Multi-purpose monitor for gaming, HDTV, Xbox etc?

[shortyjj]

I guess it will need a ton of inputs, so the 23" Apple display is out (as it has neither HDMI nor component)

Any suggestions?

 

[crazzyeddie]

Dell 24". Hands down.

 

[OutThere]

Yeah the Dell 24" will give you component, composite, S-Video, DVI, and VGA inputs, plus it has PiP and PbP, which is nice.

 

[shortyjj]

The best deal I can see for the Dell is about $1k, but this Samsung has a *slightly* smaller screen for much less. Am I missing something?

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=7135771&type=product&id=1110265593688

 

[stonyc]

Just wait for slickdeals or xpbargains to provide a coupon... 2405's have been had for as low as $725ish in the past. When the 2407's come out (I don't think they're out yet?), you could probably land a 2405 for $650 or so.

EDIT: And by "gaming" do you mean gaming on a PC or Mac? if so, the 24" dell has a much higher resolution.

 

[shortyjj]

EDIT: And by "gaming" do you mean gaming on a PC or Mac? if so, the 24" dell has a much higher resolution.

Wanted it for:

a) eventual Mac gaming (when Apple decides to put a video card in the Mini)
b) Xbox 360 / Revolution
c) HD television monitor

 

[combatcolin]

The big 24" Dell.

 

[stonyc]

Wanted it for:

a) eventual Mac gaming (when Apple decides to put a video card in the Mini)
b) Xbox 360 / Revolution
c) HD television monitor

One of the main differences between the 2405 and the 2407 is the 2407 will support HDCP (the 2405, HDMI).

I could be wrong, but I think the 2407 is to release sometime in May... not sure about that though. Basically, it seems to come down to whether you're going to need/want HDCP support. If no, then I would just recommend that you wait until May-ish... once the 2407's release, you should be able to get a 2405 for a good price.

If you're willing to take a chance on a Dell refurb, I think I saw some 2405's on there for $668 or so.

 

[shortyjj]

Still a little confused, since I saw something in another post about concerns over the "native" resolution. Will the Dell have any problem with a 1080i signal?

Amazingly, my 3-year-old 55" Mitsu HDTV is already obsolete because it has no digital inputs at all, and probably will not even be able to do HD-DVD/Blu-Ray, nor can it be used as a monitor.

 

[stonyc]

Still a little confused, since I saw something in another post about concerns over the "native" resolution. Will the Dell have any problem with a 1080i signal?

Amazingly, my 3-year-old 55" Mitsu HDTV is already obsolete because it has no digital inputs at all, and probably will not even be able to do HD-DVD/Blu-Ray, nor can it be used as a monitor.

Try the links in this post. Specifically the second link... you might find your answer there.

 

[PwrDnon]

I guess it will need a ton of inputs, so the 23" Apple display is out (as it has neither HDMI nor component)

Any suggestions?

Maybe you should consider getting video switcher or converter offered by Gefen.
http://www.gefen.com

 

[shortyjj]

Try the links in this post. Specifically the second link... you might find your answer there.

TY so much, looks like it would work for any application I can think up.

 

[cwright]

Another vote for the Dell 24"

Mine works great for a Mac display, HDTV, and XBOX 360 Monitor. Also... I think someone mentioned that the 2405FPW has HDMI inputs. Just to clarify, it does NOT. It uses a Component input for HD signals instead. However thats what the XBOX 360 uses anyway, so it doesn't really matter.

 

[thecheda]

dell

I guess it will need a ton of inputs, so the 23" Apple display is out (as it has neither HDMI nor component)

Any suggestions?

normally i wouldnt say this.....but dell. just because of the variety of inputs you would get with it.