ebay.com/sch/jond5/m.htmlHakko Desoldering Gun = amzn.to/47F4nqWIrwin Wire Strippers = amzn.to/414DrOMBuy anything on Amazon with this link to help me (no extra cost) = amzn.to/3drPhhpMy Website = http://www.retrofriends.com
HITTI Magnifier Unbox and Review retrofriends 2023-11-17 | I was sent the HITTI magnifier for review. Turns out this thing is pretty good!My Links (supports this channel)Buy this magnifier: amzn.to/3MNrqrhMy eBay Store (Amiga VGA/HDMI Adapters, Optical Mice, Gotek Floppy, and more) = http://www.ebay.com/sch/jond5/m.htmlBuy anything on Amazon with this link to help me (no extra cost) = amzn.to/3drPhhpMy Website = http://www.retrofriends.com
Haunted Pencil Sharpener Repair retrofriends 2023-10-31 | Is there a ghost inside this pencil sharpener, or is it just broken? My Links (supports this channel)My eBay Store (Amiga VGA/HDMI Adapters, Optical Mice, Gotek Floppy, and more) = http://www.ebay.com/sch/jond5/m.htmlBuy anything on Amazon with this link to help me (no extra cost) = amzn.to/3drPhhpMy Website = http://www.retrofriends.com
Extreme Networks SUMMIT x450-G2-24P-GE4 PoE Switch Repair - NO PoE retrofriends 2023-10-16 | Enterprise network switch diagnosis and repair. This unit was removed from service because the PoE (Power over Ethernet) is not working. Let's see what it takes to repair it.My Links (supports this channel)Chipquik SMD-1 Leaded Solder Remover Kit = amzn.to/3tldkpXMy eBay Store (Amiga VGA/HDMI Adapters, Optical Mice, Gotek Floppy, and more) = http://www.ebay.com/sch/jond5/m.htmlBuy anything on Amazon with this link to help me (no extra cost) = amzn.to/3drPhhpMy Website = http://www.retrofriends.com
Gotek + Amiga Format Disk Issue retrofriends 2023-01-22 | I'm a little late reporting this fix, but this video may prove useful to someone :)My Links (supports this channel)My eBay Store (Amiga VGA/HDMI Adapters, Optical Mice, Gotek Floppy, and more) = http://www.ebay.com/sch/jond5/m.htmlBuy anything on Amazon with this link to help me (no extra cost) = amzn.to/3drPhhpMy Website = http://www.retrofriends.com
Crimping Ribbon Cables - A How-To Guide retrofriends 2022-11-22 | Yea, it's a shameless plug for a product I sell on eBay, but really this is the instruction video for those who bought my tool (as promised in my eBay listing). DBnn Connectors, Centronics, and IDC (HDD and Floppy).00:00 Intro00:18 IDC Connectors03:26 DB Connectors05:34 Centronics07:42 TestingMy Links (supports this channel)My eBay Store (Amiga VGA/HDMI Adapters, Optical Mice, Gotek Floppy, and more) = http://www.ebay.com/sch/jond5/m.htmlHakko Side Cutters = amzn.to/47tFwqrBuy anything on Amazon with this link to help me (no extra cost) = amzn.to/3drPhhpMy Website = http://www.retrofriends.com
Destroyed Amiga 500 Memory Expansion retrofriends 2022-11-05 | Just thought I would put up this quick video of some destruction I have not seem before.My Links (supports this channel)My eBay Store (Amiga VGA/HDMI Adapters, Optical Mice, Gotek Floppy, and more) = http://www.ebay.com/sch/jond5/m.htmlBuy anything on Amazon with this link to help me (no extra cost) = amzn.to/3drPhhpMy Website = http://www.retrofriends.com
