Frustrated buy of thinkpad x60

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Comage · #31 Post by **Comage** » Thu Mar 15, 2007 12:15 pm

Would the glossy sheet prevent you from seeing the screen clearly under bright light? Or even during daytime in sunlight?

#32 Post by **gator** » Thu Mar 15, 2007 3:45 pm

Sugo, that looks sweet. What is the antenna sticking out at the left for? HSDPA?

And did you have to disassemble the LCD to put that protector in?

sugo · #33 Post by **sugo** » Thu Mar 15, 2007 4:43 pm

Comage: the glossy finish will make reading under direct sunlight difficult. I always use my thinkpad indoor though.

gator: Since the protector sticks with static (across the entire sheet not just 4 corners), there is no need to disassemble anything. Yes the antenna is for a 2100Mhz HSDPA/UMTS card.

#34 Post by **gator** » Thu Mar 15, 2007 5:12 pm

Sugo,

where did you buy that protector from? Do you get it in 12", 14" and 15" sizes redaymade, or did you cut it out? Can you post how you "attached" it without dust getting between the sheet and the LCD? Some people (incl me) here at UF would be really interested in knowing this ... and btw, are you a grad at UWisc?

smvp6459 · #35 Post by **smvp6459** » Thu Mar 15, 2007 5:20 pm

sugo wrote: Sure. My X60s

Does the protector change how the colors appear, or does it look the same with or without the protector?

gunston · #36 Post by **gunston** » Thu Mar 15, 2007 5:22 pm

in fact, the color looks solid and nice if attached with glossy lcd protector sheet

sugo · #37 Post by **sugo** » Thu Mar 15, 2007 7:24 pm

The screen protector on my X60s uses the same material and works the same way as this:

Exim Screen Protector-ultra Protect Reviewed

With the protector, the black is a little darker than before. Under background lighting, colors are a little bit more vivid. Otherwise the colors look the same to my eyes.

Mine was bought in Hong Kong made/pre-cut specifically for X60/s.

ylim · #38 Post by **ylim** » Fri Mar 16, 2007 8:41 pm

Comage wrote:Would the glossy sheet prevent you from seeing the screen clearly under bright light? Or even during daytime in sunlight?

Yes. But I have since removed it. Please see the story before.

ylim · #39 Post by **ylim** » Fri Mar 16, 2007 8:46 pm

gator wrote:Sugo, that looks sweet. What is the antenna sticking out at the left for? HSDPA?

And did you have to disassemble the LCD to put that protector in?

No you don't to disassemble the lcd in order to apply on the protector.

ylim · #40 Post by **ylim** » Fri Mar 16, 2007 9:37 pm

gator wrote:Sugo,

where did you buy that protector from? Do you get it in 12", 14" and 15" sizes redaymade, or did you cut it out? Can you post how you "attached" it without dust getting between the sheet and the LCD? Some people (incl me) here at UF would be really interested in knowing this ... and btw, are you a grad at UWisc?

Yeah. They are ready cut to your stipulated lcd screen size.

It is rather tedious to install it, as you dont want to have unsightly air bubbles or dust particles trapped between the protector and the lcd panel. You should have a moisten good quality glasses cleaning cloth (to prevent any undesired scratches), good quality 3M or generic ones (lots, those which don't leave any sticky residue, you have to experiment) and a plastic card (flexible and no sharp edges). And of course a good quality lcd protector.

You can find these good quality lcd protector in computer shops or ebay? I got mine in Challenger in Singapore (it is a chain of computer accessories shop).

***Instructions below are made because of good will, please don't blame me if anything goes wrong. Follow them accordingly and as you deem. The LCD panel is an expensive part.

1. Switch off your laptop. Dont apply the lcd protector with the lcd panel power on. Not sure if the pressure can cause any fault (pixelation fault). Be always gentle to your panel.

2. Gently swipe your panel. Position your panel in a fashion where you can clearly see the dust. Swipe off all the dust particles. You need to have a good eye for it.

3. This part is rather hard. The lcd protector has a backing layer, it is often please labeled with a sticker. Choose the right layer. Align correctly the lcd protecting layer. You might need to do this a few times. As you apply the protector (use your finger to press gently the applied protector if it is hard type) and you may have to use a card to remove the air bubbles if it is a soft type.

If there is a dust particle, use a tape to remove it. Dont use your finger (unless you want to see your prints.

I have since removed my protector because the one I got was rather inferior. The glossy layer was lifted off by the tapes that I used (at the edges). I also have a hard time removing it. The lcd protector I used was the Elecom one.

NS · #41 Post by NS » Sat Mar 17, 2007 2:41 am

That\'s why i recommend using the 3M types. Should cost you around $25 & up (singapore dollars).

I am using the 3M (privacy filter)...There are LCD protector available from 3M too.

Lasted me from last year June till now and there is not a single yellowish stain to be found especially the 4 corners.

gunston · #42 Post by **gunston** » Sat Mar 17, 2007 7:49 am

NS wrote
...I am using the 3M (privacy filter)...There are LCD protector available from 3M too. ..

where did you get this?
simlim or funan?

ylim · #43 Post by **ylim** » Sat Mar 17, 2007 8:37 am

NS wrote:That\'s why i recommend using the 3M types. Should cost you around $25 & up (singapore dollars).

I am using the 3M (privacy filter)...There are LCD protector available from 3M too.

Lasted me from last year June till now and there is not a single yellowish stain to be found especially the 4 corners.

Where can I get 3M lcd protector in Singapore? I went to Challenger @ sim lim and I know that the 3M privacy ones are like 100+ sg bucks. I am a poor student.

Dont use the Elecom ones. These were crappy. But their zeroshock sleeves are good. They have good zip protector and clamps the laptop (to prevent it from sliding.

Can you add me to your msn? pic_controller@hotmail.com

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