SNES repairs and the great SMD cap debate TheRetroChannel 2023-09-03 | New PCBWay users can get $5.00 off their first order using this referral link: pcbway.com/g/ab52aWStarting the repair of a Super Famicom, and a good old chat about a very touchy subject - surface mount capacitor removal 🙊🛍️ Tindie store: tindie.com/stores/theretrochannel🛠 Tools and kit: patreon.com/posts/tools-and-kit-77570017💬 Discord: discord.gg/393FYaM6gM😎 Ad-free, early access: patreon.com/theretrochannel🔗Console5 capacitor list: wiki.console5.com/wiki/SNESVertical white line fixes: consolemods.org/wiki/SNES:Vertical_Line_FixSNES Burn-in Cartridge US version: aliexpress.com/item/1005004970939645.htmlSNES Burn-in Cartridge JP/PAL version: aliexpress.com/item/1005004950792855.html🔗🎞 0:00 Intro1:49 Disassembly4:34 Inspecting the damage5:09 SMD cap removal options10:37 Clean and prep13:22 THT vs SMD14:26 Testing the other caps16:58 Installing new caps19:31 7805 White line fix22:31 Power up... maybe24:20 Cart connector cleaning26:10 Difference after recapping26:48 The other fault...🎞 Thanks for watching!
S-Video Checkerboarding and Jailbars - why it happens and how to fix it TheRetroChannel 2024-10-12 | 🛠 Tools and kit: patreon.com/posts/tools-and-kit-77570017💬 Discord: discord.gg/393FYaM6gM😎 Ad-free, early access: patreon.com/theretrochannel🔗All the charity details, including other auctions can be found here: morefunmakingit.co.uk/mfmi-charity-2024eBay auction for this machine: https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/267025312994Tindie store - debug board, RF replacement (coming soon) and more: tindie.com/stores/theretrochannelVideo debug board video: youtu.be/1gSMNLwl96YS-Video cable (looks like they only have 3m cables left): https://www.selby.com.au/brands/neotech/3m-dual-coax-svhs-neotech-high-end-performance-nc2503.htmlPets Rescue: psytronik.itch.io/pets-rescuePets Rescue SD2IEC version: plus4world.powweb.com/software/Pets_Rescue🔗🎞 0:00 Intro1:20 Analog video analysis6:28 Testing cables10:50 Tracing the signals16:40 Isolating the signals23:08 RF modulator28:18 RF replacement features29:52 Room for improvement32:13 Results!34:24 Pets Rescue38:57 THE SPECIAL EVENT🎞 Thanks for watching!
SNES repairathon part 4 - The final four TheRetroChannel 2024-09-28 | New PCBWay users can get $5.00 off their first order using this referral link: pcbway.com/g/ab52aW🛍️ Tindie store: tindie.com/stores/theretrochannel🛠 Tools and kit: patreon.com/posts/tools-and-kit-77570017💬 Discord: discord.gg/393FYaM6gM😎 Ad-free, early access: patreon.com/theretrochannel🔗Repair logs: smilecitrus.info/?p=3350projectvb.com/nss/logs.htmPart 1: youtu.be/Q2PZwI9__OEPart 2: youtu.be/NgK2uuRKtTIPart 3: youtu.be/oat1j0SGVT8SNES burn-in cart: aliexpress.com/item/1005006643587800.htmlprojectvb repair log: projectvb.com/nss/logs.htmConsolemods wiki: consolemods.org/wiki/SNES:Scrambled_Screen_IssueOriginal SNES service manual (Portuguese): datassette.org/manuais/br-brasil-hardware-snes-nintendo-manuais/manual-tecnico-do-super-nes🔗Thanks for watching!
SNES repairathon part 3 - When chips go bad TheRetroChannel 2024-09-21 | 🛍️ Tindie store: tindie.com/stores/theretrochannel🛠 Tools and kit: patreon.com/posts/tools-and-kit-77570017💬 Discord: discord.gg/393FYaM6gM😎 Ad-free, early access: patreon.com/theretrochannel🔗Part 1: youtu.be/Q2PZwI9__OEPart 2: youtu.be/NgK2uuRKtTISNES burn-in cart: aliexpress.com/item/1005006643587800.htmlprojectvb repair log: projectvb.com/nss/logs.htmConsolemods wiki: consolemods.org/wiki/SNES:Scrambled_Screen_IssueOriginal SNES service manual (Portuguese): datassette.org/manuais/br-brasil-hardware-snes-nintendo-manuais/manual-tecnico-do-super-nes🔗Thanks for watching!
Quality of life upgrades for the Commodore 16 TheRetroChannel 2024-09-09 | 🛍️ Tindie store: tindie.com/stores/theretrochannel🛠 Tools and kit: patreon.com/posts/tools-and-kit-77570017💬 Discord: discord.gg/393FYaM6gM😎 Ad-free, early access: patreon.com/theretrochannel🔗Joystick article: zimmers.net/anonftp/pub/cbm/documents/projects/interfaces/plus4joy/plus4joy.htmlMOS IC list: c64-wiki.com/wiki/MOS_Technology_ProductsPlus/4 World: plus4world.powweb.com/homeSchematics: zimmers.net/anonftp/pub/cbm/schematics/computers/plus4/index.htmlJoystick adaptor (Hungarian seller): https://idoregesz.hu/product/db9-joystick-converter-for-c16-and-plus-4/Run Stop Re-Store: retro8bitshop.com/retrostore/c64restore🔗Thanks for watching!
SNES repairathon part 2: Simplified SHVC clock fix TheRetroChannel 2024-08-31 | 🛍️ Tindie store: tindie.com/stores/theretrochannel🛠 Tools and kit: patreon.com/posts/tools-and-kit-77570017💬 Discord: discord.gg/393FYaM6gM😎 Ad-free, early access: patreon.com/theretrochannel🔗Part 1: youtu.be/Q2PZwI9__OESNES multiboard schematics: wiki.superfamicom.org/schematics-ports-and-pinouts#snes-schematic-491SNES SHVC schematics: wiki.console5.com/wiki/SNES#SchematicsVoultar's channel: youtube.com/voultar🔗Thanks for watching!
