PS3 Controller on NES/SNES Retro Wireless Gaming | Retro Repair Guy Review
The Retro Repair Guy reviews the Brook Wingman adapter for the NES and SNES that allows you to play your old retro console with a wireless controller and a choice of over 125 others.
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Retro Repair Guy reviews in between his regular series aimed at retro and vintage electronic repair and restoration.
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00:00 Snazzy Intro
00:15 Show Intro & Apology
03:54 Unboxing and Testing the Brook Wingman on NES
06:04 How to update firmware
08:06 Inside the adapter
09:08 Conclusion and notes on the adapter
11:36 Credits
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SAVE MONEY Salvaging Old Electronics | Retro Repair Guy Tips
The Retro Repair Guy shows you how to desolder all kinds of components from old electronics and what parts are worth salvaging and which you should avoid.
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The twenty fourth episode of the Retro Repair Guy. A series aimed at retro and vintage electronic repair and restoration.
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Restoration of a Drum Machine used by a-ha - Prince - Vangelis | Retro Repair Guy Episode 24
The Retro Repair Guy performs a complete teardown and restoration of a Drum Machine that helped shape the 80s sound. The Yamaha RX5 is a model that was used by a-ha, Prince, Vangelis and more. For this restoration, I recapped the boards and cleaned it all up. This old drum machine is now ready to make some retro music.
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The twenty third episode of the Retro Repair Guy. A series aimed at retro and vintage electronic repair and restoration.
00:00 Snazzy Intro
00:15 Brief History of Drum Machines
03:06 Show Intro
06:03 Initial testing of the Yamaha RX5
07:00 Disassembly and teardown of the Drum Machine
10:55 Recapping and repair Part 1
12:45 Let's take a bath
15:19 Notes on the repair
17:02 Patience, paper towels and arthritis meds
18:38 Recapping and repair Part 2
24:02 Mod and explanation
26:09 Reassembling the drum machine
32:16 Before & After
34:21 Testing the restored Yamaha RX5
36:35 Wrap up
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Restoration and Teardown of Old Toshiba VHS Player | Retro Repair Guy Episode 23
The Retro Repair Guy performs a complete teardown and restoration of a Toshiba W603 VHS VCR from 1999. For this restoration, I recapped the power supply and cleaned it all up. This old VCR is now ready for a retro movie night.
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The twenty third episode of the Retro Repair Guy. A series aimed at retro and vintage electronic repair and restoration.
00:00 Snazzy Intro
00:15 Brief History of VCR
04:17 Show Intro
06:24 Initial testing of the VHS player
08:33 Disassembly and teardown of the VHS player
11:17 Recapping the power supply
12:52 My thoughts on this Toshiba VCR
12:32 Repairing the old DVD player
16:14 Let's take a bath
17:48 Disassembly and cleaning of remote control
20:18 Cleaning VCR heads and transport system
21:53 Advice about head cleaning
25:33 Reassembling the Toshiba VHS player
29:24 Before & After
31:42 Testing the restored VHS player
32:47 Wrap up
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Restoration of a Sony REFERENCE DVD Player | Retro Repair Guy Episode 22
The Retro Repair Guy restores a Sony DVP-S7700 DVD Reference Player from 1998. For this restoration, I replaced all the capacitors and cleaned it all up. This old DVD player is now ready for a retro movie night.
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The twenty second episode of the Retro Repair Guy. A series aimed at retro and vintage electronic repair and restoration.
00:00 Snazzy Intro
00:15 Brief History of DVD
03:41 Show Intro
06:11 Initial testing of the DVD player
07:22 Disassembling the Sony Reference Player
10:37 My thoughts on this quality player
12:32 Repairing the old DVD player
15:07 A few words on the restoration
17:18 Let's take a bath
18:57 Cleaning electronics in the dishwasher
20:34 Restoring the DVD remote control
23:52 Cleaning the DVD and changing the belt
25:20 Reassembling the Sony DVP-S7700 Reference Player
30:46 Before & After
32:20 Testing the restored DVD player
33:15 Wrap up
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Restoration and Repair of 1970s Typewriter Found at Thrift Store | Retro Repair Guy Episode 21
The Retro Repair Guy repairs and restores an old 1970s Smith Corona Typewriter found at the Thrift Store. This retro typewriter is now ready for a new life.
