Issue With My Monitor

Dyre Straits · Nov 20, 2005, 05:32 AM

As was mentioned in the Rate CAT 5.11 (Drivers Only) thread, I've had some issues with my 19" Hitachi monitor since installing the CAT 5.11s. At times it seemed that the problem was gone, subsiding, or under control.

However, it returned with a vengeance tonight and I've resorted to removing that monitor and temporarily using an IBM 17" monitor to see if the problem creeps up again with this one.

One thing's for sure! This monitor is not nearly as crisp and clear as my Hitachi. If I have to replace that one, I'll be hard-pressed to get one that has been as easy on the eyes as it's been.

BUT, so far, there's no fluctuating, flickering, or other annoying visual problems other than just being a lot more 'blurry' than my Hitachi.

Judas · Nov 20, 2005, 01:38 PM

Check out Samsungs Higher quality 19-21 inch monitors. If you can find it, get a 900IFT (Excellent monitor... one of the first samsung monitor that support 2048x1536 (that you can actually read font on)).... or the 21 inch which is a 1100DF which also support 2048x1536. but obtainable at 83HZ (give or take a few)

0.20 dot pitch is excellent to work with

Dyre Straits · Nov 20, 2005, 02:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Judas

Check out Samsungs Higher quality 19-21 inch monitors. If you can find it, get a 900IFT (Excellent monitor... one of the first samsung monitor that support 2048x1536 (that you can actually read font on)).... or the 21 inch which is a 1100DF which also support 2048x1536. but obtainable at 83HZ (give or take a few)

0.20 dot pitch is excellent to work with

Yes, one of the things that really made this Hitachi nice is the .22 dot pitch. I've always run my Desktop at 1280x1024 and had no problems at all with clarity.

mkk · Nov 20, 2005, 04:14 PM

Mine was having geometry fluctuations that got worse with time(heat). Took a compressed air can and spent a good part of it blowing into the monitors various vent holes. That seems to have fixed it for now, having had no problems for a week. I've ordered a replacement and when it arrives I'll try opening this one up and blow any last bit of dust off the components.

swimtech · Nov 20, 2005, 05:28 PM

I wondered about your problem too Dyre - and kinda thought it would resurface regardless of the driverset you were using (you've dropped back to the 5.10a's right?). If you don't see the problem on the IBM monitor you know what is happening...

There are several good monitors out there now for a lot less money than your Hitachi cost you that will give you comparable performance. I like the Samsungs too...

BWX · Nov 20, 2005, 11:27 PM

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16824001068

I am getting that one delivered Tues or Wed.. I'll let you know how it works out..

A pretty good deal actually.

Dyre Straits · Nov 21, 2005, 01:13 AM

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Originally Posted by swimtech

I wondered about your problem too Dyre - and kinda thought it would resurface regardless of the driverset you were using (you've dropped back to the 5.10a's right?). If you don't see the problem on the IBM monitor you know what is happening...

There are several good monitors out there now for a lot less money than your Hitachi cost you that will give you comparable performance. I like the Samsungs too...

It would be very hard to get one for less than I paid for this Hitachi about 4 years ago.

I got it refurbished from a local computer store for only $125. (US). So, I've certainly gotten my money's worth!!

Dyre Straits · Nov 21, 2005, 02:55 AM

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Originally Posted by BWX

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16824001068

I am getting that one delivered Tues or Wed.. I'll let you know how it works out..

A pretty good deal actually.

I'd be interested in what you think of it.

I'm almost certain, though, that I can get my hands on some really good, refurbished monitors locally. In fact, I may ask these people if they have a source for someone who does the refurbishing. I'd love to get this monitor done if it's not too costly.

BWX · Nov 21, 2005, 03:40 AM

http://www.azatek.com/pricelist.asp?CID=58

http://www.azatek.com/pricelist.asp?CID=59

I was thinking seriously about buying one of those. Could have had an awesome 21 inch for the same price I paid for a 19... but I chose the brand new route.. mainly because of the 3 year warranty- (and new condition).

-but still those are worth a look for anyone interested in a good CRT.

Dyre Straits · Nov 21, 2005, 04:08 AM

If I can't get by the computer store tomorrow, I'll definitely get by there on Tuesday.

Also, I think I want to check out the 'dust' situation inside this one. It has just been such a great monitor that I hate to think of using anything else at the moment.

EDIT: Come to think of it, today is tomorrow. I just got home from work a little while ago.

Dyre Straits · Nov 22, 2005, 01:20 AM

UPDATED:

I can get this monitor for $69.99 US

http://www-307.ibm.com/pc/support/si...cid=MIGR-40017

Only difference is that the one that's available is Black...not Beige.

BWX · Nov 22, 2005, 05:27 AM

Seems to be a good deal-- but are you getting a used or refurb?

Also that doesn't look like a true flat screen, but a "flatter screen"? I really like the true flats.

H3X4D3C1M4L · Nov 22, 2005, 07:15 PM

I'd go for a refurb IBMP260.... I have one and it was the best money I ever spent. Except for the X800XT.

Dyre Straits · Nov 22, 2005, 08:15 PM

I went today and looked at some new LCD monitors. Frankly, none of what I looked at (places like CompUSA, MicroCenter) would work for me. If you know of the Aquarium ScreenSaver that most of these displays use, then you'll know what I'm talking a