HD portable monitor

This article is devoted to DIY portable HD monitor. It is base on the following thread hv20.com. The main aim is to stay up-to-dated with the solutions/options discussed in the forum. Different LCD panels, cases options, power issues etc are discussed.

Where to buy an LCD panel
There are currently two main options:
 * http://www.diy-beamer.com
 * http://www.manhattanlcd.com

Both provide different LCD panels with controllers, as well as controllers separately.

The various LCDs will now be broken down in terms of size.

Sharp WXGA LQ072K1LA03
requires 24V and 12V (for Manhattan-LCD kit) and 24V only for DIY-Beamer (kit includes transformer)

Samsung LTN106W2-L01
requires 9-12V.

Frame
Possible framing options for a 10.6 LCD include http://www.framesbymail.com/custom/N35-20

TOSHIBA 10,9 inch WXGA, LTD109EX1S + HDMI MST Controller Set
requires 12V.

TOSHIBA 10.9 inch LTD109EX1S LCD + Pixelworks Controller Set
requires 12V.

Power supplies
The most used option for 12V is Tekkeon 3450 battery. Durations range from 2-3 hours depending on the size of LCD and the voltage used.

Differences between DIY-beamer and Manhattan-LCD
I remember someone mentioning certain issues...