Great stuff Steve, excellent fault finding here. I'd have to say though it might be a good idea to take care of the rest of the rusted vias because they're going to eventually eat away at that copper. Still a great enjoyable video either way 🥰
@StezStixFix2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Phil, yeah I think I'm gonna recap everything and do a bit more work on it off camera. 👍
@boneyass2 жыл бұрын
🤦
@shalpp2 жыл бұрын
@@boneyass what's weird is that during rhe first sonic 1 demonstration you did it only sounded like the square waves themselves (the thing sonic:s jump sound is made out of) were dead, but the noise channel was alright (what makes the crash portion of the monitor sound x as well as the waterfall doing waterfall things
@retrorestoration90532 жыл бұрын
PSG stands for Programmable Sound Generator, and it's integrated into the VDP as you discovered. That PSG sound is in fact the sound source for the 8-bit stuff.
@TheTurnipKing10 ай бұрын
Its all inherited from the Master System
@angusmclaren62572 жыл бұрын
A man who won't take no for an answer and figures it out. Well done on getting this back up and going.
@StezStixFix2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Angus! It was very satisfying to get this one working properly! 👍
@tyronenelson91242 жыл бұрын
Makes all the difference when you have all of the relevant schematics, diagrams and parts lists, this is becoming more and more rare with newer products.
@VolfMark11 ай бұрын
Yeah... It's because they don't want you to be able to fix your product when it malfunctions; they want you to throw it away and spend money to buy a new one. Especially nowadays when some electronic components are super tiny and very difficult to work on with hand tools.
@Oribaa902 жыл бұрын
I just dicovered your channel. I like your calm style. I don't like it when people are screaming during their videos or talk too fast. I am also into console restoration so I like to watch other people fixing or restoring their consoles. Good work! Will watch your other videos.
@StezStixFix2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Oribaa, much appreciated 👍
@babababa2012 жыл бұрын
Hi mate - I’ve only recently got into restorations. Do you have any other suggested channels / resources?
@smallbeginning22 жыл бұрын
I've barely blinked in the general direction of computer chips in my life. But this is fascinating.
@mm00772 жыл бұрын
"What ever tomorrow brings it will be a great fix....sing along! ". Steve well done.
@Tidder0072 жыл бұрын
Fantastic work Steve! This was a very enjoyable one for me. Interesting mod too, I had no idea, now I have something to figure out with my mega drive.
@StezStixFix2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Tidder! Yeah, this was a new one on me. Really enjoyed looking at it and super satisfying! 👍
@iKaGe012 жыл бұрын
It is actually a really simple mod to do. Especially with mk1 boards
@bladesofseven2 жыл бұрын
I stumbled across this channel by pure chance, thanks YT, but I'm already in love with the way you present your findings and the way you work.
@CTCTraining12 жыл бұрын
That was super involved Steve, well done. I admit I was worried when you were contemplating taking off that huge asic chip. Pity there isn’t a chemical you can brush on to convert the corrosion back to good copper again. Keep up the great work 👍😀
@StezStixFix2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Chris! 👍
@SimonEllwood2 жыл бұрын
Great video showing two different approaches to fixing. First keep changing stuff, second trace the path from source to output.
@StezStixFix2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Simon! Yeah, I was a bit impatient taking stuff off willy nilly, but that has worked for me in the past. In hindsight, I should have tried it the other way round! 😁
@andrewgilson57592 жыл бұрын
Love the content, Steve! I don’t know why, but I watch your videos and think how fun it would be to have you as a neighbor. Your sarcastic humor relates all too well with me. Keep up the great content. I’ve been going back and watching your previous episodes.
@richard-em6zi Жыл бұрын
In the business we call not knowing but having a good idea an educated guess. Not knowing what you're working on. But having an extensive enough knowledge to make a pretty good guess as to what it is
@Paperghost2 жыл бұрын
There is something 'enchanting' about your videos that keeps me coming back. Great fix this time around showing real determination using readily available information and common sense. Your cover it bodge for exposed wires on the other hand made me cringe. Heat shrink is not always the answer........🤣
@styles2342 жыл бұрын
Just stumbled across this channel randomly and definitely enjoyed the process of identifying the problem and troubleshooting various fixes. A fun journey was had getting to experience it work after the repair. Will be back for more :)
@StezStixFix2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Josh, much appreciated! 👍
@Teaneus2 жыл бұрын
Man i found your channel by accident and now i have made a playlist with all your videos for a marathon .Nice channel.
@StezStixFix2 жыл бұрын
Thanks J.a.W! Much appreciated! 👍
@simplicitygaming42032 жыл бұрын
Only just started to watch your videos and so far im very impressed (not that it takes a lot to do so) lol... also i like the way you are very comical with each repair video it brings something new to the game of repairing... keep up the good work and enjoy my sub
@StezStixFix2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Frosty, much appreciated 👍
@DerekWilsonProgrammer2 жыл бұрын
Whoever edits your videos did a superb job on this one. Give them a raise.
@Norrecito2 жыл бұрын
Nice one Steve! :) The only thing I'm missing is some Voultar reference when you look at that modwork. When restoring VIAs, I usually push a wire through the hole and solder it in from both sides. You need to have a very thin needle (or a very thin tweezer) to clean the hole though.
@bitdigital80522 жыл бұрын
Yes, a through-hole capacitor leg is good for this. Also good to clean up any corrosion in the surrounding area as well.
@StezStixFix2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Norrecito! 👍
@Mentski2 жыл бұрын
By the time the Mega Drive 2 came along pretty much everything had been integrated into the 315-5487/315-5660 ASIC, but even as far back as the first revision of the MD1, the SN76489 PSG was already integrated with the VDP on the 315-5313. The mono signal from that, along with left/right from the FM, A left/right line from the cart slot (used by the 32X), and a left/right from the Expansion slot (for the Mega CD) is then all mixed in on that amp circuit. 99% of sound problems are often down to the caps going bad on that circuit. Either dying or leaking and corroding the traces.
@adamgrimsley29002 жыл бұрын
I agree.
@emmettturner94522 жыл бұрын
When I fixed an AC adapter like that recently I took apart the brick, moved the strain relief down, chopped off the damaged parts, and resoldered. It can be difficult to break the strain relief free of the cable but it’s usually possible. Even when it’s not you can often use another or make your own with heat shrink. Since you’ve already chopped it at the brick you shouldn’t have to chop up the other end for heat shrink. The result should be much cleaner and more reliable.
@SianaGearz2 жыл бұрын
Yes I'm all for removing any heavily kinked wire sections as well, they can't be healthy.
@Klugger2 жыл бұрын
that must feel so satisfying when you fix stuff like that. just found out about your channel and already loving the content. thanks a lot for sharing with us.
@MoreFunMakingIt2 жыл бұрын
Brilliant! Lovely to see you wander off into a rabbit hole when you were in the right area right away 🤣 Of course, I've NEVER done EXACTLY that. Not often... Always a pleasure watching you work Steve 😁
@StezStixFix2 жыл бұрын
🤣 I know, I literally found the problem about a minute after opening it up, but then proceeded to mess about with everything else first! Still, it's nice to be able to prove the fault by running back from the ASIC! That's what I'm telling myself anyway! 🤣
@vall5452 жыл бұрын
Love it! Great work. I learn so much watching you fix stuff.
@umbertoyltp2 жыл бұрын
Standing on the sideline as a newbie in smd, I can recommend to trust your eyes more often. Visual inspection is frequently underrated, and it is'nt gonna cause any damage at all :-). Great magnification, I am tempted to no longer fear smd soldering!
@StezStixFix2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Umberto, you're absolutely correct!