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The twenty first episode of the Retro Repair Guy. A series aimed at retro and vintage electronic repair and restoration.
00:00 Snazzy Intro
00:15 Brief History of the typewriter
01:56 Show Intro
04:07 Disassembly of the old typewriter
07:19 Repairing and degreasing the typewriter
10:41 Notes on the cleaning process
13:05 Let’s take a bath
15:50 The rollers
16:41 Reassembling the typewriter
21:35 Before and after
23:36 Testing the typewriter
24:55 Wrap up
25:04 Credits
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Restoration of a 90s Boombox - Ghetto Blaster | Retro Repair Guy Episode 20
The Retro Repair Guy completely restores an old 90s Ghetto Blaster found at the Thrift Store. A Panasonic RX-CS780 portable radio with Cassette. For this restoration, I replaced all the capacitors, repaired and cleaned it all up. This boombox is now ready for some retro partying.
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The twentieth episode of the Retro Repair Guy. A series aimed at retro and vintage electronic repair and restoration.
00:00 Snazzy Intro
00:15 Brief History of the Boombox / Ghetto Blaster
01:23 Show Intro
02:28 initial testing and disassembly of the Boombox
05:16 Repairing and recapping the old radio
07:54 Cleaning the casing
09:00 Repairing the cassette deck
10:06 My two cents
11:46 Reassembling the Ghetto Blaster / Boombox
15:07 Before and after
16:49 Wrap Up
17:50 Testing the newly restored retro Boombox
19:32 Credits
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I Built a Spirit Box - What We Heard Might Shock You | RRG Halloween Special
Retro Repair Guy opens a Ghost Box and explains how its made and shows you how to build your own Spirit Portal to communicate with the dead in this special Halloween episode.
NOTE: Some of the voices were only heard when I was editing with my headphones on and caught me by surprise like an entire sentence that sounds exactly like Mrs. RRG. I did my best to boost the signal.
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The nineteenth episode of the Retro Repair Guy. A series aimed at retro and vintage electronic repair and restoration.
00:00 Snazzy Intro
0:33 History of Ghost Boxes
02:07 Show Intro
02:54 Inside the Ghost Box
04:05 Building a Spirit Portal
07:20 A word about the technology
09:23 Testing the Spirit Box / Spirit Portal
11:23 Conclusion
11:52 Credits
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Restoring an Old Nintendo and How To Future Proof It | Retro Repair Guy Episode 18
The Retro Repair Guy restores an original Nintendo Entertainment System NES from 1985 and the controllers. For this restoration, I replaced all the capacitors, repaired and cleaned it all up. This retro game console is now ready for some retro gaming.
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The eighteenth episode of the Retro Repair Guy. A series aimed at retro and vintage electronic repair and restoration.
00:00 Snazzy Intro
02:01 Show Intro
03:14 Testing before restoration
03:48 Disassembly of the NES
05:30 Recapping & Future Proofing
08:17 Let’s take a bath
10:22 Repairing the Nintendo Entertainment System
11:17 Repairing the NES controllers
13:20 Note about the 72-pin connector
14:36 Reassembling the retro game console
17:45 Testing the restored NES
19:04 Showcasing the restored retro console
19:44 Wrap up
20:46 Credits
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Old Rusted PlayStation 2 Restoration | Retro Repair Guy Episode 17
The Retro Repair Guy restores an original PlayStation 2 FAT. For this restoration, I recapped the power supply, replaced the belt in the DVD and cleaned it all up. This retro game console is now ready for some cool retro gaming.
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The seventeenth episode of the Retro Repair Guy. A series aimed at retro and vintage electronic repair and restoration.
