Whats a good response time for a LCD monitor that has zero ghosting and is good for games and movies?

Q. Whats a good response time for a LCD monitor that has zero ghosting and is good for games and movies?

A. Around 8mS response would be fine for what you want it for.

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Do all LCD monitors with a resolution by 1080 have 1080p? And does having 1080p mean it is full HD?

Q. Im planning to buy a full hd lcd monitor for my computer. I use it for watching movies and playing games. But i don't quit know how to determine if it is full HD. And would you guys know the benefits of having a full hd lcd monitor

A. If you want to play back Blu-Ray DVDs at full pixel-for-pixel 1080p High-Definition, you need the following:

1) A Blu Ray drive.

2) An HDCP-compliant video card.

3) An HDCP-compliant monitor that can display 1920x1080. (So in a nutshell, "Full HD" monitor = HDCP compliance and 1920x1080 resolution-capable.)

Keep in mind that HDCP-protected digital high-def video content like Blu Ray discs requires both the vid card and monitor to be HDCP-compliant. If one of those pieces are not, HD Blu Ray movie playback will NOT work.

Hope this helps.

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How do you connect your ps3 to your lcd computer monitor to play games?

Q. I would like to play ps3 games in full hd but I don't have enough money to cough up for a new hdtv. I have a VH242H Asus LCD monitor(24 inches). Do you need an hdmi to dvi cable? or can you connect it using hdmi directly since my monitor has an hdmi port. How do acquire audio?

A. you can use a HDMI cable to your computer. Once it starts up it should automatically reset the settings, or you can go to the settings to adjust them.

Audio will be set up after you have done the video settings on your PS3 (like right after so they arn't seperate) or they should automatically be done.

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how do I play ps3 on a computer monitor?

Q. I have an lcd computer monitor which I would like to play ps3 on. I need to know what I need(names please!!) and how to set it all up, including sound. However, my ps3 does not have an hdmi cable, It runs on vga and I only have 1 slot on the monitor for vga, which is used by my computer! :z
thanks for your help
no rude answers please!

A. lol no rude answers!
ill give you rude answers, you ****
lol jkin emmmmmmm....
ps3 must have a hdmi slot if you mean you dont have a cable buy any cheap 1 and a vga to hdmi converter thingy that should do it. everything will work .
my ps3 online is= Ops_Killa_irq

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What LCD Monitor Should I Get Samsung or LG?

Q. I'm planning to buy a LCD monitor because my monitor always adjust it self in smaller size.I use my computer for a long time,a monitor that is for gaming and work, I have a NVIDIA Video Card 8500 series 512mb, I want a very sharp and very high in color, doesn't auto-adjust. So what LCD monitor should I buy LG or Samsung?

A. Going thru ur reqs i advise you to go 4 Samsung

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How do I setup a LCD Monitor from my VGA connection?

Q. I have a laptop that has a VGA out on the back. I was wondering if I could get the small display of my laptop onto the 20 inch LCD monitor I bought recently. If so what will I need and need to do to get it to display properly on the 20 inch?

A. Depends on the monitor. If it has a D-sub then it can go in the regular outlet. The other type of connection is a DVI, although a fair amount of LCDs still have D-Sub connection. If it is a DVI, you will need an adapter like this:
http://www.partstore.com/ProductDetail.aspx?ProductSKU=2450834&s=sspro

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Is there a light gun that works with mame and a LCD projector?

Q.

A. Nope, You need a certain type of monitor for the light gun to work.

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help planing out mame cabinet.?

Q. im new to building my own arcade cabinet. are there any tips that anyone wishes to share to a bignner? like where to shop? safty precautions? or how much money and time and space it could take up?

A. I am assuming you are building from scratch. Best advice is plan, measure twice, cut once, Use quality controls, and Take Your Time.

Let me start off by saying the end product is what every thing is based on:

Money:
The wood: What you use to make the cabinet needs to be sturdy and one side finished for a good look. (I have used HDO plywood in the past very good product http://www.freemansupply.com/HDOFirPlywood.htm)
The computer: It needs to be fast enough to run the games you wish to play. You can go overboard here and just buy to fast of a cpu that you just didn't need. Remember hard drive space.
The monitor: This can very also. Mainly 3 types to use. 1 a CRT type like the original arcade games used. 2 a flat screen plasma or lcd TV/Monitor. and 3 a regular TV 20+ inch. (Note that orientation is a factor also for the install and overall size.)
The controls: You will need to know how many buttons, joysticks, rollers, spinners, ect you will need for the games you will have loaded. The control panel is what I always built my Cabinets around. I determined How many player and the needed controls and placement. Made a mock up with cardboard to see the size and function ability of the controls. Knowing this size allowed me to know how wide the cabinet would be and then the size of the monitor. Also it showed what king of hardware I needed to connect the controllers to the computer.
The Hardware: You will need wire and at least one ipac/jpac. I always added two fans, a power strip, lighting, speakers, wireless keyboard and mouse.
Cost: from scratch can run from as low as $800 to over $2000 from my experience.

Time:
As stated before TAKE YOUR TIME! plan, plan, plan. I never finished one on a set time schedules, but did make goal points.
1 acquire the computer, hardware, and controls.
2 while still acquiring parts,start design as mock build ups.
3 acquire the wood and other materials to assemble the cabinet.
4 build the cabinet.
5 build the control panel.
6 install the monitor.
7 install the wiring
8 Install the CPU
Not really that easy but generally the order.

Space?: To build? I use an 8x10 Shed. Cabinet size, I've only made one monster that was almost 4foot wide and deep. I built one that was a sit down that was two parts and they pinned together and took up about 3.5 wide and 7 foot long. But most are gust over 2 foot wide and just under 3 foot deep. All sizes are footprint size, control panels not added.

Here is a great resource sight for a lot of you needs when building. http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php?board=1

More reading:
http://arcadecontrols.com/arcade.htm
http://www.dave-gallagher.net/arcade/porn/page17.htm
http://web.tampabay.rr.com/arcade/
http://blog.makezine.com/archive/2006/10/mame_cabinet_build_photos.html
http://thydzik.com/mamecab/

Now the Meat and Taters:
http://www.happcontrols.com/index.html?http://www.happcontrols.com/pushbuttons/5891xxl.htm!
http://www.ultimarc.com/
http://groovygamegear.com/webstore/index.php?main_page=index
http://midwestgames.stores.yahoo.net/
http://www.hagstromelectronics.com/
http://www.ozstick.com.au/
http://www.thrustvector.com/products.html
http://www.conntrol.com/default.html
http://www.mikesarcade.com/cgi-bin/store.pl
http://www.arcadeshop.com/parts.htm#Monitors
http://www.twobits.com/parts/
http://www.quarterarcade.com/Default.aspx
http://www.highway.net.au/parts/wiring.html
http://www.thebuttkicker.com/
http://www.elektronforge.com/parts.htm
http://stores.ebay.com/TWISTEDQUARTER
http://www.t-molding.com/store/home.php
http://www.directron.com/mods.html
http://www.svideo.com/displayvideo.html


And lastly a good tip is use a front end program such as GameEX http://www.gameex.net/ and use mame32 version. It makes for a clean install and easy for anyone to find a game and plat, very programmable.


Congrats on on your build, take your time and have fun.

Yahoo questions closed about MAME Cabinets http://answers.yahoo.com/search/search_result;_ylt=AoNzY_JsDy56jbDPJsJm_OQnzKIX;_ylv=3?ps=2&p=mame+cabinet&pn=&scope=&mc=&fltr=_en&tab=1&asktime=&save_search=1&st=1

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What is the difference between an LCD Monitor and an LCD TV?

Q. Why are LCD Monitors cheaper than LCD TVs? Both receive and process digital information so why the big price difference? Is it the resolution and clarity? Or is it just a rip off the industry doesn't want you to know about?

A. Those LCD panel for Monitor use is design main for text display. LCD display panel for tv use is design for image/picture. is not the same panel, some technical difference ! A low end standard LCD monitor price can be cheap, but a good monitor should be cost more than LCD tv ( compare to same size screen ). For TV..LCD display + tuner RF > IF> colour decode > Audio RF>IF> ..... Total many other parts and circuit design . Monitor need good Resolution LCD panel + VIDEOS display circuit , because of resolution ,LCD Display panel price always high,or even very high ! ( unless ,some cheap monitor use bad resolution panel ). maybe make is more sample for this... F1 engine and WRX sport saloon car engine, is engine, but difference design because of difference NEED !

