ACER AL2051W

[Teknikallysekure]

Alright fellas, I'd asked for a bunch of advice, and eventually decided on the Acer AL2051W as it was the most cost effective solution for a good ws gaming monitor.

Well, I got it and I promised a few of you I'd report back with the results.

So far I've gotta say, I'm stting at an S-IPS dell at my work, and the P-MVA on the Acer is more vivid, with only slightly darker blacks, but both rival my e90f gaming CRT from Viewsonic sitting on my desk at home, if not trump it(it's been around for a few years now).

I visually dragging things around on the desktop and jerking the mouse/typing(which I do very rapidly) could discern NO input lag, but I believe I need to get some games on it to really tell. Will do that here in a week or two the thing is unfortunately going in to storage while I'm on vacation.



I was wondering if there were any LCD calibration tips or tricks youguys suggested, or tests I should run it through to be certain of the quality?

Also, the Glossy screen I really enjoy, not detractive at all. Newegg shipping great as always, and no dead pixels I've scanned and see none!!!

Let me know if you have any questions.

 

[Scyles]

Good to hear. I figure this monitor is the best bang for your buck at around $200 if you want something better than TN.

 

[Teknikallysekure]

Well, it's insanely awesome, but my 9800 pro isn't quite driving it very well in games at 1680x1050.

Hahahaha, going on vacation, gonna grab an 8800 GTS 640 here when I get back. Ought to be alright for 1680x1050.

 

[blade52x]

Yeah I very much like this monitor as well. The glossy screen is awesome. I'm to busy looking at the vivid colors to notice any reflection even in the middle of the day. I am never buying a 6-bit TN panel again. It's hard to imagine that it even gets better with S-IPS.

And 20'' has a smaller dot pitch then many 22'' - sharper picture. That's pretty much why I bought a 20'' in the first place.

Sucks on the 9800Pro My 7900GS is holding up fine for now. STALKER does run a bit slow maxed at 1680x1050 - but it's playable. Haven't even tried Oblivion yet - but I probably should because I know the game will look even more amazing on this screen.

 

[TBONEU]

So far I've gotta say, I'm stting at an S-IPS dell at my work, and the P-MVA on the Acer is more vivid, with only slightly darker blacks, but both rival my e90f gaming CRT from Viewsonic sitting on my desk at home, if not trump it(it's been around for a few years now).

How in the heck do you find out what type of panels the manufactures' are using? I looked on Acer's web site and didn't even see this model mentioned only Value Line LCDS, yuck! Did you have to take it apart?

I'm also looking for a panel that will look look good for some photoshoping, but I would like something around 23" to 24" display.

 

[Teknikallysekure]

How in the heck do you find out what type of panels the manufactures' are using? I looked on Acer's web site and didn't even see this model mentioned only Value Line LCDS, yuck! Did you have to take it apart?

I'm also looking for a panel that will look look good for some photoshoping, but I would like something around 23" to 24" display.

Well, it's based on a combination of peoples experience in this forum, and simply being able to look at it and tell what kind it is.

The informations out there if you look for it.

 

[WhatTheSchmidt]

Yeah I very much like this monitor as well. The glossy screen is awesome. I'm to busy looking at the vivid colors to notice any reflection even in the middle of the day. I am never buying a 6-bit TN panel again. It's hard to imagine that it even gets better with S-IPS.

And 20'' has a smaller dot pitch then many 22'' - sharper picture. That's pretty much why I bought a 20'' in the first place.

Sucks on the 9800Pro My 7900GS is holding up fine for now. STALKER does run a bit slow maxed at 1680x1050 - but it's playable. Haven't even tried Oblivion yet - but I probably should because I know the game will look even more amazing on this screen.

lol I went from 9800pro(which I flashed to XT) to 7900gs as well...

I also have the Acer AL2051W and love it except for the dead pixels I got...I have a glob of well I really don't know the count but 3-5 dead pixels...so noticeable

other than that...I couldn't imagine a better 20" widescreen

 

[Masashi]

lol I went from 9800pro(which I flashed to XT) to 7900gs as well...

I also have the Acer AL2051W and love it except for the dead pixels I got...I have a glob of well I really don't know the count but 3-5 dead pixels...so noticeable

other than that...I couldn't imagine a better 20" widescreen

Are the dead pixels in the center of the screen?

 

[WhatTheSchmidt]

Are the dead pixels in the center of the screen?

no they are 1" off the right side about 5" from the bottom

so far I notice it with everything I do ><

I'm trying to give it a few days to forget about it but I don't think that will happen. You would think with the pixel pitch being smaller this would be sooo much less likely to happen too.

 

[Masashi]

If I recall correctly, Acer's Dead pixel policy is 2 in the center or 4 total. They also honor ISO 13406-II specifications.

You might want to call their support line and/or visit their website.

 

[WhatTheSchmidt]

If I recall correctly, Acer's Dead pixel policy is 2 in the center or 4 total. They also honor ISO 13406-II specifications.

You might want to call their support line and/or visit their website.

unfortunately the pixel policy is 4 per million...I have 1050x1680 so I need to have 8+ dead pixels apparently. If I have 2+ in the center it could also be replaced...I don't think I have any in the center and I'm not sure how many are in that cluster...but I would say I probably have 5...if that, so I'm screwed.

 

[blade52x]

You need to figure out a way to break 3 more pixels Though maybe Acer's policy is 4 pixels per million in area. So if you've got 4 of them in 1000x1000 pixel area, then you might be covered.

I looked on google and saw results... actually mentioned that gently rubbing the dead pixels for a few minutes (with a soft cloth - something that won't scratch the LCD) could actually fix them.

 

[WhatTheSchmidt]

You need to figure out a way to break 3 more pixels Though maybe Acer's policy is 4 pixels per million in area. So if you've got 4 of them in 1000x1000 pixel area, then you might be covered.

I looked on google and saw results... actually mentioned that gently rubbing the dead pixels for a few minutes (with a soft cloth - something that won't scratch the LCD) could actually fix them.

been trying that method to fix them, nothing yet..