Q. Computer screens don't come in as big size as tvs do besides tv screens are usually cheaper.
What is the difference between an led tv and an led computer screen, any pros and cons with replacing a computer screen with a tv screen?. I think I remember something about the hertz rate using another scale, so even though it says 600 hertz on the tv it really means like 200 if you compare it to a computer screen... I might be completely off though....
What is the difference between an led tv and an led computer screen, any pros and cons with replacing a computer screen with a tv screen?. I think I remember something about the hertz rate using another scale, so even though it says 600 hertz on the tv it really means like 200 if you compare it to a computer screen... I might be completely off though....
A. Haha absolutely! It's becoming more and more common to replace computer monitors with televisions.
What you need to determine is what you will be using this for. Computer monitors GENERALLY (not always) have a lower response time. This means that if you plan on playing video games, you may want to tend towards a computer LED monitor. However, the obvious advantages to a TV over monitor are significant.
If you plan on watching a lot of movies, (especially if you're planning on purchasing an HDTV) I highly suggest the TV. Monitors (per square inch) are much more expensive (again, generally) than TVs.
Again, it depends on all sorts of things; TV's are great if you have a lot of space in your room and watch a lot of movies. Computer monitors are generally for gaming or Application usage (like Photoshop or music notation software).
As for the 600Hz, that is a common refresh frequency for Plasma televisions. Anything higher than 120Hz is "3DTV compatible"; my computer monitors are all 120Hz. It makes for smoother pictures.
If you plan on buying a TV, use Plasma televisions in low-light places (like basements or dens with little outdoor light), buy an LED-TV or LCD-TV for high-light places. Try to avoid televisions with a quality under 720p. Consider refresh rates, contrast ratios, and overall quality!
What you need to determine is what you will be using this for. Computer monitors GENERALLY (not always) have a lower response time. This means that if you plan on playing video games, you may want to tend towards a computer LED monitor. However, the obvious advantages to a TV over monitor are significant.
If you plan on watching a lot of movies, (especially if you're planning on purchasing an HDTV) I highly suggest the TV. Monitors (per square inch) are much more expensive (again, generally) than TVs.
Again, it depends on all sorts of things; TV's are great if you have a lot of space in your room and watch a lot of movies. Computer monitors are generally for gaming or Application usage (like Photoshop or music notation software).
As for the 600Hz, that is a common refresh frequency for Plasma televisions. Anything higher than 120Hz is "3DTV compatible"; my computer monitors are all 120Hz. It makes for smoother pictures.
If you plan on buying a TV, use Plasma televisions in low-light places (like basements or dens with little outdoor light), buy an LED-TV or LCD-TV for high-light places. Try to avoid televisions with a quality under 720p. Consider refresh rates, contrast ratios, and overall quality!
I am buying a new projector but I cant decide which one to get.?
Q. I am buying a new projector but I cant decide which one to get. I have looked at tons of them. I see a good one and then the next one I see its either better or worse. I want one with a GREAT picture, it has to be quiet, it has to be able to connect to my computer, it cant be more than 600 dollars, It has to be able to project a picture close up, and it has to be a nice projector. What would you recomend I get?
A. I hate to dissapoint you, but at $600 you have limited choice if your intent is games, HDTV or DVDs ... but you didn't specify.
Projectors fall into three resolution classes: 480p ($500+); 720p ($900+); and, 1080p ($1900+) ... all US prices. Unfortunately the bulk of under $7-800 projectors (and many more expensive) are aimed at business users.
They will work for home use, BUT generally have poor contrast ratio, relatively low resolution, poor video processing, and (often) noisy fans and poor colour accuracy.
Inexpensive projectors are usually DLP based models (rather than LCD), which means they have a spinning colour wheel which -- unless fairly fast (>4X) -- will cause "rainbow effect" (headaches/visual field issues) in susceptible viewers (a small but not insignificant portion of the population). DLP does give a better contrast ratio than LCD though.
You can read more at the projectorcentral.com site you were directed to by another respondent, but the bottom line is at that price range -- unless you want a projector for business presentation type use -- you would be advised to look for an end-of-line, refurbished or used Home Theatre projector.
For example, I came across an ad for a BenQ 8700+ projector for $800 the other day. New, that projector cost over $5000 ... and it even came with a spare lamp. That raises the main issue with used projectors ... the lamps are $300+ so unless you know the lamp is in good shape you could be in for an expensive surprise not long after you buy.
Or, try the InFocus store ... they often have refurbished projectors at very reasonable prices.
I'm not going to suggest a specific projector, but (assuming you are after one for game and movie watching) look for the following characteristics:
- 1000-1500 ANSI Lumens
- fan noise: <28 dB
- VGA, composite, S-video, component (sometimes it's via an adapter to the VGA input) ... and if possible DVI or HDMI (HDCP compliant).
- 800x600 resolution (4:3) or 854x480 (16:9) or better
Read reviews and specs at projectorcentral.com or projectorreviews.com (See link). Projectorcentral.com has a handy calculator to help you determine how big the image will be at a specific distance (2nd link).
Finally, see the last link for a list of used projectors that may be of interest.
Hope this helps.
Projectors fall into three resolution classes: 480p ($500+); 720p ($900+); and, 1080p ($1900+) ... all US prices. Unfortunately the bulk of under $7-800 projectors (and many more expensive) are aimed at business users.
They will work for home use, BUT generally have poor contrast ratio, relatively low resolution, poor video processing, and (often) noisy fans and poor colour accuracy.
Inexpensive projectors are usually DLP based models (rather than LCD), which means they have a spinning colour wheel which -- unless fairly fast (>4X) -- will cause "rainbow effect" (headaches/visual field issues) in susceptible viewers (a small but not insignificant portion of the population). DLP does give a better contrast ratio than LCD though.
You can read more at the projectorcentral.com site you were directed to by another respondent, but the bottom line is at that price range -- unless you want a projector for business presentation type use -- you would be advised to look for an end-of-line, refurbished or used Home Theatre projector.
For example, I came across an ad for a BenQ 8700+ projector for $800 the other day. New, that projector cost over $5000 ... and it even came with a spare lamp. That raises the main issue with used projectors ... the lamps are $300+ so unless you know the lamp is in good shape you could be in for an expensive surprise not long after you buy.
Or, try the InFocus store ... they often have refurbished projectors at very reasonable prices.
I'm not going to suggest a specific projector, but (assuming you are after one for game and movie watching) look for the following characteristics:
- 1000-1500 ANSI Lumens
- fan noise: <28 dB
- VGA, composite, S-video, component (sometimes it's via an adapter to the VGA input) ... and if possible DVI or HDMI (HDCP compliant).
- 800x600 resolution (4:3) or 854x480 (16:9) or better
Read reviews and specs at projectorcentral.com or projectorreviews.com (See link). Projectorcentral.com has a handy calculator to help you determine how big the image will be at a specific distance (2nd link).
Finally, see the last link for a list of used projectors that may be of interest.
Hope this helps.
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