Classic Computer Essentials (was C128D)

From: Phil Beesley <PB14_at_leicester.ac.uk>
Date: Wed Sep 16 07:10:56 1998

On 16 Sep 98 at 1:42, Tony Duell wrote:

> How about a list of useful things for classic computer collectors, even
> for those who don't want to get involved with repair. I'd start with the
> following... Feel free to add things
>
> A transformer to convert your local mains into the 'other' standard. I.e.
> a 110V step-down transformer for the UK, a 220V step-up transformer for
> the states.
>
> A composite monochrome monitor, capable of working with UK and US TV
> standards (almost all will do that).
>
> An analogue RGB colour monitor, TV scan rates

The analogue RGB monitor is an essential but getting one that runs at
TV scan rates is getting difficult. I was lucky enough to find a
Microvitec badged NEC Multisync (digital and analog inputs) that
seems to display almost anything. However it's now more than ten
years old and starting to display its age. These types of display are
snapped up by the Amiga enthusiasts so what are the alternatives?
Does anyone know the signal requirements for the "new" desktop flat
screen displays?

Phil



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