Apple Cinema Display Repair?

[jamesj777]

Hi All,

I am in possession of an Apple Cinema Display although the VGA lead coming from the monitor seems to have been tampered with, is this repairable? If so, is this something I can do myself or would I need an expert to have a look at it?

If it is a job for an expert, does anybody know of anywhere in London that I could take it to?

Thanks!

James

 

[Boyd01]

I didn't think they ever used a VGA connector on the Cinema display. I have an old one that I still use every day and it looks great, I believe I got it in 2004. It has a DVI connector. It can only be used with the digital version of DVI (DVD-D). I tried with with a DVI to VGA adapter on my Dell PC once and it was not recognized. It would need to support DVI-A for that.

I think there may be an older version of the Cinema display with the proprietary Apple connector (ADC?), but have never heard of a VGA version.

 

[jamesj777]

Sorry, I meant DVI. Basically the connection from the monitor which goes into the mac has been stripped and messed with. Just wanted to see if it was something that was easily fixed.

Thanks,

James

 

[FreakinEurekan]

Sorry, I meant DVI. Basically the connection from the monitor which goes into the mac has been stripped and messed with. Just wanted to see if it was something that was easily fixed.

It really depends on which ACD you have. Assuming a DVI model, not mDP, that means it's at least 8 years old unless it's a 30" model A1083. If it is that model and in otherwise good condition, then sure - it's probably worth sourcing a replacement cable.

Anything else I would not put much money into it. If you just happen across a similar one with a bad LCD that you can scavenge a cable from for near-free, great - otherwise sell it for parts.

Ed: I guess the 20" A1081 and 23" A1082 could be less than 8 years old, if it's one of those and you can find a cable for a reasonable price they're probably worth repairing too.