@jonome95652 жыл бұрын
New subscriber here Steve, very enjoyable video, just watching your back catalogue. Long time fan of Vince and Tronics fix as well as Northridge. I love the fact the camera is on you nearly as much as your fix, lol. I do prefer Vince's longer videos but great work anyhow and keep posting. Cheers.
@StezStixFix2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jonome! Appreciate that 👍
@KazsprG2 жыл бұрын
I really love watching your videos... you are doing a fantastic job fixing these things. Keep it up my friend.
@StezStixFix2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Oz! 🤩
@DjPolystation2 жыл бұрын
I've just started watching the video and... Yes the megadrive has two soundchips The YM2612, an FM Synth wich is responsible for the "16 bit sound" And the SN76489, a PSG (Wich stands for Procedural Sound Generator) used for Master System backward compatibility that can be used alongside the YM2612 in megadrive games
@randomcitizenname2 жыл бұрын
I was singing with you at the end there, Steve! Love that song.
@nj18352 жыл бұрын
Great work as usual Steve the first thing I thought when I saw that corrosion was that looks like a drop of sweat by the modder. Keep up the videos you are doing great funny as f and insightful.
@StezStixFix2 жыл бұрын
Thanks N J! 👍
@SmoothEmJay2 жыл бұрын
Awesome work dude. Just shows you should always keep trying even if you think you've exhausted all avenues of repair. Only found your channel lately and have binge watched quite a few by now :)
@StezStixFix2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jay! Much appreciated 👍
@SmoothEmJay2 жыл бұрын
@@StezStixFix You're welcome dude. I need to get me one of those hot air stations, any hints on brand etc? Super handy for removing components.
@polgarauk56062 жыл бұрын
I have zero idea why your videos were suggested to me by the KZbin algorithm as I can't say I have any interest in fixing things like this (my hands wouldn't let me anyway as badly damaged nerves). Yet here I am on video number 20+ utterly fascinated and loving the humour 🤣🤣 I did subscribe on video 2 I believe 😁
@NF2K2 жыл бұрын
First video of yours I've seen, good fault finding. Gives me hope that I can improve :) Subscribed 👍 p.s. I think PSG stands for Programmable Sound Generator
@RWL20122 жыл бұрын
yes it does
@guywilton74712 жыл бұрын
At 2:22, just for a second or two, I thought that was the fix finished…..job well done and time for a well earned drink…..but the fun continues !!
@guywilton74712 жыл бұрын
When I say fun……I obviously don’t mean the singing, as per my previous comments on this matter good sir !
@StezStixFix2 жыл бұрын
🤣🤣 I'll win you over eventually!
@BuyitFixit2 жыл бұрын
Nice fix Steve, I think I might have taken the wire from the capacitor pad which you used and ran it over to the other via where it went through the board omitting the corroded section all together just in case, but either way its all good :) well done on another successful fix.
@MrVestek2 жыл бұрын
Nice! Love how you managed to figure this one out. You've gained a subscriber for sure!
@StezStixFix2 жыл бұрын
Thanks MrVestek! Much appreciated 👍
@davecruise30002 жыл бұрын
I felt like screaming for the first 13 mins as I've had the same recent experience on a Mega Drive 1 and was certain it'd be a corroded trace to/from the ASIC! In my case the issue was no sampled DAC sound effects due to a broken trace to the Z80 chip. Still, great result and very impressive skills to swap the SMD components! BTW, PSW = Programmable Sound Generator
@willkra2 жыл бұрын
Another great one Steve! I`ll have a talk with the leaders of KZbin about the shame that you have less than 7k followers:-) Steve rocketing would be great, and so deserved!
