Steve i just read your post regarding illness. Want to wish you all the best but also that i too had the same diagnosis in 2021. Same treatment, same symptoms. It's tough but manageable. I guarantee you they have mastered the treatment, and you will recover. I'm in remission, since 2022 treatment ended. Regular checkups and some anxiety when they are due but apart from that i am back to 95% myself. The other 5%is learning how to cope with the worry. You have a lovely wife to help and that is worth a lot. I cannot express enough that positivity is key. Keep taking the meds exactly on time. Thank you for continuing with your videos and know exactly how you feel. ❤
I love this fix. It was so sentimental for me. My little brother had one of these toys and watching you bring it back to life brought back many happy memories of the Christmas that Santa brought it and all the fun our family had playing it. Please revive more retro games and toys. Your content is beautifully wholesome all the time but this one was extra ❤
I LOVE seeing videos JUST LIKE THIS!!! where you pick up a broken piece that's old and (semi)collectable, fix it up after going over the condition and also fixing the defects/damage (like the sticker peeling up a bit) and then selling it for a profit... There are a few channels that do this, but I don't watch them because they aren't about fix the electronics - they're just about fix iy up and reselling.... So if you were to include YOUR buying price and what you SOLD it for then you'd have the FULL CIRCLE and THAT is what's appealing about THSOE videos.... so you'd be COMBINING those type AND your typical electronic fix..... That would be a REALLY COOL addition to your channel occasionally... like a weekly/bi-weekly/monthly special episode... And you go over all/any of the sales that have happened with those specific collectable just on the 'special episode' (I'd say you do it bi-weekly, buy ON TOP of your typical uploads.. (but you CAN'T change your existing schedule because then you might upset THOSE viewers that look forward to Friday because thats when TronicsFix uploads his show.... you know what I mean?)
I remember one of my first repairs.. I cleaned the contacts thoroughly. Probably disassembled more than I needed to.. but it worked! That moment was so magical! I get the same feeling now whenever a piece of previously-broken tech springs to life at the end of a repair!. Love this!!
The one thing I am thinking about with that battery cover is to create a schematic for people to 3D print a new one. Granted there probably isn’t a need to have someone print a bunch because of how old and maybe how many units are out there. Having the schematic online would probably be the best option if someone wants to do it.
About 15 years ago I gave a local collector $400 for an original full-size DK Jr cabinet and he threw one of these tabletop units in for free. It’s surprisingly fun to play. It’s designed in a really clever way to provide a vibrant color backlit screen using only the ambient light in the room.
I know TH-cam is a place where you have to balance doing what you like with also what people want to watch, but I really like seeing people talk about what they’re stoked about. It’s really evident in this how much you like working with this older tech. Definitely keep it coming, especially since it’s something you really enjoy!
So cool to see! My family worked for Coleco way back in the day. I was lucky to have a home PC when I was very young and remember playing games using it's tape drive!
Random old school items being fixed are really interesting. In fact, virtually everything you record being fixed is great fun to watch. Keep up the great work.
+1 for these unique electronics. I love seeing different things inside, and old stuff usually have bigger and easier boards for us to understand. Btw, SPOILER, what do you think ended up fixing this one?
Man, I love watching your videos. You demystify what so many people see as "too complicated" and you're doing a lot to encourage recycling and repairing. I wish there were more like you, and I hope you're doing well.
i love these games, and ive been collecting them for about 10 years now. I bought this one about 4 years ago. I think you got a great deal for 150. Please more super old retro stuff 😊✌️
Never commented on your videos before but have been an avid watcher for a long time, just wanted to say you are awesome and hope you get better and recover in your own time, sending you a manly man hug ❤
How to have an endless supply of content for YT: Buy some working stuff. Pretend its not working by putting empty batterys in it. Open it, clean it, dont find the problem at all, put it back together, use good batterys this time, and voila, its magically working now. So easy.
@Tronicsfix I think you should do a video showing your setup. Showing your workstation, equipment, and storage. This will help others who are trying to get into electronics and get inspiration for how to set up their work area. Btw, huge fan ... love what you are doing and watch your videos every day. Keep the hustle up, you are the man !
