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Albaholic said:
Did you end up keeping yours?
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No, I actually opted for the refund. All my friends (myself included) are a bit unhappy over the empty space in my desk where it used to be (no more Halo 3 or Smash Bros. Mele for the time being :cry:). I'm looking at getting a 2407WFP (A04) to replace it, but I'll prolly wait a few days to order it so I'll be able to pick it up from home the next time I'm down there (college to home is a good 2hr drive). I'll keep y'all posted, and I'll post some comparison pics once I get around to it :p.

-Mobious-
 
Just ordered a brand new 2407WFP-HC

Hi everyone!

I just bought a new 2407WFP-HC and its scheduled to ship on 4th Nov 07. I read through all the posts in this thread and the dell one and I am really worried now. Please guide me for a new 1920x1200 res monitor to which I can connect an xbox 360 and play @ 1080p full HD.

To be honest, I made the decision to buy this monitor this morning and before that I didn't know crap about HDCP compliant monitors and their ability to be compatible with xbox 360 (and other cable box, hddvd/bluray devices). So, now that my eyes are opened, I want to know (in you all's opinion, especially mobious since he has got a lot of experience with 2407wfp-hc) whats the best monitor to go for at this point in time:drool:? I can cancel it right away if you guys direct me to the best possible 24" 1920x1200 monitor set-up.

Please enlighten this poor fellow:confused:. I would be very grateful.

Sincerely,

DJ

PS-I will be gaming through my X1900XT on full res too :). Also budget needs to be as low as possible. How about Samsung 245BW?
 
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DJCrunkMix said:
Hi everyone!

I just bought a new 2407WFP-HC and its scheduled to ship on 4th Nov 07. I read through all the posts in this thread and the dell one and I am really worried now. Please guide me for a new 1920x1200 res monitor to which I can connect an xbox 360 and play @ 1080p full HD.

To be honest, I made the decision to buy this monitor this morning and before that I didn't know crap about HDCP compliant monitors and their ability to be compatible with xbox 360 (and other cable box, hddvd/bluray devices). So, now that my eyes are opened, I want to know (in you all's opinion, especially mobious since he has got a lot of experience with 2407wfp-hc) whats the best monitor to go for at this point in time:drool:? I can cancel it right away if you guys direct me to the best possible 24" 1920x1200 monitor set-up.

Please enlighten this poor fellow:confused:. I would be very grateful.

Sincerely,

DJ

PS-I will be gaming through my X1900XT on full res too :). Also budget needs to be as low as possible. How about Samsung 245BW?
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Cancel it, and look for a 2407WFP (A04) outside of Dell, that's at least the route I'm taking. Don't have much to say about it other than that I'm afraid.

-Mobious-
 
DJCrunkMix said:
Hi everyone!

I just bought a new 2407WFP-HC and its scheduled to ship on 4th Nov 07. I read through all the posts in this thread and the dell one and I am really worried now. Please guide me for a new 1920x1200 res monitor to which I can connect an xbox 360 and play @ 1080p full HD.

To be honest, I made the decision to buy this monitor this morning and before that I didn't know crap about HDCP compliant monitors and their ability to be compatible with xbox 360 (and other cable box, hddvd/bluray devices). So, now that my eyes are opened, I want to know (in you all's opinion, especially mobious since he has got a lot of experience with 2407wfp-hc) whats the best monitor to go for at this point in time:drool:? I can cancel it right away if you guys direct me to the best possible 24" 1920x1200 monitor set-up.

Please enlighten this poor fellow:confused:. I would be very grateful.

Sincerely,

DJ

PS-I will be gaming through my X1900XT on full res too :). Also budget needs to be as low as possible. How about Samsung 245BW?
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From what I've read, the Samsung 245BW had good reviews, it is not an 8 bit panel though. Myself, I am probably going to get the Samsung 244T which is an 8 bit panel, 1920x1200 etc. As for the Dells I can't say for sure. I only have personal experience with Samsung LCDs, so Mobious would probably be the one to look to for advice regarding the Dells.

