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IBM Model M Keyboard Membrane Replacement
My IBM Model M has served as my main keyboard for what is quickly approaching a decade. In all those years, I haven't had so much a hiccup out of it--until rather recently. Within the past six months, its once reliable operation began to be anything but, with more keys failing to register correctly with each passing day. Upon further inspection, a great many of the plastic rivets that hold the internals together had failed, sitting loosely on the bottom of the case.
As is known as bolt-modding a Model M, those plastic rivets can be replaced with much more durable bolts, nuts, and washers. After performing the bolt-mod for the very first time (complete with a few blunders along the way), that was seemingly all that was necessary to get my keyboard operational again... at least for a number of months. Eventually, however, the same misbehavior soon returned with a vengeance. It got to the point where the entire keyboard was totally unusable.
Recalling how questionable the traces on the membrane looked when I had everything disassembled during the bolt-mod process, for around $25 shipped, I elected to buy a brand new membrane directly from Unicomp, the folks that continue to produce the "new" Model M.
Unfortunately, the only caveat of replacing the membrane is that the keyboard does need to be disassembled quite extensively, something that I could've avoided doing twice if had opted to replace the membrane during the bolt-mod process.
I'm pleased to report that with its new membrane, my Model M has been returned to 100% operational condition. I suspect that its original membrane would've continued to work flawlessly had liquid not worked its way inside during an extensive, yet obviously ill-fated cleaning of it many months prior to this whole debacle. Live and learn!
#ibm #mechanicalkeyboard #keyboard
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Sony HDR-FX7 HDV Camcorder: Prosumer HD Video in 2006 - Reviewed
zhlédnutí 1,9KPřed 6 měsíci
This Sony HDR-FX7 may at first glance appear to be a professional camcorder, but whether or not it actually is can be debated. Despite having many of the fancy features associated with a professional camcorder, many more were omitted in favor of keeping this a high-end model for the deep-pocketed consumer or prosumer that was looking to record HD video in 2006. Regardless, I've been on the look...
Walmart's Cheapest TV Soundbar: "Blast Onn" - Reviewed
zhlédnutí 11KPřed 8 měsíci
My expectations of this bargain basement stereo soundbar found at Walmart for less than $50 were rather low. While not likely to measure up to most audiophile's expectations, the sound quality is acceptable, with decent stereo separation, even if lacking in bass response at lower volumes. It might not be able to accomplish what Maxell portrayed in their ad from 1979 with "Blown Away Guy," but f...
This HP Envy 6455e Printer Has a Fatal Flaw - It Doesn’t Like To Print!
zhlédnutí 8KPřed 8 měsíci
In spite of my best efforts to keep my ancient printer alive, it eventually succumbed to old age and needed to be replaced. It successor, this HP Envy 6455E, seemed like a nice upgrade. It has an automatic document feeder, a flatbed copier/scanner and WiFi. Little did I know that the use of the HP Smart app was a requirement for the initial setup procedure of the printer, a "feature" that I don...
Restoring My 1992 IBM Model M Keyboard... By Bolt-Modding It
zhlédnutí 949Před 9 měsíci
My Model M has served me well during the many years it’s been my primary keyboard. Unfortunately, its reliability had begun to falter with increasing regularity. As of late, its most notable misbehavior was its failure to register the numbers 1 through 4 and 7 through 0. What’s odd, however, is that the keyboard only seemed to act up after sitting idle for extended periods of time-think logging...
Free AT&T/Alcatel 4G "Smart" Flip Phone - How Bad Could It Be?
zhlédnutí 5KPřed 9 měsíci
Free phones available from the big wireless companies typically haven't been very good. Surprisingly, this one isn't half bad. Leading up to AT&T's official shutdown of their 3G network in February of 2022, they began sending out free flip phones to holdouts still using "old" devices that didn't at least support 4G. The Alcatel UC102AA Cingular Flip IV was what I received, though there must've ...
Adding Analog RCA Outputs to a Digital TV the Easy Way - Prozor DAC01s
zhlédnutí 2,2KPřed 10 měsíci
If your TV lacks a 3.5mm or RCA jacks for outputting analog audio, these cheap digital to analog converters can save the day the only catch is that your TV must at least have a digital coaxial or optical output. 0:00 Lack of Analog Outputs 1:15 Digital (Optical) Audio Output 1:33 Prozor DAC01s Analog to Digital Converter 2:10 Hooking Everything Up 2:41 Power up 2:48 PCM Audio 3:20 Audio Switchi...
Free HP Compaq 6200 Pro Revival & Review
zhlédnutí 5KPřed 10 měsíci
This HP Compaq 6200 small form factor system was found, in all places, at the curb outside of a business awaiting trash pickup. Expecting the worst, it still managed to follow me home. Surprisingly, all that was needed was a clean install of an operating system, something that was quickly accomplished using its built-in recovery partition to restore Windows 7. In keeping with the "free" theme, ...
Wyze Cam OG - A $25 Wi-Fi Security Camera Reviewed
zhlédnutí 3,3KPřed 11 měsíci