SNES no-cut digital audio mod TheRetroChannel 2024-08-25 | 🛍️ Tindie store: tindie.com/stores/theretrochannel🛠 Tools and kit: patreon.com/posts/tools-and-kit-77570017💬 Discord: discord.gg/393FYaM6gM😎 Ad-free, early access: patreon.com/theretrochannel🔗Coax to Toslink converter*: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DDvKAXhDAC with bluetooth*: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DlwiXNZPTFE coated (Kynar) wire*:https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_mKn6QKc* affiliate link🔗🎞 0:00 Intro1:38 Analog vs digital comparisons6:40 Options8:05 Notes10:47 SHVC Installation23:08 Testing24:45 Scoping it🎞 Thanks for watching!
SNES repairathon part 1: The clock buffer - SHVC vs Everdrive TheRetroChannel 2024-08-20 | New PCBWay users can get $5.00 off their first order using this referral link: pcbway.com/g/ab52aW🛍️ Tindie store: tindie.com/stores/theretrochannel🛠 Tools and kit: patreon.com/posts/tools-and-kit-77570017💬 Discord: discord.gg/393FYaM6gM😎 Ad-free, early access: patreon.com/theretrochannel🔗SNES burn-in file: tcrf.net/Burn-in_-_Test_CartridgeSNES burn-in cart: aliexpress.com/item/1005006643587800.htmlSNES clock booster on GitHub: github.com/WindDrake/SNES_ClockConsolemods wiki: consolemods.org/wiki/SNES:FXPak_Pro_(SD2SNES)SNES schematics and stuff: wiki.superfamicom.org/schematics-ports-and-pinouts🔗🎞 0:00 Intro1:07 Power3:30 Video4:54 Cartridge port7:09 Burn-in test10:24 The problem12:08 Traces and connections14:59 Re-testing16:34 Freeze motherlover17:45 Clock18:49 PPU2?23:23 Two days later...28:07 Scopin'30:17 Thinking inside the box32:25 Modding time!36:37 The fix?🎞 Thanks for watching!
Trying to fix a couple of Commodore 1084 CRTs TheRetroChannel 2024-08-17 | 🛍️ Tindie store: tindie.com/stores/theretrochannel🛠 Tools and kit: patreon.com/posts/tools-and-kit-77570017💬 Discord: discord.gg/393FYaM6gM😎 Ad-free, early access: patreon.com/theretrochannel🔗youtube.com/MrLurchsThings🔗🎞 0:00 Intro1:21 Commodore 1084S-P14:42 Commodore 1084S-P1🎞 Thanks for watching!
Fixing a very sad C64 with some interesting faults TheRetroChannel 2024-08-10 | 🛍️ Tindie store: tindie.com/stores/theretrochannel🛠 Tools and kit: patreon.com/posts/tools-and-kit-77570017💬 Discord: discord.gg/393FYaM6gM😎 Ad-free, early access: patreon.com/theretrochannel🔗SID Test: hackjunk.com/2017/11/07/commodore-64-sid-testerKeyboard test: https://csdb.dk/release/?id=98411🔗🎞 0:00 Intro0:42 PSU tests3:03 C64 inspection7:38 Voltages and dead test9:14 Bad caps12:37 Clocks15:38 It's always... ya know17:44 Not a very happy image?22:58 Colour RAM?30:30 Box o' chips33:27 Diagnostics37:24 Full SID test (LOUD)39:46 S-video output and RF mods🎞 Thanks for watching!
Building a PS1 modchip from scratch and optimising your install TheRetroChannel 2024-07-26 | New PCBWay users can get $5.00 off their first order using this referral link: pcbway.com/g/ab52aW🛍️ Tindie store: tindie.com/stores/theretrochannel🛠 Tools and kit: patreon.com/posts/tools-and-kit-77570017💬 Discord: discord.gg/393FYaM6gM😎 Ad-free, early access: patreon.com/theretrochannel🔗Consolemods modchip wiki: consolemods.org/wiki/PS1:ModchipsPsNee github: github.com/kalymos/PsNeeOriginal wiring reference: quade.co/ps1-modchip-guide/mayumi-v4/pu-22🔗🎞 0:00 Intro0:48 Modchip options2:14 Tools required3:22 Programming the modchip4:55 Optimising the wiring9:40 Modchip install11:12 Testing🎞 Thanks for watching!
How to properly service a PS1 drive - stop tweaking that pot! TheRetroChannel 2024-07-20 | 🛍️ Tindie store: tindie.com/stores/theretrochannel🛠 Tools and kit: patreon.com/posts/tools-and-kit-77570017💬 Discord: discord.gg/393FYaM6gM😎 Ad-free, early access: patreon.com/theretrochannel🔗Applicator bottles and tips: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DBLrDTHSpindle motor hubs: aliexpress.com/item/1005005600222845.htmlMG Chemicals white lithium grease: mgchemicals.com/products/grease-for-electronics/lubricating-grease/white-lithium-greaseClock oil I used (may be Australia only): https://www.clockshop.com.au/synthetic-clock-oil-615-small-2.5-mlAlternative clock oils I haven't used - YMMV: amazon.com/Horace-Whitlocks-Clock-Oil-Synthetic/dp/B08294ZBSDamazon.com/Liberty-Best-Synthetic-Lubricating-Clocks/dp/B00AZMJZUE🔗🎞 0:00 Intro1:31 Spindle motor and hub6:41 Sled motor and gears12:44 Testing, testing🎞 Thanks for watching!
