Fixing the Onkyo TX-SR606 HDMI Switchboard problem

My friend’s Onkyo amplifier broke down, and I self had some problems too with my Onkyo amp (TX-SR306). The problem was that video and audio did not get trough to the TV anymore. Or took 15 minutes to show up. Also the amp’s setup menu did not appear on the TV anymore.

I figured it had something to do with the HDMI switchboard in the amp, so I googled a bit and apparently its a well known issue. I came up with a video on youtube explaining how to fix this yourself quite easily. You only have to replace 5 capacitors on the switchboard. So I went to the store, got myself a soldering iron and 5 new capacitors (100uf 25v, 5mm) and started soldering, it took me about 40 minutes to complete and it works now brilliantly again! Beat this, Onkyo customer support. Thank you youtube video guy!

Some pics from before and after below.

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Switching from Magic Mouse to Magic Trackpad

A friend told me he was using the Magic Trackpad instead of the Mouse, I was curious what effect this would have on my right hand. So I ordered the Magic Trackpad for my Mac. I think it will be hard to get used to but lets give it a try. And get some blood pumping trough my vanes as I have to move my hand more often on a Trackpad :) Will let you know my experience with it once I get it!

Magic Trackpad @ Apple’s Store

My latest acquisition, Apple’s iPad 3G

My latest acquisition :) But not sure yet what to do with it… I think i’ll hold on to it until my iPhone 4 is in the mailbox and then sell it again :P