eMachines E17T4W - LCD display - TFT - 17"

Description: The Emachines E17T4W is a 17 in, flat panel computer monitor.Compared to other flat panel monitors on the market, it is relatively inexpensive at around $160.Note that this is a wide-screen (16:9 ) monitor.This LCD features a 1280x720 native resolution.Weighs 6.8 lbs.

Pros: None noted, given available product data.

Cons: Has only 500:1 contrast ratio, which is lower than some similarly priced monitors.For example, the Asus VB171T, a 17 in monitor at around $150, has 2000:1 contrast ratio.

Suitability: A flat panel monitor, suited for those who want a higher resolution display that takes up minimal desk space.The 8 ms response time of this screen makes it ideal for fast-moving games and for watching movies.

Value: Overall, this monitor's features seem a bit weak, even for its relatively inexpensive price.However, if you were to judge strictly by the viewable screen size, you would see that the average price of flat panel monitors with comparable viewable size is considerably more?in fact around $190.

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.

CNET's Product Briefs are generated by a software tool that combines product specifications with knowledge of our editorial experts. They do not reflect hands-on assessment or labs testing. For more information about how we create Product Briefs, contact us.

• Manufacturer: eMachines Inc.
• Part Number: E17T4W

• General

• Display Type LCD display / TFT active matrix
• Width 16.1 in
• Depth 6.5 in
• Height 13.9 in
• Weight 6.8 lbs

• Image

• Display (projector) image aspect ratio 16:9
• Image brightness 250 cd/m2
• Image Contrast Ratio 500:1
• Max horizontal view angle 140
• Max vertical view angle 130

• Display

• Diagonal Size 17 in - Widescreen
• Viewable Size 17 in
• Dot Pitch / Pixel Pitch 0.291 mm
• Max Resolution 1280 x 720
• Color Support Up to 16.2 million colors
• Response Time 8 ms
• Display Positions Adjustments Tilt
• Display Screen Coating Anti-glare
• Video Output None
• Signal Input VGA

• 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 100 x 100 mm
• Features Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
• Compliant Standards CB, CE, UL, NOM, cUL, RoHS, VCCI, FCC Class B certified

• Power

• Voltage Required AC 120/230 V
• Operational power consumption 20 Watt
• Operational power consumption (standby) 1 Watt

• Manufacturer Warranty

• Service & Support 1 year warranty
• Service & Support Details Limited warranty - Parts and labor - 1 year

• Sustainability

• EPA Energy Star Compliant Yes

eMachines Inc.

Manufacturer profile

• Website: http://www.emachines.com
• Address: 14350 Myford Road, Irvine, CA. 92606
• Phone: 1-801-401-1419
• Email: techsupport@emachinesinc.com