Resolution problem

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Resolution problem

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Hi everyone,

I just bought a "eVGA e-GeForce FX 5500 256MB AGP Graphics Card" with 1 vga, 1 DVI and 1 s-video out.

The card resolution should be

Resolution & Refresh
240 Hz Max Refresh Rate
2048 x 1536 x 32bit x 60 Hz Max Analog
1600 x 1200 Max Digital

I have 1 LCD 17" and BenQ DV-2680 LCD TV.

I used the vga out to connect to 17" and as I don't have DVI cable, I used the DVI-VGA adapter provided and connect to the vga of the 26".

The max resolution I was able to attain is:

17": 1280x1024 (this is ok)
26": 1024x768 (NOT OK!)

I want to be able to have at least wide screen resolution (1600x1024) on my 26". Is this doable if I use DVI cable for the 26"?

I tried display properties and using the video card software to change the 26" resolution, but I can't get higher than 1024x768. I have updated the driver from eVGA.

Someone please help me. Thanks a lot in advance!
 
The TV is telling your computer that the maximum supported resolution is 1024x768. I think I've seen this with some widescreen LCD TVs, telling the computer that it only supports 4:3 resolutions for better compatibilitty. You can try forcing it.

I'd suggest you use the Nvidia control panel, but if you're using the new layout it is complete crap.

The EASY solution: download Powerstrip. Force a 1280x768 @ 60Hz mode and see if it works. If it does, then maybe we can find you a more permanant solution without paying $30, but try Powerstrip before we do anything more complex.

See that advanced timings page? You can create any resolution your heart desires.
 
Check the TV manual. Lots of LCD TVs (esp 32") have maximum res of 1366x768 widescreen, or 1024x768 normal.

For high resolutions, you're better off with a good quality 19" to 22" widescreen monitor that supports 1920x1440.
 
Your not going to be able to do 1600x1024 on that tv. The resolution is only 1280x768. Here are the specs.

Display Features Diagonal Size 26 in
HDTV Compatible Yes
Aspect Ratio 15:9
Comb Filter 3D-Y/C digital
Contrast Ratio 600:1
Brightness 600 cd/m2
Viewing Angle 170 degrees
Display Resolution 1280 x 768
Pitch 0.4425 mm
Progressive Scan Capability Yes
3:2 Pulldown Compensation Yes
Widescreen Modes Auto Wide
 
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