If you aren't worried about getting an 8 bit panel, the Samsung 245BW is a great monitor. If you want an 8 bit panel, I'd go with the 244T or as Mobious said, the 2407WFP (A04).

Hopefully this helps you out! :)
 
I havent seen a 8bit panel in person, but from what i have read, its great for people that do alot of Photo editing. But for daily use, gaming and porn surfing, a 6bit panel will get the job done imo.
 
UglyChild said:
I havent seen a 8bit panel in person, but from what i have read, its great for people that do alot of Photo editing. But for daily use, gaming and porn surfing, a 6bit panel will get the job done imo.
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The human eye can't see more than 2million colors anyway. No real need for the 16.7mil base on most gaming monitors to begin with. Less colors = more headroom for performance. The HC for instance, is AWESOME with still pics (aka: photo editing, stuff that doesn't move on the screen), but sucks when it comes to moving objects (aka: games, movies and 3D CAD). This is why I wish the Non-HC was still for sale as a separate item...

-Mobious-
 
Mobious said:
Cancel it, and look for a 2407WFP (A04) outside of Dell, that's at least the route I'm taking. Don't have much to say about it other than that I'm afraid.

-Mobious-
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Nah. I am just gonna wait for the next dell 2408wfp just around the corner. Monitor is a long time investment, and I want to make sure I get the one with a good quality/price ratio. Dell really screwed this up...EVERY thing is perfect about this monitor except the ghosting issue.. :bang head

And, I know why the CRA is only valid until 11-08-07. A new one is coming out soon...most probably before the holiday season.
 
alright guys this monitor is on sale atm. Are they trying to clear the shelves? shall i order one?, i am looking into a 24 inch monitor with component in but want to keep the costs under 600, I don't want to be stuck with a monitor with ghosting issues. are they going to have a fix by nov 3? im hoping to order the monitor right after the SAT (nov3)
 
imposter said:
alright guys this monitor is on sale atm. Are they trying to clear the shelves? shall i order one?, i am looking into a 24 inch monitor with component in but want to keep the costs under 600, I don't want to be stuck with a monitor with ghosting issues. are they going to have a fix by nov 3? im hoping to order the monitor right after the SAT (nov3)
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Not by that date, I'm afraid. In their "formal" study results, they said that: A. they do not plan to fix the issue (reasons unknown), and B. those with this issue have until November 8th to schedule a full refund. As far as which monitor to go with ATM, it's debatable. After seeing what's happened with this monitor, I don't really know which brand to trust anymore. There's news about the next gen of Dell 24"-ers out in Japan (http://www.ocforums.com/showpost.php?p=5289346&postcount=2), but as of yet there isn't a really solid answer of which 24" monitor is the best I'm afraid.

-Mobious-
 
I suggest BenQ FP241W or Gateway FPD2485W. All have favorable reviews. I would shy away from Dell for awhile. As far as SAMSUNG 245BW goes, some people claim ghosting issues some dont.
 
I too am now in the perdiciment of what LCD to get, I'd like between a 22 and 24" an was thinking of the gateway FPD2485W. Anyone have any input on it?
 
I would wait till next year If I were you. Seems like most if not all 24" have flaws (some are major like Dell) unlike the 20" counter part. Just hold your urges.

The Gateway one is now $499 with coupon.
Con: you have to adjust the color settings out of the box, gets really Hot



Here's 2 more that you can research.

LG L246WP-BN

NEC 2470WNX
 
I was worried after reading this thread because I had ordered the 2407-hc one day prior. Well I've had it now for a couple of weeks and so far I have yet to experience any ghosting. I've done a quite a bit of gaming, desktop apps and tv/videos/movies... so I'm relieved that I'm not plagued with ghosts like so many others.
 
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