Hey everyone! I often find myself in situations where I need a monitor but don't have access to power outlets or the right connections. I'm on the hunt for a portable monitor around 10 inches that runs on battery. It definitely needs to have both HDMI and VGA connections as a minimum, and if it has additional inputs like DVI and DisplayPort, that would be awesome. I know I could use a standard portable monitor with HDMI and VGA hooked up to a 12V outlet, but I'm looking for a more portable solution. I'd really appreciate any suggestions you might have. Thanks a lot!
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Have you thought about USB-powered portable screens? They can connect directly to a laptop or an external battery pack, which might save you some hassle! Just keep in mind that not all setups will work perfectly with devices like NVRs since they typically don’t support those types of inputs.
But NVRs are a whole different ballgame, so be cautious!
Yeah, these monitors are pretty common in the entertainment industry. They can be a bit pricey, but they definitely exist!
You might want to check out monitors designed for cameras! There are plenty that run on camcorder batteries and accept HDMI inputs, many even include other analog options. That could be a solid fit for your needs.
You could always just Google it! There are many options for portable monitors with batteries out there. Just saying!
Really appreciate the sarcasm, but I’ve been searching for weeks already!
I’ve used Lilliput monitors for my small battery-powered needs. They work great, especially if you’re in a broadcast scenario, so it could suit your usage as well!
You could also plug it into the server if it's USB-powered!