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Boone
08-24-2003, 03:24 PM
Is this possible and if so how would I go about doing it?
lllSmokelll
08-24-2003, 03:27 PM
yea, theres an adapter, search google
PapaSKooT
08-24-2003, 03:29 PM
You need to look for something called a "VGA adapter", such as this one...


http://www.x2vga.com/images/x2vga_pic1.jpg

http://www.x2vga.com/images/oxm_editorschoice_small.gif

"We've been testing and searching for the perfect VGA adapter ever since the Xbox launched, and while we've seen a few that worked, none do the job quite like the X2VGA adaptor."

"...your Xbox will display the same resolutions it can on an HDTV..."

"Colors, resolution, and details pop...the difference is astonishing."
cited from OXM's review on X2VGA (9/2003)

List Price:US$ 84.95 Now Only US$ 64.95!

http://www.x2vga.com/x2vga_info_eng.php
Reclaimer
08-25-2003, 05:05 AM
Hmm... Never considered trying that. But, I dig my 36in TV so I guess that'll go on the back burner.
But playing on a 20 inch monitor at near HDTV? Decisions...
seddy
08-25-2003, 01:37 PM
IS THIS TING OUT IN THE UK AND HOW MUCH DOES IT COST AND WERE CAN U GET IT FROM??
PapaSKooT
08-25-2003, 01:49 PM
Originally posted by seddy
IS THIS TING OUT IN THE UK AND HOW MUCH DOES IT COST AND WERE CAN U GET IT FROM??

Before you drop the cash on this adapter, i suggest you get one of these first:


http://www.circuitcity.com/IMAGE/product/hires/mi/EC.MI.KB650I.CN.JPG

The Caps Lock Key seems to be stuck on the one youre using now.
AloneInTheDark
08-25-2003, 01:58 PM
Like watching an hdtv? I may have to get one of these :)
Yannie Boy
08-25-2003, 03:29 PM
hmmmmmmmmmmmmm does sound good.......does anyone even has one to prove these statements?
Titty
08-25-2003, 04:14 PM
i play xbox on a 42" zenith HDTV ... damm hdtv cords to allow xbox to use it cost 100$. 100$ for 3 wires :/
webdaemon
08-25-2003, 05:26 PM
yeah but its HDTV!!!!! :D
Highlite23
08-26-2003, 09:06 PM
Originally posted by webdaemon
yeah but its HDTV!!!!! :D

Nuff' Said!:cool:
halo_demon
08-28-2003, 09:30 PM
Hey i've got a dollar with some lucky guy's name on it.Willing to trade dollar for 50 inch hdtv.No strings!
Madonion
08-29-2003, 05:55 PM
If you want to display 480p, 720p, 1080i on your monitor for the Xbox then yes the X2VGA High Definition VGA Pack is for you but if you want to hook up your Xbox & a progressive scan DVD player to your monitor then I would suggest the Component VGA Box.

http://www.play-asia.com/paos-13-70c95057.html
DocHoliday78
08-30-2003, 02:29 AM
Whats a progressive scan DVD player?
SPARTAN VI
08-30-2003, 05:28 AM
Didn't I make this thread in the otl? :eek: :watchout:
Madonion
08-30-2003, 08:04 AM
Originally posted by DocHoliday78
Whats a progressive scan DVD player?

http://www.panasonic.com/consumer_electronics/dvd_players/progscan.asp
Ford Mustang
08-30-2003, 05:52 PM
Originally posted by SPARTAN VI
Didn't I make this thread in the otl? :eek: :watchout:

As a matter of fact, you did. :watchout:

I think I might get this. The image quality would be awesome, and I have a 21" monitor so size is no problem. It would be easier to carry a monitor than a TV also if you have like a 17". Good stuff. It's still kinda on the expensive side, though. :)
DocHoliday78
08-30-2003, 07:20 PM
Originally posted by Madonion


http://www.panasonic.com/consumer_electronics/dvd_players/progscan.asp

Those are pretty cool. So basically all it does it just make DVD's look better?
Madonion
08-30-2003, 07:52 PM
Originally posted by DocHoliday78


Those are pretty cool. So basically all it does it just make DVD's look better?

If you have an HDTV that can display 480p or 720p then you will not need that adapter but you will need the progressive scan DVD player. The images look alot better. You dont see artifacts or pixelation. Crisp clean images.

If you dont have an HDTV like me and many others then you can use your monitor. Most modern monitors can display it. You will need to get that adapter at the link. Im going to get one. I ordered some cables from them and waiting on them now. If my order shows up then I will order the adapter next. I bought their Xbox controller to PC usb cords. I want to use my Xbox controller on my PC and it's cheaper than buying a whole new controller.
carlbme
08-30-2003, 08:48 PM
Originally posted by PapaShaddix
You need to look for something called a "VGA adapter", such as this one...


http://www.x2vga.com/images/x2vga_pic1.jpg

http://www.x2vga.com/images/oxm_editorschoice_small.gif

"We've been testing and searching for the perfect VGA adapter ever since the Xbox launched, and while we've seen a few that worked, none do the job quite like the X2VGA adaptor."

"...your Xbox will display the same resolutions it can on an HDTV..."

"Colors, resolution, and details pop...the difference is astonishing."
cited from OXM's review on X2VGA (9/2003)

List Price:US$ 84.95 Now Only US$ 64.95!

http://www.x2vga.com/x2vga_info_eng.php

Sweet!! I've seen a few others but they haven't impressed me too much. I've been wanting one. Since they have a return policy I'll see if this one is any good in about a week or so when it arrives.

Xbox at work...awww yeeeaaaahhhh!!!