Resolution question

Frequently Asked Questions Technical Database
Post Reply
OldFoo

Resolution question

Post by OldFoo »

Are some Naomi games restricted to only playing on 31k monitors? I've also noticed that some cabinets use a LCD monitor. Are those PC monitors? I do see that the Naomi has a CRT plug. I have a couple of Jamma cabinets and I am in the process of installing a Naomi in it. Would an LCD be the way to go if it (LCD monitor) is in 31k resolution?
OldFoo

Post by OldFoo »

There are only a few games that display only 31k resolution, so it shouldn't be much of a concern. Arcade LCD screens aren't that different from those used for computers with the exception of custom resolutions (such as 15k and 25k) that PC monitors will not accept. I've tried the Naomi system in 31k mode on both CRT and LCD and both look pretty good to me. Especially if the LCD has it's rated native resolution is very close to 640x480 so you won't have too much 'scaling' to ruin the image.
Post Reply