Samsung SyncMaster 205BW-Black - LCD display - TFT - 20"

Description: The Samsung SyncMaster 205BW-BLACK is a 20 in, flat panel computer monitor.Compared to other flat panel monitors on the market, it is very inexpensive at around $150.This display features a 1680x1050 native resolution.Weighs 15 lbs.

Pros: Has 0.258 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.Accepts DVI input, which allows for greater signal clarity than traditional VGA.

Cons: Has only 600:1 contrast ratio.This is not out of line with the product's price, but is lower than the average monitor on the market today.

Suitability: Designed for those who want a spacious screen that will not hog their entire desk.The 6 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 having similar viewable size have an average cost of about $375.

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: Samsung
• Part Number: LS20HAWCBQXAA

• General

• Display Type LCD display / TFT active matrix
• TFT Technology TN
• Width 18.5 in
• Depth 7.9 in
• Height 13.9 in
• Weight 15 lbs
• Enclosure Color Black

• Image

• Display (projector) image aspect ratio 16:10
• Image brightness 300 cd/m2
• Image Contrast Ratio 600:1
• Max horizontal view angle 160
• Max vertical view angle 160

• Display

• Diagonal Size 20 in
• Viewable Size 20 in
• Dot Pitch / Pixel Pitch 0.258 mm
• Max Resolution 1680 x 1050 / 60 Hz
• Color Support 24-bit (16.7 million colors)
• Max Sync Rate (V x H) 75 Hz x 81 KHz
• Video Bandwidth 156 MHz
• Response Time 6 ms
• Display Positions Adjustments Height, Swivel
• Video Output None
• Signal Input DVI-D, VGA
• Features HDCP, MagicTune, MagicColor

• Video Input

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

• Audio Output

• Type None

• 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

• Miscellaneous

• Flat Panel Mount Interface 100 x 100 mm
• Microsoft Certifications Certified for Windows Vista
• Compliant Standards TCO '99

• Power

• Power device form factor Internal
• Operational power consumption 55 Watt
• Operational power consumption (standby) 2 Watt

• Environmental Parameters

• Min operating temperature 50 °F
• Max operating temperature 104 °F
• Operating humidity range 10 - 80%

• Manufacturer Warranty

• Service & Support 3 years warranty

Samsung

Manufacturer profile

• Website: http://www.samsungusa.com/
• Address: 105 Challenger Road, Ridgefield Park, NJ. 07660
• Phone: 1-800-726-7864
• Fax: 1-973-601-6001