A Wi-Fi security camera with a wide field of view, 2 way audio, LED spotlight, along with color (and B/W) night vision capabilities is a good start. Being able to buy one for less than $30 is even better. 00:00 Intro 00:42 First Look at Features 01:25 First Look at Camera 02:28 Camera Mount 02:42 MicroSD Card Slot 03:03 App Compatibility with Older iOS Versions 03:17 WiFi & Camera Setup 04:34 W...
Hohem iSteady Pro 4 GoPro Gimbal Fail - Stable Video, Ruined Audio
zhlédnutí 1,6KPřed 11 měsíci
I really wanted to like the Hohem Gimbal. It seemed durable, made a marked improvement in video quality, and the price was right. Unfortunately, GoPros' and similar action cameras' microphones pick up the sound and vibration of the motors, ruining any chance of using the on-camera audio. It's a shame, really, since it did very well, but the audio issue is one that can't be overlooked. 00:00 The...
Canon Vixia HV40 HDV Camcorder Misadventure - From Broken to Working to Reviewed
zhlédnutí 702Před rokem
I bought one of the cheapest Canon Vixia HV40 HDV camcorders I could find secondhand. What could go wrong? 00:00 Unboxing 05:24 First Look & Overview 10:20 Is It Broken? 12:25 Tape Munching 13:26 Take 2, Tape 2 15:50 Head Cleaning 16:29 1st Test Recording 18:10 Review, Menus & Features (Like 24p) 25:20 "Custom" Key, Zebras, Magnify Record & Focus Peaking 26:22 LED Video Light 26:48 MiniDV Tape ...
Sony's Unobtainable Version of Lightroom (for Video): Picture Motion Browser
zhlédnutí 348Před rokem
In 2007, your shiny new Handycam would've come bundled with a piece of software called Picture Motion Browser. Primarily used for capturing, organizing, and even editing your videos and photos, this software did a lot of things that Adobe Lightroom can and can't do. These days the software is just about unobtainable, but a last minute, late night purchase of a mystery bag 'o Handycam parts led ...
Sony's "Cheap" AVCHD Camcorder: The HDR-CX100 - Was It THAT Bad?
zhlédnutí 2,3KPřed rokem
The HDR-CX100 was Sony's first foray into the land of budget AVCHD camcorders. In spite of it being a bargain basement model, its video and audio quality is surprisingly serviceable to this day. The only problem? On my particular example, both the image sensor and ribbon cable for the touchscreen have since given up the ghost after reviewing it, rendering this Handycam nothing more than a plast...
AT&T Merlin HFAI BIS-10: A Speakerphone for the ’90s Office
zhlédnutí 612Před rokem
The AT&T Merlin Classic phone system was revolutionary for its time in the '80s into the early '90s. Its successors brought about new features and functionality but still kept the same theme going of being an easy and simple (yet expandable and feature rich for the time) key telephone system for businesses and offices everywhere. So it was only natural that the once-ubiquitous (during the time)...
Behringer UCA202 USB Audio Interface - A Cheap USB Soundcard (for Analog Audio)
zhlédnutí 5KPřed rokem
The Behringer UCA202 (the predecessor to the current U-Phone UFO202) does one thing and one thing well: it behaves as a simple plug and play USB soundcard for your PC or Mac that can be used as both an input and output device. Audio quality is leaps and bounds better than anything a computer's built-in soundcard can manage. It supporting 16 bit 44100 and 48000 Hz stereo audio recording makes it...
Upgrading My PC’s Storage… With Dodgy Hard Drives & a No Name PCI-E SATA Adapter
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Upgrading My PC’s Storage… With Dodgy Hard Drives & a No Name PCI-E SATA Adapter
Sony ECM-HW1: A Wireless Bluetooth Microphone System in 2006 - Reviewed & Tested
zhlédnutí 458Před rokem
Sony ECM-HW1: A Wireless Bluetooth Microphone System in 2006 - Reviewed & Tested
HD Video in 2005: Sony HDR-HC1 1080i HDV Camcorder Retrospective Review
zhlédnutí 5KPřed rokem
HD Video in 2005: Sony HDR-HC1 1080i HDV Camcorder Retrospective Review
2009 MacBook in 2023, But Everything Works (with El Capitan)
zhlédnutí 11KPřed rokem
2009 MacBook in 2023, But Everything Works (with El Capitan)
Review & "Restoration" of a Technics M218 Cassette Deck
zhlédnutí 2,1KPřed rokem
Review & "Restoration" of a Technics M218 Cassette Deck
Scanning 35mm Film With a 25 Year Old Nikon LS2000
zhlédnutí 2,4KPřed rokem
Scanning 35mm Film With a 25 Year Old Nikon LS2000
MacBook Up & Downgrade Dilemma: From El Capitan to Catalina
zhlédnutí 1,1KPřed rokem
MacBook Up & Downgrade Dilemma: From El Capitan to Catalina
My Honest Review of CapCut Video Editor (for Windows)
zhlédnutí 1,6KPřed rokem
My Honest Review of CapCut Video Editor (for Windows)
YouTube Videos Missing 480p & 240p?
zhlédnutí 15KPřed rokem
CZcams Videos Missing 480p & 240p?
The Desktop Laptop: Dell Precision M6400 Mobile Workstation
zhlédnutí 1,2KPřed rokem
The Desktop Laptop: Dell Precision M6400 Mobile Workstation
Canon AE1 Program: A Simple 35mm Film Camera
zhlédnutí 1,4KPřed rokem
Canon AE1 Program: A Simple 35mm Film Camera
Sony InfoLithium Battery Autopsy & Observations
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Sony InfoLithium Battery Autopsy & Observations
A Flip Phone That's Not So Dumb: The Kyocera Dura XE
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A Flip Phone That's Not So Dumb: The Kyocera Dura XE
2009 MacBook In 2023, But Everything Goes Wrong (Almost)
zhlédnutí 11KPřed rokem
2009 MacBook In 2023, But Everything Goes Wrong (Almost)
The AT&T Merlin - A 1980s Phone System in a Box
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The AT&T Merlin - A 1980s Phone System in a Box

