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Update on BVM Restoration & eBay's 100% Guarantee

Hey everyone.  Thanks again for the support.  Please enjoy this video for the next week ad free before it is released to the general population.  Please let me know if you need anything and have a great weekend.

- Steve

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Early Access: Sony PVM 14m4u - The 800 TV Line experience

This is a performance demonstration of the PVM model 14M4U that I recently worked on. Please let me know if you need anything.

Thanks - Steve

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Sony PVM 14M4U Restoration Walkthrough

Hey everybody. Here is my latest restoration video. I'll be having probably one additional video on the Sony PVM 14M4U alone and some more comparison videos of this and other Pro CRT Monitors in the future. Thanks again for your support and please let me know if you need anything.

Thanks
Steve

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Sony PVM 14M4U "SOLD"


****Update - this PVM has sold. I'll have another ready ASAP. Thanks


Hey everybody. I've got a restored 14M4U available for sale. I wanted to offer it exclusively here on Patreon first before I list it on eBay. This PVM was originally manufactured in 1997. It has a HR Trinitron CRT with 800 TVLines of resolution. This monitor also includes a working SDI board installed. The Power Supply has been fully recapped and I've replaced 19 vital Caps on the Main A board that control g...

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New Convergence Tool Review. Early Release!

Hey everybody. I just got this tool and am glad to add this service to the calibrations I perform going forward. Thanks again for your support and please buy one of these if you think you need one. Also there are some Jewelers tools and lenses that are a good alternative if these Klein tools get too expensive. I plan to review those in the future.

Steve.

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The coolest tool I've ever seen!

Got a new tool today. It's a Klein Convergence Tester. Works amazingly well and is a must have for adjusting convergence. I'm working on a review as we speek!

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Labor Day Adapters orders are complete.

I finished up this weekend's orders of adapters. I even made a custom short adapter for a Patron special request. Please PM me or post below if you need an adapter quote. Thanks - Steve

(prices are around $30 shipped in the USA.)

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The 3rd and final installment on the JVC TMH150CG

Hey everyone. I am out of town this weekend at a wedding, but have a new video ready for you. Thanks for your support!

- Steve

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Early Access: JVC TM-H150CG Pro Monitor Review

This monitor is awesome!  Please enjoy this video before I post it on YouTube with ads later next week.   Thanks again for your support and please let me know if you need anything.

- Steve

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Early Access: First Look at the JVC TM-H150CG

Hey everyone.  This is a video detailing how to calibrate the geometry on a JVC Pro CRT.  I also will have a follow up video coming soon highlighting all the details and spec for this model, but I needed to calibrate it first.  


Thanks and please let me know if you need anything.

- Steve

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Early Access: Detailed guide on packing a PVM with cost breakdown

Hey everyone.  Here is a detailed guide on packing a CRT.  This is the safest and most cost effective way to ship a CRT or any high end electronic.  Thanks for your support.  Please let me know if you need anything.  

Sincerely,

Steve

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Sony BVMs are dropping dead for this reason

Hey everyone.  Here is my latest video.  This one will remain commercial free till next week when it's released to the public.  Please let me know if you have any experience with this issue.  Thanks again for the support. 

P.S.:  I'm working on a new Monitor video covering a JVC pro monitor this week, so be on the lookout for that.


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Comments and Questions: New Series

Hey everybody. Here is an episode of my newest series: Comment of the Day. Thanks for your support and please let me know if you need anything.

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New early access: Top 5 Accessories

Hey everybody. Here is the newest video. Please let me know if you need anything or have any questions. Thanks again and have a great weekend.

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Sony PVM for sale $250

Hey everyone. I need to clear some space out so I can work on more projects. I've got a great deal available on this restored Sony PVM 1350. I also feature this Monitor on the Inventory video post for July. It is the one from the Bezel Swap video. The geometry caps have been replaced and it's calibrated. It's a real beauty for anyone looking for a mid-size PVM. Shipping or Pick-up is available. Add a scart adapter & power cable for an additional $35. Thanks again. You can type ...

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14L2 CRT Tube Installation - New Video: Commercial Free!

Hey everyone.  I tried something a little different on this video.  Let me know what you think about it.  I like the idea of making videos in this format from time to time.  Thanks again and please watch this before it gets ads and released next week.  

Sincerely,

Steve

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This Month's winner is: ???

