BROKEN Animal Crossing Nintendo Switch - REALLY Want to Fix This One!

[@Tronicsfix]

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[@TheRealBenj4min]

Ok

[@Tamay.]

No

[@TheRealBenj4min]

Did TronicsFix just like my comment?

[@Tronicsfix]

@@TheRealBenj4min No, that wasn't me but I'll go like it right now!

[@RealMichaelMTZ]

My switch dock is not working good It displays on the tv one time then the next time it doesn't any ideas how to fix it

[@natureblade]

You noted you've been taking editing classes and I think you can definitely see a unique style being developed in your videos. I like how you embrace the organic growth of your voice through this channel and its really awesome watching you fix things. Thank you for everything you do

[@Tronicsfix]

Hey thanks! I appreciate that.

[@packlesswolf1]

I really need to get some editing classes in. It's holding my channel back.

[@SmokelessMeme]

@@packlesswolf1 it's not just the editing that's holding your channel back

[@Atari1337]

Totally agree, loved how you went into detail about what you were doing / why you use flux. My favorite part was the tossing the pieces back in though, haha!

[@packlesswolf1]

@@SmokelessMeme lol I have way more views than you do. What a bum trying to tell me like that.

[@harborwolf22]

I can't fathom buying a broken piece of electronics for hundreds of dollars... I know he's a wizard at fixing stuff, but what a risk.

[@Tronicsfix]

I don't recommend it for most people. I can fix most of them but even if I can't fix them I get to make a video about it that will pay for it and then some. I'm in a much different position than most people.

[@theblunden2]

I'm really enjoying the editing of tossing parts to them being installed. Cleans it up and cuts the fluff

[@Tronicsfix]

So glad you liked that part. It's fun to edit like that once in a while. I should do it more often.

[@awilliams1701]

@@Tronicsfix If only it was that easy IRL LMAO. The computer I built in January still has it's fan cables sticking out the back. The computer works great, but it's technically not done. lol

[@awilliams1701]

@Sonic Mobian While that looks cool it still requires too much work. This throwing stuff into place is even lazier. LMAO

[@mncedisinelsonmlumbi8003]

That was pretty sick

[@dhopper598]

i feel bad for the seller who got their hands on this thing only for it to be defective and felt they just had to sell it away. glad you saved it pretty easily though.

[@TheSmartOjus]

An Animal Crossing Switch was saved!!!! This is why being able to repair stuff is such a good skill to have!!! :D

[@Tronicsfix]

Yep. I would have hated to see this one go to waste

[@SuperApplefan1]

i have this switch!!!! its so awesome!

[@chewstew]

Watching these repairs inspires me to learn how to repair my own devices that are broken.

[@Tronicsfix]

Love hearing this!

[@jaycircuits]

That was such a clean repair, as usual Steve.

[@Tronicsfix]

Thanks! So glad you enjoyed it.

[@SLYZANY]

i love how you snapped the switch back together like magic! great editing work! nice switch too!

[@Tronicsfix]

Glad you liked that part! It's fun to do stuff like that.

[@parraotgreen7899]

I don't know why, but it was amusing to see you edit the reassembly like that! Simply "throwing it back together" was a nice touch! Keep up the amazing work!

[@Tronicsfix]

Thanks for the comment! Glad you liked that part!

[@truealchiemist]

I bought this Switch for my wife when they came out and I love those joycons. They feel slightly softer to the touch. I use her dock in the living room and she uses mine in her office. It's a nice set.

[@Tronicsfix]

I agree. It's a really nice looking special edition

[@medvidekmisha]

The edition is amazing. But I'm sure the joycons will stop being soft after a few weeks use. They're all soft when brand new, but get worn out fast :(

[@truealchiemist]

@@medvidekmisha Going on a couple months now and no changes. It's just as soft to the touch as it was new. Just beat Metroid Dread with them too.

[@elmerandrewcrowley2822]

@@medvidekmisha i have this switch too and i’m pretty sure the actual plastic used is different. the animal crossing joycons are smoother to the touch than the regular ones and i’ve had my console since it was released last march.

[@flimermithrandir]

There is something very satisfying every time you fix a broken Console. Gg once again.

[@ReetinEntertainment]

You are so good at throwing these back together.

[@Tronicsfix]

Lol, thanks!

[@stuartleckie]

This was a great vid Steve. I really liked how you broke down more of the what you were doing and why. I’ve torn a few Switches apart, but have no idea which chip is which. Great info. Weird that this one failed so soon. But awesome that you could fix it easily enough 👍🏻

[@MarcoBeSomething]

Great video, I don’t typically watch repair videos because the poster usually tries to fit too much info into one video and it gets boring for someone who doesn’t know. You definitely have the right balance with your style.

