Originally posted by: amcdonald
sorry if I missed the info somewhere... but I'm looking to buy a 30" monitor
what is recommended at this point? should i just get the dell?
Originally posted by: xtknight
I believe I forgot to post this reply. Sorry 'bout that.
Originally posted by: Nnyan
I'm coming to the conclusion that based on my sensitivity I'm going to have to get a color meter in order to properly adjust any LCD I get. Not being a pro or anything I just need something basic that gets the job done right. Any suggestions?
Try the Spyder2 Express.
Best colorimeter at this price point.
Originally posted by: nwrigley
Originally posted by: amylake
Edit 2: I'm now leaning towards the Samsung. One other question. I only have an analog connection from my laptop, a thinkpad T60. Will this affect image quality for image editing, web design or text?
Using a VGA (analog) connection instead of a DVI (digital) connection will affect image quality. How much it affects it depends on the graphics card, the monitor, and also how sensitive you are to the changes. In my experience there is a HUGE difference and I would not even consider running a LCD off of an analog connection.
I was fixing a friend's computer and had it hooked up to my 215tw via the VGA input, while my computer was hooked up to the DVI input. This way I could switch back and forth between the two computers. This resulted in me seeing the difference between the two connections and it was HUGE. I actually thought that her graphics card had an issue, until I hooked the monitor to her DVI connection. The difference was enough that I gave up on switching between the two computers - the VGA text was simply too blurry for me, colors were washed out - it really made it look like a completely different monitor.
Originally posted by: amylake
Originally posted by: nwrigley
Originally posted by: amylake
Edit 2: I'm now leaning towards the Samsung. One other question. I only have an analog connection from my laptop, a thinkpad T60. Will this affect image quality for image editing, web design or text?
Using a VGA (analog) connection instead of a DVI (digital) connection will affect image quality. How much it affects it depends on the graphics card, the monitor, and also how sensitive you are to the changes. In my experience there is a HUGE difference and I would not even consider running a LCD off of an analog connection.
I was fixing a friend's computer and had it hooked up to my 215tw via the VGA input, while my computer was hooked up to the DVI input. This way I could switch back and forth between the two computers. This resulted in me seeing the difference between the two connections and it was HUGE. I actually thought that her graphics card had an issue, until I hooked the monitor to her DVI connection. The difference was enough that I gave up on switching between the two computers - the VGA text was simply too blurry for me, colors were washed out - it really made it look like a completely different monitor.
I now really want to try to switch between digital and analog to see the difference. I've tried hooking both up to my laptop and then dvi to my thinkpad and analog to an older laptop. I can't switch between with either. If I click the "source" button, it momentarily says "analog" on the screen. The screen stays black and the power button start to blink like it's in power save mode. If I press again it will go into digital and the picture comes up. I've tried switching from analog to digital in the menu also but that doesn't want to work.
What do I need to do to get them to switch back and forth? Thanks.
Originally posted by: Bidhere23
I reviewed the thread and am interested in an LCD monitor that lets you view in Portrait mode. Would anyone know a list of models that would allow me to do this? I am looking for something at least 20.0". Thanks!
Originally posted by: amylake
Originally posted by: nwrigley
Originally posted by: amylake
Edit 2: I'm now leaning towards the Samsung. One other question. I only have an analog connection from my laptop, a thinkpad T60. Will this affect image quality for image editing, web design or text?
Using a VGA (analog) connection instead of a DVI (digital) connection will affect image quality. How much it affects it depends on the graphics card, the monitor, and also how sensitive you are to the changes. In my experience there is a HUGE difference and I would not even consider running a LCD off of an analog connection.
I was fixing a friend's computer and had it hooked up to my 215tw via the VGA input, while my computer was hooked up to the DVI input. This way I could switch back and forth between the two computers. This resulted in me seeing the difference between the two connections and it was HUGE. I actually thought that her graphics card had an issue, until I hooked the monitor to her DVI connection. The difference was enough that I gave up on switching between the two computers - the VGA text was simply too blurry for me, colors were washed out - it really made it look like a completely different monitor.
