LCD Monitors worth the extra cash? - GoFuckYourself.com

Ass Man · 07-23-2002, 05:54 PM

I like the idea of them taking less space but can they take much punishment?

nocostporn · 07-23-2002, 05:55 PM

they have reduced my brain tumors by 3%

TFCash · 07-23-2002, 05:57 PM

What kind of stuff do you do with your current monitor ?? As long as your not moving it all the time I would bet it'd last just as long, I think that you do have to keep it out of direct sunlight due to fading on the screen material, but other than that mine seems to be pretty sturdy. A lot easier on the eyes also !!!!

Tim

foe · 07-23-2002, 06:00 PM

definetly I got a 17" lcd couple month ago for 520 you can get a 15 inch now for 300 dollars, defeintly go for them

Ass Man · 07-23-2002, 06:03 PM

I live around kids and i'm afraid i'll come home one night and find my brand new monitor broken if i buy a LCD monitor.

Ass Man · 07-23-2002, 06:05 PM

I was looking at Sonys and they want $400 for a 15 inch.

RW316 · 07-23-2002, 06:14 PM

it is a tremendous price...

its just good for looks. and plus it reduces light refl

gothweb · 07-23-2002, 06:17 PM

LCD is *far* less fragile than CRT. One is a sheet of plastic, one is a hollow glass tube. It is as simple as that. Just because a CRT is more beefy doesn't mean it won't break...

Also, the electric shock and possible explosion of a CRT (they implode because of the vacuum, but the shards can then fly about a bit) make them far more dangerous whey they break. Something to think about.

If you can afford a LCD monitor, the purchase is a no-brainer in my opinion. I am using the Apple 17" Studio Display, and it is fantastic. Especially on my cluttered, narrow desk. I only wish I could afford one of the big ones...

PaulSweet · 07-23-2002, 06:22 PM

LCD is easier on my eyes thats all I care about!

Pipecrew · 07-23-2002, 06:25 PM

i hear they burn out fast

Backov · 07-23-2002, 06:50 PM

If you play games, don't do it. The older ones smear, and the newer ones just aren't very good at it.

They are a ridiculous premium though, unless you really have a good reason, might as well just buy a high end CRT monitor.

Cheers,
Backov

Mr.Fiction · 07-23-2002, 07:04 PM

My cat made little holes in my LCD monitor with his claws.

Dawgy · 07-23-2002, 08:01 PM

i have an 18" sony and its great, but ive noticed that fonts and some graphics are not as smooth as they are on a crt. i cant quite figure this out...

especially small fonts. like ill make a graphic and itll be all fuzzy on here, but looks great on a crt...

any suggestions?

Ass Man · 07-23-2002, 08:37 PM

I have a cat to and his claws better stay off it if i get one.........he likes to walk on my keyboard for some reasion.

Brad Mitchell · 07-23-2002, 10:25 PM

I've wanted dual, triple or quad lcds for some time now... there is this one brand that puts em all together into one stand. But, everytime I go to a store the LCDs just don't look clear enough (seem fuzzy). I've got 19" trinitrons now and those are nice... but shit, talk about a lot of desk space.

However, they are cat paw resistent. (have two)

Brad

SleazyDream · 07-23-2002, 11:19 PM

UnseenWorld · 07-23-2002, 11:36 PM

Unless I'm mistaken, the price/resolution ratio still favors standard CRT monitors. So, if money is a major consideration...

yys · 07-23-2002, 11:46 PM

I still want this setup ; I just can't bring myself too spend the money on it as I don't really need it.

RK · 07-24-2002, 12:12 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Dawgy
i have an 18" sony and its great, but ive noticed that fonts and some graphics are not as smooth as they are on a crt. i cant quite figure this out...

especially small fonts. like ill make a graphic and itll be all fuzzy on here, but looks great on a crt...

any suggestions?

Replace your monitor with a one that has smaller dot size. If you look at reviews most of them describe how small fonts look with the monitor.

If you are looking for value then try this one.
http://www.zdnet.com/supercenter/sto...531089,00.html

Gutterboy · 07-24-2002, 03:57 AM

I've got a 15" LCD, and its probably one of the best investments I've made. Dunno whether I'm just particularly susceptible, but after about 3-4 hours staring at a CRT I would begin to get eyestrain headaches.