NES PAL to NTSC conversion TheRetroChannel 2024-07-13 | 🛍️ Tindie store: tindie.com/stores/theretrochannel🛠 Tools and kit: patreon.com/posts/tools-and-kit-77570017💬 Discord: discord.gg/393FYaM6gM😎 Ad-free, early access: patreon.com/theretrochannel🔗NES CPU variants: nesdev.org/wiki/CPU_variantsNES PPU variants: nesdev.org/wiki/PPU_variantsNES front door flap: aliexpress.com/item/1005005486592885.html🔗🎞 0:00 Intro3:26 UMC "NTSC" compatible chips6:26 Famicom to the rescue10:07 Result🎞 Thanks for watching!
Permanent fix for the Amiga 500 rev.5 OOPS bug, and some corroded RAM expansion cards TheRetroChannel 2024-07-06 | 🛍️ Tindie store: tindie.com/stores/theretrochannel🛠 Tools and kit: patreon.com/posts/tools-and-kit-77570017💬 Discord: discord.gg/393FYaM6gM😎 Ad-free, early access: patreon.com/theretrochannel🔗Socket based adaptor: sites.google.com/one-n.co.uk/amiga-guides/amiga-a500-rev-5-rom-adapterPCB adaptor: retrozonesite.wordpress.com/2018/09/07/the-amiga-500-rev-5-kickstart-upgradeEPROM programming adaptor: github.com/mafe72/27c160-tl866-adapterA500 schematics: archive.org/details/system-schematics-a-500-revisions-5-6a-7🔗Thanks for watching!
Lumacode on the OSSC - HDMI from the C64 and 128 without the RGBtoHDMI and audio embedders TheRetroChannel 2024-06-29 | New PCBWay users can get $5.00 off their first order using this referral link: pcbway.com/g/ab52aW🛍️ Tindie store: tindie.com/stores/theretrochannel🛠 Tools and kit: patreon.com/posts/tools-and-kit-77570017💬 Discord: discord.gg/393FYaM6gM😎 Ad-free, early access: patreon.com/theretrochannel🔗OSSC wiki: junkerhq.net/xrgb/index.php/OSSCLatest OSSC v1.8 (no hardware mod required): videogameperfection.com/products/open-source-scan-converterOSSC github: github.com/marqs85/osscWin32DiskImager: win32diskimager.orgc0pperdragon Tindie store: tindie.com/stores/c0pperdragonLumacode github: github.com/c0pperdragon/LumaCode🔗🎞 0:00 Intro2:05 Prerequisites3:28 OSSC pre-v1.8 hardware mod6:33 OSSC Firmware update8:56 C64 Lumacode10:17 OSSC Lumacode settings13:07 Audio!14:03 C12815:51 Lag tests17:04 Other stuffs18:37 wizz-fizz🎞 Thanks for watching!
NES HDMI no-cut mod - LumaCode for the Nintendo Entertainment System TheRetroChannel 2024-06-22 | 🔗c0pperdragon on Tindie: tindie.com/stores/c0pperdragonc0pperdragon's GitHub: github.com/c0pperdragon/LumaCodeRGBtoHDMI GitHub: github.com/hoglet67/RGBtoHDMINES games using colour emphasis: nesdev.org/wiki/Colour-emphasis_gamesPPUDigitzer wiki and alpha firmware: github.com/c0pperdragon/LumaCode/wiki/PPUdigitizer-(for-NES)Previous LumaCode videosC128: youtu.be/fbkJCWFwEmQC64: youtu.be/eSGsCfHwHCAAtari 8bit: youtu.be/prNM38bC1zM🔗🛍️ TRC Tindie store: tindie.com/stores/theretrochannel🛠 Tools and kit: patreon.com/posts/tools-and-kit-77570017💬 Discord: discord.gg/393FYaM6gM😎 Ad-free, early access: patreon.com/theretrochannel🎞 0:00 Intro2:12 NES disassembly4:09 PPUdigitizer installation6:11 LumaCode wiring12:23 RGBtoHDMI setup14:42 Audio options16:45 Full test17:48 Results and thoughts🎞 Thanks for watching!
Commodore 1571 / 128D Frankenstein TheRetroChannel 2024-06-17 | New PCBWay users can get $5.00 off their first order using this referral link: pcbway.com/g/ab52aW🛍️ Tindie store: tindie.com/stores/theretrochannel🛠 Tools and kit: patreon.com/posts/tools-and-kit-77570017💬 Discord: discord.gg/393FYaM6gM😎 Ad-free, early access: patreon.com/theretrochannel1571 schematics: zimmers.net/anonftp/pub/cbm/schematics/drives/new/1571/index.html🎞 0:00 Intro2:41 Fitment5:25 Power8:25 Drive LED11:07 Serial IEC16:38 Tests19:50 Logic (non)issue24:11 Summary of changes🎞 Thanks for watching!
Rigol DHO804 fw1.02 hacking - 250MHz bandwidth, 50Mpts, CAN and LIN decoding TheRetroChannel 2024-06-09 | 🛍️ Tindie store: tindie.com/stores/theretrochannel🛠 Tools and kit: patreon.com/posts/tools-and-kit-77570017💬 Discord: discord.gg/393FYaM6gM😎 Ad-free, early access: patreon.com/theretrochannel🔗EEVblog forum: eevblog.com/forum/testgear/hacking-the-rigol-dho800900-scopeMinimal ADB and fastboot: androidfilehost.com/?fid=962187416754459552rigol_vendor_bin: github.com/zelea2/rigol_vendor_binAdding WiFi: youtu.be/ECc2BdJzZfs🔗Thanks for watching!
NEAT 2364 - re-programmable 24pin ROM replacement TheRetroChannel 2024-05-27 | 🛍️ Tindie store: tindie.com/stores/theretrochannel🛠 Tools and kit: patreon.com/posts/tools-and-kit-77570017💬 Discord: discord.gg/393FYaM6gM😎 Ad-free, early access: patreon.com/theretrochannelThanks for watching!
