phoenix@ms.uky.edu (R'ykandar Korra'ti) (02/03/90)
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Hi! I've got an IBM Convertable and non-backlit screen. I'd like to make
a couple of modifications to the machine, and I would like suggestions on the
best way to do them.
1] My screen does not have an anti-glare coating of any type. I'd really
really like one. I have a spray that I use in my artwork which would add a
thin fog-like layer to the surface, which works well enough in tests on
clear plastic, but this is not an ideal solution - durability problems should
be obvious, if nothing else, and once it breaks down, re-spraying would NOT be
an option. I'd like any suggestions here - particularly ones that do not cause
a lot of light loss.
2] My screen is also not backlit. I would really like some sort of
attachable, portable light source - battery powered, of course, or even
capable of being run from the internal power supply. Any suggestions? I have
not been able to find a backlit display for sale anywhere except IBM Direct,
who wants $367 US for it - and I don't have that kind of cash free for this
project!
I'm not afraid of the soldering iron or playing around with chips - I've
repaired several computers before. (Also small radio systems, commerical
radio equipment - tube-based reel-to-reel systems are _not_ my friend! - and
similar electronic devices) so any hacking suggestions would be just fine
with me.
Thanks!
- R'ykandar.
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