All LCD monitors that support the resolutions listed in this document would work prop-
erly with the SDI to DVI Adapter. Based on our tests and experience, we recommend
the following LCD monitors:
Samsung 172W (17”), NEC LCD1960SX (19”) and Samsung 240T (24”)
If your application uses 16x9 aspect ratio, select the Samsung 172W or 240T
If your application uses 4x3 aspect ratio, select the NEC LCD1960SX or LCD1980SX
For HDTVs and Projectors there is a large selection and Gefen has no specific recom-
mendations.
Note about the Viewsonic VP2290b
The VP2290b is a 3840x2400 monitor that supports all formats generated by the SDI
to DVI Adapter. In 1080p (24/25/30) pass through mode, this monitor shows the image
pixel to pixel. In addition this monitor is pre-adjusted according to ITU-709 to be used
as a high def. reference monitor. The combination of the SDI to DVI Adapter with the
VP2290b makes a low cost reference monitor that competes with CRT reference moni-
tors that are priced above $30,000 US Dollars.
Note about the Samsung 240T
The 240T is a 1920x1200 LCD monitor that supports all formats generated by the SDI
to DVI Adapter except 1080p. For 1080i @60 applications we recommend the Samsung
240T over the Sony SDM-P232 because the 240T can display 1080i @60 pixel to pixel.
Note about the Sony SDM-P232W
The SDM-P232 is a 1920x1200 LCD monitor that supports all formats generated by the
SDI to DVI Adapter except 1080i and 1080p.
Note about the Apple Cinema Displays
The Apple Cinema Displays 20” only supports a DVI signal at 1680x1050. The Apple
HD Cinema Displays 23” only supports a DVI signal at 1920x1200. Since the SDI to DVI
Adapter cannot output these resolutions, the Apple 20” and 23” monitors will not work
with the SDI to DVI Adapter.
Gefen Inc. plans to have a new version of the HDVI converter specifically for the Apple
Cinema Displays available in the 2nd quarter of 2004. Current owners of the HDVI con-
verter can add this Cinema Display functionality by purchasing the upgrade.
RECOMMENDED LCD MONITORS
7