can't run 1600x1200 on G550 :(

[azkiwi]

<FONT style="BACKGROUND-COLOR: #e8e8dd">I have a new Planar PL201 that is 1600x1200 native. Matrox says the G550 suppports this resolution but the highest selectable option is 1280x1024 and I can't find a way to force it. As nice as this screen looks at that res I bought it to run at native.

I tried to force it through Powerstrip, but it just went back. I am using the DVI.

Thoughts please! </FONT>

 

[rbV5]

Matrox G550 supports Max resolution (primary + secondary digital flat panel) 1280 x 1024 @ 32bpp

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[MercenaryForHire]

rbV5 nailed it. You hit the wall of the G550.

Time to step up to a P-series.

- M4H

 

[azkiwi]

yeah, I've just figured that out

It runs higher res in analog mode and I just tried that - whoa; gruesome. I'm at a loss to understand why matrox calls its 1600x1200 "supported", it was truly horrible on this screen, much worse than 1280x1024 which is scaled.

So, any suggestions for decent new card? I wouild like to run 1600x1200 in DVI mode, I'm not much of a gamer so all the coolest 3D features are a bit lost on me. Since I blew my wad on this monitor I just as soon as not plunk down heavy $ for a card, BUT no sense in having a great screen if you can't run it.


Thanks for your comments.

 

[Tseng]

You could get a ATi 8500 which can give 1600x1200 in DVI mode.
It's fairly cheap now. Since you are not a gamer, the 2D capacity should be able handle your needs.

 

[azkiwi]

Originally posted by: Tseng
You could get a ATi 8500 which can give 1600x1200 in DVI mode. It's fairly cheap now. Since you are not a gamer, the 2D capacity should be able handle your needs.

Sapphire RADEON 8500LE 128MB DDR AGP TVO/DVI (OEM) $77

does that seem reasonable? Is there anything in a retail pkg I need since I have a DVI cable already?

 

[MercenaryForHire]

Originally posted by: azkiwi

Originally posted by: Tseng
You could get a ATi 8500 which can give 1600x1200 in DVI mode. It's fairly cheap now. Since you are not a gamer, the 2D capacity should be able handle your needs.

<STRONG>Sapphire RADEON 8500LE 128MB DDR AGP TVO/DVI (OEM) $77

</STRONG>does that seem reasonable? Is there anything in a retail pkg I need since I have a DVI cable already?

Nope, if you've already got the DVI cable, you should be good to go.

I only suggested the Matrox P-series in case you wanted to keep your DualHead environment going.

Let us know how it turns out.

- M4H

 

[azkiwi]

Originally posted by: MercenaryForHire

Originally posted by: azkiwi

Originally posted by: Tseng You could get a ATi 8500 which can give 1600x1200 in DVI mode. It's fairly cheap now. Since you are not a gamer, the 2D capacity should be able handle your needs.

Sapphire RADEON 8500LE 128MB DDR AGP TVO/DVI (OEM) $77 does that seem reasonable? Is there anything in a retail pkg I need since I have a DVI cable already?

I only suggested the Matrox P-series in case you wanted to keep your DualHead environment going.

with 20" I don't seem to need DualHead, M4H I would like to feel confident that the 1600x1200 is 'real' and not the fainted hearted jest of the G550. The ATI does seem a step up from the G550 specs as long as they haven't neglected the 2D section.

Thanks for the input.

 

[MercenaryForHire]

Originally posted by: azkiwi

Originally posted by: MercenaryForHire

Originally posted by: azkiwi

Originally posted by: Tseng You could get a ATi 8500 which can give 1600x1200 in DVI mode. It's fairly cheap now. Since you are not a gamer, the 2D capacity should be able handle your needs.

Sapphire RADEON 8500LE 128MB DDR AGP TVO/DVI (OEM) $77<STRONG> </STRONG>does that seem reasonable? Is there anything in a retail pkg I need since I have a DVI cable already?

I only suggested the Matrox P-series in case you wanted to keep your DualHead environment going.

with 20" I don't seem to need DualHead, M4H I would like to feel confident that the 1600x1200 is 'real' and not the fainted hearted jest of the G550. The ATI does seem a step up from the G550 specs as long as they haven't neglected the 2D section.

Thanks for the input.

Don't need dualhead? You've obviously never tried. While one monitor may be stunning, two has many uses. Just beware - it's addictive.

ATI is certainly my second choice for 2D behind Matrox. You'll be more than happy with the upgrade.

- M4H

 

[azkiwi]

Don't need dualhead? You've obviously never tried. M4H

I did hook up my PL201and Viewsonic VG191 with the G550 - no matter how much stuff I had going on it didn't look like I was busy. Left me feeling like an under-performer! So, as you suggest, best to nip that in the bud! :beer: