Wanted: HD monitor or as close as possible, probably second hand to meet my budget constraints. My Samsung 226BW died and I was gonna buy another one coz I really liked it, but it's not HD. If anyone can recommend some models to me it'd be great coz if I can't get one here I'll look elsewhere.
Budget: $250
Monitor (preferably HD)
24 public posts in this discussion.
Post 2
you might be able to pick up one of these locally for just over your budget...
They have a 3 year warranty.
Post 3
If you're happy to cover postage, I have a 24" Samsung that's 1920x1080 (16:9) that I may be happy to sell for that price. Will check model number and retail cost when home.
It'll give me an excuse to upgrade to another 120Hz. :)
Post 4
@jabsy: Never heard of AOC. Is it my ignorance or are they a no-brand? And when you say 'locally', is there an outlet you had in mind?
@rec: Coool :) How long have you had your monitor? The 226BW I had was second hand from a computer guy (not sure how long he had it) and died after just over a year of me owning it :/
Post 5
It turns a year old next week. It might actually be a 23"... I think it's this one: 23" high def monitor 2333SW - LCD Monitor - Monitor | SAMSUNG
Post 6
Quote from Brookie23;382146:
@jabsy: Never heard of AOC. Is it my ignorance or are they a no-brand? And when you say 'locally', is there an outlet you had in mind?
We sold a few late last year, they were a relatively new brand. We couldn't get any LG's at the time, and these worked out the same price with freight and had HDMI and speakers, which the LG's didn't. I notice that the local wholesaler Hallmark has them now.
IMHO the LG are a better unit, but these have more features (speakers, HDMI) and also have a 3 year warranty. If you can't find one locally I can get you one if you need. I'm not sure where the warranty is handled, I think they might be pickup/return, whereas the LG's are repaired/replaced up here.
Post 7
Quote from Brookie23;382146:
The 226BW I had was second hand from a computer guy (not sure how long he had it) and died after just over a year of me owning it :/
You should check how long he had it, Samsungs usually have a 3 year onsite warranty. You might be still under warranty, I think they have a manufacturing date on the back. Just call em up and they'll send a new one out.
Post 8
There is a FW900 for sale on ebay atm. Would cost a fair whack in shipping but definitely worth it and does 2560x1600 @75Hz
Post 9
Quote from jabsy;382170:
You should check how long he had it, Samsungs usually have a 3 year onsite warranty. You might be still under warranty, I think they have a manufacturing date on the back. Just call em up and they'll send a new one out.I'll check, but wouldn't it need a receipt even if it was still in warranty? I don't have any paperwork for it. Do you have to order in bulk from Hallmark?
Quote from Wrathlon;382174:
There is a FW900 for sale on ebay atm. Would cost a fair whack in shipping but definitely worth it and does 2560x1600 @75Hz42kgs! :O That's two thirds of me, lol.
And it's nowhere near the end of the auction, when the price really jumps up. I think I'll give the CRT a miss :P
Post 10
Quote from Brookie23;382178:
I'll check, but wouldn't it need a receipt even if it was still in warranty? I don't have any paperwork for it. Do you have to order in bulk from Hallmark?
You can always get around receipts.... I've never had an issue with any hassles from Samsung, they'd have the manufacturing date on file according to the serial number anyway.
You wont be able to buy from hallmark, but there's plenty of resellers on here. I can get you one if nobody else offers. (I'm taking a bit of a break atm)
Post 11
Just to confirm, it is the 2333SW. Let me know if you want it.
Post 12
With regards to AOC, I have an AOC 19" CRT here that's nearly 10 years old and has never missed a beat.
That says nothing for the quality of their LCDs, and there are probably better monitors around, but I never had issues with their product.
I believe Nightcrawler has used some of their LCDs, and also had one of the same CRTs.
Post 13
Looked at some monitors in Dick Smith and JB yesterday to gauge prices and I think I'll take you up on your offer, Jamie. Thanks everyone for your advice and recommendations.
Post 14
No luck with warranty on the one you have???
Post 15
No, I forgot coz it's at my boyfriend's place lol. I'll get him to check the serial for Tuesday. Haven't sent any money for a new one yet.
Post 16
BenQ 24" HD LCD (brand new) $299
BenQ G2420HD 24.0" TRUE24 Widescreen LCD Monitor - Piano Bl
BenQ Global - Computing
I currently have run out of stock but should have more shortly (you could always pre-order one to secure your delivery)
Post 17
BenQ will just end in qq.
Post 18
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Post 19
Crusher - I see you're in Palmo and BenQ are known for their monitors... Never heard of you on the forums before though. What is your business and have you sold to anyone on GU before?
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Quote from grandinferno;382493:
BenQ will just end in qq.Oh so Samsung are better than BenQ? I always thought BenQ were top notch :S
Looks like my dead monitor has 3 year warranty and was manufactured in Feb 2008. Still, an upgrade sounds appealing...
God damn technology, always inhibiting my saving plans :(
Post 20
benq were acer. that stink HAS to take awhile to fade.
also, crusher used to run one of the more popular pc shops here. five years ago or so.
Post 21
Quote from paladin;382501:
benq were acer. that stink HAS to take awhile to fade.Oh. Ew, Acer :/
Post 22
Quote from paladin;382495:
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Ben Q!! BEN Q!!! I'm CRAZY FOR YOOOOOOOUUUUUUU!!!
Post 23
Sorry guys, false alarm. Turns out the monitor is still in warranty and Samsung will replace it without a receipt. That's $250 I don't have to spend I guess.
Post 24
yep, i used to run a computer store and I used to go to DGA LANs often, a bunch of the older GU crew (older? more experienced, i say!) will perhaps remember me.... now i work for another company called General Scientific (General Scientific Computer Repairs and Sales in Darwin, NT, Australia (Coconut Grove))
so yeah, i've sold to many GU users before, but not from this company...
BenQ, i will admit, are NOT the BEST brand of monitor by far... but they're also a hell of a lot cheaper... and still have a 3yr warranty....
P.S: that benq video rocks.. luvin it... rofl