[@DarkNoiseBW]

Today of all days you fix this, so fitting to see you upload this today!! Yesterday the left joycon of my AC Switch finally succumbed to drift. Today I have carried out my first stick replacement/repair successfully! :)

[@Tronicsfix]

YES! NICE WORK! So glad to hear this.

[@Evie0133]

5:55 LMAO I cracked up when you tossed all of the components on the device 🤣 Great work btw!

[@Tronicsfix]

Ha, ha, glad you liked that part!

[@DeanWilliams1987]

i love how you chuck the components back in at the end in the last few videos, think it should be "your thing" from now on.

[@bogotstogoskiing]

Yours are some of the most satisfying videos I've watched. In a world of "throw away and buy new" it's refreshing. Nice work!

[@themidnightswordsman3626]

Woah😲 I got no idea how your always repairing these thing but GO CRAZY!!!

[@BrokenPixle]

Love to see a special edition console saved! What kind of flux do you recommend for replacing chips?

[@Tronicsfix]

I use Kingbo paste flux: (paid affiliate link) geni.us/BuQS

[@awilliams1701]

@@Tronicsfix I seriously should have looked at this page when I bought flux. The flux I bought earlier in the year was almost like alcohol. It evaporates way too fast. Completely useless. If my C64 needs any more work, or I start venturing into Amigas or other old retro computers I'll definitely use your link.

[@devnol]

Been watching your videos for a while, I have to admit your editing has greatly improved on these. Both in the assembly and disassembly parts as well as the actual repairs. One thing I didn't really like is how you talk about how you're gonna desolder the chip before you do it, which kind of feels like a waste of time. Maybe you should try voiceovering the explanation while during the actual process next time. Keep up the good work!

[@Tronicsfix]

I usually do a voiceover there. I don't remember why I didn't do it this time.

[@z-robloxmore3105]

Wasnt expecting a video! Its rare for broken stuff to come with everything

[@Tronicsfix]

That's why I wanted this one so badly! Such a nice set.

[@z-robloxmore3105]

@@Tronicsfix its a really nice set!

[@Noctorrent]

I really love the re-assembly editing you've been doing lately. Slick!

[@Chrispy9393]

I like it when you toss parts at the switch and they magically get attached. It's fun

[@Mindereak]

This is one of the best looking special editions, Joycons scheme included.

[@rawthunder6463]

I like the fix, and its really cool you show all the soldering on the board. But why didn't you first try plugging in a different battery?

[@smashICE1]

5:56 I totally missed these awesome cut trick choreographies. Thanks for adding such a detailed aweseomess! 😍

[@apfeldoc1894]

Such a great edit! The cuts at the reassembling part were smoth af 😏 Had to rewatch it twice! You also improved your explanations with the soldering part. I totally could redo it with your explanation and tips… thanks a lot :)

[@BotchPro]

Congrats on another fine fix, Steve!

[@Tronicsfix]

Hey thanks!

[@rotony1]

The quality of the video and the close up is outstanding.

[@theepisodeone256]

Man your videos are so chill and very interesting as well. More Switch Console fixing pls!! I do watch your videos everytime i eat breakfast or lunch or dinner hahah

[@MR82ad]

I still use tin solder for every repair. Never new about that gel-like paste you used. Amazing

[@rath8137]

I'm actually wondering about why you don't check for a bad battery first---even it's not the case this time, there is a big chance it might be over discharged (considering the almost brand new state of the switch) and dead. And if that is the case, messing with the charge chip probably is not a good idea. Anyway, a good video. Keep working!

[@amiaswolfgang]

When I got my first Switch back in 2017, mine had a similar issue. My brother and I had waited for months to be able to get access to one only for it to never turn on and never charge. Luckily, the place we bought it from let us return it and refund for full price so we could order another one. I can't believe some Switches still have that issue now, you'd think they would have made sure it wouldn't happen again.

[@GasparValles]

Finally! Happy to see the microscope camera lens clean again 👀

[@Tronicsfix]

This is actually a completely different microscope

[@JensilDsouza]

Wow Steve! Thanks you for making most of our boring Monday into Tronics Monday! Keep rocking 🙂

[@Tronicsfix]

My pleasure! I like to do extra videos when I can.

[@JensilDsouza]

@@Tronicsfix I am pretty sure that it's not just me and the whole of your audience can and will watch your videos anytime!

[@dancando6391]

I see youre getting creative with your edits again. Well done.

[@RestorationRelaxation]

I *love* this special edition. It’d be great to pair it with a Switch OLED too!

[@Tronicsfix]

Yes, that would be cool!

