Dual output for two projectors?

[QwertyJuan]

What would you suggest?? We are going to have a dual LCD projector setup soon, and they want me to build a machine to do this.

#1. Will dual head allow two DIFFERENT desktops at the same time?? If not, how would I run say, two powerpoints at the same time on the same machine??

#2. I was thinking of on of those Matrox 650's for this(i was told they were the best for dual head?? just hearsay though)..... would this be good for what it will be used for? Or would just a plain old Geforce4 MX with dual DVI for 1/3 price be just as good??

Thanx, QwertyJuan

 

[QwertyJuan]

I know it's not gaming guys, but it's still vard card isn't it?? ANy suggestions??

QJ

 

[rcolbert]

If it's AGP then there are a few 9600's out there that have dual DVI. Any dual head solution will allow you to have different apps open on either display.

Try this one:

http://www.newegg.com/app/viewprodu...14-161-115&CMP=OTC-pr1c3watch&ATT=Video+Cards

 

[QwertyJuan]

so is there a reason why I would pick a 9600 over a half-priced GF4MX if the ONLY thing I am doing is Powerpoint??

QJ

 

[QwertyJuan]

like this one for isntance

http://www.newegg.com/app/ViewProductDesc.asp?description=14-130-171&depa=0

$35.00

QJ

 

[rcolbert]

If powerpoints were the only thing, then the only reason might be to obtain dual-DVI functionality rather than using analog video. You'll get much sharper output from LCD projectors with DVI assuming the projectors support it.

The 9600 was simply the lowest cost Dual-DVI option I found with my limited search.

http://www.newegg.com/app/ViewProduct.asp?submit=property&DEPA=1

 

[QwertyJuan]

ok, I didn't realize DVI made a difference in quality... so if that is the case, that is what I will look into, thanx for your time man.

QJ