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    HDMI laptops=HDMI Monitors?

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by Topspin14m, Jul 14, 2007.

  1. Topspin14m

    Topspin14m Notebook Consultant

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    Anyone think that Dell is going to refresh their monitor line soon to include HDMI inputs? I'm getting the m1330 and want an external monitor for home. I think it is pretty silly that the Dell monitors have DVI and the m1330 only has HDMI. I might end up with the BenQ FP241W...

    P.S. I know I can get a converter cable and use a Dell monitor through DVI...I just think it's sort of annoying.
     
    Topspin14m, Jul 14, 2007
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  2. The_Duke_Of_Eli

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    Well, you won't see a difference between HDMI and DVI on smaller monitors, because they're both purely digital signals. Although HDMI natively carries audio as well. It's not really THAT much of a hassle just to buy a cable and not limit your options.
     
    The_Duke_Of_Eli, Jul 14, 2007
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  3. Phritz

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    There is no difference between HDMI and dual-link DVI in image and bandwith. Single-link DVI only supports 1080p, whilst HDMI and dual link support 1600p, the only difference is that HDMI supports 8 channels of sound (7.1) however monitors do not support that lol, thats why I prefer my current setup of DVI to my hdtv and an optical to my receiver.
     
    Phritz, Jul 14, 2007
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  4. chuck232

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    If you have a HDMI->DVI converter, it doesn't matter. It's all digital anyways.

    But you're right - DVI also takes up a large space on the monitor I/O. However, HDMI's audio output is sort of wasted on those monitors. I think you'll probably see DisplayPort start popping up soon. I believe Dell is supporting that standard.
     
    chuck232, Jul 14, 2007
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    Anyone know where to get the correct HDMI to DVI Adapter (for cheap?) and I guess I need a female HDMI and male DVI on the adapter...can anyone help?

    Thanks,
     
    mark500, Aug 21, 2007
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    Chuckles Notebook Consultant

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    Chuckles, Aug 21, 2007
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    I dont think monitors will ever have HDMI inputs because HDMI includes audio as well.... DVI itself is digital and there will not be much difference between DVI and HDMI...
     
    TuxDude, Aug 22, 2007
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  8. jmoore

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    i got my convertor off ebay for about $10 AUD
     
    jmoore, Aug 22, 2007
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