Envision H170L - 17" LCD Monitor

Description: The Envision H170L is a 17 in, flat panel computer monitor.Compared to other flat panel monitors on the market, it is very inexpensive at around $165.This unit features a 1280x1024 native resolution.Weighs 8.6 lbs.

Pros: Has 0.264 mm dot pitch, which is somewhat 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.

Cons: Has only 1280x1024 resolution.This is not out of line with the product's price, but is lower than the average monitor on the market today.

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: In view of its very inexpensive price, this monitor has great features for the money.In terms of viewable size, flat panel monitors with similar viewable size have an average cost of about $220.

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: Envision
• Part Number: H170L

• General

• Display Type LCD display / TFT active matrix
• Width 14.6 in
• Depth 7.2 in
• Height 14.5 in
• Weight 8.6 lbs
• Enclosure Color Black, Silver

• Image

• Display (projector) image aspect ratio 5:4
• Image brightness 300 cd/m2
• Image Contrast Ratio 500:1
• Max horizontal view angle 160
• Max vertical view angle 145

• Display

• Diagonal Size 17 in
• Dot Pitch / Pixel Pitch 0.264 mm
• Max Resolution 1280 x 1024 / 75 Hz
• Color Support Up to 16.2 million colors
• Max Sync Rate (V x H) 75 Hz x 83 KHz
• Video Bandwidth 135 MHz
• Response Time 8 ms
• Controls / Adjustments Contrast, Brightness
• OSD Languages French, English, Spanish
• Display Screen Coating Anti-glare, Hard coating
• Video Output None
• Signal Input VGA

• Video Input

• Analog Video Signal RGB

• Audio Output

• Type None

• KVM

• 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)
• Microsoft Certifications Works with Windows Vista
• Compliant Standards CE, FCC, cUL, DDC-2B, ISO 13406-2

• Power

• Power device form factor Internal
• Voltage Required AC 120/230 V
• Operational power consumption 45 Watt

• Manufacturer Warranty

• Service & Support 3 years warranty
• Service & Support Details Limited warranty - 3 years

• Sustainability

• EPA Energy Star Compliant Yes

Envision

Manufacturer profile

• Website: http://www.envisionmonitor.com/
• Address: 47490 Seabridge Drive, , .
• Phone: 1-888-838-6388
• Email: envision@envisionmonitor.com
• Fax: 1-510-770-1088