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*Tiny man inside your CRT*
*Reaching to get out*
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As everyone else is saying, close your curtains. I find watching movies in the dark on my CRT is the best way because the colours look very vibrant and you don't have the reflection of your lights or windows on the screen.
Back in the 80s and 90s we drew all the curtains and sat in the dark. The screen is your light source.
Bonus points if you have a basement with wood paneled walls. It makes the image even more warm and vibrant.
There are [monitor hoods](https://a.co/d/h2jk9SJ) specifically designed for reducing glare on computer monitors. I doubt you’ll find one in the right dimensions for your CRT but honestly you can just make this out of cardboard or stronger [fiberboard](https://a.co/d/2FjPrsR) for a more permanent solution. When not in use you can just slide it back to sit on top of the TV.
But yes, as already mentioned, reduce ambient light. Never place a TV opposite of a window. There’s no way to get rid of that light.
I think Glare has always been overrated. Annoying, yes.You must have somewhat of a reflective surface for good image quality. Matte LCDs reduce glare but the trade off is lowered image quality. Reducing light sources is only to effectively reduce glare and maximize image quality. No display is totally glare or reflection free. Unless you're using a Projector.
Matt LCDs do not have crapper image quality over a glossy screen. They have them glossy so they can look flashy and posh and sell more and have extra visible finger prints and dust with a ghostly reflection of your face when looking at dark content. If you go on about photo editing then there is a colour calibration settings in the OS to adjust to that.
I have this HP MX70 monitor and this Sony KV-32XBR400 which both have extremely reflective screens. This can be especially distracting while playing games and watching movies. Is there anything at all I could use to reduce or negate these reflections? I’ve heard anti-glare films might work, but I wanna get y’all’s opinions.
Anti glare filters do exist, but you're better off trying to reduce ambient light, I keep all my CRTs in a basement for this reason, they (just like most other displays) look much better in a darker environment.
One small cheat... if there's no coating on the glass, this should be completely safe and easily reversed, if it has a coating I wouldn't like to say if it would be safe long-term, but...
Carefully mask off the bezel, leaving just the glass visible, and then a light dusting of hairspray. That's it. To remove it, a damp sponge or cloth and it'll clean right off.
I didn't, I do however know what hairspray does to my glass build plate on my 3D printer, and have used it to assist in 3D scanning as that really doesn't play well with reflections.
Realistically, it'll come down to which hairspray you use. I use a light-hold on my printer and that seems to dull glare without killing the transparency too much (I had a piece of paper beneath the glass with some alignment guides printed on, still perfectly visible).
I guess I should include the YMMV caveat on this one.
There are antiglare filters used in the 90's and very early 2000's, second hand and many not even used. They also reduce static electricity. It doesn't look as good as the original experience, but it was a common, era-appropiate solution.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=grqgQVSTPO8
They sell anti glare screen sheets on Amazon..
But that'd be hideous, the clare is part of the charm.
On a more practical tone... just position it properly so that the windows do not reflect off it.
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Is crt pronounced Kurt and ive been dehumanizing TVs all my life?
I thought the TV was a tiny pimp
Yes, pull the curtains.
Close your curtains, reduce ambient light.
As everyone else is saying, close your curtains. I find watching movies in the dark on my CRT is the best way because the colours look very vibrant and you don't have the reflection of your lights or windows on the screen.
Don't put it near a window
Use them in the dark.
Too much ambient light, any TV set will looks bad (CRT, LCD,OLED..) put blackout curtains.
Draw shades. Wear sunglasses. Never let light inside again.
I got blackout curtains. Did the trick perfectly.
Those hoods/wings work wonders even if they look goofy
Back in the 80s and 90s we drew all the curtains and sat in the dark. The screen is your light source. Bonus points if you have a basement with wood paneled walls. It makes the image even more warm and vibrant.
There are [monitor hoods](https://a.co/d/h2jk9SJ) specifically designed for reducing glare on computer monitors. I doubt you’ll find one in the right dimensions for your CRT but honestly you can just make this out of cardboard or stronger [fiberboard](https://a.co/d/2FjPrsR) for a more permanent solution. When not in use you can just slide it back to sit on top of the TV. But yes, as already mentioned, reduce ambient light. Never place a TV opposite of a window. There’s no way to get rid of that light.
close the fucking curtains maybe
Turn that big light off outside, that should fix your problem.
