LG LCD Monitors for CHEAP! Great for DIY projectors or computer monitors...
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LG LCD Monitors for CHEAP! Great for DIY projectors or computer monitors...
<FONT SIZE="4"><FONT COLOR="#000099">Introduction</FONT></FONT>
Hello, I work at LG Electronics and can get monitors at employee prices. These monitors are great if you're doing a DIY projector. I've been wanting to build one for quite a while but never had a place to get a decently priced LCD panel. I will update on this thread which monitors have been tested. If you've torn apart any of the monitors, please keep me updated on any FFC issues so I can warn any buyers. If you would like to learn more about a DIY projector, check out http://www.lumenlab.com/forums.
<FONT SIZE="4"><FONT COLOR="#000099">Televisions</FONT></FONT>
I cannot get tvs to sell, sorry. For those who have already asked me about them, I'll still try but don't hold your breath. TVs are hard to get because most of them are sold to people who bribe or have connections. Also I can only get one TV a month and am purchasing two 50" plasmas for the apartment, so it will be a while before I even have TVs to sell. Usually when I do get televisions, I sell them locally because I can ask higher prices than from internet users, and don't have to worry about shipping.
<FONT SIZE="4"><FONT COLOR="#000099">Monitors</FONT></FONT>
They do not come with manuals; they come with a vga and power cable. They all have DVI-D and VGA inputs unless stated otherwise. None of the monitors have any other inputs. These monitors are refurbished which means there was a reason they were returned and they cannot be sold to public again. The defects could be anything from dead/stuck pixel(s), scratches on the screen or plastic around it, light leakage, or mura zones. So far I haven't had any monitors fail out of over 30 screens.
<FONT SIZE="4"><FONT COLOR="#000099">Prices</FONT></FONT>
I was using flat-rate prices for the monitors, but I think it would be more better for everyone if I offered the monitors at different prices. It isn't too fair to sell one person a nearly perfect monitor for the same price as someone that got one with more defects. Unfortunately the sale ends with the new year, so prices will go up a little from what they were originally. I am trying to keep them as low as possible.
<FONT SIZE="4"><FONT COLOR="#000099">Shipping</FONT></FONT>
I used to just charge flat rate for monitors, but now I will get a quote and add it to the monitor price separately. I'm doing this because I noticed some packages were only about $10 to ship while others were over $25. I ship using UPS and package in bubble wrap and peanuts.
<FONT SIZE="4"><FONT COLOR="#000099">Defects</FONT></FONT>
Here's a list of possible defects and their descriptions. Whenever I buy monitors, they have a post-it attached that tells the defects that were found. I also run my own short test by filling the screen with different colors to check for scratches and dead/stuck pixels. I use a black screen to look for light leakage, and a grey screen to check for mura issues.
Light Leakage: This is basically light "leaking" from the edges of the monitor. Honestly, it's usually only barely noticeable on darker screens, which is why I use a black screen to look for them. If you plan on using the screen for a projector, it won't be a problem since the backlight isn't used.
Dead/Stuck Pixel: This is where one or more pixels is "stuck" on a specific color. If you google "fix stuck pixel" you can find software that attempts to fix it, but I'm not sure how well the programs work. A dead pixel is one that isn't on. It's just black. Most monitors don't have a dead/stuck pixel, but the few that did only had one stuck pixel.
Scratch: Self-explanatory. I will tell you whether the scratches are on the screen or the surrounding plastic case.
Mura Zones: These are interesting. They are the hardest to recognize defect and along with light leakage is the most common defect. They are defined as regions of low contrast and ununiform brightness. The only "accurate" way to find these are with cameras and various algorithms, because "inspection results tend to depend on the operator." Worst cases you'll see a spot that looks shaded or like a smudge on the screen. Most of the time you can't even notice them. Again, this is backlight dependant defect, so if you're using it for a projector it won't affect the performance.
