Which Screen Res and type of Monitor do you use?

RB (Andrew) · #1 17-05-2008, 11:00 AM

Just curious to see which screen resolution you use on your computer ?
Also if there's any people still using CRTs (like me).

I'd like to get an idea, when presenting images, what the ideal size would be for posting and how to process them for the type of monitors.

Obviously I expect the majority to use LCDs but I'm curious as to how many still use CRTs too.
I'm about to swap over to an LCD monitor soon but may hold on to the good old CRT and use it as a second screen.

So please choose your monitor type and screen resolution (if yours isn't listed please choose closest available choice).

snowyskiesau · #2 17-05-2008, 11:06 AM

I run a Dell 24" LCD screen which has a resolution of 1920 x 1200.

Main reason for getting this was work related - lots of simultaneous applications to watch.
It replaced a 19" Sony CRT which I ended up giving away rather than throwing out, no one wanted to buy it.

[IBM laptop with a 15" 1400x1050]

acropolite (Phil) · #3 17-05-2008, 11:07 AM

I have a CRT on my spare PC, but on this one I'm using a 17 inch Viewmaster LCD running at 1280x1024 resolution (it's native res). It's really important to exactly match the resolution of your system with the native resolution of the LCD to attain the sharpest possible screen. I've got a dual head card and I intend on using the CRT as a second monitor for processing. FWIW at work we have a couple of budget widescreen (around $300) LCD's running at 1600x??? and they are brilliant, the extra width is really nice.

RB (Andrew) · #4 17-05-2008, 11:08 AM

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Originally Posted by snowyskiesau

I run a Dell 24" LCD screen which has a resolution of 1920 x 1200.

Hey excellent Geoff that's the one I'm looking at.

Are you happy with it?

snowyskiesau · #5 17-05-2008, 11:20 AM

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Originally Posted by RB

Hey excellent Geoff that's the one I'm looking at.

Are you happy with it?

Very happy with it.
I've had it about three years and it's never given any problems. It's connected to a number of systems via a KVM switch (VGA connection) and to a mac Mini via the DVI connection.
It has an excellent contrast ratio and very high brightness compared to some other LCD displays. I've had it connected to a DTV set top box and the picture quality is very good.

In fact the only complaint I have is that it's a lot cheaper now than when I bought mine.

RB (Andrew) · #6 17-05-2008, 11:32 AM

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Originally Posted by snowyskiesau

In fact the only complaint I have is that it's a lot cheaper now than when I bought mine.

Thanks for the info Geoff.

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Originally Posted by acropolite

I've got a dual head card and I intend on using the CRT as a second monitor for processing.

That's how I want to set it up but I'll be processing on the LCD and checking the result on both.
I'm going to use the CRT for more area so I can set out the desktop how I want.
My card only goes up to 1280x1024 though so I won't be able to go higher on the LCD.

Ian Robinson · #7 17-05-2008, 01:11 PM

Laptop is 15" UXGA (1440x1050) ... and is superb to look at.

Desktop has a 19" TFT monitor (1280x1080 dual Dig/Anal) which I am not too keen on , thinking of upgrading to the next size up - 20.4" or 21" (for the considerably better screen resolution). Think I'll stick with Samsung monitors (the 3/3 warantee is a plus).
My desktop only has only a analog video output .... got to do something to rectify that so I can benefit from the better performance of fully digital video.

My old desktop has a 16" CRO , think I ran it as an XGA and can't member it's resolution , hasn't been used for a few years and in storage in the garage.

Jazza (Jay) · #8 17-05-2008, 01:46 PM

samsung 22" WS at 1650x1080

acropolite (Phil) · #9 17-05-2008, 01:47 PM

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Originally Posted by RB

My card only goes up to 1280x1024 though so I won't be able to go higher on the LCD

If that's the case, I suggest you also invest in a card capable of displaying the native resolution of the monitor you're buying, otherwise the visual quality could disappoint.

RB (Andrew) · #10 17-05-2008, 01:56 PM

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Originally Posted by acropolite

If that's the case, I suggest you also invest in a card capable of displaying the native resolution of the monitor you're buying, otherwise the visual quality could disappoint.

Thanks for the tip Phil, so is the native res of the monitor the same as the max res it's capable of?

snowyskiesau · #11 17-05-2008, 01:56 PM

Noticed a few Benq 20"+ screens for auction over at Grays Online.
Might be of interest to those looking to upgrade.

Starkler (Geoff) · #12 17-05-2008, 01:59 PM

Bought a shiny new pc last year and decided its time to retire the faithful old 17" crt.
Got a 21" lcd and run 1680x1050. Its nice to actually get some desktop real estate when you have a few things open at once.

P.S. You asked two questions but the poll only allowed an answer for one.

RB (Andrew) · #13 17-05-2008, 02:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Starkler

P.S. You asked two questions but the poll only allowed an answer for one.

hmmm, I allowed multiple responses, so not sure what you mean Geoff.
You can pick CRT and/or LCD and whatever res you choose.

leon · #14 17-05-2008, 03:14 PM

I had an LCD and went back to my trusty CRT, much better colour, however if I had heaps of money I would invest in a top quality LCD.

Leon

Karlsson · #15 17-05-2008, 05:20 PM

17" HP f1703 at 1280x1024...

AlexN · #16 17-05-2008, 05:47 PM

52" Sony X series HD LCD TV connected to computer via HDMI.

1920x1080

Ian Robinson · #17 17-05-2008, 07:35 PM

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Originally Posted by AlexN

52" Sony X series HD LCD TV connected to computer via HDMI.

1920x1080

That's a whopper of a monitor ....

AlexN · #18 17-05-2008, 08:15 PM

sure is... should see some of the hubble high res images on it! its a ripper!!

MortonH · #19 17-05-2008, 10:33 PM

1280 x 854 on my 15" Powerbook G4. Soon to be replaced by a 24" iMac with 1920 x 1200 (wife permitting).

Morton

jase (Jason) · #20 18-05-2008, 07:53 AM

1680x1050 on a 21" EIZO monitor.

EIZO monitors are renown in the graphics industry. They use a 10bit or 12bit colour lookup table (in hardware) to delivery astounding colour accuracy. It is programmed when you calibrate the monitor.

The ultimate monitor is one that goes beyond sRGB, such as this one - http://www.eizo.com.au/products/grap...301w/index.asp. I'm not aware of many monitors that can display the entire Adobe RGB gamut, but this comes close at 97%. Perfect for colour workflow all the way to print production of your astrophotos.