Commodore Monitor Question

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Commodore Monitor Question

Post by Mr. Bastey » Mon May 02, 2011 7:38 pm

Well my friend and I are building a smallish arcade cabinet, and with my budget affording TVs is difficult. There's an old used Commodore monitor in a local store, but I'd like to know if using it is a good idea first before I make a purchase. Anyone know if they're any good? I'm just hoping they work well and aren't prone to problems. Any suggestions?

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Re: Commodore Monitor Question

Post by Snow_Cat » Tue May 03, 2011 2:41 pm

Maybe, do you know what model it is?

Otherwise look for an analog monitor compatible with a 15.5 kHz horizontal frequency. Digital EGA/CGA monitors will distort the colours severely, and most VGA need a minimum 30 kHz horizontal frequency or they self-destruct (really).


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Re: Commodore Monitor Question

Post by Mr. Bastey » Mon May 16, 2011 5:11 pm

Sorry about the late reply, I haven't been able to get on lately, been busy. Anyway, I'll check the store tomorrow to see what model it is, I can't remember since I was last there.

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