I Bought a Faulty NEO GEO Pocket Color for £50

I Bought a Faulty NEO GEO Pocket Color for £50 | Can I FIX It?

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2 жыл бұрын

Here we have a Neo Geo Pocket Color that has some black lines on the screen and doesn't power up properly. It obviously doesn't load games either!
Let's see if I can get to the bottom of the problem and get this little thing back up and running!
Hope you enjoy!
Steve
PS. I'm not an expert in repairs at all. I do this for fun, and it may not be the best or safest way to go about repairing broken stuff. I'm pretty good at melting plastic though. Please don't copy me - I'm an idiot.
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@djjava303 2 жыл бұрын

I’m impressed as always… The danger of videos like these is triggering the delusion I can do it myself.

@ImaginationToForm Жыл бұрын

Me too. I had fixed two WIIs but it was just their disc drives. My next step is to turn them in to handhelds. I do wish to buy some other systems and fix too.

@empire0 Жыл бұрын

Why can't you? Lots of youtube videos on the basics of electronics. Don't be afraid to try something, get some cheap stuff off ebay to work on

@Thegreat772 Жыл бұрын

Gotta start somewhere. Don't be afraid of failure it's all part of learning.

@drivenbyfate Жыл бұрын

It's no delusion, you can! Just gotta start somewhere. I started fixing electronics like 6 months ago and my skills have gotten so much better over time. Also why I love this channel, I learn a lot from his mistakes as well.

@jnharton Жыл бұрын

Plenty of people have such "delusions" without a video or even a second opinion. There are a lot of things you can fix yourself, the trick is telling what the problem is and whether it's one that can be fixed.

@Adrian_Finn 2 жыл бұрын

I'm totally impressed by this Steve, you tackled this like an absolute boss. You really earned this win and I thoroughly enjoyed watching.

@StezStixFix 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Adrian, much appreciated! 👍

@ohraiou5161 Жыл бұрын

yeah is like a film!

@scouse1967 2 жыл бұрын

Now that is what i truly call, "A repair job". Loved the excitement at the end when the game booted up. Brilliant work, bud :)

@StezStixFix 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Scouse, appreciate that mate 👍

@-----------762------------- Жыл бұрын

The sheer grit and determination to not just bin this thing were astounding. Hats off to you!

@Dtr146 2 жыл бұрын

can we just appreciate the work this man puts in. when he is checking the pins on the chip. He took what coulda been a solid 15 minutes just to put in those solids

@LtdResources 2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome for the wish list items mate. I've been struggling with depression and anxiety for a while but finding your videos has just given me something to focus on but also to just chill out to and watch. So again thank you, and love the videos they are ace. Take care mate.........when you said the tweezers didn't work I spat my tea out haha

@StezStixFix 2 жыл бұрын

😁 thanks James! I didn't realise this was your profile! I've been trying to work out which it was! Thanks again for the lovely thought, and I'll definitely be putting them to good use! 👍

@LtdResources 2 жыл бұрын

@StezStix Fix? ahhh yeah I didn't think about that, but you are most welcome. You've given me some confidence to repair a nintendo switch joycon, I've just ordered some copper wire and a some weller solder to try and do a bit of trace repair, did you know some people use nail varnish as board mask? Don't know if I'll try it but could be an option when you need white? Anyway take care mate.

@LtdResources 2 жыл бұрын

I should probably add that I have a soldering iron 😅 I'm no McGuyver

@StezStixFix 2 жыл бұрын

@@LtdResources yeah, I've seen people using nail varnish. It's almost the same thing, sets under UV, so is definitely a viable option! I've just ordered some white solder mask though, as i can't bear the thought of those green blobs on the white pcb!

@StezStixFix 2 жыл бұрын

@@LtdResources 😁 good luck with the Switch Joycon! If I can do it, anyone can! Let me know how you get on! 👍

@sIDsleeper 2 жыл бұрын

When you removed the chip, you blew two caps slightly off, and it was killing me inside, because you never mentioned fixing them, but when you put it back together I caught a glimpse of them back on their pads straight and I was relieved that you didn't miss them. Great job on the fix! It was worth subbing to your channel, I'm just watching your vids one after the other all night! Cheers!

