Just got a new Arcade Cabinet... How to take care of it???

[alexjames01]

I just finally bought my first Arcade Machine: Altered Beast. Sure it's not the best game in the world but it was in GREAT condition and plays flawlessly. It needs to be cleaned up a little and the base needs a minor repair but that is about it... not bad for $100!


Anyway, this is my first (of soon-to-be many) arcade cabinets. What should I know about taking care of it?

Should they be left on or off? Whats better? Any other tips would be well appreciated

[jackspicer]

First, i love your avatar.... second i would be worried about burn-in if you just let it set ''on'' all of the time

[RackGaki]

Burn in is the only problem I would worry about, except you probably already have a lot of burn-in. Don't want to make it worse, anyhow.

[alexjames01]

Burn in is the only problem I would worry about, except you probably already have a lot of burn-in. Don't want to make it worse, anyhow.

Believe it or not, its not too bad. I think there was a replacement monitor put in about a year ago and it was in a collectors home since.

Thanks for the tips guys!

[marurun]

I'd say don't leave it on all the time. Only have it on when you think it's likely to be used. CRTs suck up electricity and their quality fades with time.

[GSZX1337]

I believe I speak for us all when I say: Pics?