Dell SE198WFP

Description: The Dell SE198WFP is a 19 in, flat panel computer monitor.Compared to other flat panel monitors on the market, it is inexpensive at around $165.This display features a 1440x900 native resolution.Weighs 12.8 lbs.

Pros: Has 1000:1 contrast ratio, which is higher than some similarly priced monitors.By way of comparison, the typical cost of a product with this high a contrast ratio is $480.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.Accepts DVI input, which allows for greater signal clarity than traditional VGA.

Cons: None noted, given available product data.

Suitability: Designed for those who want a spacious screen that will not hog their entire desk.The 5 ms response time of this screen makes it ideal for fast-moving games and for watching movies.

Value: In view of its inexpensive price, this monitor has great features for the money.In fact, you would typically pay about 110% more to get a flat panel monitor with roughly the same viewable size.

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: Dell, Inc.
• Part Number: GM778

• General

• Display Type LCD display / TFT active matrix
• Width 17.6 in
• Depth 5.8 in
• Height 13.2 in
• Weight 12.8 lbs
• Enclosure Color Arctic silver

• Image

• Image brightness 300 cd/m2
• Image Contrast Ratio 1000:1
• Max horizontal view angle 160
• Max vertical view angle 160

• Display

• Diagonal Size 19 in - Widescreen
• Viewable Size 19 in
• Dot Pitch / Pixel Pitch 0.285 mm
• Max Resolution 1440 x 900
• Color Support 24-bit (16.7 million colors)
• Max Sync Rate (V x H) 75 Hz x 83 KHz
• Response Time 5 ms
• Display Positions Adjustments Tilt
• Display Screen Coating Anti-glare
• Video Output None
• Signal Input DVI-D, VGA
• Features HDCP

• Video Input

• Analog Video Signal RGB
• Digital Video Standard Digital Visual Interface (DVI)

• Audio Output

• Type None

• Input Device

• Input device type None

• Expansion / Connectivity

• Interfaces 1 x VGA - 15 pin HD D-Sub (HD-15), 1 x DVI-D - 24 pin digital DVI
• Connections - DVI-Digitaligital, - VGA

• Miscellaneous

• Flat Panel Mount Interface 100 x 100 mm
• Features Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
• Microsoft Certifications Certified for Windows Vista
• Compliant Standards TCO '99

• Power

• Power device form factor Internal
• Voltage Required AC 120/230 V
• Operational power consumption 32 Watt
• Operational power consumption (standby) 2 Watt

• Environmental Parameters

• Min operating temperature 41 °F
• Max operating temperature 95 °F
• Operating humidity range 10 - 80%

• Sustainability

• EPA Energy Star Compliant Yes
• EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver

Dell, Inc.

Manufacturer profile

• Website: http://www.dell.com/
• Address: One Dell Way, Round Rock, TX. 78682
• Phone: (800) 274-3355
• Email: LB_Order_Questions@dell.com