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Should I get an LCD monitor without a tv tuner or an LCD TV with tuner?

Q. Should I get an LCD monitor without a tv tuner or an LCD TV with tuner? I'm thinking about getting a 30-32" screen for my computer that I will use a lot (and mostly for computing purposes and probably watching Blu-Ray and Netflix on). It seems like LCD monitors without tuners that are 30" are significantly more expensive than LCD TV's. Why is that?

Which should I get?

A. I would suggest getting one without, and buying a tuner for your computer. Only 70 bucks at best buy and you can get a even better monitor without the tuner. It sounds like you are getting a TV that doubles as a Computer Monitor which in most cases is not good. A true monitor will give you the best quality compared to a tv with Monitor Capabilities. Also you can hook up your Cable to the TV tuner and DVR shows, and save yourself some money but not having a dvr from the cable company if you have one already. Go Single Monitor Only, you will be much happier, and buy the tuner separate. Link below for Tuner Cost. I am sure there are cheaper out there but this is the one I use and it has been great.

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Why does my lcd monitor blank out after a while?

Q. I have a philips LCD monitor which is 4 years old.When I am using my pc it suddenly goes blank and stops working.Sometimes this happens after 2 hours,sometimes after 15 minutes.
On certain occasions it shows me a message "change display to 1280 x 1024 (60Hz).I have tried that but it had no effect.How do I determine what the problem is?
Note:Sometimes the display comes back on after a second or two and it continues to work like nothing happened.

A. Assuming you've already checked your operating system's screensaver settings, and made sure there aren't any power-saving settings enabled on the monitor's hardware itself, it could be because there's a subtle incompatibility between your video card, video driver, and the monitor itself.

If you're running Windows, remove all the video and monitor references from the Device Manager and reboot to let Windows rediscover and refresh the setup.

If it only detects your monitor as "Generic LCD monitor" or some such, and the problem is still occurring, you may want to check the internet to see if there's a specific driver for that monitor. In addition, look the model of monitor up, find out its hardware resolution, and set your Windows desktop resolution to the same numbers. Also make sure that your video card supports that particular resolution - some of the older cards don't work all that well with widescreen LCDs.

To get around that problem a bit, make sure you are running the very latest video drivers for your video card.

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Do I need a computer to watch TV on a LCD monitor?

Q. I'm planning to buy a LCD monitor for mainly to watch TV. Do i need a computer to watch tv with a TV tuner or can I just hook the cable straight to the monitor?

A. No you dont need a computer...but you will definitely need an External Tv Tuner Card...it costs about INR 1000 in india..Plus you will get a remote control with it...So u can use ur LCD Monitor as a normal television set..
and yes U can not directly hook the Cable with the Monitor

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What is the best Mac,HD camera and LCD and HDTV displays for video editing?

Q. I need advice on a good Mac configuration for HD video editing and animation. Money is no factor but it doesn't have to be the most expensive stuff, I just need it to be powerful so I don't have to buy a new one for a few years. I also need advice on 2 good displays for editing (I suppose a wide DELL model monitor and a wide HD video editing display) and a couple of good HD cameras.

A. In regards to your question about HD cameras, I'd like to recommend you look at Panasonic cameras. I use the HVX-200A, which is an incredibly versatile camera. It shoots HD footage to P2 memory cards, which allows for quick ingestion into your NLE. You can also check out the Panasonic HMC 140 or the HMC 150. They are cheaper than the HVX and shoot HD to SD cards, rather than P2 cards. You can read the following articles which discuss my first impressions with the HVX

http://blog.parcentertainment.com/2007/09/first-impressions-of-the-panasonic-hvx200/

http://blog.parcentertainment.com/2008/01/hvx-200-some-considerations/

http://twitter.com/ParcHDVideo

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What is the biggest consumer level CRT monitor that was made (screen size, make,model)?

Q. I wanted a monitor for video editing, but I cannot afford the latest and greatest LCD technology.
I will amend or expand the question and allow for professional level monitors also.

A. Sony got the Trinitron line up to 24" before they stopped making them.
Model GDM-FW9012 is an example.

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New computer question about hardware (specs included)?

Q. Alright, so all I will be using my computer for is to browse the internet, (Facebook, YouTube, pretty much small time browsing.) downloading music for iTunes, very minimal video editing, (Windows Movie Maker, thats all I know how to do LOL) etc. Nothing too intense EXCEPT for gaming. Now I do have an Xbox 360 for about 85% of my gaming. Keep in mind that I am a 14 year old boy, so besides school, Hanging out with friends, and girls, this is a big chunk of my life. The only computer games I will ever play is The Sims 3 and Civilization 5 based games. Any RTS. (real time strategy.) I will never buy anything like Call of Duty or Assassins Creed for my PC. So this is what I want or Christmas, a nice computer that will meet my needs. I will also tell you all that we are not rich, or anywhere near to it. I live in the United States of America, and the economy is pretty rough, I am not ashamed to say this because this is who I am. The Computer is 1200.
Processor and Memory:
Intel® Core™ i5-650 Processor
3.20GHz 512KB L2 cache + 4MB Shared L3 cache
Intel® H57 PCH chipset
8GB PC3-10600 DDR3 SDRAM memory (4 x 2GB for ultimate performance) (expandable to 16GB)
Hard Drive and Multimedia Drives:
1TB (7200RPM) SATA hard drive
Blu-ray player & SuperMulti DVD burner with LightScribe Technology
Write: 16x max DVD±R, 4x max DVD±R DL, 8x max DVD+RW, 6x max DVD-RW, 5x max DVD-RAM, 40x max CD-R, 24x max CD-RW Read: 8x max BD-ROM, 16x max DVD-ROM, 40x max CD-ROM
Audio, Video and Graphics:
ATI Radeon™ HD 5450 Series Graphics with 512MB DDR3 dedicated graphics memory, DVI and HDMI capabilities and support for Blu-ray and Microsoft® DirectX®
High Definition Audio with up to 7.1 surround sound capabilities
Connectivity:
10/100/1000Base-T network interface
Wireless LAN 802.11b/g/n
Ports/Slots:
3 PCI Express x1 (3 available)
1 PCI Express x16 (occupied)
2 external 5.25" expansion bays (1 available)
1 external 3.5" expansion bay (1 available)
2 internal 3.5" expansion bays (1 available)
Front panel 15-in-1 memory card reader: supports SmartMedia, xD, MultiMedia Card, Secure Digital (SD), Mini Secure Digital, Compact Flash I, Compact Flash II, IBM Microdrive, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick Pro Duo, RSMMC, MMC Mobile, MMC+
6 USB 2.0 ports (back)
3 USB 2.0 ports (front)
1 FireWire® (IEEE 1394) port (back)
Headphone; microphone (front)
Optical audio out; LAN; microphone/line-in/line-out; rear speaker-out; side speaker out; center (subwoofer)
DVI and HDMI available on the graphics card
Keyboard, Mouse and Monitor:
HP USB keyboard and optical mouse
HP 2710m 27" diagonal full HD LCD monitor
Operating System:
Genuine Windows® 7 Home Premium 64-bit
Additional Software and Information:
HP MediaSmart Software Suite
Cyberlink DVD Suite Premium
Microsoft® Office Home and Student Edition 2007 60-day trial version
Microsoft® Works 9.0 (includes a word processor, spreadsheet, database and calendar)
HP Total Care Advisor
Norton Internet Security 2010 (60 days of complimentary live updates)

anyways, my only concern is that the processor is not enough. Its a Dual core with 4 Threads. what does threads mean?
http://www.samsclub.com/sams/shop/product.jsp?productId=prod1490098&navAction=push

there is the link to the computer right there, its an hp

A. The computer (including the processor) is more than you need for what you want to do, and enough for more serious gaming and more serious video editing, so it should at least last you through high school.

Merry Christmas and enjoy your new computer.

(BTW, DO NOT enable Norton. Download Avast http://www.avast.com/eng/download-avast-home.html and use it as your anti-virus. It's free, much faster than Norton and - unlike Norton - it actually works.)

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Gaming computer advice?