I made another Amiga 500 Memory Expansion - replica A501 r6 retrofriends 2022-10-28 | Life was incomplete after making a release 5 A501, so I did the release 6. Here is is :) Have your CAKE and eat it too! Don't use a LIR2032 in this build. Instead use a CR2032 and substitute R913 with a diode.My Links (supports this channel)My eBay Store (Amiga VGA/HDMI Adapters, Optical Mice, Gotek Floppy, and more) = http://www.ebay.com/sch/jond5/m.htmlBuy anything on Amazon with this link to help me (no extra cost) = amzn.to/3drPhhpMy Website = http://www.retrofriends.comPCB Stand = amzn.to/3gEG6f7BOM(I suggest getting sockets for all IC's too)(4)256kx4 DRAM chips 150ns (4256-15, 4c256-15) DIP-20(1) 74LS163 logic DIP-16(1) 74LS86 logic DIP-14(1) 74LS27 logic DIP-14(1) M6242 Clock Chip DIP-18 (from ME! = http://www.ebay.com/sch/jond5/m.html)CR2032 Batttery Holder (amzn.to/3suW6Tr)CR2032 Coin Battery (amzn.to/3t6MVc0)(2) DIODE, ZENER. 1/2W, 10v+ 1N914(3) 10k ohm resistors(2) 470 ohm resistor (substiute one of these for a diode if using a CR2032) (3) SIP-10 resistor network, 68ohm, isolated*** All ceramic caps should be axial package if you want it to look like factory a501(7) 330nF Ceramic Capacitors (1) 22pF Ceramic capacitor(1) 100nF Cermaic Capacitor(1) 4.7uF 10v+ Electrolytic Capacitor(2) 100uF 10v+ Electrolytic Capacitors(1) 6.8-45pF Variable Capacitor (Digikey, 2447-GKG50015-ND)(1) CRYSTAL, 32.768KHz (amzn.to/37UOOOC)(2) Header_Female_2x20_2.54mm (DigiKey, A34311-ND) - Requires cutting/gluing or(1) Samtec 56 position 2x28 right angle (Mouser. 200-BCS128LDHE) - no mod needed
Spirit Amiga 500 memory expansion NiCd battery replace retrofriends 2022-10-24 | Came across this working Spirit memory expansion for the Amiga 500, and decided to replace the crusty battery with a new one.My Links (supports this channel)Hakko Desoldering Gun = amzn.to/3FfMjbtPCB Stand = amzn.to/3gEG6f7Fiberglass Pen = amzn.to/3gBPZu2A500 Mini = amzn.to/3eZ9gozMy eBay Store (Amiga VGA/HDMI Adapters, Optical Mice, Gotek Floppy, and more) = http://www.ebay.com/sch/jond5/m.htmlBuy anything on Amazon with this link to help me (no extra cost) = amzn.to/3drPhhpMy Website = http://www.retrofriends.comLocal Elevator by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1300012Artist: http://incompetech.com
The A500 mini - Working Keyboard Mod retrofriends 2022-10-05 | Not the most useful mod I have done, but a cool one.Amazon links help support this channelMy eBay Store (Amiga VGA/HDMI Adapters, Optical Mice, Gotek Floppy, and more) = http://www.ebay.com/sch/jond5/m.htmlBuy anything on Amazon with this link to help me (no extra cost) = amzn.to/3drPhhpMy Website = http://www.retrofriends.com00:00 Intro01:18 Design08:13 Cutting the Keys Out10:55 The PCB14:54 Assembly of the PCB24:57 Test Fitting25:44 Modding the Keyboard Controller Board26:58 Making Everything Fit28:29 Installing the Keycaps30:39 The Finished Product33:21 Demonstration and Final ThoughtsBOMThe A500mini = amzn.to/3TY8B5DKeyboard Controller = amzn.to/3y6VeYAMicroswitches (x100) = digikey.com/en/products/detail/mitsumi-electric-company-ltd/R-667843/11591277Ribbon cable pin header = digikey.com/en/products/detail/amphenol-cs-fci/57102-G06-13LF/10901431206 SMD LED = amzn.to/3LYq2QOHookup wire, 30 AWG = amzn.to/3yfhsYjUSB hub = amzn.to/3V4cK9uUSB dust cover = thingiverse.com/thing:1487100PCB 1.2mm thick on PCBWAY = pcbway.com/project/shareproject/A500_Mini_Keyboard_PCB_33f759cc.htmlPCB from my ebay store = http://www.ebay.com/sch/jond5/m.htmlThingiverse link for membrane and spacer = thingiverse.com/thing:5548222ToolsDremel = amzn.to/3rybi1LSoldering station = amzn.to/3fI9v7oSandpaper 220grit = amzn.to/3CxNam8Xacto knife = amzn.to/3SDUsKPTPU filament = amzn.to/3V4UvkvSolder flux = amzn.to/3Cx37ZGPCB holder = amzn.to/3CxvR4DHeadband magnifier = amzn.to/3CacBJaCA Glue = amzn.to/3V0EXOq