@StezStixFix2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Willy! If you could out in a good word, that would be great! 😁
@samwilliamson47152 жыл бұрын
Far out mate - that was some heavy diagnosis time.. well done 👍 Hehe. Love the ‘laughing cow’ edition of the solder sucker station! - ‘nice’ :)
@Rezigunn Жыл бұрын
Oh wow that mod looked awful. Who uses TAPE!?? Great fix steve so glad I found this channel just before the 100k makes me feel better not knowing components, or understanding enough about electronics to really pin down an issue but figure out a solution to get it working again. You're an inspiration to us hobbyists
@thriftynative2 жыл бұрын
I recently found your channel. I know nothing of this stuff but somehow I’m addicted to watching 😂
@ScruffyLookinRGB2 жыл бұрын
Ive found this channel far to late! Sweet video mate looking forward to more like this one!
@StezStixFix2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Much appreciated 👍
@Apocrypha3032 жыл бұрын
Awesome work. so glad i found this channel. love what you do.
@eduartmisiraj80312 жыл бұрын
Amazing video Steve, as always well done. I suggest you remove that ugly not working region mod and put a proper one in there. I suggest the Switchless Region/IGR 50/60Hz mod from Consoles Unleashed. 👍🏻
@StezStixFix2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Eduart, I'll check that out 👍
@usagiakimbo25062 жыл бұрын
Another good one, Steve! I gotta say I really enjoy your content, I think I watched all of your videos in a few days when I stumbled upon your channel, keep up the good work 🙂
@StezStixFix2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Usagi! 👍
@captcraig7772 жыл бұрын
Another tough fix to locate. Well done! No more jumping in silence!
@michaelknowles16512 жыл бұрын
Love the investigation work Inspector Stez, these type of fixes are great. Must be proud and rightfully so. Great Video
@StezStixFix2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Michael! 👍
@MarcoPolo-rd6fp2 жыл бұрын
I cheered when that worked! Love your videos. Something very therapeutic about a Northern man fixing electronics.
@danimourinho2 жыл бұрын
This channel is the best youtube discover in years! Great content!
@StezStixFix2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Dani! 👍
@MrCageman2 ай бұрын
Nicely done. Problems like these will happen again on this board though. Leaving the corrosion that's on other traces will mean it will keep spreading. Much of it is under the solder mask, so cleaning efforts will not have done much if the mask was not scraped away and the copper cleaned.
@Mymatevince2 жыл бұрын
Very interesting fault Steve, nice fault finding 👍 Great job!
@StezStixFix2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Vince! 😍
@abh69682 жыл бұрын
u 2 actors should be in hollywood . really bad acting to extend video lenth and set up faults
@adamgrimsley29002 жыл бұрын
Great video, another victory of man over machine, take that SkyNet! I like the heat shrink tubing. It's pleasing both to say and what it does
@willemvdk48862 жыл бұрын
I love it when traces do a "through the board jobby". Those traces are the best.
@kmoecub Жыл бұрын
I spent far too many hours during my first stint at college playing Sonic on my best-friend's (RIP) Genesis. Thank you for the memories.
@DuPz0r2 жыл бұрын
Congrats on the fix! I was routing for you watching this. Must be a great feeling fixing retro games/consoles up yourself. I wish I could do this!
@mandokir2 жыл бұрын
>routing
@El_Bellota2 жыл бұрын
I'm just amazed at the skill with which you fix all these consoles. Will you do like a repair and giveaway for 10k subs?
@StezStixFix2 жыл бұрын
Not a bad idea! Thanks for the suggestion 👍
@brianlamtman73612 жыл бұрын
Dude! I love watching you. Your funny and for someone who is learning electronics your pretty good at it.
@StezStixFix2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Brian! Definitely still learning but really enjoying it so far! 😁
@datboitmic2 жыл бұрын
I have a repair and resell shop on eBay and I’m always afraid to do any micro soldering, or major board repairs. I have to admit watching your videos give me a little bit of confidence for some reason. I really would like to see how you would fix damaged ribbon cables. And I really wish u had some sort of vaccum or air purifier to suck up those fumes, if I remember correctly they can be really toxic and bad for your health to inhale that.
