Bringing another Spectrum back to life! ENDURO-REPAIR Part 4!

Join me on a thrilling journey as I diagnose and repair a faulty CPU in a classic ZX Spectrum Plus computer. This video isn't your typical DIY guide, but rather a personal account of my adventure in bringing this beloved retro machine back to life.

In this video, you'll see:

The initial symptoms and issues with the ZX Spectrum Plus
My process of diagnosing the problem and determining it was the CPU
A detailed look at the tools and techniques I used to carry out the repair
The moment of truth: testing the repaired ZX Spectrum Plus
If you share a passion for vintage computing, electronics repair, or just love a good success story, this video is for you! Join the conversation in the comments, and don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more content like this.


00:00 Introduction
00:54 First Look Inside
05:00 Resistance Tests
09:30 Removing the Voltage Regulator
11:59 Testing the Voltage Regulator
14:00 Composite Mod
15:36 Diagnosing the CPU Fault
17:55 Removing the Z80 CPU
20:52 Replacing the CPU
21:35 Testing
22:22 More Testing!
22:52 Finishing the Recap
25:17 Faulty Ear Socket
27:17 Loading a Game
28:54 Reassembly
29:32 Outro















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