Tag: Jan Beta

If you are into old computers, particularly Commodore, you will have heard of Jan Beta. Jan has a fantastic YouTube channel with many informative videos, discussing repair of Vintage Computers and Electronics. His latest offering specifically stood out for me, being a big C16/Plus/4 fan. Jan has acquired not just one, but four Commodore 16 computers, all of which are…

Jan Beta takes a look over a Commodore 64 computer that has a video output issue. If you have never heard of Jan beta, he makes very interesting and helpful videos about repairing old Retro Computers. You can follow Jan’s work over on his YouTube Channel, Twitter and also if you would like to support his future projects, Jan also…

In this video, Neil Corbett and guest Jan Beta show you the best ways to restore your Commodore 64 and peripherals and keep them future proof! Check out the video below. Source: RetroManCave, Jan Beta Website: pixelwizard.eu

Jan Beta is testing a 2€ cheap replacement power supply for the Commodore 1541-II disk drive and comparing it to the original PSU. Check out the video below. YouTube: Jan Beta

Jan Beta has made a video about some methods to prolong the life of a Commodore 64. The video includes recapping, heatsinking and even a crude overvoltage protection using a suppressor diode. Towards the end of the video he highlights some further preventive maintenance measures. Replacing the bridge rectifier and the voltage regulators. Check out the video below. YouTube: Jan…

Jan Beta has made a video about the restoration of a Commodore 1541-II disk drive he was given for free recently. The video Includes inspecting the whole drive internally, lubricating the mechanics, cleaning the head, washing the case, replacing the electrolytic capacitors on the PCB, and exercising the stepper motor. Check out the video below. YouTube: Jan Beta