@StezStixFix2 жыл бұрын
Thanks MicMaine! I do have an little extractor, and use it most of the time... you're right the fumes are not nice to inhale! Good luck with the eBay shop! 👍
@SianaGearz2 жыл бұрын
Yeah well depends on if you solder once a week, then hazard is minimal, or 8 hours a day, when even standard extraction isn't quite enough. Which part of the world are you at? I wouldn't mind partnering with a vendor in EU to do the repairs for them.
@RWL20122 жыл бұрын
Nice repair, perfect demonstration of the Mega Drive's two sound chips/cores haha. And the Mega CD and 32X can access them as well so it can get a bit silly. For example, Popful Mail uses the Mega Drive's Yamaha FM + TI PSG as well as the Mega CD's Ricoh PCM for some of its music (3 sound chips together - once you get past the CD Audio title screen, of course) and Knuckles' Chaotix uses the Mega Drive's Yamaha FM + TI PSG as well as the 32X's Hitachi PWM for its music (also 3 sound chips together) :P Being a Mega Drive 2 VA0, the sound quality could be improved by installing a Mega Amp - I think you might have been in the stream New Retro Repair did of him installing my Mega Amp in my Mega Drive 2 VA1 :)
@StezStixFix2 жыл бұрын
Thanks RWL! Appreciate the info. I'll take a look at those Mega Amps! 👍
@RWL20122 жыл бұрын
@@StezStixFix welcome :) there's also the Triple Bypass, but that's more for if the console also has a video encoder with the jailbar issue on RGB, like one of the Sony ones (not sure what the Samsung is like). I chose the Mega Amp because my MD2 VA1 has the Fujitsu MB3514 video encoder which looks fine on RGB.
@Darphi012 жыл бұрын
Good fix. Did you neutralize the corrosive goop so it doesn't do any further damage to the board. Battery acid, electrolyte from capacitors and flux resin can cause corrosion. You can clean it with baking soda or isopropyl alcohol.
@StezStixFix2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Darren. I did clean it with IPA, but I've been back to it and cleared it much better using white vinegar, followed by IPA and a good scrub. 👍
@stuartmcphillie73002 жыл бұрын
Nice work again. Love the humour too. Keep it up!
@stefanschneider368111 ай бұрын
All the effort just for the jumping sound … you are crazy … and I really enjoyed it 😊👍!
@RWL201211 ай бұрын
and skidding, and waterfall sounds, etc. the PSG is also used for arpeggios, chords and layers in the Green Hill Zone theme, and the hi-hats of the drum beat on its noise channel. and while it only does those "secondary" sound duties in Mega Drive games, it does the entire sound in Master System games.
@jed205511 ай бұрын
One of your best yet. . . .Sherlock? 🔎Very enjoyable. Dang, I don't normally subscribe to . . . anybody but you got me in. Love your work. Logic rules mate!
@DiggerPrints08142 жыл бұрын
Man I love your reactions when your fixes work!!!
@IKTO2 жыл бұрын
Loving the videos, keep up the good work!
@colinboneham73872 жыл бұрын
Cracking repair Steve, nice to see the older consoles getting some TLC that they deserve n not being binned
@Custarddolphin2 жыл бұрын
hi, just found your channel and I'm having a blast, your videos made me learn a bit about soldering and stuff, thanks man
@jeffyramalho2 жыл бұрын
Love your videos, so relaxing 😌
@BIGman198220072 жыл бұрын
Steve you done an awesome job and great video, may I ask @6:36 you used your little brush to clean the board, what is this brush called and do you have a link please as I would love to get one. Many thanks
@StezStixFix2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Martin! It's actually a flux brush that I've cut down the bristles to make a bit more abrasive. I bought a little pack of them, these ones: amzn.to/391kndu
@BIGman198220072 жыл бұрын
@@StezStixFix Thank you so much for replying, I definitely need one as following the SVS guides (Steve TF, Vince MMV, Steve SSF) I have managed to pick up some cheap broken consoles (Ones S & One X) and managed to get them both working. Over the moon even tho i dont have a microscope yet YET! it was a challenge, would love to send you pictures somehow. Now checking out the brushes thank you again
@WhoopsWonders2 жыл бұрын
I've just stumbled upon your channel mate. Awesome videos. You got a like and sub from me. Just love watching the retro tech repair vids. Keep up the great work 👍
@StezStixFix2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Bizarre! Really appreciate that 👍
@pedromimoso88042 жыл бұрын
Great fault finding, Steve! And great video, by the way. Nice!👍👍👍
@StezStixFix2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Pedro! 👍
@oldschoolgamer82782 жыл бұрын
Great analysis to find the cause of the problem. Just one thing: You paint over areas that still show corrosion. Not that there is still something of the acid in it and spreads further under the paint. In addition, all electrolytic capacitors should definitely be replaced in such a case. So you don't have to start over and over again.
