Commodore 64 Rescue Pt 2.1 | Fixing the broken case Mr Lurchs Things 2024-10-19 | Commodore 64 Rescue Pt 2.1 | Fixing the broken case
I bought my first* Playstation 2 in 2023 Mr Lurchs Things 2023-09-11 | It's been 22 years in the mighty PS2 arrived on the scene, so I figured it was time to finally see what all the fuss was about.3D Printed parts:HDD Bracket: thingiverse.com/thing:3641364PS2 Fat stand: thingiverse.com/thing:2453581PS2 Slim stand: thingiverse.com/thing:6198499Software:To copy games across, HDL Batch Installer:github.com/israpps/HDL-Batch-installerTo grab the artwork, OPL Manager:oplmanager.com/siteTo copy artwork (and anything else) across, PFS HDD Manager:github.com/leyed0/PFS_HDD_Manager_VSDiscord: discord.gg/mzNkqJ2MTwitter: twitter.com/Mr_LurchFacebook: facebook.com/MrLurchsThingsInstagram: instagram.com/mr_lurchs_thingsMerch: redbubble.com/people/MrLurch/shop
Nintendo Family Basic Mr Lurchs Things 2023-08-28 | A wonderful Patreon of mine (Nathan) kindly donated this interesting Famicom addition. So lets take a look.Translated Manual (Courtesy of Famicom World and user FamicomBox): famicomworld.com/Personal/uglyjoe/FamilyBasicManual.pdfVideo with translations: youtube.com/watch?v=89_FhHQ5n-gDiscord: discord.gg/mzNkqJ2MTwitter: twitter.com/Mr_LurchFacebook: facebook.com/MrLurchsThingsInstagram: instagram.com/mr_lurchs_thingsMerch: redbubble.com/people/MrLurch/shop
Clamshell G3 iBook Upgrades! Mr Lurchs Things 2023-07-31 | I love the clamshell iBook for *all* the wrong reasons.So lets give this one a little bump with some extra ram and an SSD hard drive!The HDD adaptor thingy: aliexpress.com/item/1005005245951147.htmlOS 9.2.2 download: macintoshgarden.org/apps/mac-os-922-universaliFixIt guide: ifixit.com/Guide/iBook+G3+Clamshell+Hard+Drive+Replacement/116Patreon: patreon.com/mrlurchDiscord: discord.gg/mzNkqJ2MTwitter: twitter.com/Mr_LurchFacebook: facebook.com/MrLurchsThingsInstagram: instagram.com/mr_lurchs_thingsMerch: redbubble.com/people/MrLurch/shop
Sega SC-3000 - RGB Upgrade! Mr Lurchs Things 2023-07-10 | Sega's first foray into the world of computers was the SC-3000, based on their console of the time, the SG-1000.Unsurprisingly for the day, it's limited to either RF or (poor) composite video. But we can do better!The Retro Channel: @TheRetroChannel TMS-RGB: tms-rgb.comMy little bracket/clamp thing: thingiverse.com/thing:6114955Patreon: patreon.com/mrlurchDiscord: discord.gg/mzNkqJ2MTwitter: twitter.com/Mr_LurchFacebook: facebook.com/MrLurchsThingsInstagram: instagram.com/mr_lurchs_thingsMerch: redbubble.com/people/MrLurch/shop
Macintosh IIci - Repairs and upgrades! Mr Lurchs Things 2023-06-26 | Many (MANY) moons ago I started on a IIci and never got past the initial repairs. Now, a few years later - I'm back with a huge apology to the IIci and a collection of upgrades to try and make up for it :)Part 1: youtube.com/watch?v=66rbd5nR294Rear bracket: thingiverse.com/thing:6094761@ThisDoesNotCompute's video where he used the SDCard bracket: youtube.com/watch?v=R8j8oovQMAcBrachus Creations: @BranchusCreations Patreon: patreon.com/mrlurchDiscord: discord.gg/mzNkqJ2MTwitter: twitter.com/Mr_LurchFacebook: facebook.com/MrLurchsThingsInstagram: instagram.com/mr_lurchs_thingsMerch: redbubble.com/people/MrLurch/shop
Making a case for the eMac Mr Lurchs Things 2023-06-06 | The eMac is generally the machine people forget about or don't class as good or worthwhile. But is that the case?With some tasty upgrade I see what this machine can do.HDD Bracket: thingiverse.com/thing:5216982Patreon: patreon.com/mrlurchDiscord: discord.gg/mzNkqJ2MTwitter: twitter.com/Mr_LurchFacebook: facebook.com/MrLurchsThingsInstagram: instagram.com/mr_lurchs_thingsMerch: redbubble.com/people/MrLurch/shop
