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ViewSonic Optiquest Q7b 17" LCD Monitor
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Product Features:
- 300-nit brightness and 500:1 contrast ratio for sharp, true-to-life images
- 1280 x 1024 optimum resolution
- An ultra-thin bezel lets you see more without taking up valuable desktop real estate
- Fast 8ms video response delivers superior picture clarity
- Integrated speakers
ASIN: B000ALAHSO |
Product Description
Quality and performance at unbeatable value. The Optiquest Q7b 17" LCD display delivers an impressive array of features that will enhance your productivity while staying within your budget. With an excellent 600: 1 contrast ratio (typ) and 280-nit ultra-high brightness (typ) you'll receive clear text and rich colors. The full, flat 17 inches of viewable space and 1280x1024 resolution is comparable to 19" CRT monitors for display productivity. The fast 8ms video response time and anti-glare screen let you work comfortably for hours with razor-sharp graphics and smooth motion video. This LCD is the stylish, affordable upgrade for your office.your office.
Customer Reviews:
Great Monitor, Great Price.......2007-07-23
My son hooked it up and it works beautifully.
The picture is clear and crisp. Nice price, too!
A good value, especially since I got it during
the free shipping period!
Decent Monitor.......2007-01-15
I've owned Viewsonics in the past and have always been pleased with them. With this one, I knew it was one of their cheaper models but felt that since it was a Viewsonic I'd still get a great product. It's a decent monitor, but the color display could be better. It's overly contrast-y. Colors are way to o bright. I've adjusted and re-adjusted the color but with little improvement. Also, it does not have an adjustable or swivel neck, so how it comes out of the box is how it stays.
Overall, it's a decent, cheap monitor.
Great Value.......2007-01-12
I purchased this monitor for my Mother as a Christmas gift to replace her small 15" CRT. It works great and was so easy to setup that at 75 year of age she was able to do it by herself. She enjoys the extra room on her desk and the larger, clear screen. She even thinks the speakers sound good. I don't think you can beat the value.
Great Buy.......2007-01-09
I don't know much about computer equipment, so when I wanted a flat panel monitor for my computer I asked my local IT guru for some help selecting a good one. He found me this beauty and I am thrilled to have been directed to a high quality item with such an unbelievably reasonable price.
Awesome Deal.......2007-01-04
Paid about $[...] on sale through Amazon with rebate. So far so good. I have had this unit for about 2 months.Colors and sharpness are fine. No complaints.Definitely worth the money.
Product Description
ViewSonic's 17" VA1703wb LCD brings panoramic widescreen performance to budget-conscious users. The 16: 10 wide aspect ratio and high 1440x900 resolution provide ample space for multiple document windows, side-by-side full-page layouts, and immersive gaming that virtually surrounds the gamer. With ClearMotiv video response, you'll get extreme clarity, amazing color and stunning brightness. The VA1703wb delivers on ViewSonic's tradition of brilliant image quality and reliable performance all at an attractive price point. It's the easy choice for gamers, home/small office users and corporate professionals.
Product Description
ViewSonic's VG2021m 20" sleek two-tone LCD is your top performance choice in multimedia displays. Class-leading features like ClearMotiv 8ms gray-to-gray broadcast quality video response deliver superior clarity and perfect focus when viewing moving images. You will experience full multimedia performance with the bezel-integrated speakers while the multiple digital/analog inputs offer flexible multimedia connectivity. Crystal-clear pictures featuring 300-nit brightness (typ) along with ergonomic adjustments enhance productivity in graphic production, medical and financial fields. For those professionals who demand high performance, elegant design, and great value choose the ViewSonic VG2021m LCD display..
Customer Reviews:
Problem finding graphics card to support 1400x1050 .......2007-09-22
I got this monitor for my laptop and PC which are both connected to a KVM switch. The monitor works fine with the laptop since it supports 1400x1050. The problem is my PC which has Vista on it. I have not found a graphics card that supports 1400x1050 natively in VGA mode (my KVM switch only has a VGA connector). In XP, many graphics cards support manually inputting just about any resolution. With Vista, these same graphics cards do not have that feature. Supposedly, it is a problem with Vista. Just be warned if you want to use this monitor with a Vista machine using VGA. By the way, using DVI with the PC works great.