The a500 Mini Firmware Upgrade and Running adf disk images retrofriends 2022-09-30 | Upgrading the A500 mini firmware and testing .adf disk image files.My Links (supports this channel)My eBay Store (Amiga VGA/HDMI Adapters, Optical Mice, Gotek Floppy, and more) = http://www.ebay.com/sch/jond5/m.htmlGet your own A500 mini = amzn.to/3fAwQItBuy anything on Amazon with this link to help me (no extra cost) = amzn.to/3drPhhpMy Website = http://www.retrofriends.com
A500 mini Unbox and Tour retrofriends 2022-09-16 | My Links (supports this channel)a500 mini on amazon = amzn.to/3LhchMNHDMI audio separator (needed if using with a computer monitor) = amzn.to/3qJQBj2My eBay Store (Amiga VGA/HDMI Adapters, Optical Mice, Gotek Floppy, and more) = http://www.ebay.com/sch/jond5/m.htmlBuy anything on Amazon with this link to help me (no extra cost) = amzn.to/3drPhhpMy Website = http://www.retrofriends.com
sd2iec Drive Number Change retrofriends 2022-09-02 | My Links (supports this channel)My eBay Store (Amiga VGA/HDMI Adapters, Optical Mice, Gotek Floppy, and more) = http://www.ebay.com/sch/jond5/m.htmlBuy anything on Amazon with this link to help me (no extra cost) = amzn.to/3drPhhpMy Website = http://www.retrofriends.com
Commodore 128D Keyboard Refurbishment retrofriends 2022-08-26 | My Links (supports this channel)My eBay Store (Amiga VGA/HDMI Adapters, Optical Mice, Gotek Floppy, and more) = http://www.ebay.com/sch/jond5/m.htmlMr. Clean Magic Eraser = amzn.to/3QMzCrySuperclean cleaner/degreaser = amzn.to/3QMvPKJBuy anything on Amazon with this link to help me (no extra cost) = amzn.to/3drPhhpMy Website = http://www.retrofriends.com
How Commodore 64 / 128 Helped Shape the Internet retrofriends 2022-08-19 | QuantumLink on Wikipedia = en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Quantum_LinkQuantumLink Reloaded = q-link.netMy Links (supports this channel)My eBay Store (Amiga VGA/HDMI Adapters, Optical Mice, Gotek Floppy, and more) = http://www.ebay.com/sch/jond5/m.htmlBuy anything on Amazon with this link to help me (no extra cost) = amzn.to/3drPhhpMy Website = http://www.retrofriends.com
Commodore 128D Testing and Teardown retrofriends 2022-08-12 | My Links (supports this channel, no extra cost to you)My eBay Store (Amiga VGA/HDMI Adapters, Optical Mice, Gotek Floppy, and more) = http://www.ebay.com/sch/jond5/m.htmlBuy something on Amazon to help me :) = amzn.to/3drPhhpMy Website = http://www.retrofriends.com
Commodore 64 Refurb Part 2: Case Repair retrofriends 2022-07-08 | I didn't know there were at least two "breadbin"-style cases. They do not mix-and-match well!My Links (supports this channel, no extra cost to you)My eBay Store (Amiga VGA/HDMI Adapters, Optical Mice, Gotek Floppy, and more) = http://www.ebay.com/sch/jond5/m.htmlMy Website = http://www.retrofriends.com
Commodore 64 Refurb Part 1 retrofriends 2022-07-01 | My Links (supports this channel, no extra cost to you)My eBay Store (Amiga VGA/HDMI Adapters, Optical Mice, Gotek Floppy, and more) = http://www.ebay.com/sch/jond5/m.htmlMy Website = http://www.retrofriends.com
Amiga 1200 Recap Capacitor Replacement - Damage found! retrofriends 2022-06-24 | I find corrosion damage from capacitor leakage. Watch me recap and fix the board.My Links (supports this channel, no extra cost to you)My eBay Store (Amiga VGA/HDMI Adapters, Optical Mice, Gotek Floppy, and more) = http://www.ebay.com/sch/jond5/m.htmlHakko Desoldering Gun = amzn.to/3tL67NyChipQuik Flux = amzn.to/3OmMfrCHead-mounted Magnifier = amzn.to/3tObk7jMy Website = http://www.retrofriends.com