I'm finally set up and thought I'd report back. I bought the Samsung 215TW. I decided that I wanted the slightly larger text and adjusability rather than the NEC 20WMGX2. I'm not sure I would have liked the glossy screen on the NEC either but that probably would have been fine.
I decided to get the thinkpad dock so I would have a DVI output. I just got that today. I think the DVI is better (I had it on analog for about a week before the dock came). I wanted to go back and forth between analog and digital to see if I could see a difference but it doesn't seem to want to work. After I hooked up the digital cable, when I tried switching the source to analog, the screen just went dark. It was dark even if I shut the computer off and turned it back on. So I couldn't compare them one after the other. Does anyone know how I can do this. Mostly I'm curious to see the difference. I can see that the text is crisper.
I used the Natural Color Pro software that came with the monitor to set it up. I wonder if others have found it adequate for adjusting the monitor.
I don't have a lot to compare the monitor to, but I think this was a good choice and the monitor should serve me well for many years.
Thanks to everyone here who patiently answered my questions.
Originally posted by: noptov52
Some LCD monitors are going to be marked down heavily for Black Friday. Is anyone familiar with the Acer AL2216Wbd and/or the ViewSonic VX2035wm 20"? One store will (allegedly) have both of them for under $180. I haven't bought a new monitor yet (money got tight for awhile) and I'm curious to see if these Black Friday deals or any others are suitable for (FPS) gaming.
Originally posted by: Miggleness
I need an advice from peeps who are into movie/photo editing.
I've been holding off getting an LCD for a year already. The reason is S-IPS panels aren't commercially available where I live and on rare appearances, costs a lot (Samsung 215TW @ $550 with no warranty from Samsung). The same can be said for PVA but they are usually cheaper (like Dell 20" wide, forgot the model) but dont really get good reviews and has quite a number of issues such as banding.
The viable option for me is TN. I've made quite a long intro already.
How much does the viewing angles affect photo and video editing? Is it basically impossible with TN panels?
Originally posted by: Mallomar
I was waiting for Newegg to get the 26" NEC (with SV) in stock, but after waiting several weeks, it's now shown as a "deactivated item." I assume this means they will not be getting it in stock in the forseeable future.
What are other good vendors? I'm having a tough time finding anyone who even carries the NECs. Is Provantage a good vendor? I assume that if there's any problem with the monitor I'd have to contact NEC, no matter where I buy it, right?
Originally posted by: amylake
I now really want to try to switch between digital and analog to see the difference. I've tried hooking both up to my laptop and then dvi to my thinkpad and analog to an older laptop. I can't switch between with either. If I click the "source" button, it momentarily says "analog" on the screen. The screen stays black and the power button start to blink like it's in power save mode. If I press again it will go into digital and the picture comes up. I've tried switching from analog to digital in the menu also but that doesn't want to work.
What do I need to do to get them to switch back and forth? Thanks.
Originally posted by: tyagi
Just a quick report back.
I've taken delivery of a Samsung 226BW, which have just dropped in price here in New Zealand. They're currently available for around NZ$460 (around US$350) including tax and delivery.
Out of the box, and with the default Samsung 226 profile on my OS X 10.3 Mac Mini, everything was too bright and a bit washed out. However, with the default brightness at 100%, I can't say I'm surprised.
I ran a manual calibration without touching the colour settings (all at 50%), and knocked the brightness down to 75%, and things were much better. However, I did a search and found the information at: http://www.andrewswihart.net/b...sung-226bw-lcd-c-panel . Having read this review, and installing the included calibration profiles, it has given a more balanced calibration than my manual effort. However, I don't believe my panel is a "C" panel, but an "A" panel, based on serial number information from a French hardware forum, as well as the screen's colour characteristics. I think I've got an "A" panel, as it required some manual colour tweaks from the installed "C" panel profiles to get things just right.
So, after a bit of tweaking, I'm very happy with the screen. There's very little backlight bleed (just a small amount at the top and bottom when viewed with a black screen in a totally dark room), and the colours now look fine to me, with no discernable dominance in R,G or B. Test grey scales are also rendered well.
