Difference between revisions of "Video Overview"
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'''For a detailed presentation of the different types of video rendering - ie: native scanlines vs scaled rendering (which includes arcade CRT vs standard LCD) - go to Arcade Controls post (in the Monitor/Video sub-forum) : | '''For a detailed presentation of the different types of video rendering - ie: native scanlines vs scaled rendering (which includes arcade CRT vs standard LCD) - go to Arcade Controls post (in the Monitor/Video sub-forum) : | ||
http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php?topic=66402.msg858277#msg858277 | http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php?topic=66402.msg858277#msg858277 | ||
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+ | '''It is easier than ever to have a native set-up, but it isn't automatic, and particularly as there are many different possible combinations of hardware, different solutions will be necessary. Almost all are documented on the forums. | ||
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Revision as of 14:23, 17 July 2008
A general overview of the different display methods and orientations explaining the pros and cons of each should go here
For a detailed presentation of the different types of video rendering - ie: native scanlines vs scaled rendering (which includes arcade CRT vs standard LCD) - go to Arcade Controls post (in the Monitor/Video sub-forum) :
http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php?topic=66402.msg858277#msg858277
As well, one should read either or both of the following links before attempting a native display set-up:
http://easymamecab.mameworld.net/
http://kirurg.org/emame/timing/
It is easier than ever to have a native set-up, but it isn't automatic, and particularly as there are many different possible combinations of hardware, different solutions will be necessary. Almost all are documented on the forums.
Relevant Links:
- PC2Jamma Arcade Monitor Overview
- Oscar Controls' Monitor close-up comparison
- Retroblast WG D9200 Review
- Zektors Vector Generator
- HowStuffWorks CRTs TVs and Monitors