Q. System Base Price: £ 1082.50
Thermaltake Element 'V' Gaming Chassis [upg £ 42.50]
950W X-Power Desktop Power Supply
ASUS P8P67 LE Mainboard - Intel 2nd Generation Core™ i - LGA 1155 / ATX
Intel® 2nd Generation Core™ i7-2600K Processor (8M Cache, 3.40 GHz) - LGA1155
CoolIT ECO Advanced Liquid Cooling for your CPU [upg £ 25.21]
Your choice of an Intel SB-i5/i7 professionally overclocked up to 4.8GHz
8GB DDR3 1600MHz Memory (2x4GB*** )
1280MB NVIDIA Geforce GTX570 Graphics Accelerator
22" Iiyama LCD Monitor - Full HD 1920x1080, HDMI - DVI [upg £ 105.00]
2TB SATA 3Gb/s 5400rpm 32MB Cache Hard Drive - Samsung F2
Blu-Ray Combo Optical Drive (12x BD-R Read, 16x DVD Writer)
7.1 High Definition onboard sound card - for 8 Channel Cinema sound
Microsoft® Windows® 7 Home Premium pre-installed
Free Microsoft® Office 2010 Starter Edition (pre-installed OS required)
Free Cyberlink Video Editing Suite - 7 titles (oem) (pre-installed OS required)
BullGuard Internet Security 2011 - 1 Year - 3 Users - AntiVirus/Firewall/Backup/Spamfilter [upg £ 10.00]
2x IEEE1394 Firewire (onboard)
Cherry Deluxe Keyboard & Optical Mouse (Corded) - Black [upg £ 8.33]
Free 3 Years Gold Warranty - inc 3 Months Free Collect & Return


What do you think?

A. >Excellent computer. Just realize now that with Home Premium edition, you are maxed out on the gigabytes of RAM you can have, even if you have more slots on the motherboard. Home Premium 64 bit can only access up to 8 gigs of RAM, that is the only condition I see you might want to consider. But other than that, looks zuper to me.

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How much could i get for my 20inch monitor?

Q. http://reviews.cnet.com/lcd-monitors/samsung-2053bw-20-inch/4505-3174_7-32896215.html

i bought it for 180 and its only a year old how much on ebay can i get on Ebay, its in perfect condition

A. give us more info please, monitor type (lcd, plasma, crt), aspect ratio, contrast ratio, manifacturer etc.

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How do I determine my maximum resolution?

Q. I'm thinking about getting a new LCD monitor. I'm hoping that my onboard graphics card will be able to support the 1920 X 1080 resolution. How do I find out my graphics card maximum resolution? or for that matter ANY info about my onboard graphics??

A. http://download.cnet.com/GPU-Z/3000-2094_4-10788513.html

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what is the best camera to buy under $600 for the thanks giving 2010?

Q. I am planning to buy a camera for this thanks giving. My budget is between $500-$600. Can any one suggest me a good camera? I am not sure, should I need to buy a SLR camera or Digital. I don' have much experience but, I want to learn more. Please suggest a good & the best camera and the brand. My advance thanks.

A. you can consider Nikon D5000 12.3MP Dx Digital SLR camera
* 12.3-megapixel DX-format CMOS image sensor
* D-Movie Mode with sound; record 720p HD movie clips
* Vari-angle color 2.7-inch LCD monitor; one-button Live View
http://www.amazon.com/Nikon-D5000-18-55mm-3-5-5-6G-Vari-angle/dp/B00267S7TQ/?tag=ya-ans-camera-20
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/615725-REG/Nikon_25454_D5000_Digital_SLR_Camera.html/BI/6846/KBID/7390
http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?ff3=4&pub=5574865779&toolid=10001&campid=5336440665&customid=nktprk&mpre=http%3a%2f%2fshop.ebay.com%2fi.html%3f_nkw%3dnikon%2bd5000%26_sacat%3d0%26_odkw%3dcanon%2b50d%2bcamera%26_osacat%3d0%26bkBtn%3d%26_trksid%3dp3286.m270.l1313

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What is the best monitor for photo editing under $400 ?

Q. LCD or LED monitors? What brands are the most successful among other photographers.

A. Any monitor that is routinely AND properly calibrated (at least once a month, or more often) with a good calibrator is better than a $1,500 monitor that is not calibrated.

At the >$400 range, almost anything will suit your purposes.

For a monitor calibrator, I use a DataColor Spyder3 Elite...but there are other good brands as well.


On of my favorite editing monitors is a Peachtree CRT. It is a generic Sony Trinitron and the colors are flawless. For LCD's, I am using Dell's.

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What source should I consult to find out why my computer does not function with my new LCD monitor?

Q. I have a Quicksilver G4 mac (using OSX 10.3.9) that has a Nvidia GeForce2 MX graphics card. I recently purchased a Samsung 204B LCD monitor It has both VGA and DVI inputs and offers the ability to rotate the screen from landscape to portrait mode.
I can use the DVI input and the rotate feature on my new macbook (intel 950 graphics card) (using OS X 10.4.3) but not on the older G4. Only the VGA input works.
Is this a graphics card issue? Can it be tweaked? Who should I ask? How can I tell if another card will support the features?

A. Try lowering your screen resolution to 640X480 (256 Color)

That should activate it to default detection mode.
It Usually happens when the Video card is set to a Non-Standard Refresh rate. Or Set to a resolution the LCD can't handle.

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What cables do I need to connect a Mac laptop to an LG W2343T-PF 23-Inch Class Widescreen LCD Monitor?

Q. I just bought an LG W2343T-PF 23-Inch Class Widescreen LCD Monitor and I want to be able to connect it to my Apple laptop so I have a larger screen. What cables do I need to purchase to make that happen?

A. go to your local tech store like best buy and you can find converters to most plugs there.

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Should I get an Widescreen LCD monitor for my computer?

Q. I use my home computer for surfing the Internet and playing games. I don't watch movies on my computer. I see that most of the LCD monitors on the market are wide screens. Is there any reason that I should get a wide screen monitor for my home computer? What are the any advantages to getting a wide screen monitor besides watching movies?
Thanks for your help.

A. I think you should just get a normal screen if you're only using it for internet and playing games. I got myself a widescreen Samsung SyncMaster 940NM, and I only use it for surfing and chatting. It distorts the photos that I'm viewing. I look fatter in my photos and it frustrates me.

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How do I know if my older PC would support a widescreen monitor?

Q. My PC - a Compaq Presario s3100nx - is about 7 years old. Would like to buy a new LCD monitor. Most on the market are widescreen.

How do I know if my older PC will support a widescreen LCD?

A. from my experience yes it will

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I'm 15 and want to build a good gaming pc how much money will I need I'm on a low buget and what do I need ?

Q.

A. If you want to play games such as Skyrim, Battlefield 3 or Modern Warfare 3; you'll need at least 1GB of Video Memory on a GTX560Ti+ or HD6950+.

Computer games are very graphic in nature, if your system is not capable in running adequately, then what is the point in having a computer with no ability to do so. There is no point in buying or building a system that can only handle minimum specification. 256MB of Video Memory (VRAM) is an absolute joke. It might have well been good about 8 years ago, but in 2011, almost 2012; the standard bench mark VRAM is 1GB and seeing how most high end video cards such as the GTX590 or the HD6990, both of which have a minimum of 3GB+ with the HD6990 with 4GB of VRAM.

The Plus (+) signifies the minimum benchmark for a videocard to handle the resolutions of 1920x1200 with 50 to 70 fps on HIGH settings only. This is dependent on a number of things, such as CPU, RAM, Hard Drive (7200RPM+ or SSD or VelociRaptor) and so forth.

If you are on a budget, get a job and get the finances for it. PCs are more expensive to maintain than Consoles, this is the unfortunately reality.

A Custom PC should cost at least on minimum about $1000+

E.g. i5-2500K or i7-2600K on a Z68 or P67 Motherboard with or without an aftermarket cooler for the CPU to replace the stock CPU cooler. K-series signifies that it can be overclocked, whereas those without the K at the end can not be overclocked as much.

8GB of DDR3 10666 (1333Mhz) Memory
120GB or 256GB SSD or a 300GB+ VelociRaptor with Sata3 and a secondary drive for storage either between a 1TB up to 3TB drive
1GB GTX560Ti+ or 1GB/2GB HD6950+
Computer Case without a PSU
Branded 650W+ PSU for GTX560Ti or HD6950, if you intend to run a GTX580/590 or HD6990, then you need at least a branded 850W. Stay away from generic PSUs that cost around $50, as they are rubbish and do more damage than you can possibly realise. Look for a PSU that has a 80 Plus certification on it.


22 or 24" LCD/LED Monitor

Or you can just save up more money along with a steady job to go and build yourself an Intel 6-core LGA2011 system.

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Need help on my future and first gaming build?

Q. NOTE : I will build it the moment all the components are available.

I don't have any tools for MODDING and local stores here literally charge 10% more.

