HP LP2475w, IPS 24" Official Thread! (Now Available from OcUK)

Phoned HP today to get a definitive answer on the HDCP saga. They couldn't tell me if it did or didn't or explain why the US site mentions it and the UK doesn't. The fact it wasn't in the UK might have had something to do with it. So I am now thinking of looking for something else since it does categorically say on HP's site. The search continues... :(
 
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builder22 said:
my ps3 works fne with this monitor, never tried blu-rays but games are fine...
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Over HDMI or DVI? I read somewhere that the PS3 works on non HDCP ports as HDCP has not turned on for games yet?

Manufacturers should provide far more detailed descriptions of their product to eliminate any chance of ambiguity

~Hawk
 
CyberHawk said:
Over HDMI or DVI? I read somewhere that the PS3 works on non HDCP ports as HDCP has not turned on for games yet?

Manufacturers should provide far more detailed descriptions of their product to eliminate any chance of ambiguity

~Hawk
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didn't some people have problems with the OcUK Value *VA panel and the PS3 as it lacked HDCP. It's doubtful if the DVI have HDCP that the HDMI port doesn't - and even if that is the case, just use an HDMI to DVI cable and the problem is solved.
 
Finally decided to go with the HP ordered it two minutes ago with Saturday delivery, so hopefully it will arrive on the 25th. Having spoken to colleagues at work about how good Overclocker's delivery is, I have every reason to expect it :)

Thanks to all who helped with my questions, very much appreciated :)

~Hawk
 
philjohn said:
My pleasure, if you want some "instant gratification" with the colours, try the following (cannot remember what forum these were on, either here or on the red and black one):

HP-LP2475w-Profile_C-82_B-12__D65-2.2-120-0.20_.rar

Follow the settings in the word document or text file, and use the ICC profile with a LUT loader like the following (their website has recently gone down, so I'm posting a RS link to it, it's freeware though, so hopefully no foul): LUTManager_setup_1.1.0.45.msi

These profile and settings (at least on my panel) are the best I've come across and will do me until I can get an Eye One Display LT (most places seem out of stock at the mo with 2 month lead times).
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is it also best to do the rgb and contrast changes along with these?
 
Well after going through several monitors, Hyundai, OCUK, Acer G24, Hazro 24i x 2, and Benq FP241W, I have to say this is the best monitor out of all (IMO). The Blacks are excellent no detectable input lag in games, and very good quality... I thoroughly recommend it!!
 
cataferal said:
Just for reference: did you calibrate yours at all? I cant afford a high-end monitor and a colorimeter. Did you manage without?
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Same here it simply boggles and blows my mind how they expect customers to then spend another £200 after the £400 screen, I remember one chap a few post or possible on the hazro thread said 'Cant we rent out a Calibrator' :p

They should at least be calibrated for that sorta money or presets/software or even chuck in a 50 quid calibrator to get ya started at least lol

£500-600 is far too excessive for a screen thats not even perfect, was the reason why I was gonna just go back to TN Panel 24" Dell 2409 £199.99 special offer, which offers no real issues/problems apart from the TN Panel ;)

But am intrigued over the past year too see what all the fuss has been about PVA/IPS panels having never really used one or seen one.
 
HighlandeR said:
Same here it simply boggles and blows my mind how they expect customers to then spend another £200 after the £400 screen, I remember one chap a few post or possible on the hazro thread said 'Cant we rent out a Calibrator' :p

They should at least be calibrated for that sorta money or presets/software or even chuck in a 50 quid calibrator to get ya started at least lol

£500-600 is far too excessive for a screen thats not even perfect, was the reason why I was gonna just go back to TN Panel 24" Dell 2409 £199.99 special offer, which offers no real issues/problems apart from the TN Panel ;)

But am intrigued over the past year too see what all the fuss has been about PVA/IPS panels having never really used one or seen one.
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It wouldn't be feasible to pre-calibrate (or supply a generic calibrated profile) for monitors before sending them out for a few very good reasons:
  • It would add a substantial amount to the list price
  • Calibration is also dependent on the ambient lighting where the monitor is used
  • Every panel is slightly different (this rules out a generic profile)
  • You need to keep re-calibrating every couple of weeks as the panel continually changes (backlight fades etc.)
  • Some people calibrate to different gamma and white point values

Remember, even at the higher end of the market, margins are pretty low and competition fierce - adding to the cost of a monitor normally isn't an option.

