Here’s some notes from my work on the Sega / Cross Systems Sophia. Please note that if no video is showing it might be worth switching the NTSC / PAL switch to NTSC (OFF) as there were some issues from … Continue reading
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Apple MacBook Pro Heat Gun Repair (Mid 2007 / Early 2008)
Here we have a video of me bringing a 17″ MacBook Pro back to life. While not a permanent … Continue reading
XBOX (Original) PSU Solder Cracking Reflow Repair
The power supply was arcing like crazy when power was connected. A little bit of a resolder/reflow with some fresh solder and it … Continue reading
XBOX (Original) TSOP Flash Overview
Here’s what I soldered to flash the BIOS on my revision 1.2 or 1.3 original XBOX. We have a Winbond BIOS on this. Soldering the … Continue reading
XBOX (Original) Softmod Recovery
This guide is by no means complete but might have some hints if you are stuck like I was. Soooo errr the … Continue reading
XBOX (Original) Status Update Softmod TSOP
I know I’m a bit anti-Linux in this video. Sorry Linux, I don’t hate you. I just hate when you are involved … Continue reading
Sega Saturn Model 2 Modchip Installation (Deck 0014)
Here’s a Japanese Saturn that needed a modchip, so I went ahead and installed one. It was a 0014 type of CD … Continue reading
Nixie Clock 3.6V NiCad Battery Replacement NiMH Upgrade
A quick and easy repair/upgrade to my nixie clock. I hate NiCad batteries with a passion. Join me as I install a … Continue reading
Desoldering with the Hakko 808: Removing a Bad Capacitor
Introducing the incredible Hakko 808 desoldering gun. This thing is amazing. I’ll never desolder with braid again! (Well… unless it is … Continue reading
Converting XRGB-mini Adapter to EuroSCART
Just a quick video on the pinout of my XRGB-mini adapter cable. Taste the colours! Aqua, Pink and Blue!… Continue reading
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