Rare, Broken Nintendo DSi - Only 8,000 Made - Let's Fix It!

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  • @TheBrokenPast
    @TheBrokenPast ปีที่แล้ว +610

    Welcome to the DSi repair club! An exclusive group of people brave enough to tackle a DSi screen / ribbon / case / component disassembly nightmare.... Job well done!

    • @Im-building-stuff
      @Im-building-stuff ปีที่แล้ว +36

      Not that hard BRO 😅

    • @FJness
      @FJness ปีที่แล้ว +1

      😂

    • @ryuga528
      @ryuga528 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Im trying to mod my dsi with usb c port what screwdriver do I need

    • @Im-building-stuff
      @Im-building-stuff ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@ryuga528 I use a screwdriver (1.5) (2.0) in a cross shape and 1.5 in the shape of a Y, because when I repair, I also find screws like that.

    • @crawler-trainspotting
      @crawler-trainspotting ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@Im-building-stuff about that....

  • @jamiecruickshank9697
    @jamiecruickshank9697 ปีที่แล้ว +100

    When swapping out these screen you really need to calibrate them to fix the flicker on them. It may not be as obvious in person. There is 2 potentiometers on the bottom under the battery cover that you can adjust to get the LCDs looking perfect again.

    • @Zoldier92
      @Zoldier92 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      No need to. The flicker can only be seen on camera, not in person.

    • @jamiecruickshank9697
      @jamiecruickshank9697 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      @@Zoldier92 It depends on how bad it is, I refurbish Nintendo consoles myself and always calibrate them using the official Nintendo Aging cartridge. Not all of them look as bad but if you run the tester, you can see just how bad some of them are.

  • @RKVideos92
    @RKVideos92 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    It impresses me in how you can find all these rare consoles, the retro future is also very good at finding them. Love your work

  • @jonathancheesman8385
    @jonathancheesman8385 ปีที่แล้ว +313

    Nick Robinson did a whole video exposé on the McDonald's DSI and training cartridge 2 years ago. He even dumped the rom online so anyone can play it, prior to that it wasn't available.

    • @ChrisEpp
      @ChrisEpp ปีที่แล้ว +45

      I second this, that was an insane video and would recommend it!

    • @smartfox2295
      @smartfox2295 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@ChrisEpp Link to the video from Nick Robinson: th-cam.com/video/-e6xOBCAVvA/w-d-xo.html

    • @erjotq
      @erjotq ปีที่แล้ว +14

      His video is amazing!

    • @Tronicsfix
      @Tronicsfix  ปีที่แล้ว +62

      Cool! Haven't seen that one.

    • @chriskaprys
      @chriskaprys ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Indeed. Such a good video. I was so surprised that Steve got his hands on one of these!

  • @Spartan122S
    @Spartan122S ปีที่แล้ว +133

    Now this is what I live for! When I thought I’ve seen it all you come along surprising me every time with these rare models!

    • @Tronicsfix
      @Tronicsfix  ปีที่แล้ว +14

      So good to hear! Glad you're enjoying these!

  • @korkuc26
    @korkuc26 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Been watching you for a while now. Truly appreciate how honest you are along with the passion you have. Wish there was more repair techs like you. Totally wish I had even a smidge of the knowledge you have

  • @worldsboss
    @worldsboss ปีที่แล้ว +42

    This was like watching open heart surgery 😨 So relieved that you were able to save this cool piece of history

    • @Tronicsfix
      @Tronicsfix  ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Ha, ha, I'm so glad I was able to fix it too. These old handhelds are so cool!

  • @M1LAD81
    @M1LAD81 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    I'm here because someone broke something, so now I can see it be fixed.....hopefully! Nice one, Steve.

    • @Tronicsfix
      @Tronicsfix  ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Ha, ha....hopefully!

  • @jdgamingandfriends5286
    @jdgamingandfriends5286 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    Every little click and snap sound made while taking the mc donalds dsi apart must have made your heart stop.
    Great repair Steve!

    • @Tronicsfix
      @Tronicsfix  ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Ha, ha, I was a little anxious during this repair

  • @danielstevenson1216
    @danielstevenson1216 ปีที่แล้ว +119

    The Retro Future and TronicsFix, the crossover we all have been waiting for. Ifixit can't wait to sponsor.

  • @jeffreyjeffrey007
    @jeffreyjeffrey007 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    That wasn't nerve reacking at all, everytime I heard plastic snaps, I audibly gasped. Well done!

    • @Tronicsfix
      @Tronicsfix  ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Ha, ha. I was a little nervous during this repair!

