Can I get 1920x1080 resolution from my TZ

[nicparke]

I've just bought a new external monitor that requires a resolution of 1920x1080. My TZ laptop display settings don't offer that resolution. I've downloaded the latest Intel drivers. I'm having to use the new monitor at

1680x1050 which gives me a slightly fuzzy image. How do I get the TZ to offer the 1920x1080 res?

[Blencogo]

Hi nicparke and welcome.

I don't think there is any easy way to do this with Intel GMA Graphics.

You will probably need to try PowerStrip to design a custom resolution.

http://www.ramelectronics.net/powerstrip.ep

[nicparke]

Thanks for the prompt response.

[nicparke]

Just looked at the Powerstrip guide. It says I can't do a custom resolution with the Intel graphics card. Any other options?

[Blencogo]

I am sure I read somwhere that there is a beta version of PowerStrip that works with Intel GMA.  I'll have a look and see if I can find a link..........  Ah it seems PowerStrip 3.74.594 has custom Intel GMA support: -

http://forummru.freeforums.org/entech-powerstrip-3-74-594-t558.html

Alternatively, you may find this of interest: -

http://software.intel.com/en-us/articles/custom-resolutions-on-intel-graphics/

[nicparke]

Can I actually get 1920x1080 through the VGA cable from the laptop to the separate monitor.

[Blencogo]

Yes it should be possible as long as your monitor accepts this resolution via VGA - check the instruction book.

Usually monitors will but most TVs will not.

[nicparke]

Thanks for your advice so far.

Checked the instruction book. It doesn't tell me. The monitor is a Samsung Syncmaster F2380. It came with a VGA and other cables so I assume it should do 1920x1080 through the VGA cable.

[Thalamus.]

Hi nicpark,

Assuming your monitor is a LS23NVTABW then here is a link for the Samsung F2380 23' montior specifications