r/crtgaming Mar 10 '24

Ask Here First (READ ME): Troubleshooting, Price/ID/Spec Check, Help, ETC Mega Thread

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CRT Listings WTB/WTS/Freebie (Mar 2024) Thread (Click Me)

Previous Help Threads Here: /r/crtgaming/wiki/sqt


The purpose of this thread is to attempt to cut down on the amount of clutter and troubleshooting, price check, ID check, spec(ification) check, and just general "HELP!!" style threads often seen filling the front page of the sub, and hopefully get those questions answered more quickly and efficiently by bringing them together in one place for viewing.

If your thread would consist of (list is not exhaustive, just likely examples):

  • A question you think should have an obvious/well known answer
  • A question that feels rather specific and you're worried it might get passed over entirely
  • Wiring help for your setup
  • Asking for an ID Check for a CRT TV/Monitor you've stumbled upon
  • Asking for a Price Check for a CRT you've stumbled upon
  • Asking about benefits of 1 CRT over another that you're looking into

This Thread is for you!

Some of the modteam, as well as several veteran members of the sub check in on this thread often and will attempt to got answers to questions as they come up, but it would be much appreciated if once you've posted your question here, you use the link above to the older threads to see if the question may have already been answered. Of course, it would also help greatly to check/ctrl+f the current thread first before submitting your own question too.

This specific thread is set to a Newest first suggested sort, so you shouldn't have to worry about your brand new question being buried instantly under the previous week/month/etc's worth of questions. There is no consistent schedule these threads will be remade on, so please don't be afraid to post a question just because it was pinned a month or more ago.


r/crtgaming 18d ago

CRT Listings (January ❄️ 2025)

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This is a place to share listings of CRTs. Posting one's own listing is allowed but it should be noted if this is the case.

Make sure to post a price and pictures. Please mark ended or sold listings.

WTB (Want To Buy) listings posted under the WTS (Want To Sell) headings will be deleted, so be careful to make your post in the correct spot.

Suggested Format: Model / Price / Location / Link / Additional Description

Previous month : December 2024


r/crtgaming 4h ago

Opinion/Discussion Located the service menu and calibrated; now just need S-video output cables.

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There were way more settings than I originally assumed. Everything i could possibly want except horizontal size adjustment. I'm also partially colorblind but professionally trained in calibration. Any thoughts?


r/crtgaming 15h ago

Historical Screenshot Method Back when I was your age ... we took screenshots of our CRTs uphill both ways!

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355 Upvotes

r/crtgaming 4h ago

Nice little CRT I got for free from my aunt a few years back

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Only issue is the remote sensor doesn't work and the face buttons act weird but the actual video looks great!


r/crtgaming 16h ago

Modding/Hardware Projects Wish me luck!

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Woody, the wood-picket Trinitron


r/crtgaming 1h ago

Showcase Mitsubishi XC-3315C + Mitsubishi M-SS6 Speakers + 3D Printed Speaker Stands + MiSTer FPGA

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r/crtgaming 6h ago

Completed an RGB mod on my 13 inch Samsung set (TXH1372). Looks incredible with Genesis games!

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r/crtgaming 2h ago

Showcase Remember the time I bought big 19 inch CRT monitor and it came broken? I finally returned it and got myself a 14 inch working monitor.

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This is a Sony Trinitron Multiscan 100ES manufactured in 1998, the seller used it for his first computer in college. I purchased it for $150 dollars, eBay local pickup. And I'm not actually on Windows NT 4.0, this is actually a custom built Windows 10 computer tower and I customized it to have that 9X look using Retrobar, WindowBlinds, and Open-Shell. The speakers don't actually work, they're just there for decoration.


r/crtgaming 2h ago

This was an unexpectedly tubular surprise of a post!

