21" Bad-A$$ Mofo monitor question

[Fastball]

I just received the P1130 from Dell and must say that it's the absolute best monitor that I've ever used. I also have the P1110 from Dell.

My question is, what is the proper way to make the screen the right size? When I switch the settings to 1280x1024 I have black bars on the sides of the screen that are about 1 1/2 inches wide. When I adjust the settings on the monitor to make if fit, it stretches the text out like silly puddy. Is there a better way?

 

[Hender]

Try adjusting the refresh rate, too, that helps the picture fit more towards the edges of the screen.

 

[Jumpem]

Fastball, does your monitor have BNC connectors on the back of it, or just the standard video connector? Also, if you don't mind me asking, how much was that beast?

 

[Fastball]

No, it just has the standard video connector. It was $749 less 25%. Good deal if you ask me.

 

[Jumpem]

Fastball, how'd you get 25% off? Was it a coupon or something? Also does it have two of the standard connectors on the back? Thanks again!

 

[Fastball]

They had a special in the "accessories store" that ended last week. Keep your eye out though b/c they run specials pretty often. Yes, it has two inputs in the back.

 

[crt1530]

Windows is supposed to be displayed in a 4:3 aspect ratio. That is also the aspect ratio of your monitor. 1280x1024 is 5:4. Therefore, things will get stretched out of proportion to what is "normal." Either set your resolution to 1280x960, 1600x1200, or live with the stretched out screen.

 

[Fastball]

thanks crt1530, I didn't know that.

 

[RaynorWolfcastle]

yup, CRT hit the nail on the head, try moving to 1600x1200 those bars oughtta disappear

-Ice

 

[Trashman]

Dang I want in on that deal....thats sweet...I'll be payin closer attention to Dell thats for sure.