Tft monitor?

[Eugene_Hertoghe]

I've been working the last 2 years on a callibrated CRT monitor from Lacie (19" blue III) and have been very happy with it. But lately I'm having a lot of eye-problems (strain, fatigue) because of it.
So I'm currently looking for a LCD monitor (I've been told that the strain from a LCD monitor is much less). The sharp monitors are not available in Belgium and the Eizo monitors don't fit in my budget.
Today I stumbled by chance in a PC shop (I'm on mac) and discovered the Acer 19" TFT mutimedia AL 1931 (+/- 700 $: 650 euro + tax).
http://www.acer.co.uk/acereuro/page4...&crc=559427788
I was very impressed by the quality (color, contrast, tonal gradation and brightness) of this TFT monitor (700:1 contrast ratio and a brightness of 300 cd/m; whatever that means...).

Is anyone out there using this monitor that can give me some feed-back?

I'm also planning to buy the Eye-one calibrator for the LCD monitor.

In general, what are the technical details we have to watch for when we shop for an LCD monitor?

Thank you for your advice and input.

Eugene

Ps: I also put this thread on the colour management forum

[Laurence_Bartone]

I don't know the intricacies of overseas buying/selling, but I bought my wife a Dell Ultra-sharp 19" for under $500 bucks. it's contrast ratio is over 600:1, incredibly sharp, and OK for photoshop work. Lots of real-estate, I love it, and want TWO for me. Can you get Dell stuff there?

bartone
www.bartone.com

[Eugene_Hertoghe]

Thank you for your input, Barton. But, I went to the shop yesterday with my Powerbook to test this screen with all kinds of different images. I was so overwelmed by the quality that I bought it right away. I have to admit that it performs almost as well as my other CRT screen (if not better).
The controversy (LCD - CRT) makes me think at another controversy (Digital-Film). Those who never have tasted it usually reject it, until they try ...

[Wilhelm_Westergren]

Eugene,
What kind of Powerbook do you have? I'm asking as mine is on its way and I would also like to get an external monitor I've had my eyes on the Hercules 19" but I want to try it out with my PB before putting any more money down.
As I also live in Belgium (Bruxelles) I would be interested to know what shop you used, if you don't mind.
Btw, really nice site of yours.
Cheers,

[Eugene_Hertoghe]

Wilhelm,
I have a powerbook 12" but without the dvi port.
Only problem I have to figure out: even if you mute the speakers there's low buss noise coming out of them.
And I've always worked with Powerbooks because they make almost no noise... (for sure, if you have a G4 Dual running you would not notice the buss)
Not a big deal, but it's like buying a new car and finding out there is something clikking. Rather frustrating.
I'll call the shop tomorrow. I bought it at EXELL. They certainly have shops in Brussels.
If you want more detailed info, just e-mail me.

Eugene

[Wilhelm_Westergren]

Thanks Eugene.
Once I get my PB ( new model with DVI )I'll go down to Exell and give it a try.
Wilhelm

[Eugene_Hertoghe]

Just received a new screen and no buzz anymore.
All well that ends well...

Eugene