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Old September 8th, 2006, 02:01 PM   #1
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New Lilliput 8" VGA LCD

Hello there,

I just purchased one of these, should be here next week.

http://www.lilliput.com.cn/eng/conte...cts.asp?ID=240

I'm using for my Redrock DIY Adapter: http://www.reelinspirations.com/redrock

It was $259 plus $10 for shipping straight from them:

http://www.lilliputweb.net/contact.html

I'll write a review on the monitor and post photos soon.

Jim
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Old September 8th, 2006, 03:23 PM   #2
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it is a touch screen model , is it available without ?
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Old September 9th, 2006, 03:09 PM   #3
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On board LCD

Here is a cheaper and better unit because it has built in image scaling and it's not touch screen; http://www.xenarc.com/product/700y.html
I've used it in conjuction with component to VGA converters to get an HD image on the screen instead of a SD composite image. Can also be powered off IDX or ANTON BAUER power taps
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Old September 9th, 2006, 09:22 PM   #4
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Keith,

Which converter are you using? I'd love to see it.

How does it compare with SD to the monitor?

Which camera are you using?

Thanks,

Jim
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Old September 11th, 2006, 01:02 AM   #5
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Here is a cheaper and better unit because it has built in image scaling and it's not touch screen; http://www.xenarc.com/product/700y.html
I've used it in conjuction with component to VGA converters to get an HD image on the screen instead of a SD composite image. Can also be powered off IDX or ANTON BAUER power taps

Is it cheaper though? It says 319 usd. Looks like a nice rig though.
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Old September 11th, 2006, 05:09 PM   #6
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Xenarc monitor cheaper?

Yea - guess they've gone up a bit and I bought mine off e-bay at a steal. Here's a link to e-bay bidding on the monitor: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...category=67771
I actually recomend buying the model 700YV because it has 2 addition standard def RCA connectors and built in speakers so you could even give the director sound if you want. This model is even a few bucks more.
They're both probably a bit more but well worth it as they have built in scalling to use all the pixels (and I,ve fed them both a 1080p signal and they work), they're 16X9, 480X800 native rez, run off of DC from 11-17V, which is important if you want an Anton Bauer or IDX for power since those batteries start out fresh at 16+VDC
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Old September 11th, 2006, 06:50 PM   #7
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You can get the 700Y for $290 here with free shipping or the 700YV for $319 free shipping:

http://www.avdeals.com/xenarc/700yv.htm
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Old September 12th, 2006, 02:07 AM   #8
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Is this a fairly know brand? I'm always cautious about getting off brand stuff. Sure sounds like a nice unit though.
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Old September 12th, 2006, 03:59 AM   #9
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Here is a cheaper and better unit because it has built in image scaling and it's not touch screen; http://www.xenarc.com/product/700y.html
I've used it in conjuction with component to VGA converters to get an HD image on the screen instead of a SD composite image. Can also be powered off IDX or ANTON BAUER power taps
you have a picture of how is it looks like on your camera?
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Old September 14th, 2006, 10:56 PM   #10
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Lilliput is OK brand. Xenarc is a better one.
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Old September 15th, 2006, 01:31 AM   #11
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I've used it in conjuction with component to VGA converters to get an HD image on the screen instead of a SD composite image.
I'm in need of a good monitor for focusing with the HVX. An idea how the quality would compare to the uncomfortably expensive Marshall? I've just cancelled an order of a cheapy 7" svideo monitor. Thanks.
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Old September 15th, 2006, 09:02 AM   #12
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Steve,

Once I get my Component to VGA adapter, I'll let you know how my Xenarc 700YV works with my Z1U.

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Old September 15th, 2006, 09:10 AM   #13
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Thanks James

I look forward to your review.
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Old September 15th, 2006, 10:53 AM   #14
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I call these disposable monitors. These are fine for framing and OK for focus but they are extremely inconsistent and fragile. They are made for car-puters, not field work. By the time you get them to work for HD you will be upwards of $500+ and well on your way to owning the Marshall.



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Old September 15th, 2006, 11:42 AM   #15
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I have the Xenarc 800 version. It's an 8 inch 4:3 screen and it's great. Made of high quality durable aluminum metal, heavy but very sturdy. I've dropped it a couple times and it still performs like a champ. Sharp, but no S-video in so it degrades it a little. Still I use it for focusing with no problem with my FX1 and Brevis.

Here we're using it to monitor the feed from the crane:
http://blog.thelifeguardmovie.com/up...ot4-787760.jpg
http://blog.thelifeguardmovie.com/up...ot3-793707.jpg

It's got a screwmount on the bottom, standard 1/4" like on a camcorder so you can just screw on the mountplate for any tripod and put it on.

Also, if you're using a 35mm adapter and require the image to be flipped, the Xenarc has a both vertical and horizontal flip function accessible from the menu.

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http://blog.thelifeguardmovie.com/uploaded_images/poolshoot3-793707.jpg
That's fine for pros but for us penny-pinchers "well on your way" doesn't mean "halfway there." Marshalls are near $1k.
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