I loved the challenge you did a few years back with my mate Vince. Would love to see you and another few TH-camrs do another one. Joey does tech would be cool to see in the mix
Love these types of videos, I collect, Entex, Mattel, Tomi and Kenner handhelds from 80s late 70s, seeing these classics brought back to life is magical.
One of my favorite videos from you. I always enjoy seeing the inner workings of special equipment. And a lot of tension you build up during the screen replacement there ;) Thanks!
Support for you Steve i made my first console repair steps thx to you 7-8 years ago and i'll be gratfull for knowlage you shareds with us!❤ wish you and yours family all the best!❤
Just started watching and you opened the battery bay. With no leaked batteries in there, I figure the worst case scenario is a liquid spill. Still, very good potential to repair it. We will see!!!
Hey been watching a bunch of your vids lately to pass the time. This is one of my favorites. Hope today was a good day for you with everything going on.
This is a great direction you ar going with your channel!! I hope you will do more of those retro repairs because they ad deversity and new old console!
Beautiful machine, in very nice aesthetic condition and complete with box, if you intend to make other videos of this type I am very interested. Good thing the rubber feet have held up and haven't turned into a sticky, greasy goo all these years...
Steve I really hope the treatment is going well and you make a speedy recovery! I love the videos and I’m looking to start messing about with some repairs myself after watching your videos for a while now. I’m a little late to the comments but do you or any viewers have any recommendations for consoles that might be a bit more beginner friendly to get started? Thanks and keep up the amazing work ❤️
Nice job! Happy to see this restored and working again. So, it was just the battery contacts? You did scrape away a bit of corrosion that was thought to be flux, but who knows.
I just opened a factory sealed 2002 xbox (the system just hadn't been opened yet) and took the drive apart, the ribbon cable that goes to the worm gear wasn't even plugged in fully, 2/3 pins weren't fully seeded lmao... disc drive screwed right out the gate. Never seen a system that didn't have the feet taken off until this one, with weird tape over the screws. Very cool way to make sure no one was in it before you. :)
That was cool to see the inside. I still have mine that I had got for Christmas back when I was a kid. I tore all my toys apart but this one survived. Glad I never opened it after seeing that screen. I do miss all my Stompers tho
I'm all for retro repair. I kind of want to see you do a C64, but they are difficult to get fixed without a working one. I got lucky that it partially worked to begin with when I fixed mine.
I've seen a few of those for sale. I'm tempted but haven't bought one yet. Mostly because videos like this don't usually do great on my channel. I still like to do them every once in a while though.
@@Tronicsfix yeah and even the experts will say, c64 repairs are complicated you might want to start retro with something else. lol black screen is most common and it could be the CPU, PLA, VIC, or RAM chips. However......ALL of the chips could cause this. lol So you need special C64 diagnostics to figure it out (or take a working one and swap chips). So yeah it's complicated.
I love seeing stuff like this. I bought a Mario Cement Factory tabletop for $50 with corroded battery terminals and built my own out of scrap pieces of metal and it now works flawlessly. Kept it for my own collection, though, since I didn't really want to sell my own janky work lol
The no jewels unadjusted refers to the internal clock. When not playing, many of these devices had an always on clock on the display. Basically you shouldn't rely on the clock for accuracy. There is no on/off switch because of this always on feature.
I think, if they're copper contacts, they're patinaed. It's oxidation but with class basically. Still very worth cleaning because it can lead to not enough power getting through.
I'd love to but I don't do many because they just don't usually get the same views as my normal content. I do like to change it up sometimes though even when I know it won't get as many views.
Thanks for taking the time to answer. That’s unfortunate. I think those would make some pretty informative videos. At the end you know what works best. I’m a sub for ages anyways and love everything console, controller and 80s stuff. Keep up the good work! @@Tronicsfix
22:43 AHHH Use a little magnet, i got one from harbor freight for finding bolts that fell into odd places, i use it to hold important screws i took out.
My heart goes out to you and your family in this difficult time with your health we are praying for a very speedy recovery and you receive a clean bill of health I had a port-cath saves you a lot of pain with not having to be stuck all the time for blood work and medicine again you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers that you start feeling better as soon as possible. My Service Golden retriever wants to send lots of feel better hugs barks too.