MOST OF THE RELEASED COMPONENTS ARE LISTED FROM : flipkart.com (BEST online retailer) , theitdepot.com and junglee.com (Amazon of India)

I don't want to upgrade it atleast for 2-3 years. I live in Mumbai,India and my room is VERY HOT and humid. I do have an AC, but who can fulfill that BILL ? :P
BUDGET : $2500 to $3000
Specs with REASONS :
CPU : Intel i7 4770k (Because Flight Simulator X uses more of processor) (Yep, Thats a Haswell)
GPU : Nvidia GTX 780 ( I have many PHSYX and nvidia optimised games ) (Thats a 780 not a 680 ) (Probably a Zotac 2 GB GTX 780)
GPU 2 (Phsyx Processor) (Optional) : Yet to be chosen... (Any suggestions?) (lowest possible which supports SLI and PHSYX)
Motherboard : ASRock Z87 Extreme 6 Motherboard ( Good and affordable ) (Yep, that is a Z87 (for haswell) motherboard, just same as Z77 Extreme6)
RAM : G.Skill TridentX DDR3 8 GB (2 x 4 GB) PC RAM (F3-2400C10D-8GTX) (Good for Video making, gaming and has a good speed :D )
RAM Cooler : G.skill Turbulence II FTB-3500C5-D Memory Cooling Fan (I want my PC to be as cool as possible)
PSU : Corsair Modular TX850M 850 Watts PSU (Comments?)
CPU Cooler : Corsair H100i (Fits in my Cabinet and I will overclock)
Case Fan : Cooler Master 90 CFM Blue LED Cooler ( Best performance in my opinion for the price )
Optical Disk Drive : Samsung SH-224BB DVD Burner Internal Optical Drive (Couldn't afford any more and its the best I can get)
Hard Disk Drive : WD Caviar Blue 500 GB Desktop Internal Hard Drive (WD5000AAKX) (I don't deal with any movies and just 10-13 2011-2012 games. I currenlt have this and it can fit in my data even with something like 200 GB left.)
Solid State Drive : Samsung 840 Series 120 GB SSD Internal Hard Drive (MZ-7TD120BW) (840 Pro is too costly and is out of stock on flipkart)
Monitor : Dell S2240L 21.5 inch LED Backlit LCD Monitor (Black) (I'm adapted to 21.5 inch and I don't want any more features)
Wifi-Card : TP-LINK TL-WN751ND 150Mbps Wireless N PCI Network Nic (all others out of stock and its the same speed as my TP Link router ?)
Case : Corsair Graphite Series Special Edition White 600T Mid-Tower Case (CC600T) (Has best features and can fit H100i and its affordable too.)
Keyboard : Tt eSPORTS Challenger Gaming Keyboard (Black, For PC) (Love the fan and lights)
Mouse : Any gaming mouse under $50 (I will try to buy locally)
Don't worry about the software.. I will handle it (P.S : I'm a MSDN Member)
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I will use it for :
Ultra-res gaming
Heavy programming, specially Visual Studio 2012
VirtualDJ
Photoshop
FRAPS to record gameplay
Of course, youtubing
Video Editing (Medium)
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Games I will play :
ALL GAMES WILL RUN IN ULTRA HIGH RES at 1080p
Flight Simulator X (FSX)
COD (Full series)
Assasins Creed (again full series)
Batman : Arkham Asylum
F1 2012
Dirt 3
NFS (Full series)
GTA (Full series)
Metro (full series)
Quantrum Of Solace
Fuel
Driver (Full series)
Minecraft (Ultra high with heavy texture pack and also I'm a REDSTONE GOD (means LAG) )
@Anthony : That is pure SPAM.

A. Dude just go on CyberPowerPc.com and order a PC from then. Not only are their computers great but you can mod it on their website and theyll assemble it to your liking

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Is there a remote control that I can use to focus and shoot video with my Canon 7D?

Q. Im looking into buying a 14' Camera crane, and there is HD LCD monitor that will come equipped and I need to find a remote control that will focus and zoom and what not for the Canon 7D to make things more efficient.

Is there such a thing?

A. They do make a remote you can sart and stop recording with. No, they do not make a remote for focus and zoom. for that you would have to buy an electronic follow focus and zoom.

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Is the canon t3i good for making films or should I get the 60d?

Q. I want to shoot music videos documentaries and short films and it seems like the t3i is good for this but some tell me to get the 60d or 7d the 7d is way out of my budget. Should I stick with the t3i or get the 60d

A. It is true that the 60d is almost double the price of the t3i. So i suggest you go for the t3i. It has a number of enhanced features which make it an excellent choice for shooting videos. Some of its video capturing features are:

1. 8.0 MP CMOS sensor and DIGIC 4 Image Processor for high image quality and speed
2. ISO 100 - 6400 for shooting from bright to dim light
3. Vari-angle 3.0-inch Clear View LCD monitor (3:2) for shooting at high or low angles and 4. 1,040,000-dot VGA with reflection reduction
5. Video Snapshot features for enhanced video shooting options

http://www.amazon.com/Canon-T3i-Processor-Full-HD-Digital/dp/B004J3V90Y/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1331235156&sr=1-1&tag=faumioe-20

Read this review from an actual user comparing the t3i and 60d. It will help you make your decision:

http://www.amazon.com/review/R5O3RQJXIOBDC/ref=cm_cr_pr_perm?ie=UTF8&ASIN=B004J3V90Y&nodeID=&linkCode=&tag=faumioe-20

Best price for the 60d if you still want to look at it:

http://www.amazon.com/Canon-60D-3-0-Inch-18-200mm-Standard/dp/B0049WJWJ0/ref=sr_1_3?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1331235441&sr=1-3&tag=faumioe-20

Hope this helps.

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What source should I consult to find out why my computer does not function with my new LCD monitor?

Q. I have a Quicksilver G4 mac (using OSX 10.3.9) that has a Nvidia GeForce2 MX graphics card. I recently purchased a Samsung 204B LCD monitor It has both VGA and DVI inputs and offers the ability to rotate the screen from landscape to portrait mode.
I can use the DVI input and the rotate feature on my new macbook (intel 950 graphics card) (using OS X 10.4.3) but not on the older G4. Only the VGA input works.
Is this a graphics card issue? Can it be tweaked? Who should I ask? How can I tell if another card will support the features?

A. Try lowering your screen resolution to 640X480 (256 Color)

That should activate it to default detection mode.
It Usually happens when the Video card is set to a Non-Standard Refresh rate. Or Set to a resolution the LCD can't handle.

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What graphics card do I use for a 1920 by 1200 resolution LCD monitor?

Q. I am not very familiar with the relationship between monitors and graphics cards (since i do not have a graphics card). I need help in getting the right kind of graphics card that would successfully support a samsung LCD monitor (1920 by 1200). If it helps, I have Windows XP.
Can I use nvidia?
Please help me out!

A. Almost any graphics card you get today will support that resolution.

I would recommend getting one with a DVI connection, if your monitor supports DVI-D, as this will give a better picture.


The difference in all the video chipsets out there is the difference in the level of graphics acceleration. Useful for gaming or if you do tasks that use a lot of graphics horsepower like 3D modeling.

If that is not a problem to you then get one at the price point you feel comfortable with. If you are going to run Vista more graphics memory is possibility more important than more acceleration.

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What monitors should i use for my 3 monitor setup?

Q. I would like to have one 3d monitor in the center and 2 regular monitors on the sides. I prefer the 3d monitor to have 2 HDMI inputs of one HDMI and one dvi. i would also like all of the monitors to be 27 inches and have the same refresh rate.Preferably from the same brand but that is irrelevant. my budget is 900 at max. if you would be kind enough to leave links to your suggestions i would appreciate it very much. Thank you! have a nice day!:)
you mean bezel? and no i was asking for actuall sughestions

A. First one is only 3D monitor that size for under $300 that Google and Amazon list:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16824236304&nm_mc=KNC-GoogleAdwords&cm_mmc=KNC-GoogleAdwords-_-pla-_-LCD+Monitors-_-N82E16824236304&gclid=CPyVzYuwnLkCFUfZQgodklYAtA
http://www.amazon.com/Dell-927M9-IPS-LED-27-Inch-LED-lit-Monitor/dp/tech-data/B009H0XQPA/ref=de_a_smtd
http://www.amazon.com/ViewSonic-VX2703MH-LED-27-Inch-LED-Lit-Monitor/dp/B008A3KFB8/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1377564040&sr=8-5&keywords=27+inch+monitor+3d

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is it still possible to use 3d on a crt monitor?

Q. so i have nowhere near enough money to get a 3D lcd monitor. but i have a really nice crt (cm1997pf) monitor. is there any way i can get it to run 3d?

A. The crt monitor should be able to display any VGA signal from your computer, so it isn't really much worse than an LCD.

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What's the cheapest graphics card I can get that can run maximum game settings?

Q. My current set up is a intel quadcore processor,an ATI radeon 4350 graphics card, a 500gb hard drive, running windows 7 professional with 4gb's of RAM, and my
Monitor is my LCD tv screen that is 32",720p. And any other recommendations for things that could upgrade or make my computer faster and better for a decent price would be greatly appreciated.

A. well Alex, I am just gonna assume that what you meant was the lowest priced GPU that could run all games on max settings on 1080p.

With that in mind, then the GPU that you can get is the GTX 560 ti, like this one:

MSI N560GTX-TI Twin Frozr II/OC GeForce GTX 560 Ti (Fermi) 1GB 256-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 2.0 x16 HDCP Ready SLI Support Video Card - $235 ($205 after rebate)

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814127565

The GTX 560 ti is the lowest card that can play BF3 on max settings on 1080p with ave FPS of 31.8:

http://bf3nation.com/2011/10/battlefield-3-graphic-card-benchmarks-from-580570-gtx-to-radeon-hd-69706900/

BTW, If whenever you have decided to purchase this card, just make sure that your PSU would be ideal to support it. The GTX 560 ti requires 500w or greater BUT the ideal PSU would be a 600w branded PSU (corsair,antec,seasonic,OCZ).

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What do you guys think of kindles?

Q. How much are they? Are they worth the buy? There's a lot of different brands, which is the best one? How much do you have to pay for books once you own a kindle? I saw one at Barnes & Noble and am very interested. Thank you!

A. Kindle is a specific ereader by Amazon. Barnes & Nobel's ereaders go by the name Nook.

Ebooks are priced similar at both stores and average around $10, usually a bit less than physical books.

Buy a Kindle or Nook Touch if you're most interested in long-run reading. Their E Ink Pearl display is much better than Nook Color's LCD (backlit) screen for reading text. Deciding between a Kindle and Nook Touch: Kindle advantages: keyboard, 3G model available, 4G internal memory, Text-To-Speech, MP3 support. Nook Touch advantages: touch screen, less page-turn flashing, EPUB support, SD memory expansion port, library borrowing now (vs later this year for Kindle).

Buy a Nook Color if you're most interested in apps and games and browsing the web. Reading long-run text is as tolerable as it is with a computer monitor, and the Kindle's and Nook Touch's capabilities in the non-reading areas pale in comparison.

[Buy an iPad if you are ok paying a considerable premium and want the best app experience, the best PDF support, the best web browsing experience, and value color support over E Ink Pearl display's book-like reading experience.]

Pricing (2011-07-29):
Nook Color: $250; Nook Touch: $139;
Kindle WiFi ($139); Kindle WiFi WSO ($114); Kindle 3G ($189); Kindle 3G WSO ($139).

1. WiFi or WiFi+3G: Choose WiFi+3G if you wish to download ebooks or browse the web when away from a WiFi hotspot. An ereader with 3G support will be able to connect like a cell phone. Unlike a cell phone, however, there is no monthly fee for Kindle's 3G service. Note, though, that the web browser on Kindle isn't so great. Also, once an ebook is downloaded, neither WiFi nor 3G is needed to read it.

2. Special Offers or not:

Kindle With Special Offers Pros:
* $25 (WiFi) or $50 (3G) less expensive.
* May save more if special offers are purchased.
* Offers have been sweet so far: http://www.amazon.com/gp/help/customer/display.html/ref=hp_navbox_kspot_ksupport?nodeId=200671290
* Ads do not show up in the middle of reading an ebook.
* I've heard only praise from those who buy Kindle WSO.

Kindle With Special Offers Cons:
* May just dislike ads in principle, even outside of reading experience.

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How has computer LCD monitors changed over time?

Q. i need help! pls tell me how has the computer LCD monitors changed and developed over the past years!!!!! a million thx to u all!

A. Yes.

The biggest change has been the drop in price.

TN technology has been a mainstay of LCD panels, but has become faster to respond and the introduction of prismatic layers has improved the viewing angle.

Alternative liquid crystal orientations have improved viewing angles - In-Plane-Switching (IPS) and a variety of vertical alignments and also has better gray scale tracking for luminance and colour. Usually at some level of price, brightness and response time.

Improvements in the scaling algorithms has made the display of non-native resolutions better (but still not especially good)

Improvements in the DLP processor in the monitor have given better uniformity and better response time (by overdriving the pixel for 1 cycle to get the crystals to move faster)

Improvements in the CCFL backlights have made them brighter.

Improvements in the colour dyes have produced better colour ranges.


The breakout of LCD TVs has also meant that prices have dropped and screen sizes have gotten larger as the manufacturers have set up production lines for bigger and bigger pieces of glass.

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What is a good LCD monitor for doing some photo work (hobby not pro) Budget = $400?

Q. Looking for a monitor good for doing photo editing but not anything completely professional. In researching monitors, many mention the gaming, video, text capabilities but not photo. I just want something that will have good color accuracy so that if I print what I see it's fairly the same thing.

A. Wait, maybe your budget is actually $500? Isn't that what you said, $500?

HP LP2475w (24 inch H-IPS panel, 1920 x 1200), $507,

http://www.provantage.com/hewlett-packard-hp-kd911a8-aba~7CMPK0P6.htm

Pantone Huey color calibrator, $65,

http://www.provantage.com/pantone-meu101~7PANT04J.htm

Reviews,

http://www.tftcentral.co.uk/reviews/hp_lp2475w.htm

http://www.trustedreviews.com/monitors/review/2009/03/27/HP-LP2475w---24in-H-IPS-Display/p1

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Should I buy widescreen monitor if the optimal resolution on my current laptop is 1024x768?

Q. I'm using a ThinkPad T41p as my sole computer right now. Would like to get an LCD monitor...either 19" LCD regular (not widescreen) or 20-22" widescreen...trying to decide which to get.

Widescreen monitors seems to be the new standard. However, I'm limited by my laptop video card with optimal resolution is 1024x768. Should I purchase a widescreen monitor and just deal with the flattened stretched out text and images, or will my limited video card never be able to take advantage of the benefits of a widescreen monitor?

From usage perspective: I use Microsoft Office Powerpoint, Excel, Word, and surf the internet all day long. I watch online videos on YouTube. I do not play games, but watch occasional movie.

Thanks for your suggestions!

A. "Optimal Resolution" is a function of the LCD screen, not the video adapter. Go into your graphic settings and see what widescreen resolutions are available. Some common WS resolutions you will see are 1280X720, 1440x900, and 1680x1050 - the last two being the most common in full sized monitors. Setting your color depth to 16 bit will usually allow a wider range of resolution settings, BTW. If any of those resolutions are supported, pick a monitor that matches. You may get additional resolutions settings if you update your graphics driver to the latest version.

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how good are the AOC lcd monitors?is this company good in monitors?

Q. i came to know that AOC provide cheapest lcd monitor in india.
i need 22" monitor in chandigarh.
is this company trustworthy?

A. Obviously I can't vouch for them if they are trustworthy or if they have good customer support. However I have heard about them for some time now even though I have never owned one myself. They seem pretty good from what seen in stores and magazines. I haven't heard anything bad about them.

It's all a matter of preference and brand name. If you don't care about brand names they should be just as good as most of the top names out there but without the high prices of the brand names. If you get a good deal on one I say go for it. Just look for the specs that is the most important. Most monitors should last for years if you take care of them.

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How to tell if a monitor has superb colors or not?

Q. I'm looking into buying a nice LCD monitor, and I'd like to get a monitor with pretty much the best colors, and contrast available. What is there to look for? How do I know if it's near the best?
And can you recommend a great one for me?

Thanks

A. Monitor prices depend on the type, size, and features of the display. For example, the AOC e2243FW, a no-frills model that uses a 22-inch TN panel, costs around $150. It lacks niceties such as USB ports and a height-adjustable stand, but it does use LED backlighting, is ultra thin, and requires very little power. Its performance is fine for most entertainment purposes or for viewing business and productivity apps,

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i say samsung p2770fh
check this out i have the same one and its best .

http://reviews.cnet.com/lcd-monitors/samsung-syncmaster-p2770fh/4507-3174_7-34333963.html?tag=mncolBtm;rnav

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How big of a power supply would I need for my gaming pc build?

