HP L1710 (17-inch)

Description: The HP L1710 is a 17 in, flat panel computer monitor.Compared to other flat panel monitors on the market, it is very inexpensive at around $120.This model features a 1280x1024 native resolution.Weighs 10.4 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.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 5 ms response time of this screen makes it ideal for fast-moving games and for watching movies.

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

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• Manufacturer: HP
• Part Number: GS917A8#ABA

• General

• Display Type LCD display / TFT active matrix
• TFT Technology TN
• Width 14.8 in
• Depth 7.6 in
• Height 15.2 in
• Weight 10.4 lbs
• Enclosure Color Silver, Carbonite

• Image

• Image Color Temperature 6500K, 9300K, Adjustable
• Display (projector) image aspect ratio 5:4
• Image brightness 300 cd/m2
• Image Contrast Ratio 800:1
• 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 / 75 Hz
• Max Sync Rate (V x H) 77 Hz x 83 KHz
• Video Bandwidth 140 MHz
• Response Time 5 ms
• Controls / Adjustments Clock, Phase, Contrast, H/V size, Brightness, H/V position, Color temperature
• Display Positions Adjustments Tilt
• OSD Languages Dutch, French, German, English, Italian, Spanish, Chinese (simplified)
• Display Screen Coating Anti-glare, Anti-static
• Video Output None
• Backlight Life 50,000 hour(s)
• Tilt Angle 30
• Signal Input VGA
• Features AssetControl, sRGB color management

• Video Input

• Analog Video Signal RGB

• Audio Output

• Type None

• Input Device

• Input device type None

• Expansion / Connectivity

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

• Miscellaneous

• Cables Included 1 x VGA cable - 6 ft
• Flat Panel Mount Interface 100 x 100 mm
• Features Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
• Microsoft Certifications Compatible with Windows 7
• Compliant Standards CE, GS, UL, ACA, CCC, CSA, FCC, MIC, NOM, TUV, BSMI, GOST, RoHS, SASO, VCCI, WEEE, CISPR, DDC/CI, MPR II, TCO '03, ISO 13406-2, Plug and Play
• Manufacturer Selling Program HP Smart Buy

• Power

• Power device form factor Internal
• Voltage Required AC 120/230 V
• Operational power consumption 30 Watt
• Operational power consumption (standby) 2 Watt

• Software / System Requirements

• Software type Drivers & Utilities, HP Display Assistant

• Environmental Parameters

• Min operating temperature 41 °F
• Max operating temperature 95 °F
• Operating humidity range 20 - 80%

• Sustainability

• EPA Energy Star Compliant Yes
• EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver

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Manufacturer profile

• Website: http://www.hp.com