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Author: Steve from Retro Tech

Hi, I am Steve from Retro Tech.  I have a shop where I research obsolete video technology, repair analog video equipment, and restore Cathode Ray Tube displays (CRTs).

Can the Retro Tink 4K replace your CRT?

Posted on December 1, 2023December 1, 2023 by Steve from Retro Tech
Can the Retro Tink 4K replace your CRT?

The RetroTink 4K is ready to be released to the world.  This has led many to wonder, can this be the scaler to emulate a CRT properly?  The 8-Bit Esquire is on the case with a deep dive into the CRT emulation abilities of the Tink 4K. This video presents amazing visual demonstrations of the […]

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The Reflex RF – Composite to RF Adapter

Posted on September 16, 2023 by Steve from Retro Tech
The Reflex RF – Composite to RF Adapter

A new product is coming to help save your old RF only TV.  The Reflex RF is from MisterAddons.  This compact piece of hardware allows you to easily convert your NTSC composite video and stereo audio into NTSC RF coaxial.  You can send in your AV signal through the RCA inputs, then connect the coaxial […]

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America’s B&O Retro TV – The MX 5000 CRT

Posted on August 25, 2023 by Steve from Retro Tech
America’s B&O Retro TV – The MX 5000 CRT

When it comes to luxury televisions of the 20th century, you will find no better than the CRT TVs produced by Bang and Olufsen.  These TVs are beautifully designed and have many unique features.  One of the more alluring features of these sets is a built in scart input on the televisions.  This input supports […]

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The Dell P1130 Trinitron – A High Performance PC CRT

Posted on August 11, 2023 by Steve from Retro Tech
The Dell P1130 Trinitron – A High Performance PC CRT

  The Dell P1130 is a 4:3 bland Dell PC monitor from the early 2000s.  So, why is it significant now?  To put it simply, this particular CRT monitor is a wolf in sheep’s clothing.  Under that ugly shell, there is a powerful Sony FD Trinitron monitor waiting to take your breath away.  The Cathode […]

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Why Museums still use CRTs

Posted on July 29, 2023 by Steve from Retro Tech
Why Museums still use CRTs

I had a chance to sit down with Kirston Otis, the Audio and Video Design department head for The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston.  He is in charge of many projects at the Museum.  One of which is to preserve the museum’s large collection of CRTs and other retro video devices.  We discuss the methods […]

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On Trial: The People v. Michael Jackson’s Moonwalker

Posted on June 10, 2023 by Steve from Retro Tech
On Trial: The People v. Michael Jackson’s Moonwalker

The 8BitEsquire is back with a new case on his docket.  This time around, he examines Micheal Jackson’s Moonwalker for the Sega Genesis/Mega Drive.  The question being, is this game worthy of adding to your retro video game collection at its current high price point on the secondary market.  Learn the history of the game […]

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The Sony PVM 5041Q Trinitron – Review and Repairs

Posted on June 9, 2023June 9, 2023 by Steve from Retro Tech
The Sony PVM 5041Q Trinitron – Review and Repairs

There has always been a need for portable monitors in the video and film industry.  In the 1990s, Sony realized this need and in response produced a new line of Trinitron Field Monitors.  These CRTs supported a wide range of analog video signals and were fully portable with rechargeable batteries and other alternative power options. […]

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Secrets of the Toshiba 24AF45 CRT TV

Posted on May 7, 2023May 7, 2023 by Steve from Retro Tech
Secrets of the Toshiba 24AF45 CRT TV

The Toshiba 24AF45 is a Standard Definition Flat Screen CRT Television produced in the mid 2000’s.  This TV set has a unique set of features and secrets that have been hidden from hungry retro gamers until now.  Here are 3 of the most important features you need to know about this CRT: Accessing the Service […]

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240p Test Suite and MD Fourier Presentation by Artemio

Posted on September 1, 2022 by Steve from Retro Tech
240p Test Suite and MD Fourier Presentation by Artemio

The 240p Test Suite is one of the most valuable tools in retro.  It allows for signal testing from many platforms and is a crucial tool in calibrating older display technologies such as CRTs.  Artemio Urbina has published a panel covering the 240p Test Suite as well as MD Fourier.  This talk was originally given […]

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JVC D Series CRT – Red Color Correction

Posted on September 1, 2022 by Steve from Retro Tech
JVC D Series CRT – Red Color Correction

The JVC D Series CRTs are some of the best analogue displays available.  They are known for their high-resolution tubes which produce a robust image with deep color and sharp scanlines.  There has always been an issue with many JVC Consumer CRTs.  The TV will push the RED color on the electron gun more than […]

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