Fixing Broken Pins on a Pin Header retrofriends 2022-06-17 | This is a pin header repair I did recently on an Amiga 1200, without replacing the whole header. Should be useful for any pin header where one or more pins are broken. My Links (supports this channel, no extra cost to you)My eBay Store (Amiga VGA/HDMI Adapters, Optical Mice, Gotek Floppy, and more) = http://www.ebay.com/sch/jond5/m.htmlHakko Desoldering Gun = amzn.to/3Ogoa5RMy Website = http://www.retrofriends.com
Commodore Surprise Unboxing - No Spoilers retrofriends 2022-06-11 | I will do separate videos on each of the items in the box later, but for now enjoy the surprise :)My Links (supports this channel, no extra cost to you)My eBay Store (Amiga VGA/HDMI Adapters, Optical Mice, Gotek Floppy, and more) = http://www.ebay.com/sch/jond5/m.htmlMy Website = http://www.retrofriends.comThe guy who makes custom license plate plaques = facebook.com/search/top?q=kgjdesignsmtJeff S. (who sent me this package)ebay seller: ebay.com/usr/mr.micro?_trksid=p2047675.m3561.l2559Discord: @DJ Killmore
Installing a surface mount PLCC socket (Amiga 1200) retrofriends 2022-05-28 | Not too hard if you have the right flux (link below).My Links (supports this channel, no extra cost to you)Chip Quik SMD291 Flux on Amazon = amzn.to/3lQG0QNMy eBay Store (Amiga VGA/HDMI Adapters, Optical Mice, Gotek Floppy, and more) = http://www.ebay.com/sch/jond5/m.htmlMy Website = http://www.retrofriends.com
Amiga 1200 Broken Traces - CARNAGE retrofriends 2022-05-13 | My friends butchered his A1200!!! Let's fix it! Good example of using Amiga PCB Explorer and magnet wire for Amiga repairs.My Links (supports this channel, no extra cost to you)Hakko desoldering gun = amzn.to/3wqR0t9My eBay Store (Amiga VGA/HDMI Adapters, Optical Mice, Gotek Floppy, and more) = http://www.ebay.com/sch/jond5/m.htmlMy Website = http://www.retrofriends.com
How to transfer files to a Gotek Floppy Emulator retrofriends 2022-02-02 | As requested, a quick tutorial explaining the Gotek, disk images, and the transfer process using an Amiga host computer. NOTE: You can also create blank disk images by copying an existing disk image to the USB (which you can now do using "clone" in the FlashFloppy eject meu), and then using your host device's format function. Then "clone" the blank to make more blank disk images.00:00 Intro00:27 Theory and Practice02:12 Creating an Image,and Copy06:00 TestingMy Links (supports this channel, no extra cost to you)My eBay Store (Amiga VGA/HDMI Adapters, Optical Mice, Gotek Floppy, and more) = http://www.ebay.com/sch/jond5/m.htmlMy Website = http://www.retrofriends.com
Gotek Upside-Down OLED Screen Fix retrofriends 2022-01-17 | Create a text file on your USB thumbdrive and rename it "ff.cfg".Then put the following command in the file:display-type = oled-128x64-rotateSave the file, put the USB in the Gotek, and voila!My Links (supports this channel, no extra cost to you)My eBay Store (Amiga VGA/HDMI Adapters, Optical Mice, Gotek Floppy, and more) = http://www.ebay.com/sch/jond5/m.htmlMy Website = http://www.retrofriends.com
Fitting a PC floppy drive in an Amiga 1200 retrofriends 2021-10-22 | I had a spare PC floppy drive modded for use in an Amiga. Let's try to fit it in Brad's A1200 case.My Links (supports this channel, no extra cost to you)My eBay Store (Amiga VGA/HDMI Adapters, Optical Mice, Gotek Floppy, and more) = http://www.ebay.com/sch/jond5/m.htmlMy Website = http://www.retrofriends.comBrad writes for Amiga Future magazine. get your subscription here:amigashop.org/index.php?cPath=41
