Name: Amiga 1200 Full Recap with Ceramic Capacitors @JanBeta
Uploaded: 2024-10-18T08:17:00-05:00
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Description: Amiga 1200 Full Recap with Ceramic Capacitors

Amiga 1200 Full Recap with Ceramic Capacitors

Jan Beta 2024-10-18 | Amiga 1200 Full Recap with Ceramic Capacitors

Marshall G15R CD Guitar Amp Hum Fix

Jan Beta 2022-11-08 | Investigating and fixing what's causing the 100Hz hum in my Marshall practice guitar amplifier. // Kindly sponsored by my favorite PCB manufacturer PCBWay! pcbway.com

Marshall G15R CD Schematics:
elektrotanya.com/marshall_g15rcd.pdf/download.html

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CAPACITOR LIST:
2x 2200uF 35V
2x 100uF 63V
1x 47uF 25V
3x 10uF 63V
2x 22uF 100V

TIME STAMPS:
0:00 Introduction
1:49 Sponsor Message
2:12 Taking the amp apart
3:27 A look at the electronics
11:09 Mains hum
12:20 Replacing the capacitors
21:37 New thermal compound
23:22 Test run
25:16 Cleaning the potentiometers
25:40 Reassembly & Testing
27:19 Bonus silly ground fault!
29:59 Final testing
30:24 Thank you & good night

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Amiga 1200 TF1260 Accelerator Installation

Jan Beta 2022-10-30 | I'm upgrading my Amiga 1200 with a Terrible Fire 1260 Motorola 68060 accelerator card.

Terrible Fire 1260 Open File Downloads (Gerbers, Firmware and BOM):
exxosforum.co.uk/forum/viewtopic.php?t=4742

Terrible Fire 1260 additional files and FAQ:
http://tf1260.com

Collected Info about Amiga Timing Fixes:
http://ianstedman.co.uk/amiga-related/amiga-a1200-motherboard-fixes

CRG's EHIDE Custom Kickstart Video:
youtu.be/1Q2qtDPY-i4

Custom Kickstart ROMs script:
github.com/reinauer/amiga-romy/tree/main/software

Amiga Test Kit Download:
github.com/keirf/amiga-stuff/releases

SysInfo Download:
https://sysinfo.d0.se/

68060 Variants/Fakes Information (German only unfortunately):
amigawiki.org/doku.php?id=de:parts:68060_mask

Retro Rewind (not Retro Passion, sorry!) Buffered CF adapter:
retrorewind.ca/A600-1200-CF2IDE

Transparent A1200 cases (available from a couple of different stores!):
amiga-shop.net/Amiga-Hardware/Amiga-Gehaeuse/Brandneue-Amiga-1200-Gehaeuse::857.html

Indivision AGA Flicker Fixer/Graphics Card:
https://icomp.de/shop-icomp/en/produkt-details/product/Flickerfixer_Scandoubler.html

TIME STAMPS:
0:00 Introduction
1:11 The Terrible Fire 1260
3:08 Salvaged Motorola 68060s!
10:07 Populating the CPU Socket
10:52 Inserting the TF1260 into the Amiga
17:52 Upgrading the Kickstart ROMs
21:51 Timing Fixes?
23:02 Installing Workbench 3.2.1
30:11 SysInfo Speed Check
32:48 My User Experience
39:44 Future Optimizations
41:18 Real Time Clock & Better CF Adapter
44:11 Thank you & good night

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Epson RX-80 Dot Matrix Printer Refurb

Jan Beta 2022-10-13 | I found the same model printer that I used back in the day and try to resurrect it! // Kindly sponsored by my favorite PCB manufacturer PCBWay! pcbway.com

Epson RX-80 Manual:
archive.org/details/rx-printer-operation-manual-epson

Epson RX-80 Sams Computer Facts Repair Manual:
archive.org/details/Sams_Computerfacts_Epson_RX-80_1985_Howard_Sams

Epson RX-80 modern drivers:
epson.com/Support/Printers/Impact-Printers/RX-Series/Epson-RX-80/s/SPT_X80

TIME STAMPS:
0:00 Introduction
2:57 A little guided Tour
6:30 Opening the Printer
9:05 Sponsor Message
9:38 What's inside?
16:25 Cleaning and Relubricating
22:43 Self-Test
26:47 Fixing broken Plastic Parts
33:20 Reassembly
37:20 Testing on an Amiga
41:03 Thank you & Good night

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Modding a Stratocaster Copy Guitar

Jan Beta 2022-10-03 | I'm putting a humbucker pickup into an inexpensive Stratocaster copy guitar and add some shielding to it. // Kindly sponsored by my favorite PCB manufacturer PCBWay! pcbway.com

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TIME STAMPS:
0:00 Introduction
5:01 Sponsor Message
5:30 Removing strings & pickguard
8:08 Removing the electronics
11:25 Cutting the pickguard
16:47 Shielding the pickguard
21:21 Wiring in the humbucker
24:30 Cleaning potentiometers and switch
27:27 Test fitting components
28:06 Shielding the guitar body
30:48 Reassembly
34:19 New strings & testing
36:34 Thank you & good night

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Sega Mega Drive Controller Restoration

Jan Beta 2022-09-22 | I got my hands on two Mega Drive/Genesis controllers and am trying to restore them. // Kindly sponsored by my favorite PCB manufacturer PCBWay! pcbway.com

My previous Sega Mega Drive videos (playlist):
youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-5ePRSixyiv6hwIcZDDjKJOUOmBjoZyB

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TIME STAMPS:
0:00 Introduction
0:50 Function Test
1:44 Controller Varieties
2:20 Disassembly with some Surprises
6:44 Sponsor Message
7:17 Cleaning all Parts
11:40 Carnage and Reassembly
15:47 Testing the refurbished Controllers
17:30 Thank you & Good night

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Amstrad Module MP-1 Refurb and Mods

Jan Beta 2022-09-11 | I'm restoring and modding an Amstrad Module MP-1 power supply/RF modulator. // Kindly sponsored by my favorite PCB manufacturer PCBWay! pcbway.com

MP-1 schematics at CPCWiki:
https://www.cpcwiki.eu/index.php/Convert_an_MP1_into_an_MP2

GadgetUK164's video about the MP-1:
youtu.be/Kgiy67EvFbY

Center tapped vs full bridge rectifiers:
elprocus.com/full-wave-bridge-rectifier-versus-center-tapped-full-wave-rectifier

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TIME STAMPS:
0:00 Introduction
3:15 Sponsor Message
3:54 A Look inside
7:53 Schematics
11:53 Modification ideas
15:30 Recapping
17:27 Full bridge rectifier!
23:35 Replacing Voltage Regulators
24:43 Overvoltage Protection Diode
27:15 Finishing Touches
30:19 Smoke Testing the Transformer
31:41 Failure is always an Option
35:55 Reassembly
38:14 It's a learning Curve
41:35 Final Test Run & Conclusions
43:58 Thank you & good night

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Checkmate 1500 Plus Amiga Desktop Case Review

Jan Beta 2022-08-28 | I'm reviewing the Checkmate 1500 Plus case and converting a standard Amiga 500 to an expandable desktop form factor.

