2006Monitors forum
Converting a Master Steadicam CRT monitor to an LCD monitor
20 years old. Gear and prices may have changed since.
What the thread found
- The CRT monitor attaches to the Master rig via a single Allen screw and a Hirose 4-pin connector that simply unplugs without soldering.
- The Transvideo mounting bracket provides a rigid, simple single-screw attachment system that requires no modification to the Master rig and allows the CRT to be reinstalled later.
- A Hirose adapter cable connects the Master's original 4-pin Hirose connector to the LCD monitor's 6-pin Hirose input, delivering both video and 12V power in one cable.
- The Transvideo bracket is more rigid and stable than the Teletest bracket, which can exhibit unwanted movement despite being well-machined.
- When selecting an LCD monitor for this setup, a super-bright model is recommended for viewing in full sunlight.
- The entire conversion process requires no soldering and can be completed by someone without technical experience.
- The CRT assembly can be removed and reinstalled non-destructively, making the LCD conversion reversible.
Depends on
- Discussion from 2006, technology and available products may have changed.
- Some information about Teletest bracket performance is anecdotal and limited.
- Specific pricing and availability of components was not provided in the thread.
- The conversation does not address power supply requirements or battery compatibility beyond the 12V already supplied by the Master.
Parts
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