@StezStixFix 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Much appreciated 👍

@SonyUSA 2 жыл бұрын

I came here to say the same thing 🥲

@kranibal 2 жыл бұрын

Wow! This was an extremely difficult repair. I am flabbergasted by your repair skills!

@mymidschoollife8485 2 жыл бұрын

Holy balls that has to be the most gutsy repair I have ever seen :O Incredible work mate. I almost cried when it worked. Saving history from the landfill, one device at a time !

@TheRetroRoadshow 2 жыл бұрын

Speaking as someone who has just begone the journey of learning how to do basic soldering / de-soldering / electronics repair work (I just recapped my Apple IIe's power supply and it didn't catch fire!), watching this video was like feeling pretty good about learning a couple basic guitar chords and then watching Stevie Ray Vaughan playing live. My face might be melted off, but I'm inspired to keep going. Incredible work on this - I can't wait to see your other videos!

@evilaesthetic 2 жыл бұрын

been watching your channel come up Your determination is tremendous and taught me patience is truly a virtue unsaid, seeing the video start with the sun up out the window and progressively get darker nearing the end shows dedication! Salute from Canada

@StezStixFix 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Yeah, it was a long day! But well worth all the effort to see it come back to life again! 👍

@marcelo_campitelli 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, I was almost as happy as you when you got it fixed! I love when you get invested in a fix and it ends up working in the end! Amazing stuff! Was super satisfying that you got it working!

@shakymctwitch8615 2 жыл бұрын

How you don't have hundreds of thousands of subs is beyond me. Your stuff is a riot and quite informative.

@andrewripley7461 2 жыл бұрын

Good work, I used to have to do this for a living. In terms of wire, I used the fine wirewrap wire, PTFE insulated and silver plated to do the pad and track repairs. It's good to see these things working again.

@StrikerF2 2 жыл бұрын

I was actually looking at this listing considering trying it myself, after seeing this I'm glad I didn't! That said I'm currently struggling with a very similar issue on another unit. I wonder if its the same problem? Great video, much more in-depth than all the other NGPC repair videos out there, might help me in the long run!

@StezStixFix 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Charlie! Good luck fixing yours. I'm not sure how common a problem this is, as this was my first go, but I'd definitely check for any signs of corrosion and check all your traces are going where they need to go. Keep me posted! 👍

@markray3263 4 ай бұрын

Another excellent repair video. I've been repairing electronics professionally for over 40 years, and still pick up tricks and techniques from your vids. I especially like that you show your errors and unsuccessful attempts, as many others carefully edit their content to make it seem as if every attempt they make is successful.

@Null_Experis 2 жыл бұрын

when doing big QFP package chips like that, I find it's best to drag solder them, if you have the skill for it. I align one corner, tack it down, then check alignment around the whole chip and tack down the opposite corner.

@adamgrimsley2900 2 жыл бұрын

That's what I do

@germancarfan 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah I saw someone do it that way years ago and I have done it that way since when I do have to do them

@biohayzer 2 жыл бұрын

I repaired and modified DMG’s for a good six years and these small precise solder and trace repairs have always been beyond me. So good to see these problems being solved👌🏻🤓

@suburban-vampire Жыл бұрын

I'm going through your back catalog. I don't really mess with electronics like this anymore but I used to, so your channel feels nostalgic for me. Also, you have great vibes and editing, all around one of my fav new-to-me channels!

@ThePeterGarbacz Жыл бұрын

I loved these back in the day - criminally overlooked because the range of games was relatively small, and they were up against the might of the Gameboy. Really nice fix this 😍

@JamesStocks 2 жыл бұрын

When you found the handheld was booting to system menu but games weren't running, I was waiting to see you realise that the game does not boot the cartridge from the system menu, only from power up. But looks like you found something to fix, by coincidence.

@IngeldGaming 2 жыл бұрын

You got some great editing/camera work here. Very fun to watch and hope to learn something so I can start fixing some of my vintage doodads.

@StezStixFix 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Ingeld! 👍

@chris_hertford 2 жыл бұрын

Great fix! The tiny trace repairs looked very difficult but you nailed it, good seeing your skills improving video to video!

@StezStixFix 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Chris! Yeah, these were tricky but I got there in the end! 👍

@genfix 2 жыл бұрын

I love how you started off in daylight and ended at night :D Cinema magic babyyyyy

@StezStixFix 2 жыл бұрын

😂 took me far too long!