Komentáře

  • @DarthAidan
    @DarthAidan Před 2 dny

    This is driving me crazy tbh, my work network maxes out at 480 any more I cant watch it. So any small channels I watch are always blurry

  • @TMKMLE498RoadTo6KSubs

    Btw when uploading CZcams shorts, 240p and 480p are always there regardless of if it uses 1080p or less.

  • @TheCastrence
    @TheCastrence Před 6 dny

    you are using old gopro

  • @iliasnitsas3968
    @iliasnitsas3968 Před 6 dny

    I have windows 11 on every laptop… 2007 , 2008 and 2012 models

  • @kennerfee100
    @kennerfee100 Před 13 dny

    I used this camcorder to record some of my earlier (now deleted) videos back in 2006-2007. Unforunately, I had to compress it to 240p because CZcams didn't introduce HQ video until about a year after I got rid of it.

  • @MisterYeko
    @MisterYeko Před 13 dny

    hint. you can also plug this thing with a phone charger wall plug. because it only powers thru usb. so you can technically connecting the RCA outputs on speakers, or if you have a soundbar or even maybe an receiver with Optical Toslink plug, you can also use it to. mostly recommended as a DAC replica.

  • @janniejoe383
    @janniejoe383 Před 15 dny

    This song is hot for Chicago Steppin….

  • @dasauto44
    @dasauto44 Před 16 dny

    Can it be synced with more of these or the subwoofer also?

  • @greenstaraz
    @greenstaraz Před 16 dny

    Fantastic Computer speaker

  • @ShazeemKhan
    @ShazeemKhan Před 19 dny

    great job on the purchase, speed adjustment & restoration. As for the yellowing on the plastic surrounds, use "bum spray" (I think u guys call it rattle can?) paint, if the can be disassembled from the unit, disassemble them, if not, use painters tape to mask off areas you don't want painted. If u want more details, feel free to ask. happy taping!

  • @harmzegt8066
    @harmzegt8066 Před 21 dnem

    😂 even IF the fcc had 100 milion staff members. It cant and would not check every town city or neighborhood for illegal fm transmitters. Not even if they transmit with 50 watt.

