Re: Apple IIGS to TV?

[Polymorph <polymorph69@hotmail.com>]

On Mar 20, 12:11 am, limtc <thyech...@gmail.com> wrote:
> Hi,
>
> Finally I might have a chance to get an Apple IIGS for my son for
> programming purpose... however, there is a problem - there is no
> monitor.
>
> I have various LCD TV and monitor in my house (no CRT...), what's my
> best choice? Can I connect Apple IIGS to composite (if yes, how well
> or bad does it look? Does it work in color)?
>
> I hope to look for a solution without purchasing special hardware or
> cables (unless it is a cable I can easily obtained from electronics
> shops...). Thanks!

If you can't find a genuine Apple IIgs monitor, the other option open
to you is to find an older CRT monitor capable of doing ~15KHz sync.
Such monitors include those made for the Amiga and Atari ST. Of
course, if you choose to go with this method, you will need to wire
your own cable (or have one made for you). The Apple II FAQ has some
suggestions for other suitable monitors and also some pinouts for
wiring your own cables. I recently wired up and old Commodore 1084S
monitor for use on my daughters IIgs.

Cheers,
Mike