Technics SL-PG100 hardware hacks: Adding digital audio output and remote control TheRetroChannel 2024-05-18 | 🛍️ Tindie store: tindie.com/stores/theretrochannel🛠 Tools and kit: patreon.com/posts/tools-and-kit-77570017💬 Discord: discord.gg/393FYaM6gM😎 Ad-free, early access: patreon.com/theretrochannel🔗Optical connector TOTX174: aliexpress.com/item/1005006114116444.htmlService maunals and specs:SL-PG100: hifiengine.com/manual_library/technics/sl-pg100.shtmlSL-PG200: hifiengine.com/manual_library/technics/sl-pg200a.shtmlSL-PG300: hifiengine.com/manual_library/technics/sl-pg300.shtmlSL-PG400: hifiengine.com/manual_library/technics/sl-pg400a.shtmlSL-PG520: hifiengine.com/manual_library/technics/sl-pg520a.shtml🔗🎞 0:00 Intro2:55 Adding components for optical out6:19 Testing the optical out7:08 Rear panel holes8:41 Remote receiver?11:22 Remote connections13:36 Remote testing14:56 Finishing up17:33 Digital vs analog comparison and notes🎞 Thanks for watching!
The hardest (yet most satisfying) C64 repair Ive ever done TheRetroChannel 2024-05-10 | New PCBWay users can get $5.00 off their first order using this referral link: pcbway.com/g/ab52aW🛍️ Tindie store: tindie.com/stores/theretrochannel🛠 Tools and kit: patreon.com/posts/tools-and-kit-77570017💬 Discord: discord.gg/393FYaM6gM😎 Ad-free, early access: patreon.com/theretrochannel🔗bwack's 250407 replica: github.com/bwack/C64-250407-Replica-KiCadC64 NORAMCHECK diagnostic: rasterirq.com/2022/04/c64-diagnostic-586220-without-ram-checkKinzi Dead Test and Check64: https://www.forum64.de/index.php?thread/94841-dead-test-rev-781220-update-002-bis-006/&postID=1890851#post1890851C64 Keyboard test: https://csdb.dk/release/?id=98411SID test: hackjunk.com/2017/11/07/commodore-64-sid-tester🔗🎞 0:00 Intro1:07 On the inside5:10 First power on6:35 Finding faults without removing anything12:53 Checking socketed chips15:20 Isolating suspect chips24:01 Back to one flash?26:29 How to chase your tail30:23 Color RAM bad?32:49 Not color RAM?36:13 Not done yet41:01 Port and keyboard tests42:55 SID full test45:21 SID results🎞 Thanks for watching!
How to improve the video output from retro systems - simple fixes for common issues TheRetroChannel 2024-04-26 | New PCBWay users can get $5.00 off their first order using this referral link: pcbway.com/g/ab52aW🛍️ Tindie store: tindie.com/stores/theretrochannel🛠 Tools and kit: patreon.com/posts/tools-and-kit-77570017💬 Discord: discord.gg/393FYaM6gM😎 Ad-free, early access: patreon.com/theretrochannel🔗Master system service manual and schematics: smspower.org/Development/SegaMasterSystemServiceManualMore info on video voltage levels: analog.com/en/resources/technical-articles/understanding-analog-video-signals.htmlMore info on AC coupling and clamps: analog.com/en/resources/technical-articles/get-a-grip-on-clamps-bias-and-accoupled-video-signals.html🔗🎞 0:00 Intro2:52 Sync7:59 What's in a cable10:19 What's in a console13:43 Building a simple buffer16:49 Setting the correct voltage18:43 Inserting you own components20:15 C-sync restored!21:34 RGB voltages24:27 Setting correct voltages (again)27:01 RGB droop (AC coupling)30:14 What causes jailbars34:33 Jailbar source39:21 RGB final results41:28 RGB blanking and function switching42:23 Composite voltages46:35 Composite DC offset47:36 Sync voltage vs overall voltage50:26 Composite final results51:03 Adding s-video53:17 Getting chroma ready54:49 Getting luma ready56:09 S-video final results57:43 What we've (hopefully) learned🎞 Thanks for watching!
Commodore VIC-20 drop-in replacement ROMs plus C64/VIC-20 dual character ROM TheRetroChannel 2024-04-21 | 🛍️ Tindie store: tindie.com/stores/theretrochannel🛠 Tools and kit: patreon.com/posts/tools-and-kit-77570017💬 Discord: discord.gg/393FYaM6gM😎 Ad-free, early access: patreon.com/theretrochannelThanks for watching!
Technics SL-PG100 1991 CD player not reading discs repair and restoration TheRetroChannel 2024-04-07 | 🛍️ Tindie store: tindie.com/stores/theretrochannel🛠 Tools and kit: patreon.com/posts/tools-and-kit-77570017💬 Discord: discord.gg/393FYaM6gM😎 Ad-free, early access: patreon.com/theretrochannelService maunals and specs:SL-PG100: hifiengine.com/manual_library/technics/sl-pg100.shtml🎞 0:00 Intro0:55 Disassembly3:11 LOAD"*",8,14:41 Quick check of voltages5:38 Drawer switches9:10 Track 1 switch10:57 Injecting voltage13:22 Get your motor runnin15:52 Testing17:57 Clean and lube19:12 I don't know what else to say🎞 Thanks for watching!
