LG L206WTY-BF - LCD display - TFT - 20"

Description: The LG L206WTY-BF is a 20 in, flat panel computer monitor.Compared to other flat panel monitors on the market, it is relatively inexpensive at around $225.This unit features a 1680x1050 native resolution.Weighs 10.1 lbs.

Pros: Has 1680x1050 resolution, which is higher than some similarly priced monitors.By way of comparison, the typical cost of a product with this high a resolution is $350.Its wide viewing angle (170 degrees) is useful whenever the screen is being viewed by more than one person at the same time.Accepts DVI input, which allows for greater signal clarity than traditional VGA.

Cons: None noted, given available product data.

Suitability: Built for those who want a spacious screen that will not hog their entire desk.The 2 ms response time of this screen makes it ideal for fast-moving games and for watching movies.

Value: In view of its relatively 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 around $390.

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) Since this monitor is DVI-capable, you might want a DVI-enabled graphics card in your PC to connect with it -- this will pass the digital video signal directly without converting it to analog, making for better performance.

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• Manufacturer: LG Electronics U.S.A.
• Part Number: L206WTY-BF

• General

• Display Type LCD display / TFT active matrix
• Width 18.5 in
• Depth 9.2 in
• Height 15.8 in
• Weight 10.1 lbs
• Enclosure Color Black

• Image

• Display (projector) image aspect ratio 16:10
• Image brightness 300 cd/m2
• Image Contrast Ratio 3000:1
• Max horizontal view angle 170
• Max vertical view angle 170

• Display

• Diagonal Size 20 in - Widescreen
• Max Resolution 1680 x 1050
• Max Sync Rate (V x H) 75 Hz x 83 KHz
• Response Time 2 ms
• Display Positions Adjustments Tilt, Swivel
• Display Screen Coating Anti-glare, Hard coating
• Video Output None
• Signal Input DVI-D, VGA
• Features HDCP, F-ENGINE technology, sRGB color management

• Video Input

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

• Expansion / Connectivity

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

• Miscellaneous

• Cables Included 1 x VGA cable
• Flat Panel Mount Interface 100 x 100 mm
• Compliant Standards CE, UL, cUL, RoHS, SEMKO, TUV GS, TCO '03, FCC Class B certified

• Power

• Power device form factor Internal
• Voltage Required AC 120/230 V
• Operational power consumption 45 Watt
• Operational power consumption (standby) 1 Watt

• Manufacturer Warranty

• Service & Support 3 years warranty
• Service & Support Details Limited warranty - Parts and labor - Backlight - 3 years

• Sustainability

• EPA Energy Star Compliant Yes
• EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Bronze

LG Electronics U.S.A.

Manufacturer profile

• Website: http://www.lge.com