Yet another entry for the scope-abilities list -
These projects offer the ability to convert composite or VGA video signals for oscilloscope display. You'll need a scope with Z/intensity input in addition to the X & Y axes in order to pull this one off. Hey, how else are you going to get that authentic analog-green shot for the music vid? - seriously, anyone?
Related:
Youscope (oscilloscope demo)
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Jun 2, 2008 02:00 PM
Electronics, Imaging |
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It's vitally important to keep at least one green-screen monitor in working order. I have one that I use for Matrix-style video hacks on old 8-bit machines, for the full glowing green characters effect.
Just a small point about the dual 555 circuit shown above, it'll generate slightly non-linear scan ramps because the capacitors are being charged through fixed resistors. For truly linear scans, connect the 555 to a constant-current circuit instead of those 1Mohm trimmers.
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Now, I know NOTHING about oscilliscopes,
but wouldn't moving the "head" around that much damage it or wear it out excessively?
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@TheDonkey: no, I don't believe so - NTSC video signal writes one field(1/2 frame) 60 times a second - or 60hz - most analog/CRT oscilloscopes are rated well into the megahurtz - so that scope won't feel a thing. It's just doin' its job proper.
There is some danger of very intense signals marring the phosphor screen tho - the above project page talk abit on that.
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Nice tips! i did not knew that they are all somewhat connected.
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