Fun with medical surplus
A short video about the fun that can be had with an old ultrasound printer.
Hope your June is going swimmingly.
Keep on keeping on.
2021-06-20 09:40:51 +0000 UTC View Post
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Philips' definitely-not compact Cassette
While we’re all familiar with the Philips Compact Cassette and many of us are aware of their smaller dictation focused Mini Cassette - I’d like to introduce you to a lesser known member of their cassette family from the 1960s - Philips Flippin’ Massive Cassette.
Getting hold of one of the tapes was one thing - getting a machine to play it took way more effort than I could have i...
2021-06-15 18:13:01 +0000 UTC View PostREVIEW: GP-N3R - A reimagined ‘classic’ record player
You may remember seeing the original Columbia GP3 record player in one of my previous videos. This is a Japanese record player that you can’t keep down. It’s back and this time it’s not terrible.
Since we only had a chat the other day, I’ve nothing new to add today, but I trust you’re all keeping well. Take care.
2021-06-06 10:19:37 +0000 UTC View PostJune 2021 Patreon Exclusive AUDIO Oddcast
It’s time for another one-sided conversation from a nutter in an untidy bedroom.
As usual there’s an video version of this in a separate post for people who prefer things seen as well as heard.
00:00 Start
00:15 Family matters
08:40 Mobile video-making kit
20:35 Comments on comments
45:09 iMac’s missing function
49:48 Throwing good money after bad
54:38 Charles Wright’s TC8 mystery
1:00:21 The End
2021-06-04 10:18:39 +0000 UTC View PostJune 2021 Patreon Exclusive VIDEO Oddcast
It’s time for another one-sided conversation from a nutter in an untidy bedroom.
As usual there’s an audio version of this in a separate post for the three people who prefer things heard and not seen.
00:00 Start
00:15 Family matters
08:40 Mobile video-making kit
20:35 Comments on comments
45:09 iMac’s missing function
49:48 Throwing good mone...
2021-06-04 10:18:12 +0000 UTC View PostSony's forgotten ‘80s VideoPhone
I couldn’t wait to show you these - a fascinating little piece of history, brand new in box…well they were until I opened them.
When I next get the chance I’ll do a Patreon catch-up video. I’ll include a word or two about the behind the scenes disruption that might result in a few shorter videos popping up in the feed.
I’d prefer to leave that for now…because today I...
2021-05-30 11:21:26 +0000 UTC View Post1992's revolutionary reading device for the blind
This isn’t the video I intended to bring you this week, but unfortunately a family emergency took me away from home. If you have a desire to know more - there’s a paragraph in the YouTube video description. But rather than dwell on that here, I just hope you enjoy this replacement video offering instead.
The difficult circumstances surrounding making this might even have worked a ...
2021-05-22 14:23:45 +0000 UTC View PostMD systems from Japan : The good, the bad and the ugly?
This video is a companion piece to the Mini HiFi one from the other week and it temporarily draws a line under this area.
I do hope to return to the subject in the future though to look at a couple of classic systems from the 1980s.
That's quite some way off though, I’ve plenty of other things I want to get to first. In particular, I’m really looking forward to s...
2021-05-16 10:03:59 +0000 UTC View Post(HUMOUR) Remember the ‘Crap Shot’?
Years ago I made a video about a specific video cut-away technique which made videos almost unwatchable for me. Today I saw the pinnacle of this technique used in this promo for a Cambridge Audio HiFi thingamajig https://youtu.be/jQiS-pAoPF8
I wanted to share it with you to see if I’m the only one who is affected by it in this way.
Whilst I have have much respect for Cambridge Audio and their equipment…...
2021-05-13 12:39:34 +0000 UTC View PostWhat the heck does this do?
This was the question posed by Taras here on Patreon. After looking/laughing at the shoddily translated advert and button labels I was sufficiently intrigued/amused to pick one up. Now we can all find out what a ‘Tore Sanchi’ slider adjusts.
The next proper video might be a few days later than usual, but hopefully this provides a brief distraction in the meantime.
