I Bought a FAULTY SNES Mini With NO POWER | Can I FIX It?

[@StezStixFix]

Stupid Super Nintendo Entertainment System Nintendo Classic Mini

[@techheadz00]

Stupid sexy Super Nintendo Chalmers.

[@welshfinn1]

Not just a snes mini, but a modified snes mini. Nice

[@bufordmaddogtannen]

Stupid people plugging power banks supplying 15V that end up blowing fuses. I'd look into using a resettabble fuse and converting the usb port to usb-c. There are female breakout boards with resistors to do that.

[@Rick-hx1ne]

Super stupid games that working fantastic 👍

[@mwk1]

Dave was so calm and quiet this time ;-)

[@Hogwarts.Failure]

Those fuses are fastblow smd fuses, the letter stands for amp rating. K = 1.5A

[@jasonmccomb280]

Nice to see a new video! I am retired and your channel among others (tronicsfix, Borderline OCD, et al.) has inspired me to mod and fix game consoles and controllers. Bought my first soldering station and a magnifying glass setup. SO far I have only modded controllers and it is a lot of fun.

[@AcornElectron]

I hope you also follow ‘My Mate Vince’. He does some interesting stuff.

[@jasonmccomb280]

@@AcornElectron Thanks for the suggestion! I love watching these videos and building and fixing things is fun.

[@thedagenator2006]

Might I suggest my mate Vince? Very good friends with Steve as well

[@Stuey182]

Along with the other suggestions of My Mate Vince (fully agreed), I'd recommend Odd Tinkering for the console repair/restoration too.

[@danielross868]

A "K" SMD fuse is 1.5A. All ( as far as I am aware) SMD fuses are coded with letter to denote the amp rating. Not sure of the one you are using to replace but the number "3" on it probably denotes 3A?. Therefore you are replacing a protection fuse with "double" what its meant to be. Not much fire risk, but more a risk to other components on PCB if something goes wrong..

[@stephensublett7159]

I was thinking the same thing. 3 meaning 3a. As long as the proper power supply is used then other components shouldnt fry LOL Anything larger than 2a....... fizzzzz

[@VanisherXP]

@@stephensublett7159 Whatever the power supply CAN put out in amps doesn't matter, as long as it's the correct voltage. Just because the power supply is 3a or whatever doesn't mean the circuit resistance will make it's power draw take the whole 3a, as long as the voltage it's rated for its correct. In this case 5v from USB.

[@flandrble]

@@VanisherXP *unregulated 5V 3A power supply enters the chat.

[@lazyhominid]

@@flandrble Even that won't matter. As long as it's 5V, the machine will draw as many mA as it needs, and the rest will be resting in the PSU.

[@flandrble]

@@lazyhominid and then your mains voltage spikes :P

[@Inugamiz]

Waiiiiit... I also have a faulty mini SNES that didn't turn on and now I check happen to have the same dead fuse. Now I need to find who sells those fuses and repair it. Thanks Steve!

[@Nick-qz8do]

The solid test is one of my favorite parts 😂 and of course the flying away of components always makes me LOL 😆

[@MarkVletter]

Heej Steve. You have been struggling with finding the right fuses on multiple repairs now. Maybe a smd fuse kit is one for the gift/wish list. You'll have half an alphabet to sort stuff out 😅 (using glass fuses was a cool repair job 🤔)

[@devttyUSB0]

I like how at @12:53 the smoke is still rising from the battle field. :) Nice fix!!

[@StezStixFix]

🤣 yeah, I noticed that. I did have my fume extractor on, but maybe I should've left it on a bit longer! 😅

[@KisoX]

I was worried a little bit :D

[@chrisj2848]

Perfect Steve. I approve of the use of "non standard" replacement parts. 👍

[@StezStixFix]

🤣 awesome! Thanks Chris 👍

[@root42]

Problem might be that this fuse triggers too early or too late… knowing the amperage the SNES draws at most one could pick a proper replacement I guess…

[@DavidLeeKersey]

If only electric manufactures would publish semantics and show where fuses were and their information. Like they use to.

