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Subject: Monitors for the C128
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Date: Sun, 12-Jul-87 15:45:51 EDT
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Posted: Sun Jul 12 15:45:51 1987
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I've recently purchased a C128 after a C64 "meltdown." The vt52
emulator I use supports 80 columns, but the 1701 monitor I have
obviously can not sharply display the characters. I'd like to use
a better emulator (vt100) and have less eyestrain, so I am looking
for advice on what monitors I might consider.

I've missed any discussions on the relative merits of various monitors
for use with the C128. Is the 1902 the best choice? CMO advertises an
Amiga 1080 to C128 adapter cable. Is the 1080 a better monitor than
the 1902? Recent ads list the 1902 at costs of $250 to $290 and the
1080 at costs of $260 to $370, so I presume there is some added value
to having a 1080. What about non-Commodore monitors (e.g., Amdek, NEC
Magnavox, ...) in the $250 to $400 range? Any I should avoid or
be attracted to? Any limitations (or added value over 1902) when using
these with the C128?

If this is one of those "beaten to death" topics, I would appreciate
e-mail from anyone who has saved copies of previous discussions on
monitors. Otherwise, respond to me or the net. I'll summarize and
post any replies I've received, if there is sufficient interest.

Thanks.