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    Playstation One LCD screen

    Hi

    Does anyone have a set of instructions on how to convert / take these screens apart and make them work with FS/Magenta. Did a search but found nothing. Alternatively anyone have a suggestion on screen make/model. I need two to sit side by side for my magenta PFD/ND setup

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    This first link is the one I'm using:

    http://starfox.ucc.asn.au/carcomp/serio_lcd.htm

    Here are two others:

    http://www.bit-tech.net/article/136/

    http://www.extremetech.com/article2/...1765353,00.asp

    Here is the supplier for the connector boards and extension cables for remotely mounting the controller board:

    http://www.quadrangleproducts.com/pr...&Category_ID=2

    FDS also offers a mount for the PS1 screen.

    The model of the screen is a Samsung LST500Q1 GF1 for US customers. The PAL version is a G3 I believe.

    These can be wired for a direct video card input.
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    This will get it apart for you but.. I would not take the time to make the VGA mod to it. I have seen the video both ways on this screen first hand and the video with the mod is not as good as just using the RCA in! My opionion...
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    Yes definately dont do the vga mod. Have a look on ebay for good quality cables. I use a camcorder to tv/vcr monster brand cable and the picture is superb.

    For disassembly and setup you cant go past the flight deck solutions forums. Do a search over there and you will see plenty of discussions on the psone screen including the holder which they manufactuer.

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    If you are not using an ATI card, or any card that uses C sync, that might be why you are getting less than desirable results with a VGA input.

    C sync is required for this to work with VGA.

    I've seen the VGA input on the PS1 screen using C sync. The display looks as good as any other full size monitor.
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    My point here is, for the amount of work it is to convert to VGA, the picture is as good as the monitor is capable of using the RCA in.
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    I see.

    Since I don't have an RCA out on my video card I'm sort of stuck with VGA unless I want to purchase a converter.

    I don't mind the extra soldering.
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    Thanks Guys. Excellent, informed opinions, as always !
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    Quote Originally Posted by Boeing Skunk Works View Post
    I see.

    Since I don't have an RCA out on my video card I'm sort of stuck with VGA unless I want to purchase a converter.

    I don't mind the extra soldering.
    Ahh now that is different. I just bought a cheap and I mean cheap VGA card with the video out and use that to drive mine. BUT! my LCD is not a PS1 unit.... I have worked with them and set them up for a few guys. Only reason I am not using one is I am using what I had. I may get a couple soon.
    Bob Reed

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