Re: Mac Mini Max Resolution?
On Jan 27, 7:39 pm, James Therrault jetas...@netzero.com wrote: The best that I can get with my 22 Samsung Synchmaster 22 wide screen is 1680x1050. Do I have to utilize both video ports to achieve higher resolution? Seems I was doing better than this when hooked up to my old G4 Gigabit with a measly 16MB Vram. JT (Late 2009 Core duo Mini with Nividia graphics/256MB Vram shared with main memory (4GB)) My ancient 22 Apple Cinema Display only gets 1600x1024. I still prefer it over my 21.5 Acer @ 1920x1080. The Apple monitor seems a fair bit larger than .5 would suggest. Maybe it's the 16:10 vs 16:9 aspect ratio... -- You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
Re: Mac Mini Max Resolution?
On Jan 30, 2011, at 10:13 AM, imrazor wrote: On Jan 27, 7:39 pm, James Therrault jetas...@netzero.com wrote: The best that I can get with my 22 Samsung Synchmaster 22 wide screen is 1680x1050. Do I have to utilize both video ports to achieve higher resolution? Seems I was doing better than this when hooked up to my old G4 Gigabit with a measly 16MB Vram. JT (Late 2009 Core duo Mini with Nividia graphics/256MB Vram shared with main memory (4GB)) My ancient 22 Apple Cinema Display only gets 1600x1024. I still prefer it over my 21.5 Acer @ 1920x1080. The Apple monitor seems a fair bit larger than .5 would suggest. Maybe it's the 16:10 vs 16:9 aspect ratio... I believe at that time that Samsung was building the Apple displays and my 22 Synchmaster 225bw is probably very similar including the max resolution. Dual link is the answer but Apple's solution doesn't get anywhere near rave reviews... JT Ring in the New Year. Start the year off right with a free camera phone from ATT. http://thirdpartyoffers.netzero.net/TGL3241/4d45a0b7a41fff8667st01duc -- You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
Re: Mac Mini Max Resolution?
I don’t know what you need the higher resolution for, or if this will work with your MacMini, but a solution might be to connect another (cheap) monitor to the second port and put the two side by side? -- You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
Re: Mac Mini Max Resolution?
On Jan 27, 2011, at 10:01 PM, Kris Tilford wrote: On Jan 27, 2011, at 7:39 PM, James Therrault wrote: The best that I can get with my 22 Samsung SyncMaster 22 wide screen is 1680x1050. Most of the 22 Samsung SyncMaster I see are limited to 1680x1050 native resolution. You'll probably need to buy a newer, higher resolution monitor to get 1920x1080 or higher. That's what I suspected. I think that a 27 might be a limiting factor but still, it would provide a good deal more real estate... Thanks, JT Mortgage Rates Hit 2.99% If you owe under $729k you probably qualify for Gov't Refi Programs http://thirdpartyoffers.netzero.net/TGL3241/4d42f11284e3fb0716st02duc -- You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
Re: Mac Mini Max Resolution?
I know Viewsonic makes a great 22 LED monitor that has a max res of 1920x1080. That's what I suspected. I think that a 27 might be a limiting factor but still, it would provide a good deal more real estate... Thanks, JT -- You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
Re: Mac Mini Max Resolution?
Max out your main memory If that doesn't fix, upgrade to a Apple Display On Jan 27, 2011, at 7:39 PM, James Therrault wrote: The best that I can get with my 22 Samsung Synchmaster 22 wide screen is 1680x1050. Do I have to utilize both video ports to achieve higher resolution? Seems I was doing better than this when hooked up to my old G4 Gigabit with a measly 16MB Vram. JT (Late 2009 Core duo Mini with Nividia graphics/256MB Vram shared with main memory (4GB)) Travelocity Vacation Package Deals Book A Vacation Now Save Up To 30% on Hotels Vacation Packages. http://thirdpartyoffers.netzero.net/TGL3241/4d421e499e39e1fd17st06duc -- You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list -- You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
Re: Mac Mini Max Resolution?
On Jan 28, 2011, at 12:49 AM, James Therrault wrote: That's what I suspected. I think that a 27 might be a limiting factor but still, it would provide a good deal more real estate... Remember, it's pixels that count, not physical size. You can buy a gigantic 52 HDTV and only have a resolution of 1920x1080, and right now, the smallest 1920x1080 screen I'm aware of comes on a 16 laptop display, and that's still not as high a pixel density as the iPhone 4's retinal display which is the current record holder. The new iPad2 is supposed to be 2560x1920 which will quadruple the pixel count of the current iPad's 1280x960. The iPad2 should be another fantastic product I suspect. -- You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
Re: Mac Mini Max Resolution?