  • @w1ze07513
    @w1ze07513 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Whoa, look at the buldge on that one.
    Had no idea these existed. I'm loving it.

  • @robertday5243
    @robertday5243 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Love see you fixing stuff Steve, no matter what it is.. you always have me in awe.. have you ever worked on atari Lynx's??

  • @JRald2016
    @JRald2016 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I've been needing to do this to my pokemon black and white dsi. The displays got messed up due to moisture, but the rest of the console works perfectly. I even have an extra dsi for parts, but I lacked the confidence. After watching this , i might finally give it a shot.

  • @sirflimflam
    @sirflimflam ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I really miss stuff like this existing... Never happen again. The ubiquity of smartphones have all but guaranteed any such thing would be a phone app.

    • @Tronicsfix
      @Tronicsfix  ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Yes, this cool stuff is going away too fast

  • @dallasscanlon3587
    @dallasscanlon3587 ปีที่แล้ว

    One of your videos popped up I'm my feed. Been binge watching them over the last week. Awesome work.

  • @TheRetroFuture
    @TheRetroFuture ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great video Streve! Thank you for the mention. Lets cook some burgers!

    • @Tronicsfix
      @Tronicsfix  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Loved your video as well! Lol, burgers it is!

  • @Lizardfiz12
    @Lizardfiz12 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A SPICY PILLOW!! I LOVE IT, absolutely using that from now on

  • @VOLTRONDEFENDER4440
    @VOLTRONDEFENDER4440 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I remember having a DSI and was liquid damaged but after drying out started working again! sold it to half price books since I have a 2ds XL!

  • @Breakbeats92.5
    @Breakbeats92.5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I had the clamshell game & watch waaaaay back in the day and these days I find myself on ebay for far too long looking up all things dual screen. Nintendo gets you hooked when your young and the addiction remains in you as you mature!

  • @retrounlimited6921
    @retrounlimited6921 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Made me so nervous removing that top case 😩... I used my spouses hair dryer to remove similar items and even that works well enough to get these items loose! Regardless, awesome video 😁

  • @dylanlang5728
    @dylanlang5728 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    My Anxiety Levels When You Were Putting The Ribbon Cable In Through The Hinge 📈📈📈📈📈📈

  • @ReetinEntertainment
    @ReetinEntertainment ปีที่แล้ว +35

    I always admire how you curse a lot less than I would during these repairs.

  • @germanw2332
    @germanw2332 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Would you consider making a video showing the gear you use to fix all these things? I have a soldering iron, but the tips I have certainly wouldn't work on some of the super small stuff you work on. It's barely passable for soldering RGB light strips together! Would love to know what all you've got in your shop to fix things!

  • @hawkfeather6802
    @hawkfeather6802 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Nice job,it looks great! 19:41 on US and European consoles you can change the language but on Japanese ones you can't

    • @TheSpotify95
      @TheSpotify95 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hopefully the Japanese version of the DSi will at least allow you to play English games (and other games in English), if you've played with the DSi a lot then you should hopefully know what each menu does!

  • @craigwise6374
    @craigwise6374 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You always amaze me mate, i just got the inspiration to fix my C64 and it's working now. So thank you for everything

  • @smashICE1
    @smashICE1 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome dedication, well done.
    I wonder how long it takes to manufacture one these when you have done it hundreds of times

  • @lukehyoshy
    @lukehyoshy ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Of all your videos that I watch, the ones that have this part of running the cables on the Nintendo DS is the one that worries me the most. The difficulty seems to be high!

  • @ruckus7554
    @ruckus7554 ปีที่แล้ว

    Use Rotico for the glass and other little bits that like to stick around. Great video.

  • @RougeOrange
    @RougeOrange 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I also have a working McDonald's DSi and all three cartridges!
    Super cool repair!

  • @juanatenco453
    @juanatenco453 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    OMG routing the cables must've been a nightmare. Great video as always.

    • @Tronicsfix
      @Tronicsfix  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes, not the most fun I've had

  • @Ishizkos
    @Ishizkos ปีที่แล้ว

    I got a special edition dsi and had to do this. this is a nice tip for others to who arnt comfortable going deep into the repair. like this one mine was also black. I just bought another black one in good condition and put my top shell and bottom shell onto it. then tadaa like new again! lol. and if its Japanese you can swap the main boards. just keep the one you removed if its a special one for later down road.

