A Mac under every Telly: The Apple Pippin #MARCHintoshRe:Enthused2021-03-06 | We take another look at the Apple Pippin, this time we concentrate on its credentials as an Apple Mac to fit in with #Marchintosh
Chapters ======== 00:00 Intro 01:22 Powering it up 02:09 Loading the Emulator 03:00 Making it autostart 04:08 Making it look the part 05:17 OutroHow much is that Doggie without windows? #retrocomputingRe:Enthused2024-09-28 | Generally I tend to look at fairly old obscure computers and consoles, but sometimes I like to embrace my @LGR side and look at some, relatively, more recent odd stuff.
We recently got an odd Dog themed PC from Japan, can we get it to boot up?
Chapters ======= 00:00 Intro 00:16 Looking at the full computer 02:50 Removing the case 03:58 Looking inside 04:55 Breaking the machine down 06:32 Cables removed 08:34 Removing the cards 14:36 Testing the PSU 17:20 Trying the motherboard 28:36 Trying the motherboard again, this time with relevant tools 32:52 First boot? 34:04 BIOS 39:50 To DOS 44:29 Trying games 48:00 Trying and failing to get the sound card working 50:40 Outro and better capturesThe mystery of Oric: Cumana Reborn & ErebusRe:Enthused2024-09-21 | #retrocomputing We've already looked at the Oric computers and the Erebus tape loading device, but now we've got a Cumana Reborn so it's time to revisit them.
Chapters ======= 00:00 Intro 00:16 Talking about the Oric Atmos 00:29 Showing the devices 03:29 Loading on the Cumana Reborn 04:20 Blake's 7 on the Oric 07:05 Another game on the Oric 07:41 Loading from the Erebus 10:11 OutroMore Blake’s 7 on the Oric #RetroComputing #RetroGamingRe:Enthused2024-09-10 | ...Playing Blake’s 7 on the Oric Atmos #RetroComputingRe:Enthused2024-09-09 | ...I don’t know about you, but this is the sound I like to hear when I buy a new PSU #RetroComputingRe:Enthused2024-09-09 | ...A history of Amstrads 8-bit CPC computersRe:Enthused2024-08-26 | #RetroComputing
I've merged my previous Amstrad history videos into 1, this reduces the number of ads you might see (I only have before and after ads, not middle).
This looks at the Amstrad CPC line, starting with the 464, 6128 and onto the Plus and GX4000 models.
Chapters ======= 00:00:00 Intro 00:00:09 464 00:22:34 464 Games 00:27:04 664/6128 00:38:10 664/6128 Software 00:42:09 464/6128 Plus 00:48:01 464/6128 Plus Software 00:51:31 GX4000 01:03:03 GX4000 GamesEpochs second revolution: The Game Pocket ComputerRe:Enthused2024-08-10 | Epoch revolutionised the Japanese console market with the Cassette Vision but was beaten out by Nintendo with the Famicom. But they tried again, this time with a portable game system released 5 years before the Gameboy.
Chapters ======== 00:00 Intro 00:16 Looking at the computer 04:20 Trying it out 11:02 OutroThe Amstrad 464 & 6128 Plus: The End of an Era!Re:Enthused2024-07-27 | #retrocomputing Amstrad 464 and 6128 Plus
Now we've hit the 1990s. Well, again. We just saw the GX4000, Amstrad's attempt to enter the console market, but they hadn't given up on the home computer market.
The 1990s were an interesting time, the Amiga and ST were very much established, the IBM compatible PCs were becoming cheap enough to enter more homes, partly helped by Amstrads own compatible machines, and consoles were finally starting to break into the european market.
Chapters ======== 00:00 Intro 00:18 About the hardware 01:15 Looking at the hardware 06:00 Looking at software 08:47 OutroA new Sinclair Spectrum auction haul featuring a couple of oddities #RetroComputingRe:Enthused2024-07-24 | ...Some interesting #F1 mini #LaserDiscs Single Video DiscsRe:Enthused2024-07-05 | ...5 years before the Gameboy The very rare Epoch Game Pocket Computer #RetroGamingRe:Enthused2024-07-04 | ...The bleakness of a badly organised life #RetroGaming #RetroComputingRe:Enthused2024-07-01 | ...Upgrading a 464plus to a 6128plusRe:Enthused2024-06-30 | Redux of the original upgrade videos, optimised for easier viewing
We're upgrading an Amstrad 464plus to a 6128plus, mainly because the disk drive models retail for higher.