<FONT SIZE="4"><FONT COLOR="#000099">What's Available</FONT></FONT>
These are the specifications of the monitors I can possibly get. If something catches your eye, please post what you're interested in. Try not to PM me unless you have something you need to discuss. I'm not trying to be an *** but my inbox gets full way too quick and sometimes people that need to reach me regarding their sale cannot.
20"
Aspect Ratio: 4:3 or 16:10
Response: 5ms - 12ms
Contrast: 1400:1 - 2000:1
Resolution: 1680x1050 (widescreen)
19"
Aspect Ratio: 4:3
Response: 4ms - 12ms
Contrast: 1400:1
Resolution: 1280x1024
17"
Aspect Ratio: 4:3
Response: 4-12ms
Contrast: 1400:1
Resolution: 1280x1024
15"
Aspect Ratio: 4:3
Response: 16ms - 25ms
Contrast: ?
Resolution: 1024x768
<FONT SIZE="4"><FONT COLOR="#000099">How to Buy</FONT></FONT>
In the past, I tried to write everyone's name down and keep up with who wanted what. The problem is, there are way more people interested in monitors than I anticipated, and when I get something that someone wants, they change their mind or cannot be reached. Please subscribe to this thread if you are interested in purchasing something. Whenever I get monitors (1-2 times weekly) I will simply edit this main post and post that I have new monitors. You will receive an email that there's a new post, and it'll either be me or someone else. If you'd rather not be spammed with that
then just check here daily.
I will post at the bottom of the thread what I have for sale. If you see something you want, PM me and we'll set up the sale. Please don't pay me before I have the monitors! If you have a question, please ask in the thread and I'll answer so everyone with the same question will know the answer
I have removed the paypal to prevent it in the future. I'm not worried about not getting the monitor, I just don't like sitting around with someone's money! A couple of you have already cleared payments with me for monitors I don't have, but I promise as soon as I get them they'll be shipped out. Won't even be posted below 
<FONT SIZE="4"><FONT COLOR="#000099">For Sale!</FONT></FONT>
<FONT COLOR="red">L1732TQ-BF</FONT>
Resolution: 1280x1024
Contrast: 1400:1
Pitch: .264
Response: 4ms
Quantity: 3
$100 + shipping - Has one black speck on the screen, is very very small and hard to notice unless you're at the right angle, not sure if it's dead pixel but hard to find
$90 + shipping - One stuck green pixel
<FONT SIZE="4"><FONT COLOR="#000099">FFC</FONT></FONT>
Here I'll list the monitors that do/don't have FFC issues. If you're wondering what an FFC is, it's the extremely thin flat flexible cables that connect the screens to the boards. Be very careful to not break these when taking apart a monitor.
L1732TQ-BF <FONT COLOR="green">Good!</FONT>
<FONT SIZE="4"><FONT COLOR="#000099">Vouches</FONT></FONT>
The following people have purchased monitors from me. If I forgot your name please let me know.
HapHazard (lumenlab.com) (shipped)
Doug684 (homemadeturbo.com) (shipped)
dunks (lumenlab.com) (shipped)
Del Jones (lumenlab.com) (waiting on monitors)
Tribb333 (homemadeturbo.com) (shipped)
Psilotatsic (shroomery.org) (shipped)
z_eric2000 (lumenlab.com) (waiting on monitors)
LiQale (honda-tech.com) (shipped)
92hatcy (honda-tech.com) (shipped)
imprtfightr01 (homemadeturbo.com) (shipped)
spoolincoupe (homemadeturbo.com) (shipped)
excivicboy96 (homemadeturbo.com) (shipped)
Modified by Jorsher at 10:11 AM 1/2/2007
Hello, I work at LG Electronics and can get monitors at employee prices. These monitors are great if you're doing a DIY projector. I've been wanting to build one for quite a while but never had a place to get a decently priced LCD panel. I will update on this thread which monitors have been tested. If you've torn apart any of the monitors, please keep me updated on any FFC issues so I can warn any buyers. If you would like to learn more about a DIY projector, check out http://www.lumenlab.com/forums.