  • @GrundleGrump
    @GrundleGrump ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I purchased my first iFixit toolkit thanks to this channel. Wonderful quality at great price. Thank you for suggestions! Look forward to dismantling many laptops and making them work even less than they did before... #techlife! Question: What's the most expensive thing you've accidentally broken beyond repair when the repair was otherwise reasonably simple, just by honest mistake?

  • @chasefournier
    @chasefournier ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Man Steve! I remember getting a DSI for Christmas of 2008!! Those were the days man. Fantastic job fixing this one! Any DS console top screen repair is the hardest repair ever imo lol

    • @Tronicsfix
      @Tronicsfix  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Such cool handhelds. I never owned one as a kid but I get plenty of them now, lol!

  • @jantrisko
    @jantrisko ปีที่แล้ว

    Almost like an organ transplant surgeon 👍 Things become easy when you watch the work of someone who is excellent in his field and knows what he is doing. Great work, keep it up.

  • @antoinepersonnel6509
    @antoinepersonnel6509 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Replacing top screens on Ds's (any model of DS or 3DS) is the most exhausting thing to do... such an hassle... but on the best handhelds ever made... it's always an odd feeling to repair theses

  • @ialwi4262
    @ialwi4262 ปีที่แล้ว

    watching you doing this hinge ribbon cable thing gives me ptsd. 😆 Great Videos Man.

  • @Thehotdogman
    @Thehotdogman ปีที่แล้ว

    This one was kinda nerve wracking. Good job!

  • @fossil2003
    @fossil2003 ปีที่แล้ว

    You sound a bit under the weather during this one, I get the feeling it was a bit of struggle. Thanks for another great upload, especially if you were poorly.

  • @chadbranston9741
    @chadbranston9741 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You sounded a little ill in this vid, hope you're feeling better soon

  • @jakapratama2590
    @jakapratama2590 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Looking at how the screen and ribbon cables assembled in DSi and how meticulous and tedious the job is, makes you AT LEAST wonder and appreciates how are the production operators in the Nintendo assembly line done them, right? I mean, how many UPH (Unit Per Hour) produced with this kind of setup.

  • @Bargeral
    @Bargeral ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'd love a vid that shows what you do with items after repair.

  • @WantBadtime
    @WantBadtime ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Now fix the rarest McDonalds training game on for the icing of the cake if you can find one for parts on Ebay some day.

    • @Tronicsfix
      @Tronicsfix  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That would be amazing!

  • @demonbeast86
    @demonbeast86 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice dsi only you need now is the cartridge of training and a code for the cartridge if remember correctly are unique

  • @LOrealHardly
    @LOrealHardly ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A couple of Edge of the Seat moments there, phew!

  • @BokiJuda
    @BokiJuda ปีที่แล้ว

    Taking a picture of the cabling setup while recording a video, my man!

    • @Tronicsfix
      @Tronicsfix  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I do that because then I don't have to stop filming, take out the SD card, take it to my computer, find the clip out of large amounts of footage, watch it, then take the card back, put it in the camera and start filming again. Seems like a whole lot easier to just snap a couple of photos of exactly what I need with my phone that's just sitting right next to me. But hey what would I know, lol

  • @dantenage9687
    @dantenage9687 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Crazy steve has done it again

  • @JustAMoky
    @JustAMoky ปีที่แล้ว

    The retro future and TronicsFix
    Two of my favorite TH-camrs 🕺

  • @SKotris84
    @SKotris84 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    A true master of his craft. Reminds me of when the PS4 came out and I replaced the HDD on my own. I felt like king crap so I tried to put a Craigslist ad to replace other people's HDD. I got ZERO responses lol

  • @garynewell6947
    @garynewell6947 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    sounds like your getting a cold steve really like this type of video great work

    • @Tronicsfix
      @Tronicsfix  ปีที่แล้ว

      I was getting over being sick in this video. Glad you enjoyed!

  • @TheSkaldenmettrunk
    @TheSkaldenmettrunk ปีที่แล้ว

    Loved Elliot's Video and love your video fixing it.

  • @VideoGameRestoration
    @VideoGameRestoration ปีที่แล้ว

    Brave man! DSis are so brutal. Great repair!

  • @The_LexSter
    @The_LexSter ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Imagine this coming with a Happy Meal!

    • @Tronicsfix
      @Tronicsfix  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Lol, that would be so cool!

  • @MrGarryGrey
    @MrGarryGrey ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I bought DSi LL myself. Japanese consoles do not have an option to change the language, but you can mod the console and patch it. DSi are very easy to mod (you just need an SD card), but you might want to keep it the way it is.