00:00 Snazzy Intro
03:22 Show Intro
06:05 Testing before restoration
06:58 Opening up the PlayStation 2
10:07 Recapping the power supply
11:32 Opening up the Network Adapter and DVD
13:58 Let’s take a bath
15:56 A word about the rust
17:01 Reassembling the Network Adapter, DVD and PlayStation 2
20:57 Testing the restored retro game console
22:36 Before and After
24:01 Wrap up
26:28 Credits
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How to replace PlayStation Optical Laser - Mistake to avoid next time! Follow up on Episode 16
After restoring an original PlayStation, the Retro Repair Guy discovers the optical laser was broken and had to replace it. Thankfully it's a very quick fix in this retro console.
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The Retro Repair Guy follow up on episode 16, a series aimed at retro and vintage electronic repair and restoration.
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How To Future Proof a PlayStation and Fix The Controller | RRG Episode 16
The Retro Repair Guy restores an original PlayStation from 1997. For this restoration recapped the power supply, restored the controller, removed the mod, and cleaned it all up. This vintage game console is now ready for a new life and some cool retro gaming.
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The sixteenth episode of the Retro Repair Guy, a series aimed at retro and vintage electronic repair and restoration.
This episode is a complete makeover of the very first Retro Repair Guy Episode 1. With a new montage, sound and color correction, new music and added footage; I felt it was a completely new episode. The new footage includes a complete restoration of the original PlayStation controller.
00:00 Snazzy Intro
02:08 Show Intro
03:03 Details about this revision (SCPH-7501)
04:28 FUBAR
05:40 Restoration of the controller
08:26 Recapping the PlayStation's power block / power supply
11:34 Reassembling the retro game console
13:38 Before and After
14:32 Wrapping up
15:09 Bloopers
16:52 Credits
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Restoring an old Reel-To-Reel Recorder and How To Clean Heads | RRG Episode 15
The Retro Repair Guy restores a vintage reel-to-reel tape recorder, the Sharp RD-715C from 1970. For this restoration, I had to recap the entire unit to future-proof it and cleaned the heads. This retro tape recorder is now ready for a new life.
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The fifteenth episode of the Retro Repair Guy. A series aimed at retro and vintage electronic repair and restoration.
00:00 Snazzy Intro
01:57 Welcome
03:23 A message from Mrs. RRG
03:40 Inspecting and testing the reel-to-reel tape recorder
06:32 Recapping & cleaning the retro tape recorder
11:34 Note on special fabric belts
13:06 Reassembling the vintage tape recorder
15:36 Before & After
16:57 Wrap up and testing the tape reel to reel tape recorder
19:02 Credits
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Top 10 Retro Repairs For Beginners | Retro Repair Guy Episode 14
** CORRECTION: At 2:46 I should have said 365 Celsius which is equivalent to 689 Fahrenheit. **
The Retro Repair Guy lists 10 easiest repairs for beginners and 10 items they should have when repairing electronics.
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The fourteenth episode of the Retro Repair Guy. A series aimed at retro and vintage electronic repair and restoration.
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Restoring a Sega Genesis Sold for Parts and How To Recap | RRG Episode 13
The Retro Repair Guy restores a Sega Genesis / Mega Drive gaming console Model 1601 aka Sonic Version from 1990. For this retro gaming restoration, I had to recap the entire board of this old retro console to future-proof it. I also threw the board in the dishwasher and cleaned the casing. This gaming console is now ready for some new retro gaming action.
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The thirteenth episode of the Retro Repair Guy. A series aimed at retro and vintage electronic repair and restoration.
00:00 Snazzy Intro
00:15 Sort history
02:49 Intro and unboxing
05:30 Disassembling the Sega Genesis
07:33 Recapping the board
08:35 Cleaning the motherboard and casing
10:20 How to properly use the dishwasher
12:24 Control Pad and RF Modulator
14:14 Reassembling the Sega console
16:59 Testing after restoration
18:19 Before and After
19:46 Wrap up
20:55 Credits
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Restoring an Old S-VHS Journalist Reporter Camera | Retro Repair Guy Episode 12
The Retro Repair Guy restores a vintage camcorder, the Panasonic AG-450 S-VHS Reporter Camera, from 1991. For this retro restoration, I had to recap the power supply of this old VHS video camera to future-proof it. I also cleaned the VCR mechanism and the casing. This Reporter Camcorder is now ready for some new retro-tech action.