Checkmate website:
checkmate1500plus.com

Checkmate 1500 Plus case Oyster White:
checkmate1500plus.com/Products.aspx?id=325

Case Riser Pair:
checkmate1500plus.com/Products.aspx?id=330

A500 ATX power and Zorro 2 Interface Card:
checkmate1500plus.com/Products.aspx?id=358

White A500-A1200 external keyboard case:
checkmate1500plus.com/Products.aspx?id=353

200W SFX power supply:
checkmate1500plus.com/Products.aspx?id=379

A500 external keyboard cable kit:
checkmate1500plus.com/Products.aspx?id=355

Edu Arana's UnAmiga board:
arananet.net/pedidos/product/unamiga-a500-header-compatible-with-a500-and-checkmate-1500-cases-pre-order

Individual Computers Keyrah:
http://wiki.icomp.de/wiki/Keyrah_V2

Individual Computers ACA500+:
https://icomp.de/shop-icomp/de/shop/product/ACA500plus.html

TIME STAMPS:
0:00 Introduction & Unboxing
3:28 A word about Brexit and Shipping
5:48 First impressions
10:49 Mounting an A500 board
16:06 Mounting drives
21:43 Connecting the power supply
23:51 External keyboard
32:09 Test run
35:43 Possibilities & Options
36:20 Zorro II card test
41:58 Future plans
43:54 My verdict
48:00 Thank you & good night

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#JanBeta #Amiga #Checkmate

Amiga 500 Saved from the Flood (Part 2)

Jan Beta 2022-08-19 | I'm finishing restoration work on the Commodore Amiga 500 that was stored in a flooded basement.

The first video of the series is here: youtu.be/qTsAhhUhi6I

Previous "Saved from the Flood" videos:
C64C Saved from the Flood: youtu.be/ZEi-BJypK-Y
Amiga 1200 Saved from the Flood (Part 1): youtu.be/TacZgHYVxoc
Amiga 1200 Saved from the Flood (Part 2): youtu.be/iKlm6FvMmSI

Hey Birt!'s video about retrobrighting:
youtu.be/YPl356YKcVs

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Amiga 500 Capacitor List:
https://www.ikod.se/repairs/capacitor-lists/

Amiga Test Kit (disk image) download:
github.com/keirf/amiga-stuff

TIME STAMPS:
0:00 Introduction
0:54 Repairing the Case
3:41 Retrobrighting Plastic Parts
11:29 Trying to fix the Disk Drive
14:34 Keyboard Parts Cleaning
20:04 Finishing Retrobrighting
20:55 Recapping the Main Board
23:04 Finishing the Keyboard
26:23 Reassembly
28:43 Test Run & More Assembly
33:26 Closing the Case
34:18 Passing the Turrican Test
34:55 Thank you & good night

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Amiga 500 Saved from the Flood (Part 1)

Jan Beta 2022-08-10 | Fully restoring an Amiga 500 that was stored in a flooded basement. This video covers the first half of the restoration. // Kindly sponsored by my favorite PCB manufacturer PCBWay! pcbway.com

The second (and final) part of this series is available here: youtu.be/potuZ324XiA

Previous "Saved from the Flood" videos:
C64C Saved from the Flood: youtu.be/ZEi-BJypK-Y
Amiga 1200 Saved from the Flood (Part 1): youtu.be/TacZgHYVxoc
Amiga 1200 Saved from the Flood (Part 2): youtu.be/iKlm6FvMmSI

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TIME STAMPS:
0:00 Introduction
2:30 Inspecting the Damage & Disassembly
8:08 Sponsor Message
8:44 Soaking Case Parts
9:29 Inspecting the PCBs
12:20 Washing Circuit Boards
14:25 Scrubbing Case Parts
15:29 Disassembling the Keyboard
18:21 Cleaning Keyboard Parts
21:28 Cleaning IC Sockets
24:10 Memory Expansion Cleanup
26:42 Functional Test
28:06 Cleaning moar Parts
29:37 To be continued

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Sega Mega Drive II Quick Fix and Cleanup

Jan Beta 2022-08-01 | I'm repairing and cleaning a Sega Mega Drive II (Genesis II). // Kindly sponsored by my favorite PCB manufacturer PCBWay! pcbway.com

TIME STAMPS:
0:00 Introduction
1:24 A Look inside
4:19 Sponsor Message
4:43 Replacing the Voltage Regulator
13:11 Cleaning Up
15:15 Improvised Power Supply
16:50 Test Run
18:08 Reset Button Fix
21:41 Cleaning Case Parts
24:24 Reassembly & Final Testing
28:01 Thank You & Good Night

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Trash Picked VCRs Inspection & Service

Jan Beta 2022-07-24 | I found two VHS video recorders on the side of the road. Let's inspect them and see if we can get them working! // Kindly sponsored by PCBWay. pcbway.com

TIME STAMPS:
0:00 Introduction
1:27 Initial Cleaning
2:35 Sponsor Message
3:04 Inspecting the Philips VCR
7:37 Cleaning & Lubricating
13:18 Philips Test Run
18:57 Inspecting the Sony VCR
23:41 More Cleaning & Lubricating
25:31 Sony Test Run
30:45 Thank you & Good night

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Challenging C64 Restoration and Repair

Jan Beta 2022-07-03 | I'm restoring a completely destroyed Commodore 64. // Kindly sponsored by PCBWay. pcbway.com

PLAnkton PLA replacement:
melon64.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=11696

Dead Test Cartridge:
Retro Rewind (CA): retrorewind.ca/c64-dead-test
The Future was 8-Bit (UK): thefuturewas8bit.com/c64-deadtest.html

Commodore 64 Troubleshooting guides:
janbeta.net/c64-resources

Commodore 64 Future Proofing Videos:
Breadbin: youtu.be/XTqvhzB9ols
C64C: youtu.be/LUkzhytkodg
Another C64C: youtu.be/dOctqAi5rwo

Commodore 64C New Cases:
https://icomp.de/shop-icomp/en/shop/product/c64c-case.html

TIME STAMPS:
0:00 Introduction
1:54 Checking the Electronics
6:08 Sponsor Message
7:18 Commodore 64 Repair
14:20 Future Proofing
16:41 Case Restoration
28:06 Painting the Case
32:24 Final Touches
36:36 Reassembly
38:14 Test Run
39:28 Thank you & Good night

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Universal Atari/Commodore Power Supply

Jan Beta 2022-06-26 | I'm modding my DIY Atari 8-bit power supply to also work with a Commodore 64.

Power Supply Build video:
youtu.be/q4_QXnqbjV0

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TIME STAMPS:
0:00 Introduction
1:37 Choosing Connectors
4:15 Opening the PSU
5:35 Fitting the new Connector
8:28 Hot Glue!
9:35 Making the Cables
16:33 Testing the Final Product
17:14 Thank you & Good night

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Atari 1050 Disk Drive Restoration

Jan Beta 2022-06-19 | I'm restoring an Atari 1050 floppy disk drive that suffered some battle (and liquid) damage.