  • @ubtech2938
    @ubtech2938 ปีที่แล้ว

    I came from the cod3r channel thank you for sending him ps4 motherboard although he couldn't fix it but he did an interesting video on it

  • @TheGlitchyMario
    @TheGlitchyMario ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is awesome! However, you might want to turn off autofocus lol

  • @lemoan7840
    @lemoan7840 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can’t stop watching your videos

  • @spdrmn34
    @spdrmn34 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Have you ever considered using masking tape to keep the ribbon cables wrapped? It’s what I normally do so they stay together. Just a helpful tip

  • @Brady_Knifedge
    @Brady_Knifedge ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love seeing the Cod bo3 special edition ps4s

  • @emilioaguirre1634
    @emilioaguirre1634 ปีที่แล้ว

    I found my Nintendo DS that still works despite having a broken hinge and the moisture indicator show that it has water damage, it's going to need a new shell. This is what needs to be replaced; the battery, it's starting to swell, the bottom screen is really scratched up, the speaker doesn't sound right anymore. The card reader need to be checked to if it needs to be either replaced or cleaned. It needs a full tear down to see what other problems it may have on the inside because of the water damage. It does not have a stylus pen or the charger.

  • @XENONEOMORPH1979
    @XENONEOMORPH1979 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    as always ste the clues are in the details nice video .

  • @vwgolffancarreviews7111
    @vwgolffancarreviews7111 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just the right amount of thermal paste Steve

  • @thegees
    @thegees ปีที่แล้ว +2

    thank you for using the correct terminology 'spicy pillow' haha. +1 for watching nick robinsons video and playing the software yourself it's fun

  • @mattrichardson4351
    @mattrichardson4351 ปีที่แล้ว

    We need to get the retro future VS, going 🙌✌️❤️

  • @dennisgarciaii5290
    @dennisgarciaii5290 ปีที่แล้ว

    Curious when will you be on whatnot again???? Love the vids!

  • @ray24051
    @ray24051 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome fix Steve.

  • @SlingshotGamer
    @SlingshotGamer ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I’m lovin it . Great repair

  • @hellspinner8378
    @hellspinner8378 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    If anyone wants more information about the game and the console i suggest everyone to watch Nick Robinson's videos about the Mc Dsi and training game.

  • @N0xturn
    @N0xturn ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yea one big mac with a Nintendo DSi please!

  • @catgamer6480
    @catgamer6480 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This so cool that you got one

    • @Tronicsfix
      @Tronicsfix  ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes! I enjoyed fixing this one

  • @TheTartarsaws
    @TheTartarsaws ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love your repairs

    • @Tronicsfix
      @Tronicsfix  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks! Glad you enjoy

  • @jonhu4127
    @jonhu4127 ปีที่แล้ว

    I would have loved to be there when you got it powered up. I probably could have helped with translation

  • @martinrc80
    @martinrc80 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Someone should send you the McDonald’s ice cream machine next!!!

    • @Tronicsfix
      @Tronicsfix  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I've looked for a broken one but sadly they aren't usually available anywhere.

    • @martinrc80
      @martinrc80 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Tronicsfix according to internet memes they are EVERYWHERE!!! 😂😂😂

    • @Tronicsfix
      @Tronicsfix  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Lol. that's true...just not for sale!

  • @ryanjones7681
    @ryanjones7681 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can you do a repair tutorial on how to replace the broken plastic clips from the ribbon cables?
    (Dealing with some rn and its a pain...)

  • @aalvarez8874
    @aalvarez8874 ปีที่แล้ว

    My all life console was a blue DSI which even nowadays I still play. This video hurted haha

  • @SamuraiTacos1
    @SamuraiTacos1 ปีที่แล้ว

    looks awesome i thought you could change language

  • @smedlap8789
    @smedlap8789 ปีที่แล้ว

    When I was growing up in MN there was a radio station that played this recording from an Mc Donalds drive through and the guy went off the handle screaming "get your Mc head out of your Mc ass" or something like that and it cracks me up when I think about it. 🤣🤣🤣 My dad used to say it all the time.

  • @jacobenzor3359
    @jacobenzor3359 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hello, I love watching you repair stuff lol. I have a DS I bought new back in like 07 that when opened all the way the speakers stop working, but when half open they work. Gotta be a wire caught in the hinge. Wanna fix it for me? 😅

  • @hawwin
    @hawwin ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wow what a cool console

  • @mukeshgoolcharan6121
    @mukeshgoolcharan6121 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good stuff man

  • @realgamerguyvlog32
    @realgamerguyvlog32 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Nice Steve, are you planning on keeping this DSI, I would if I were you,

    • @Tronicsfix
      @Tronicsfix  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Undecided. It's definitely a cool one though

  • @alfiesmith216
    @alfiesmith216 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great vid clever stuff ❤

  • @CDRaff
    @CDRaff ปีที่แล้ว

    Getting that ribbon cable through the hinge is so frustrating I can hardly watch someone else do it.

