Re: Once upon a time, there was a device...

["anoneds@netscape.net" <anoneds@netscape.net>]

Liam Busey wrote:
> A.J. wrote:
> > ...that allowed Apple IIGS RGB signals to be converted to S-Video.
> > Does such a device still exist?
>
> I saw this in the CSA2 monitor FAQ. I have no experience with the
> product.
>
>
> Liam
>
>
> **********  excerpt from CSA2 monitor FAQ *************
>
>
> From: Jim Krych (ab453@cleveland.Freenet.Edu)
>
> 028- Is there a high-quality replacement for RGB monitors?
>
>      Yes. It's called the "VideoTurtle." (What follows comes from a
> Video
> Turtle advertisement.)
>
>      The VideoTurtle is a product that converts your RGB signal, known
> as TV
> RGB-15.75KHz scan rate for NTSC, into S-Video!  S-Video is an enhanced
> form of
> TV with better clarity and resolution than the "TV" we are all familiar
> with.
>
>      With your computer, the VideoTurtle, and an S-Video equipped TV,
> you get
> equal or better display quality, than your old RGB monitor. Not only
> that, you
> get a much bigger and eye-pleasing display, and a TV to boot!
>
>      The VideoTurtle, from Turtle Enterprises, can be purchased for
> $149.95
> from one of it's authorized distributors, such as Tex Comp Ltd. To
> order all
> 1-800-846-3474. For technical information on TV RGB systems we haven't
> mentioned, or general technical help, call 1-626-967-3341. Turtle
> Enterprises
> can be reached via email: videoturtle@hotmail.com

How old is this ad?

I remember Jim advertising that a LONG TIME AGO for the TI-99 computer.
It has been some time since they were available, IIRC...

We are talking like maybe 10 to 15 years...