The twelfth episode of the Retro Repair Guy. A series aimed at retro and vintage electronic repair and restoration.
00:00 Snazzy Intro
00:55 Show Intro
02:31 Unboxing and testing the VHS camcorder
03:23 Disassembly of the old camcorder
05:45 Replacing the belt in the retro VHS camera
06:58 Cleaning the vintage camcorder
08:30 Future Proofing the Power Supply
09:24 Notes about the Power Supply
10:28 Reassembling the S-VHS Camcorder
16:06 Before and After
18:10 Testing the retro tech
21:13 Credits
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Rare Commodore SILVER LABEL Restoration | Retro Repair Guy Episode 10
In this episode, the retro repair guy completely restores an original Commodore 64 Silver Label vintage computer from 1982. For this retro restoration, I had to recap the C64, replace the voltage regulators, did some retrobrighting, and completely restored this rare commodore 64, now ready for a new life and some cool retro gaming!
The tenth episode of the Retro Repair Guy. A series aimed at retro and vintage electronic repair and restoration
00:00 Snazzy Intro
00:15 Remembering the Commodore 64
00:55 Show Intro
02:37 Opening up the retro computer
06:14 Replacing capacitors in the C64
08:21 Cleaning and retrobrighting the Commodore 64
09:26 A word on retrobrighting vintage computers
11:02 My new apprentice opens up the C64
11:57 Cleaning and inspecting the Commodore paddles
14:00 Adding heatsinks to the retro computer
15:07 Reassembling the Commodore 64
17:32 Testing some retrogaming
19:29 Before and after
20:34 Wrapping up this retrocomputing adventure
21:40 Credits
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Commodore VIC 20 Restoration - Saved From GARBAGE | Retro Repair Guy Episode 11
In this episode, the Retro Repair Guy restores a pile of garbage Vic 20 parts into a new original Commodore Vic 20 vintage computer from 1982. For this retro restoration, I had to recap the Vic 20, future-proof it, and perform some retrobrighting on the case. The Vic 20 is now ready for a new life and some cool retro gaming!
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The eleventh episode of the Retro Repair Guy. A series aimed at retro and vintage electronic repair and restoration.
00:00 Snazzy Intro
02:04 Assessment
02:31 Disassembling what’s left of Vic 20
04:03 About the dishwasher
05:21 Taking a bath and retrobrighting the vintage Vic 20
07:22 Repair and Recapping the Vic 20 mainboard
08:24 Future Proofing the Vic 20
09:57 Notes about Future Proofing
11:51 Reassembling the Vic 20
16:57 Testing and retro gaming
18:42 Before and After
19:46 Wrapping up this retro computing restoration
21:07 Credits
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Restoring a Vintage Audio Tape Deck and How To Change The Belts | RRG Episode 9
In this episode, the Retro Repair Guy restores a vintage 1977 Hitachi cassette deck. For this vintage repair and restoration, I had to recap the tape deck, repair the power supply and replace the lamps. This classic piece of retro tech is now ready for a new life.
The ninth episode of the Retro Repair Guy. A series aimed at retro and vintage electronic repair and restoration.
00:00 Snazzy Intro
00:15 Show Intro
04:18 Opening up the vintage cassette deck
05:29 Inspecting and testing of the old tape deck
06:53 Cleaning the retro cassette deck
07:57 A word about the Hitachi diodes in the vintage deck
09:05 Replacing the vintage VU meter lamps in the cassette deck
09:17 Replacing the belts in the tape deck
11:25 Reassembling the vintage Hitachi tape deck
14:16 Wrap up and testing the tape deck
16:11 Credits
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Retro Unboxing Commodore Follow Up | Retro Repair Guy
In this follow-up episode to the Retro Unboxing, the retro repair guy showcases a few more items that were donated. Amongst them, Vic-20 games, Commodore 64 RAM expansion module, various retro software, and even an old rotary phone from the 80s.