[@renem.5852]

I love this channel and I really liked it that you went a step further and explained minor details e.g. why you use flux or how you check those capacitors. Keep up the good work!

[@Bobaseth01]

Out of curiosity, how did you learn about the switch’s charging circuit being connected to the video chip? I never would’ve guessed. Are there schematics or something along those lines floating around the internet?

[@Tronicsfix]

Just from experience. Now there are lots of videos about it but when they first came out it was a little tricky to figure out.

[@abyzma201]

i mean, it also kinda makes logical sense since the usb c socket is being used both for charging and through video output with the dock

[@petermichaelgreen]

@@abyzma201 Indeed "alternate modes" (such as displayport) are actually negotiated over the power delivery protocol! So in a device that supports both power delivery and one or more alternate modes the two functions are fundamentally tied together.

[@joey.haywood2]

Lol love the videos man, you're easily the best repair channel on KZbin in my opinion. The way you tossed the boards and such back into the switch reminded me of some Michael reeves video edits (which is a good thing lol). Keep up the great work. Love from New Orleans broski

[@LucaBlightOfHighland]

5:55 I loved this little, kinda... "stop motion montage" :P

[@Tronicsfix]

So glad you liked that part!

[@Duxa_]

would be interesting to hear your theories in your videos of how something broke. Would theory here be that they overcurrented or overvoltaged the charge chip by perhaps using a laptop USB C charger?

[@PhuketMyMac]

Really nice lighting setup for the microscope you have now. Crystal clear image. Good job as always

[@ShawneeUnion]

That’s the most crisp board level view I’ve seen on KZbin 👌

[@Freestailo777]

This high zoom footage of the chips looks amazing! New Camera?

[@torstenmichalk4043]

Greetings from Germany and thx for your really good work with all of your videos. Will you take apart a Switch OLED and compare it to a 2019 model?

[@dougiemcbain]

One of the metal prongs inside the charging port on my switch is bent. I have tried bending it back best I can. It charges but getting no image when docked. I bought a new port to replace but it looks tricky and gives me the fear trying it myself.

[@Tronicsfix]

That's a really tough repair if you don't have experience. I recommend shanefix.com he's done thousands of them.

[@giovanniruggiero469]

I love when you explain what you do in the video and why are you doing that, btw noob question from someone who know nothings, why if you put flux on the mobo only the chips come off, shouldn’t the capacitators come off too?

[@MegaHellstrike]

5:55 The editing on that speed reassembly was really good haha

[@sndsofscnce]

Glad you were able to fix it. I really love the design of these Animal Crossing Switches. So cool.

[@korimack3456]

Good fix again wish you would do a video of you fixing loads of broken items again as those are the best

[@Tronicsfix]

I've got one coming up!

[@korimack3456]

Fantastic can’t wait

[@teropirttimaki]

the only thing i would had loved to see personally is you just staring any game on it. Outside that, perfect job as always.

[@reynaldobenitez1924]

I would love to get a switch of my own one day but there hard to come across now and the prices online are just crazy due to scalpers

[@fabianslyszewski2132]

Steve Amazing Fix Keep up the good work 👍

[@Tronicsfix]

Hey thanks!

[@TheOfficialGavinLim]

I love watching these videos, I recently had to send my animal crossing special edition switch for repair as it wasn't holding a charge very long and would deplete to 0 almost instantly. Nintendo's repair did fix it but provided little to no details as to what was repaired.

[@JoshuaG]

5:55 You should do that more often, its kind of mesmerizing ❤❤❤

[@UkdangermanRepairs]

Fantastic video. Really liking the different editing techniques you used. Great stuff Steve.

[@Sneazy3000]

What a tease! I was ready for that thermal paste

[@yoyoprofessorxavier]

A very cathartic feeling when the repair is a success. A simple and effective fix. Feels good!

[@mykalimba]

Did you get a new video microscope? The close up PCB shots are super crisp now.

[@Tronicsfix]

Yes. I couldn't take the soft video from my other microscope cam any longer. I'm pretty happy with this one so far.

[@taylorbaldwin1776]

Hey Steve can you do a tear down of the OLED switch and the joy cons it came with?

[@Tronicsfix]

Maybe. I haven't done one yet because it seems like everyone and their dog are now doing teardowns of everything.

[@btshalflifegarrysmodayasee9497]

Nice job fixing the Switch!

[@Tronicsfix]

Hey thanks!

[@murcegao-dois]

I have this version (I have 2 switch) Congratulations for your work congrats from Brazil

[@cosmic_drew]

I love that thermal paste. Amazing performance and you get a ton of it for like $10-15.

[@jfncho]

great pickup and fix. but wondering why the seller just didnt submit a warranty claim with Nintendo since it was a component failure issue.

[@allthingscyre7177]

Definitely enjoy and learn when watching your stuff. Where do You get spare parts from, like the charge chip?

[@LtdResources]

So glad you were able to repair this Steve, nice job!. Are you selling or keeping? I'm interested in knowing if you collect anything or if you have to sell for profit. Stay safe dude

[@aliasgerzakir]

Great repair nice video to the point and nice game console also

[@Tronicsfix]

So glad you enjoyed!

[@solidcat3917]

I want to learn how to repair too. where do I start?

[@lunanessence4085]

I recently bought this exact special edition switch and have had it crash on every game I play constantly. :/ only had it for about 2 months now and I'm regretting paying 300 dollars for this thing. 😕 I'm enjoying my time when it's usable but for my first switch is kinda disappointing to have it crash so often and brand new at that.

[@opaitaon5230]

This migth be the best looking nintendo switch they released. Loved it got fixed. Question is do you even have time to play games?😂

[@Tronicsfix]

This is a really cool one. I rarely have time to play games.

[@jontait1095]

There was no pink paste under the big heat shield someone has been in there before

[@MrCallmevader]

Watching all the way from Barbados

[@Tronicsfix]

Jealous!

[@crimecity]

Great video lad keep up with the good work

[@Tronicsfix]

Thanks! Will do

[@guardianbeardizer6361]

Awesome repairs as always. I've been trying to fix a friend of mine's sons switch that just out of the blue started blue screening, but I think it's beyond my capabilities

[@nawafturki7963]

you always makes the work looks easy...great job.....Steve

[@patrickmorrissey2271]

I'm wearing my "I'm here because you broke something" t-shirt today too... got a few laughs at the gym..... Nice job on the Switch....

[@Zombie_Smash]

So adorable! I love how excited he gets fixing things.

[@Jo_and_Kayla]

Steve you're doing so good.

[@messymuffin2356]

Hey I love the videos, I just watched the one where you fix a large haul of Nintendo handhelds off of eBay. I’ve really started to get interested in this kinda stuff but truly have no experience and really want to start doing it, I was just wondering what would you recommend doing as a somewhat starting thing to get myself familiar with all of it?

[@julianocs87]

1:42 when he says "Resistance mode" he means the continuity test?

[@filakia]

Its a beautiful switch console set, really glad u fixed it and helped reduce e-waste once again, Steve!

[@Tronicsfix]

Yes, this one is a cool one

[@philsinclair]

When I was a kid I often got told wearing odd socks was a sign of madness 😂

[@Manholmes]

Thumbs up for that reassembly montage alone!

[@shuggiemcg1]

I'm surprised you didn't try a new battery first?

[@Tronicsfix]

Batteries rarely go bad on these and the chip I replaced goes bad often. Sometimes I do test the battery first but I was pretty confident it was the chip.

[@AJpalma23]

You got me excited thinking it was Friday your usually post day

[@Ratchet_effect]

Steve! I clicked your link to the *Microscope* because in your video, it looks very *high quality!* But.. the link takes me to: "omano om2300s v7 7 5x 45x binocular zoom stereo inspection microscope articulating boom stand 80 led rng light" 🤔

[@abandapart82]

Another great video Mr. Steve. Keep it up the great work.

[@windowsxpprofessional]

I actually liked today's sponsor ngl! Only thing is that I can't afford those desks right now since it has no use for me ☹️

[@Tronicsfix]

Great to hear! I'm new to the standing desk thing to but I have to say that I love them. It's so nice to be able to stand up for a while then sit back down. So much sitting is not great for me.

[@windowsxpprofessional]

@@Tronicsfix same, this causes backpain, and I lf I'd have one of those, I'd get up every 20 or 30 mins stand for. 10 mins. Currently, I'd just get up and do no work

[@a1ias86]

I just want to say, your videos have been a blessing for me, they’ve taught me a lot on what problems to diagnose and easily!

[@Th3OmegaPoint]

Man, if only it were that easy to reassemble a Switch! Love it!

[@kjw7556]

awesome stuff Tron !!

[@MegaBadboy26]

I love your videos Steve very informative and well put together Keep up the great work

[@thornels]

Nice find!

[@cooper1095]

surprised you havent done a OLED teardown yet

[@Tronicsfix]

I normally would have but it seems like every KZbinr and their dog are now doing teardowns.

[@user-en9nn3ox9l]

Are u using new lens for the microscope? Love it.

[@OP-xo8jv]

i bought one for 250 with everything in their bags still pretty much new only one problem.... it has a burn mark on the dock

[@FrankEBailey]

Super satisfying! Did you keep this one for yourself since it's unique and was in such pristine condition?