SyncMaster 943N 19" Widescreen LCD Monitor

Description: The samsung SyncMaster 943N is a 19 in, flat panel computer monitor.Compared to other flat panel monitors on the market, it is relatively inexpensive at around $180.This unit features a 1280x1024 native resolution.Weighs 8.4 lbs.

Pros: Has 1000:1 contrast ratio, which is higher than some similarly priced monitors.In fact, the average cost of a product with this high a contrast ratio is $480.Its wide viewing angle (170 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 ViewSonic VX1940W, a 19 in monitor at around $185, has 1680x1050 resolution.

Suitability: A flat panel monitor, suited for those who want a larger thin screen monitor.The 5 ms response time of this screen makes it ideal for fast-moving games and for watching movies.

Value: Given its relatively inexpensive price, this monitor has great features for the money.In fact, you would usually pay about 90% more to get a flat panel monitor having roughly the same 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.

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• Manufacturer: Samsung
• Part Number: LS19MYAKBB/XAA

• General

• Display Type LCD display / TFT active matrix
• Width 16 in
• Depth 7.9 in
• Height 16.3 in
• Weight 8.4 lbs
• Enclosure Color Glossy black ( The image of the product displayed may be of a different color )

• Image

• Image Color Temperature Adjustable
• Display (projector) image aspect ratio 5:4
• Image brightness 300 cd/m2
• Image Contrast Ratio 1000:1 / 8000:1 (dynamic)
• Max horizontal view angle 170
• Max vertical view angle 160

• Display

• Diagonal 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 135 MHz
• Response Time 5 ms
• Controls / Adjustments Contrast, Sharpness, Brightness, H/V position, Color balance, Gamma correction, Color temperature
• Display Positions Adjustments Tilt
• OSD Languages French, German, English, Italian, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Turkish, Portuguese
• Video Output None
• Signal Input VGA
• Features MagicTune, MagicColor, MagicSpeed, Sync on Green, OSD-Digital Display Director

• Video Input

• Analog Video Signal RGB

• Audio Output

• Type None

• Input Device

• 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, Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
• Microsoft Certifications Works with Windows Vista
• Compliant Standards DDC-2B

• Power

• Power device form factor Internal
• Voltage Required AC 120/230 V
• Operational power consumption 34 Watt
• Operational power consumption (standby) 1 Watt

• Software / System Requirements

• Software type Natural Color Pro, Drivers & Utilities

• Environmental Parameters

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

• 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