Good Composite->VGA converters for classic computers (& video games...)

[Jim Leonard]

Eric Smith wrote:
> The problem with the Apple II is that it does NOT produce NTSC video,
> but rather something close enough to fool an analog television set or
> monitor.  The timings are deliberately wrong, especially the frequency
> and phase relationships of the color subcarrier to the horizontal
> sync.

While I knew about the slightly goofy signal, the phrase "DELIBERATELY 
wrong" is new.  Why was it wrong on purpose?
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