My previous Atari 1050 Repair video:
youtu.be/_tTo5QSrRF4

My dual Atari power supply build video:
youtu.be/q4_QXnqbjV0

Connector positions forum thread:
atariage.com/forums/topic/158149-cant-find-connector-polarity-inside-1050-drive

Atari 1050 replacement belt (Console5):
console5.com/store/fabric-reinforced-belt-for-atari-1050-tandon-tm100-4p-floppy-drive.html

Atari 1050 capacitor kit (Console5):
console5.com/store/atari-1050-floppy-disk-drive-cap-kit.html

Atari 1050 capacitor list/schematics (Console5):
console5.com/wiki/Atari_1050

Atari 1050 Field Service Manual:
http://www.atarimania.com/documents/atari-1050-field-service-manual.pdf

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TIME STAMPS:
0:00 Introduction
1:18 A Look inside
3:34 Replacing the Power Jack
5:18 Checking Voltages
6:26 Cleaning the PCB
9:21 Cleaning the Plastic Parts
10:01 Replacing Regulators & Capacitors
17:31 Putting the ICs back in
18:25 Hot Glue!
18:50 Checking Voltages (again)
19:15 Cleaning & Lubricating the Mechanics
24:37 Repairing the Case
28:41 Reassembly
30:01 Function Test
33:43 Final Reassembly
35:47 Thank you & Good night

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Gameboy Advance Cartridge Restoration

Jan Beta 2022-06-12 | I'm restoring a Gameboy Advance Cartridge for my kid's birthday. // Kindly sponsored by PCBWay. pcbway.com

CR1616 replacement battery with solder tabs*:
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Uhu Plast Special plastic glue*:
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Kapton tape*:
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iFixit bit set (with tri-wing bit)*:
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Gameboy Advance Replica PCB:
pcbway.com/project/shareproject/AGB_E02_20___Game_Boy_Advance___Replacement_PCB.html

TIME STAMPS:
0:00 Introduction
1:43 Sponsor Message
2:24 Restoration Goals
3:34 Opening the Cartridge
5:10 Replacing the Clock Battery
9:13 Cleaning the Edge Connector
10:32 Repairing the Enclosure
12:45 Test Run
13:12 Cleaning the Enclosure
14:31 Reassembly
15:09 Resetting the Save Game
16:11 Thank you & Good Night

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Amiga 4000 Battery Leakage Repair Part 2

Jan Beta 2022-06-04 | Continuing work on the battery damaged Amiga 4000. Replacing capacitors and RAM sockets, running bodge wires and having some "fun". // Kindly sponsored by PCBWay. pcbway.com

Previous episode of the A4000 series:
youtu.be/VvREDuNzUKk

Capacitor lists:
https://www.ikod.se/repairs/capacitor-lists/

Capacitor map:
https://www.tsb.space/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/capacitor-map-A4000-RevB.pdf

Recapping, doing it right:
https://wordpress.hertell.nu/?p=464

Amiga PCB Explorer:
amigapcb.org

Amiga 4000 Replica Bill of Materials:
shred.github.io/a4000-bom

TIME STAMPS:
0:00 Introduction
1:31 Removing RAM sockets
8:09 Sponsor Message
8:58 Recapping
22:52 Replacing components & fixing Traces
41:20 Soldering new RAM sockets
43:42 Recapping the CPU Board
46:48 First Power up
48:14 EPIC Fail!
51:32 Fixing my Mistakes
56:05 Second Power up
58:07 Where it's at
1:02:28 Thank you & Good night

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Amiga 4000 Battery Leakage Repair Part 1

Jan Beta 2022-05-26 | I got my hands on an Amiga 4000 and there's some nasty battery leakage damage to fix. This is part 1 of the series where I clean up the board and remove some components.

Part 2 of the series is available here: youtu.be/O1ToUboHXDI

TIME STAMPS:
0:00 Introduction
0:49 Disassembly & Inspection
8:09 A Look at the PCB
10:37 Cleaning up the Board
17:09 Powering on
22:12 Trying to Reflow
22:54 Removing ICs
26:21 Cleaning up again
29:38 Thank you & Good Night

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External Amiga 500 PiStorm Accelerator

Jan Beta 2022-05-15 | I'm checking out the Lazarusstorm external PiStorm adapter for the Amiga 500. // Kindly sponsored by PCBWay. pcbway.com

PiStorm Github:
github.com/captain-amygdala/pistorm

Lazarusstorm Github:
github.com/arananet/LAZARUSTORM

Buy a Lazarusstorm from Edu:
arananet.net/pedidos/product/lazarustorm-for-pistorm

PiStorm software installation tutorial:
github.com/captain-amygdala/pistorm/wiki/PiStorm-Software-Installation

Raspberry Pi 3A+:*
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TIME STAMPS:
0:00 Introduction
3:30 Sponsor Message
4:01 Modding the Hardware
8:24 Preparing the Pi
11:11 Plugging in the Sandwich
12:14 Installing PiStorm Software
18:36 Starting CPU Emulation
19:47 Gracefully shutting down
20:47 More Pi Settings
22:29 Accelerated Amiga!
23:30 SSH Connection
24:34 Using a Kickstart ROM from SD
28:07 Autobooting the PiStorm
31:05 Adding a virtual Hard Disk
38:29 Thank you & Good night

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Crystal Clear Amiga 500 Replacement Case Review

Jan Beta 2022-05-01 | I'm taking a look at the new limited edition crystal clear replacement case bundle for the Amiga 500(+) from A1200net! // Kindly sponsored by PCBWay. pcbway.com

Get the Amiga 500 Crystal bundle here:
a1200.net/shop/amiga-500-crystal-bundle

Get the accessories kit with adapters:
a1200.net/shop/amiga-accessories-kit

The Amiga desk mat/mouse pad is available separately here:
a1200.net/shop/amiga-mouse-pad

ADDENDUM:
The ports on right side trapdoor are for cable extension cables in respective order (from left to right on video) : MicroSD to SD / USB / USB / HDMI, the rear Port is for RJ45 extension cable (those extension cables are available in the A500 Accessories Kit)

Full disclosure: the Amiga 500 Crystal Bundle was provided to me for free to make this review by A1200.net. I didn't get paid anything to say nice things, I actually like it at lot.

TIME STAMPS:
0:00 Introduction
2:06 Unboxing & First Look
6:04 Sponsor Message
6:33 Manufacturing Process
11:50 Specialties of the Case
18:02 Putting an Amiga into the Case
27:32 Tank Mouse Transplant
29:56 Test Drive
32:14 Thank you & Good night

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Cerberus 2080 System Overview & Software

Jan Beta 2022-04-24 | I'm exploring the system architecture of the newly designed Cerberus 2080 8-Bit system and taking a look at some software for it. // Kindly sponsored by PCBWay. pcbway.com

My Cerberus Build video:
youtu.be/YxW3LQ6DE-k

Cerberus 2080 main website:
thebyteattic.com/p/cerberus-2080.html

Cerberus 2080 GitHub repository:
github.com/TheByteAttic/CERBERUS2080

Order kits or pre-assembled boards from The Home Computer Museum:
https://www.homecomputermuseum.nl/en/winkel/producten/#!/Cerberus-2080/p/377348409/category=0

The Byte Attic's Cerberus Build playlist:
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDf2uklC__d2DAXmF9XuOq_-uNc2M9ITd

The Byte Attic's Cerberus Demo playlist:
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDf2uklC__d3wm8w_YdCNRM-gOXE5RpNQ

TIME STAMPS:
0:00 Introduction
2:43 Sponsor Message
3:16 System Architecture
10:08 The Computer Proper
13:53 The Graphics Circuitry
17:16 The Magic's in the Software
20:11 Reprogramming the BIOS
28:08 A Look at some Cerberus Software
40:13 Thank you & Good night

