I know it may seem a little crazy, but I've been looking for a decent translucent CRT for a few years. Earlier this week I was lucky enough to find this Zenith. It has all the best features that...
2020-07-25 13:08:47 +0000 UTC View Post
This has become one of my favorite tools over the last 3 months, but it does have a few issues. Thankfully this mod can help with the biggest problem on the meter itself.
Thanks for the sup...
Here is a look at what happens when shipping goes wrong.
Have a great day and please let me know if you need anything. You can DM me anytime or post your own topics.
Thanks
There is a Sony BKM-68X currently listed on eBay for sale. This is the super rare Analog RGB & Component video input card for the BVM A series CRT monitors. It is believed that less than 300 ...
2020-07-21 13:20:36 +0000 UTC View PostHey everyone. This is a list of all the caps in the 2950q. You'll really only need the electrolytic cap list, but this is a great helpful resource. Thanks Maximilian Decroix for sharing it.
Hey everyone,
I had a lot of fun working on this PVM. The 2950q is still my all time favorite PVM. This video will be posted in a couple days to YouTube. Please let me know if you need a...
This is the best 75ohm BNC to RCA adapter I've ever found. It is a bit pricey at almost $6 USD each, but well worth it. FYI - I don't get paid by any company to promote an item. These are the ex...
2020-07-13 12:32:42 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey everyone in Europe. If you are looking for a PVM, here is a pretty good deal from a trusted seller. I've had others buy from him in the past and were happy.
Feel free to PM him throug...
This video will be released on Monday. One of my viewers sent me their documents from the CRT Antitrust lawsuit. It's interesting to see this whole thing evolve over the years.
On anothe...
Check this add out! Don't miss out if you are in the area!
2020-07-09 20:19:20 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey everyone. I was able to work on a Sony PVM 2950q for a Customer. This includes a lot of recapping, cleaning and calibration. I did a similar study on the caps for this monitor like I did on...
2020-07-08 21:54:26 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey everyone. Hope you all have a wonderful holiday weekend. Keep an eye on this government site to see if you can find a deal on some professional CRTs.
- Steve
This has a lot of lower end PVMs and other monitors. Still a nice lot for someone in the Ohio area!
2020-06-28 14:07:38 +0000 UTC View Post
Here is an auction link I found that's only at $100 ATM. It includes a 20L5 and a BVM D20F1U! Plus others! If you want tk go get it, please do so and let us know how it goes!
2020-06-28 14:06:10 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey everyone,
I have made it through the majority of the boards on the D24. I was able to test the wear and tear on these caps. How many do you think went bad out of 140 total?
Tha...
Hey everyone, over the last 2 weeks I have been recapping lots of BVM D series boards. I have already recapped all the boards except the ISR board in a BVM D24E1WU. First I have been focusing the m...
2020-06-20 20:20:17 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey everyone. Here is a quick guide on how you can make a custom cap kit for nearly any electronic.
Thanks for your support.
- Steve
Hey everyone. I don't know how I missed this a couple weeks back, but if you are in the Michigan area and looking for a cool CRT, here is a listing for a bunch that will be sold for about $100 eac...
2020-06-19 14:24:18 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey everyone. I know people are always looking for this version of the Gscart switch. It has Scart & VGA RGBS out. It's been out of production for a while. It may go really quickly though.<...
2020-06-12 15:30:14 +0000 UTC View Post
Hi everyone,
Here is the newest video on the BVM D series restoration. I reveal some new knowledge on the PA board and Overload protection. Before that I explain capacitor lifespan.
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Hey everyone.
This is another great document I found and was using today. It appears to be an old marketing tool. It's loaded with information and is great to use when comparing one Sony...
Hey everyone,
Here is one of the best geometry calibration cheat sheets I've found. It gives a good picture of nearly every problem that you may encounter when using a CRT and the setting ...
Hey everyone. I wanted to share this write up by another smart man and friend to the community, Evan Watson. He had an issue I've seen before in his PVM and was able to save the monitor by chan...
2020-06-09 12:52:06 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey everyone,
I'm super excited to get things going on the Sony BVM D24 series of Pro CRT monitors. This video is the 1st in the Playlist. I go over how to recap one of the internal circui...
Hey everyone. This is a new update to a story I've covered in the past. This video will come out tomorrow on YouTube. Also D24E1WU repairs are coming next! The first video is being edited today...
2020-06-04 13:03:07 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey everyone. This is not my listing, but this is a chance to get a pretty good condition 20L5 at auction pricing and it will be shipped!
2020-06-04 01:24:14 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey everyone.
As some of you may know, this weekend is the 2 year anniversary of Retro Tech. I am extremely thankful for all you support. Here is a look at the past year and also a look ...
Here is an early look at my 2nd video coming later this week.
Thanks again and please let me know if you have any repair questions or need anything.
Sincerely,
- Steve
Hey everyone.
I have a fresh new repair video for this week. These 2030s are great, but they are tedious little devils.
Thanks for your continued support and have a great weeken...