@dreamcazman2 жыл бұрын
Nice find. I never knew the MD's sound was seperated like that. Small tip though, it would be a good idea to remove the rust from those other traces before it ends up eating through them completely. Then apply solder mask.
@RWL20122 жыл бұрын
Yep, and with the Mega CD and 32X, the PCM and PWM (respectively) sound channels can be used in conjunction with the Mega Drive FM and PSG sound channels (such as in Popful Mail in-game and Knuckles' Chaotix). Another platform, the GBA, would later do a similar thing. The Sonic Advance games are a good example on that platform of heavy use of the Game Boy / Color PSG sound channels in conjunction with the GBA PCM sound channels.
@kranibal2 жыл бұрын
Every time your fix something I get as excited as you do. Weird.
@scouse19672 жыл бұрын
Steve, you are the man. Well done on that fix, sir :)
@babababa2012 жыл бұрын
Fantastic channel. Really enjoying your videos thus far
@drruncmd2 жыл бұрын
Great repair vidz! You got yourself another sub. Love the little video effects you put into some videos. Very neat indeed.
@mannyelectro2 жыл бұрын
It may be a good idea to show how you find the electronic diagrams you use. I know you Google it but sometimes that leads into a rabbit hole of dead ends. Love your content.
@chris-pike2 жыл бұрын
Another good fix there Steve and a interesting one too well done 👍
@StezStixFix2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Chris! 👍
@CD-Gaming11 ай бұрын
The Master System Sonic was the first video game I ever played on my late brother's Master System, it had Alex Kidd built in! One thing I didn't know was that apparently Master Systems could come with either Alex Kidd or Sonic built in! There you go! And I would like to know more about not only this mod but also that strange cartridge you put in, I can't say as I recognised it!
@joshholbrooks1181 Жыл бұрын
Good fix don't know what learn enjoy watching the process
@Saviorshock2 жыл бұрын
this channel is too chill to see
@henkeek8082 жыл бұрын
Hello Steve. Really love your videos. I learn so much. You have also inspired Me to grab hold of my own project👍😀 I have one question. What type of monitor do you use when you test your different consoles? Best regards Henrik from sweden
@StezStixFix2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Henrik! I just use a fairly generic one I bought off Amazon. It's not available any more, but is similar to this one: amzn.to/3vPd1Ta
@KisoX2 жыл бұрын
Wow. I would have never guessed that a specific sound missing is caused by a corroded trace. Well done Steve!
@StezStixFix2 жыл бұрын
Thanks KisoX! 👍
@RWL20122 жыл бұрын
the PSG also accompanies the YM3438 in the music but it's most noticeable with Sonic's jumping and skidding.
@SparksNZeros2 жыл бұрын
you can get the right socket tool to open megadrive psu's from console 5 (and infact most multi bit drivers use that socket for their bits anyway) its much easier to cut the cord off, pull the strain relief off and then feed the undamaged cable back through it and resolder it to the transformer. its also a great opportunity to check the capacitors inside as they often fail and need replacing. Also it'd be great to see you fit one of Consoles Unleashed region mods for these, they keep them looking more factory :)
@StezStixFix2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Sparks! I'll definitely check those out 👍
@mustafauslu16852 жыл бұрын
You said you are not expert in repairs at all but you are a beast! I mean in a good way :)
@jasedobson27932 жыл бұрын
nice fix steve i actually like the master system sonic
@gibbie80s612 жыл бұрын
It's a great game. IMO its more fun that the MD version.
@shaneazam2667 Жыл бұрын
Great finding. Good job keep it up...i had stuck just like that in snes in video signal problem. Picture were running in curve form. But i could not repair the console.
@esseferio2 жыл бұрын
As we all know, PSG totally stands for « Paris Saint-Germain » (and obviously not Programmable Sound Generator). True story. Now, I’ve never really listened to Incubus but seems like I should give it a try. As usual, merci Monsieur !
@NemeZisUK2 жыл бұрын
Love your videos. Its like you have no idea what your doing then the skillz come out.
@NoxBoxdy2 жыл бұрын
Sent here by the Cod3r. Great channel! Will check out more soon.
@StezStixFix2 жыл бұрын
Awesome, thank you! 👍
@NoxBoxdy2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for you guys doing the world a service. We all need more transparency. :-) Great to see the diy community grow.
@ZonicMirage2 жыл бұрын
Oof, that mod looks pretty rough. Great work, glad it wasn't anything to do with the VDP (the giant ASIC).
@xasbo2 жыл бұрын
Instead of futzing with sawing down the barrel plug end of the cable, check out self-amalgamating tape. Stretch and stick it onto itself as you wrap around whatever and it creates an excellent seal. The run-of-the-mill flavor is not super durable, as it can still be torn more easily than some tapes or heatshrinks, but much easier to apply in a variety of situations. Fancier versions exist that improve on the material weaknesses.
@jamesbromley58202 жыл бұрын
Never going to be able to see the Sonic title screen again without hearing in you in my head singing “too slow” :)
@GodKitty6772 жыл бұрын
6:48 is the fault, its the pcb through hole. The one near C19, you can see the black of the pcb is showing were it connects to the trace. Not easy looking to spot but all that corrosion needs removed. Been looking at lots of repair videos. There are eyelets to repair the pcb through hole (Plated Through Hole Repair Kit). You can also epoxy a new trace and attach it with solder. Just a wire works but you don't know how far the rust/corrosion goes into the through-hole barrel. A wire is a quick and dirty repair. KZbin PCB Eyelet Repair | BEST, Inc. if you are interested and How To Repair Damaged / Missing PCB Pads || 4 Great Methods. Remember you can glue the new trace in place and then solder. These are the true fixes. If all you have is a wire like this video, How To Repair Damaged / Broken PCB Traces - 2 Great Methods. Everything I have read states all the corrosion needs to be removed. The copper trace can be removed and replaced with clean copper. This restores the trace to new. Got to love what you learn from others on youtube.
@MrEwool2 жыл бұрын
Another lovely video, hope you will make a video on how to make all those magic tricks you do 😊 and send my best to voice-over Steve hope you let him know that you appreciate him
@StezStixFix2 жыл бұрын
🤣 I'll make sure he knows! 😁
@lolzman253910 ай бұрын
Omg that part that he looks up and says, this is fun, had me crackin😂😂😂😂
@davidc64592 жыл бұрын
Great fix, keep up the good work.
@gazzylou2 жыл бұрын
Awesome work. I never even knew an everdrive was a thing. Now i need a mega drive and ever drive badly.
@DennisWeyel2 жыл бұрын
Hi there Steve. Greetings from Germany. Just stumbled on your channel. I´m amazed that you don´t have more subscribers yet :). Not sure if you just didn´t show it in the video or didnt´t notice, but you tore off the red wire from the mod that went to the CPU (the one under the white tape). It´s disconnected in the later part of the video.
@StezStixFix2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Dennis! Well spotted! Yeah, I did notice and I did put it back on, I edited it out to cut the video length down a bit! 👍