@adamoldfield9956 4 ай бұрын

I just found this channel - and I'm super impressed with your commitment, humor and good spirits throughout the process. Very encouraging!

@morgansinclair6318 2 жыл бұрын

A very impressive repair. I've only seen a couple of your videos, but I like how they have some humour without being frenetic and show real skills.

@tsbeech 2 жыл бұрын

Great result Steve! The force is strong with you!

@mikesanchez7358 2 жыл бұрын

Geez man!!! That was a lot of work. I fabricate PCBs for a living and it's awesome to see you repair them. Also, I love your towel edit whenever you clean the screens on your devices.

@BloodyIron 2 жыл бұрын

This is a seriously underrated repair job. Dang dude, nice work!

@KisoX 2 жыл бұрын

I bet many ppl will be happy to find this so they dont have to remove the chip! Great job steve!

@StezStixFix 2 жыл бұрын

😁 yeah, I wish someone else had done it first, it was a real pain! Hopefully it'll help someone else out though! 👍

@oscarfernandez8791 2 жыл бұрын

Really impressed by this fix Steve. Stellar work Sir.

@dfive444 2 жыл бұрын

This just popped up as a recommendation, that was an awesome repair and really enjoyable to watch. I've just subbed so will start to binge watch your other bids 😁👍

@TheDocValerian 2 жыл бұрын

this is oddly satisfying to watch. impressive work on getting it fixed. respect for keeping it up.

@jacobskovsbllknudsen5908 2 жыл бұрын

Subscribed! That's some next level patience right there! I find it hard sometimes just to solder on regular sized PCBs, can't imagine how many hours this must've taken you!

@danny1ft1 2 жыл бұрын

Ended up watching 3 videos so gave a sub, love the content, your patience is next level.

@captcraig777 2 жыл бұрын

Tough job with the tracers. Great work! And yes...I'm binging on your videos. I have always wanted to do this, but for me, it is hard to find the time to teach myself all of this. Thanks for sharing your experiences!

@d05music17 Жыл бұрын

Perseverance pays off! Didn't think it was going your way for a moment then! Excellent recovery dude enjoyed! Just cracked open my XBox to break it even more after watching this one.

@LOrealHardly 2 жыл бұрын

So satisfying, helping me to never give up or give up too easily, great job, Steve.

@ANTheWhizkid 2 жыл бұрын

:P Thanks for keeping my childhood dreams alive! I always wanted to own a neogeo or a 3do as I was younger. Still love the games that were to find on those systems. They are cool! Watching you over your shoulder while you repair the handheld was super interesting.

@DerekDavis213 2 жыл бұрын

O M G! You were able to execute a very complicated repair! You've got the skills, you are definitely honor quality!

@aaronmatharu4422 2 жыл бұрын

Just come across your channel steve i have to say your very calm and you know your stuff. I enjoy ur vids pal keep it up dude!

@steb2119 Жыл бұрын

I am so impressed with your skills and knowledge at repairing electronic items super work!

@Slaanesh2011 2 жыл бұрын

One of the best repairs yet! Thanks Steve!

@1970sSupertramp Жыл бұрын

Someone once said "your style is unorthodox but effective" and that's YOU Stevie baby.... love your trial and error videos..

@swingstylez 11 ай бұрын

Your videos have inspired me to pick up a soldering iron and try to fix stuff around the house. 30+ years ago, I learnt to make "shiny volcanos." I've been fixing my son's broken toys and upgrading my Game Boy Advance, after being inspired by you! Thanks!! Also, your style and editing is entertaining :)

@JonPadfield 2 жыл бұрын

That was epic Steve! Joined you with the GET IN THERE when it worked. Thanks for the great content, love this channel.

@StezStixFix 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jon! Really appreciate it! 👍

@MagnusDrums101 2 жыл бұрын

Steve what an amazing video!!! I have no idea about making these type of repairs but I find it fascinating to watch, keep up this amazing work man. Cheers

@StezStixFix 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks David, much appreciated! 👍

@harveybrimer1054 2 жыл бұрын

I am so glad I came across this channel!!! I'm addicted lol, you got a new subscriber and thanks for sharing!!!