An "unadjusted" movement is a movement where no attempt has been made to ensure that the daily error rate in several orientations (positions) have been minimized across the positions. An "adjusted" movement, therefore, has had some extra care in ensuring that the variance in accuracy between several orientations is minimized.
As far as I know, no jewels means there are no timing crystals which is why it also says unadjusted . It means you can't change the speed by changing the crystal. I could be wrong though. Anyway, the condition is amazing considering it's age. It's a shame we cannot get BW-100 here in the UK, but, to be honest, I have always used DW-40 with no consequences. Sorry to hear about your illness. I really hope it's something that you can get better from.
The no jewels is in reference to the fact that it has no jewels. High end mechanical watches often use jewels as bearings so since this has no moving parts, there are no jewels :)
It's actually to do with import tax. A timepiece that has jewels and is adjusted and calibrated, like a fine mechanical watch, attracts a higher rate of import tax. This Nintendo game does keep and show the time of day, so therefore it can be classified as a timepiece. Some of the handheld versions of Nintendo LCD games were actually called Game & Watch.
Steve, you are looking good so far. I'm there right with you. Started treatment again. Keep up the fight and great videos.
Why .. what’s wrong with him?
@@akaffouni cancer
I like these kind of repairs as much as the consoles
Yeah, I enjoy these random things too.
Honestly I prefer the variety, there's no checkbox to fill in and it works. Everything is a fair game anew with these
Agreed
Same!
Agreed. More retro stuff. Great stuff Steve..
Steve i just read your post regarding illness. Want to wish you all the best but also that i too had the same diagnosis in 2021. Same treatment, same symptoms. It's tough but manageable. I guarantee you they have mastered the treatment, and you will recover. I'm in remission, since 2022 treatment ended. Regular checkups and some anxiety when they are due but apart from that i am back to 95% myself. The other 5%is learning how to cope with the worry. You have a lovely wife to help and that is worth a lot. I cannot express enough that positivity is key. Keep taking the meds exactly on time. Thank you for continuing with your videos and know exactly how you feel. ❤
4:19 -- "Where's the ON button?" If only you had a manual. :)
Lol, who needs the manual?!!
Same thought I had when I heard that
DUDE! We're men, we figure it out or die trying.
Lol who reads manual xD😂😂
😄
I love this fix. It was so sentimental for me. My little brother had one of these toys and watching you bring it back to life brought back many happy memories of the Christmas that Santa brought it and all the fun our family had playing it. Please revive more retro games and toys. Your content is beautifully wholesome all the time but this one was extra ❤
That's awesome that you guys had one of these! They are pretty cool.
Definitely like the older/ more obscure stuff. You can only watch so many PS5 repairs until they start to seem same-y. Great vid :)
Love this! Please do more like this in addition to what you usually do. A little variety is good here and there. 😊
Has original manual. Directions printed on the bottom. "I don't know how to operate this." - man
I LOVE seeing videos JUST LIKE THIS!!! where you pick up a broken piece that's old and (semi)collectable, fix it up after going over the condition and also fixing the defects/damage (like the sticker peeling up a bit) and then selling it for a profit... There are a few channels that do this, but I don't watch them because they aren't about fix the electronics - they're just about fix iy up and reselling.... So if you were to include YOUR buying price and what you SOLD it for then you'd have the FULL CIRCLE and THAT is what's appealing about THSOE videos.... so you'd be COMBINING those type AND your typical electronic fix..... That would be a REALLY COOL addition to your channel occasionally... like a weekly/bi-weekly/monthly special episode... And you go over all/any of the sales that have happened with those specific collectable just on the 'special episode' (I'd say you do it bi-weekly, buy ON TOP of your typical uploads.. (but you CAN'T change your existing schedule because then you might upset THOSE viewers that look forward to Friday because thats when TronicsFix uploads his show.... you know what I mean?)
I remember one of my first repairs.. I cleaned the contacts thoroughly. Probably disassembled more than I needed to.. but it worked! That moment was so magical! I get the same feeling now whenever a piece of previously-broken tech springs to life at the end of a repair!. Love this!!
Enjoy seeing repairs on older devices like this..
The music when you are messing with the overlays is EPIC.
