Hi All,
I know these 'monitor' posts get moved..... but I was wondering If I could get some feedback RE: which monitors A1 folks are using and are HAPPY with !!
(mounted on the A1 for HDV focussing with 1080i component input)
If it would get a better response in the monitor forum then the 'move' would be muchly appreciated.
I have considered many options from the DIY stuff to the hi-res car lcd+composite converter...... to the fork out the big bucks for a Panny- Whew!!
After much research (did I say much..... much, much) I have narrowed down to two (with my limited budget)..... please give some feedback if you have any experience with them.
My needs are *focussing* : HDV focussing in the field.
The two monitors below are same resolution 800x480
1 - IKAN V8000HD $795 (also available for less at B-Stock item)
http://www.ikancorp.com/pages/monito...00hd/index.htm
I have had much hope for this monitor.... and was almost ready to buy,
BUT have heard some discouranging stuff from others who have purchased.
Issues with powering up from batteries, flickering, and the dreaded auto-off function doing its own thang! also the finicky buttons.
I understand nothing is perfect at this price bracket - but I still want a consistantly working monitor.
That said, I believe monitors that have been troublesome have been quite easily exchanged by the Ikan support team.
(Problem is - I live in S.Africa and shipping of this baby is over $100 - I need a -working 1st time- screen!)
PRO's = 8 inches..... powered by Sony Batteries..... lightweight plastic construction....sharp image(?)
2 - TOTE VISION LCD-703HD $838 (available for much less elsewhere - $565)
http://www.totevision.com/Second/Tot...20MONITORS.htm
I have found it relatively difficult to obtain information/review of this monitor,
specially from those who have purchased it and are using it!
It looks good though (does that count for anything?)
steel construction
7" though (Ikan = 8")
heavier than the Ikan !
This particular model requires independant battery source. ( was thinking Tekkeon myPower MP3450 charger/batt system)
Please Help if you can...... It is difficult enough spending this kind of money
and knowing you are not get the 'perfect' screen... which will be replaced by newer better cheaper technology in the near future.
There is much more to say about this topic but I hope to have kept this post readible and relatively to-the-point.
Thanks
Shawn