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Cerberus 2080 New 8-Bit Computer Build

Jan Beta 2022-04-10 | I'm building the Cerberus 2080 which is a new educational 8-Bit system designed by The Byte Attic. It has a Z80 and a 6502! // Kindly sponsored by PCBWay. pcbway.com

Cerberus 2080 main website:
thebyteattic.com/p/cerberus-2080.html

Cerberus 2080 GitHub repository:
github.com/TheByteAttic/CERBERUS2080

Order kits or pre-assembled boards from The Home Computer Museum:
https://www.homecomputermuseum.nl/en/winkel/producten/#!/Cerberus-2080/p/377348409/category=0

The Byte Attic's Cerberus Build playlist:
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDf2uklC__d2DAXmF9XuOq_-uNc2M9ITd

The Byte Attic's Cerberus Demo playlist:
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDf2uklC__d3wm8w_YdCNRM-gOXE5RpNQ

TIME STAMPS:
0:00 Introduction
4:58 Sponsor Message
5:41 Soldering IC Sockets
11:54 Soldering Ceramic Capacitors
13:34 Soldering Resistors
16:08 Soldering Connectors
18:20 Soldering Pin Headers
19:41 Soldering Molex Connectors
21:44 Soldering Remaining Components
25:48 Soldering Electrolytic Capacitors
27:06 Cleaning and Inspecting the PCB
28:36 Modifying the SD Card Adapter
30:29 Testing Supply Voltages
32:03 Populating the IC Sockets
35:16 Programming the CPLDs
40:48 Test Run
46:37 Acrylic Case
49:58 Thank you & good Night

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Atari 65XE 320k RAM Expansion Troubleshooting

Jan Beta 2022-04-03 | I'm troubleshooting the 320k RAM expansion I put in my Atari 65XE in one of the previous videos. It's quite the journey.

My previous RAM expansion video (installing the mod):
youtu.be/GtpmzixF97c

The Retro Channel (successfully) installing the RAM expansion:
youtu.be/Ah4gezAUWwU

Extended RAM test download:
https://atari.fox-1.nl/atari-400-800-xl-xe/400-800-xl-xe-tools/extended-ram-test-0-21-0/

TL866 EPROM programmer*:
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TIME STAMPS:
0:00 Introduction
1:37 Possible Problems
5:17 Testing the Logic IC
6:34 Reprogramming another GAL
8:22 Trying another Logic IC
9:21 Double Checking the Wiring
12:07 Trying the new GAL
14:05 Trying different RAM
15:37 RAM Expansion switched off
15:57 Scoping the Signals
18:09 Jürgen's Ideas
20:05 Known-good Chips
23:13 Replacing original 4164 RAM
26:02 Replacing Sally CPU
28:32 Replacing the GTIA
29:52 Trying some Software
35:31 Potential remaining Problems
36:34 Thank you & Good night

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Autofire Circuit for my self-made Joystick

Jan Beta 2022-03-26 | I'm adding a good old 555 timer chip based autofire circuit to my DIY joystick.

Watch the initial joystick build here (links to the parts used in the video description):
youtu.be/2Q9nVfkNBOQ

The autofire circuit I used comes from here:
https://www.forum64.de/index.php?thread/54864-autofire-schaltung/&pageNo=2

TIME STAMPS:
0:00 Introduction
2:59 64er Magazin Nostalgia
4:09 Keybox Joystick
4:50 Cutting Stripboard
6:22 Building the Circuit
14:39 Testing outside the Box
20:31 Modding the Case
28:29 Wiring things up
35:53 Testing the finished Product
40:05 Thank you & Good night

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Making a Joystick from a trash-picked Cash Box

Jan Beta 2022-03-15 | I'm converting a trash-picked steel cash box into an arcade-like retro joystick!

Arcade joystick kit*:
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Step Drill*:
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Standard Atari joystick pinout (works for a lot of non-Atari devices, too):
commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Atari_joy-port.jpg

TIME STAMPS:
0:00 Introduction
2:04 Trash-picked cash box
4:29 Joystick layout
9:13 Drilling some holes
14:05 Mounting the components
18:59 Wiring things up
31:31 Testing!
33:30 Thank you & Good night

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Atari 65XE 320k RAM Upgrade

Jan Beta 2022-03-07 | I’m trying to upgrade my Atari 65XE to 320k RAM (and also replace the electrolytic capacitors in the process).

Forum post with instructions and files for the 320k mod:
exxoshost.co.uk/forum/viewtopic.php?t=160#p707

The Retro Channel 320k Upgrade video:
youtu.be/Ah4gezAUWwU

The Byte Attic website:
thebyteattic.com

Lotharek Ultimate 1MB RAM upgrade:
https://lotharek.pl/productdetail.php?id=56

Draco SysInfo:
http://drac030.krap.pl/en-si-pliki.php

Extended RAM test:
https://atari.fox-1.nl/atari-400-800-xl-xe/400-800-xl-xe-tools/extended-ram-test-0-21-0/

TL866 EPROM programmer*:
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Capacitor list:
1x 470uF 16v
4x 22uF 16v axial
3x 4.7uF 35v non-polarized
2x 10uF 16v
1x 10uF 16v axial
1x 22uF 16v

TIME STAMPS:
0:00 Introduction
0:55 Opening the Case
1:46 Replacing Electrolytic Capacitors
7:09 RAM Upgrade Overview
13:06 Freeing Pads, Placing Sockets
20:29 Programming the GAL
22:42 Wiring Things up
33:36 Initial Test Run
36:52 Adding a Switch
41:04 More Testing
44:22 Failed RAM Theory
47:56 Thank you & Good night

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Quick and dirty Arduino DRAM Tester Build

Jan Beta 2022-02-25 | I'm building an Arduino based DRAM tester from leftover components I found in my parts bin. As quick and dirty as it gets, but still a useful tool!

The DRAMARDUINO project (schematics and Arduino sketch):
forum.defence-force.org/viewtopic.php?t=1699

Arduino IDE Software:
arduino.cc/en/software

Ready-to-go Arduino shield PCB (PCBWay order link):
pcbway.com/project/shareproject/DRAM_Test_Shield_for_Arduino_Uno_and_Nano.html

Double sided perfboard*:
US: amzn.to/3t6Fq4t
UK: amzn.to/3JPz1S6
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Elegoo Arduino UNO*:
US: amzn.to/3BLC2jH
UK: amzn.to/3t7Pzhk
DE: amzn.to/3shyz9j

1k Ohm resistors*:
US: amzn.to/3p8D0Bp
UK: amzn.to/34YySND
DE: amzn.to/354eGty

Pin headers*:
US: amzn.to/3pcudOK
UK: amzn.to/3sgeuQy
DE: amzn.to/3LUe22x

Dual color red/green LEDs (common anode)*:
US: amzn.to/3hgfb6a
UK: amzn.to/3IkUBgS
DE: amzn.to/3vdXTil

16-pin ZIF sockets*:
US: amzn.to/3hb5i9W
UK: amzn.to/3sh17Qn
DE: amzn.to/3sfOpBc

TIME STAMPS:
0:00 Introduction
0:26 Ingredients
1:19 About the DRAMARDUINO
4:03 Cutting the perfboard
4:42 Pin Headers
7:45 ZIF Socket
8:34 LED
9:21 Connecting things up
13:53 Finished Mess o' Wires
14:30 Double Checking the Wiring
15:30 Programming the Arduino
16:54 Functional Test
19:39 Refinements
23:02 Thank you & Good night

