23" ACD dual set-up. Potential issue with buttons location! at DVinfo.net

Ram Purad · February 2nd, 2008, 09:14 AM

Hey guys,

I'm planning on getting a new Mac Pro. Thinking of buying 2 23"ACDs for a dual monitor set-up. I was looking at the specification of the monitor and I noticed that the On/Off and other monitor control buttons are located on the right side of the panel. If I were to have 2 of these side by side, won't the left side monitor's control will be blocked by the other one assuming that I'm going to place them touching each other. I also hear that these buttons are very sensitive. Can anyone with this set-up explain how this could be avoided? Thanks for your help.

Chris Soucy · February 2nd, 2008, 10:43 AM

I'm not personally aquainted with the units you've mentioned so cannot comment specifically, but would put forward this for consideration.......

My Dell 24" sits on my desk 24/7, month after month, and after it's initial setup, doesn't get touched, ever, except for the occasional go over with a vacuum cleaner.

The power switch is never thrown (that's what "standby" is for) and none of the other controls need to be accessed because it's already set up.

In the unlikely event I need access to one of the card slots in the side, I simply push/ pull one edge and it rotates on it's stand (which is what it's for) to allow access.

Quite why you would need constant access to the controls thus has me somewhat perplexed - if you're adjusting colour/ brightness or other parameters on your screen(s) due to differences in your footage, perhaps you need to review your work practices.

As for "sensitive" controls, well, a delicate touch never goes amiss.

CS

Andy Mees · February 2nd, 2008, 10:46 AM

spot on, Chris

Ram Purad · February 2nd, 2008, 11:44 AM

Thanks Chris...

That's what I figured, but just wanted to confirm before I invest in couple of these badboys... My biggest concern was the sensitive buttons that might cause some issue when two of them put together side by side....

Thanks for your help.

Edward Carlson · February 2nd, 2008, 02:32 PM

The buttons are touch sensitive, like the old iPod controls. Unless the thing touching the buttons is made of human skin, nothing should happen. The buttons are also countersunk in the plastic to avoid accidental activation.

Andrew Kimery · February 2nd, 2008, 02:47 PM

As far as ergonomics goes, I don't think you'd want to put them flush side by side as that seems like it would be uncomfortable to use after not too long. Every time I've worked w/the two monitors (including the 23" ACDs) I've always had at least one of them angled towards me.

-A

February 2nd, 2008, 09:14 AM	#1
Ram Purad Regular Crew Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Toronto, Canada Posts: 171	23" ACD dual set-up. Potential issue with buttons location! Hey guys, I'm planning on getting a new Mac Pro. Thinking of buying 2 23"ACDs for a dual monitor set-up. I was looking at the specification of the monitor and I noticed that the On/Off and other monitor control buttons are located on the right side of the panel. If I were to have 2 of these side by side, won't the left side monitor's control will be blocked by the other one assuming that I'm going to place them touching each other. I also hear that these buttons are very sensitive. Can anyone with this set-up explain how this could be avoided? Thanks for your help. __________________ Ram Purad :: Aspiring Event Filmmaker http://www.butterflysquad.com

February 2nd, 2008, 10:43 AM	#2
Chris Soucy Inner Circle Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Fairfield, Dunedin, New Zealand Posts: 3,689 Images: 18	Hi Ram............... I'm not personally aquainted with the units you've mentioned so cannot comment specifically, but would put forward this for consideration....... My Dell 24" sits on my desk 24/7, month after month, and after it's initial setup, doesn't get touched, ever, except for the occasional go over with a vacuum cleaner. The power switch is never thrown (that's what "standby" is for) and none of the other controls need to be accessed because it's already set up. In the unlikely event I need access to one of the card slots in the side, I simply push/ pull one edge and it rotates on it's stand (which is what it's for) to allow access. Quite why you would need constant access to the controls thus has me somewhat perplexed - if you're adjusting colour/ brightness or other parameters on your screen(s) due to differences in your footage, perhaps you need to review your work practices. As for "sensitive" controls, well, a delicate touch never goes amiss. CS

February 2nd, 2008, 11:44 AM	#4
Ram Purad Regular Crew Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Toronto, Canada Posts: 171	Thanks Chris... That's what I figured, but just wanted to confirm before I invest in couple of these badboys... My biggest concern was the sensitive buttons that might cause some issue when two of them put together side by side.... Thanks for your help. __________________ Ram Purad :: Aspiring Event Filmmaker http://www.butterflysquad.com

February 2nd, 2008, 10:46 AM	#3
Andy Mees Major Player Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Posts: 645	spot on, Chris

February 2nd, 2008, 02:32 PM	#5
Edward Carlson Major Player Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: North Hollywood, CA, United States Posts: 807	The buttons are touch sensitive, like the old iPod controls. Unless the thing touching the buttons is made of human skin, nothing should happen. The buttons are also countersunk in the plastic to avoid accidental activation.

February 2nd, 2008, 02:47 PM	#6
Andrew Kimery Major Player Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 352	As far as ergonomics goes, I don't think you'd want to put them flush side by side as that seems like it would be uncomfortable to use after not too long. Every time I've worked w/the two monitors (including the 23" ACDs) I've always had at least one of them angled towards me. -A