<FONT SIZE="4"><FONT COLOR="#000099">Televisions</FONT></FONT>
I cannot get tvs to sell, sorry. For those who have already asked me about them, I'll still try but don't hold your breath. TVs are hard to get because most of them are sold to people who bribe or have connections. Also I can only get one TV a month and am purchasing two 50" plasmas for the apartment, so it will be a while before I even have TVs to sell. Usually when I do get televisions, I sell them locally because I can ask higher prices than from internet users, and don't have to worry about shipping.
<FONT SIZE="4"><FONT COLOR="#000099">Monitors</FONT></FONT>
They do not come with manuals; they come with a vga and power cable. They all have DVI-D and VGA inputs unless stated otherwise. None of the monitors have any other inputs. These monitors are refurbished which means there was a reason they were returned and they cannot be sold to public again. The defects could be anything from dead/stuck pixel(s), scratches on the screen or plastic around it, light leakage, or mura zones. So far I haven't had any monitors fail out of over 30 screens.
<FONT SIZE="4"><FONT COLOR="#000099">Prices</FONT></FONT>
I was using flat-rate prices for the monitors, but I think it would be more better for everyone if I offered the monitors at different prices. It isn't too fair to sell one person a nearly perfect monitor for the same price as someone that got one with more defects. Unfortunately the sale ends with the new year, so prices will go up a little from what they were originally. I am trying to keep them as low as possible.
<FONT SIZE="4"><FONT COLOR="#000099">Shipping</FONT></FONT>
I used to just charge flat rate for monitors, but now I will get a quote and add it to the monitor price separately. I'm doing this because I noticed some packages were only about $10 to ship while others were over $25. I ship using UPS and package in bubble wrap and peanuts.
<FONT SIZE="4"><FONT COLOR="#000099">Defects</FONT></FONT>
Here's a list of possible defects and their descriptions. Whenever I buy monitors, they have a post-it attached that tells the defects that were found. I also run my own short test by filling the screen with different colors to check for scratches and dead/stuck pixels. I use a black screen to look for light leakage, and a grey screen to check for mura issues.
Light Leakage: This is basically light "leaking" from the edges of the monitor. Honestly, it's usually only barely noticeable on darker screens, which is why I use a black screen to look for them. If you plan on using the screen for a projector, it won't be a problem since the backlight isn't used.
Dead/Stuck Pixel: This is where one or more pixels is "stuck" on a specific color. If you google "fix stuck pixel" you can find software that attempts to fix it, but I'm not sure how well the programs work. A dead pixel is one that isn't on. It's just black. Most monitors don't have a dead/stuck pixel, but the few that did only had one stuck pixel.
Scratch: Self-explanatory. I will tell you whether the scratches are on the screen or the surrounding plastic case.
Mura Zones: These are interesting. They are the hardest to recognize defect and along with light leakage is the most common defect. They are defined as regions of low contrast and ununiform brightness. The only "accurate" way to find these are with cameras and various algorithms, because "inspection results tend to depend on the operator." Worst cases you'll see a spot that looks shaded or like a smudge on the screen. Most of the time you can't even notice them. Again, this is backlight dependant defect, so if you're using it for a projector it won't affect the performance.
<FONT SIZE="4"><FONT COLOR="#000099">What's Available</FONT></FONT>
These are the specifications of the monitors I can possibly get. If something catches your eye, please post what you're interested in. Try not to PM me unless you have something you need to discuss. I'm not trying to be an *** but my inbox gets full way too quick and sometimes people that need to reach me regarding their sale cannot.
20"
Aspect Ratio: 4:3 or 16:10
Response: 5ms - 12ms
Contrast: 1400:1 - 2000:1
Resolution: 1680x1050 (widescreen)
19"
Aspect Ratio: 4:3
Response: 4ms - 12ms
Contrast: 1400:1
Resolution: 1280x1024
17"
Aspect Ratio: 4:3
Response: 4-12ms
Contrast: 1400:1
Resolution: 1280x1024
15"
Aspect Ratio: 4:3
Response: 16ms - 25ms
Contrast: ?