ZX81 Adventures! Mr Lurchs Things 2023-05-30 | The little ZX81 often gets overshadowed by its bigger brother - the ZX Spectrum, but what is it like on its own?With some tasty mods on hand, lets find out.ZX Renew: zxrenew.co.ukInternal ram Expansion: tindie.com/products/redhawk6682020/zx81-internal-16k-no-wobbly-expansionDown! for the ZX81: revivalstudios.itch.io/zx81-downPatreon: patreon.com/mrlurchDiscord: discord.gg/mzNkqJ2MTwitter: twitter.com/Mr_LurchFacebook: facebook.com/MrLurchsThingsInstagram: instagram.com/mr_lurchs_thingsMerch: redbubble.com/people/MrLurch/shop
Andonstar AD246SM microscope review (aka can I learn to SMD solder?) Mr Lurchs Things 2023-05-15 | SMD soldering is something I avoid. You can blame my 44 year old, well caffeinated hands and eye sight for that.But whilst looking for a microscope to help, Andonstar offered to send me this one! So lets take a look.Linky: andonstarmicroscope.com/collections/246-249-seriesCode: LURCHMusic: Benny Hill Alternative by Orion Williamshttp://toolofgod.com/my-music/royalty-free-benny-hill-theme-style-alternativePatreon: patreon.com/mrlurchDiscord: discord.gg/x7AvgpfjTwitter: twitter.com/Mr_LurchFacebook: facebook.com/MrLurchsThingsInstagram: instagram.com/mr_lurchs_thingsMerch: redbubble.com/people/MrLurch/shop
Canberra Vintage Computer Expo 2023 Mr Lurchs Things 2023-04-30 | On April 22nd some mates and I put on a bit of a show for the Canberra region. Friends from both Sydney and Melbourne even made the trip to show some of their gear.Canberra Vintage Computer Enthusiasts FB page: facebook.com/CanberraVintageComputerPatreon: patreon.com/mrlurchDiscord: discord.gg/x7AvgpfjTwitter: twitter.com/Mr_LurchFacebook: facebook.com/MrLurchsThingsInstagram: instagram.com/mr_lurchs_thingsMerch: redbubble.com/people/MrLurch/shop
Replacement Keyboard for the Microbee Mr Lurchs Things 2023-04-23 | One part of the mighty Microbee that hasnt aged well is the keyboard, but thanks to Ewan at Microbee Technology, we now have a solution.If you're interested in Microbee, check out:The website and forum: http://www.microbeetechnology.com.au/Facebook: facebook.com/MicrobeeTechnologyTwitter: twitter.com/MBeeTechPatreon: patreon.com/mrlurchDiscord: discord.gg/x7AvgpfjTwitter: twitter.com/Mr_LurchFacebook: facebook.com/MrLurchsThingsInstagram: instagram.com/mr_lurchs_thingsMerch: redbubble.com/people/MrLurch/shop
Atari 800 haul (I may be in love) Mr Lurchs Things 2023-04-09 | The original Atari 800 has been on my "want" list for a long, long time and after a lucky FB find - here we are.Patreon: patreon.com/mrlurchDiscord: discord.gg/x7AvgpfjTwitter: twitter.com/Mr_LurchFacebook: facebook.com/MrLurchsThingsInstagram: instagram.com/mr_lurchs_thingsMerch: redbubble.com/people/MrLurch/shop
Nintendo Famicom: AV Mod and Disk Drive Mr Lurchs Things 2023-03-17 | The original Nintendo! The mighty Famicom.I've always wanted one of these, but to make it easier to live with, an AV mod is a must.Dr A's PowerVAMP board: backofficeshow.com/shop/famicom-psu-av-replacement-boardCtrl Alt Rees: @ctrlaltrees Patreon: patreon.com/mrlurchDiscord: discord.gg/x7AvgpfjTwitter: twitter.com/Mr_LurchFacebook: facebook.com/MrLurchsThingsInstagram: instagram.com/mr_lurchs_thingsMerch: redbubble.com/people/MrLurch/shop
