Lets Fix a Faulty (PSone) PlayStation

In todays video, I will be trying to fix a PlayStation (PSone) with a video fault, through replacing a couple of leaked capacitors (C550 "S-Video" and C551 "Composite", both 220uF 4V SMD type). Video has it all, hot air SMD capacitor removal, soldering and more. Can I get it working again? Lets find out.
🟣 I bought the PSone in a bundle of consoles, listed as faulty on eBay. With the others, being; an original PlayStation 1 (PS1) with laser reading issues and a PlayStation 2 (PS2) with a power issue.
🟣 Remember to let me know in the comments below, if you would like to see me try and repair the other 2 consoles that I got in the bundle, or any other type of electronics.

*LINKS*
🔵 For those interested, over on the Internet Archive (link below) I did find a PDF copy of the service manual (SCPH-100 Series, Service Manual, 5th Edition). Which is great for, locating and finding out values for the various components on the board. ⬇️

*DISCLAIMER*
🟢 Please do not take this video as a tutorial / advice. I'm not an expert, this is just my hobby. Do your own research before attempting any repairs :)
🟢 Also, be very careful if using the hot air method to remove capacitors, as they can pop/fly off at great speed.

*GEAR I USE IN/OR TO MAKE THE VIDEO* _(some may be affiliate links)_
🟡 8BitDo retro style keyboard ⌨️ I use in this video ⬇️
🟡 Andonstar, AD409-Pro with Endoscope Digital Microscope ⬇️

*SOCIALS*

🎶 *MUSIC & SFX* 🎶 _(affiliate link)_
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*CHAPTERS*
00:00 Intro
00:18 Testing for the video fault
00:35 Idea how to fix
00:47 Opening up the PSone
02:06 PCB under the microscope
02:22 Identifying the faulty capacitors
02:50 Removing the capacitors
04:14 Cleaning the pads
04:38 Tinning the pads
05:18 Double checking the capacitance
05:52 Soldering on new capacitors
06:25 Testing to see if I fixed the issue
06:46 Testing with a game/outro

#ps1 #psone #retrogaming

[sadmanonatraintoo]

As someone who has been in the electronics industry for 44 years I am well impressed with your soldering techniques, I've seen professional who don't come close, great skill :)

[SJGsysadmin]

Omg that PlayStation one startup sound. Such feels

[stingaz]

Your pinpoint to the issue was 100% on track. While later replacing any other capacitors you will have a trouble free running PS1. Great job.

[jamyskis]

While your technical expertise is beyond question here I think, Kari, one thing I don't think you get enough credit for here is the steadiness of your hands when it comes to soldering. Manual soldering with SMD boards is god-tier handiwork and is always goes to pot for me when repairing consoles and controllers. Good job.

[pretzelWAH]

I work for a family owned used game store and someone traded in about 50 of that model PSOne that used to be used at a school with some educational program. Needless to say the kids didn't treat them very well and I've had quite a few of them with this exact issue! Now that I know it's an easy fix I'm gonna gather up the ones I marked with this issue and see about getting them in working, sale worthy order. Thanks for this and all your vids! Heck, wish we had you working as our tech so I could get back to doing my main job of testing and cleaning the working stuff to keep our doors open!

[amartin]

Yes repair videos are great. Your neat and clean soldering is bound to inspire a few viewers to try their own repairs!

[blackhawk]

Fantastic channel. Please keep doing the repair videos. Laser issues on PS 1 & 2 is really common given their age and how much they have been used. So a video on that would be great.

[mrjsv]

Definetely interested to see more videogame consoles getting fixed 👍
I should check my PS1 as well if it's still working, it'll turn 25 years old in this month and I've had it since new 🙂

[KennethNoisewater-zs]

Look how shiny those solder joints are - finally - someone who knows what they're doing!

This person is a professional.

[ejsickler]

Love your content! Looking forward to more. You’re very talented and do a great job of presenting and explains what you’re doing. What’s funny is I went to college in the late 90’s early 2000’s and they still taught an electronics repair class where we learned to solder and also mess with breadboards. Cheers!

[rockaholictom]

Man that Blue Tack idea would have been SO HANDY when I was re-capping my Game Gear 😂 thanks for the helpful tip Kari!

[tingenism]

Your editing / narrative aesthetics and diagnosis / repair processes have a lot in common 🤔

Everything was clear, concise, AND shared the joy of a job well diagnosed and done ☺️

Great work on all fronts! 👏🏻

[grantm]

That was a cleaner SMD electrolytic removal than many "established" channels on here! Subbed.

[SHOPFLOORTONE]

Just discovered your channel. It's excellent. Well informed and edited and a joy to watch. Well done. Looking forward to watching many more videos from yourself.

[Philip.Magnusson]

Impressed by your soldering skills! Well done

[paulb]

Nice job, younger me is extremely envious of your setup and skills. You have a great future ahead of you.

[Urko]

Hey you are back. I remember in 1996 with the original PS1, hearing that intro music when it booted was great.

[theshemullet]

Nice to have an easy fix. Not to take away from your skills, just great to get a quick win. So many times we get a loss. Keep up the work. Great to see younger people believing in repair rather than re-purchase.

[dylanherron]

You were born in the 2000's and have a higher understanding of this era and it's practical hardware applications than I do, born in 1992. Amazing content, keep it coming.

[HandyAndyTechTips]

Amazing to think of how many electronic items have been sent to the rubbish tip, when the only thing wrong with them was a few bad caps. You did a great job getting this console back up and running!