My 100th video! Have the cake! Watch a montage! retrofriends 2021-10-15 | Yea, I show off what I sell on eBay. Sponsored videos are annoying, but at least the sponsor is myself...My Links (supports this channel, no extra cost to you)My eBay Store (Amiga VGA/HDMI Adapters, Optical Mice, Gotek Floppy, and more) = http://www.ebay.com/sch/jond5/m.htmlMy Website = http://www.retrofriends.com
Amiga 1200 Refurb. CF Mount, Retrobright, Screw Hole Repair retrofriends 2021-10-08 | Now that we have fixed the motherboard, let's fix the case for my friend Brad! Compact Flash Adapter Mount, de-yellowing the case, and fixing all the cracked screw holes. My Links (supports this channel, no extra cost to you)My eBay Store (Amiga VGA/HDMI Adapters, Optical Mice, Gotek Floppy, and more) = http://www.ebay.com/sch/jond5/m.htmlEpoxy = amzn.to/3AkBuiqSmooth-Jaw pliers = amzn.to/3Ajyi6EMy CF Adapter Bracket = thingiverse.com/thing:4986969My Website = http://www.retrofriends.comBrad writes for Amiga Future magazine. get your subscription here:amigashop.org/index.php?cPath=41
Repair of an Amiga 1200 with only 1MB of Chip Mem retrofriends 2021-10-01 | I didn't think an Amiga would boot with half of it's chip RAM, but this A1200 seems to suffer from that problem. My friend Brad's cobbled-together A1200 from spare parts has a problem!My Links (supports this channel, no extra cost to you)My eBay Store (Amiga VGA/HDMI Adapters, Optical Mice, Gotek Floppy, and more) = http://www.ebay.com/sch/jond5/m.htmlMy Website = http://www.retrofriends.comBrad writes for Amiga Future magazine. get your subscription here:amigashop.org/index.php?cPath=41
My Amiga 500 Power Supply Build. LEDs, Fuses, and Modular Cord retrofriends 2021-09-17 | Let's fix an old A500 power supply! While we're on it, let's add LED's and fuses on the 3 outputs, and make the power cord modular. Don't try this at home.My Links (supports this channel, no extra cost to you)My eBay Store (Amiga VGA/HDMI Adapters, Optical Mice, Gotek Floppy, and more) = http://www.ebay.com/sch/jond5/m.htmlMy Website = http://www.retrofriends.comElectroBOOM's Channel = youtube.com/c/Electroboom
Amiga ROM Switcher Repair - Wont switch ROMs! retrofriends 2021-09-10 | Let's fix Vault60Overseer's ROM switcher that is stuck on the 3.1 ROM.My Links (supports this channel, no extra cost to you)My eBay Store (Amiga VGA/HDMI Adapters, Optical Mice, Gotek Floppy, and more) = http://www.ebay.com/sch/jond5/m.htmlCheap and portable Oscilloscope seen in this video: amzn.to/3mFNTtSVault60overseer's youtube channel = https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBW1...Vault60overseer's Twitch = twitch.tv/Vault60OverseerMy Website = http://www.retrofriends.com
Amiga A1010 External Drive Power Mod and Gotek Install retrofriends 2021-09-03 | This A1010 drive did not come with power to its external connector. Let's remedy that and install a Gotek inside. My Links (supports this channel, no extra cost to you)My eBay Store (Amiga VGA/HDMI Adapters, Optical Mice, Gotek Floppy, and more) = http://www.ebay.com/sch/jond5/m.htmlCheap and portable Oscilloscope seen in this video: amzn.to/3mFNTtSVault60overseer's youtube channel = https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBW1...Vault60overseer's Twitch = twitch.tv/Vault60OverseerMy Website = http://www.retrofriends.comThingiverse 3d printer files = thingiverse.com/thing:4904688
Amiga A1010 External Drive Repairs (Mitsumi) retrofriends 2021-08-28 | I try to fix an Amiga A1010 drive with several problems, for a friend called "Vault60overseer". I fix the following issues: The eject button is bent, the 5v Rail is messy, and the drive seems to run without a disk inserted. Full discosure: I can't fix it, but the other repairs to it are useful for posterity.My Links (supports this channel, no extra cost to you)My eBay Store (Amiga VGA/HDMI Adapters, Optical Mice, Gotek Floppy, and more) = http://www.ebay.com/sch/jond5/m.htmlCheap and portable Oscilloscope seen in this video: amzn.to/3mFNTtSVault60overseer's youtube channel = youtube.com/channel/UCBW1aW38HDBdZTTqHFdnqxQVault60overseer's Twitch = twitch.tv/Vault60OverseerMy Website = http://www.retrofriends.com
I made an Amiga 500 memory expansion - replica A501 R5 retrofriends 2021-08-20 | In this video, I show you my recreation of the A501 r5 memory expansion for the Amiga 500. The PCB is available for purchase in my eBay store (link below). Should I make one for the r6? Leave a comment.My Links (supports this channel, no extra cost to you)My eBay Store (Amiga VGA/HDMI Adapters, Optical Mice, Gotek Floppy, and more) = http://www.ebay.com/sch/jond5/m.htmlDesoldering Gun = amzn.to/3k7iu0tPCB Holder = amzn.to/3srnrVTSoldering/desoldering station = amzn.to/3mao3OxMy Website = http://www.retrofriends.comBOM(2) DIODE, ZENER. 1/2W, 10v+ (ebay/china)(1) M6242 Clock Chip DIP-18 (ebay/china or from ME! = http://www.ebay.com/sch/jond5/m.html)(2) 47uF Capacitors 10v+ (anywhere)(1) 4.7uF Capacitor 10v+ (anywhere)(1) CR2032 Battery Holder (anywhere)(1) CR2032 Battery (lithium is LIR2032H)(1) 6.8-45pF Variable Capacitor (Digikey, 2447-GKG50015-ND)(1) 470 OHM Axial Resistor (anywhere) If using a non-chargeable battery, substitute this with a diode(1) 10K OHM Axial Resistor (anywhere)(1) CRYSTAL, 32.768KHz ( Amazon = amzn.to/37UOOOC )(16) .22uF Ceramic Capacitor ~50v(1) 20pF Ceramic Capacitor ~50v(1) .1uF/100nF Ceramic Capacitor ~50v(2) Resistor Network SIP-8 single row isolated (Digikey, 4608X-102-680LF-ND)(1) Resistor Network SIP-10 single row isolated (Digikey, 4610X-2-680LF-ND)(16) 41256-15 DIP-16 DRAM Chips (ebay/china)(16) DIP-16 Sockets (optional)(2) Header_Female_2x20_2.54mm (DigiKey, A34311-ND) - Requires cutting/gluing or(1) Samtec 56 position 2x28 right angle (Mouser. 200-BCS128LDHE) - no mod neededMAX Voltage ratings on capacitors, resistors, and diodes should be rated above 5v (10+ is ideal). You will notice most ceramic caps and resistors are rated many times that (ex: caps are 30-50v). 1/4W+ rated current on all items should be fine.
Amiga 2000 Matsushita JU-363 Floppy Drive Alignment retrofriends 2021-08-07 | Let's try to make this drive work better with an alignment. Not perfect results from this difficult drive, but it is a lot better.My Links (supports this channel, no extra cost to you)My eBay Store (Amiga VGA/HDMI Adapters, Optical Mice, Gotek Floppy, and more) = http://www.ebay.com/sch/jond5/m.htmlMy oscilloscope = amzn.to/3rutrN6My Website = http://www.retrofriends.com
Amiga 2000 Chinon F-354E Floppy Drive Fix retrofriends 2021-07-30 | Watch me fix this A2000 Floppy drive motor issue. I also unnecessarily do a head alignment - for demonstrational posterity.My Links (supports this channel, no extra cost to you)My eBay Store (Amiga VGA/HDMI Adapters, Optical Mice, Gotek Floppy, and more) = http://www.ebay.com/sch/jond5/m.htmlMy oscilloscope = amzn.to/3rutrN6My Website = http://www.retrofriends.com
