Re: Apple Color Composite Monitor

[Dennis Jenkins <dennis@usb.com>]

Paul Grammens wrote:
> 
> Dennis Jenkins <dennis@usb.com> wrote in message
> 3A0026FB.E86E7759@usb.com">news:3A0026FB.E86E7759@usb.com...
> > I just acquired an Apple Color Composite Monitor as the local Goodwill
> > store.  Works great, except the tint is way off.  Everything has a
> > greenish haze to it.  Can the tint be adjusted?
> 
> I'm not familiar with that particular model, but monitors are fundamentally
> the same. You'll have to remove the back and work with the monitor on, which
> is hazardous. Don't attempt this unless you have some knowledge of
> electricity and have reviewed safety info on monitor repairs.
> There are typically one or more adjustments for red, green and blue located
> on the board attached to the rear of the CRT neck. They are usually located
> along the top edge, and may even be labeled R G B.   Make a note of the
> current settings, in case you need to start over.  If they are not labeled,
> I just tweak slightly to see the effect until I find the one I'm looking
> for.   Keep in mind that too much green may actually be too little red.
> Ideally have something on screen with a variety of colors and white, so you
> can get them all adjusted properly.
> Good luck, and remember, safety first.
> -Paul

Thanks for the suggestion.  Yeah, I've been playing with computers and
electronics since I was 8.  I've zapped myself enough time to know that
30Kv hurts a bit.

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