Q. This is every single part to my build including the power supply. It's a 500w PSU and I'm not sure if it is enough.

CPU-AMD A6-5400K Trinity 3.6GHz

RAM-G.SKILL 8GB (2 x 4GB) 1600 Mhz

XFX AMD Radeon HD 7750 1GB GDDR5 DVI/HDMI/DisplayPort PCI-Express Video Card FX775AZNP4;FX-775A-ZNP4

Motherboard-MSI FM2-A55M-E33 FM2

HDD-Western Digital WD Blue 250 GB

CM Storm Enforcer - Gaming Mid Tower Computer Case with USB 3.0 Ports (SGC-1000-KWN1)

DVD Drive- Black SATA 24X DVD Burner

Cooler Master eXtreme Power Plus 500w Power Supply (RS500-PCARD3-US)

ASUS VS197D-P 18.5-Inch HD LCD Monitor

Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 64bit (OEM) System Builder DVD 1 Pack

Medialink- 150Mbps Wireless N USB Adapter


Also, I know I did not have to provide all of those parts but I did just in case. If someone could provide me with an answer that would be great. If I am missing anything that is required for the computer please let me know, this will be my first build but I am pretty sure I have everything.

A. Use a power supply calculator like this one:

http://www.extreme.outervision.com/psucalculatorlite.jsp

Vaguely your specs would require a good 400-500W power supply

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Best way to remove adhesive residue from monitor?

Q. When I first bought this monitor (27" LCD) I tried to remove all the annoying stickers carefully, but as much as I tried, there was adhesive left over. I've left it there since, probably over a year by now, because I didn't want to damage the finish or anything else. Does anybody know of an effective way to remove the residue without causing any damage to the monitor?

A. Baby oil on a cloth

Or hairspray (on a cloth)

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i want to bring a 27 inch of tv monitor for my computer in the philippines.i need to pay tax in the philippine?

Q. im planning to buy a 27 inches of lcd tv monitor here in saudi arabia.but im worried when im arrived in the phillipines.i need to pay tax for it?

A. I think forget it! you'll pay tax for that! But if that has it sentimental value why not try to? But buying new monitor here is cheaper than bringing that home!

Welcome home! God Bless!

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What is the best lcd monitor to play your ps3 on it?

Q. I want to know whats is the best quality of lcd monitor so I could play my ps3 on it. I have a plasma tv that I bought in 2003 and I hear that old plasma tv doesn't go with a ps3 because it will break the tv. I want to use the monitor to surf the web,play ps3,watch movies and listen to musics. If possible send me a link.
Thanks in advance

A. you can consider buying Samsung P2250 22-Inch Widescreen Touch of Color LCD Monitor
The ultra-high 50,000:1 Dynamic Contrast ratio of the P2250 creates deeper, more dramatic dark tones and brighter, more striking light tones
http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-P2250-22-Inch-Widescreen-Monitor/dp/B003ARSZ0C/?tag=nktprk-20

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What kind of lcd monitors are suitable for ps3 gaming?

Q. what kind of lcd monitors are suitable for ps3 gaming? just need to make sure it has a dvi or hdmi port right? and make sure it is hdcp compliant right? is the aspect ratio important? what about things like 720p etc
if a monitor supports only 1280x1024 resolution, which is 4:3 (right?), is it still compatible with ps3 gaming?

A. It should be HDCP compliant and ideally have a HDMI input, but DVI will work as well. If it only has VGA input (almost all new monitors now have at least one digital input) then you will need to use a transcoder box.
Many PS3 games are in 16:9 widescreen, so ideally you would want a monitor in that aspect ratio. Any resolution should look fine, but 1920x1080 resolution is needed to fully resolve every pixel in 1080p games. Anything higher than 1920x1080 is unnecessary and may actually degrade picture quality.
Fast response time is an important specification on LCD/LED monitors as well. Ideally, it should be no greater than 5 milliseconds.
LED monitors offer better contrast and color, but are more expensive than conventional LCD monitors.

A SXGA (1280x1024) monitor should be able to play the games, but you will either have letterboxing (black bars at the top and bottom) or a vertically stretched picture. SXGA monitors can display 720p perfectly. Set the aspect ratio of the game to 4:3 or Full if possible. Note that many LCD SXGA monitors are actually 5:4 aspect ratio.

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How to hook up xbox 360 to pc monitor?

Q. Hi, i wish to hook up my Xbox 360 Slim 250 Gb to my acer LCD monitor that is 16:9 1920 x 1080 Full Hd 1080p and im not sure what is means but it has DVI and under it says HDCP.

Please List the parts i need to make this work and will it runs nice clear HD?

A. an HDMI to DVI adapter or cable... and an audio cable

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Why do Desktop computer systems not come with monitors?

Q. Looking through the ads, I notice that most, not all, systems advertised do not come with the monitor included. Why is this when I can buy a laptop of comparable value with, obviously, a monitor attached?

A. Thank you for your question! By asking this question you have helped me understand one big reason why so many people seem to want to buy laptops these days. You see, I run a computer repair business (in MN) and I always come across people that seem to want to buy laptops and I never can understand why. I always find myself advising folks to avoid buying one if at all possible, unless they really NEED the mobility of the laptop. Laptops are problem ridden, and very expensive to repair. First of all, they're more expensive in the up-front cost for a comparable unit (in terms of performance). Of course, the average person has no idea what performance is or looks like on paper when they're buying a computer. Second of all, even if they're comparable in performance, they can't be upgraded as much as a desktop can. You can't buy a new video card for a laptop, for example. Third, if your monitor breaks or motherboard fails, you're really in trouble if you're not under warranty. You're looking at minimum $250-500 to replace a monitor or motherboard on a laptop. And that's just parts, not labor.

To answer your question more directly. Desktop computers don't come with monitors because monitors cost money. If they came with the monitor, the cost of the system would have to be higher, no matter what anyone tells you. The LCD is one of the most expensive parts of a computer system. Also, people like the option to NOT have to buy the screen if they already have one. People also like to be able to choose the size of the screen and not be stuck with some pre-packaged or bundled screen. Also, this helps sales people avoid the question "how much will this cost if I don't need the screen." Then the sales person would be stuck having to say "sorry, it comes with the screen, you 'can't' get it without it." That is something no sales person would ever want to have to say. Ten or fifteen years ago, that's kind of how it was as a matter of fact. But back then, most people were making their first computer purchases and didn't have an "extra" monitor sitting at home.
I hope this gives you some insight into the business! Thanks again for educating me with your little bit of consumer mindset. Now I know why people want laptops so much other than the fact "they're so cute." :P

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How do you modify the magnet effect of the windows 7 taskbar?

Q. I have been on the windows 7 beta for a while, and just recently I decided to start pinning programs to the taskbar.

However, I would like it if the pinned stuff went to the right instead of mixing with my already open stuff (I have a 24 inch Samsung LCD monitor 1920x1200 resolution). I hate having a huge untidy taskbar filled with random pinned stuff AND open programs.

Anyone know what can be done?

A. I don't think that's possible... What is wrong with that, anyway? I didn't find it confusing... I suggest you just separate the programs you use most often from the programs that you use less often.

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We just installed Windows 7 onto our computer and everything on the screen is wide. How to fix?

Q. We have a normal acer wide screen lcd monitor and a gateway computer. The resolution is set on 1280 x 1024. Once we installed Windows 7, everything became wide on the screen. (Pictures and text are stretched and squished). How should I go about fixing this? What should I do to fix it/where should I go on the computer to fix this?
Thank You!!!

A. Delete Windows and install Linux (it's free, legal and simple to use, free download too)
OR
Get a mac, no problems with that, you get what you pay for, and stuff you DON'T pay for can be good too.

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What is the current value of my desktop computer?