  • @user-vh4qo9zk4x
    @user-vh4qo9zk4x Před 21 dnem

    大人の音楽当時夢中になって聞いていました。当時二十代今六十代、今また聞ける幸せ😂

  • @therandochannel8438
    @therandochannel8438 Před 22 dny

    So they're just getting rid of those quality options moving forward? Damn it CZcams. I can't watch 720 or higher because I'm practically geo-locked from internet service that can support decent quality video streaming, 480 is literally the best I can do without constant buffering. Fuck CZcams.

  • @saddam9507
    @saddam9507 Před 23 dny

    The 11 ft. wire is to long and is not resonant to the FM band. I cut it down to a 1/4 wave which is about 28.5 inches. Its much improved range over the stock long wire or the rubber duck antenna. The wire needs to be kept straight and a few feet away from any metal objects. You can tie a string to the end of the wire and tape it to wall or celling to keep it straight. The lengths are from 31.5 inches at 88 Mhz to 26.5 inches at 107.9 Mhz. (28.5" is for 98 Mhz and should work well for the whole band.

  • @saddam9507
    @saddam9507 Před 24 dny

    I just got one today. The connector is not an sma or RP-sma. You can't connect a coax cable because there is no ground to connect the shield to. I found the high power mode increased range by 20% The wire antenna is 11 feet which is to long. The length should be from 26.25 to 31.5" The middle of the band , 98 Mhz is 28.6 inches. I will cut it down and do some range tests. The wire must be kept straight and away from any metal objects.

  • @BlackRiverx
    @BlackRiverx Před 24 dny

    i have this same exact camera, and am having troubles opening it, what piece detaches first? would you make an de-assembly video?

    • @joselino71
      @joselino71 Před 11 dny

      Please do, I don't know how it's a little difficult. Thx.

    • @BlackRiverx
      @BlackRiverx Před 11 dny

      @@joselino71 yeah my lens part isnt detaching easily and ive scanned the camera a million times to make sure i removed all the screws that have the arrow on it

  • @jinyuhuang-ul1di
    @jinyuhuang-ul1di Před 25 dny

    Hi Master: Do you know how to disassemble Sony Model CCD-SC55? Thanks!

  • @jinyuhuang-ul1di
    @jinyuhuang-ul1di Před 25 dny

    Hi Master: Do you know how to disassemble Sony Model: CCD-SC55? Thanks!

  • @HeinzPeter
    @HeinzPeter Před 26 dny

    QQ: How can you see on a 1080i TV the footage from this camera if there is no output in HDMI? Does the AV shoe have that?

  • @budthomason8890
    @budthomason8890 Před 26 dny

    Now at 5 of the HV40s. I also got some recorderss from video to card recorders. I can now bypass the tape.

  • @166tman5
    @166tman5 Před 26 dny

    The speaker wires that was on the board popped off, would ya’ll know where those went?

  • @user-pj9ck2dz4r
    @user-pj9ck2dz4r Před 26 dny

    Very Informative! Much respect

  • @ThePhonographStop
    @ThePhonographStop Před 29 dny

    Definitely a return item! Love the music! Now I feel the urge to go to Kmart!

  • @DorothyBrown-he2dt
    @DorothyBrown-he2dt Před 29 dny

    I've got my printer set up and it will not print ,and this set up didn't help it only confused me . I've been on this for this past hour trying nothing.

  • @kennerfee100
    @kennerfee100 Před měsícem

    Are you using a Hi8 camcorder to record this? Makes everything look outdated and it looks great

  • @UmbraSaiyan
    @UmbraSaiyan Před měsícem

    Is El Capitan safely usable in 2024 with the certificate workarounds you showed. Wanting to repurpose my mid 2009 MBP for my son to use. Upgraded RAM and SSD.

  • @marcoffkx7389
    @marcoffkx7389 Před měsícem

    Awesome video! Everything i needed! Greetings from Brazil!

  • @donedeal69
    @donedeal69 Před měsícem

    Is there any way to contact you ?? Can't find your email. SOS

    • @stereophonicstuff
      @stereophonicstuff Před měsícem

      It’s on the about page of my channel. You might need to solve a captcha to reveal it, however.

    • @stereophonicstuff
      @stereophonicstuff Před měsícem

      It seems they changed things slightly. On my main channel page where it shows my description, clicking it will review the full details that used to be under the about page. Therein lies my email address!

  • @joelmulder
    @joelmulder Před měsícem

    What model number is the camera at around 2 minutes? you mention the names of the rest of them, but not that one.