Ha, ha...YES! I'm glad you liked that part. M editor, Dan, added that. I love it too!
The one thing I am thinking about with that battery cover is to create a schematic for people to 3D print a new one. Granted there probably isn’t a need to have someone print a bunch because of how old and maybe how many units are out there. Having the schematic online would probably be the best option if someone wants to do it.
About 15 years ago I gave a local collector $400 for an original full-size DK Jr cabinet and he threw one of these tabletop units in for free. It’s surprisingly fun to play. It’s designed in a really clever way to provide a vibrant color backlit screen using only the ambient light in the room.
I know TH-cam is a place where you have to balance doing what you like with also what people want to watch, but I really like seeing people talk about what they’re stoked about. It’s really evident in this how much you like working with this older tech. Definitely keep it coming, especially since it’s something you really enjoy!
So cool to see! My family worked for Coleco way back in the day. I was lucky to have a home PC when I was very young and remember playing games using it's tape drive!
we had the cartridge version on the coleco vision :)
Random old school items being fixed are really interesting. In fact, virtually everything you record being fixed is great fun to watch. Keep up the great work.
+1 for these unique electronics. I love seeing different things inside, and old stuff usually have bigger and easier boards for us to understand.
Btw, SPOILER, what do you think ended up fixing this one?
I think it must have been the battery contacts. They didn't look too bad but they must have been.
Man, I love watching your videos. You demystify what so many people see as "too complicated" and you're doing a lot to encourage recycling and repairing. I wish there were more like you, and I hope you're doing well.
I like these repairs MORE than the console repairs. Old tech is just so amazing
Glad you enjoyed! These are a fun change of pace for me as well.
It's crazy how little went into this old tech but it is still pretty amazing for what it does
i love these games, and ive been collecting them for about 10 years now. I bought this one about 4 years ago. I think you got a great deal for 150. Please more super old retro stuff 😊✌️
So good to see all the positive comments. You’ve got a lot of support here Steve. Wishing you all the best.
This channel is one of my favorites! I love all the different tech and the spirit of repair. I'd love to see more old stuff like this.
Never commented on your videos before but have been an avid watcher for a long time, just wanted to say you are awesome and hope you get better and recover in your own time, sending you a manly man hug ❤
I love this. The condition of the actual unit was shockingly clean
Steve,
I love your video's and watch religiously every upload. Take care of yourself.
We are all rooting for you and your happy and healthy recovery.
Please do more of these! It’s great you can do consoles, but more of this is pretty awesome!
My favourite childhood game. My father went to Japan for business and purchased the handheld version that folds flat. Love it and the music.
How to have an endless supply of content for YT: Buy some working stuff. Pretend its not working by putting empty batterys in it. Open it, clean it, dont find the problem at all, put it back together, use good batterys this time, and voila, its magically working now. So easy.
@Tronicsfix
I think you should do a video showing your setup. Showing your workstation, equipment, and storage. This will help others who are trying to get into electronics and get inspiration for how to set up their work area.
Btw, huge fan ... love what you are doing and watch your videos every day. Keep the hustle up, you are the man !
Bro! Dont kid yourself! We love all of your content.
This repair was fun to watch! I enjoy watching you repair all sorts of electronics so feel free to change it up from consoles.
I loved the challenge you did a few years back with my mate Vince. Would love to see you and another few TH-camrs do another one. Joey does tech would be cool to see in the mix
Love these types of videos, I collect, Entex, Mattel, Tomi and Kenner handhelds from 80s late 70s, seeing these classics brought back to life is magical.
One of my favorite videos from you. I always enjoy seeing the inner workings of special equipment. And a lot of tension you build up during the screen replacement there ;) Thanks!
Support for you Steve i made my first console repair steps thx to you 7-8 years ago and i'll be gratfull for knowlage you shareds with us!❤ wish you and yours family all the best!❤
We love you TronicsFix Insallah you will get better my prayers go out to you my brother 🥰🙏🏽
Just started watching and you opened the battery bay. With no leaked batteries in there, I figure the worst case scenario is a liquid spill. Still, very good potential to repair it. We will see!!!