@hokudadog7637 2 жыл бұрын

Love this. Your cheeky persistence is awesome.

@robbowantsadonna 5 ай бұрын

One of the best fixes on this channel! Great going!

@betchbetchington6019 Жыл бұрын

Yo what the hell. You and your channel are amazing. Your videos are so relaxing and they're really motivating me into getting back to fixing random crap. Better than any kind of intentional ASMR videos. Thanks!

@absentmindedstudios 2 жыл бұрын

Gotta love these elaborate repairs, so satisfying when you get it, so deflating when you can't xD

@montypythonish 2 жыл бұрын

Just got into watching your videos about a month ago. I love the make do and mend philosophy. Most people now days are 'bin it and buy again'. The patients and skills set to assess issues and come up with a working solution I think is being lost with most people today. I know sometimes the go round doesn't look pretty, but it works. After the Zombie apocalypse I want to be on your side. :-) Fantastic, keep up the fab repairs.

@timeteller3364 2 жыл бұрын

Your dedication is so impressive. Great work mate😉👍🏾♥️

@dansmith9406 12 күн бұрын

Honestly, at least 6 times during this video i said to myself "it needs a new screen" super impressed with this!

@claimhsolais3466 2 жыл бұрын

Well done! I loved Neo Geo back in the day, a highly underrated handheld finally got a proper treatment!

@StezStixFix 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Claimh! I'd never had a play on one before but always wanted one. 👍

@SlingshotGamer 2 жыл бұрын

Such a great fix! Removal over the chip was awesome and great trace repairs

@StezStixFix 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Slingshot! 👍

@LMAutoRepairs 2 жыл бұрын

Persistence goes a long way... 👍👍👍

@thenewcraft5582 2 жыл бұрын

I found your channel from TronicsFIx mentioning you in his newest video and this was the first video I decided to watch of yours. All I have to say is WOW! Fantastic job on this one.

@LittleSaint425 Жыл бұрын

Now that is some quality repair you did there. Goodwork love the contents.

@harpingon Жыл бұрын

Wow. I did not think this would work again! Props for the fix

@robinsutcliffe-video_art 2 жыл бұрын

That was an epic and hilarious fix, Well done Steve!

@beogeek 2 жыл бұрын

HAHA! Yeap the IFIXIT toolkit is great but they're really shallow so pretty useless when you have to unscrew some screws from a deep hole. Been in that position more times than I like! Another entertaining episode Steve, and another suggestion for yours truly! Always do a visual inspection before you do anything, it helps avoid doing unnecessary repairs, it's a good thing you noticed the bridged pins on the IC. Keep up the great work mate 💪💥

@StezStixFix 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks BeoGeek! 😁 👍

@MEGAMIGA 4 ай бұрын

Wow! So much patience and precision!

@skeelsjames 2 жыл бұрын

Enjoyed the patience, subscribed. Nice work.

@MrRobertshaw100 2 ай бұрын

Epic repair this one. Good work Ste! 👌💪

@lunarfact 2 жыл бұрын

This is so cool man, salute to the time spent and effort ✌🏻

@DerekWilsonProgrammer Жыл бұрын

Captain Bodge - also @20:17 it's nice, some people say if you can't hide it, accentuate it. You did that here, clearly showing the device was fixed by the infamous Captain Bodge. It's a work of art.

@simonscott1121 2 жыл бұрын

it's pretty easy to lose sight of the fact that this is very fine work being done under a microscope. Legit. Also, "a little bit wonky" is also called "factory" :)

@MrBuyerman 2 жыл бұрын

A solid well done on this, great result.

@mezzofresh3521 2 жыл бұрын

Great stuff. Glad I subscribed,this is right up my alley

@GoodwinsPlace 2 жыл бұрын

That was dedication. Lovely fix Steve. Have a working one of these out the garage to do a screen upgrade on soon - need to buy a game first.

@StezStixFix 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Craig, i really like this little thing but the screen is awful. Already ordered a new screen for it 😬

@pedromimoso8804 2 жыл бұрын

Woa, Steve! A lot of work but a great result! Very well done old chap! 🙂

@StezStixFix 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Pedro! A lot of work, but a great feeling when it came back to life! 😁

@cbfdxbxsb 2 жыл бұрын

Person repairs thing is becoming my favourite genre of KZfaq.