NES frontloader composite upgrade mod, and adding expansion audio TheRetroChannel 2024-03-27 | New PCBWay users can get $5.00 off their first order using this referral link: pcbway.com/g/ab52aWTaking a close look at the composite video signals on the NES frontloader, and doing some super simple mods to improve the video output. All we need is a 75ohm resistor, a 2N2222 transistor, a 1nF capacitor (or there abouts) and a bit of wire. We'll also do the Famicom expansion audio mod while we're at it.🛍️ Tindie store: tindie.com/stores/theretrochannel🛠 Tools and kit: patreon.com/posts/tools-and-kit-77570017💬 Discord: discord.gg/393FYaM6gM😎 Ad-free, early access: patreon.com/theretrochannel🔗Composite mod schematic: discord.com/channels/1193146815093161984/1225024790667198494/1225220511873896488NES 240p test suite: github.com/pinobatch/240p-test-miniOpenTendo: github.com/Redherring32/OpenTendo/tree/master🔗🎞 0:00 Intro1:17 Disassembly (and hidden surprises)5:04 Scoping it out9:05 Composite mod part 116:18 Testing our mods so far17:39 Composite mod part 220:20 Final results20:55 Dual mono mod22:34 Why no stereo mod?24:10 Expansion audio mod26:37 Expansion audio test (on PAL)28:43 Future plans🎞 Thanks for watching!
PlayStation hardmods - PSone PM-41 ONEchip installation, and some other maintenance TheRetroChannel 2024-03-16 | 🛍️ Tindie store: tindie.com/stores/theretrochannel🛠 Tools and kit I use: patreon.com/posts/tools-and-kit-77570017💬 Discord: discord.gg/393FYaM6gM😎 Ad-free, early access: patreon.com/theretrochannel🔗 oneCHIP wiring diagram and hex files: discord.com/channels/1193146815093161984/1225035757983633518/1225222651916582963PTFE wire: aliexpress.com/item/1005004906382694.html🎞 0:00 Intro0:38 Parts required3:39 Disassembly5:21 Recappin12:17 Modchip programming13:23 Modchip installation17:55 Reassembly19:09 Where I F'ed up21:19 The other slim🎞 Thanks for watching!
Checking out a big container of Commodore 64 stuff - part 2 TheRetroChannel 2024-03-10 | 🛍️ Tindie store: tindie.com/stores/theretrochannel🛠 Tools and kit: patreon.com/posts/tools-and-kit-77570017💬 Discord: discord.gg/393FYaM6gM😎 Ad-free, early access: patreon.com/theretrochannel🔗C64 NoRAMCheck diagnostic: github.com/nharrer/c64_diagnostic_586220plus_noramcheckCIA pinout: en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:6526_CIA_Pinout.svgKeyboard tester: https://csdb.dk/release/?id=98411SID tester: hackjunk.com/tag/c64-sid-testKeyboard matrix: keymmodore.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Teclado-C-64.pngKeypad Fix by Anders: amazon.com/Keypad-Restore-Conductivity-Carbon-Copper/dp/B0026PRMVM🔗🎞 0:00 Intro0:36 C64C no.13:09 CIA timers4:51 Delving deeper into CIA fault9:29 Keyboard issues15:00 Carbon contact repair19:43 Keyboard testing20:26 SID testing22:30 C64C no.2🎞 Thanks for watching!
Checking out a big container of Commodore 64 stuff TheRetroChannel 2024-03-04 | New PCBWay users can get $5.00 off their first order using this referral link: pcbway.com/g/ab52aW🛍️ Tindie store: tindie.com/stores/theretrochannel🛠 Tools and kit: patreon.com/posts/tools-and-kit-77570017💬 Discord: discord.gg/393FYaM6gM😎 Ad-free, early access: patreon.com/theretrochannel🔗Noel's Retro Lab: http://www.youtube.com/@NoelsRetroLabNoel's Spare Parts (2nd channel): http://www.youtube.com/@NoelsSparePartsbwack: youtube.com/@bwackArctic Retro: http://www.youtube.com/@ArcticretroC64C-250469-KiCAD-Replica: github.com/bwack/C64C-250469-KiCAD-Replica🔗🎞 0:00 Intro0:58 Shortboard 5V rail6:27 Old PSU load test10:08 New PSU load test10:56 Shortboard testing16:51 Electroware PSU🎞 Thanks for watching!
Commodore 64 4 Kernal Switcher part 2 - Installation and Kernal differences TheRetroChannel 2024-02-26 | Install and using the 4 Kernal Switcher🛍️ Tindie store: tindie.com/stores/theretrochannel🛠 Tools and kit: patreon.com/posts/tools-and-kit-77570017💬 Discord: discord.gg/393FYaM6gM😎 Ad-free, early access: patreon.com/theretrochannel🔗JiffyDOS commands: c64-wiki.com/wiki/JiffyDOSJaffyDOS commands: http://blog.worldofjani.com/?p=3544EXOS commands: rr.pokefinder.org/wiki/Exosbwack SKS: github.com/bwack/C64-Switchless-Multi-Kernal-27C256-adaptertebl C64-Kernal-Switcher: github.com/tebl/C64-Kernal-Switcherbwack's YouTube Channel: youtube.com/c/bwack🔗🎞 0:00 Intro0:46 Install4:38 Usage6:12 JiffyDOS8:32 EXOS V310:43 JaffyDOS12:03 Summary🎞 Thanks for watching!
Commodore 64 4 Kernal Switcher part 1 - choosing the best Kernals and putting it all together TheRetroChannel 2024-02-25 | Order the PCBs now from PCBWay: PAL: pcbway.com/project/shareproject/Commdore_64_Longboard_4_Kernal_Switchless_ROM_PAL_version_bd61956a.htmlNTSC: pcbway.com/project/shareproject/Commdore_64_Longboard_4_Kernal_Switchless_ROM_NTSC_version_9adf7ceb.htmlOr you can buy prebuilt, ready to go versions from my Tindie store: tindie.com/products/33726🛍️ Tindie store: tindie.com/stores/theretrochannel🛠 Tools and kit: patreon.com/posts/tools-and-kit-77570017💬 Discord: discord.gg/393FYaM6gM😎 Ad-free, early access: patreon.com/theretrochannel🔗C64 ROMs: https://myoldcomputer.nl/technical-info/commodore-8-bit-roms/computer-roms/JaffyDOS: http://blog.worldofjani.com/?p=3544JiffyDOS: store.go4retro.com/jiffydos-64-kernal-rom-overlay-imageComparison of fast loaders: c64-wiki.com/wiki/Comparison_of_fast_loadersbwack SKS: github.com/bwack/C64-Switchless-Multi-Kernal-27C256-adaptertebl C64-Kernal-Switcher: github.com/tebl/C64-Kernal-Switcherbwack's YouTube Channel: youtube.com/c/bwack🔗🎞 0:00 Intro1:06 Cartridge fastloaders2:25 Kernal ROM options5:00 My Kernal selections7:04 Building JaffyDOS9:50 EXOS NTSC patch11:05 Compling the ROM image11:58 PIC code and sources13:12 EEPROM and PIC programming15:27 Putting it all together19:58 Coming up next time🎞 Thanks for watching!