[@Kiowan918]

It doesn't take long to find it, K is 1.5a, it's now a 3amp fuse (the switch has to power an lcd display too so uses more power) . It'll work but it's probably not wise especially given the 1.5a fuse blew for a reason, so now if it happens again it'll hit 3a before it blows which could cause irreparable damage. Worth swapping it for the correct one.

[@root42]

@@Kiowan918 I thought so. I would have assumed you can look up the SNES power rating, slap 20% on top and get a matching fuse.

[@Daffydubs]

Thanks for teaching me so much man, foreal I've fixed several consoles now with various problems from how SOLID your channel is!

[@pyro707]

Where did you find the chip smd with low “V” I’m unable to find a 5V , mostly 32V. What did you use?

[@waynetemplar2183]

Good fix - nice and systematic diagnosis. Obviously someone more familiar with these would go straight to that fuse (if they could find the microscopic thing!)

[@filevans]

yes it would have been more logical to see where the 5v was going before he went all round the board testing for continuity on every component, he even missed the fuse when he tested the continuity on all the parts somehow(?)

[@Hammarsand]

​@@filevans Maby he did find it straight away? Video would be to short the 😅 So lets make it longer 😎

[@filevans]

@@Hammarsand not that much as he fast forwarded the bit where he tested all the components for continuity really

[@imaginitivity7853]

The switch can handle much higher input voltages as it's required when using the dock. It will charge and run on 5v supply though. That fuse may not provide much protection to the snes mini

[@Kiowan918]

Fuses are for current not voltage. The switch needs more power (current) due to having an integrated display.

[@steveohim]

Can you do a video on how to find shorts on a circuit board etc? Step by step, the different components and what they do? As someone interested in fault finding, I’m always watching your videos thinking, how does he test for shorts? What settings the MM is on? where does he put the probes etc

[@clairehoffner2851]

I liked how u started with the simple things like checking the button and the ribbon cable first, then moving on to the more complex stuff. I want to try to use that method when i repair things :)

[@ianhaylock7409]

The only thing he did wrong was to look for shorts before checking the voltage on the PCB near the USB connector. If that is 5V, then there isn't a short. Of course there could have been a short after the fuse, but it would be easy to check for a short on both ends of the blown fuse.

[@kdailey4315]

Congrats on 100K!!! Didn't even notice the plaque last week.

[@Allthedifferentcheeses]

I saw a 2 year old video of you fixing a wii remote, the difference in what you were posting then and now, from the camera quality to your presentation style, is incredible.

[@Mymatevince]

Nicely done Steve!

[@vraspus]

Hello Steve. When it comes to soldering small smc components such as this fuse, I think using a pair of soldering tweezers would be easier and less messy. Its basically a soldering iron but it is also a tweezer (shocker!), so you just grab the component with it and stick it in place and voila, its on there! Its much handier imo than using a heat gun for these types of parts. Just google YIHUA 938D (the one I use right now, it is ok to use) and you will see what I mean. Writing this in case you didnt know it existed. Love your vids!

[@jumpingmanjim]

Even a regular iron would be easier than using the hot air.

[@UserUser-ww2nj]

I watched a video earlier where someone made a soldering iron tip for doing this , just copper tube of the right diameter , cut out the center so you have two prongs , one for each side and it worked perfectly

[@MrMurdock2021]

Very good fix it's good to watch your fixes it gives me confidence to fix my console

[@CidZombie]

Brand: Littelfuse Voltage Rating: 6 V Hold Current: 1.5 A Marking Code: K(1.5A) Package Size: 1206 (3216 metric) Application: Surface Mount

[@OperationDecoded]

Unfortunately that information is incorrect. I did order a fuse with this information but it turned out to be bigger than the original and as such you can't solder it...

[@captcraig777]

Nice find! The fuse did its job for sure.