Excellent upgrade.......2007-08-31
I needed to replace an aging CRT monitor for our photo retouching and typesetting business. I did not want one of the new "widescreen" monitors, and the Viewsonic filled the bill very nicely. Good color. Easy setup.
Great monitor for price.......2007-06-24
I wanted to supplement a 19" Sony Trinitron monitor with an LCD display. The CRT has a great picture, of course. Not being a gamer, my criteria is text display. After looking over a number of LCDs at Frys (sorry Amazon) I bought this one because:
- it has excellent text rendering for an LCD, better than the other monitors at Frys until you get to some costing twice as much.
- big viewing area for over-50 eyes. The wide-screen displays are deceptive, I didn't think they really offer much more screen area. And if I want more horizontal area I'll use the Sony.
For quality alone this gets 4 stars. Factor in price and it's 5 stars. But I don't use it for much animated viewing: gaming or video/TV viewing.
Awesome Flat Panel Monitor With Spectacular Graphics........2007-06-03
This is my second ViewSonic flat panel monitor. The graphics on this monitor are awesome. Seems like a few folks bought lemons. Initially, I purchased the monitor from CompUSA. However, there were blemishes on the screen that could not be removed so I returned it. Then I purchased another one from a local Micro Center store in my hometown while I was home for Memorial day. Moreover, don't let the "I-bought-a-lemon-reviews" deter you from purchasing this monitor.
Bigger is better.......2007-05-31
I've owned a flat-panel monitor for a couple of years now (which I also have reviewed), and I love how space/weight efficient they are.
But since I started working at home, I found that I required (depending upon who you ask in the house) a bigger screen. Having used ViewSonic at work, I was familiar with their quality (plus the price was quite reasonable).
Even though I had free shipping (from CompUSA), it took just a little longer than expected, but when it did arrive, I was thrown back by the handy "suitcase" it came in (I'm still in the mind set of the old monster CRT's).
The set-up was rather easy. The only question I had was about the "other" video cable (one I was not familiar with); and the instructions did not indicate as to whether I needed just the one "standard" monitor cable, or both (in which case I would have need a new video card, and was not going to be a happy camper). But I tried just "standard" cable, and everything worked as expected.
There are also a couple small internal speakers; and I do mean small, so the sound is small & tinny (not that I really do anything on my computer that requires real speakers). ViewSonic also provided a speaker cable (unlike my last monitor manufacturer).
The menu buttons are on the side (which is fine), but the Indicator Icons on the front are just impressed into the case, and difficult to see. The menu is, as menus are, cumbersome, but not any more so than anyone else's (I'm just not a big fan of those style menus anyway).
Over all, I love my monitor, and it is WAY bigger than my old 17". So, I'm happy!