By t...
2021-05-12 20:44:39 +0000 UTC View PostAR Globe would be better without the AR and the Globe
Here’s the short video about the globe I mentioned in the update.
There’s not much to add that isn’t said in the video - it is what it is.
I aim to have something more interesting and substantial to show you next time.
Keep smiling.
2021-05-08 09:49:52 +0000 UTC View PostMay 2021 Patreon Exclusive AUDIO Oddcast
It’s time for an update. There’s not too much to talk about this month, but it takes me an hour to do it. There’s also a video version of this available in a separate post.
The next proper video will be along in a day.
Enjoy your weekend and thanks again for all your help and support.
00:00 Start
01:00 All about April
11:04 Non-comments comments
27:06 Broadband woes
33:31 New camera
35:21 My Car Charging Experience
...
2021-05-07 17:27:05 +0000 UTC View PostMay 2021 Patreon Exclusive VIDEO Oddcast
It’s time for an update. There’s not too much to talk about this month, but it takes me an hour to do it. There are chapters on the video if you want to skip a section.
There’s also an audio version of this available in a separate post.
The next proper video will be along in a day.
Enjoy your weekend and thanks again for all your help and support.
The BIGGEST used HiFi bargains might be the SMALLEST
Mini HiFi, I’ve wanted to talk about these for a while and I have some older classic examples to show in the future. It’s a segment of home audio that I’m quite enthusiastic about as it combines two of my interests, miniaturisation and HiFi.
Mini HiFi was a category usually overlooked by HiFi magazines and websites. They preferred to focus on the higher end equipment and separat...
2021-04-30 16:34:17 +0000 UTC View PostPhilips’ crazy Ski Slope Cassette Deck
A look at a rather unusual vintage cassette deck from Philips. I’ve wanted to demonstrate one of these for quite some years now.
The only videos on YouTube featuring this device in action have been shot with an out of focus potato. I thought it would be nice to finally do it justice.
This is a long video as it’s split between a repair and demonstration. I di...
2021-04-22 16:41:54 +0000 UTC View PostWhat’s wrong with the GPO Brooklyn Boombox?
I shot this review immediately before the video you saw last week but I held this one back because I wanted to release the far more positive clock demo video instead.
I felt like there’d been an unfortunate run of underwhelming tech recently and there’s only so much of that anyone can stomach.
This week though I’ve found myself bogged down by a repair - and so far ha...
2021-04-15 18:15:44 +0000 UTC View PostA clock limited only by imagination or 135x240 pixels.
Today I’m looking at a customisable clock. A clock with a face that could be an actual face or anything else you prefer. All will be explained in the video. Here’s the link https://youtu.be/ygjonCPPcGM
In other news. I’m working on my positivity at the moment. I think a year stuck inside the house has taken a toll. So there will be no more rants about seemingly unnecessary car features - just upbeatery (that’s ...
2021-04-10 13:17:56 +0000 UTC View PostMusic donations…and more
Over the last couple of months I accumulated a few music donations, so it seemed a sensible idea to open them together in one video.
While not all the music featured is something I’d choose to listen to, exposure in a video like this really can help these independent artists and small companies get noticed. I’ve received some lovely letters in the past from people after their music or product was featured and gave them a much needed boost. So the purpose of this video is really to...
March/April 2021 Patreon Exclusive AUDIO Oddcast
It’s time for an update. It’s a long one. It might be an idea to listen to it in instalments across a few days whenever you’ve run out of more interesting things to do.
There are sections about my brief Radio appearance, a camera software demo, a couple of things I’ve seen on the internet, the last of the confusing comments, annoying car cliches and finally a ‘pick of the month’ that has been around since 1884.
This is just the audio version, the main video version is ...
2021-04-01 09:13:17 +0000 UTC View PostMarch/April 2021 Patreon Exclusive VIDEO Oddcast
It’s time for an update. It’s a long one, so there are chapters. It might be an idea to watch it in instalments across a few days whenever you’ve run out of more interesting things to do.