[@DTGuitarTech]

Another fantastic repair! I wonder what caused the fuse to blow in the first place?

[@jnharton]

The previous owner likely plugged the unit into a power source that significantly exceeded 5V. Perhaps it was poorly designed or maybe it simply didn't offer any protection from voltage spikes. In principle that could be any number of things, but an ordinary power supply with a USB micro plug that was faulty or which had a particularly "dirty" or noisy output seems likely.

[@MinscShip]

@@jnharton and the fuse he used allow up to 15 volt and more amp.. he could have hot bypassed it

[@jnharton]

@@MinscShip Interesting, but not a huge problem if you only use an appropriate power supply. -- Too high a voltage rating is primarily an issue of damage to the circuit, whereas amperage limiting isn't as needed except in unusual circumstances. -- If you have a situation with more than 5V+/-20% and more than 2-3 amps actually being drawn into the console well that's bad news regardless. Except for the case where your power supply is totally failing to a short condition, you probably have bigger and more important things to be worried about.

[@wryyyy]

Maybe a crappy usb adapter and when it blew up it possibly shorted and fed the SNES mini much more than what it was designed to handle? Cheap USB adapters are built with terrifyingly small safety margins.

[@hansgruber9457]

The Mini was hacked (hence the Star Wars games for example), so maybe they fried it when hooking it up to a PC

[@norbertocostaful]

why am I watching all your fixit videos back to back when I should be doing something else!?? love the channel.

[@comradeyars]

American here. Please don't ever stop saying "continuity" like that. I have a good chuckle, every time.

[@chrisgebben2043]

Amazing fix as always steve? oh for people who actually own this who has the same problem i would use this to your advantage and check that particular fuse and see if this fix's it

[@pfear8340]

Your content is always so entertaining 😃. Keep up the good work 👏

[@obsidianpanther]

Yessss. I always click so fast when I come to youtube and see Steve has uploaded a new video. Best repair content on youtube :)

[@thadofalltrades]

I totally called it when you tested the 0 ohm resister. I've watched enough of these types of videos from different creators to know that no power is often a blown fuse near the charge port.

[@peterjarnes25]

Awesome Steve! I appreciate your ability to diagnose the problem and fix with not exact part but perfect match part...I would have said this thing is broken, I'm buying a new one! Lol

[@rachelc2022]

Great fix! I’ve learned so much from watching the fix videos that I was saying “check for shorts” and “check the voltages” which of course you did lol! That SNES mini must have had games added! NBA Jam wasn’t one of the originals. I wonder what other games the original owner added?

[@spaideri]

I wonder why the fuse was blown in the first place 🧐 Usually there is something going wrong if a 1.5A fuse blows when normal amperage is

[@henryb610]

I have a dead SNES mini collecting dust since forever, will check it out. Thanks for the video.

[@watchingdanny]

I always look forward to the song in the beginning and the "stupid" something at the end. But no matter how it goes, good or bad, your videos always entertain. Great job as always. 😁

[@lucho3410]

I absolutely love your channel. So much so you've inspired me to do the same as a hobby!! I've already done electronic fixes before so I have a decent amount of experience. The satisfaction of bringing an electronic device back to life is so satisfying.

[@KeirMurphy]

"Mul-tim-meter"... Steve channelling Nigella's Microwave expression in the world of Electronics repair.

[@Mindrush]

Hi Steve. Have you not got a K fuse spare on the Snes Mini Classic you couldn't fix?

[@Kiladre]

Hi Steve, I had a question about one of your tools. You didn't use it in this video, but what is the make/model of the IR thermometer you have that has the screen to show the heat map of the device. Is it a thermal camera or thermometer etc?

[@pixelpuppy]

I always look forward to your videos! Console repairs especially!

[@RejectedManiac]

Using the wrong fuse could potentially be a fire hazard. I would probably replace with the correct fuse as soon as you can. Good simple fix and good video.

[@ThatGuysChannel4Whatever]

No shit? *eye roll*

[@josephdoiron8376]

If he replaced it with the proper fuse then he wouldn't be referred to as Captain Bodge Job.