There are monitors that come with calibration devices, but these tend to have internal LUT's and cost over £1000
 
KD911AT#ABU or KD911AT

Does anyone know the differences between the two of these maufacturing codes for the HP LP2475w. The KD911AT#ABU is listed as £30 cheaper than the KD911AT. KD911AT is genrally going for 458 and the KD911AT#ABU is going for 428.

What are the differences? Is it firmware? Anyone know?
 
awaybreaktoday said:
KD911AT#ABU or KD911AT

Does anyone know the differences between the two of these maufacturing codes for the HP LP2475w. The KD911AT#ABU is listed as £30 cheaper than the KD911AT. KD911AT is genrally going for 458 and the KD911AT#ABU is going for 428.

What are the differences? Is it firmware? Anyone know?
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Cheaper is the promo price and the other is the "let business buyers think they get a deal when we lower it" price.
 
philjohn said:
Cheaper is the promo price and the other is the "let business buyers think they get a deal when we lower it" price.
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I called the site today asking them if they knew the difference, they contacted HP and HP said their is no difference, got another call back from them saying that they have removed the more expensive code from listing until all stock of the cheaper listing has gone, very suprised they have done that.
 
Well. I've put my money where my mouth is, and committed myself to an order for the LP2475w. I'll see if I can manage without a calibrator, and post the pictures to show the best results. And hey, if it doesnt work out, I'll just buy a cheap one like the Spyder 2 Express. It's not industry standard, sure, but it shouldnt be too far off the mark.

I'm mainly going to be testing the PS3, 360, Wii, and a variety of older consoles, for those interested in the non-PC functionality. Lets put those other inputs to good use. :)
 
cataferal said:
Well. I've put my money where my mouth is, and committed myself to an order for the LP2475w. I'll see if I can manage without a calibrator, and post the pictures to show the best results. And hey, if it doesnt work out, I'll just buy a cheap one like the Spyder 2 Express. It's not industry standard, sure, but it shouldnt be too far off the mark.

I'm mainly going to be testing the PS3, 360, Wii, and a variety of older consoles, for those interested in the non-PC functionality. Lets put those other inputs to good use. :)
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I will be getting Pantone Huey Pro (only about £80) to go with mine, will be ordering mine on friday and will be posting pics on the saturday.

http://www.tftcentral.co.uk/reviews/pantone_huey.htm
 
Wow. Results look excellent from the TFTCentral tests, and at £80 thats a steal (and almost as good as Lacie's). The reviews on amazon - particulalrly .com - are concerning though. Half of them have had a bad experience with it.

Strangely, the standard (cheaper) Pantone Huey received less complaints. I'm not sure what to think; it's quite likely the outcome of this colorimeter depends on which monitor your working with. It's bound to improve some screens more than others.

I'll definitely look into it a little fuirther though. Hopefully the people with bad reviews simply didnt know how to use it, or failed to download the latest software update.
 
cataferal said:
Wow. Results look excellent from the TFTCentral tests, and at £80 thats a steal (and almost as good as Lacie's). The reviews on amazon - particulalrly .com - are concerning though. Half of them have had a bad experience with it.

Strangely, the standard (cheaper) Pantone Huey received less complaints. I'm not sure what to think; it's quite likely the outcome of this colorimeter depends on which monitor your working with. It's bound to improve some screens more than others.

I'll definitely look into it a little fuirther though. Hopefully the people with bad reviews simply didnt know how to use it, or failed to download the latest software update.
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Apparently pantone had a bit of an issue, but if you go the warranty route they'll send a working one (if you have any problems).

For £40 more though you could get an Eye One Display 2 LT.
 
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