Commodore C386SX-LT laptop screen/power supply repair and some hard disk fingering TheRetroChannel 2024-02-11 | Poking around at a "Commodore" 386SX-16 laptop.🛍️ Tindie store: tindie.com/stores/theretrochannel🛠 Tools and kit: patreon.com/posts/tools-and-kit-77570017💬 Discord: discord.gg/393FYaM6gM😎 Ad-free, early access: patreon.com/theretrochannel🎞 0:00 Intro2:40 On the outside6:26 Disassembly9:07 On the inside13:24 Power supply repair20:35 Fixed?22:40 Inside the HDD24:25 More bad caps?27:20 Screen disassembly30:11 We've only just begun🎞 Thanks for watching!
New Commodore 64 and 1541 drop in replacement ROMs TheRetroChannel 2024-02-04 | A quick look at something else I've been working on for the C64 - modern ROM replacements!🛍️ Tindie store: tindie.com/stores/theretrochannel🛠 Tools and kit: patreon.com/posts/tools-and-kit-77570017💬 Discord: discord.gg/393FYaM6gM😎 Ad-free, early access: patreon.com/theretrochannel🔗 SlimPLA: youtu.be/cYrtfU3-9h0Thanks for watching!
Commodore 64/128 RF replacement V2 - best video output, Kawari HDMI and LumaCode support TheRetroChannel 2024-01-25 | Order the PCBs now from PCBWay: Longboard: pcbway.com/project/shareproject/Commodore_64_Longboard_RF_Modulator_Replacement_V2_9f89285d.htmlShortboard and 128D and flat: pcbway.com/project/shareproject/Commodore_128_and_C64_Shortboard_RF_Modulator_Replacement_V2_c93a9d28.html128DCR: pcbway.com/project/shareproject/Commodore_128DCR_metal_case_only_RF_Modulator_Replacement_V2_75604b06.html🛍️ Tindie store: tindie.com/stores/theretrochannel🛠 Tools and kit: patreon.com/posts/tools-and-kit-77570017💬 Discord: discord.gg/393FYaM6gM😎 Ad-free, early access: patreon.com/theretrochannel🔗Gerbers and BoM: Shortboard and 128: github.com/TheRetroChannel/Commodore-64-Shortboard-and-C128-RF-Replacement-V2Longboard: github.com/TheRetroChannel/Commdore-64-RF-replacement-Longboard-V2🔗🎞 0:00 Intro1:12 Build8:54 Installation12:16 Features and setup18:09 Comparison shots19:55 LumaCode20:48 HDMI build24:23 HDMI Kawari and dual SIDs 27:21 C12828:54 Thank you!🎞 Thanks for watching!
BennVenn GameGear HD IPS screen V2 install and review TheRetroChannel 2024-01-21 | Testing out the latest offering from BennVenn - the Game Gear HD IPS replacement screen.🛍️ Tindie store: tindie.com/stores/theretrochannel🛠 Tools and kit: patreon.com/posts/tools-and-kit-77570017💬 Discord: discord.gg/393FYaM6gM😎 Ad-free, early access: patreon.com/theretrochannel🔗bennvenn.myshopify.com/products/gamegear-hd-ips-kit-pre-orderSMS/GG test suite: github.com/sverx/SMSTestSuite🔗🎞 0:00 Intro1:16 In the kit2:49 Removing the old junk8:39 New screen mounting10:26 Flat flex rear15:59 Flat flex front21:21 Start button23:01 First test24:16 Another GG25:05 OSD touch sensor26:44 HDMI install29:23 OG IPS vs HD IPS30:17 Power consumption30:49 OSD33:41 Scaling36:11 HDMI38:27 Final thoughts🎞 Thanks for watching!
Dell E5550 not charging (AC adaptor unknown) repair TheRetroChannel 2024-01-14 | Something a little different - our laptop stopped charging, and this isn't the first time this has happened. But unlike last time the fault lies elsewhere...🛍️ Tindie store: tindie.com/stores/theretrochannel🛠 Tools and kit: patreon.com/posts/tools-and-kit-77570017💬 Discord: discord.gg/393FYaM6gM😎 Ad-free, early access: patreon.com/theretrochannel🔗Previous video (cable repair): youtu.be/uqj--HqpKJ8?si=TQ3d7V3vTsIvpz_cCharger ID EEPROM datasheet: ti.com/lit/gpn/bq2022aAmazing AZC199-02S datasheet: amazingic.com/common/frontend/download?path=/uploads/images/products/PDF/AZC/AZC199-02S.pdfSchematic: badcaps.net/forum/troubleshooting-hardware-devices-and-electronics-theory/troubleshooting-laptops-tablets-and-mobile-devices/schematic-requests-only/61588-need-dell-e5550-la-a911p-schematicPart: aliexpress.com/item/1005005268956395.html🔗🎞 0:00 Intro1:41 Charger port testing3:42 Testing mainbaord connection4:59 Full disassembly8:33 Winner winner11:15 Part identification13:04 "Fixed"🎞 Thanks for watching!