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ViewSonic VG730m 17" LCD Monitor
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Product Features:
- Panel Type - 17 color TFT active matrix SXGA LCD
- Resolution - 1280 x 1024
- Contrast Ratio - 600 - 1
- Brightness - 280 cd/m2
- Viewing Angle - 170° H, 155° V
ASIN: B000JD7RWM |
Product Description
The ViewSonic VG730m LCD Digital/Analog Display is an affordable, feature-rich solution for today's business applications. Enjoy your mixed data, audio, graphics and video content with ultra-smooth video streaming and scrolling text. OptiSync analog and digital inputs ensure seamless compatibility with the installed base of VGA-output sources as well as pure digital DVI connectivity. For a no-compromise display solution on a strict business budget, choose the endless possibilities of the VG730m. Response Time - 8ms Anti-glare panel surface Light Source time - 50,000 hrs. Compatibility - PC and Mac (up to 1280x1024; non-interlaced for PC) Connectors - Analog/digital 15-pin mini-D/DVI-D; 3-pin AC plug (power); audio in, line in OnView controls - Auto image adjust, brightness, contrast, input selection, audio (volume, mute), manual image adjust (H. size, H. position, V. position, fine tune, sharpness), setup menu ViewMatch color adjust -- sRGB, 9300K, 7500K, 6500K, 5400K Audio - Twin 1.5-watt speakers; 1.5-watt amplifier Dimensions(WxHxD) with stand - 15.2 x 18.7 x 9 (386.8 x 475.2 x 230 mm) Dimensions without stand - 15.2 x 14.4 x 2.6 (386.8 x 366.6 x 67 mm) Weight - 11.1 lbs. (5.0 kg) with stand; 15.4 lbs. (7.0 kg) with stand Includes VGA connect cable; DVI cable is optional
Product Description
ViewSonic's 19" VA903b LCD is a big screen performer that's great for intensive graphics tasks as well as for entertainment. Fast 8ms video response time delivers crystal-clear depictions and smooth, full-motion video for viewing movies, sports and scrolling text. Matched with 700: 1 contrast ratio and 300cd/m? of brightness, the VA903b displays images brilliantly. Lock in those vivid colors and your perfect screen adjustment with the OSD and power lock. And why not add a touch mounting the stylish, VESA compliant, slim bezel monitor on your wall. Furthermore, the Kensington security port offers theft deterrence. Prepare to be impressed by the performance, style and quality of the VA903b.of the VA903b.
Customer Reviews:
not great.......2007-08-18
My monitor came without any cables of any kind: no power cable and no video cable. I called ViewSonic and spoke to someone who said it happens "a lot"; she took my e-mail address and said they'd send me replacement cables, but that should never have happened in the first place. (I own the necessary cables and was able to get the monitor working.)
Input is VGA only. That's really not very impressive. Most LCD monitors in this day and age allow for digital input.
I don't find that the brightness is uniform, either. There are bright areas and dark areas. No adjustable stand, and not much of a tilting or swiveling radius.
It's a 19-inch LCD monitor for a bargain price, and I enjoy the very large screen, but I can't call this an excellent product.
Cheap, not up to Viewsonic standards........2007-02-26
This is a low end model. If you are buying your first LCD and arent a heavy graphics user, this may work for you. But moving up from a Viewsonic 17" model, I am very disappointed in the sharpness, brightness, and color rendering on this "VGA Only" display.
I should have bought the Viewsonic VA912B with DVI, its even listed for $30 less than this model. Ugh!
goO.......2006-12-28
I dont know about any of the other reviews, but this monitor is very good. tack sharp colors, good blacks, no dead pixels, VERY GOOD
decent but not that great.......2006-12-23
This is my first LCD monitor and I'm not that impressed (though going from a 17" to 19" is better, obviously). I bought it at Fry's Electronics for [...] (before [...] mail-in rebate) but it will be going back.
Forget about gaming with this monitor--if you need completely black/dark areas, the natural "built-in" dark grey glare will be VERY annoying. No amount of contrast, brightness, and/or gamma adjustment helps either. White bleeding along the top edge doesn't help either. I don't know if the 300 cd/m2 brightness is good but, I figure, the higher the better.
Also, there's no DVI plug so the picture quality isn't that great. I don't know if the .294mm dot pitch has to do with this, also.
I tried dorking with the multiple monitor thing in WinXP but the monitor wouldn't work at 2048x1024 resolution after switching from 2 displays to 1--and no 15-second auto-revert--bug.
No wattage usage in poor excuse for a manual (3 pages per each language--bloating the quickstart guide unnecessarily) or PDF version (which, oddly, lists power saving mode off wattage of
<1W but just "Normal" for on--go figure). The Watts isn't even listed on the back of the monitor!
The PDF manual specs also fail to even mention the most basic of LCD specs: refresh rate, brightness thingy (cd/m2), and contrast ratio--lame. ViewSonic needs to learn how to be more thorough, obviously.
