CCFL Care

[311Sam]

So now that I have moved into the lcd world, I would like to know how to get the most out of the ccfl in my hp lp2065. On my crt I used to have the screen turn off after 15 minutes of idle time. With this lcd I am thinking of lowering it to maybe just 1 minute. But are ccfl's like fluorescent lights? Meaning do they have a starter circuit? I know with fluorescent lights if you turn them off and on too much it will burn the starter out. So should I worry about that with my lcd?

 

[JaguarSKX]

CCFL = Cold cathode fluorescent lamps

Starter Circuit? I would guess yes.

I still use my first LCD monitor that I bought back in 2002/2003, so long I can't exactly remember when. No problems with my Planar PX191 to this day. Your mileage may vary as a few people have experienced LCD failure within 2 or 3 years. I probably turned it on and off 3 or more times a day (easily). I guess-timate that I have turned it on and off at least 6,000 over the years.

It may or may not make a big difference, but the Planar PX191 was one of those premium 19" S-PVA monitors back in the day. I believe I paid $625+ for it, and that was when it was on sale.

I wouldn't worry about the starter circuit.