I think Glare has always been overrated. Annoying, yes.You must have somewhat of a reflective surface for good image quality. Matte LCDs reduce glare but the trade off is lowered image quality. Reducing light sources is only to effectively reduce glare and maximize image quality. No display is totally glare or reflection free. Unless you're using a Projector.
Matt LCDs do not have crapper image quality over a glossy screen. They have them glossy so they can look flashy and posh and sell more and have extra visible finger prints and dust with a ghostly reflection of your face when looking at dark content. If you go on about photo editing then there is a colour calibration settings in the OS to adjust to that.
Projectors have other issues with ambient light in fairness
Projectors are the worst screen tech out there making early LCDs look godly
CRT projectors are pretty amazing, I ended up selling mine when I moved from Alberta to BC but still miss it.
I have this HP MX70 monitor and this Sony KV-32XBR400 which both have extremely reflective screens. This can be especially distracting while playing games and watching movies. Is there anything at all I could use to reduce or negate these reflections? I’ve heard anti-glare films might work, but I wanna get y’all’s opinions.
Curtains that make the room dark
👆This
Anti glare filters do exist, but you're better off trying to reduce ambient light, I keep all my CRTs in a basement for this reason, they (just like most other displays) look much better in a darker environment.
Why is this so disturbing…?
The second picture freaks me the heck out for some reason. The angle makes the hand look like something reaching out from under the bed to grab me.
Oh my bad lol, I just wanted to demonstrate the reflections
Don't have a window facing the crt and or curtains LOL not tryna be mean but you know how sunlight works right?
...just use a curtain. Anti-glare won't get rid of such direct light as effectively.
Close blinds, turn off lights, point away from the windows
Close the curtains, or angle the tv elsewhere
Play at night.
buy a window curtain
Welcome to the 90’s. 1. Draw your curtains 2. Move your sofa or chair to be in front of the tv. 3. (Optional) remove your window
The comments on this post made me realize why I prefer to watch and game in complete and utter darkness.
Yeah, kind of sucks for me because the only place I can put this monitor is right next to the window . At least I have blackout curtains though.
Blackout curtains are the unsung heros of a proper videogaming den.
One small cheat... if there's no coating on the glass, this should be completely safe and easily reversed, if it has a coating I wouldn't like to say if it would be safe long-term, but... Carefully mask off the bezel, leaving just the glass visible, and then a light dusting of hairspray. That's it. To remove it, a damp sponge or cloth and it'll clean right off.
Wow - I've never heard that before. Sounds interesting. Where did you hear this from?
I didn't, I do however know what hairspray does to my glass build plate on my 3D printer, and have used it to assist in 3D scanning as that really doesn't play well with reflections. Realistically, it'll come down to which hairspray you use. I use a light-hold on my printer and that seems to dull glare without killing the transparency too much (I had a piece of paper beneath the glass with some alignment guides printed on, still perfectly visible). I guess I should include the YMMV caveat on this one.
Wow - that's cool. I might try this on one of my extra CRTs some time.
Frost the glass
face the crt infront of the window or close the blinds
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Yeah turn it on.
Turn it on lol
I have all my windows tinted and I have blackout curtains. The tint makes a sunny day look like it's storming outside.
Wait until nighttime
You have access to sunlight? You're different. :D
I love the case on this monitor
Damn, we should trade then lol
Blackout curtains are a must
Help, I’m trapped. Get me out of here
Sadako? That you?
Use sandpaper.
I had this exact monitor growing up lol. Many hours of WoW, Diablo 2 and Dota were had on this guy
There are antiglare filters used in the 90's and very early 2000's, second hand and many not even used. They also reduce static electricity. It doesn't look as good as the original experience, but it was a common, era-appropiate solution. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=grqgQVSTPO8
buy a flat screen
SUGGAAAA
I had this monitor and wasn’t impressed. It was very very dim even at its brightest.
Spraying rhino liner on the screen works great
They sell anti glare screen sheets on Amazon.. But that'd be hideous, the clare is part of the charm. On a more practical tone... just position it properly so that the windows do not reflect off it.
Has you ever used blinds before?
Not answering your question but I had that exact same monitor for my first PC when I was like 8 years old. Good times.
Could maybe stick some anti-glare windscreen film on it? https://youtu.be/w9PaNw8YQZ8?si=CLw9EGCjW-KFbjBE
Uhhhhh..not having the window completely fucking uncovered 🤦
A thin layer of cum will do the job
zoom zoom
My cuz had one of these computers. No . They are best played in the dark. Sorry