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More Replacement Chips for my Sixtyclone C64

Jan Beta 2022-02-18 | I'm testing various combinations of newly available modern replacements for the C64's custom chips in my Sixtyclone build. // Kindly sponsored by PCBWay. pcbway.com

My Sixtyclone build video:
youtu.be/ZtpRdVTuHQw

3D printed Keyboard standoffs:
thingiverse.com/make:309258

SaRuMan-64 static RAM replacement:
melon64.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=8779

Ray Carlsen has created a guide on how to install SaRuMan-64 on C64 boards with 8 DRAM ICs:
portcommodore.com/rcarlsen/cbm/c64/EASY_RAM_REPLACEMENT/SaRuMan-64%20install.txt

How to install SaRuMan in the SX-64:
portcommodore.com/rcarlsen/cbm/sx64/EASY_RAM_REPLACEMENT/SaRuMan-64%20install.txt

PLAnkton EV PLA replacement:
melon64.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=11696

TOLB MOS 8701 replacement:
melon64.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=4055

Kawari VIC-II replacement:
http://accentual.com/vicii-kawari

J-CIA 6526 (and more) replacement:
1nt3r.net/j-cia

Mock65xx 6510 (and more) replacement:
facebook.com/MockA65xx

Replacement keycaps (coming soon!):
indiegogo.com/projects/keycaps-for-your-commodore-computer/x/20516725#

3M Bumpon Rubber feet*:
US: amzn.to/3rYX22S
UK: amzn.to/3gT5TwZ
DE: amzn.to/35asi60

TIME STAMPS:
0:00 Intro
2:28 Current state of my Sixtyclone
7:11 Sponsor message
7:41 Keyboard mounts
9:51 SaRuMan-64 RAM replacement
12:42 New PLAnkton EV
13:50 TOLB timing chip
14:48 VIC-II Kawari
16:36 Kawari problems
18:41 Testing!
21:38 Broken ARMSID?!
26:34 Working combinations
27:40 Final configuration
29:33 Heat sinks
31:07 Closing the case (for now)
33:11 Thank you & Good night

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Commodore 1764 RAM Expansion Restoration & Upgrade

Jan Beta 2022-02-03 | I'm restoring a Commodore 1764 RAM Expansion Unit and also upgrade it from 256k to 512k. // Kindly sponsored by PCBWay. pcbway.com

REU 1764 Test/Demo disk image download:
archive.org/details/1764_Test_Demo_Disk_19xx_Commodore

17XX REU Mem Tester disk image download:
https://commodore.software/downloads/download/148-c64-testers/7998-commodore-17xx-reu-tester

Sonic the Hedgehog C64 Fan Remake download:
https://csdb.dk/release/?id=212523

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ADDENDUM:
This document mentions a 390 Ohms resistor in position R4 (top left of the PCB) that is present in the original 1750. Possibly to "tweak" the signals slightly for the C128. I didn't run into any issues without it (yet), just mentioning this for completeness: https://commodore.software/downloads/download/202-1764-ram-expansion/1344-1764-ram-expansion-upgrade-doc

TIME STAMPS:
0:00 Introduction
1:43 Inspecting the Expansion
3:00 Sponsor Message
3:26 A Look inside
9:45 Cleaning the PCB
11:34 Cleaning the plastic parts
12:18 First test run
18:58 Scrubbing case parts
19:54 512k Upgrade
27:52 Testing the mod
29:57 Repairing the case
32:06 Reassembly
33:42 Final test run
34:22 Thank you & good night

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A mechanical Keyboard for the Amiga 1200!

Jan Beta 2022-01-22 | Fixing some of my own crimes in my A1200 and taking a look at a fancy new mechanical keyboard replacement option.

Sergiusz' Amiga Keyboard Website (please keep in mind that this is no mass-produced product but a handmade hobbyist one-person project, so there's only going to be a small number of these for sale!): amigakb.wordpress.com

A1200 Replacement Cases: a1200.net/amiga-1200-case

Indivision AGA: http://wiki.icomp.de/wiki/Indivision_AGA_MK3

Capacitor lists (ikod): https://www.ikod.se/repairs/capacitor-lists/

My Amiga Power Supply Build: youtu.be/TCKNZjhbWaw

My first Amiga 1200 Recapping Video (bad ideas galore): youtu.be/dZZozVvyoZw

Recapping my Amiga 600 (decent info): youtu.be/8MSfCLTHIIw

Recapping another Amiga 1200 (properly): youtu.be/iKlm6FvMmSI

Fixing the CF adapter A1200 HDD LED: youtu.be/lPQvs0Jqd1g

A better way to fix the HDD LED (Amiga 600 but works for the 1200, too): youtu.be/1v5m-86RBf8

TIME STAMPS:
0:00 Introduction
2:13 Opening the Amiga
4:40 Mistakes were made
9:44 Fixing my mistakes
16:02 The replacement Keyboard!
17:41 Keyboard inspection
20:40 Mounting the Keyboard
29:53 Testing the Keyboard
34:14 Thank you & good night

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Building a proper Amiga Power Supply

Jan Beta 2022-01-15 | I’m (re)building a better power supply from the remains of my original A500 PSU that I destroyed previously. // Kindly sponsored by PCBWay. pcbway.com

Orginal Amiga PSU "Destruction" video: youtu.be/F3NWW2gV-AM

Meanwell RT-65B Industrial Power Supply*:
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IEC Mains Jack:
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Angry Boing Ball Sticker:
https://www.vesalia.de/e_angryboingball.htm

TIME STAMPS:
0:00 Introduction
3:32 Arranging components
8:05 Sponsor Message
8:38 Preparing the Enclosure
18:20 Putting Things together
21:44 Wiring Things up
27:46 Testing Ground and Voltages
29:31 Cable Ties and Hot Glue
31:24 Can it power an Amiga?
32:44 Thank you & Good night

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Copying Atari Disk Images to real Floppies

Jan Beta 2022-01-03 | Copying Atari disk images to real floppy disks using an SIO2SD and a 1050 disk drive. // Kindly sponsored by PCBWay. pcbway.com

My Atari 1050 repair video: youtu.be/_tTo5QSrRF4

MyDOS 4.55 Beta 4 disk image download: http://files.janbeta.net/MyDos455Beta4.atr

Original SIO2SD project: github.com/tdididit/a8-sio2sd

Lotharek version of the SIO2SD: https://lotharek.pl/productdetail.php?id=327

TIME STAMPS:
0:00 Introduction
0:54 SIO2SD and the 1050
1:47 MyDOS
2:32 Preparing the SD card
3:01 Setting device IDs
4:09 Connecting things
4:44 Sponsor message
5:17 "Inserting" the disk image
6:24 Booting MyDOS
7:16 Copying a disk image to a real floppy
9:58 Booting from the disk we copied
10:51 Making a disk image from a real floppy
14:23 Thank you & good night

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Atari 1050 Disk Drive Repair

Jan Beta 2021-12-27 | Trying to repair an Atari 1050 floppy disk drive with multiple faults and some unexpected plot twists. // Kindly sponsored by PCBWay. pcbway.com

