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Main => Monitor/Video Forum => Topic started by: gman314 on September 11, 2008, 09:31:00 pm
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I am building the Ultimate Bartop cab from mameroom.com, but my monitor won't fit while it's inside the casing. First off, I'm a little freaked out by all of this decasing business. However, all I want to do is remove the case, see if it fits, and then possibly mount it. Since I do not plan on messing with any of the components on the inside, is it still necessary (or highly recommended) to get it discharged? It is a 15" Envision CRT that has been unplugged and sitting around for about a year.
I am at the point where I may just break down and purchase a 15" LCD (even though a CRT is more authentic) that I know will definately fit and won't be cramped. Another concern I have is if all of the PC and electrical components will even fit if a CRT is taking up all that space. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. :)
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if u plan on handling the crt . then discharge it . as getting bit does not feel good .
nor does dropping the crt due to the shock.
when handling the crt , carry it with the screen against ur belly . that puts the center of gravity where it is easiest to carry.
and WATCH THE NECK !!!! Pfssssssssssssssssss...... is NOT a good sound $$$ ;)
qrz
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But do you think it will even fit in the Ultimate bartop, or will it be more sensible to get a more compact LCD. :dunno
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sry, unfamiliar with "the ultimate bartop"
so have no clue as to the available dimensions :dunno
a crt will require more depth than an lcd.......
qrz