There are sections about my brief Radio appearance, a camera software demo, a couple of things I’ve seen on the internet, the last of the confusing comments, annoying car cliches and finally a ‘pick of the month’ that has been around since 1884.
REVIEW - Ember App-controlled Mug
After the cassette history video last week I needed to do something a bit easier and you can’t get much simpler than a review of a mug. But this isn’t just any mug - it’s a connected mug.
It’s a lightweight video, but if everything works out I aim to have another one along in a few days to make up for it.
Hope you’re all keeping well.
2021-03-25 19:08:37 +0000 UTC View PostCassette History/Trivia : A series of fortunate events
You may have seen me mention that I’d prepared some notes about the history of the Philips Compact Cassette for my brief radio appearance the other week and then I’d decided to use these notes as the basis of a video. This is that video.
I originally thought it could be a quick extra but somewhere in the process it took on a life of its own. Unfortunately it didn’t come together...
2021-03-19 18:17:46 +0000 UTC View PostSony's outgoing Bluetooth camera mic - a review
If you’re planning on running a successful YouTube channel that appeals to the widest possible audience it’d be very unwise to make a video review of a discontinued Bluetooth camera microphone that only works with certain Sony cameras.
So here it is:
Regardless of its guaranteed lack of success, I’ve enjoyed making this video, managed to get out of the house and had a bit ...
2021-03-11 10:58:02 +0000 UTC View PostPersonal Mono
This is a very simple review and it’s also a last minute replacement.
Coming off the back of editing the marathon half hour German slot machine video I was more than a bit tired, so the next video was supposed to be something easy to make.
Unfortunately every piece of tech I touched for a couple of days failed on me in some way. That meant I only had enough time left to make t...
2021-03-05 19:11:16 +0000 UTC View PostLemmy's touring slot machines
I’m very happy to have finally finished this one. It's taken me longer to make than most videos, approximately five years.
It’s an unusual tale with a bit of a mystery, a bit of history and a bit of a demo. Way more niche than a review of a dishwasher, but far more personal too. I know it won't attract a wide audience, or even appeal to all the usual viewers but it's a tale I wanted to tell.
February 2021 Patreon Exclusive Audio Oddcast
It’s the February 2021 update (Audio edition) - the video version is available in a separate post.
2021-02-23 16:52:06 +0000 UTC View PostFebruary 2021 Patreon Exclusive Video Oddcast
Here’s a new Patreon Exclusive video update.
There are a few distinct sections so I’ve added chapters to enable easier navigation. Some bits are a bit long winded so if you get bored I’d recommend jumping to the next section... where it gets even worse.
You’ll find sections about adding subtitles, cameras and camera reviews, odd interactions as well as assorted nonsense,...
2021-02-23 16:51:46 +0000 UTC View PostThe Emperor’s new toaster?
I’ve been testing out the Balmuda toaster oven.
It’s an expensive Japanese toaster that steams bread before toasting it.
Why? Good question.
In other news, I wanted to mention something about last week's video about the Corgi Movie Vision. Before it went live on YouTube I added a couple of sections. If you’re interested the new sections can be found between &nb...
2021-02-20 12:13:07 +0000 UTC View PostA dimly lit memory - The Corgi Movie Vision (updated 17/2/21)
Making this one reminded me that memories are often filtered through roses-tinted glasses. In hindsight this probably wasn’t worth spending a full week on, it was originally intended to be a quick extra. Nevertheless here’s a look at a once fondly remembered childhood toy.
Thanks to Mike for sending this over - as soon as I’ve acquired a good strong box. I’ll send it bac...
2021-02-13 11:35:18 +0000 UTC View PostThe only MiniDisc recorder with a stylus
Technical mishaps resulted in a couple of video false starts this week. So in place of any planned programming shown in your TV listings magazine here’s a brief demonstration of an unusual MiniDisc portable.
I’ll start working on adding the subtitles for this video tomorrow.
Hopefully I’ll be able to make some progress on my other projects to bring you one of them ne...
2021-02-06 15:16:11 +0000 UTC View Post