ViewSonic VA926 - LCD display - TFT - 19"

Description: The ViewSonic VA926 is a 19 in, flat panel computer monitor.Compared to other flat panel monitors on the market, it is relatively inexpensive at around $220.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.By way of comparison, 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.Accepts DVI input, which allows for greater signal clarity than traditional VGA.

Cons: 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.Also, this monitor has 5:4 aspect ratio, which is somewhat less favorable than some similarly priced monitors.For example, the Samsung 920WM, a 19 in monitor at around $200, has 16:10 aspect ratio.

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 terms of viewable size, flat panel monitors having comparable viewable size have an average cost of about $335.

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: ViewSonic Corp.
• Part Number: VA926

• General

• Display Type LCD display / TFT active matrix
• Width 16.2 in
• Depth 7.6 in
• Height 17.1 in
• Weight 8.4 lbs
• Enclosure Color Black, Silver

• Image

• Image Color Temperature 5400K, 6500K, 9300K, Adjustable
• Display (projector) image aspect ratio 5:4
• Image brightness 300 cd/m2
• Image Contrast Ratio 1000:1 / 2000:1 (dynamic)
• Max horizontal view angle 170
• Max vertical view angle 160

• Display

• Diagonal Size 19 in
• Viewable Size 19 in
• Max Resolution 1280 x 1024
• Max Sync Rate (V x H) 75 Hz x 82 KHz
• Response Time 5 ms
• Controls / Adjustments Contrast, H/V size, Sharpness, Brightness, H/V position
• Display Positions Adjustments Tilt
• Display Screen Coating Anti-glare
• Video Output None
• Backlight Life 40,000 hour(s)
• Signal Input DVI-D, VGA
• Features HDCP, OnView, OptiSync, ViewMatch

• 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

• Microsoft Certifications Compatible with Windows 7
• Compliant Standards CB, CE, UL, CCC, NOM, PSB, cUL, BSMI, RoHS, SASO, VCCI, WEEE, TUV S, C-Tick, MPR II, TUV GS, TCO '03, TUV Ergo, ISO 13406-2, FCC Class B certified

• Power

• Power device form factor Internal
• Voltage Required AC 120/230 V
• Operational power consumption 32 Watt

• Software / System Requirements

• Software type ViewSonic Wizard

• Environmental Parameters

• Min operating temperature 32 °F
• Max operating temperature 104 °F
• Operating humidity range 20 - 90%

• 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

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