Fixing some C64s - Live! Part 4 TheRetroChannel 2023-12-28 | 3 down, 3 to go Join the TRC discord: discord.com/invite/393FYaM6gM
Compaq Presario 5522 Part 2 - Hacking Compaq QuickRestore #doscember TheRetroChannel 2023-12-17 | Taking this computer back to its stock configuration tuned out to be much harder than I anticipated - but was it worth it?🛍️ Tindie store: tindie.com/stores/theretrochannel🛠 Tools and kit: patreon.com/posts/tools-and-kit-77570017💬 Discord: discord.gg/393FYaM6gM😎 Ad-free, early access: patreon.com/theretrochannel🔗Part 1: youtu.be/j8tD0niHm7EPresario 5526 specs (seems to be the same as the 5522): archive.org/details/micom-basic-december-1995-12-600dpi-ozidual/Micom%20BASIC%201995%2012/page/n41Presario CDS 524 specs: archive.org/details/computer-games-br-15/page/20Compaq Presario Quick Restore ISO: archive.org/details/compaq-5500-9500-quick-restore🔗🎞 0:00 Intro2:21 Compaq QuickRestore serial checks5:47 Poking around the discs7:29 SKUs, models and families8:58 DIY Keygen14:05 Get yer 90s on16:02 How to use a mouse17:25 Register NOW!18:35 AmericaOffline19:47 Presario Galler-23:15 Win95 setup keys25:46 Win95 startup disks27:57 Presario Gallery and Tabworks30:33 What else ya got?32:05 The hardest key to crack32:36 LodeRunner36:45 DOS and BIOS39:40 You asked for this42:52 Almost forgot 🤡🎞 Thanks for watching!
Compaq Presario 5522 inspection and repairs #doscember TheRetroChannel 2023-12-10 | New PCBWay users can get $5.00 off their first order using this referral link: pcbway.com/g/ab52aWThey're also running their XMAS BIG SALE where you can save up to 50% and score some free coupons: pcbway.com/activity/christmas2023.htmlPoking around at a Compaq Presario 5522 that was previously owned by Mr Lurch, but I just had to have it. Unfortunately it has a couple of issues and one of those may have been there from the start...🛍️ Tindie store: tindie.com/stores/theretrochannel🛠 Tools and kit: patreon.com/posts/tools-and-kit-77570017💬 Discord: discord.gg/393FYaM6gM😎 Ad-free, early access: patreon.com/theretrochannel🔗Mr Lurch's Things video: youtube.com/watch?v=bx__XH6QeAkPresario 5526 specs (seems to be the same as the 5522): archive.org/details/micom-basic-december-1995-12-600dpi-ozidual/Micom%20BASIC%201995%2012/page/n41Presario CDS 524 specs: archive.org/details/computer-games-br-15/page/20🔗🎞 0:00 Intro2:19 Issues4:47 In the rear7:33 Battery replacement10:25 ESS AudioDrive13:13 Crapacitors18:34 Fixed?19:26 In the front23:54 In the bottom25:11 More caps and traces28:41 Not fixed33:32 They f**ked up🎞 Thanks for watching!
Fixing some C64s - Live! Part 3 TheRetroChannel 2023-12-03 | Join the TRC discord: discord.com/invite/393FYaM6gM
DMG GameBoy restoration and screen upgrade - Funnyplaying IPS Retro Pixel Kit TheRetroChannel 2023-12-03 | Time to upgrade the old DMG Gameboy, and give it a good clean while we're at it.🛍️ Tindie store: tindie.com/stores/theretrochannel🛠 Tools and kit: patreon.com/posts/tools-and-kit-77570017💬 Discord: discord.gg/393FYaM6gM😎 Ad-free, early access: patreon.com/theretrochannel🔗 Product link: aliexpress.com/item/4001165758548.html🎞 0:00 Intro0:37 Does it still work?1:42 What's in the kit3:18 Disassembly7:15 Cartridge and slot cleaning9:10 Testing and current draw comparison10:00 Front shell prep12:50 Lens and screen install14:29 Speaker comparison17:00 Brightness and colour control18:49 Final thoughts🎞 Thanks for watching!
Fixing some C64s - Live! Part 2 TheRetroChannel 2023-11-28 | Join the TRC discord: discord.com/invite/393FYaM6gM
Hacking the Rigol DHO804 fw 1.01 - 100Mhz bandwidth, 50Mpts memory depth TheRetroChannel 2023-11-27 | A fairly simple way to unlock 100MHz and 50Mpts on the Rigol DHO804 - thanks to the good folk at EEVBlog forum🛍️ Tindie store: tindie.com/stores/theretrochannel🛠 Tools and kit: patreon.com/posts/tools-and-kit-77570017💬 Discord: discord.gg/393FYaM6gM😎 Ad-free, early access: patreon.com/theretrochannel🔗EEVblog post from Serg65536: eevblog.com/forum/testgear/hacking-the-rigol-dho800900-scope/msg5148330/#msg5148330Rigol firmware: rigolna.com/products/rigol-digital-oscilloscopes/dho800GoLang download: https://go.dev/dl/🔗Thanks for watching!
Adding WiFi to the Rigol DHO800 series for $10 bucks... and DOOM! TheRetroChannel 2023-11-27 | A super cheap and easy way to upgrade the Rigol DHO series with WiFi, allowing network access without the need for an ethernet cable.🛍️ Tindie store: tindie.com/stores/theretrochannel🛠 Tools and kit: patreon.com/posts/tools-and-kit-77570017💬 Discord: discord.gg/393FYaM6gM😎 Ad-free, early access: patreon.com/theretrochannel🔗EEVblog post from Fungus: eevblog.com/forum/testgear/hacking-the-rigol-dho800900-scope/msg5175711/#msg5175711Minimal ADB and fastboot tools: androidmtk.com/download-minimal-adb-and-fastboot-toolTP Link TL-WN725N Amazon: amazon.com/wifi-adapter-usb-pc-network/dp/B008IFXQFU?th=1TP Link TL-WN725N ebay AU: https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/266494090570🔗Thanks for watching!