Hey been watching a bunch of your vids lately to pass the time. This is one of my favorites. Hope today was a good day for you with everything going on.
There’s one of this model listed on EBay with the box and inserts for $439.98. You got a great deal.
It's only worth what someone will actually pay for it.
I love the addition of suspenseful music when trying to line up the screens and reassembling.
I really enjoy these videos of super old and rare electronics repairs. Great work Steve!
I am in shock and awe how clean the insides of this were. Glad it made its way to you.
You can use a little piece if tape to keep the LCD screen tabs in alignment for the reassemble - GREAT video!!!
wow this little retro gizmo is so neat, love it. Was so happy you were able to fix the little guy!
This is a great direction you ar going with your channel!! I hope you will do more of those retro repairs because they ad deversity and new old console!
Please, more of this kind of content. Love it so much!! It helps me know and understand more of the basics on simpler systems.
Do more of these just like 'StezStix Fix?' would be great can't get enough.
Beautiful machine, in very nice aesthetic condition and complete with box, if you intend to make other videos of this type I am very interested.
Good thing the rubber feet have held up and haven't turned into a sticky, greasy goo all these years...
Yeah, that gooey rubber is so gross!
The transitions and production quality seems to have really improved this video. Great content as always!
Love it! I always wanted one of these when I was a kid. They were manufactured about 30 minutes from where I live.
Steve I really hope the treatment is going well and you make a speedy recovery! I love the videos and I’m looking to start messing about with some repairs myself after watching your videos for a while now. I’m a little late to the comments but do you or any viewers have any recommendations for consoles that might be a bit more beginner friendly to get started? Thanks and keep up the amazing work ❤️
I absolutely love seeing retro consoles coming back to life!
Hope your feeling strong brother.
I've learned a lot from you. Thanks .
Much love, God bless 🙏
That enhancement you did on the screen was brilliant.. Great repair. Great video. 💪
Definitely keeping you in our prayers bud. Been watching you for awhile now. You always seemed like a really nice person.
Nice job! Happy to see this restored and working again. So, it was just the battery contacts? You did scrape away a bit of corrosion that was thought to be flux, but who knows.
You’re doing so well Steve. Great fix and yes do more retro stuff please!
I just opened a factory sealed 2002 xbox (the system just hadn't been opened yet) and took the drive apart, the ribbon cable that goes to the worm gear wasn't even plugged in fully, 2/3 pins weren't fully seeded lmao... disc drive screwed right out the gate. Never seen a system that didn't have the feet taken off until this one, with weird tape over the screws. Very cool way to make sure no one was in it before you. :)
I don't know why you always put everything back together just to try to turn things on, but I like that optimistic from you
great fix as always 😁
Well done fixing it. I am pretty sure it’s crt screen not lcd screen for that time. You did it right well done. 🛠️
That was cool to see the inside. I still have mine that I had got for Christmas back when I was a kid. I tore all my toys apart but this one survived. Glad I never opened it after seeing that screen. I do miss all my Stompers tho
27:56 I think you should get a variable bench power supply. It will let you test devices without assembling everything back together.
So cool to see you working on something SUPER retro. Very cool.
I'm all for retro repair. I kind of want to see you do a C64, but they are difficult to get fixed without a working one. I got lucky that it partially worked to begin with when I fixed mine.
I've seen a few of those for sale. I'm tempted but haven't bought one yet. Mostly because videos like this don't usually do great on my channel. I still like to do them every once in a while though.
@@Tronicsfix yeah and even the experts will say, c64 repairs are complicated you might want to start retro with something else. lol black screen is most common and it could be the CPU, PLA, VIC, or RAM chips. However......ALL of the chips could cause this. lol So you need special C64 diagnostics to figure it out (or take a working one and swap chips). So yeah it's complicated.
I spent so much time playing on one of these! So much fun. Great video bringing back memories…
What a beautiful childhood those of us who today are 30 or more had.😊
Honestly you could fix anything on this channel and I'll enjoy watching it.
I dig the AAFES price tag, that is Army and Air Force Exchange Services. It came from the store on a military base!
Wow, I had no idea. That's interesting. Thanks for commenting
I like these retro system breakdowns too, they bring us an air of "not so complicated" things back then
As long as it’s a Video Game, I’ll Definitely watch it. You make it look so easy, but made me start doing repairs other than just cleaning.
