Planar PL1520M - LCD display - TFT - 15"

Description: The Planar PL1520M is a 15 in, LCD computer monitor.Compared to other LCD monitors on the market, it is relatively expensive at around $180.Comes with a built-in set of stereo speakers.This display features a 1024x768 native resolution.Weighs 6.6 lbs.

Pros: Reduce the clutter on your desk with this monitor's built-in speakers.Its wide viewing angle (160 degrees) is useful whenever the screen is being viewed by more than one person at the same time.

Cons: Be advised, this LCD screen has a relatively low contrast ratio (600:1), which means it might not be as easy to see some color distinctions when the picture has a dark background.

Suitability: A flat panel LCD monitor, suited for those who consider compactness to be important.The 8 ms response time of this screen makes it ideal for fast-moving games and for watching movies.

Value: Overall, this monitor's price seems a bit steep, with respect to its features.In terms of viewable size, LCD monitors having similar viewable size have an average cost of about $150.Still, typically, higher prices are easier to justify on displays from Planar, as they tend to be of high quality.

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: Planar Systems, Inc.
• Part Number: 997-3266-00

• General

• Display Type LCD display / TFT active matrix
• Built-in Devices Stereo speakers
• Width 14 in
• Depth 5.9 in
• Height 14 in
• Weight 6.6 lbs
• Enclosure Color Black

• Image

• Display (projector) image aspect ratio 4:3
• Image brightness 250 cd/m2
• Image Contrast Ratio 450:1
• Max horizontal view angle 120
• Max vertical view angle 100

• Display

• Diagonal Size 15 in
• Viewable Size 15 in
• Dot Pitch / Pixel Pitch 0.297 mm
• Max Resolution 1024 x 768
• Color Support 24-bit (16.7 million colors)
• Max Sync Rate (V x H) 75 Hz
• Response Time 16 ms
• Display Positions Adjustments Tilt
• Video Output None
• Signal Input VGA

• Video Input

• Analog Video Signal RGB, S-Video, Composite video

• Audio Output

• Type Speaker(s) - Stereo - Integrated
• Sound Output Mode:Output Power / Channel 1 Watt

• Expansion / Connectivity

• Interfaces 1 x VGA - 15 pin HD D-Sub (HD-15), 1 x Composite video input - RCA, 1 x S-video input, 1 x Audio line-in - Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, 1 x Headphones - Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm

• Miscellaneous

• Flat Panel Mount Interface 75 x 75 mm
• Features Wall mountable, Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
• Compliant Standards CE, UL, cUL, RoHS, DDC-2B, VESA DPMS, FCC Class B certified

• Power

• Power device form factor Internal
• Voltage Required AC 120/230 V
• Operational power consumption 25 Watt
• Operational power consumption (standby) 2 Watt

• Manufacturer Warranty

• Service & Support 3 years warranty
• Service & Support Details Limited warranty - Replacement - 3 years - response time: 2 day(s)

Planar Systems, Inc.

Manufacturer profile

• Website: http://www.Planar.com/
• Address: 1195 NW Compton Dr, Beaverton, Oregon. 97006-1992
• Phone: 1-503-748-1100
• Email: sales@planar.com
• Fax: 1-503-748-1493