@PhilipBryden 2 жыл бұрын

Well deserved fix that one Steve. Congrats. Nice video, well worth watching. 👍

@StezStixFix 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Phil, appreciate that mate 👍

@shawnm355 2 жыл бұрын

Man I wish I had you as a friend. Someone who enjoys doing the stuff like this for fun. I would own all the discount electronics

@AOKONE 2 жыл бұрын

Sure he would love to fix someone else’s stuff just to be a good friend.

@HurryRavn 2 жыл бұрын

Been on a binge with these videos! I feel like getting an ifixit sponsorship is going to be the holy grail for this channel! :D

@MisterTwit 2 жыл бұрын

Well I know nothing about hardware repair but as a proud owner of a NGPC which is still in good condition I can appreciate the lengths you went to give this little baby a second chance at life

@StezStixFix 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks MisterTwit! 👍

@P3PPING Жыл бұрын

So cool seeing perseverance pay off. Super entertaining!

@simonlunt353 2 жыл бұрын

Well done Steve you are getting better at soldering them jump wires l take my hat off to you sir 🥳 can anyone send you things too repair 🤷‍♂️ as always l enjoyed your videos 👍👏👏

@pashiki5480 2 жыл бұрын

That was a big job. Great work !

@chasefournier 2 жыл бұрын

@18:00 Man, thats some fine work right there! Great video!

@bendono Жыл бұрын

The Japanese title of the first game is "King of Fighers" (Round 1). The second game is also "King of Fighters", but now Round 2. The "color" portion says "color compatible". The small subtitle says "Pocket fighting series".

@ArreglandoCosas 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful job Steve! So glad it worked at the end

@StezStixFix 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Arreglando, much appreciated! 👍

@lesrogers7310 2 жыл бұрын

Superb Steve, really well done to you!

@StezStixFix 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Les! 👍

@fendularatsq2317 2 жыл бұрын

amazing work and great video, nerves of steel

@NavyPanther54 2 жыл бұрын

Never had a neogeo, but man the music when you turn it on is so good

@lozboi3058 2 ай бұрын

Good effort mate, super cool!

@lauratiso 2 жыл бұрын

What amazing and satisfactory video to watch! I had your same reaction when it came alive, lol. Nice job!

@StezStixFix 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Marcus! 👍

@jonmarler 2 жыл бұрын

I use acupuncture needles to clean my 3D printer nozzles, which may be similar to what you used. They are super cheap and very good at clearing out small openings in PCBs and 3D printer nozzles.

@franciscogimenez4178 2 жыл бұрын

so much work put into that hand held console and it finally worked. im glad tha i have watched it

@MoreFunMakingIt 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Steve! New sub here. Was recommended your channel by one of my own subscribers, and I have to say... they were spot on! Loved this video. Really like your presentation. Great stuff!

@StezStixFix 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Much appreciated... I've just subbed to your channel and will check out your vids... 👍

@MoreFunMakingIt 2 жыл бұрын

@@StezStixFix 😍 Bless ya cotton socks!

@DragoBlu00 2 жыл бұрын

well done Steve! your skill level has gone way up since you started posting videos the first time

@StezStixFix 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Drago! Yeah, I feel much more confident taking stuff on now! 👍

@leewilliams3153 2 ай бұрын

Great vid. Thanks for the motivation. Interesting that you should mention Tam O ‘Shanter. I visited the Tam O ‘Shanter Inn when I visited Ayr about 13 years ago. Quite an exciting thing for a Welshman 🤣

@chris-pike 2 жыл бұрын

Good to see you fix this Neo Geo Pocket Color there as always another fine job there Steve - Nice 1 mate 👍

@StezStixFix 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Chris! 👍

@sweetcheeks287 2 жыл бұрын

Great skills and patience 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

@manga99uk 5 ай бұрын

That was such a great watch thanks

@truefulluke5056 2 жыл бұрын

Cool channel, who would of thought watching someone fix electronics would be so entertaining, bet every one brings him their broken things to fix lol

@Dorff_Meister 2 жыл бұрын

You knocked that one out of the park. Fun fix.

@Millzieeeee Жыл бұрын

GG bro that as alot of work but it paid off , proud of you , no better feeling when you at through all that work and finally get something working eh! ?