Dead NEC MultiSync 1565

[tylerj]

Hello all!! Newb here just getting started in the DIY home theatre thing.

I was given this 15" NEC Multisync 1565 monitor that was apparently damaged by lightning. Its model number is LM150X06-A4. I don't have the 12v power adapter cable for it though to test it. I stripped it apart and attached is a pic of the layout.

After disconnecting the invertor I tried to get it to power up with other 12v adapters (600-1000 ma) but the power LED is not coming on. I think the original adapter is a 2.5 or 3 amp unit. Does it still need this much power without the inverter hooked up?? If this control is in fact "dead" could I use the LCD panel still with another setup?? IE is the ribbon connecting the LCD to the controller panel a universal connection or would I have to get another NEC controller to be able to use this particular LCD panel? Or would I be better off just getting a working monitor to begin with?? Any input would be appreciated!!

Sorry if the pic is a bit fuzzy. The original was 2.5 mb so I had to reduce it to get under the required 102k for attachments.

[MotoMan_Yz400]

Well going with repairing the monitor, especially if there was lightning damage, could be hit or miss. There could be alot of other things wrong with it that you couldn't account for if you werent able to getting it working on a test bench. I'd say go with a new, working monitor and save yourself from endless hours of frustration trying to get this one to work. There are plenty of used monitors you can get for CHEAP!! When I built mine, I used a $70 monitor i found on craigslist. It is a 15" 1024x768. So if you look hard enough, maybe on ebay, you'll find a known working monitor for near pennies.

But as far as the power supply goes, i really cant say. Mine had a built in power supply, so everything was there and working when i bought mine. But i do know those inverters do suck some power to light up those cathode tubes, and with them not there, it still may not work. The LCD board may have a under current protection, regardless it's requirements, if it doesnt see exactly the current it needs, it may not work.

[tylerj]

Thanks for the reply MotoMan!!! I think I will just keep this stored away to tinker with another day. I did see an ad for used Dell 15"TFT LCD's in my area for $79 so I may just pick one of those up instead.

[MotoMan_Yz400]

yeah no prob, keep us informed on your progress! We all here love to see want people come up with!