  • @DracoGalboy
    @DracoGalboy ปีที่แล้ว +2

    3:08 would have been a perfect segway into sponsor read, since iFixIt (iirc) has repair guides and detailed instructions on disassembly and assembly.

  • @TechGamer-pq1gu
    @TechGamer-pq1gu ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I fricken hate replacing the top screen because of the terrible ribbon design that can be damaged with little to no effort during installation.

  • @SouthernMenace
    @SouthernMenace ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Not gonna lie: I always have an anxiety spike seeing DSi and 3DS hinge jobs.
    Changed my 3DS to screen once, never again, with my sausage fingers.

    • @Tronicsfix
      @Tronicsfix  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      That's a difficult repair!

  • @RukaIXR
    @RukaIXR 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Late, but im an American, I can identify the mcdonalds logo no matter how much you censor it lol

  • @epictomat
    @epictomat 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I think the wrench icon app is the settings

  • @Veritas1980-Chill
    @Veritas1980-Chill ปีที่แล้ว +6

    On the Nintendo DSi Menu, use the stylus to select the Settings (wrench) icon.
    Select the right arrow thee times to go to page 4, then select Language.
    Select from the options options on the screen: English. ...
    Select OK (the bottom-right button) to confirm and return to the System Settings.

    • @Tronicsfix
      @Tronicsfix  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ya, that doesn't work on the Japanese versions

  • @Fizggig
    @Fizggig ปีที่แล้ว

    oh god this DS. Have you guys watched that video of that guy who saught out to not only get 1 of these but to get access to play the Mcdonalds game they have installed? What a journey.

    • @jonathancheesman8385
      @jonathancheesman8385 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nick Robinson. He even dumped the rom online so anyone can play it!

    • @Fizggig
      @Fizggig ปีที่แล้ว

      @Jonathan Cheesman yeah he Is a true mvp. Great TH-cam video adventure. I was at the edge of my seat like man I hope this guy gets it.

  • @hanbill
    @hanbill ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow never knew those even exists

  • @IamOmgPhil
    @IamOmgPhil ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A Japanese DS is only avail in JP. you can flash the firmware on it, so thats the only way to get english (I have 3DS LL / Speak Japanese)

  • @orionnice
    @orionnice หลายเดือนก่อน

    One Piece mentioned ! 17:09

  • @Mechanoid
    @Mechanoid ปีที่แล้ว

    i did this as my first repair ever, before this video.
    IT TOOK HOURS, never again XD

  • @Paul--W
    @Paul--W ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Kind of feel Nick Robinson deserved a mention here.

    • @Tronicsfix
      @Tronicsfix  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I would have if I would have known about him. Just finding out about him in these comments

    • @Paul--W
      @Paul--W ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Tronicsfix That's fair. You should give him a watch. He really does go above and beyond to produce compelling content.

  • @Gabo_Koopa
    @Gabo_Koopa 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Holy moly a McDonald’s dis!

  • @TakeNoShift
    @TakeNoShift ปีที่แล้ว

    I have a black and blue DS Lite that works and just needs a battery and battery cover (the top screen hinge is also floppy), a Pokemon Black DSi with a broken top screen, and a disassembled 3DS in my electronics drawer that failed due to snapped ribbon cables going up to the screen and I broke the top screen shell during disassembly so it needs a shell. When I was about 3 years old, the DSi for my 7th birthday I think, and the 3DS around when it launched. I'm eventually gonna repair them both. Too many memories with them to just toss em.
    Does anyone know if anyone makes cool clear shells for the 3DS? Like the clear N64 colors. I know they do that for the switch.

  • @cheezyfriez12
    @cheezyfriez12 ปีที่แล้ว

    You can softmod it and change the language, or at least i think you can. it can at least be done on 3ds.

  • @colonelgraff9198
    @colonelgraff9198 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Did that come with fries?

  • @colinboneham7387
    @colinboneham7387 ปีที่แล้ว

    After just fixing the left & right trigger buttons on my dsi & 3ds I left the pain of trying to get the dsi bk together, they are so fidgety esp wen you got large fingers like me…..