Resolution: 1024x768
<FONT SIZE="4"><FONT COLOR="#000099">How to Buy</FONT></FONT>
In the past, I tried to write everyone's name down and keep up with who wanted what. The problem is, there are way more people interested in monitors than I anticipated, and when I get something that someone wants, they change their mind or cannot be reached. Please subscribe to this thread if you are interested in purchasing something. Whenever I get monitors (1-2 times weekly) I will simply edit this main post and post that I have new monitors. You will receive an email that there's a new post, and it'll either be me or someone else. If you'd rather not be spammed with that
then just check here daily.I will post at the bottom of the thread what I have for sale. If you see something you want, PM me and we'll set up the sale. Please don't pay me before I have the monitors! If you have a question, please ask in the thread and I'll answer so everyone with the same question will know the answer
I have removed the paypal to prevent it in the future. I'm not worried about not getting the monitor, I just don't like sitting around with someone's money! A couple of you have already cleared payments with me for monitors I don't have, but I promise as soon as I get them they'll be shipped out. Won't even be posted below <FONT SIZE="4"><FONT COLOR="#000099">For Sale!</FONT></FONT>
<FONT COLOR="red">L1732TQ-BF</FONT>
Resolution: 1280x1024
Contrast: 1400:1
Pitch: .264
Response: 4ms
Quantity: 3
$100 + shipping - Has one black speck on the screen, is very very small and hard to notice unless you're at the right angle, not sure if it's dead pixel but hard to find
$90 + shipping - One stuck green pixel
<FONT SIZE="4"><FONT COLOR="#000099">FFC</FONT></FONT>
Here I'll list the monitors that do/don't have FFC issues. If you're wondering what an FFC is, it's the extremely thin flat flexible cables that connect the screens to the boards. Be very careful to not break these when taking apart a monitor.
L1732TQ-BF <FONT COLOR="green">Good!</FONT>
<FONT SIZE="4"><FONT COLOR="#000099">Vouches</FONT></FONT>
The following people have purchased monitors from me. If I forgot your name please let me know.
HapHazard (lumenlab.com) (shipped)
Doug684 (homemadeturbo.com) (shipped)
dunks (lumenlab.com) (shipped)
Del Jones (lumenlab.com) (waiting on monitors)
Tribb333 (homemadeturbo.com) (shipped)
Psilotatsic (shroomery.org) (shipped)
z_eric2000 (lumenlab.com) (waiting on monitors)
LiQale (honda-tech.com) (shipped)
92hatcy (honda-tech.com) (shipped)
imprtfightr01 (homemadeturbo.com) (shipped)
spoolincoupe (homemadeturbo.com) (shipped)
excivicboy96 (homemadeturbo.com) (shipped)
Modified by Jorsher at 10:11 AM 1/2/2007
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sorry If its been asked 20 times, but I can just PM you a part number off one of those lists and you may or may not be able to get it? 
12-18-2006, 02:42 PM
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you can pm whatever models you want, but yeah i may or not be able to get them. just depends on what we get in.
Tell me what you're looking for and i can find some models that are close to what you want.
Tell me what you're looking for and i can find some models that are close to what you want.
12-18-2006, 05:17 PM
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I think your link is wrong.... I cant find a forum on your link, ands this is the home description
"Lumen Labs develops and manufactures state-of-the-art electro-optical systems for commercial and defense applications. Original equipment manufacturers large and small use Lumen to design their sophisticated laser-based products."
how is that related to LCDS?
"Lumen Labs develops and manufactures state-of-the-art electro-optical systems for commercial and defense applications. Original equipment manufacturers large and small use Lumen to design their sophisticated laser-based products."
how is that related to LCDS?
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Re: LG LCD Monitors for CHEAP! Great for DIY projectors or computer monitors... (Jorsher)