We're following the instructions from here: https://www.cpcwiki.eu/index.php/464Plus_Conversion
Chapters ======= 00:00 Intro 00:44 Upgrading the memory 11:28 Adding the disk drive components 18:50 Testing the drive components 20:05 Adding a drive 22:51 Testing the gotek 26:03 Testing the memory upgrade 28:24 Summary and OutroThe Rise and Fall of the MSX: Japans Open Standard RevolutionRe:Enthused2024-06-23 | Delve into the fascinating history of the MSX computer standard in this in-depth documentary. Explore the origins of this iconic system, its impact on retro gaming, and the pioneering work of ASCII Corporation and computing legends like Bill Gates and Kaz Nishi. From classic MSX games like Metal Gear to the nostalgia of retro gaming setups, this video uncovers the essential role of MSX in the 8-bit era. Join us on a journey through the evolution of retro hardware and the contributions of computing pioneers that shaped the MSX era. Whether you're a retro collector or simply curious about classic computing, this exploration of MSX is a must-watch for tech enthusiasts and retro gaming fans alike.
Chapters ======== 00:00 Intro 00:05 MSX1 08:40 MSX1 Hardware 13:15 MSX1 Games 21:30 MSX2 24:11 MSX2 Hardware 27:25 MSX2 Games 31:39 TurboR 36:07 TurboR Games 43:20 MSX2+Finding cheaper carts for GameBoy development #RetroGaming #IndieDev #GameDevRe:Enthused2024-06-22 | ...Jurl’s new family photo (Atari 2600 and PC not present) #RetroGaming #IndieDev #GameDevRe:Enthused2024-06-13 | ...Revolutionise your Exelvision EXL-100 with a brand new keyboard!Re:Enthused2024-05-18 | RetroComputing EXL 100
We've done a lot of videos on the Exelvision EXL 100, it's one of our favourite machines, but we've still got room for more. So here's a new keyboard we built to replace the existing IR one.
Chapters ======== 00:00 Intro 00:05 Pre-amble 00:32 About the project 01:02 Showing off the keyboard 01:49 Typing on the keyboard 02:05 Keycaps 03:30 OutroTesting the EXL 100 keyboard by typing in some code #RetroComputingRe:Enthused2024-05-06 | ...Refurbishing a Casio PV-2000 #RetroComputingRe:Enthused2024-04-28 | ...Testing boxes of Amiga BackupsRe:Enthused2024-04-28 | Powered by Restream restream.io
In a recent auction win we received a whole lot of pirated Amiga software, let's see what boots on our Amiga A500 using the External Floppy Drive that was also in the lotPC Engine PSA #RetroGamingRe:Enthused2024-04-14 | ...Testing boxes of Amiga BackupsRe:Enthused2024-04-03 | Powered by Restream restream.io
In a recent auction win we received a whole lot of pirated Amiga software, let's see what boots on our Amiga A500 using the External Floppy Drive that was also in the lotTesting boxes of Amiga BackupsRe:Enthused2024-04-02 | Powered by Restream restream.io
In a recent auction win we received a whole lot of pirated Amiga software, let's see what boots on our Amiga A500 using the External Floppy Drive that was also in the lotTesting boxes of Amiga BackupsRe:Enthused2024-04-01 | Powered by Restream restream.io
In a recent auction win we received a whole lot of pirated Amiga software, let's see what boots on our Amiga A500 using the External Floppy Drive that was also in the lotFollow-up on the Famiclone in a keyboard #Nintendo #feedback #RetrogamingRe:Enthused2024-03-31 | ...Unveiling the F09 Famiclone in a Keyboard #Nintendo Famiclone SecretsRe:Enthused2024-03-30 | Famiclone Nintendo
We've looked at Famiclone's before, and we've looked at the 'official' Nintendo Famicom keyboard as part of the Family Basic package but we've never looked at a Famiclone with a keyboard - until now.
Chapters ======= 00:00 Intro 00:14 Unboxing 01:33 Looking at the Famiclone 04:03 Trying some software 09:53 Opening it up 13:09 SummaryTesting boxes of Amiga BackupsRe:Enthused2024-03-30 | Powered by Restream restream.io
In a recent auction win we received a whole lot of pirated Amiga software, let's see what boots on our Amiga A500 using the External Floppy Drive that was also in the lotTesting boxes of Amiga BackupsRe:Enthused2024-03-27 | Powered by Restream restream.io
In a recent auction win we received a whole lot of pirated Amiga software, let's see what boots on our Amiga A500 using the External Floppy Drive that was also in the lotTesting boxes of Amiga BackupsRe:Enthused2024-03-26 | Powered by Restream restream.io
In a recent auction win we received a whole lot of pirated Amiga software, let's see what boots on our Amiga A500 using the External Floppy Drive that was also in the lotTesting boxes of Amiga BackupsRe:Enthused2024-03-24 | Powered by Restream restream.io
In a recent auction win we received a whole lot of pirated Amiga software, let's see what boots on our Amiga A500 using the External Floppy Drive that was also in the lotA weird Famiclone called the Postdoctoral F09, not quite #Nintendo build quality #retrogamingRe:Enthused2024-03-19 | ...The Best Portable TV!? | Leadstar D5!Re:Enthused2024-03-09 | LIVE TV LEADSTAR D5
We took a look at the Sansui F51 a couple of videos back, one of the questions we got asked when we first showed a picture of it was 'can it show live tv', now we have a device that can.
Chapters ======== 00:00 Intro 00:30 Looking at the machine 03:00 Looking at the accessories 04:00 Turning it on 05:35 Taking it outside to try to get Digital TV 05:53 Connecting a Sinclair Spectrum to it 06:53 Looking at the other features 10:50 SummaryI think the SCSI drive is toast on this #Commodore #Amiga A590 #RetroComputingRe:Enthused2024-02-27 | ...Playing with some Vectrex code #RetroGaming #retrotech #retroRe:Enthused2024-02-24 | ...Lets put GAMES on the NEC PC8801 MC2Re:Enthused2024-02-24 | PC-8801 Floppies
A few months back we made our video on the rather wonderful NEC PC-8801MC and mentioned that we used serial to write floppies. Several of you asked about our method of doing it, so here it is.
What you need: 1 - A PC88 computer with working disk drive 2 - A copy of N88 BASIC, Disk version 3 - A computer capable of running Windows XP era software and a serial port 4 - A loop-back serial cable (twisted pair, null modem). Your PC88 *probably* has a 25 pin port and your more modern PC *probably* has a 9 pin port, so you'll need to be able to support that. Here's the link to the adaptor I used: amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B000DZH4V0/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 5 - PC88 disk images in D88 format 6 - Compatible 5.25" floppy disks (normal HD will work, but can be sketchy, especially if pre-formatted) 7 - The XDISKWIN2 software
Chapters ======= 00:00 Intro 00:36 What you need 04:12 Looking at the software 06:55 Writing a disk 07:36 Running MULE 08:40 SummaryCreating a Raspberry Pi PC Engine clone that can ACTUALLY use HuCards #RetroGamingRe:Enthused2024-02-17 | PC Engine Raspberry Pi Hucard
A few videos ago I showed off the RP Engine, my attempt to make an open-source box to make using a Raspberry Pi CD emulation for the PC Engine easier to contain. But CDs aren't what the PC Engine is known for and using a USB controller didn't feel right either, let's fix those issues.
Chapters ======= 00:00 Intro 00:45 Looking at the RP Engine 01:30 Looking at the RP Engine Plus 03:06 Looking at the HuCard adapter 06:11 Looking at the PC Engine Controller Adapter 07:27 Testing it out 07:42 No HuCard 08:53 Trying Power League 10:17 Trying Battle Lode Runner 10:53 SummaryThe Namco barcode boy for the original #Nintendo Gameboy #RetroGaming DMG-01Re:Enthused2024-02-14 | ...Retail Therapy: Memories of EPOSRe:Enthused2024-02-03 | EPOS OPOS
A slightly different video as I take a look back at the time when I worked in the Retail/Hospitality EPOS solutions market. Including a brief look at how we worked on hardware like receipt printers.