The viewing angle isn't that great--you have to pretty much be centered in the middle or else parts of the screen will get darker (particularly the top).
Looks like I'll be sticking with my CRT for now until LCDs get at least as good in terms of complete black pixels and odd resolution handling (multisync, I guess--though I know some LCDs have this so maybe those are better).
Own a ViewSonic VA520.......2006-12-01
I'm online looking for a new ViewSonic but ONLY because my eyes now require a larger screen. I'm only writing this review because the previous reviewer had such bad luck with ViewSonic.
I have not experienced the same problems as the previous reviewer, I've owned my 15 inch ViewSonic for over 4 years and I have no complaints. I absolutely love it and that's why I'm shopping for the same brand but larger.
My suggestion to the unsatified reviewer, check out Dell. Several of my co-workers own a Dell LCD and they love it. It seems to be affordably priced and of course a recognizable name, good luck.
Product Description
The 17" ViewSonic VX710 LCD display offers an ultra-stylish, slim-panel LCD that delivers dazzling clarity and rich colors at a price that will please you. Advanced digital technology and optimum 1280x1024 resolution gives you brilliant images in a large display area. The high brightness, contrast ratio and ClearMotiv broadcast quality 25ms video response time bring your DVDs, games, video and photos to life with realistic color, detail, and action. You will also get precise screen to print colors with sRGB color management. The VX710 is the innovatively designed LCD that offers lots of extras for the discerning user without putting a big dent in your wallet. VGA up to 1280x1024 resolution OnView controls for superior screen adjustability Screen adjustments are precisely made via an easy-to-use on-screen menu Is VESA 100mm wall-mount compliant (wall mount is not included) Includes Table Stand Viewing Angle 140° horizontal, 130° vertical 40,000 Hour Light Bulb Cycle PC and Mac compatible Unit Size - 15.3 x 17.2 x 7.0 with stand Dual Volt Power Supply with 110V USA Plug AC Adapter
Amazon.com Product Description
LCD monitors have become popular both for their small profile and their better image quality, compared to traditional CRTs. The Vx710 is a sleek, stylish model that delivers a bright, accurate image and plenty of useful features, such as wall-mount compatibility for convenience and DVI support for higher-end graphics applications.
The Vx710's 1,280 x 1,024 maximum resolution and 0.264 mm dot pitch results in crisp, accurate images, while a 450:1 contrast ratio and 300 cd/m2 of brightness make text and graphics easy to see. The 25 ms video response time means that motion graphics are reproduced at broadcast quality, making this an ideal choice for gaming, watching DVDs, and much more. The Vx710 has 140-degree horizontal and 130-degree vertical viewing angles, while sRGB color management helps you get accurate screen to print colors. You can also easily adjust the monitor's settings with the onscreen display menu.
The AC 100-240V 50-60Hz power supply consumes only 35 watts of power (maximum) and is TCO'99 and Energy Star compliant. Compatible with both PC and Mac operating platforms, the Vx710 comes backed by a generous three-year warranty.
What's in the Box
Monitor, power cable, 15-pin VGA video cable, quick start guide with TCO99 ECO document, ViewSonic Wizard CD-ROM with 15-language user guide
Customer Reviews:
Over 20 dead pixels and no DVI cable.......2004-11-22
I got a defective unit that had over 20 dead pixels. Took 3 weeks to ship, now I have to wait another 2-3 weeks to get a replacement. This also does not come with a DVI cable. AND not all DVI cables will fit under the lower back panel door. I bought a cable at an online auction website and it doesn't fit so now I have to buy another one.
Excellent quality, but perhaps not the best deal around.......2004-09-07
I went with this 17" LCD over a comparably priced 19" because of its feature set and preceived quality. I was not dissappointed in that regard.
I received the monitor with zero dead or stuck pixels. It is very bright, more than the competition, and has a superb contrast ratio. The viewing angle is average, but sufficient. I did not buy it based on its looks, though it is a sleek and nice looking unit. That just wasn't a concern of mine. It has performed flawlessly thus far, the picture is clear and sharp in its native resolution, no ghosting, the most minimal lighting along screen edge, and, like I said, no dead pixels.