Gaming Oddity: The Sheen M-1200 Mr Lurchs Things 2023-03-04 | The late 70's and early 80's was awash with everyone trying to get into the video game market. Some succeeded, others very much didnt.Patreon: patreon.com/mrlurchDiscord: discord.gg/x7AvgpfjTwitter: twitter.com/Mr_LurchFacebook: facebook.com/MrLurchsThingsInstagram: instagram.com/mr_lurchs_thingsMerch: redbubble.com/people/MrLurch/shop
Guest lecture on home computing (and the channels 5th birthday!) Mr Lurchs Things 2023-02-19 | I cant believe its been 5 years of doing Youtube!And the celebrate, I gave a guest lecture on the history of come computing to 200+ first year students at @uniofcanberra Patreon: patreon.com/mrlurchDiscord: discord.gg/x7AvgpfjTwitter: twitter.com/Mr_LurchFacebook: facebook.com/MrLurchsThingsInstagram: instagram.com/mr_lurchs_thingsMerch: redbubble.com/people/MrLurch/shop
Fixing a special ZX Spectrum Mr Lurchs Things 2023-02-06 | This ZX Spectrum comes from a random Gumtree pick up, but it turns out to be more special than most.A special shout out to everyone on Twitter who gave me tips for removing the faceplate.Composite Mod how-to: http://blog.retroleum.co.uk/electronics-articles/repairing-a-zx-spectrum/spectrum-video-mods@MarkFixesStuff faceplate removal video: youtube.com/watch?v=-PJLPEI8RW8Patreon: patreon.com/mrlurchDiscord: discord.gg/x7AvgpfjTwitter: twitter.com/Mr_LurchFacebook: facebook.com/MrLurchsThingsInstagram: instagram.com/mr_lurchs_thingsMerch: redbubble.com/people/MrLurch/shop
Commodore PET: Modern Storage Mr Lurchs Things 2023-01-28 | We're back to one of my favourite machines - the Commodore PET.It's now time to look at some modern storage options.TapuinoHeres the github, but I couldnt find the same model as mine anymore github.com/sweetlilmre/tapuinoSD2PET FutureTFW8b thefuturewas8bit.com/sd2pet.htmlPETDisk MaxBitfixer: bitfixer.com/product/petdisk-maxMy Case: thingiverse.com/thing:5815286Patreon: patreon.com/mrlurchDiscord: discord.gg/x7AvgpfjTwitter: twitter.com/Mr_LurchFacebook: facebook.com/MrLurchsThingsInstagram: instagram.com/mr_lurchs_thingsMerch: redbubble.com/people/MrLurch/shop
MSX Floppy Disk Drive controller (featuring the Mitsubishi ML-F80) Mr Lurchs Things 2023-01-02 | I've had this MSX machine around for a while, but due to lack of software haven't really used it that much - lets fix that.FDD Controller (translated): https://msxmakers-design-blog.translate.goog/proyectos/proyecto-tdc-600/tdc600paso_a_paso/?_x_tr_sl=auto&_x_tr_tl=en&_x_tr_hl=en-US&_x_tr_pto=wappCase: thingiverse.com/thing:4615731Patreon: patreon.com/mrlurchDiscord: discord.gg/x7AvgpfjTwitter: twitter.com/Mr_LurchFacebook: facebook.com/MrLurchsThingsInstagram: instagram.com/mr_lurchs_thingsMerch: redbubble.com/people/MrLurch/shop
Amiga 1000 Pt2: The Parceiro II Mr Lurchs Things 2022-12-16 | I went hunting for possible upgrades for the A1000. I wanted to keep it running Workbench 1.3 and didnt want to turn it into some fire-breathing Amiga.So is the Parceiro II the answer?Part 1: youtube.com/watch?v=wGbtslQi6DEPart 2: You're here!If you want your own Parceiro, you can email David: amiga.parceiro@outlook.comPatreon: patreon.com/mrlurchDiscord: discord.gg/x7AvgpfjTwitter: twitter.com/Mr_LurchFacebook: facebook.com/MrLurchsThingsInstagram: instagram.com/mr_lurchs_thingsMerch: redbubble.com/people/MrLurch/shop
