Auto monitor off

[Graham]

Since ATX cases came out I often forget to turn my monitor off.
Well I did something about it.
http://www.hollies.org/monitor.htm

G

[CujoRbd]

That's a neat little trick. I might try it on an older monitor I have to see how it plays out (and so I don't fry mine!).

Did you do this yourself? If so, please post some pics (if you can).


Later.

[Graham]

Yes I have done it for myself and a friend, as you may have read from other posts, I am looking for a digital camera at the moment, when I get it I will post piccies, if its not too late.

G

You need have no fear for the monitor, that is the only bit that cant get damaged, just check the mains wiring very carefully, and make sure you dont short circuit the 12v from the pc (if you get it the wrong way round the diode will s/c the psu), you could include another diode in series with the supply to ensure safety. I will mod the diagram to show you.

G

[This message has been edited by Graham (edited 11-25-2000).]

[Graham]

Modded diag posted

G

[Graham]

Uploaded some piccies, just an excuse to use my new digital camera.
http://www.hollies.org/details.htm

G

[big_block_buick]

you must have a pretty old monitor to have to want to do this mod..or you want your monitor totally shut off.the led goes from green to amber when i shut down.isnt that good enough?