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Wednesday 28 February 2018

For Sale - Vantage VQS04C Video Switcher Multiplexer - £49

Here is another item that could be of interest to retro computer game fans. This is a composite video switcher and multiplexer unit. These units were typically used to take the outputs of security cameras and combine them into single image for staff to view live and simultaneously recording it for evidence.
However we used this device at live events to monitor multiple camera feeds on a single large screen prior to feeding our vision mixer.

For sale - Vantage VQS04C Video Switcher Multiplexer - £49

The feature that will be of interest to retro computer game fans is that it can also be used to select and switch to a full screen image of any of the four inputs. For those people with a collection of retro machines it would save a lot of time plugging and unplugging systems. It would also reduce wear on hard to replace video outlet ports of older machines.

It is of a compatible width for 19" rack systems and is approximately 1U high. It has 4 composite video inputs and 2 composite video outputs.

For sale - Vantage VQS04C Video Switcher Multiplexer - switch between 4 inputs

It is still in good working condition and looks great cosmetically too. It is priced at £49, the price even includes delivery within the UK. I can send to some European locations too, but please ask for a quote first as this could be quite a high sum.

It would be a shame to scrap it, if you have further enquiries, leave a comment or message me via the contact page here no dreamers, time-wasters or fantasists please.


UPDATES

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Wednesday 21 February 2018

Sold - Sony PVM-9040ME Trinitron CRT Field Monitor - £49

Here is another item that should be of interest to retro computer game fans. This is a high quality Sony broadcast monitor with both composite and s-video inputs. Sony was legendary for the clear and accurate images of its unique Trinitron design of cathode ray tube. These little monitors were once a common sight at events, often used to monitor cameras or recorder feeds. Some variants could even be run off battery packs for field recording and electronic news gathering purposes.

For sale - Sony PVM-9040ME monitor - £49

It has a 9" 4:3 aspect ratio screen in PAL (UK) format only. There are picture controls, located on the front panel, to adjust; brightness and contrast, etc. Video and audio inputs and outputs are located on the rear panel.

Sony PVM-9040ME monitor - video/audio inputs and outputs on  rear panel

The monitor is still in good working condition and looks great cosmetically too.

Due to courier restrictions regarding weight and glass content it will not be possible to send out. Collection only from Purley, South London, UK. This is vintage analogue video equipment so feel free to bring your game console or vintage pc rig to test it out when collecting.

Sony PVM-9040ME - in good working condition, great cosmetically too

It would be a shame to scrap it, if you have further enquiries, leave a comment or message me via the contact page here no dreamers, time-wasters or fantasists please.


UPDATES

28/07/18 - Now sold

Wednesday 14 February 2018

Sold - Vista 14" CRT Monitor Screens - £29 each

Here are another couple of items that should be of interest to retro computer game fans. They are a pair of Vista brand 4:3 aspect ratio CRT video monitor screens with composite inputs. Whilst not a well known brand, the Vista name is associated with video editing tasks. In fact these were originally from a broadcast environment; although we used them for viewing the stage from backstage at shows.

For sale - Vista 14" CRT monitor screens - £29 each

They are 4:3 aspect ratio screens in PAL (UK) format only. There are picture controls, located beneath a flap on the front, to adjust; brightness and contrast, etc. There are further recessed controls on the rear to adjust horizontal hold, focus, etc.

Vista CRT monitor - recessed controls for brightness, contrast, etc.

The outer casing is made from enamelled black steel, with a plated chassis; all designed to provide years of rock solid service with minimal maintenance.
For CRT, or Cathode Ray Tubes to use their full name, these are quite shallow units, so will take up less space than typical designs. Being a 14" screen they are quite small overall, which will be a better option for anyone who only has bedroom space for their retro game collection.

Vista CRT monitor - quite shallow units

These monitors are still in good working condition, but there are chips and scratches in the finish comensurate with their use in a commercial environment. I have touched the paintwork in for purley cosmetic reasons.

For sale - Vista 14" CRT monitor screens - £29 each

Due to courier restrictions regarding weight and glass content it will not be possible to send out. Collection only from Purley, South London, UK. This is vintage analogue video equipment so feel free to bring your game console or vintage pc rig to test it out when collecting.

It would be a shame to scrap them, if you have further enquiries, leave a comment or message me via the contact page here no dreamers, time-wasters or fantasists please.


UPDATES

15/06/18 - Now sold

Wednesday 7 February 2018

Sold - LG 42" Plasma Monitor Screens - £39

Following the theme of re-cycling older technology for retro video games fans, a couple of these LG 42" plasma screens are now available for sale.

For sale - LG 42" Plasma screen - £39

They have inputs for VGA and DVI signals; plus there is also an additional expansion box with 2 Scart inputs and an adapter for composite video input on a RCA phono cable. There is also an aerial input for the built in TV tuner, but I believe it is only for analogue broadcasts which were switched off around 2012.

For sale - LG 42" screen with VGA, DVI, Scart & composite inputs.

The entire unit is of substantial construction and is much heavier than the modern plastic units. The screen is glass fronted, which I always thought was a classy look. It has a built in table stand which can be unscrewed for wall mounting.

It is in good condition, with some light scratches and wear on the case, consistent with its use in a commercial environment.

If you need the full technical specification you can download the owner's manual here

For sale - LG 42" plasma screen - £39

Please be aware that this is a heavy duty and weighty item; due to courier restrictions regarding weight and glass content it will not be possible to send out. Collection only from Purley, South London, UK. Feel free to bring your game console or PC rig to test it out when collecting.

It would be a shame to scrap it, if you have further enquiries, leave a comment or message me via the contact page here no dreamers, time-wasters or fantasists please.


UPDATES

29/04/18 - 1 available in stock, 1 in storage.
05/05/18 - 2 possible buyers for the last screen.
08/05/18 - Now sold