Quick Amiga 1000 Tank Mouse mod Mr Lurchs Things 2022-12-09 | Given the ridiculous prices right-angle Amiga 1000 Tank mice go for, I decided to take a crack at modifying a normal one.Dont get me wrong, this isnt designed to make people think its an original, just to be less obvious that I have the wrong mouse.STL File: thingiverse.com/thing:5638025Strain relief I bought: https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/363820381116(You want the 4.6mm one)Patreon: patreon.com/mrlurchDiscord: discord.gg/x7AvgpfjTwitter: twitter.com/Mr_LurchFacebook: facebook.com/MrLurchsThingsInstagram: instagram.com/mr_lurchs_thingsMerch: redbubble.com/people/MrLurch/shop
Amiga 1000 Pt 1: Clean up and Gotek Mr Lurchs Things 2022-12-02 | The Amiga 1000 is a truly classic machine that set the standard for most of the 80's and early 90's.This one needs a little TLC and a small mod to run a Gotek (and save the drive)Here is the how-to for the DIY drive switcher: http://mrlurch.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Amiga-Boot-Selector.pdfSwitch holder: thingiverse.com/thing:5670887Patreon: patreon.com/mrlurchDiscord: discord.gg/x7AvgpfjTwitter: twitter.com/Mr_LurchFacebook: facebook.com/MrLurchsThingsInstagram: instagram.com/mr_lurchs_thingsMerch: redbubble.com/people/MrLurch/shop
ZX Omni Wifi update Mr Lurchs Things 2022-11-23 | I got the Wifi working on the ZX Omni!The software does some with the machine, but you can find that newer browser here: github.com/nihirash/moon-rabbit-zx
ZX Omni: An honest review Mr Lurchs Things 2022-11-18 | The ZX Omni is a modern ZX Spectrum alternative made by Retro Radionics and for the most part, its a great machine.Episode links:I bought my Omni here: (not sponsored) retroradionics.co.ukZX Omni FB group: facebook.com/groups/519934131721262Spectrum for Everyone FB Group: facebook.com/groups/spectrumforeveryoneMy Joystick surround: thingiverse.com/thing:5626364Castlevania: http://spectralinterlude.comUpdated DivMMC menu: http://www.thefossilrecord.co.uk/coding/the-long-and-the-short-of-itPatreon: patreon.com/mrlurchDiscord: discord.gg/x7AvgpfjTwitter: twitter.com/Mr_LurchFacebook: facebook.com/MrLurchsThingsInstagram: instagram.com/mr_lurchs_thingsMerch: redbubble.com/people/MrLurch/shop
Toshiba 141E3A Television: Clean up and test Mr Lurchs Things 2022-11-13 | I recently got given this old TV which is a great match for old computers and consoles.Patreon: patreon.com/mrlurchDiscord: discord.gg/x7AvgpfjTwitter: twitter.com/Mr_LurchFacebook: facebook.com/MrLurchsThingsInstagram: instagram.com/mr_lurchs_thingsMerch: redbubble.com/people/MrLurch/shop
Amiga 2000: The Upgrades! Mr Lurchs Things 2022-11-04 | It's upgrade time for the mighty Amiga 2000!Index:Boot switcher: 00:22ZuluSCSI: 03:103.1 Kickstart ROM: 05:35OS Install Attempt 1: 06:00OS Install Attempt 2: 08:00Repartitioning the data drive: 09:55Boot switcher shenanigans: 11:58Accelerator: 13:498375 + 2mb Chip ram: 15:23Nope: 16:10ZuluSCSI Bracket and Gotek: 16:42Buttoning it up: 17:40Upgrades overview: 18:31Games: 19:59Outro: 22:54Episode links:My flipped SCSI2SD rear bracket: thingiverse.com/thing:5605463My simply ZuluSCSI flat adapter: thingiverse.com/thing:5605465Gotek/Drive fascia: thingiverse.com/thing:5614906Chris Edwards on the ZuluSCSI set up: youtube.com/watch?v=__yq7rKpCG8&t=680sI got my ZuluSCSI from @BranchusCreations https://recapamac.com.au/product/zuluscsi/Patreon: patreon.com/mrlurchDiscord: discord.gg/x7AvgpfjTwitter: twitter.com/Mr_LurchFacebook: facebook.com/MrLurchsThingsInstagram: instagram.com/mr_lurchs_thingsMerch: redbubble.com/people/MrLurch/shop
Building a new Retrobrighting rig (and spending way too much money) Mr Lurchs Things 2022-10-17 | I wanted to give this vapour brighting thing a go. My initial plans didnt work, so...Patreon: patreon.com/mrlurchDiscord: discord.gg/x7AvgpfjTwitter: twitter.com/Mr_LurchFacebook: facebook.com/MrLurchsThingsInstagram: instagram.com/mr_lurchs_thingsMerch: redbubble.com/people/MrLurch/shop
Raspberry Pi Arcade deck Mr Lurchs Things 2022-10-10 | Whilst poking around @JaycarVideo the other day, I picked up this Raspberry Pi-based arcade joystick deck.Lets see what its like!The Deck: https://www.jaycar.com.au/raspberry-pi-retro-arcade-game-console-with-hdmi-port/p/XC9062 (not sponsored)The Instructions: https://www.jaycar.com.au/medias/sys_master/images/images/9677454016542/XC9062-manualMain.pdfMarks Channel: @TheRetroChannel Patreon: patreon.com/mrlurchDiscord: discord.gg/x7AvgpfjTwitter: twitter.com/Mr_LurchFacebook: facebook.com/MrLurchsThingsInstagram: instagram.com/mr_lurchs_thingsMerch: redbubble.com/people/MrLurch/shop
The Acorn Electron Mr Lurchs Things 2022-09-26 | This is a machine I've been wanting for sooooo long, and I *finally* have one.So in this video I'll be taking a look at the machine, some way of loading software, and checking out some games.Linky:RMC - The Cave: youtube.com/c/RMCRetroLeast Significant Byte: youtube.com/channel/UCSoV5iAs_ZY8Z-0YdDldDdA0xC0DE: github.com/0xC0DE6502Snuggsy: github.com/Snuggsy187ElkSD128: http://www.ramtop-retro.uk/elksd128.htmlSVI-CAS: msx.org/forum/msx-talk/hardware/svi-cas-image-player-initial-announcementPatreon: patreon.com/mrlurchDiscord: discord.gg/x7AvgpfjTwitter: twitter.com/Mr_LurchFacebook: facebook.com/MrLurchsThingsInstagram: instagram.com/mr_lurchs_thingsMerch: redbubble.com/people/MrLurch/shop
The well loved Model 3 gets a new power supply #SepTandy Mr Lurchs Things 2022-09-09 | Ahh, this beat up old Model 3. It's not just well loved from the previous owner and all their notes and stickers, but because I love it to.But it started playing up recently, so it's time for a new power supply!Ian Mavric: http://members.iinet.net.au/~ianmav/trs80/My brackets: thingiverse.com/thing:5488380And check out the rest of SepTandy on the hashtag: #SepTandy Patreon: patreon.com/mrlurchDiscord: discord.gg/x7AvgpfjTwitter: twitter.com/Mr_LurchFacebook: facebook.com/MrLurchsThingsInstagram: instagram.com/mr_lurchs_thingsMerch: redbubble.com/people/MrLurch/shop
Amiga 2000: The companion video Mr Lurchs Things 2022-08-28 | As promised, here is the companion video to my recent Amiga 2000 film.This is mostly me talking going into the trials and tribulations of both the restoration and the video making itself.Patreon: patreon.com/mrlurchDiscord: discord.gg/x7AvgpfjTwitter: twitter.com/Mr_LurchFacebook: facebook.com/MrLurchsThingsInstagram: instagram.com/mr_lurchs_thingsMerch: redbubble.com/people/MrLurch/shop
Amiga 2000 (featuring @TheBritishIBM) Mr Lurchs Things 2022-08-24 | Here is something a little different.This project tried to beat me every single step of the way. What you see here is honestly months of work.The British IBM:Web: http://thebritishibm.comTwitter: twitter.com/TheBritishIBMYouTube: youtube.com/c/TheBritishIBMNathan who did the mainboard work: twitter.com/GeekNathnPatreon: patreon.com/mrlurchDiscord: discord.gg/x7AvgpfjTwitter: twitter.com/Mr_LurchFacebook: facebook.com/MrLurchsThingsInstagram: instagram.com/mr_lurchs_thingsMerch: redbubble.com/people/MrLurch/shop
Retro Rescue: Atari 7800 Mr Lurchs Things 2022-08-14 | I've legitimately never even seen an Atari 7800 until this morning when I went to pick up a different Atari.How hard can it be?Gratuitous Music by Dar Golan dargolan-free.comPatreon: patreon.com/mrlurchDiscord: discord.gg/x7AvgpfjTwitter: twitter.com/Mr_LurchFacebook: facebook.com/MrLurchsThingsInstagram: instagram.com/mr_lurchs_thingsMerch: redbubble.com/people/MrLurch/shop
Amstrad CPC6128 Donation Mr Lurchs Things 2022-07-31 | Just last week as we were packing up at a show I got handed this CPC6128, so lets check it out!Patreon: patreon.com/mrlurchDiscord: discord.gg/x7AvgpfjTwitter: twitter.com/Mr_LurchFacebook: facebook.com/MrLurchsThingsInstagram: instagram.com/mr_lurchs_thingsMerch: redbubble.com/people/MrLurch/shop
Apple IIe Platinum: The finishing touches Mr Lurchs Things 2022-07-13 | In the last video, we got this IIe running, but there was still a heap of work to be done before it's a usable computer.Here is the replacement rear panels I used:thingiverse.com/thing:5335857Patreon: patreon.com/mrlurchDiscord: discord.gg/x7AvgpfjTwitter: twitter.com/Mr_LurchFacebook: facebook.com/MrLurchsThingsInstagram: instagram.com/mr_lurchs_thingsMerch: redbubble.com/people/MrLurch/shop
Apple IIe Platinum: A very unhappy (and dirty) machine Mr Lurchs Things 2022-06-26 | Here is a recent donation - an Apple IIe Platinum. An Apple II I didn't have!But this one aint gonna be easy...Patreon: patreon.com/mrlurchDiscord: discord.gg/x7AvgpfjTwitter: twitter.com/Mr_LurchFacebook: facebook.com/MrLurchsThingsInstagram: instagram.com/mr_lurchs_thingsMerch: redbubble.com/people/MrLurch/shop
Atari 400 + UAV Update (SUCCESS!!) Mr Lurchs Things 2022-06-18 | Just a quick update on the issues I was having with the UAV in my Atari 400!Here's the first video: youtu.be/Di_xhZ8CM20Patreon: patreon.com/mrlurchDiscord: discord.gg/x7AvgpfjTwitter: twitter.com/Mr_LurchFacebook: facebook.com/MrLurchsThingsInstagram: instagram.com/mr_lurchs_thingsMerch: redbubble.com/people/MrLurch/shop
Atari 400 + UAV + Audio (Attempt #1) Mr Lurchs Things 2022-06-15 | A quick video to add composite video and audio to my delightful little Atari 400.I bought my UAV here: (not affiliated)thebrewingacademy.com/products/tba-ultimate-atari-video-uav-board-for-400-800-xl-xeInstructions are here:http://www.thebrewingacademy.net/UAV_manuals.zipPatreon: patreon.com/mrlurchDiscord: discord.gg/x7AvgpfjTwitter: twitter.com/Mr_LurchFacebook: facebook.com/MrLurchsThingsInstagram: instagram.com/mr_lurchs_thingsMerch: redbubble.com/people/MrLurch/shop
Apple IIgs LCD Retrofit Mr Lurchs Things 2022-05-21 | My proper IIgs monitor is dead. Very dead. So from lemons, lets make lemonade!In this video (after weeks of work) I'm finally ready to put a LCD panel into the original IIgs monitor shell.3D Parts: thingiverse.com/thing:5390797Post re: 800x600 Overscan resolution: stardot.org.uk/forums/viewtopic.php?p=354308#p354308Here is the LCD kit I used: https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/202855920962Patreon: patreon.com/mrlurchDiscord: discord.gg/x7AvgpfjTwitter: twitter.com/Mr_LurchFacebook: facebook.com/MrLurchsThingsInstagram: instagram.com/mr_lurchs_thingsMerch: redbubble.com/people/MrLurch/shop
Vectrex: First inspection and (a heck of a) clean Mr Lurchs Things 2022-05-10 | The Vectrex - certainly a unique machine in the world of early-80's game consoles.This machine is a recent pick up, but although it looks clean inside - what lurks under the covers?Music - "Ode to February" by Josh Woodward. http://joshwoodward.comPatreon: patreon.com/mrlurchDiscord: discord.gg/x7AvgpfjTwitter: twitter.com/Mr_LurchFacebook: facebook.com/MrLurchsThingsInstagram: instagram.com/mr_lurchs_thingsMerch: redbubble.com/people/MrLurch/shop
Adding HDMI to the Apple IIgs using the RGBtoHDMI Mr Lurchs Things 2022-05-03 | The monitor for my IIgs is very (very) dead so I haven't been able to enjoy this awesome machine. But there is a solution!In this video I'll run through the required wiring necessary to use an RGBtoHDMI on the IIgs.This is the first step I need to do for a future project.RGBtoHDMI cabling reference (search of IIgs): github.com/IanSB/RGBtoHDMI/wiki/CablesPatreon: patreon.com/mrlurchDiscord: discord.gg/x7AvgpfjTwitter: twitter.com/Mr_LurchFacebook: facebook.com/MrLurchsThingsInstagram: instagram.com/mr_lurchs_thingsMerch: redbubble.com/people/MrLurch/shop
Lurchs First Stream: Fixing C64s with @TheRetroChannel Mr Lurchs Things 2022-04-16 | This is the first stream from the shed and Mark is along to help.I've zip-tied a bunch of random equipment together, so figures crossed it works.
Retro Rescue: Commodore PET 4032 Mr Lurchs Things 2022-04-10 | The Commodore PET is one of the holy grail/bucket list machines that I never thought I'd own - but here it is!However being a 40+ year old computer, it's not without faults. So in this video we give it a very thorough clean and start on some of those issues.Thank you to The British IBM for the use of their music. You can check them out here:http://www.thebritishibm.comThe label I've ordered is from here: corei64.com/shopThe full mainboard photo is here: http://mrlurch.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/IMG_2456-scaled.jpgPatreon: patreon.com/mrlurchDiscord: discord.gg/x7AvgpfjTwitter: twitter.com/Mr_LurchFacebook: facebook.com/MrLurchsThingsInstagram: instagram.com/mr_lurchs_thingsMerch: redbubble.com/people/MrLurch/shop
March of the Microbee: Special 40th event hosted by ACMS Mr Lurchs Things 2022-03-28 | 2022 marks the 40th Anniversary of the truly Australian computer - the Microbee.The Australian Computer Museum Society hosted an amazing event on the 19th of March with guests including Owen Hill (founder of Applied Technology, aka Microbee) and Ewan Wordsworth (current owner/operator of Microbee).Plenty of Bees were on display as well as some of the Society's collection.00:00 Intro and Event overview04:50 Owen Hill's stories and QnAAustralian Computer Museum Society: https://acms.org.au/ACMS Facebook: facebook.com/AustralianComputerMuseumSocietyMicrobee Technology: http://www.microbeetechnology.com.au
Some quick fixes on the Microbee Mr Lurchs Things 2022-03-19 | This Microbee Premium 128k is one of my pride and joys, but it needs some work before it goes on display and demonstration at work in a couple of weeks.So in this video, it's just a few things that need fixing, primarily getting a Gotek up and running.Gotek Bracket: thingiverse.com/thing:5317158Microbee Site and forum: https://www.microbeetechnology.com.au/Patreon: patreon.com/mrlurchDiscord: discord.gg/x7AvgpfjTwitter: twitter.com/Mr_LurchFacebook: facebook.com/MrLurchsThingsInstagram: instagram.com/mr_lurchs_thingsMerch: redbubble.com/people/MrLurch/shop
The Dick Smith Wizzard (CreatiVision) - with mods! Mr Lurchs Things 2022-03-05 | Sorry for the re-upload. Adobe decided to eat my export after making one last little edit :(Known in Australia as the Dick Smith Wizzard, the VTech CreatiVision is certainly the most common console in the world. It's also one that thinks it's a computerCreatiVision Forum: http://www.madrigaldesign.it/forum/CreatiVision MultiCART: http://www.users.on.net/~clockmeister/CV/index.htmlBack Panel Designs: thingiverse.com/thing:5243009I tried my best to contact owners of the images found online. If I've caused an issue, please email me