Q. I purchased all the parts to this computer in June 2011 (getting close to 2 years ago) except for an additional 2TB hardrive June of 2012 and the Logitech Illuminated keyboard a few months ago. Everything is still in great condition; I just have no need for it anymore and would like to sell it. I am wondering what an estimation of the current value of it would be so that I know what to sell it for? All the components brand new were originally $1060, and now all the same components would cost $999 brand new. Here are the specs/components and their current price ($999 total):

$20--1 x ASUS DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS Black SATA 24X DVD Burner - Bulk - OEM
$67--1 x Logitech 920-000914 Black USB Wired Ultra-thin Illuminated Keyboard
$85--1 x Western Digital WD Black WD5002AALX 500GB 7200 RPM SATA 6.0Gb/s 3.5" Internal Hard Drive -Bare Drive
$135--1 x Asus VE228H 21.5" Full HD HDMI LED BackLight LCD Monitor w/Speakers
$11--1 x IMC FX-087 All-in-one USB 2.0 Card Reader
$105--1 x AMD Phenom II X4 840 3.2GHz Socket AM3 95W Quad-Core Desktop Processor HDX840WFGMBOX
$50--Rosewill CHALLENGER Black Gaming ATX Mid Tower Computer Case, comes with Three Fans-1x Front Blue LED 120mm Fan, 1x Top 140mm Fan, 1x Rear 120mm Fan, option Fans-2x Side 120mm Fan
$61--G.SKILL Ripjaws Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1333 (PC3 10666) Desktop Memory Model F3-10666CL9D-8GBRL
$115--1 x ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 AM3 AMD 880G SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 HDMI ATX AMD Motherboard
$135--GIGABYTE GV-N550OC-1GI GeForce GTX 550 Ti (Fermi) 1GB 192-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 2.0 x16 HDCP Ready SLI Support Video Card
$110--1 x CORSAIR TX Series CMPSU-750TX 750W ATX12V v2.3 SLI Ready CrossFire Ready 80 PLUS BRONZE Certified Active PFC Compatible
$105--1 x Seagate Barracuda Green ST2000DL003 2TB 5900 RPM SATA 6.0Gb/s 3.5" Internal Hard Drive -Bare Drive

Thank you!

A. $300 as a starting point

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Top ten games for my pc between year 2009 to 2012.?

Q. 2 gb ram
asus p5kplam motherboard
win xp sp3
nvidia geforce 8400gs 512 mb
intel dual core e5200 at 2.5 ghz
18.5 inch samsung lcd monitor.
how to make online and offline games fast?

A. battlefield 3
battlefield 3
battlefield 3
battlefield 3
battlefield 3
battlefield 3
battlefield 3
battlefield 3
battlefield 3
battlefield 3

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Does HDMI have the ability to transmit cable TV channels from a tuner or just a single video feed?

Q. I have a DVD recorder that has HDMI output. If I buy a HDMI to DVI adapter can I hook up my DVD recorder to an LCD monitor and be able to use the cable TV tuner or will the HDMI output only send the DVD playback feed.
Hi. Can't figure out how to enter a "reply" on the question so I'll just respond here (yes...it is my first time using Yahoo answers ;) ).

Thanks for the replies guys. Good to hear HDMI is just another output method like coaxial etc.

To clear up the confusion there's just two devices here, a stand alone DVD recorder from Lite-on with an analog TV tuner and HDMI output, and a monitor with a DVI input.

The monitor does have built in speakers but if the audio doesn't travel through the HDMI to DVI adaptor (I'm ordering it from monoprice now that I know it'll work) I'll just use the RCA audio out on the DVD recorder to a mini-system.

Thanks again for the replies!

A. HDMI is just a "bus"; it does not care what goes through.
Yes, you should be able to view both DVD playback and your TV tuner input through HDMI.

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What is the difference between LCD TV and LCD monitor?

Q. I want to purchase a LCD TV/LCD Monitor for my PC. Which should I purchase - LCD TV or LCD monitor. Is LCD TV harmful for eyes as compared to LCD Monitor? Which is the best one LCD TV or LCD Monitor?

A. A LCD MONITOR does not have a built in tuner...

That's the ONLY difference between the same model...

They are great if you know you'll be connected to Satellite or Cable and using their HD Set top boxes for the next 10 - 15 years.

If you're unsure, get the LCD TV.
If it was harmful to the eyes, do you think they would be allowed to sell it?

You can test a LCD TVat this site
http://test-lcd-tv.blogspot.com/


Hope this help,

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How to disassemble a lcd pc monitor to build a projector?

Q. Is there a risk of opening a lcd pc monitor? Are there any guides that explain how to open a lcd pc monitor for this pacific purpose?

A. There are certainly guides on this. It's a fun home project. Here's a step by step guide:

http://www.tomsguide.com/us/supersize-your-tv-for,review-342.html

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What would happen if a connect a higher res lcd monitor to a pc that only output 800x600 res?

Q. I can not change the video card on this kind of computer (Old computer system of a bowling alley that I'm trying to switch to lcds because the crts are becoming too expensive) Is it possible to do that? Will the lcd monitor get damage? Do I need some kind of adapter?

A. LOL, no. Each LCD has a native resolution, but you can certainly use lower resolutions..it will look weird though.

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How much are LCD monitors likely to come down in the next year or so?

Q. I'm planning on buying a second Dell UltraSharp 2407WFP- HC 24" Widescreen Flat Panel LCD Monitor some time in 2008 or early 2009, and was just wondering how much cheaper people think they'll get.

A. that's a long time frame for computers. LCD's have not dropped much in price in the past few years except for the cheap ones. That dell has not really moved in price in quit a while. I looked at one and I think the price has change 50 bucks in 11 months.

don't mean to burst your bubble but I don't think its gonna drop anytime soon. Anything bigger than a 22" is getting into the gamer/professional realm and that's a specific market.

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What are the most popular LCD computer monitor brands?

Q. Hello,

I'm in the market for a 24" widescreen LCD computer monitor and I'd like to know which brands are the most popular brands on the market?

A. Samsung is my personal choice. You also have dell, viewsonic, hp, asus, and LG. I think that covers about all of the most popular brands.

As I said, Samsung tends to put out high quality LCD screens. On top of that, they often have very good product warranties. The offer 36 month warranties on many LCD screens, which is pretty long considering.

In the LCD screen ratings I have read from PCworld magazine, it is usually Samsung that scores the highest, with HP close beind and then LG. I rarely hear anything good about viewsonic or dell.

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How do I get sound from my PS3 connected to my monitor with HDMI cable?

Q. I am hooking up the PS3 to a new LCD monitor using an HDMI cable. The monitor does not have built in speakers but I do have a pair hooked up to the computer. How can I get sound?

A. Go to settings and then display. Set the video to HDMI. Then got to audio setting and set the audio to the standard playstation plug. Now you will need a female RCA to headphone adapter. this is to go from the RCA of the PS3 plug to the sound input of the PC. Now on the PC your volume setting should have a LINE IN this is what controls the PS3 volume. This is the same exact way I have mine setup.

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How can I know if DVI port on LCD monitor is HDCP-compliant?

Q. I'm planning to connect my ps3 to LCD monitor. I have DVI to HDMI cable. How can I know if DVI port in LCD monitor is HDCP compliant?

A. Google up the model name of your LCD monitor and read the specifications on the manufacturer's website.

Or, read your manual

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What type of cable do i need to hook up my macbook air to my TV?

Q. I have a 2010 macbook air, and i have a vizio 22" LCD 1080p hdtv (not sure which model, i lost the box). What type of cable do i need to be able to use this tv as a monitor.

A. You need a mini display port to HDMI converter, then you need an HDMI cable.

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what is the best camera to buy under $600 for the thanks giving 2010?

Q. I am planning to buy a camera for this thanks giving. My budget is between $500-$600. Can any one suggest me a good camera? I am not sure, should I need to buy a SLR camera or Digital. I don' have much experience but, I want to learn more. Please suggest a good & the best camera and the brand. My advance thanks.

A. you can consider Nikon D5000 12.3MP Dx Digital SLR camera
* 12.3-megapixel DX-format CMOS image sensor
* D-Movie Mode with sound; record 720p HD movie clips
* Vari-angle color 2.7-inch LCD monitor; one-button Live View
http://www.amazon.com/Nikon-D5000-18-55mm-3-5-5-6G-Vari-angle/dp/B00267S7TQ/?tag=ya-ans-camera-20
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/615725-REG/Nikon_25454_D5000_Digital_SLR_Camera.html/BI/6846/KBID/7390
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How large is the average arcade monitor?

Q. I'm vying for CRT, but if I can't find one of large enough size (I don't want to drop the money on an actual arcade machine monitor) I'll have to go LCD.

How big should I go, for a one/two person cabinet? I'm thinking 24".

A. I've built my own arcade cabinet and used a 27" Flat Screen Tube TV and used a video card with S-Video Out which is sufficient for arcade games.

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What is the perfect CPU for running a full Mame Setup?

Q. I ordered the wood already cut to build my cabinet, but I want to know what kind of CPU would be the best possible to run mame at full speed and even the larger ones ( Killer Instinct 2, NBA Jam...etc.) Also running all emulator and roms? What kind of monitor is also recommended? I've seen some really good cabinets people have made searching the net, but I want the full Arcade experience.....

