ViewSonic Optiquest Q241wb - LCD display - TFT - 24"

Description: The ViewSonic Optiquest Q241WB is a 24 in, flat panel computer monitor.Compared to other flat panel monitors on the market, it is relatively inexpensive at around $380.It has a built-in set of stereo speakers.This unit features a 1920x1200 native resolution.Weighs 12.8 lbs.

Pros: Has 1920x1200 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 $645.Also, this monitor has 16:10 aspect ratio.This is more favorable than the average monitor on the market today, but is to be expected for a monitor of this price.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.Accepts DVI input, which allows for greater signal clarity than traditional VGA.

Cons: None noted, given available product data.

Suitability: Made for those want a big display in a thin form factor.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.For example, when it comes to viewable screen size, the average price of flat panel monitors with comparable viewable size is quite a bit more -- in fact around $625.

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: ViewSonic Corp.
• Part Number: Q241WB

• General

• Display Type LCD display / TFT active matrix
• TFT Technology TN
• Built-in Devices Stereo speakers
• Width 22.4 in
• Depth 10.2 in
• Height 18.2 in
• Weight 12.8 lbs
• Enclosure Color Black

• Image

• Image Color Temperature 5400K, 6500K, 9300K, Adjustable
• Display (projector) image aspect ratio 16:10
• Image brightness 400 cd/m2
• Image Contrast Ratio 800:1
• Max horizontal view angle 160
• Max vertical view angle 160

• Display

• Diagonal Size 24 in - Widescreen
• Viewable Size 24 in
• Max Resolution 1920 x 1200
• Max Sync Rate (V x H) 75 Hz x 80 KHz
• Response Time 5 ms
• Controls / Adjustments H-size, Contrast, H/V size, Sharpness, Brightness, H/V position, Input select, Color temperature
• Display Positions Adjustments Tilt
• Display Screen Coating Anti-glare
• Video Output None
• Backlight Life 40,000 hour(s)
• Signal Input DVI-D, VGA
• Features OnView, OptiSync

• Video Input

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

• Audio Output

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

• KVM

• Type None

• Expansion / Connectivity

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

• Miscellaneous

• Cables Included VGA cable, Audio cable
• Features Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
• Compliant Standards UL, NOM, cUL, TUV S, FCC Class B certified

• Power

• Power device form factor Internal
• Voltage Required AC 120/230 V
• Operational power consumption 85 Watt

• Environmental Parameters

• Min operating temperature 32 °F
• Max operating temperature 104 °F
• Operating humidity range 20 - 80%

• Manufacturer Warranty

• Service & Support 1 year warranty
• Service & Support Details Limited warranty - Parts and labor - 1 year

• Sustainability

• EPA Energy Star Compliant Yes

ViewSonic Corp.

Manufacturer profile

• Website: http://www.viewsonic.com/
• Address: 381 Brea Canyon Rd, , .
• Phone: 909-444-8888
• Email: vstech@viewsonic.com
• Fax: 909-468-1202