Well, digital has a higher quality. When they have the conventional 15 pin connector like any CRT monitor, they are using the same analog signal. When they use the 24 pin DVI connector, they are digital (and you need a video card with a DVI connector to use those).
I don't see any dot pitch specs in all that, so it must be bad since they don't mention it. LCD monitors (at least the ones that use DVI connectors), are not affected by flicker, so refresh rates are as not important on them as on CRT's. I can't say if the same is true for analog LCD's, but it probably is. Most if not all LCD monitors have the same refresh rate range from about 60-75hz. Oddly, on mine, the 75hz setting has WORSE quality than at 60hz. I was having odd "jitter" problems while watching the TV on my ATI AIW. I finally pinned it down to the refresh rate. I set it to 60hz and it's perfect now. The one thing you have to watch out for when getting an LCD is the return policy. Just about every place will NOT accept returns for less than 8 dead pixels. This means if you get one and you see 7 dead spots, that's tuff, you're stuck with it. So be sure nothing is mentioned about any dead pixel policy. You're original post is not below, so I don't know what your original question was. Has it been answered? -Clint Happy Holidays to all & God Bless Clint Hamilton, Owner http://OrpheusComputing.com ) http://ComputersCustomBuilt.com ----- Original Message ----- From: "Vern" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > By Planar, do you mean LCD? Make sure you get ALL the specs. > That response time is good, but usually these cheaper ones > are > analog monitors and not true digital, have poor Dot Pitch > specs > (DP), poor brightness and contrast ratios. If it only has an > HD-15/DB-15 connector, it's analog. You want one with a DVI > connector, at least .23dp, high brightness & contrast ratios > of > at least 250cd & 400:1 respectively. > -Clint Yes, it is analog. Why would I want digital? I don't play games or watch tv or play movies on the computer. I'm an old ahem codger. Retired. Here are the specks. All I do is read mail and surf the internet. Don't have a lot of money, retired mailman. The Planar 17" PL1700 is ideal for small and medium corporate business leaders and the applications that make their businesses succeed. The PL1700 features a thin, professional design and an analog video input. With fast 16 ms response time combined with great visual performance, this monitor will deliver crisp and bright images for even demand office applications requiring video. The PL1700 is Multi-Mount ReadyT with integrated VESA mounting standard and an internal power supply for clean installation and increased productivity. Planar has 20 years of experience delivering dependable flat-panel monitor solutions. We offer leading performance and innovative features in all our products. Every Planar monitor includes our industry leading 3-year Customer FirstT warranty featuring FREE 48 Hour monitor replacement.. Specifications: 17" LCD monitor with 1280 x 1024 resolution and analog input Multi-mount ReadyT for multiple monitor applications to increase office productivity. Mounting accessories optional. Super fast 16ms response time for better viewing of video and animation 3-year Customer FirstT warranty with FREE 48 hour monitor replacement for three years Viewable Size (diagonal): 17" Contrast Ratio: 450:1 Luminance: 260 cd/m2 Response Time: 16 ms Viewing Angle: 150 Horizontal and 135 Vertical Native Resolution: 1280 x 1024 SXGA Color Support: 16.2M colors Display Type: LCD Active Matrix Flat Panel Display (TFT) Monitor Dimensions (WxHxD): 14.7" X 15.2" X 7.5" Refresh Rate: 56 - 75 Hz Compatibility: PC and Mac. (adapters may be required for the Mac) Special Features: Kensington. Security slot, anti-glare coating, and multi-language OSD Ports / Connectors Included: Qty (1) Analog VGA D-sub 15-in video display Cable(s) included: Qty (1) Analog VGA D-sub 15-pin video display cable; Qty (1) standard power cable; Qty (1) audio cable Power Consumption Operational ( Standby ): 40 Watt ( 3 Watt ) Voltage Required: AC 100/240 VAC ( 50/60 Hz ) Product Approvals and Listings: UL, FCC-B, CE, TUV/GS, TCO '99 The only thing I see that might be wrong is the refresh rate. the price is down to $259 today. Thank you Clint. Vern ============= PCWorks Mailing List ================= Don't see your post? Check our posting guidelines & make sure you've followed proper posting procedures, http://pcworkers.com/rules.htm Contact list owner <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Unsubscribing and other changes: http://pcworkers.com =====================================================
