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Oh no! My computer screen is yellow!

Discussion in 'BBS Hangout' started by fadeaway, Apr 7, 2003.

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  1. fadeaway

    fadeaway Member

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    It will be fine for a while, then for no apparant reason everything goes yellow. Also, for some reason, jiggling it makes it yellower. :eek:

    Is this a symptom of a monitor wearing out? I've had this one since 1996. It's a 17 inch Vivitron.

    I'd hate to have to use one of my 15 inch backups. You can't properly enjoy p*rn with such a small screen. :(
     
    #1 fadeaway, Apr 7, 2003
  2. MoBalls

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    try reseating monitor cable (both connections).......if that doesnt work....your monitor might be toast
     
    #2 MoBalls, Apr 7, 2003
  3. A-Train

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    Maybe it's the Yellow Screen of Death!!!!
     
    #3 A-Train, Apr 7, 2003
  4. Castor27

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    Monitors do that normally due to a cable problem( I had one that turned a purplish color). First check the pins on the cable to make sure they aren't bent. If possible try connecting the monitor to a different computer just to make sure. If that is the culprit, monitor cords can be replaced but you'll probably have to get someone to do it for you. I had one done once but ir was under warranty so I really don't know how much it would cost. If you had been planning on getting an upgrade now could be a good time.
     
    #4 Castor27, Apr 7, 2003
  5. A-Train

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    Seven years for a monitor is damn impressive. I'd go the full nine and get a new one, since CRT monitors are pretty cheap these days with the flat screen invasion...
     
    #5 A-Train, Apr 7, 2003
  6. Mulder

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    I'd agree with everything presented here so far. I used to fix monitors for Apple. Check the pins as well, as a bent pin can cause an intermittant connection and video tinting. Sounds like it is an issue internally, however.

    I'm gonna get on a soapbox now, but if you never read anything else on this BBS, pay attention to this next statement:

    DON'T EVER, EVER, OPEN UP AND TOUCH THE INTERNAL COMPONENTS OF A CRT MONITOR!!!

    There are internal components (in particular the anode cap) that carry over 25,000 voltsven when the monitor is off. This amount could kill you, so don't play with the internal workings!!!

    I don't wnat tohear about any Rockets fans getting fried... Jazz fans on the other hand :p
     
    #6 Mulder, Apr 7, 2003
  7. Gutter Snipe

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    Off as in unplugged? That's pretty cool!
     
    #7 Gutter Snipe, Apr 7, 2003
  8. Castor27

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    Yep most companies will not even consider repairs on monitors. Just buy new ones. Monitors hold high charges of static electricity and it is very easy to be shocked by one.


    C
     
    #8 Castor27, Apr 7, 2003
  9. Mulder

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    I saw it happen once, dude's arm went numb for a day or so. Good thing is that he had his hand behind his back so the shock went down his arm instead of across his chest... We have heard of people getting zapped, tossed across the room, and being dead mid-flight.
     
    #9 Mulder, Apr 7, 2003
  10. A-Train

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    Well, if you work on any electrical appliance while it's still plugged in, you deserve 25,000 volts of current running through your body...
     
    #10 A-Train, Apr 7, 2003
  11. rockHEAD

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    1996? You're lucky it lasted you this long!! replace that sucker!
     
    #11 rockHEAD, Apr 7, 2003
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