Crazy Experiment: Apple 23" LCD on PC

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Crazy Experiment: Apple 23" LCD on PC

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Actually I guess it isn't really an expiriment because quite a few ppl have been doing it.
Anyway, I got the Apple CinemaDisplay 23inch LCD for my PC, and it rocks!!!
Despite the fact that it requires an additional ADC/DVI converter and the Monitor adjustment function is disabled, I really like this monitor.
At 1920x1200, 32 bits, things look really really cool, though somewhat small.
But the refresh rate seems to be locked at 60 HZ, is there anyway to change it or it is one of those LCD limitations?

Oh, this thing is pricey. The monitor actually costs more than my computer altogether.
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Post by Brk »

If you can't change it in your Display Properties, then no.

However, 60 Hz on an LCD is nothing like 60 Hz on a CRT. Unless you have super-sensitive eyes, you will not notice flicker on the LCD at that refresh rate.
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Have more fun..... hook your pc up to a video projector.....
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Post by BaLa »

damn sweet..

I'd kill for a 15' LCD even :D
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Post by carage »

Originally posted by nepenthe
Have more fun..... hook your pc up to a video projector.....


I don't have a wall for that... My room is irregularly shaped...
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Post by carage »

Originally posted by Burke
If you can't change it in your Display Properties, then no.

However, 60 Hz on an LCD is nothing like 60 Hz on a CRT. Unless you have super-sensitive eyes, you will not notice flicker on the LCD at that refresh rate.


Yeah, I don't notice any flicker, but actually I didn't even notice any flicker when my old CRT was set at 60 HZ for several days.
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Post by ub3r_n00b »

:S I wish i had the cash for a 15" LCD or a nice LDC period...


Well I do but i dont want to spend ALL of my money on an LCD..

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Post by Brk »

Originally posted by carage
Yeah, I don't notice any flicker, but actually I didn't even notice any flicker when my old CRT was set at 60 HZ for several days.


Well, you won't notice it at all on an LCD.
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