Uploaded January 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

---

Today I have a Sony BVM Trinitron monitor model 1311 in the shop for repairs. The main problem is flashing on the image of the CRT. It could be a bad tube, but something smells fishy.

For more information on repairs, diagnostics and to connect with me, please visit: patreon.com/retrotechUSA

Testing Software for checking CRT displays: artemiourbina.itch.io/240p-test-suite

0:00 - Sony BVM with a big problem
5:38 - Testing the CRT with an ancient tool
12:00 - The first bad components are found
21:10 - More bad parts and bad odors
25:00 - Found the real problem with the flashing screen
33:00 - The BVM lives again

#crt #sony #retrogaming