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April 06, 2004

Wanted: Small, Cheap LCD Screen

I'm looking for an LCD screen suitable for using as a low-res PC display in the 5" to 8" range. Something like this 7" Quixun panel would be ideal, but it doesn't have to be new or dedicated for this purpose. Maybe even a screen from a portable DVD player might work. It'd be great if it was also a touch-screen, but that's not a hard requirement.

Anybody have any leads for this or ideas where to search? Thanks in advance!

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Try xenarc.com They're already shipping a 7" screen that looks almost exactly like the one Quixun just announced. The 700TSV model has vga input, 2 composite inputs, 800x480 res, high brightness for sun glare in automotive use, and a touchscreen via usb. I once heard their warranty only works if you buy through their site though.

Posted by x x at April 6, 2004 03:56 PM

Parts Express up in Springboro has a good selection in the 5-7" range. They go from $130-160 and their only drawback is that they are built for auto use so would need an AC/DC power supply.

Posted by Mitch at April 6, 2004 04:19 PM

Mmmh i would also be interested in a pretty small tft screen but for a mini desktop, using one of theses tiny micro-atx motherboard and a few low end component ... Maybe someone know where to buy below 14' tft screen ?

Posted by Francois at April 6, 2004 04:28 PM

Hmm...Xenarc has some pretty sweet deals. I'll have to check out Parts Express next time I'm up in 'Boro, though. Thanks, guys!

Francois, check out Xenarc...sounds exactly like what you're after.

Posted by Craig at April 6, 2004 08:43 PM

www.merconnet.com have all manner of screens, dvd players etc.

Posted by paul at April 7, 2004 01:17 PM

www.merconnet.com have all manner of screens, dvd players etc.

Posted by paul at April 7, 2004 01:17 PM