Mis-aligned color

[lnx64]

Ok. For the time being I got some test patterns run on it, and calibrated tint and color controls.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v3...n/IMG_0491.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v3...n/IMG_0495.jpg

Convergence isn't all that bad, but the color bars do seem a little strange on the transition between colors..

[earlyfilm]

Originally Posted by lnx64

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v3...n/IMG_0491.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v3...n/IMG_0495.jpg

Convergence isn't all that bad, but the color bars do seem a little strange on the transition between colors..

From your descriptions, you probably have a weak CRT, but that is not causing this problem.

I'm seeing a very faint ghost or ringing.

This trailing ghost is also in the B&W convergence chart so that eliminates the color circuits for now.

Ghosts can create or exaggerate an existing minor color smear.

Don't waste time on on the game source, as these usually have crappy color.

Test the signal source you used for the two test patterns on a modern set. Can you still see the single ghost there?

If so, check your connecting cables and the source.

If not, connect it back to the old set with using a signal attenuator.

If you don't have an attenuator, try adjusting the AGC on the TV, as a slight signal over load can cause this. Also check the fine tuning. If it is off slightly, that too can cause ringing.

This is a general trouble shooting example. I cannot be too specific, as this TV is newer than I'm use to working on.

James.