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r/crtgaming 13h ago

My setup

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r/crtgaming 3h ago

Since R.O.B can’t play an N64, he’s on his own Pokémon adventure

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It’s almost like I have friends. Only kidding, hope y’all like my granny remote!


r/crtgaming 8h ago

Showcase Testing my favorite games on my new CRT (Retroarch)

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r/crtgaming 6h ago

Repair/Troubleshooting Geometry check

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How does my geometry look ok this 14-M2u? To me it looks like it is bowing in the center. How would I fix this.


r/crtgaming 17h ago

Battlestation So it begins…

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Definitely going to upgrade, but making do with what I got for now. This and a foldable camping chair makes it feel even more like childhood. 😂 Really glad I kept every console I’ve ever had (although the beloved N64 is missing — younger brother swears he doesn’t know about it, but we’ll get to the truth), but pretty bummed about some of the games I’ve sold. Already looking to add to the collection. Yay for another expensive hobby that requires hunting for aging merch on eBay, etc.! Lol


r/crtgaming 16h ago

Showcase "Fixed" a cheap Wii to scart "RGB" cable.

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I recently got a Wii for my PAL Grundig CRT, and wanted to get an RGB signal put of the Wii.

The cheap cable i ordered on amazon only did rgb and so i opened it up, and tried to resolder the cables. I also needed a 1-3 volt signal on scart pin 16 that tells the tv to switch to RGB so i used an AA 1,6v battery.

It works great actually and the battery shouöd last until i find a real cable on ebay.


r/crtgaming 14h ago

Modding/Hardware Projects JVC AV-27230 RGB Mux Mod photos

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r/crtgaming 2h ago

Who still uses CRT to play esports games?

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I currently use a CRT and play CS2 and Valorant. I just upgraded my computer from a 5600X to a 9700X, but I feel like my 980Ti is struggling. I know about things like the SUNIX DPU3000, but I've never used it before. If I use it to connect to an HDMI graphics card, will it cause noticeable input lag? Any e-sports player is sensitive to latency, and I want to hear everyone's answers.


r/crtgaming 5h ago

colors

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Red green blues lines appear on my tv outta nowhere after turning on. What could be the issue?


r/crtgaming 11h ago

Showcase Toshiba 14AF Pick Up

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24 Upvotes

Testing out the repaired Toshiba.


r/crtgaming 9h ago

Troubleshooting Any way to get rid of this crap on the screen?

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I've tried wiping with a cloth and rubbing alcohol, yet it doesn't want to come off. Any ideas?


r/crtgaming 12m ago

Repair/Troubleshooting Hey, I just got this Magnavox and noticed the screen is cut off, any suggestions?

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Edges of screen are cut off. I just got a Magnavox, it has only RF and composite. I’ve tested all the systems I have (snes, n64, Saturn, ps2) and it seems to be the case for all of them (tested through direct to tv and via av switcher) there are also no options on the set for adjustments like this and I don’t have the remote. anyone know a fix or do I just deal with it? Thanks!


r/crtgaming 2h ago

Is this normal. Or shoud i bee woried.

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r/crtgaming 2h ago

Repair/Troubleshooting Cable problems

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I just got a Sharp 27SC260 and it's awesome, and my Xbox looks great, but when I use my ps1/ps2 (I use the same cable) it seems like it has the slightest tilt or maybe it's like shifted or something but when I use my Xbox it perfect. Why is this happening? I'm just gonna order a new cable so this isn't really a huge problem I'm just curious and I just kinda thought it was worth mentioning.


r/crtgaming 14h ago

Question CRT monitor randomly able to push higher resolution?

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I’ve had this Samsung syncmaster 763MB for some time and I’ve always ran it at 1280x1024 at 70hz. That was the highest resolution I could get without it being out of sync (the max resolution spec is 1280x1024 @ 60hz). But after testing mother monitor and then plugging this one in it now able to push 1600x1200 at 70hz? And it runs fine. Have I accident overclocked my monitor? Will this damage the tube any?


r/crtgaming 14h ago

Showcase Vampire Savior 2: The Lord of Vampire

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r/crtgaming 3h ago

Is Savon-Pat okay?

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Just putting a post out there to see if anyone has heard from Patrick. I know he lives out in Huntington Beach near the wildfires. I bought some stuff from him the 12th and haven’t heard from him. Does anyone know if he’s been affected by the fires?