My dual power supply build video: youtu.be/q4_QXnqbjV0

Atari 1050 replacement belt (Console5): console5.com/store/fabric-reinforced-belt-for-atari-1050-tandon-tm100-4p-floppy-drive.html

Atari 1050 capacitor kit (Console5): console5.com/store/atari-1050-floppy-disk-drive-cap-kit.html

Atari 1050 capacitor list/schematics (Console5): console5.com/wiki/Atari_1050

Atari 1050 Field Service Manual: http://www.atarimania.com/documents/atari-1050-field-service-manual.pdf

TIME STAMPS:
0:00 Introduction
2:32 Inspecting the inside
6:12 Resoldering broken joints
9:12 Sponsor message
9:44 Reseating ICs
10:44 Power supply section inspection
15:02 Testing voltages
17:05 Servicing the mechanical parts
17:49 Replacing the belt
21:09 Lubricating the rails
22:19 Cleaning the r/w head
24:04 Reassembly and test
25:43 Short circuit hunting
33:32 Recapping
37:25 Testing voltages (again)
39:35 Booting up disks
42:01 Blowing the fuse
44:47 Broken power jack?
47:51 Final testing
49:33 Thank you & good night

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Dual Atari 8-Bit Power Supply Build

Jan Beta 2021-12-15 | I’m building a dual power supply for my Atari 800XL and 1050 disk drive. // Kindly sponsored by PCBWay. pcbway.com

Bahar enclosure:
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Meanwell RS15-5 Power Supply*:
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Crimping set*:
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I used a 230V-9V 30VA transformer for this build. No link as I randomly found it on eBay. Check your local electronics components seller. Be sure to select the correct primary (mains) voltage for your region!

TIME STAMPS:
0:00 Introduction
0:40 Ingredients
2:32 The Recipe
5:50 Sponsor Message
6:22 Front and Back Panel
8:25 Top and Bottom
13:48 Wiring Mains Input
20:35 Checking Voltages
23:43 Wiring the Connectors
29:21 Final Results & Test Run
31:22 Thank you & Good Night

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Powering a C64 with a USB Power Bank

Jan Beta 2021-11-22 | I tried to power a Commodore 64 with a USB power bank and here's what happened. (May contain traces of VIC-20, too.) // Kindly sponsored by PCBWay. pcbway.com

TIME STAMPS:
0:00 Introduction
0:27 Different C64 Boards
4:27 Sponsor Message
5:00 Making a USB-C64 Cable
8:54 USB Power Bank vs C64
11:27 How to get Sound?
14:01 Long Board C64 with USB?
14:31 VIC-20 with USB?
16:44 Thank you & Good night

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Beta Testing the VIC-II Kawari C64 Graphics Chip Replacement

Jan Beta 2021-11-04 | I'm beta testing the new VIC-II Kawari Commodore 64 graphics chip replacement. It has HDMI output! // Kindly sponsored by PCBWay. 4th PCB Design Contest: pcbway.com/activity/4th-pcb-design-contest.html

VIC-II Kawari Project Homepage: http://accentual.com/vicii-kawari
Randy Rossi's Kawari GitHub page: github.com/randyrossi/vicii-kawari
Randy's Kawari focused YouTube Channel: youtube.com/user/r3rossi
Adrian's video about an earlier Prototype: youtu.be/1l5rt4yKros

Jan Beta Twitch channel: twitch.tv/thejanbeta

0:00 Introduction
0:26 VIC-II Replacement
3:36 Kawari Features
6:55 Sponsor Message
7:26 Testing HDMI Output
9:21 Testing in Short Board
10:46 Weird Power Issue
13:31 HDMI Capture
15:40 Utilities
17:09 Power Cycling doesn't Reset
18:14 Demos
20:28 Regular A/V Output
21:50 Reset Issue Solution?
23:23 Thank you & Good night

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Furia Accelerator in an upgraded Amiga 600

Jan Beta 2021-10-19 | I installed a Furia 68EC020 33MHz accelerator card in my previously modded Amiga 600. Things went surprisingly well! // Kindly sponsored by PCBWay. 4th PCB Design Contest: pcbway.com/activity/4th-pcb-design-contest.html

Previous Amiga 600 upgrade videos:
A600 Retrobright and SD Card: youtu.be/cDuHflqtV5w
SD Card HDD LED fix: youtu.be/1v5m-86RBf8
RGBtoHDMI Installation: youtu.be/a063IfVbhoI
AmigaOS 3.2 Installation: youtu.be/rWP1gZxi-JM

Furia Accelerator info & Furiatune download: http://www.kuchinka.cz/furia/

I bought my Furia card from Vesalia: https://www.vesalia.de/d_furiaec020.htm

WHDLoad official Website: http://www.whdload.de

Sysinfo official Website: https://sysinfo.d0.se

TIME STAMPS:
0:00 Introduction
1:24 Previous Upgrades
2:09 Will it fit?
4:26 Sponsor Message
5:02 First Test Run
7:13 Kickstart 3.2 works!
9:38 Furiatune
13:30 RGBtoHDMI works!
14:27 Sysinfo Speed Test
16:26 Why does it work?
18:24 Thank you & Good night

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Amiga 1200 Saved from the Flood Part 2

Jan Beta 2021-10-06 | Finishing work on the poorly Amiga 1200 from the previous video. // Kindly sponsored by PCBWay. 4th PCB Design Contest: pcbway.com/activity/4th-pcb-design-contest.html

Part 1 of the series: youtu.be/TacZgHYVxoc

Recapping my own Amiga 1200 (not properly): youtu.be/dZZozVvyoZw
Recapping my Amiga 600 (properly): youtu.be/8MSfCLTHIIw
CF card installation in my Amiga 1200: youtu.be/xfaoZ3dXQSQ
Hey Birt's video about Retrobrighting: youtu.be/YPl356YKcVs
Capacitor lists from ikod.se: https://www.ikod.se/repairs/capacitor-lists/
Keirfr Amiga Test Kit download: github.com/keirf/Amiga-Stuff/releases

I got my capacitor kit from https://www.vesalia.de

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TIME STAMPS:
0:00 Introduction
0:48 The Plan
1:30 Retrobrighting Keycaps
4:02 Sponsor Message
4:41 Recapping the Main Board
20:36 Test Run after Recapping
21:35 Retrobright Results
23:02 Reassembling the Keyboard
25:57 Reassembling the Amiga
29:25 Adding a Compact Flash "Harddisk"
34:50 Thank you & Good night

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Amiga 1200 Saved from the Flood Part 1

Jan Beta 2021-09-17 | I'm trying to save a Commodore Amiga 1200 that suffered some water damage during the recent floodings here in Germany. // Kindly sponsored by PCBWay. 4th PCB Design Contest: pcbway.com/activity/4th-pcb-design-contest.html

Part 2 of the series is here: youtu.be/iKlm6FvMmSI

The video about the Commodore 64 I managed to save previously is here: youtu.be/ZEi-BJypK-Y

TIME STAMPS:
0:00 Introduction
0:19 Inspecting the Damage
6:52 Sponsor Message
7:41 Cleaning the PCB
11:13 Washing case parts
12:07 Cleaning LED assembly
12:46 Cleaning the keyboard
17:54 Scrubbing plastic parts
18:56 Removing the RF Modulator
21:30 Testing the Main Board
23:11 Cleaning the RF Modulator
24:52 Cleaning the Disk Drive
30:07 Testing the Disk Drive
31:34 Thank you & Good night

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C64C saved from the Flood

Jan Beta 2021-09-02 | I'm trying to save a poorly Commodore 64C that was stored in a flooded basement during the recent flooding here in Germany.