on the address on the channels about page.Games List:Air/Sea battleAstro PinballAuto ChaseBASIC V.1Chopper RescueCrazy ChickyCrazy PuckerDeep Sea AdventureHapmon monitorLocomotiveMouse PuzzleMusic MakerPlanet DefenderPolice JumpSoccerSonic InvaderStone AgeTank AttackTennis WimbledonTennis CokeTennis Dick SmithBlocksEscapeTennis VTech (Unreleased "VTech" logo mod by Clockmeister.)Patreon: patreon.com/mrlurchDiscord: discord.gg/x7AvgpfjTwitter: twitter.com/Mr_LurchFacebook: facebook.com/MrLurchsThingsInstagram: instagram.com/mr_lurchs_thingsMerch: redbubble.com/people/MrLurch/shop
Retro Rescue: Osborne 1 Pt 1. Getting it powered up Mr Lurchs Things 2022-02-19 | I love luggables. Yes, they're stupid from a modern perspective, but thats probably why I do.In this video I'll be happy if I can at least get it to power on, so how did I do?Music: Smoke Jack Blues by TrackTribe (YT audio library)Patreon: patreon.com/mrlurchDiscord: discord.gg/x7AvgpfjTwitter: twitter.com/Mr_LurchFacebook: facebook.com/MrLurchsThingsInstagram: instagram.com/mr_lurchs_thingsMerch: redbubble.com/people/MrLurch/shop
I impulse bought a Commodore 16 (and already modded it) Mr Lurchs Things 2022-02-04 | The TED-based 8 bit Commodores have always (at the very least) intrigued me.So when one popped up for sale (literally) just around the corner - how could I say no?Merch: redbubble.com/people/MrLurch/shopPatreon: patreon.com/mrlurchDiscord: discord.gg/x7AvgpfjTwitter: twitter.com/Mr_LurchFacebook: facebook.com/MrLurchsThingsInstagram: instagram.com/mr_lurchs_things
Quick Look: Gameboy Pocket by XReArt Mr Lurchs Things 2022-02-01 | XReArt were nice enough to send me this Gameboy Pocket display/art - so lets take a quick look.If you want one of your own:xreart.com/collections/game-consoleNote: I don't get any commission/etc on thisMerch: redbubble.com/people/MrLurch/shopPatreon: patreon.com/mrlurchDiscord: discord.gg/x7AvgpfjTwitter: twitter.com/Mr_LurchFacebook: facebook.com/MrLurchsThingsInstagram: instagram.com/mr_lurchs_things
The Laser 310 and its Dick Smith VZ Friends Mr Lurchs Things 2022-01-24 | The Dick Smith VZ 200 and 300 were very popular entry level computers here in Australia, giving many their first taste of computing.Although mostly covering its overseas cousin, the Laser 310, lets take a look at what this cheap, simple computer offered in the early to mid 80's.Pre-Order for the next round of VZ SD Cart's: (current as of late January, 2021. Will depend on demand tho)bennvenn.myshopify.com/products/vz300-sd-loader?variant=31028143456359Jason Oakleys Blog:bluebilby.comVZ Owners FB Group:facebook.com/groups/4609469943Thats to Mark from The Retro Channel for the sneaky voice over :)References:bluebilby.com/2019/10/24/vz-historyhttp://www.vz200.org/bushy/history.htmen.wikipedia.org/wiki/VTech_Laser_200Merch: redbubble.com/people/MrLurch/shopPatreon: patreon.com/mrlurchDiscord: discord.gg/x7AvgpfjTwitter: twitter.com/Mr_LurchFacebook: facebook.com/MrLurchsThingsInstagram: instagram.com/mr_lurchs_things
Funnyplaying IPS LCD for Gameboy Pocket Mr Lurchs Things 2022-01-16 | Heres a quick video as a moodle me way through installing a nice Funnyplaying IPS screen into a Gameboy PocketI bought mine here: https://www.retrogamestore.com.au/product/funny-playing-ips-lcd-mod-kit-for-nintendo-game-boy-pocket-gbp/(Not affiliated/blah)Merch: redbubble.com/people/MrLurch/shopPatreon: patreon.com/mrlurchDiscord: discord.gg/x7AvgpfjTwitter: twitter.com/Mr_LurchFacebook: facebook.com/MrLurchsThingsInstagram: instagram.com/mr_lurchs_things