A. Let me start by talking about the monitor. The easiest and most widely used monitor is a LCD 20"+. They are easily installed in cabinets, low heat, and great picture. But when installing any screen you are going to mostly play full screen or horizontal scrollers. Playing vertical scrollers or games like PacMan it gives a visual impact I don't care for, (personal opinion). I make specific cabinets for the two types of viewing.

Now for the CPU always the faster the better as far as the newer games. However the the older games will run tooooo fast and you will have to throttle them down. The bad news Games such as KI2, NBA Jam, and CarnEvil use cpus in the cabinets dedicated for them as well as hard drives dedicated to the processing. Also the emulation may not be 100%. Any game you play thru an emulator will be slower and if the emulator then needs to run a bios or CHD you will find everything slower. Also If you use MAME32 or any other windows based emulator is not as good as the command line version of mame. Technology is still moving fast you can go into a computer shop and ask for the fastest processor and even a dual processor, and the motherboard to go with it. I'm buying 500gb and 1tb drives right now and putting them in the games Im making. Video cards are getting better and better, just get one with plenty of onboard ram and that matches up to what ever monitor you decide on. Spend the money on a goo power supply 700w is fine but clean power. You will need to get an Ipac usb converter for the controls. I use Wireless keyboards and mice. I use the TopGun Guns and lightbars. I don't install disk drives, I either network into the games HD or pull it and edit it on another computer.

Okay the cpu I use the most is http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=3476411 I have used this one also great but pricey for no noticeable difference http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=2341239. the mother board http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/searchtools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=2824015&csid=_25 and keep it well ventilated. This is the video Card I have been using lately http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=4042992&Sku=G458-9806. Here is the Ipac http://groovygamegear.com/webstore/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=76&zenid=d432b25398dfe853e859cc1d34c3c2af


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What to look when choosing a gaming monitor?

Q. What should I look in when during a gaming monitor? LCD or LED? 1920x1080 or 1920x1200? what should the contrast ratio be? -5s response time?
Any recommendations from ncix.com?? that is the closest store from where i live.

A. You want the higher resolution, it will look better. 1920X1200 For sure. The rest doesn't really matter, it's the resolution and the size of the screen that's most important. Don't worry about the response time, it is all so fast, that you won't notice a difference. Hope this helps :)

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What's the best type of monitor for gaming? (LCD, LED, Plasma, etc..)?

Q. My monitor right now is terrible, but before I go buying a new monitor I wanted to know what to look for.

I don't know what the difference is between all these monitors. LCD, LED, Plasma, etc..

Which type would be best these days for gaming? I know I at least need to look for refresh rate when buying one, but I don't know which ones have the most vibrant/detailed/HD screen.

A. Led

but check your using a good connector to your graphics card

example if your monitor has a dvi connector white in colour

and your graphics card has a dmi small usb like slot at the back

get a dvi to hdmi connector

it makes the picture on the monitor much nicer

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Need to hook my MacBook Pro to my 27" LCD Monitor?

Q. Hi how or what cable would I use to hook up my brand new MacBook Pro 2011 Fall MacBook Pro 2.3GHz to the following Monitor? What ever is easiest and has the best resolution. THANKS!

Samsung 27" LED Monitor S27A550H 1920x1080 VGA HDMI
5000000:1 Contrast|Fast 2ms Response

A. I don't know much about macbooks. but if you have an "HDMI" port on your mac, go buy an HDMI to HDMI cable; (They have all different lengths, depending on how far your laptop will be from the monitor, you choose the length.) they can range from 2 to 25 dollars about, depending on who you buy them from and what length they are. I recommend buying them from places like wal-mart or target, and avoiding places like radioshack. (Also, this is the easiest way, and best resolution, ranging all the way to 1080p. while VGA is low def, and you have to screw it in.)

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What are organic Light emitting diodes?

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A. Organic light emitting diodes (OLEDs) are electronic devices made by placing a thin film of an electroluminescent organic material between two conductors of different work functions. When an electrical voltage is applied, electrons and holes are injected into the electroluminescent material. When these recombine, light is emitted. Additional thin film layers are usually added for different purposes such as electron and hole transport. The advantages of organic materials derive from the easiness of chemical manipulation to tune the colours and to obtain low-cost processability such as inkjet printing on plastic substrates. OLEDs can be used for large and small area flat panel flexible self-luminous displays in many consumer products.
http://docs.google.com/viewer?a=v&q=cache:N9sRYHGIPhoJ:www.lx.it.pt/~alcacer/TM_Group/OLEDs.pdf+organic+light+emitting+diodes&hl=en&gl=us&pid=bl&srcid=ADGEESjXiSgZ9oDHYe3BiMn_aJccLMPwsDNxvQtZCJDQCxZO7fo6PQoktEvs0FN_tpNGT0_8llrCKtHWpdpFpyfeE3yHXmvV7Da55ZujiNSGPX6jgu7wbcMMumzJO_27gNjKkkmgwwvk&sig=AHIEtbREilLKqgO7sH4HO_hCZ60wKZtipQ&pli=1
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OLEDs are used in television screens, computer monitors, small, portable system screens such as mobile phones and PDAs, watches, advertising, information, and indication. OLEDs are also used in light sources for space illumination and in large-area light-emitting elements. Due to their early stage of development, they typically emit less light per unit area than inorganic solid-state based LED point-light sources.

An OLED display functions without a backlight. Thus, it can display deep black levels and can be thinner and lighter than liquid crystal displays. In low ambient light conditions such as dark rooms, an OLED screen can achieve a higher contrast ratio than an LCD using either cold cathode fluorescent lamps or the more recently developed LED backlight.

There are two main families of OLEDs: those based upon small molecules and those employing polymers. Adding mobile ions to an OLED creates a Light-emitting Electrochemical Cell or LEC, which has a slightly different mode of operation.

OLED displays can use either passive-matrix (PMOLED) or active-matrix addressing schemes. Active-matrix OLEDs (AMOLED) require a thin-film transistor backplane to switch each individual pixel on or off, and can make higher resolution and larger size displays possible.
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Verbatim launches colour tuneable and dimmable OLED lights
13th April 2011
Verbatim's OLEDs can be dimmed, are colour tuneable and are suitable for reading lights . The first commercially viable colour tuneable organic light emitting diodes (OLED) have launched onto the market for use in the general lighting, automotive and airline industries. Verbatim, a data storage and technology developer and subsidiary of Mitsubishi Chemical Group, is behind the new lighting technology. Verbatim claims its VELVE OLEDs emit a soft, glare-free light, which the company suggests are good for reading lights. The lights are also available in different shapes, including squares, rectangles and hexagons.

OLEDs are different from traditional LED lights. OLEDs are solid-state semiconductors that use films of organic molecules thinner than human hair to emit light. LED lights are semiconductors that give off light when a current runs through them. Although energy efficient, they are sometimes criticised for not emitting enough light or for emitting an off-colour light. OLEDs emit brighter light, do not require the use of hazardous chemicals such as mercury, can be dimmed, and they draw less power than standard LEDs.

The VELVE OLEDs have been designed in 14 cm x 14 cm colour and white tone tuneable panels. Users will able to adjust the colours of the lights, giving them the ability to change the lighting to meet the different functions of the space. The company is selling the OLEDs to original equipment manufacturers in the lighting and furniture sectors, but says they are also well suited general lighting application, or for use in vehicles and airplanes.

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How can I watch digital TV on an LCD monitor? (without hooking up a computer to it)?

Q. I have an LCD monitor with HDMI and DVI inputs and I would like to use it as a TV. I would like to connect to antenna and watch the digital broadcast TV after the "transition". I understand I need an external tuner, but what will work after the transition and which is best?

A. A DTV converter is a digital tuner, so the only obstacle you have is finding one with a DVI or HDMI output or buying a VCR with These connections and using the coax connection from the DTV box.

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How can I watch digital TV on an LCD monitor? (without hooking up a computer to it)?

Q. I have an LCD monitor with HDMI and DVI inputs and I would like to use it as a TV. I would like to connect to antenna and watch the digital broadcast TV after the "transition". I understand I need an external tuner, but what will work after the transition and which is best?

A. A TV contains two elements, a tuner and a display. You can buy a digital tuner now which will still work after the changeover. The problem will be with the outputs from the tuner, which are generally in the form of a SCART plug. There are several DVD recorders with HDMI outputs so it might worth checking those out. Some have both analogue and digital tuners.

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