geerlingguy / geerlingguy/retro-computers
Fix analog inputs and recap board
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The monitor is currently quite dim using either composite or S-Video inputs, even if I turn up the red, blue, and green gain all the way. The mouse cursor outline is bright white when used with a Mac, but everything else is quite dim.

Apparently there are two potentiometers to replace, and then a capacitor to be added, which may help with the main issue.
- [445-173467-1-ND](https://www.digikey.in/en/products/detail/tdk-corporation/FG28C0G1H050CNT06/5803081) - TDK 5pF 50V Ceramic Cap (need 2)
- [2447-GKG10015-ND](https://www.digikey.in/en/products/detail/ew-electronics/GKG10015/11689286?s=N4IgTCBcDa4CxwOwFoDmBrVBGADDrArMgHYAmIAugL5A) - 3-10pF Capacitor Trimmer 100V
Then separately, recapping the entire unit may help with longevity.
For reference:
- CRT Database: https://crtdatabase.com/crts/sony/sony-pvm-8044q
- Video on the repair: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ppA8R9Yd6Dg
- Pre-assembled cap kits: https://www.ebay.com/itm/197370545682
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