Mobile Monitor Color Lcd Display Screen Ps One

by Mobile Monitor Color Lcd Display Screen Ps One

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• ASIN: B00005A3J8
• Media: Video Game
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #32,045 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)

Product Description

DailyRadar Review

We were as surprised as anyone when the PSOne turned out to be such a hot item. We'll admit, we're enamored of its pint-sized build and classy contours, but there's little doubt that a big chunk of the folks who picked one up didn't do so out of need, but the promise of portable PlayStation gaming. Of course, it's not a truly mobile console without something to look at, and to that end InterAct -- like Pelican before it -- has released an add-on monitor. Better yet, it performs beautifully, has a nice, quality feel and finish and is sure to make you the envy of all -- at the schoolyard or in the office.InterAct's monitor features a backlit LCD screen; controls for contrast, brightness, color and tint; and two built-in speakers on either side of the screen. It also comes packaged with a two-prong car adapter -- making it just the thing for lengthy road trips. It screws neatly into the back of the PSOne, and features a pass-through, allowing for both pieces of gear to run off one 7.5-volt power cord. Better yet, it features A/V inputs, meaning that its utility isn't limited to Sony's console alone. And, just because they're clever, the good people at InterAct have included a metal bar, sort of like a kickstand, that'll keep the monitor up -- just in case you decide to use it with some other console or device.

We tested the screen on a number of different games, and we're pleased to say it performed marvelously, a good deal better than Pelican's screen, actually. The picture is surprisingly rich, the blacks sufficiently black, and -- while we don't recommend it -- the screen can be viewed from quite a wide angle. Small text is, of course, a bit difficult to read, but a game like Tony Hawk works just perfectly -- even for lengthy periods of time. The built-in speakers aren't audiophile grade, naturally, but they're serviceable at reasonable volumes, and gamers using headphones should have little to complain about, aurally.

The unit comes finished in the same slightly off-white finish as the console it's designed to complement, and clamshells nicely over the disk bay. Combined, the two form a smooth, white plastic block that's roughly the size of a large hardcover book -- which, we should note, is yet another fine way to spend time on the move. There are a few shortcomings, however -- not flaws, really, but omissions that could have made this screen an absolute must-have. Of course, we would have liked to see a TV tuner option, and it would be nice if a truly portable power solution could be found. Still, for the cost (at $150 it's not cheap, but you're not likely to find cheaper) and the cool-factor, there's nothing out there that has this screen beat.

The Bottom Line: If you have the money and the need, this makes an excellent solution to the PSOne portability problem.

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31 of 33 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Emphasis on mobility..., June 23, 2001

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Slacker (California) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Mobile Monitor Color Lcd Display Screen Ps One (Video Game)

I recently got this in a complete system package: Monitor, PS1, Memory card, and carrying case. .... Was it worth it? Hell yes!!

There are definite benefits, for example, it can give you something to do when your girlfriend just has to watch those stupid mind-numbing Ally McBeal/90210/Friends episodes .... Or when your at work, bored out of your mind like usual... you can hide the system in the corner of your cubicle behind your computer monitor and steal a few minutes to play. This is must have gear for road trips.

Here are some PROS of this monitor: It attaches perfectly onto the new, smaller PS1 and the screen can fold down right over it. It attaches to the back of the PS1 with two screws that can be tightened without a screwdriver. It's compatible for use with N64, PS2, and Dreamcast too (there's a small kick stand on the screen that you can use if you can't hook it into a system). The graphics are surprisingly lush (quality LCD screen). It's backlit so no need for other light. Has volume controls and picture adjustment options (contrast, picture, tint, brightness). It doesn't need a separate power source. Has a headphone jack. It comes packaged with a car lighter plug so you can play in the car. Two speakers produce amazingly clear sound for such a small system. Definitely better than the Innovation and Pelican models (I shopped around for a week). A PS1 with the folded screen is compact enough to fit in the carrrying case (that you can get from amazon.com) without having you unscrew the screen everytime. Lastly, you can turn off the screen by itself rather than turning off the whole system in case your caught playing where you shouldn't be (remember what I said about playing at work?)

Now the CONS (only a few). Since it's only about ..., don't expect a large LCD screen like a laptop. It's a 5 inch screen (5 inches across diagonally). Because of the size, small dialogue from role-playing games may be hard to see (but not impossible). The screen is sometimes affected by vibration from the cd spinning, so corner of the screen may flicker slightly in brightness (not too badly).

Overall, the screen filled all my expectations. When you first get it, you'll probably say to yourself "I thought the screen was a little bigger than that." But you'll be glad you have it when you think about all the times it may come in handy to have a portable system. I know I am.

20 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars My round model is not bad, March 11, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: Mobile Monitor Color Lcd Display Screen Ps One (Video Game)

First off, everyone that has a PSone must gett this screen. Sure it is a bit pricey, but it is worth it. The picture is clean and sharp. This screen makes the games look a ton better.

I got the round screen. A lot of people are complaining about it. My friend got the Square one, so we compared. They were identical in picture. The round ones sound is a little worse.

Anyway, buy this screen, I don't even use my big TV anymore. If you don't have a PSone, go get one then buy the screen, that is how cool it is. I can't play it in the car for more than about 10 minutes at a time cause I get car sick if I play it any longer. I got the battery pack and played it on the airplane and at school, it is so cool.

BUY IT!!

20 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Worth evey penny..., June 11, 2001

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GAMER 24/7 (S.J. Califonia) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Mobile Monitor Color Lcd Display Screen Ps One (Video Game)

...Here are the "Key" advantages that hopefully will help you decide to purchase this LCD screen: - Revised 5 inch screen - Push button "user" friendly on screen tuning i.e. volume,constrast,color,tint,and brightness. - car adapter a.k.a. cigarette lighter adapter (included)or ps1 wall adapter, ethier one of the two will power up both screen and ps1 unit. - Lcd self backlighting... no extra light needed to play while traveling or wherever you may be at. -Volume.. not 5:1 surround but do the job even without the earphones. For example, in gran tourismo 2 i can still hear the turbo whine from an engine just with the external speakers.=) -NO HASSLE ATTACHMENT. screen attaches to ps1 with two screws tightened by hand. And the ps1 can still be used on a normal t.v. without removing screen or turning it on. The screen can stay attached during normal use and not even be used. SO THE PS1 IS MOBILE EVEN AT A MOMENTS NOTICE... JUST DONT FORGET THE CAR ADAPTER.. FINAL TREAT-----On the back of the screen are 3 extra audio-video jacks (red,yellow,and white) for you gamers with muliple systems you CAN play your PSX 2, DREAMCAST,N64,VCR,DVD PLAYER, AND CAMCORDER THROUGH THE LCD SCREEN....

The only downside for the LCD screen and any other one is that small text maybe a little harder to read with the small fonts on games... but don't you play games enough to know wut it says on screen????? TONY HAWK 2, MATT HOFFMAN BMX, AND GRAN TOURISMO ARE ALL ABLE TO BE READ ON SCREEN..... HAVE FUN P.S. IF YOU ARE WONDERING HOW THE SCREEN SITS WHEN NOT IN USE IT "RESTS" OVER THE PS1 LIKE A LAPTOP COMPUTER