Apple Monitor Found in Landfill - Restored - Part 1
The 8-Bit Guy・2 minutes read
A group of volunteers found a collection of Apple II color monitors that had been exposed to weather for years, successfully restoring one monitor through cleaning and repair. Restoring this monitor could potentially lead to the revival of numerous buried computers worldwide, with the challenge lying in locating and salvaging them.
Insights
- Despite being exposed to harsh weather conditions for 15-20 years, a palette of Apple II color monitors was found to be surprisingly resilient, with all units still functioning to some extent.
- The restoration process of a selected monitor involved meticulous cleaning, testing of components like potentiometers and circuit boards, and troubleshooting for issues like arcing due to corroded diodes, showcasing the intricate steps required to revive vintage technology and the potential for wider implications in salvaging similar devices globally.
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Recent questions
How were the Apple II color monitors discovered?
They were found behind a building, exposed to elements.