Chapters ======== 00:00 Intro 00:23 Background 02:34 Loading Visual Basic 02:35 Loading the example code 03:05 Introducing OPOS 04:02 Looking at the Hardware 05:44 Looking at the code 09:59 Running the code and printing 10:32 Showing a receipt 10:55 Trying to get the logo to print 11:40 Talking about simulators and alternatives to OPOS 13:00 SummarySoldering some SMD components #RetroComputingRe:Enthused2024-01-30 | Watch my arthritic shaky hands solder an SMD component to a replacement HIC board for my MSX computerA tale of two Einsteins: The Tatung Einstein TC-01 and TCS-256Re:Enthused2024-01-27 | Tatung Einstein There are a lot of popular retro machines around, most of them retain a level of love due to the games that people remember from the past. Here's one from Tatung, the Einstein
Today we’re going to look at a machine that is mostly overlooked, but had a real impact on a lot of the games from our past. Tatung's Einstein TC-01 and TCS-256.
Chapters ======== 00:00 Intro 00:20 About the machines 05:50 Touring the machines 08:31 Inside the machines 11:02 The Software 11:52 Zork 13:29 Scrabble 15:40 DBase II 18:24 Cobol 19:05 Football Manager 20:30 Yie ar kung fu 21:50 Chuckie Egg 23.58 SummaryQuick test of some hardware for a future video #RetroComputingRe:Enthused2024-01-23 | ...Is the £35 Sansui F51 the best Media Player?Re:Enthused2024-01-20 | Sansui F51
This is a little different from what we normally cover, but it's something that I got during the sales period from China and I found it interesting.
This is the Sansui F51, it looks like a portable TV but it's not, it can't show any kind of live TV as standard. Instead this is a combined media player and radio. Model number F51 by Sansui
Chapters ======== 00:00 Theme 00:05 Intro 00:16 About the hardware 04:14 Turning it on 05:12 Exploring the menu 06:46 Playing some media 10:00 Trying the radio 10:40 SummaryAn aftermarket power button for the Sinclair Spectrum and Oric #RetroComputers #retrotechRe:Enthused2024-01-15 | #sinclairzxspectrum #sinclair #spectrum
The early computers days weren't just about the range of computers, there were also some cool accessoriesTaking a look at a region free mod for the #Sega Megadrive 2 #RetroGaming #retrotechRe:Enthused2024-01-08 | The Megadrive was the #Sega hit in the #RetroGaming industry, and one of the most popular consoles of the 16-bit era.The Fall of Epoch Cassette Vision - Gaming HistorianRe:Enthused2024-01-06 | Cassette Vision Epoch Cassette Vision Whilst the Famicom is certainly the best known of the Japanese home-grown consoles, it certainly wasn't the first. Let's take a look at the console that helped inspire Nintendo to enter the market. Enter the Cassette Vision. Cassette was used in-place of Cartridge in Japan and Vision ... well it's vision.
Chapters ======= 00:00 Intro 00:16 The history of the machine 08:12 Playing some games 14:47 SummaryA quick update on the RP Engine #RetroGamingRe:Enthused2024-01-01 | We made the RP Engine project a few months back, making an emulation device that was custom made to handle emerging support for original PC Engine and Megadrive CDs.
Here we show the first update we're making to this project, a change to the base that allows a PC Engine controller to USB adaptor to be put in place.
Original project: youtu.be/-8zkQDHFDY4I managed to break the potentiometer on my Sega Game Gear, so let’s replace it #RetroGamingRe:Enthused2023-12-25 | Whilst replacing a contact pad on my spare #Sega Game Gear I managed to but the contrast potentiometer- easily done if you aren’t careful. I’ve found an alternative that will fit well enough, and more importantly do the job, so let’s replace it