lcd panel mounting.

[blaze15301]

i was thinking about possibly getting another 19 inch full screen and running the monitors together as one. the problem is i can't figure out how to mount the lcd panels. i know take the casing off and all that, but after that how do i do it.

[mDust]

i was thinking about possibly getting another 19 inch full screen and running the monitors together as one. the problem is i can't figure out how to mount the lcd panels. i know take the casing off and all that, but after that how do i do it.

What? lol

Didn't it come with a stand? Or are you using the VESA mount on a 3rd party stand? If the later, there are 4 holes in the back of the monitor that you line up with the 4 holes in the stand and put screw through them...

Are you thinking of using this as if it were one widescreen?

[blaze15301]

im talking about panels like this

http://www.google.com/imgres?imgurl=http://news.softpedia.com/images/news2/Korea-Leads-the-Way-in-LCD-Panel-Construction-2.jpg&imgrefurl=http://news.softpedia.com/newsImage/Korea-Leads-the-Way-in-LCD-Panel-Construction-2.jpg/&usg=__XtQaOTIwH-Vhhu8VKyJe8XvOTyU=&h=360&w=460&sz=50&hl=en&start=0&zoom=1&tbnid=PMd46So9ksj92M:&tbnh=125&tbnw=160&ei=-Ag5TcLNHM6cgQe0ssmqCA&prev=/images%3Fq%3Dlcd%2Bpanel%26um%3D1%26hl%3Den%26sa%3 DN%26biw%3D1280%26bih%3D831%26tbs%3Disch:1&um=1&itbs=1&iact=hc&vpx=594&vpy=210&dur=1809&hovh=199&hovw=254&tx=103&ty=83&oei=-Ag5TcLNHM6cgQe0ssmqCA&esq=1&page=1&ndsp=28&ved=1t:429,r:3,s:0

and then the metal back where the board and everything is stored will stay intact. im trying to figure out how to cut down the 3 inch gap between my two monitors.

[mDust]

and then the metal back where the board and everything is stored will stay intact. im trying to figure out how to cut down the 3 inch gap between my two monitors.

Ah, in most cases you can't. The thin bezel monitors often are already scrunched down as far as possible. Under the bezel is a metal frame that holds several layers together and provides support for the whole assembly. Sometimes the PCB also extends all the way to the edges...depends on the model. Though, if there is a 1.5" bezel there is likely room that can be cut out. You'll have to take it apart to find out.

[SXRguyinMA]

/\ this. also, you'll need to custom fab a mounting system for the panels as well

[Airbozo]

I have been toying with this same idea and have found some aluminum t-channels to use.

Check out THIS (http://www.aluminum-profiles.com/products/aluminium_profile.htm) site for examples.

There is a window manufacturing place near where I work and I am going there in the next few weeks to pick up some samples to see what would work best.

[x88x]

Assuming you're starting with normal monitors and stripping the plastic shells off them, the VESA mounts will still be there, so it's just a matter of making an arm that holds them all in place, connecting at the VESA mounts, then making an enclosure of your liking.

[Airbozo]

Assuming you're starting with normal monitors and stripping the plastic shells off them, the VESA mounts will still be there, so it's just a matter of making an arm that holds them all in place, connecting at the VESA mounts, then making an enclosure of your liking.

Good point.

I had also thought about using the aluminum channel or l angle stock to create a mount. The main drawback would be the non adjust-ability of each panel. One way around this is to mount part of the stand to the custom braket and then each monitor can be adjusted. For me it may not be a big deal and instead I might just mount the panels to the U channel and then the u channel to a stand.

[blaze15301]

Assuming you're starting with normal monitors and stripping the plastic shells off them, the VESA mounts will still be there, so it's just a matter of making an arm that holds them all in place, connecting at the VESA mounts, then making an enclosure of your liking.

yeah that is where i get stuck. i cant figure out how to hold the panels in place securely without hurting the actual screen.

[mDust]

yeah that is where i get stuck. i cant figure out how to hold the panels in place securely without hurting the actual screen.

http://www.google.com/search?client=firefox-a&rls=org.mozilla%3Aen-US%3Aofficial&channel=s&hl=en&source=hp&biw=1121&bih=596&q=multi+monitor+stand&btnG=Google+Search

[blaze15301]

http://www.google.com/search?client=firefox-a&rls=org.mozilla%3Aen-US%3Aofficial&channel=s&hl=en&source=hp&biw=1121&bih=596&q=multi+monitor+stand&btnG=Google+Search

lol i know about the vesa mounts. i cant figure out how to hold the lcd panels in place.

[SXRguyinMA]

or this :D

http://lmgtfy.com/?q=multi+monitor+stand

[mDust]

lol i know about the vesa mounts. i cant figure out how to hold the lcd panels in place.
:?
Those stands will hold them in place... Just mount it to the stand and tighten it down so it's not adjustable.


or this

http://lmgtfy.com/?q=multi+monitor+stand
lmao...bookmarked!:D

[blaze15301]

you guys are not understanding what im talking about. it isnt the vesa mounts that is only part of it. the lcd panel its self. just the panel im trying to figure out how to keep it in place. when i take the plastic covering off the monitor, nothing will be holding the panel in place. that is as clear cut as i can make it.

[msmrx57]

Pics of the specific panels would be helpful.

[blaze15301]

I cant find my.camera maybe ill use my phone kater on when take it apart again

[mDust]

you guys are not understanding what im talking about. it isnt the vesa mounts that is only part of it. the lcd panel its self. just the panel im trying to figure out how to keep it in place. when i take the plastic covering off the monitor, nothing will be holding the panel in place. that is as clear cut as i can make it.

Generally, the plastic is only aesthetic and not structural. It's only there to cover up the 'ugly' bits. Pics of your specific monitor would help though.

[x88x]

Generally, the plastic is only aesthetic and not structural. It's only there to cover up the 'ugly' bits. Pics of your specific monitor would help though.

/\ This. Usually there's a metal frame around the edges of the LCD panel with screws holding the panel in from the sides. Then the plastic just kinda clicks on the front.

[blaze15301]

/\ This. Usually there's a metal frame around the edges of the LCD panel with screws holding the panel in from the sides. Then the plastic just kinda clicks on the front.

nope there is nothing like that i checked and tripple checked. once that molding comes off the lcd just lays on top of the mount.

[x88x]

Hmmm, strange. Maybe it'll make more since once I see pictures of it. :think: