Thread: I want to replace my CRT Monitor
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Old 28-12-2007, 18:57   #5
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Re: I want to replace my CRT Monitor
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Originally Posted by homealone View Post
Both the above linked screens look ok, I have a widescreen Hanns-G 19" (HW191D), which I have been very happy with for over a year, now.

Couple of things, I'd imagine for artwork a 4:3 aspect would be preferable to a widescreen (16:10), widescreen is better suited for media playback (or wide spreadsheets), but is ultimately down to personal preference.

If your graphics card has DVI output then try to get a screen with a DVI interface - not only do you get a slightly better picture, but it is easier to set up.

If you intend playing retail high definition media (Blu-ray, etc), on the monitor at any point in the future, then the DVI interface must be HDCP compatible.

If you can, get to see one working before buying, which is where high street stores can have an advantage over mail order - and it is easier to take back in the event of dead pixels, etc.
Good monitors, even cheaper now than when I got mine and i thought it was a bargain then
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