TIME STAMPS:
0:00 Introduction
2:22 Inspecting the damage
11:11 Washing the Mainboard
14:13 Disassembling the Keyboard
18:15 Washing Plastic Parts
19:36 Cleaning Keyboard PCB
20:33 Moar Mainboard Cleaning
23:17 Testing the Mainboard
25:49 Cleaning Metal Parts
29:12 Keyboard Reassembly
32:48 Full Reassembly
34:55 Thank you & Good night

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Building a VIC-20 in 2021

Jan Beta 2021-08-19 | I'm building a Commodore VIC-20 replica based on the Vicky Twenty PCB. // Kindly sponsored by PCBWay. 4th PCB Design Contest: pcbway.com/activity/4th-pcb-design-contest.html

Vicky 20 replica PCB from Bob's Bits: tindie.com/products/bobsbits/vicky-twenty-commodore-vic-20-pcb-replica

Parts kit from the Run Stop Re-Store: retro8bitshop.com/product/parts-kit-for-commodore-vic20

Vicky 20 Bill of Materials: docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1kKY3Kiv8t1ukMBzYAxa8gI2tyBkWfOsQWBjT3GRC3bY/edit#gid=1630998256

Penultimate+ Cartridge: thefuturewas8bit.com/shop/commodore/vic20-penultimate-plus.html

My Sixtyclone C64 replica build video: youtu.be/ZtpRdVTuHQw

My lazy DIY C64/VIC-20 power supply build video: youtu.be/wWOU2sZv_ng

My better (less lazy) C64/VIC-20 power supply build video: youtu.be/IpuKz0TTB2I

TIME STAMPS:
0:00 Introduction
1:47 What's in the boxes?
5:21 Sponsor Message
6:10 Soldering Setup
7:16 Resistors
12:09 Ceramic and Film Capacitors
15:57 Tantalum Capacitors
18:13 Electrolytic Capacitors
19:30 Trimmers
20:01 IC Sockets
25:13 Remaining Components
31:02 Connectors
32:34 Populating ICs
36:28 Initial Testing
38:14 Tweaking Trimmers
39:27 Final Testing
42:11 Thank you & Good night

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SpeedDOS for the Commodore 1541C Disk Drive

Jan Beta 2021-08-06 | I'm installing a parallel adapter in my Commodore 1541C disk drive to be able to use the SpeedDOS fast loader. // Kindly sponsored by PCBWay - Get your first PCBs free! - pcbway.com/

Sven Petersen's GitHub for the 1541 adapter PCBs (and ROM files):
github.com/svenpetersen1965/1541-parallel-adapter-SpeedDOS

The modified version for the 1541C is here:
github.com/svenpetersen1965/1541-parallel-adapter-SpeedDOS/tree/master/1541_VIA_Parallel_Adapter_1541C/Rev.%200

The ROM dump from the 1541C SpeedDOS ROM I'm using:
app.box.com/s/uexjx5zrbmteja3b6uubo21gdgq3gta5

My first 1541C video (mains voltage mod):
youtu.be/t3kJrSLaXtU

Repairing the C64 I'm using here:
youtu.be/Cn407PZFD_M

This video was sponsored by PCBWay.

TIME STAMPS:
0:00 Introduction
1:33 Inspecting the drive
3:35 Sponsor Message
4:30 Components for the mod
5:07 Desoldering the VIA chip
8:36 Assembling the PCBs
14:42 Fitting a socket
16:31 Making and connecting the parallel cable
20:12 Test run
21:15 Track zero sensor issues
24:03 Speed test
27:43 Thank you & Good night

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Yet Another Boring C64 Repair

Jan Beta 2021-07-26 | I'm taking a look at another Commodore 64 and encounter some mods and a surprisingly simple fix.

My collection of C64 repair resources:
janbeta.net/c64-resources

TIME STAMPS:
0:00 Intro
0:17 Visual Inspection
3:23 Set up and Power on
5:27 Checking Voltages
6:49 Diagnostic Carts
7:16 HOT SID
8:49 Full Diagnostics
10:23 Temporary Keyboard
11:05 Kernal Switch Trouble?
12:57 Trying to reproduce the Faults
14:00 CIA is alright
14:34 Kernal Switcher is the Issue?
15:54 Testing with original Keyboard
17:43 Reattaching Switches
20:45 Final Test Run
22:06 Thank you & Good night

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A Look at the Colour Maximite 2 Deluxe

Jan Beta 2021-07-19 | I'm taking a look at the new Deluxe Edition of the Colour Maximite 2 BASIC computer system. // Kindly sponsored by PCBWay - Get your first PCBs free! - pcbway.com/

Get the Colour Maximite 2 Deluxe Edition from Piotr's shop:
https://sklep.pslabs.pl/Colour-Maximite-2-GEN2-Deluxe-Edition-USB-Host-Contr-WiFi-p171

Get the standard Colour Maximite 2:
https://sklep.pslabs.pl/Colour-Maximite-2-GEN2-p172

The Colour Maximite 2 Project website (with open Gerber files to make your own):
geoffg.net/maximite.html

CMM2 user manual:
geoffg.net/Downloads/Maximite/Colour_Maximite_2_User_Manual.pdf

CMM2 Programming Tutorial:
geoffg.net/Downloads/Maximite/Programming_with_the_Colour_Maximite_2.pdf

TIME STAMPS:
0:00 Introduction
1:51 Unboxing
2:41 Inspecting the CMM2 Deluxe
3:55 Original Edition Differences
4:57 Peeking Inside
8:29 Plugging in
8:45 Sponsor Message
9:15 Powering on
10:08 Programming & Examples
22:17 Thank you & Good night

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NAD3020 New Speaker Terminals and Adjustments

Jan Beta 2021-07-09 | I'm putting the finishing touches on the NAD 3020 Series 20 vintage amplifier I've been working on. // Kindly sponsored by PCBWay - pcbway.com/

I added proper screw post/banana plug speaker terminals and am trying my luck with adjusting the idle current and DC offset.

