Samsung SyncMaster 940N - LCD display - TFT - 19"

Description: The Samsung SyncMaster 940N is a 19 in, flat panel computer monitor.Compared to other flat panel monitors on the market, it is relatively inexpensive at around $240.This unit features a 1280x1024 native resolution.Weighs 12.1 lbs.

Pros: 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 0.294 mm dot pitch, which is somewhat less favorable than some similarly priced monitors.Also, this monitor has only 1280x1024 resolution, which is lower than some similarly priced monitors.For example, the Planar PL1911MW, a 19 in monitor at around $215, has 1680x1050 resolution.Be advised, this LCD screen has a relatively low contrast ratio (700:1), which means it might not be as easy to see some color distinctions when the picture has a dark background.

Suitability: A flat panel monitor, suited for those who want a spacious thin screen monitor.The 8 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 fact, you would typically pay about 40% more to get a flat panel monitor with comparable viewable size.

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.

CNET's Product Briefs are generated by a software tool that combines product specifications with knowledge of our editorial experts. They do not reflect hands-on assessment or labs testing. For more information about how we create Product Briefs, contact us.

• Manufacturer: Samsung
• Part Number: 940N

• General

• Display Type LCD display / TFT active matrix
• TFT Technology TN
• Width 16.1 in
• Depth 7.9 in
• Height 16.1 in
• Weight 12.1 lbs
• Enclosure Color Black

• Image

• Display (projector) image aspect ratio 5:4
• Image brightness 300 cd/m2
• Image Contrast Ratio 700:1
• Max horizontal view angle 160
• Max vertical view angle 160

• Display

• Diagonal Size 19 in
• Viewable Size 19 in
• Dot Pitch / Pixel Pitch 0.294 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 81 KHz
• Video Bandwidth 140 MHz
• Response Time 8 ms
• Display Positions Adjustments Height, Swivel
• Video Output None
• Backlight Life 20,000 hour(s)
• Signal Input VGA
• Features MagicColor, MagicBright

• Video Input

• Analog Video Signal RGB

• Audio Output

• Type None

• Expansion / Connectivity

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

• Miscellaneous

• Flat Panel Mount Interface 75 x 75 mm
• Features Wall mountable
• Microsoft Certifications Works with Windows Vista
• Compliant Standards DDC-2B, TCO '99, Plug and Play

• Power

• Power device form factor Internal
• Voltage Required AC 120/230 V
• Operational power consumption 38 Watt
• Operational power consumption (standby) 1 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
• Service & Support Details Limited warranty - Parts and labor - 3 years

• Sustainability

• EPA Energy Star Compliant Yes
• EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver

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