*** I bought an Acer 23 1920x1080 several months ago for $200 that works great. It's likely cheaper now. - Peter I know Viewsonic makes a great 22 LED monitor that has a max res of 1920x1080. That's what I suspected. I think that a 27 might be a limiting factor but still, it would provide a good deal more real estate... Thanks, JT -- You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list -- You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
Re: Mac Mini Max Resolution?
On Jan 28, 2011, at 2:06 PM, Kris Tilford wrote: On Jan 28, 2011, at 12:49 AM, James Therrault wrote: That's what I suspected. I think that a 27 might be a limiting factor but still, it would provide a good deal more real estate... Remember, it's pixels that count, not physical size. You can buy a gigantic 52 HDTV and only have a resolution of 1920x1080, and right now, the smallest 1920x1080 screen I'm aware of comes on a 16 laptop display, and that's still not as high a pixel density as the iPhone 4's retinal display which is the current record holder. The new iPad2 is supposed to be 2560x1920 which will quadruple the pixel count of the current iPad's 1280x960. The iPad2 should be another fantastic product I suspect. Exactly. In order to get more resolution, the monitor has to be capable of displaying it. That's why when I do get a larger monitor, I want it to be capable of lot better than the Samsung that I have. This monitor is over three years old and that's that. I don't know what the Mini's limitation(s) are but with an effective 256MB VRAM, it should be capable of more than the 1680 x 1050. With regard to this group, I'm still on dial up on my ancient G4 Gigabit with the 16MB 128 RagePro and it offers resolutions up to 1920 x 1440 on an old Phllips Lightframe 19 CRT. sigh JT Get Free Email with Video Mail Video Chat! http://www.netzero.net/freeemail?refcd=NZTAGOUT1FREM0210 -- You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
Re: Mac Mini Max Resolution?
On Jan 28, 2011, at 2:54 PM, schaf...@comcast.net wrote: *** I bought an Acer 23 1920x1080 several months ago for $200 that works great. It's likely cheaper now. I'll be looking for much more resolution that that. The late 2009 Mini is supposed to support up to 1920 x 1200 out of the DVI port or up o 2560 x 1600 using both video ports with a Dual- Link DVO adapter. So all I have to do is find a large monitor that can take advantage of the second option... JT Get Free Email with Video Mail Video Chat! http://www.netzero.net/freeemail?refcd=NZTAGOUT1FREM0210 -- You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
Re: Mac Mini Max Resolution?
On Jan 28, 2011, at 2:06 PM, Kris Tilford wrote: On Jan 28, 2011, at 12:49 AM, James Therrault wrote: That's what I suspected. I think that a 27 might be a limiting factor but still, it would provide a good deal more real estate... Remember, it's pixels that count, not physical size. You can buy a gigantic 52 HDTV and only have a resolution of 1920x1080, and right now, the smallest 1920x1080 screen I'm aware of comes on a 16 laptop display, and that's still not as high a pixel density as the iPhone 4's retinal display which is the current record holder. The new iPad2 is supposed to be 2560x1920 which will quadruple the pixel count of the current iPad's 1280x960. The iPad2 should be another fantastic product I suspect. Just an update... I'm new at this big screen high resolution stuff but evidently, dual-link capability is required to achieve maximum results. Looking at the price of these displays, I will admit that they are out of my price range right now. So, I'm just gonna do with what I got for now... JT Globe Life Insurance $1* Buys $50,000 Life Insurance. Adults or Children. No Medical Exam. http://thirdpartyoffers.netzero.net/TGL3241/4d436f80de17fc3af7st02duc -- You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
Re: Mac Mini Max Resolution?
On Jan 27, 2011, at 7:39 PM, James Therrault wrote: The best that I can get with my 22 Samsung Synchmaster 22 wide screen is 1680x1050. This may be the maximum resolution of the display? My 22 display has a 1680x1050 maximum. Do I have to utilize both video ports to achieve higher resolution? Seems I was doing better than this when hooked up to my old G4 Gigabit with a measly 16MB Vram. (Late 2009 Core duo Mini with Nividia graphics/256MB Vram shared with main memory (4GB)) G3-5 list is for PPC G3, G4, and G5 Macs. Intel Macs list:http://lowendmac.com/lists/macintel.html Mini Mac list:http://lowendmac.com/lists/macmini.html -- You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
Re: Mac Mini Max Resolution?
The best that I can get with my 22 Samsung Synchmaster 22 wide screen is 1680x1050. My first generation G4 Mini gives me 1900 x 1200 at 60 Hz. -- You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
Re: Mac Mini Max Resolution?
On Jan 27, 2011, at 7:39 PM, James Therrault wrote: The best that I can get with my 22 Samsung SyncMaster 22 wide screen is 1680x1050. Most of the 22 Samsung SyncMaster I see are limited to 1680x1050 native resolution. You'll probably need to buy a newer, higher resolution monitor to get 1920x1080 or higher. -- You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