No such problems with the LCD no matter how much time I spend sitting in front of it. Going to go for a 19-21" LCD as soon as prices come down a bit.

msg · 07-24-2002, 08:11 AM

I bought a 15" LCD and was so happy I went and bought another one. Now I have the dual setup and I love it!

I don't think I'd ever go back to a crt, nevertheless a single monitor, DUAL LCD'S IS THE WAY TO GO!

Also for those running XP on a LCD heres a tip to make your fonts nice and sharp..

Desktop properties - > appearance -> effects -> Use the following method to smooth the edges of screen fonts: Select ClearType

Nysus · 07-24-2002, 08:16 AM

Wait a year until they release the megapixel LCD screens. Better quality, no dead pixels, higher refresh rates etc. If anything, will drop the price of the normal ones tremendously.

Cheers,
Matt

gothweb · 07-24-2002, 08:19 AM

Clear anti-aliased text on an LCD takes a different algorithm, since the pixels for each color are separate. In the upcoming update to the Mac OS, Mac OS X 10.2 (due in August) there is support for this feature. My LCD already looks crisp thanks to various OS X technologies, so I can't wait for this.

FiReC · 07-24-2002, 11:06 AM

lcd displays will be replaced by plamsa soon enough....lcd's suck for graphics and gaming right now. on a pc anyway

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gothweb Confirmed User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Back in the USSA Posts: 8,849	LCD is far less fragile than CRT. One is a sheet of plastic, one is a hollow glass tube. It is as simple as that. Just because a CRT is more beefy doesn't mean it won't break... Also, the electric shock and possible explosion of a CRT (they implode because of the vacuum, but the shards can then fly about a bit) make them far more dangerous whey they break. Something to think about. If you can afford a LCD monitor, the purchase is a no-brainer in my opinion. I am using the Apple 17" Studio Display, and it is fantastic. Especially on my cluttered, narrow desk. I only wish I could afford one of the big ones... __________________ Photos by Ian X.: Distinctive photos of goth babes. Blood Money:Your traffic, my sites, our money. MojoHost: Still the best.

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TFCash Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Apr 2001 Posts: 1,738	What kind of stuff do you do with your current monitor ?? As long as your not moving it all the time I would bet it'd last just as long, I think that you do have to keep it out of direct sunlight due to fading on the screen material, but other than that mine seems to be pretty sturdy. A lot easier on the eyes also !!!! Tim

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Dawgy Confirmed User Join Date: Jul 2001 Posts: 5,856	i have an 18" sony and its great, but ive noticed that fonts and some graphics are not as smooth as they are on a crt. i cant quite figure this out... especially small fonts. like ill make a graphic and itll be all fuzzy on here, but looks great on a crt... any suggestions? __________________ the revolution is coming.

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yys Confirmed User Join Date: Aug 2001 Posts: 1,922	I still want this setup ; I just can't bring myself too spend the money on it as I don't really need it.

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Gutterboy So Fucking Banned Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Dis Posts: 4,751	I've got a 15" LCD, and its probably one of the best investments I've made. Dunno whether I'm just particularly susceptible, but after about 3-4 hours staring at a CRT I would begin to get eyestrain headaches. No such problems with the LCD no matter how much time I spend sitting in front of it. Going to go for a 19-21" LCD as soon as prices come down a bit.

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msg Confirmed User Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: South Fl. Posts: 293	I bought a 15" LCD and was so happy I went and bought another one. Now I have the dual setup and I love it! I don't think I'd ever go back to a crt, nevertheless a single monitor, DUAL LCD'S IS THE WAY TO GO! Also for those running XP on a LCD heres a tip to make your fonts nice and sharp.. Desktop properties - > appearance -> effects -> Use the following method to smooth the edges of screen fonts: Select ClearType

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Nysus Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Aug 2001 Posts: 7,817	Wait a year until they release the megapixel LCD screens. Better quality, no dead pixels, higher refresh rates etc. If anything, will drop the price of the normal ones tremendously. Cheers, Matt

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gothweb Confirmed User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Back in the USSA Posts: 8,849	Clear anti-aliased text on an LCD takes a different algorithm, since the pixels for each color are separate. In the upcoming update to the Mac OS, Mac OS X 10.2 (due in August) there is support for this feature. My LCD already looks crisp thanks to various OS X technologies, so I can't wait for this. __________________ Photos by Ian X.: Distinctive photos of goth babes. Blood Money:Your traffic, my sites, our money. MojoHost: Still the best.

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