Rigol DHO Oscilloscope - but can it run DOOM? TheRetroChannel 2023-11-18 | Join the TRC discord: discord.com/invite/393FYaM6gM
Sony PS1 X-station install - late model PU-8 board aka. The Audiophile Playstation TheRetroChannel 2023-11-12 | 🛍️ Tindie store: tindie.com/stores/theretrochannel🛠 Tools and kit: patreon.com/posts/tools-and-kit-77570017💬 Discord: discord.gg/393FYaM6gM😎 Ad-free, early access: patreon.com/theretrochannel🔗X-station GitHub: github.com/x-station/xstation-releasesSD card formatter: sdcard.org/downloads/formatterX-station purchasing (not affiliated): stoneagegamer.com/xstation-playstation-ode.htmlX-station card mount (not affiliated): laserbear.net/products/ps1-xstation-sd-card-mount?variant=41471900909780X-station 3d printable 100x series cover: thingiverse.com/thing:6102553PS1 240p Test Suite: github.com/filipalac/240pTestSuite-PS1🔗🎞 0:00 Intro1:13 Disassembly2:10 Compatibility and caps4:30 What's included and install guide5:31 Step 1: Lifting legs8:21 Step 2: Removing components10:16 Step 3: QSB install15:04 Step 4: IO16 wire17:07 Step 5: Ribbon cable and mounting20:14 Step 6: SD card prep22:11 First test24:10 Closing it up🎞 Thanks for watching!
Jailbar free Commodore 128 - LumaCode VICIIdizer128 TheRetroChannel 2023-11-05 | New PCBWay users can get $5.00 off their first order using this referral link: pcbway.com/g/ab52aWA new way to get perfect, jailbar free HDMI video from your Commodore 128. No soldering or case modifications required!🛍️ Tindie store: tindie.com/stores/theretrochannel🛠 Tools and kit: patreon.com/posts/tools-and-kit-77570017💬 Discord: discord.gg/393FYaM6gM😎 Ad-free, early access: patreon.com/theretrochannel🔗LumaCode GitHub: github.com/c0pperdragon/LumaCodeRGBtoHDMI GitHub: github.com/hoglet67/RGBtoHDMIRGBtoHDMI beta releases: github.com/IanSB/RGBtoHDMI/releasesC0pperdragon Tindie store: tindie.com/stores/c0pperdragonHDMI audio embedder (affiliate link): https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_mNvxHtw🔗🎞 0:00 Intro0:43 C128 install4:34 Raspberry Pi prep6:03 Power on!7:38 2MHz issue9:28 Still to come...🎞 Thanks for watching!
New Atari solderless HDMI mod - LumaCode GTIA-digitizer TheRetroChannel 2023-11-01 | A new way to get perfect HDMI video from your Atari 8-bit computer. No soldering or case modifications required**except for maybe the XE🛍️ Tindie store: tindie.com/stores/theretrochannel🛠 Tools and kit: patreon.com/posts/tools-and-kit-77570017💬 Discord: discord.gg/393FYaM6gM😎 Ad-free, early access: patreon.com/theretrochannel🔗LumaCode GitHub: github.com/c0pperdragon/LumaCodeRGBtoHDMI GitHub: github.com/hoglet67/RGBtoHDMIRGBtoHDMI beta releases: github.com/IanSB/RGBtoHDMI/releasesC0pperdragon Tindie store: tindie.com/stores/c0pperdragonHDMI audio embedder (affiliate link): https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_mNvxHtw🔗🎞 0:00 Intro1:30 Atari XE install4:27 Rpi SD card setup5:04 Power on!6:01 Audio?7:37 Noise issue10:15 ACP RGB12:13 Audio embedder issue12:50 Noise fix16:05 Overscan16:52 Coming up...🎞 Thanks for watching!
New C64 solderless HDMI mod - LumaCode VIC-II-dizer TheRetroChannel 2023-10-29 | New PCBWay users can get $5.00 off their first order using this referral link: pcbway.com/g/ab52aWA new way to get perfect HDMI video from your Commodore 64. No soldering or case modifications required!🛍️ Tindie store: tindie.com/stores/theretrochannel🛠 Tools and kit: patreon.com/posts/tools-and-kit-77570017💬 Discord: discord.gg/393FYaM6gM😎 Ad-free, early access: patreon.com/theretrochannel🔗LumaCode GitHub: github.com/c0pperdragon/LumaCodeRGBtoHDMI GitHub: github.com/hoglet67/RGBtoHDMIRGBtoHDMI beta releases: github.com/IanSB/RGBtoHDMI/releasesC0pperdragon Tindie store: tindie.com/stores/c0pperdragonHDMI audio embedder (affiliate link): https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_mNvxHtw🔗🎞 0:00 Intro2:28 C64 install6:53 Rpi SD card setup8:31 Power on!9:03 Audio?12:05 Potential issues15:54 Coming up...🎞 Thanks for watching!
Fixing some C64s - Live! TheRetroChannel 2023-10-16 | Join the TRC discord: discord.com/invite/393FYaM6gM
Xbox 360 restoration - HDMI port replacement, disc drive repair and more TheRetroChannel 2023-10-01 | Fixing up a very busted and bruised Xbox 360.🛍️ Tindie store: tindie.com/stores/theretrochannel🛠 Tools and kit: patreon.com/posts/tools-and-kit-77570017💬 Discord: discord.gg/393FYaM6gM😎 Ad-free, early access: patreon.com/theretrochannelTOOLS (affiliate links)XBOX 360 opening tool: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DByYPxbXBOX 360 X-Clamp tool: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DC2xpY9🎞 0:00 Intro0:39 Issues2:25 Disassembly8:57 HDMI port removal12:40 HDMI port replacement17:06 Drive repairs26:07 Thermal paste29:57 Reassembly32:50 Final results🎞 Thanks for watching!