[@Okurka.]

"fire hazard" You must be American.

[@DanielNoblett1111]

Doing a quick search a K fuse is 1.5 amp, the 3 fuse from the switch may be 3 amp... will work however may not provide the protection of the original fuse...

[@Spooks11002]

Thank you for clarifying this cheers🎉

[@mut57]

Used to skip the songs, now I can't watch an episode without listening to them. Keep up the awesome work

[@Momanic]

It was satisfying seeing you fix that console! You did amazing!

[@macupie]

9:44 Thanks Steve for this synth chords! Really love that track! :D

[@SimonEllwood]

Fuses are very reliable devices, maybe the fuse blew due to an incorrect PSU being used? It may also protect the USB ports so a high draw device plugged in there could also blow the fuse.

[@andygoss3117]

Looks like they added more roms. I wonder if they messed something up causing the fuse to blow when adding the roms...

[@flandrble]

Possibly a dodgy OTG cable/hub?

[@markianclark9645]

ahhh...good thinking...i'll remember this when not installing Hakchi on the SNES mini i don't have...i do however own the NES mini which is identical inside as far as i'm aware...i wonder how many owners screwed those up...not something people would be anxious to admit piracy on forums...

[@SalaciousBCrumb-rr3jn]

Love your channel Steve , came across it about a week ago and can't get enough of it . Great stuff .

[@domcaixote]

12:52 is that smoke on the lamp?

[@Greg_Watchorn]

No repeat nightmares here Steve. There there, the last SNES mini was a deeply traumatic experience😃😃

[@StezStixFix]

I still have nightmares about it! 🤣

[@dpyles9396]

OK In hopes that this helps in the future: When soldering very small parts turn the airflow well down to a very light breeze AND use a smaller air nozzle. If your hot air station doesn't have a blower fan speed controller then put one on it. You're quite capable enough to do that. Have you shown us any of your test gear in the past? I can't recall. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK. OH, a rap artist you AIN'T my friend

[@segaatari4050]

Great work and video. Stupid fuses.

[@wisher21uk]

Brilliant fix Steve thanks for the upload

[@epicmotorcyclerides2812]

Another awesome fix from the Stez Meister. Any chance of a kind of how to vid? How to test continuity, resistors, chips, capacitors etc. What potentiometers do etc. great to see what you do but would also be helpful to know the other stuff too. That would be sound as.

[@knightnevermore]

Nice fix and the silver play button really adds a nice touch to your wall... Time to upgrade to the golden one!

[@Senteri]

Awesome fix. What's the music used as background music? It sounds like awesome synthwave

[@youria2559]

"So let's have a look, and double check, before sticking anything into it" - life changing advice, thank you sir, might have told me a few years earlier though.

[@wojiaobill]

Stez is back! Awesome!!

[@johnescamargo3864]

I love your videos. Nice job, as always (and funny as well).

[@julio032]

just found your channel and man im enjoy watching your videos

[@hotpotato9118]

Love your videos 😊 you bring alot of joy and laughter in every one! Thankyou so much

[@dontdissmiss]

Stez I’m going to come out and say it matey, I’m enjoying your content too much to be having 1 upload a week! Please do 3 aha Sunday Wednesday Friday! Keep up the good content matey!

[@craigthepony6259]

How come its got so many capacitors? How do they help the board work?

[@anon_y_mousse]

That has to be the best looking device you've gotten yet. Clean and aside from that one fuse pristine condition. Also, what's wrong with Nintendo, they put the HDMI port in upside down, and from the looks of things the USB port as well.

[@HavingFunRepairs]

I agree, "without further ado" is always the best transition. 😂

[@psitrancer]

I would like to know how many electronics are thrown away, even though only one small thing is defective. Thanks for the video ! Greetings from Fishtown, Germany.

