Re: Blurry Apple II GS RGB Monitor

[Stephen Shaw <xstephenx@apple2.org.za>]

On 07 Jan 2002 19:06:02 GMT, Michael J. Mahon wrote:

> Ed wrote:
>
>>So, where exactly would one purchase a flyback, what is it's part
>>number?  I am familiar with TV circuits and can solder.
>
> You'll probably find it cheaper to replace the monitor, since new
> replacement flybacks will be in the $25-$45 range.  ;-(

I urge you to try and fix it! How much longer are you going to be able to find
monitors like this on Ebay or in thrift shops?

>
>>I also have a probe with a 12 gauge wire wrapped around a pipe with a
>>big insulator for me to discharge the tube.  [BANG!!!]  (What I really
>>need is ear plugs.)
>
> As long as one end of the wire is securely connected to chassis
> ground, you can hold it just about any way you want.  You only
> need it to be the first thing that comes into contact with the CRT
> anode.  No insulation is necessary, since the wire is guaranteed
> to be at ground potential by its _good_ connection on the other
> end.
>
>
>
> -michael
>
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