Hi Patreon members.  Thank you so much for all of your support.  Congratulations to the winner.  There will be another giveaway for Patreon members in August so look for that announcement.  I also have these adapters available for purchase for the low price of $29 with free US shipping!

Please let me know if you need anything and congratulations to the winner.  I will DM the winner in the next 24 hours.  Thanks again.

Sincerely, Steve.

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Early Access: No Ads! PVM Bezel Swap & Vertical Screen Collapse Repair Tutorial

Hi Everyone. Thanks so much for your continued support. This is my newest repair and restoration video. Please enjoy it before it is released on YouTube with commercials next Wednesday July 17th. Let me know if you need anything and have a great day.

- Steve

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New BNC to Scart Adapter Cables available!

I have some adapters available for purchase currently. These are the same high quality adapters that are sold on eBay for $40, but my price is only $29! That includes free US shipping and is a great value. Please let me know if you'd like to grab a set by commenting below or send me a DM. Thanks again everyone.

P.S. - I will be doing the drawing this week for the Patreon giveaway of One Free set of these cables. If you are a Patron that has contributed any amount to this point, y...

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PVMs Available to Buy - July 2019

Hey everyone.  I have two PVMs restored and ready to go.  The first is a Sony PVM 1350.  This PVM is priced at $270 alone or $305 for the bundle with cables.  The other PVM is a 14L2.  This is a much newer and nice PVM.  It is $375 alone or $410-$415 with the bundle.  Shipping and pick up are available.  There are lots of details in this video on the PVMs.  Packing and shipping generally cost $60 to $100 depending on how far away from Nashville, Te...

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Inventory coming in July

Hey everyone. I have 2 PVMs nearly ready to go. They've both been serviced pretty heavily and should have long lives ahead of them. I'll have more info to come this week. Here are a few details though:

-One is a PVM 1350. It has been recapped, cleaned & calibrated. It is from 1996 originally but still has a robust picture.

-The 2nd is a Pvm 14L2. It has been cleaned, calibrated and has a fresh tube installed. This is a recent model manufactured in 2004.

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Early Access - No Advertising! Sony PVM 14m2 repair and crazy custom mods on a PVM

Hey everybody. This is my newest video. Please enjoy this before it is released to the public with commercials. Thanks again and let me know if you need anything.

-Steve

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Patron Early Access - No Advertising - eBay Shipping Nightmare! Sort of.....

Thanks for your continued support. Please watch this before I release to the world next week with ads. Have a great day!

- Steve

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Going Live tonight at 8PM Eastern 7 PM Central

Please drop by tonight. I'll be chatting and searching for CRTs to buy.

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When Flash Gordon tries to ruin a Priceless VCR - Ad Free Exclusive!

Hey everyone. Here is my newest video. It will remain free of advertising till it is released to the general population next Friday or so. Thanks again for your support.

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Ad Free Exclusive Video: RGB Scart 2 Component Convertor Review

Hey everyone.  This video was a lot of work and I hope it's helpful.  I tested five different displays for this video. and featured a number of exclusive products.  Please let me know if you have any questions about any of the items.  Please watch the video before I release it to the public next week with ads!  Thanks everyone for the support.

- Steve

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Exclusive - Patron Giveaway! Please like the video on YouTube & comment to enter!

Hey everyone.  I'm still working on the video for the RGB to Component Convertor.  In the mean time, here is a new video I put together on how to make your own High Quality SCART to RGBS BNC cables.  I also have a drawing for Two FREE Sets of these Cables!  Please like the video on YouTube and comment on YouTube and This post to be entered in each drawing.  That will give you 2 chances to win.

Also let me know if you want a kit to make your own cables.  I c...

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Only Available on Patreon: June 2019 Update

Please let me know if you have any questions for the upcoming Q&A or if you need anything.  Thanks again.

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Early Ad Free Access for Patrons: Sony PVM 2030 eBay Unboxing!

Please enjoy this ad free video before it is released to the rest of the world with commercials at a later time.  Thanks again for your support and please let me know if you need anything.  I've got lots more to come.

Sincerely - Steve

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Exclusive Early release for Patrons: I Like Ike!

Hey everyone.  Please enjoy early and ad free viewings of my newest video.  I will release it to the rest of the world in a few days with ads so make sure you watch it before then.  Thanks again for your support and please let me know if you have any questions or comments.

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