The Retro Repair Guy is a series aimed at retro and vintage electronic repair and restoration.
00:00 Snazzy Intro
00:15 Show Intro
01:22 Jupiter Lander for Commodore 64
01:52 Gorf for Commodore Vic-20
02:02 Sea Wolf for Commodore Vic-20
02:10 Donkey Kong for Commodore
03:43 The Scoop Mystery for IBM PC
04:18 Bar Game from Accolade for IBM PC
05:04 1764 RAM Expansion Module for the Commodore 64
05:23 1980’s Wall Mountable Rotary Phone
06:13 Credits
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True Budget Home Cinema and How To Build For Only 3K! | Retro Repair Guy Episode 8
In this special episode, the retro repair guy showcases a true budget home theater build. Showcasing his real home theater seats, home theater bar, his 80s payphone. And explaining how he built his cinema room and man cave on a budget.
The eighth episode of the Retro Repair Guy. A series aimed at retro and vintage electronic repair and restoration.
00:00 Snazzy Intro
00:15 Show Intro
02:46 Home Theater in a nutshell
04:18 Home Theater bar and hall showcase
05:34 Home Theater inside the cinema showcase
08:24 How I bought seats and advice
13:01 A last look at the home theater being enjoyed
13:43 Credits
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I Restored a 1963 Schaub Lorenz Shortwave Radio | Retro Repair Guy Episode 7
In this episode, I restore a vintage portable AM and Shortwave radio, the 1963 Schaub Lorenz Weekend TE 503. For this vintage audio repair, I recapped the radio, cleaned it up, and gave this vintage electronic equipment a new life.
The seventh episode of The Retro Repair Guy. A series aimed at retro and vintage electronic repair and restoration.
00:00 Snazzy Intro
00:15 Show Intro
01:51 Disassembly
03:45 Taking a look at the inside and the old capacitors
04:45 A word about replacing the old capacitors
07:58 Cleaning up the casing
08:21 Removing rust and taking a bath
09:15 Reassembling the vintage radio
12:24 Testing the old radio
13:26 Before and After
14:05 Wrap up
14:58 Credits
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#vintageradio #restoration #repair #repairelectronics #retro repairs #vintage #electronics #recapping #schaub lorenz #retrorepairguy
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Retro Unboxing Commodore 64 Donations | Retro Repair Guy Episode 6
In this episode, my wife joins me for some retro unboxing. We received a bunch of donations from friends that include a few Commodore 64 computers, a Commodore Vic 20, 1541, and 1571 disk drives. Back to the Future game, printers, and games for the C64 and Commodore Vic 20. Amongst it all was a Commodore 64 Silver Label.
Episode 05 is the sixth episode of the Retro Repair Guy. A series aimed at retro and vintage electronic repair and restoration.
00:00 Snazzy Intro
00:15 Show Intro
00:37 retro unboxing
11:30 Wrap up
12:07 Credits
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Restoring an Old Original Xbox found at the Thrift Store | RRG Episode 5
In this episode, the Retro Repair Guy pays homage to the original Xbox as this year marks the twentieth anniversary of the original Xbox console and finally earns official status as a retro gaming console. I repair, restore and change the capacitors including the clock capacitor in this original Xbox version 1.0 manufactured in Mexico in 2001, and gave the retro gaming unit a new life. I even threw the motherboard in the dishwasher!
Episode 04 is the fifth episode of The Retro Repair Guy. A series aimed at retro and vintage electronic repair and restoration.
00:00 Snazzy Intro
00:15 Show Intro
01:26 Tiny history
03:13 Plugin it in
03:30 Opening up the Xbox
07:15 Removal of heatsink
07:48 How to properly remove heatsink and compound
09:32 Cranking up the heat
10:16 Removal and installation of new clock and other capacitors
11:06 Motherboard in the dishwasher?
12:19 New capacitor installation on Power Supply
12:35 Servicing the CD player
14:31 Taking a bath
15:33 Dishwasher results
17:17 Reassembling the Xbox
20:51 Small apology
21:26 Testing the restored Xbox
23:33 Wrap up
24:14 Credits
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