[Ray Sherman]

Hi Mike,
Thank you for all your help, very much appreciated! Ray

[Ray Sherman]

Correction for above post:
Hi, I was unable to edit my post above. The OS hard drive should read Western Digital WD1500AHFD SATA150 10,000rpm.
The drive listed in the above is for SAS which requires a card. Thank You, Ray

[Ray Sherman]

Thanks Mike, I’ll check it out.

[Ray Sherman]

Hi,
I sure like Mikes computer build as well as the one I seen of John Rofrano (very similar). Does anyone know of a good reputable computer builder that could put one of these workstations together for me? If so, please let me know. I live in Michigan. Thanks, Ray

[Ray Sherman]

Wow! What a nice system that John Rofrano has! There really isn’t anyone in my area that could build one simular for me. I wish there was, I’m ready. Ray

[Ray Sherman]

What’s your thoughts for two of these for video editing? One as a DVI with the other set up as analog RGB for viewing.

Samsung 2253BW
Display
Screen Size: 22″
Resolution: 1680 x 1050
Brightness: 300 cd/m
Contrast Ratio: DC 8000:1 (1000:1) (Typ.)
Response time: 5 ms, 2 ms (GTG)
Viewing Angle (Horizontal/Vertical): 170/160 (CR>10)

Signal Input
Video Signal: analog RGB, DVI
Sync. Signal: separate H/V, composite, SOG
Connector: 15 pin D-SUB, DVI-D

Power
Power Consumption: 45 Watts
Stand By Power (DPMS): < 1 W Features Plug & Play: DDC 2B Multimedia Speakers: N Special Features: MagicBright3, off timer, image size, color effect, customized key, MagicWizard & MagicTune with AssetManagement, Windows Vista Premium, DVI with HDCP, safe mode (DownScaling in UXGA) Stand Function: swivel, tilt

[Ray Sherman]

What’s your thoughts for two of these for video editing? One as a DVI with the other set up as analog RGB for viewing.

Samsung 2253BW
Display
Screen Size: 22″
Resolution: 1680 x 1050
Brightness: 300 cd/m
Contrast Ratio: DC 8000:1 (1000:1) (Typ.)
Response time: 5 ms, 2 ms (GTG)
Viewing Angle (Horizontal/Vertical): 170/160 (CR>10)

Signal Input
Video Signal: analog RGB, DVI
Sync. Signal: separate H/V, composite, SOG
Connector: 15 pin D-SUB, DVI-D

Power
Power Consumption: 45 Watts
Stand By Power (DPMS): < 1 W Features Plug & Play: DDC 2B Multimedia Speakers: N Special Features: MagicBright3, off timer, image size, color effect, customized key, MagicWizard & MagicTune with AssetManagement, Windows Vista Premium, DVI with HDCP, safe mode (DownScaling in UXGA) Stand Function: swivel, tilt

[Ray Sherman]

Hi,
Thanks for the replies! I believe that I’ll go for two 24″ monitors. I am a little confused as to which type to look for LCD, VGA, DVI. As of right now I believe that I would need to make sure that both are DVI along with a dual head graphics card for DVI. I have read several places that an NTSC monitor will not render digital images correctly. Upon looking at some LCD monitors in my area, I have noticed some giving off neon looking colors. This is one of the main reasons I turned to you guys for your expertise in finding the correct make and model as well as setup. I don’t want a monitor that will stretch any of my 4:3 footage if using a widescreen monitor, therefore I need to make sure that both aspects of 4:3 and 16:9 is switchable. I’m not against a widescreen or standard monitor; I just want a couple that will give me the best true picture in both aspect worlds.
Thanks again, and your input is very much appreciated. Ray

[Ray Sherman]

Hi Guy’s,
Ok, now you got me thinking about a little larger monitor. Sounds like it’s probably the way to go. I do want a two monitor system. I have never owned one of the newer flat screen LCD monitors, therfore I don’t know how they are plugged in to the computer or for that matter to each other.
Are they daisy chained by means of usb or firewire?
I have a Sony DCR-VX2100 and a Sony HDR-HC7. As you know, one is 4:3 with the other being HD 16:9. With that being said, a couple other questions come to mind;
1)Can these LCD monitors be set up for either aspect ratio?
2)In your opinion, would you go for a widescreen or standard version?
I know I ask a lot of questions and your help “is” very much appreciated. Thanks again, Ray

[Ray Sherman]

Hi,
Thanks to all for your replies!
A question for Mike; You stated that there are many people out there running 64 bit versions with “little trouble.” Could you give me a few specifics on the problems that they faced?
Also, I’m wondering if staying with a 32 bit running system with Windows XP SP2, Quad Core Xeon, 4GB ram and 200GB hard drive would be all one would need. I would prefer a 64 bit, but then I don’t like hiccups.
Thanks again to all you guys, Ray