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Re: flickering video on z100

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From: The Gern
Date: Thu, 17 Dec 1992 13:45
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>I've got a z100 low profile unit; a few days ago, the screen started
>"shimmying" around; it's worst right after power up, but it continues as 
>the machine runs & warms up.  Any suggestions as to probable causes?
>I've got a spare system & monitor to try parts swapping on...
>

Try wiggling the video cable and or pinching the RCA (if it is a monochrome
problem) tighter.

Swapping parts is the true test here.


Yes, I have spare tested video boards 64K color for $15 plus $5 ship
if you need one.  $10 for 64K green.

Cheers,
Gern
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