New dual TFT setup and Ergotron LX Dual Display Lift Stand

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Hi,

I've been using the Viewsonic VX912 for quite some time now and rate it highly. My review here.

I've bought a VX922 as I multitask and need the extra space. I didn't go for a widescreen as I didn't want to shorten the lifespan of each overall system upgrade I make and I'm anal and like symmetry. So here is my new dual TFT setup...

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The VX922 is brighter which was annoying initially as my VX912 has lost its brightness over time and the VX922 is probably brighter spec wise. Not bothered about it now.

I also bought the Ergotron LX Dual Display Lift Stand for £140 which in my opinion is very good value. Here are more details...

Ergotron LX Dual Display Lift Stand

TFTs at lowest position...

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TFTs at highest position...

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Back of the TFTs with the cable management...

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The stand took about half an hour to put together which included mounting the TFTs onto it. The main parts are the feet, post, crossbar and mounts. The sensitivity of the lift and tilt mechanisms are adjusted using an allen key. Once adjusted correctly the lift (13cm) and tilt (20 degs) are effortless and smooth in motion. The tilt requires more effort but I haven't yet found the sweet spot in terms of adjustment as the tilt is adjusted via two screws whereas the lift is one screw. Pan and rotation are 10 degs and 90 degs respectively. The cable management is nothing special. It's difficult to see but the cables are passed along the silver crossbar, over the post and down.

Highly recommend the stand and VX922. :)
 
Baddass said:
looks very nice :)
Cheers mate :)
yanguangz said:
One more thing------A decent stand for your mug! ;)
lol, I placed it there to make everything look bigger. Not sure if that worked. :p
Mud said:
A decent aftermarket stand can improve a screen immeasurably, I approve :D
Yup, the standard stand, although sturdy, did not allow for rotation and was ugly!
 
REF:The VX922 is brighter which was annoying initially as my VX912 has lost its brightness over time and the VX922 is probably brighter spec wise. Not bothered about it now.

I have the same problem here . I have belinea 22" and dell 1905 19" (about 2 years old) the belinea is much brighter than the dell. It was a bit annoying in the beginning, than I found out that the darker screen is much better for text or browsing, and the brighter one is perfect for movie and games.

I am happy about what it is now. here is my setup below.
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Nice setup mate. I agree with the movies and games comment there. Saves me from increasing gamma in games or video overlay brightness. You got a link to that wallpaper? 1280 x 1024 if possible please? Cheers :)
 
How much did the stand set you back mate? Got a couple of dells here but would prefer them on one stand?

Also, do they do a 3 monitor stand? Quite fancy adding another one to my collection!
 
Very nice!

I have the same stand mate, with 2x Dell 2001fp's. I also have the issue with one monitor being brighter than the other! Its really annoying...

My secondary monitor almost has a greenish hue to it. Really disappointing. Considering returning it, though they've discontinued that model and a replacement wouldn't match!

Ah well, nice stand!
 
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