I love seeing stuff like this. I bought a Mario Cement Factory tabletop for $50 with corroded battery terminals and built my own out of scrap pieces of metal and it now works flawlessly. Kept it for my own collection, though, since I didn't really want to sell my own janky work lol
I'd love to see you fix more old retro consoles/arcades! Great content.
I remember getting this game for Christmas way back and it was so awesome to see one again and working.
The no jewels unadjusted refers to the internal clock. When not playing, many of these devices had an always on clock on the display. Basically you shouldn't rely on the clock for accuracy. There is no on/off switch because of this always on feature.
I love these kind of repairs with things from the 80s. Brings me back to my youth.
Great job, I wish you a speedy recovery of your health and get better day by day Greetings from Colombia
Yes! These old table top arcades are an awesome repair idea and showcase..
I think, if they're copper contacts, they're patinaed. It's oxidation but with class basically. Still very worth cleaning because it can lead to not enough power getting through.
That’s so awesome!! Keep bringing those memories Steve, stay strong buddy
You can use Brasso or Maas to clean the tarnish on metal parts such as battery connectors
This was cool to watch. Really old things are always interesting to see taken apart.
Awesome topic! Please more of those 80s gadgets
I'd love to but I don't do many because they just don't usually get the same views as my normal content. I do like to change it up sometimes though even when I know it won't get as many views.
Thanks for taking the time to answer. That’s unfortunate. I think those would make some pretty informative videos. At the end you know what works best. I’m a sub for ages anyways and love everything console, controller and 80s stuff. Keep up the good work! @@Tronicsfix
22:48 ..... thought this bs only happened to me.
cheers for this fix. 😁
Awesome video! I‘d love to see more of these.
Edit: Wow, those moments with the screen were intense…
Please continue those sporadic videos. It really gives your content some good variety
22:43 AHHH Use a little magnet, i got one from harbor freight for finding bolts that fell into odd places, i use it to hold important screws i took out.
It's nice to see you repair more unique things, especially if they give you a challenge.
I actually had this tabletop when it was brand new as a child . Brought back memories thanks for that .
My heart goes out to you and your family in this difficult time with your health we are praying for a very speedy recovery and you receive a clean bill of health I had a port-cath saves you a lot of pain with not having to be stuck all the time for blood work and medicine again you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers that you start feeling better as soon as possible. My Service Golden retriever wants to send lots of feel better hugs barks too.
An "unadjusted" movement is a movement where no attempt has been made to ensure that the daily error rate in several orientations (positions) have been minimized across the positions. An "adjusted" movement, therefore, has had some extra care in ensuring that the variance in accuracy between several orientations is minimized.
I loved the simplicity of these old machines. If the screen is not damaged then it’s more than likely just not getting power.
Nice video Steve! Where are you gonna post this to sell?
Steve i would watch you repair anything, i like watching you open stuff up so i can see what us inside
There's something heart warming about these old things coming back to life. Go for it!
As far as I know, no jewels means there are no timing crystals which is why it also says unadjusted . It means you can't change the speed by changing the crystal. I could be wrong though. Anyway, the condition is amazing considering it's age. It's a shame we cannot get BW-100 here in the UK, but, to be honest, I have always used DW-40 with no consequences. Sorry to hear about your illness. I really hope it's something that you can get better from.
The no jewels is in reference to the fact that it has no jewels. High end mechanical watches often use jewels as bearings so since this has no moving parts, there are no jewels :)
It's actually to do with import tax. A timepiece that has jewels and is adjusted and calibrated, like a fine mechanical watch, attracts a higher rate of import tax. This Nintendo game does keep and show the time of day, so therefore it can be classified as a timepiece. Some of the handheld versions of Nintendo LCD games were actually called Game & Watch.
I love these videos! These old tech items were so neat, really sad we dont see these anymore (not from legit companies, that is!)
I absolutely love watching you work on these really old games..
I had that very one as a kid. Wow, what memories that brings back....
That's awesome! I never had one...or even knew they existed when I was a kid.
Oh the manuals and box(while rough) does add a lot of value to this!