Samsung SyncMaster 740N-Black - LCD display - TFT - 17"

Description: The Samsung SyncMaster 740N-BLACK is a 17 in, flat panel computer monitor.Compared to other flat panel monitors on the market, it is midpriced at around $205.This LCD features a 1280x1024 native resolution.Weighs 7.5 lbs.

Pros: Has 0.264 mm dot pitch, which is better than some similarly priced monitors.Its wide viewing angle (160 degrees) is useful whenever the screen is being viewed by more than one person at the same time.This monitor meets the EPEAT Silver level criteria of environmental performance including a minimum of 65% recycleable or reuseable materials.

Cons: Has only 1280x1024 resolution, which is lower than some similarly priced monitors.For example, the HP W17E, a 17 in monitor at around $185, has 1440x900 resolution.Also, this monitor has only 600:1 contrast ratio, which is lower than some similarly priced monitors.For example, the Planar PL1711M, a 17 in monitor at around $210, has 800:1 contrast ratio.

Suitability: Built for those who want a spacious screen that will not hog their entire desk.The 8 ms response time of this screen makes it ideal for fast-moving games and for watching movies.

Value: In general, this monitor has good features for the money.

Suggestions: (1) Before purchasing an LCD monitor, consider visiting your local store for a live demo to ensure that its overall image quality, color, and sharpness meets your expectation.(2) For more help in deciding if this is the right monitor for you, visit the buying guide for monitors at CNET Reviews.

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• Manufacturer: Samsung
• Part Number: 740N-BLACK-TAA

• General

• Display Type LCD display / TFT active matrix
• TFT Technology TN
• Width 14.4 in
• Depth 7.9 in
• Height 14.9 in
• Weight 7.5 lbs
• Enclosure Color Black

• Image

• Display (projector) image aspect ratio 5:4
• Image brightness 300 cd/m2
• Image Contrast Ratio 600:1
• Max horizontal view angle 160
• Max vertical view angle 160

• Display

• Diagonal Size 17 in
• Viewable Size 17 in
• Dot Pitch / Pixel Pitch 0.264 mm
• Max Resolution 1280 x 1024
• Color Support Up to 16.2 million colors
• Max Sync Rate (V x H) 75 Hz x 81 KHz
• Response Time 8 ms
• Signal Input VGA
• Features MagicTune, MagicZone, MagicColor, MagicBright 2

• Video Input

• Analog Video Signal RGB

• Audio Output

• Type None

• Input Device

• Type None

• Expansion / Connectivity

• Interfaces 1 x VGA - 15 pin HD D-Sub (HD-15)

• Miscellaneous

• Flat Panel Mount Interface 75 x 75 mm
• Microsoft Certifications Works with Windows Vista
• Compliant Standards TCO '99

• Power

• Operational power consumption 34 Watt

• Sustainability

• EPA Energy Star Compliant Yes
• EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver

Samsung

Manufacturer profile

• Website: http://www.samsungusa.com/
• Address: 105 Challenger Road, Ridgefield Park, NJ. 07660
• Phone: 1-800-726-7864
• Fax: 1-973-601-6001