[@maxeriousbrooks9807]

What flux do you use it seems to flow so much better than what I use ... thanks

[@Waterdust2000]

He learns as some of us do with him, thanks to those knowing what to do so that others can become more knowledgeable.

[@jamietiffen4102]

What solder and flux does he use? Would also love to know what he uses to magnify.

[@simonlunt353]

Well done Steve a nice essay fix please keep your videos coming 👍😊

[@MrBorisio]

You need a meter that says good out loud rather than beeping

[@Hammarsand]

Solid!

[@Den-nd6xn]

😂

[@doorwhisperer]

Salad

[@AdiSneakerFreak]

Great work! Now you can hack it with Hackchi and add the whole games library :)

[@NorthernBirdBoy]

That mini Snes appeared to have different games to my model!? I don't remember mine have started wars and basketball games.. has it been hacked and had games added? Or is it a different region model?

[@crualfoxhound]

Looks like you got a modded SNES mini with hakchi. New games added and a folder for original games from Nintendo. Nice find and repair.

[@marcrics]

Nice it's modded with extra titles too. Result.

[@SosiskaTheHorrible]

And once again, outro lyrics nailed!

[@cshizz22]

Hi Steve, where did you get the different stand for your microscope?

[@MikBaa]

Great seeing Nintendo stuff being brought back to life 😀👍

[@triple-clones]

A nice blast from the past there, I think you need to poll to see how many people know who Tim Nice But Dim is please 😉

[@highroyds]

Great video as always m8, btw what flux do you use if ya don’t mind me asking?

[@MagnusJonsson82]

Amazing work you doing 👍 have been following you for some time now, do you sell the units after you have fix them?

[@CM-jt4rm]

What voltage charger should you use?

[@danjudson5661]

You have a special one - where did the extra games come from? I don’t have NBA jam on mine?

[@pol4195]

It's been modded and had extra games added

[@toskar]

One of your best songs yet!

[@blockbuster8154]

well done

[@speedwolf]

I thought that the smoke surrounding Steve was at 12:53 was a bit at first.

[@deltonviera2051]

Your great with electronic😉

[@Tolomasdruid]

As always a fun and great episode :)

[@adamclark8994]

I had a Super Famicom that worked but then the power stopped working. I think it was because the adaptor overheated. Any idea how I can fix my Super Famicom to get it working again?

[@markusafri2343]

Let's go this is just what I needed to relax ❤

[@chongtak]

What could have caused that fuse to blow? A bad power adapter? I'm a beginner.

[@TheDigitalAura]

Could you please tell me what flux you use? Thanks

[@scottblackadder2910]

The other one i wonder if your could fit a pie in the old case

[@Nobe_Oddy]

short and sweet ...... still a VERY FUN VIDEO!!!! THANK YOU!!! :D

[@Labyrnthdom]

Nice ! I like it.

[@flandrble]

The tweezers chasing the fuse off screen was cute :D

[@iantrengove9178]

Hiya Steve I have a GBA that needs an ips screen it’s my GBA had it yonks gunna get it modified for my grandson, wonder if you’d like to take the job on for a KZbin video, I’ll obviously pay for the new screen and parts???

[@SixtyDoesStuff]

I have definitely learned from watching your videos to look at ports before plugging in cables. XD

[@infin1ty850]

I need to start looking over eBay for these deals. What kind of search terms do you use?

[@zKaltern]

Sold as Seen is usually a good start :P Also, For parts or Not Working - then check the description.

[@StezStixFix]

I usually just search faulty, or untested, or not working or spares repair. And filter it to auctions ending soonest. If you get on at the right time, there's sometimes good stuff to be found!

[@infin1ty850]

@@StezStixFix Thank you!! I always want your channel to grow, but I love that it's still small enough that you can reply to comments.

[@Druid_Plow]

For some reason this reminded me of the kettle and it's thermal fuses.

[@craiggilchrist4223]

Do you do any work in the Music Industry? I'm a stage tech and work with many bands and your raps are so good?

[@xabee-eagle]

What about the fuse in the other SNES mini? :)