Anyone use the 40" as a PC monitor? I'm wondering if anyone has tried using this 40" as a PC monitor.Thanks, Jeff
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This review describes in detail using it as a monitor:http://www.amazon.com/review/R2YO8O6I8UOJ6V/ref=cm_cr_pr_perm?ie=UTF8&ASIN;=B003LPUWWM&nodeID;=&tag;=&linkCode;=
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I always use it as a monitor when im watching movies or skyping with the family. Works perfectly. I use the DIV to VGA from my mac and it is awesome.
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I do, I have it set up using a 30 ft HDMI cable ran under the floor, my PC runs dual monitor set up typically. Whenever I want to watch a movie or something I go in and set the 3rd monitor (the TV) up to duplicate my screen... Blinks Once and the TV is my monitor.. Proceed to watching TV.. GREAT SET.. I use it for 360 and PS3 as well. Buy the Squaretrade 4 year warranty like me and you have nothing to worry about.
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I play on a 60 inch 3d led, when I moved to my 22 inch monitor my game improved by double. K/D is climbing everyday in COD now. The monitor i have is a 5ms response, I am thinking about this one. In my opinion it is worth it if you plan on going pro. If not, i don't think you need it unless you have money to burn.
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I was interested initially in the 40A550, but ultimately went with the 40A650 because the important features were a priority for me, maybe a bit of futurizing. But now that I've had the 40A650 for 10 days, I've just made the plunge and am exchanging it for a 46A650. I figure I haven't bought a tv in 16 years, let alone a flat screen or high def, so I'm getting exactly what I want and I wouldn't want bigger..but for me the type I want came first if that was the only choice..don't know if this helps but as this post was 4/08, you may be past this by now..Good luck..
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Todd, I am sorry to say that I returned the monitor 3 days after I received it. I'm a heating & air conditioning contractor. I wanted a 32" screen to be able to see a larger portion of a mechanical plan all at one time. I have two 21" monitors. I replaced one of them with the 32" monitor. In order to get the resolution good enough to read a drawing I would have to zoom into the drawing to the same point as what I could see on the other 21" monitor. My 21" monitors are Acer with MUCH better overall display than the 32" NEC. I was disappointed the NEC 32" monitor didn't work out for me. However, Amazon handled the return in an excellent manner. Hope that helps. Todd, I am sorry to say that I returned the monitor 3 days after I received it. I'm a heating & air conditioning contractor. I wanted a 32" screen to be able to see a larger portion of a mechanical plan all at one time. I have two 21" monitors. I replaced one of them with the 32" monitor. In order to get the resolution good enough to read a drawing I would have to zoom into the drawing to the same point as what I could see on the other 21" monitor. My 21" monitors are Acer with MUCH better overall display than the 32" NEC. I was disappointed the NEC 32"... » Read More Todd, I am sorry to say that I returned the monitor 3 days after I received it. I'm a heating & air conditioning contractor. I wanted a 32" screen to be able to see a larger portion of a mechanical plan all at one time. I have two 21" monitors. I replaced one of them with the 32" monitor. In order to get the resolution good enough to read a drawing I would have to zoom into the drawing to the same point as what I could see on the other 21" monitor. My 21" monitors are Acer with MUCH better overall display than the 32" NEC. I was disappointed the NEC 32" monitor didn't work out for me. However, Amazon handled the return in an excellent manner. Hope that helps. « Show Less
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I agree and disagree.. I plugged mine in HDMI, same thing; DVI on the other hand lines up perfectly. This works out cause my r9 270 gfx card has HDMI, VGA, and DVI so my HDMI is empty for my 42 inch ;). But, I think you would have to manually stretch the screen through the irritating menu. For people who haven't gotten this yet, its not that bad; they just don't label the buttons. But if you can't navigate through a monitor screen, well you shouldn't be using a computer lol.. Great monitor so far!
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Did you ever get an answer. I'm shopping for a new monitor and I really like what I have read so far except for one review that said it better with VISTA. I'm a true believe in XP, so if it doesn't work with XP, it don't need it. I would like your opinion if you are asking this question. What else other than price do you like about this monitor. I can't fnd anything about a USB port and is that really necessary. Jim Spring, TX
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The monitor only has two positions, open and closed. When open, it is only at that same angle that you see pictured. It seems like a good angle for general use, and all of the reviews say the viewing angles of the screen are very good, although I haven't seen it for myself. I am also wondering whether the limitation has been problematic for anyone who has used the device for a while.
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Yes, you could use this monitor as your primary computer monitor.........you would need to get a DVI to HDMI conversion switch.....plug the computer into the DVI side and the monitor to the HDMI side. I have read posts on other web sites where people have already hooked this monitor up to their computer and they love it.
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I've had my 52" 650 since memorial dday weekend...and coming from the video industry, it's the best screen around. For thos of you comparing the 650 vs 750 vs 850; check the technical details even at a store. I walked into the CC & BB locally and yes they were all set up side by side; but since the local store wanted to sell more 850s, it was "tuned" better. The default settings have changed including the brightness level; so when you are comparing TV screens; make sure that the identical output; down to the connection is being used and that both units are identically tuned, i.e. brightness, contrast, presets...99% of the time you will find them not to be. The best tuned TV this week will not be the one next week!
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1. Does this monitor have built-in speakers? No2. Is the colour/picture crisp and clear? Average, not top of the line. Thought I'm using VGA. May be better with improved graphics card.3. Are the buttons easy to push? Yes4. Is this compatible with any Windows 7 hp computer? Do not have an HP. I have a Dell Windows 7 and it runs just fine.
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I have used mine as a computer monitor on several occasions. The picture is not as crisp as my regular Dell computer monitors.
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Based on the fact PC Gamer declared this the best monitor for gaming available on the market right now I don't think the "don't use this for gaming" is good advice. Your ghosting of window's frames is probably due to visual settings in windows as this monitor has a 5ms response time which is pretty much as fast as the human eye can detect. Edit, 28 Feb: Got mine in today and I'm blown away, finally putting the extra horsepower in my gaming rig to some use bumping my games from 1080p to 1440p and it looks amazing, really gave me the "wow" factor normally associated with a major hardware upgrade. No ghosting in Battlefield 4, between color and resolution I felt like I could pic out every little detail and guys moving around from really far away with ease.
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I would buy another Sceptre TV. I haven't had any problems with my 39". The 39" is the #1 selling LCD on Amazon.
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I have the 47" and I love it. The stock speakers are very loud, and the visual quality is great. Being an LED, it looks really good even in a bright room, although if it's behind a window you'll still have to worry about glare. I was annoyed with how it makes shows and movies look with the Motion Blur, but you can easily turn that off; it does help make games look better though so I turn it back on for gaming.
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im probably posting to late to help you.. but for anyone else.. i use this computer with an HDMI cable hooked up to my HDTV.. i havent done dual monitors.. but others have posted they've had success with it.. i think the HDMI hook up is great.. cause it plays both video and audio.. no need for computers speakers... i hook up this computer to my HDTV 32".. and Hi Def content looks great..
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I would suggest getting the 40 to 70, to be in the center of its design range. I have a 50" on the 32 to 60 model though, and it supports it with room to spare!
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Just an opinion, you most likely could however I wouldn't recommend it. It's designed for people who have Mac laptops and want to plug into a bigger screen. Not really useful for PC or anything else. Dell offers ultra sharp monitors that are amazing. As a designer, I've use the ultra sharp for several years and it's fantastic! Hope this helps