  • @elsuperpollo2273
    @elsuperpollo2273 Před měsícem

    I just wished this unit came with a tv tuner built in

  • @paweldun
    @paweldun Před měsícem

    those people always are douchebags. i hate them

  • @theragingbull7059
    @theragingbull7059 Před měsícem

    Hello i was wondering if it was normal for red colored object have a bit of a ghosting or bleeding affect when in motion but when I replay the footage and pause the bleeding and ghosting goes away is there any remedy to this.

  • @ColdShoulderMedia
    @ColdShoulderMedia Před měsícem

    @3:34 You show a cable, is this a firewire mini to firewire full? I've seen some firewire to usb cables, and I'm curious if any of them actually have some form of functional conversion.

  • @bumimetal
    @bumimetal Před měsícem

    One very cool thing I see is the walkman in that we can connect discman, mp3 player or.even phone. Really cool.

  • @irynakanyuka9562
    @irynakanyuka9562 Před měsícem

    Great overview!

    • @irynakanyuka9562
      @irynakanyuka9562 Před měsícem

      I unfortunately bought one of these, and it is a total piece of crap.

    • @TheGhostOf95
      @TheGhostOf95 Před měsícem

      I got one for free just now off Facebook marketplace

  • @Guinnessbot
    @Guinnessbot Před měsícem

    Thank you for this video! I tore the membrane on my model m attempting to clean it. Had some trepidation replacing it with the unicomp replacement. This was super informative.

  • @diegogonzalez1575
    @diegogonzalez1575 Před měsícem

    My parents found this camera between their old stuff and were about to throw it out but I asked them if I could keep it. They gave it to me and I've been trying to get it working, the battery seems good enough, a bit old and weak but good enough. The problem I have is with the cassette thingy, it has the issue you mentioned in the video, and the SD card is nowhere to be found, so I basically can't take any pictures, and tbh I don't know if there's there's a way to just plug it to my laptop, I'm like, super inexperienced in this stuff so I'm facing a wall here, but I love the vibe of it and hopefully I'll be able to find a solution and be able to record or at least take pictures with it soon

  • @Joscraft_05
    @Joscraft_05 Před měsícem

    I bought a TRV730E for too cheap! These cameras are the best they have a good 1/4" sensor, 1 megapixel and 690k effective for video, TBC/DNR for analog tapes/VCRs, you can put a external shotgun microphone, good SteadyShot, all…

    • @Joscraft_05
      @Joscraft_05 Před měsícem

      Update: Bad news it have a notorious hot pixel in indoor and low light situations

  • @beckydayedgar1764
    @beckydayedgar1764 Před měsícem

    Turn on click on tablet . Click app

  • @eternalhalloween1
    @eternalhalloween1 Před měsícem

    I have been using the $30. VIBE SOUND. Ok. It won't floor you. But it does it's job surprisingly well. It is great for nostalgia. 🤠 It looks really cool. 🤠 And it designed well so the record never comes into contact with lid.🤠 Yea! This is a winner. 🤠

  • @user-kv5yz3il3n
    @user-kv5yz3il3n Před měsícem

    Do anybody want to accept Jesus Christ as your Savior he want to give you love and calmness and salvation and eternal life if you confess your sins

  • @user-kv5yz3il3n
    @user-kv5yz3il3n Před měsícem

    Do anybody want to accept 😢Jesus Christ as your Savior he want to give you love and calmness and salvation and eternal life if you confess your sins

  • @mehdm2586
    @mehdm2586 Před měsícem

    you have the mini version of it?

  • @beautifullie42
    @beautifullie42 Před měsícem

    Hi can you tell me which one is better fujifilm FinePix JV100 or this one ? For photos and videos and durability?

  • @dewaynejelks9088
    @dewaynejelks9088 Před měsícem

    Good work. You've answered a couple of my questions. My model M has keys that have just started working intermittently. I feel better watching your solution vids.

  • @NameName-eq7oe
    @NameName-eq7oe Před měsícem

    This is the best TRV87 video on the internet. Thanks

  • @samueln6303
    @samueln6303 Před měsícem

    Promo'SM

  • @charlottebeseke5596
    @charlottebeseke5596 Před 2 měsíci

    MY PREDICTION - HP is going down...

  • @jetyu
    @jetyu Před 2 měsíci

    What tapes can i use to play on my sony ccd-trv608, i think i bought the wrong tape. I bought the 8mm mp120 but it doesnt fit? Please help

  • @MezeiEugen
    @MezeiEugen Před 2 měsíci

    Well, it is for a reason Apple dont let you run Catalina on that laptop.