i use those as well, but the tubing is handy for covering connections to edge connectors.
What are your "must have" tools for arcade repair?
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i use those as well, but the tubing is handy for covering connections to edge connectors.
Tools
The best tools are:
1) A brain
2) Some common sense
3) Patience
The best tools are:
1) A brain
2) Some common sense
3) Patience
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wvhyperboy
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Beer fridge, Covered!!
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Probably the 3 best tools to have, Nice!!
VectorJunkie
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Radioshack did carry the "Anti-Static" adjustment tools for monitors (POTS), width coils, etc. Looks like they might be discontinuing them though as it says in-store only, and doesn't show any local stores to me.
http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2062757
They have them for only $.57 right now, so if you need some, click the "find it in store" button, and input your zip code to see if they have them near you. I'm pretty sure I paid something like $2.99 or something similar when I bought them.
Here is my list in no particular order...
Monitor adjustment tools
Multimeter with 10MOhm Impedance (some HV probes require)
Temp controllable Soldering Iron
HV Probe (40K VDC)
A desoldering solution
A digital camera (Take plenty of before pictures)
Molex Crimper
Security bit set with driver
10X Loupe / Magnifier of some sort (for inspecting traces, chips, solder joints, etc)
Basic tool kit (screwdrivers, Needle nose pliers, wrenches, wire cutters, socket set)
If you get more serious about repairing boards or monitors...
Logic Probe
EPROM Programmer
EPROM Eraser
Test Pattern Generator
Oscilloscope
Logic Analyzer
CRT Tester / Rejuvenator
Adjustable DC power supply
http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2062757
They have them for only $.57 right now, so if you need some, click the "find it in store" button, and input your zip code to see if they have them near you. I'm pretty sure I paid something like $2.99 or something similar when I bought them.
Here is my list in no particular order...
Monitor adjustment tools
Multimeter with 10MOhm Impedance (some HV probes require)
Temp controllable Soldering Iron
HV Probe (40K VDC)
A desoldering solution
A digital camera (Take plenty of before pictures)
Molex Crimper
Security bit set with driver
10X Loupe / Magnifier of some sort (for inspecting traces, chips, solder joints, etc)
Basic tool kit (screwdrivers, Needle nose pliers, wrenches, wire cutters, socket set)
If you get more serious about repairing boards or monitors...
Logic Probe
EPROM Programmer
EPROM Eraser
Test Pattern Generator
Oscilloscope
Logic Analyzer
CRT Tester / Rejuvenator
Adjustable DC power supply
ArcadeGreg
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An understanding wife, and a tool box too.
I bought a test lead set when I was time trying to fill out a minimum order, and I find myself using them ALL THE TIME! I never realized I needed any. A great example is when the ground lead on your oscilloscope cable or logic probe isn't long enough to get to a convenient ground, you can just extend it with one of these. They are available basically everywhere, including the 'Shack if you're inclined.
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