Originally posted by: iroast
Waiting to hear about the BenQ G2400W
Originally posted by: amcdonald
sorry if I missed the info somewhere... but I'm looking to buy a 30" monitor
what is recommended at this point? should i just get the dell?
Originally posted by: TempletonPeck
Has anyone used the HP W2007 or W2207? Are they good monitors for multimedia?
Any information you can give would be appreciated.
Originally posted by: Trean
So I read through the initial post as well as the archived one, similar in many aspects. I also have read through reviews on multiple monitors that I am looking into in many many places.
But simply stated here is my dilemma:
I want a monitor that can be converted into a multimedia hub but at its core remains a monitor for a computer that is used to occasionally play video games ranging from FPS to MMORPGs.
I want a 24" monitor but every 24" monitor I have looked into has some major dilemma.
For example BenQ has a monitor in the 24" range and it seemed like a great solution for gaming and multimedia but then I ran into a problem description relating to overscan or something like that. Such that the resolution is expanded past the monitor actually cropping off the edge of the viewable image. This problem has been dealt with or at least acknowledge but the revision to my knowledge has not be released to North America.
Another example is the Dell 2407wfp-hc, I was set on getting a 2407wfp rev a04 but then all the sudden this great new HC version was released and the normal 2407 went into the great unknown. The HC reintroduces a bunch of problems that were weeded out over the four revisions of the 2407; most importantly for me at least is the ghosting.
All this being said, I haven't actually seen either of these 24" monitors in action or in person. I have only seen one 24" monitor on the shelves of either Best Buy or Circuit City and that was an Acer, I think.
So knowing what I want, do any of you have any suggestions as to a "best" solution for me. I don't need a 24" monitor but would like to stay at 1920x1200 or better resolutions for 1080p HD compatibility with HD movies and such. I plan on continuing to look over the many links in the initial post as well as others, but a little guidance would be greatly appreciated. I recently discovered the Gateway XHD3000 which is way out of my price range but it has had high marks in almost everything; but given its price the testing by "real" users is limited... I wish I had an unlimited source of money :*(.
Originally posted by: Montius
Originally posted by: xtknight
Originally posted by: Montius
I haven't checked this thread in a while, and last time I did there was pretty high praise for the FP241W. I've still got my 2407WFP-HC sitting here, with the return slip beside it. So what's come up on the BenQ?
Well the BenQ has (at least some units have) blackout problems. It blacks out once in a while during usage with some graphics card configurations, and BenQ so far has not dealt with it AFAIK. Doesn't sound too good to me.
Hmm. Though I can deal with this ghosting I just have the feeling that there are better options out there.
Are there any resources that talk about the blackout problem, and are you aware of which GFX configurations cause this blackout?
Originally posted by: siik
is the new Dell UltraSharp 2208WFP a good buy?
http://accessories.us.dell.com...&sku=320-6107#Overview
viewing angle is only 80 .. is that bad?
Originally posted by: Nnyan
Since I just noticed the 215TW is back on sale where would it rate in the current Gaming section? If it rates pretty well I can get one locally here to test it out. By the way I have th Spyder Express coming in the next day or two. Should I hold off "judging" the LCD's until I can calibrate them? I'm thinking I may need to re-test them all properly calibrated. = )
Originally posted by: Thetech
I'm worried about being able to run most modern games with at least medium quality settings at 1680 x 1050, I usually play games like BF2 at 1280x968 (19 inch CRT)at high settings with 2xAA. I think I might stick with a 19 Inch WS but I'm still concerned about the higher res.
Originally posted by: RobberBaron
What the heck is the conversion of 550,000(KRW) to US dollars? Glad I have been keeping an eye on this forum! So besides the BenQ G2400W (hopefully we can see some juicy deals on this soon), is there any other 24s in the pipe?
Actually looking I see the BenQ G2400W available. For like 400 with a rebate on newegg...hmm
Originally posted by: RobberBaron
What the heck is the conversion of 550,000(KRW) to US dollars? Glad I have been keeping an eye on this forum! So besides the BenQ G2400W (hopefully we can see some juicy deals on this soon), is there any other 24s in the pipe?
Actually looking I see the BenQ G2400W available. For like 400 with a rebate on newegg...hmm