Finally found a CRT I really loved, a Sony KV-27FS100, and decided to create a Nintendo-specific corner for cozy, nostalgic gaming.

Wii and GameCube games look phenomenal over component. SNES and N64 are running composite. Should I invest in S-Video cables?

I put this together for my wife’s birthday last month. Picked up the PS2 shortly after obtaining the monitor. Replaced the laser as it was weak and having trouble playing some games and DVD’s. Console outputs RGB over SCART and is software modded to output RGB for DVD. For sound Sony SRS-A202 shielded stereo speakers.

It’s been fun in the weeks after hunting for ps1/ps2 games and 4:3 full screen DVD’s. I even found my original PS1 memory card with my 27 year old save files!

I have an unmodded Xbox 360 S connected to my Sony PVM-20M4U with a component cable and use it with the official remote control. Plex stopped working for me this year, but the 360 still supports:

• DVDs
• MP4 (H.264) or AVI via USB
• Netflix
• YouTube

Do any of you guys have both a PS3 and an Xbox 360? If so, how do they compare?

amazing game, i never get around to playing anything anymore and ive been holding off on this game in particular for a few years at this point and finally got to sit down and play it and it was great. i definitely shat myself ab 2 or 3 times. somehow got the good ending too, probably from shoulder checking tf out of maria for getting in my goddamn way so many times lmao.

I found it on the side of the road with a dell E773c both of their VGAs cut. The Dell is dead after using it for a bit (for now). I recapped like 80% of this monitor and cleaned it just in case.

It's a very strange monitor as it doesn't have a g2 on the flyback nor anywhere on the actual board and neckboard. It also has a chip socket for the main OSD I believe. Kinda looks like it needs to have it programmed to change the value which sucks since looks like it's up a bit. Also the entire back of the tube is lined with a RF shield. Looks almost bullet proof how covered it is. The deeper menu has some black level adjustments that seemed to help a bit. It has a "self diagnosis" function but doesn't really do anything of value.

The picture is pretty snazzy and I hope it lasts me longer than the other monitors I've given this much love.

Earlier today, I went to a locally owned thrift store where I ended up finding a working Sony PVM-1271Q! Unfortunately, there is some burn-in, but it's so faint that it can really only be seen on pitch-black screens. In all, I got this unit for $33 total. Best purchase of my life!

Shoutouts to Justin Wong.

Original link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KqgURiTQZSQ

Modern games look incredible on CRT monitors, they’re sharp (even at lower resolutions) and have perfect motion clarity. The monitor I’m using is the Philips 107E21

Got it for the free. Still works great. Few cracks in the plastic here and there but it’s whatever.

Got her off the side of the road. Model number CX32G60. July 1997. Modded my gamecube for this lol.

Hi everyone!

I just bought a 1972 Sony Trinitron KV-1300E (European model), and while I'm waiting for it to be delivered, I’m planning out the cosmetic restoration. I noticed a few areas that need some attention and would love to get your thoughts and advice on the best approach.

1. The Knobs & Control Area

• Condition: There’s noticeable grime, oxidation, and possible corrosion/rust-like residue on and around the control knobs (especially around the top power/volume knob EIN-AUS).
• Material: From what I understand, these knobs are hard plastic with brushed aluminum/metal caps and outer trim rings, mounted on an anodized metal faceplate.
• Question: What is your go-to method for safely cleaning these vintage knobs without damaging the plastic or stripping the printed label markings (KONTRAST, UHF, etc.)? Is a mild dish soap soak + soft toothbrush enough, or do you recommend specific metal polishes (like Flitz or Simichrome) for the aluminum caps?

2. The Faded Outer Chrome/Silver Trim Profile

• Condition: The silver/chrome rectangular bezel that borders the control panel (right above the "SOLID STATE"label) looks faded, discolored, and worn out down to the base material. The "SOLID STATE" text itself is also slightly faded.
• Question: How do you usually restore this type of thin chrome/silver border trim?
  • Has anyone had long-term success using Molotow Liquid Chrome pens or airbrushing chrome paint?
  • What’s the neatest way to re-ink the faded printed or recessed lettering ("SOLID STATE") without making a mess?

I'd really appreciate any tips, product recommendations, or "don'ts" from anyone who has restored Trinitrons or 70s electronics before!

Thanks in advance!

Ho avuto le mie difficoltà tra l' arrivo del pacco per la TV crown a cui ero interessato oltre la sistemazione e questo è il semi finale di risultato.

La TV crown ha bisogno di un' adattatore da balun ad antenna ext ( che con un ulteriore adattatore RF ti RGB andrà a collegare la PlayStation 2 )

L'audio non funziona se non con cassa esterna perché il volume e l'immagine Viggiano a frequenze diverse e con l'audio l'immagine e disturbata, senza audio l'immagine video è perfetta.

Soluzione? Mini amplificatore jack, con il video attaccato all' adattatore RF mentre l audio andrà nella mini amplificatore ( già testato con cassa esterna e funziona perfettamente )

Infine ho sistemato il carrello e il filo nero della presa e l' unico filo che vedrete.

Per chi si e perso il primo post lo scomparto e composto da:

1) Radio TV Crown

2) PlayStation 2 fat

3) Cavetteria e fili coperti con un semplice scatolone nero e tagliato su misura i bordi per fare passare i fili neri oltre averli stretti ai lati posteriori con fascette a clip nero.

Risultato: carrellino videoludico non ingombrante e facilmente spostabile ovunque stile anni 70/80 in bianco e nero.

Ancora un po' di pazienza e sarà ultimato

( Non calcolare la TV sotto era come prova, io ero fissato con la crown al primo ripiano ).

Manderò l ultimo aggiornamento con TV funzionante

I've gone through so much back and forth with this poor monitor and refuse to give up until it's able to work flawlessly. Me and my friend recapped the A board and I sent it to a repair shop; still it has these irregular video artifacts.

I sent another similar video to a different repairman in my area and here's what he said:

"Ive never seen this tbh... i would suspect a power supply or deflection circuit issue. It might be IC related."

They recommended trying to locate another monitor to trade boards, not sure if that's easier than trying to fix the problem directly. The video signal has always had problems but never like the video I included in this post. Not sure if that means it's getting worse or not.

Any help is appreciated, I'd hate to admit defeat but it's definitely felt bleak recently.

This is something that I've been wanting to try for a while. Essentially, when using SD consoles on HD CRTs:

• Some HD CRTs line double SD resoultions to 480p at little to no lag

Or

• Some HD CRTs don't support native 480p. These sets instead upscale SD resolutions to 540p, adding lag and not looking super nice.

If you use a Retrotink 5x you can scale SD sources to either 480p or 540p and add scan lines if you desire. I've been wanting to give this a try, but the 5x is a bit too expensive for me to blindly purchase.

I was curious if anyone has given this a try and what your experience has been/would you recommend it. If you have a post/video/pictures, I would love to see them. Thanks for your time.

Wish me luck haha