Bad Ass Displays
Finally, a multiple monitor system that isn't vaporware...
We start this guide off with the best thing we have seen in a long, long time.
Digital Tigers is a small company that makes BIG display systems. From the dual-monitor TigerVista Duo to the monstrous eight-monitor TigerVista Arena Elite, these systems redefine screen space. Just make sure your desk is strong enough to hold everything!
Digital Tigers was kind enough to bring in and demonstrate their six-monitor TigerVista Arena 24T. The three monitors on the bottom are one 24" main screen and two 17" LCD side screens. The 24" monitor runs at 1920x1200 pixels, and the 17" 1024x1280. The top three monitors are 19" each, running at 1280x1024. All six screens have digital and analog inputs.
Once set up, the system weighs more than 100 pounds and has a span of about six feet. Everyone wanted this system: we did, so did the photographer, and the model as well!
The Arena 24T display is $7,999 and can be purchased direct at the Digital Tigers website
Flight Simulator 2004 on a triple screen
Digital Tigers also brought their PowerTrio Elite, a triple-monitor solution that does 1920x1200 on the center panel and 1600x1200 on each side. Like the other Digital Tiger displays, it can work with either analog or digital inputs. This PowerTrio Elite sells for a slightly more affordable $5,999.
The unique mounting system of this device holds three high-quality Samsung LCDs above the desk. The mount allows for height and angle adjustment to suit the needs of the user. Since it has one central post, you retain the use of desk space under the two outside monitors.
Digital Tigers didn't forget about laptop users. The Digital Tigers Sidecar box can drive two to four additional displays: imagine viewing five monitors on your laptop! The box connects via your PC Card slot, and as you would expect, works best with the Digital Tiger displays. Depending on how many monitors you want to power, the Sidecar sells for anywhere from $1,299 to $2,299.
Sadly, Mrs. Claus ripped the display systems right out of our greedy hands. And here we were just getting used to flying our Flight Simulator 2004 777-300 through the Grand Canyon, on a glorious triple screen!
