Eidorian said:
If the external video is dead too then it sounds like a video card issue. Can you confirm that you get a signal, it's dead, or it's just outside the display range for the external display?edwajean said:Thanks for swift response! Have already tried running another standalone monitor using VGA output jack, but won't work- new screen shows up black. Presume as it's mirroring, there's nothing to mirror off the dead CRT, maybe?? Any other ideas please?
Did you turn the eMac off and start it back up with the second monitor attached? It may not have detected the monitor. Restarting would be the easiest way to make sure it knows to look for display devices.edwajean said:Thanks for swift response! Have already tried running another standalone monitor using VGA output jack, but won't work- new screen shows up black. Presume as it's mirroring, there's nothing to mirror off the dead CRT, maybe?? Any other ideas please?
Eidorian said:
Yeah, you need to try a different external monitor. It sounds like that one won't handle the current resolution. Is it really old or anything? You may try holding down Shift after you hear the startup chime, but I doubt thats gonna help.edwajean said:I can confirm that
a) still emits burning plastic smell
b) standalone monitor says "Out of Range", H: 71 KHZ, V: 79 KHZ, MAX: 1280 x 1024.
c) Pulsating vertical white/red/blue thin line in centre of emac screen.
Does this help you figure anything out? Am keeping my fingers crossed you can help me!
Eidorian said:Yeah, it sounds like your external monitor can't handle the output from the eMac. You're going to need a high end CRT for those crazy resolutions and refresh rates. I have a 21" monster just for that.
You more then likely detect the display and it picks a refresh rate that the external can mirror. What kind of external are you using?edwajean said:
And if the fire starts, don't throw water on it!CanadaRAM said:
CanadaRAM said:
I can't answer your question about the part being replaced or the price, but if nothing else, you should be able to remove the hard drive and hook it up to an enclosure or to another computer to retrieve that data. You have to be careful cause CRT parts can be dangerous, but I'm sure there are instructions available around here somewhere for getting to the hard drive.edwajean said:Thank you so much for the swift replies here - I really appreciate your help. Smelly emac now permanently turned off - now i understand the ongoung platicky smell- aaargh!
OKAY- so if it's the analog/video card burned out - can you tell me if this is replaceable please (and/or expensive - like the $500 + I was quoted for a new CRT)? - And out of curiosity, does this actually mean the SAME as the CRT being "burned out" or not (as I paid the mac repairer here, $30 to tell me that and hand me back the emac...) Cheers from Nelson, New Zealand
The board and the actual CRT tube are separate items, but I have never seen them sold separately as parts, you usually only see them as a pair for about $450.edwajean said:OKAY- so if it's the analog/video card burned out - can you tell me if this is replaceable please (and/or expensive - like the $500 + I was quoted for a new CRT)? - And out of curiosity, does this actually mean the SAME as the CRT being "burned out" or not (as I paid the mac repairer here, $30 to tell me that and hand me back the emac...) Cheers from Nelson, New Zealand
CanadaRAM said:
--And even after being unplugged for years, it can hold enough of a charge to kill you. (Just wanted to make sure you don't try unplugging it and then taking it apart).CanadaRAM said:
if you take the right safety precautions and don't act like an idiot (take off all jewelry, metal stuff, wear goggles, use only one hand, etc.), you can do it, and it won't kill you. Although, it's most definitely a good idea to have someone standing near you who knows CPR and has a cellphone they can call 911 with...EricNau said:--And even after being unplugged for years, it can hold enough of a charge to kill you. (Just wanted to make sure you don't try unplugging it and then taking it apart).
For this reason, even most technicians will not dare open up a CRT.
still, it's not like anyone who disassembles a CRT is going to get electrocuted or get a gazillion shards of glass blown straight into their face or something. it's something that MIGHT happen, and when it does you'll be damn glad you had someone nearby to call for helpEricNau said:I think you just proved my point.
janey said:still, it's not like anyone who disassembles a CRT is going to get electrocuted or get a gazillion shards of glass blown straight into their face or something. it's something that MIGHT happen, and when it does you'll be damn glad you had someone nearby to call for help
i mean, what you said is true...just...
also, i dont think one unplugged for years is enough to kill you, especially not with all the safety measures put in place just in case. same goes for the imploding glass, as it's probably safer to stand in front of an imploding CRT than it is to stand behind one...
edwajean said: