PB supporting dual external monitors

I am trying to see if I can use the VGA and serial port out to support two Mitsubishi external monitors so I can have more viewing area with Final Cut.
Has anyone done this sucessfully? What specific cable do I need for the multi-pin serial port from the PB G4 to the serial port on the back of the monitor? The VGA hook-up is working fine.
Also, what settings do I go into to set the output of the PB G4?
Dave
PowerBook G4 17"   Mac OS X (10.4)  
PowerBook G4 17"   Mac OS X (10.4)  

I don't think you can use the DVI and the S-Video output at the same time - I think you will need to get a video card that plugs intot he PC Card slot.

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