[mythtv-users] Re: mythtv supoprt for lcdproc/other lcds

[Shaun Lowry]

Chad Delatte wrote:
> First question before I go into my ramble.  Does
> LCDproc have a mailing list archive where I can search
> for problems and resolutions?  My display goes haywire
> in about 3 hours.  I am using version 0.5.

http://lcdproc.omnipotent.net/mail.php3

> Alright, now to answer questions.
> 
> Myth should display on any device supported by
> lcdproc, if you need a list of devices I suggest going
> to lcdproc's home page.
> 
> As far as how many lines you want, the question you
> should ask yourself is really how far away do you
> expect to be able to read the vfd.  I cannot get
> further away than ~3 feet before I have to strain to
> read the display.  If I had to do it over I would look
> for a vfd that has large charactors like on a cash
> register.  Of course finding a compatible one and
> mounting it would be difficult.  I currently have a
> ahanix case with a 2x16 vfd and even if my lcd never
> went haywire I still would be unhappy with it do to
> the limited readability.

After a bit of googling, I discovered the Crystalfontz CFA-631.  In terms of
view area size, I'm a bit restricted as I only have a floppy bay in which to
mount the display, and this one seems perfect for the job.  I agree that reading
it from a distance will probably be an issue, but it's better than no display at
all IMO.

> Maybe I will hijack this thread, can we make lcdproc
> or Myth use the 2 line display as 1 big line?

That would be perfect!  Anyone know what would be involved in doing this?

	Shaun.