The method I used for the idle current is laid out here (post number 7): audiokarma.org/forums/index.php?threads/nad-3020-work-including-idle-current-adjustment.860328

My first video about this amplifier: youtu.be/8ERQwC5pGB4
My second (re-repair) video: youtu.be/aXrL0NMBHLI

NAD 3020 Service Manual (for this older model): elektrotanya.com/nad_3020_sm.pdf/download.html

TIME STAMPS:
0:00 Introduction
0:51 Replacing the speaker terminals
8:08 Sponsor Message
8:45 Fitting new screw posts
18:24 Replacing a burnt resistor
20:02 Idle current adjustment
42:52 DC offset adjustment
46:27 Cleaning & Reassembly
50:26 Final Testing
50:45 Thank you & Good Night

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Amiga 600 AmigaOS 3.2 Installation & RGBtoHDMI Fix

Jan Beta 2021-06-25 | I'm fixing the Amiga 600 RGBtoHDMI mod from the previous video and am installing the new AmigaOS 3.2 on the system. // Kindly sponsored by PCBWay - Get your first PCBs free! - pcbway.com/

My previous A600 RGBtoHDMI video: youtu.be/a063IfVbhoI

T-Shirt from MindflareRetro: teespring.com/stores/mfr-merch

Joachim's GitHub with the Gerber files and BOM for this RGBtoHDMI mod: github.com/jockel71/RGB_HDMI_A600

AmigaOS 3.2 Info: hyperion-entertainment.com/index.php/news/1-latest-news/290-amigaos-42-for-all-classic-amigas-released-and-available

TL866 EPROM Programmer*:
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TL866 Adapter for larger EPROMs: github.com/keirf/PCB-Projects/wiki/EPROM-Adapter

10 Minute Amiga Retrocast OS 3.2 video: youtu.be/DsLLbHL4qbw

The Guru Meditation OS 3.2 video: youtu.be/0732yqmAXYw

TIME STAMPS:
0:00 Introduction
1:57 Fixing the RGBtoHDMI mod
8:19 Sponsor Message
8:52 AmigaOS 3.2
9:38 Burning a Kickstart EPROM
17:00 Installing Workbench 3.2
20:58 Out of memory!
21:51 Memory Expansion Repair
25:12 Installing for realz
28:43 First Boot
33:55 Thank you & Good night

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Amiga 600 RGBtoHDMI Installation

Jan Beta 2021-06-15 | I'm installing a very elegant solution for the RGBtoHDMI mod into my Amiga 600. // Kindly sponsored by PCBWay - Get your first PCBs free! - pcbway.com/

The follow up video is here: youtu.be/rWP1gZxi-JM

Joachim's GitHub with the Gerber files for this mod: github.com/jockel71/RGB_HDMI_A600

General RGBtoHDMI project page from hoglet67: github.com/hoglet67/RGBtoHDMI/wiki

Amiga RGBtoHDMI page from c0pperdragon: github.com/c0pperdragon/Amiga-Digital-Video

A1K Forums: a1k.org/forum/index.php

My previous videos about Amiga and RGBtoHDMI:
Amiga 500 Installation: youtu.be/e8brkYFoO9I
Amiga 500 Updates: youtu.be/9baCd5O2nG4
Amiga 2000 (ECS) Installation: youtu.be/tY9rlulb_0A

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Mini HDMI plug with Flat Flex connector (DE): https://www.berrybase.de/audio-video/kabel-adapter/hdmi/flachbandkabel-20cm-f-252-r-diy-hdmi-kabel

Regular size HDMI socket with Flat Flex connector (DE): https://www.berrybase.de/audio-video/kabel-adapter/hdmi/hdmi-typ-a-buchse-gerade-f-252-r-diy-hdmi-kabel

20cm Flat Flex for HDMI connection (DE): https://www.berrybase.de/audio-video/kabel-adapter/hdmi/flachbandkabel-20cm-f-252-r-diy-hdmi-kabel

TIME STAMPS:
0:00 Introduction
1:27 A600 with a regular Upscaler
2:56 HDMI port installation
12:09 RGBtoHDMI Hardware Installation
13:14 Sponsor Message
13:56 Installing the Adapter Board
17:17 Software Installation
18:49 Test Run
21:19 Jan Beta was here!
22:33 Does the case still close?
24:11 Thank you & Good night

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NAD3020 Vintage Amplifier Re-Repair (after I blew it up...)

Jan Beta 2021-06-01 | I'm revisiting the NAD 3020 Series 20 Amplifier (late 70s vintage) that I worked on a while back. Unfortunately, I managed to completely short out the power transistors so there's some troubleshooting and repairing to be done in this video.

My first video about this amplifier: youtu.be/8ERQwC5pGB4
My final video about this amp: youtu.be/4i9OcI-xHko

NAD 3020 Service Manual (for this older model): elektrotanya.com/nad_3020_sm.pdf/download.html

Dim bulb tester info: antiqueradio.org/dimbulb.htm

Joystick repair video: youtu.be/LxYWcVOa8IY

Component Tester*:
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UHU Plast Special plastic glue*:
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TIME STAMPS:
0:00 Introduction
1:30 Current Status of the NAD
3:49 Checking for shorted Transistors
5:47 Desoldering Driver Transistors
6:54 Testing Driver Transistors
7:56 Checking for other Shorts
8:20 Replacement Transistors
10:02 Fitting new Transistors
11:12 Testing with Dim Bulb Tester
15:05 Hooking up Speakers
19:36 Plastic Trouble
23:18 Thank you & Good Night

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Aldi C64 Blank Screen Repair Part 2

Jan Beta 2021-05-21 | I finally fixed the Aldi Commdore 64 I started working on in 2019! // Kindly sponsored by PCBWay - Get your first PCBs free! - pcbway.com/

Here's the first part of this repair from 2 years ago:
youtu.be/uY4tGVdHcO8

My collection of C64 troubleshooting guides and documents:
janbeta.net/c64-resources

The Galencia game that is briefly visible in the background is available here:
https://www.protovision.games/games/galencia.php?language=en

TIME STAMPS:
0:00 Introduction
0:47 Summary of the previous work
1:51 A newly discovered Fault!
2:18 Sponsor Message
2:48 Current Status
3:55 Inspecting the PCB
5:22 Suspicious Behavior
6:21 Replacing the VIC-II Socket
8:39 Color Issues
9:59 Replacing 4066 Chip
10:54 Bad CIA
11:40 Summary of the Faults
12:32 Final Tests
13:46 Back in the Case it goes!
14:46 Thank you & good night

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Uncommon Fault C64 ASSY 250407 Repair

Jan Beta 2021-05-13 | I'm fixing yet another Commodore 64 in this video. This one had a garbage screen output and I found quite a few faulty components. // Kindly sponsored by PCBWay - Get your first PCBs free! - pcbway.com/

My collection of C64 troubleshooting info:
janbeta.net/c64-resources

My "Stubborn C64 Repair" video:
youtu.be/6gRuPYaS07A

My video about MT RAM chips in the C64:
youtu.be/YpANUc6g0l0

TL866 EPROM Programmer*:
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TIME STAMPS:
0:00 Introduction
1:08 The PCB
1:35 Sponsor Message
2:11 Garbage Screen & Suspect Chips
4:24 Testing Voltages
5:39 Power Cycling
6:28 Dead Test Cartridge
8:48 Testing Logic Chips
13:22 ?OUT OF MEMORY ERROR
18:22 Color Problems
20:37 Moar Logic Testing
21:55 Testing other ICs
23:45 It's just a Flesh Wound!
24:41 The Culprit?
27:20 Final Test Run
28:18 Summary
29:37 Thank you & Good night

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Resurrecting Scratched CDs & DVDs

Jan Beta 2021-04-28 | I'm trying to save a severely scratched game DVD with a simple method and some patience.

The polishing paste I used*:
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The particular brand I used is only available in Germany, it seems. You can find similar plastic polish from elsewhere that should work similarly.

TIME STAMPS:
0:00 Introduction
0:43 Inspecting the Damage
2:59 Materials and Explanation
5:27 Cleaning
6:03 Sanding
7:53 Polishing
10:18 Results
12:27 Thank you & Good night

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