$50 less and it would get 5 stars, given that larger screens are available too close to this price. However, I don't mind paying for the quality, and would purchase it again.
Average customer rating:
- Two broken units in less than 1 1/2 years & poor customer service
- Customer service is really really bad
- Awesome for the price
- So Clear & Bright!
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ViewSonic VA721 17" LCD Monitor
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Product Features:
- 1,280 x 1,024 native resolution
- 450:1 contrast ratio, 300-nit brightness
- 140-degree horizontal viewing angle
- Fast 25 ms response time
- Simple setup; PC and Mac compatible
ASIN: B0002IP4ME |
Product Description
Viewsonic OptiSync VA721 17" Analog LCD Computer Monitor Display - In any direction, the compact ViewSonic VA721 17" LCD offers the ability to have a brilliant, viewable screen on your PC or Macintosh. This ultra-slim LCD delivers an impressive array of features designed to enhance your work and play while staying within your budget. The space saving 2.2" profile and fold-up base allow you to make the most of your desktop real estate. You'll enjoy brillant colors with the high 300 nit (typ) of brightness, 450:1 contrast ratio (typ). Wide viewing angles and a fast 25ms video response time make this LCD perfect for gaming. Added features like the OSD/power lock and AutoTune functions maximize and maintain your display settings. The VA721 displays excellent taste while enhancing your entertainment. OnView controls including ViewMatch feature Customize image adjustments and color temperature via an on-screen menu using simple controls ViewSonic Wizard included - User-friendly Wizard software automates the setup process to deliver optimized screen performance OSD/power lock secures your settings - Prevents changes to monitor settings and maintains an optimized image OnView controls for superior screen adjustability TCO'99 and ENERGY qualified PC and Mac compatible Viewsonic USA One-year limited warranty 24/7 free technical and customer support (Excludes major U.S. holidays) from Viewsonic Unit Size with stand - 14.8 x 14.7 x 7.7 / Monitor alone is 2.2 Deep and may be wall mounted
Customer Reviews:
Two broken units in less than 1 1/2 years & poor customer service.......2007-01-23
I, too, had problems with ViewSonic's customer service. First unit purchased in 10/05 and broke (it just wouldn't light up) in 7/06. I sent the unit back to ViewSonic who told me I would hear from them within 10 business days. One month later and no word from the company. I called and they couldn't find my monitor, but agreed they had received it! They sent me a new unit (new to me anyway) in late 8/06. Now it is 1/07 and the new unit is going dimmer by the day. Can't return as the replacement unit's warranty is only 90 days! Thank goodness my husband works with computers and has a ready supply of monitors that I can borrow in a pinch.
Customer service is really really bad.......2006-02-24
I value ViewSonic brand so I bought one VA721 from Office Depot during Thanksgiving time last year. Unfortunately either the backlight or one of the RGB color was broken in about 1.5 months so that the screen looks very weird. I am an engineer and I understand this will happen sometimes. I called the customer service. I told them that I understand this and just want to get this fixed and I got Advanced Replacement permit to replace the broken one. The representative said I should receive the replacement in about 3 days. This is all good.
So I waited for about a week, but I did not receive the replacement. I called again. The representative said they are still trying to allocate one unit for me (I thought ViewSonic make LCD monitor, am I right?) and should be available in next several days. So I waited another week and but I did not receive it. I called third time and I was promised to have one tomorrow. OK, I can live with that. However, I did not have my unit in 3 days not even a confirmation email. So I called again. By now I was really upset so I requested to talk to the manager. The representative told me the manager's name is John, but the manager said his name is Mike (a fake one?! whatever). The manager did not have any patience to listen to me but promise me to ship one unit for me by next Monday. Ok, whatelse can I do other than taking their words?
Eventually I got my unit in about a month after I first called. Guess what I got? A LCD monitor made in May 2004 with scratch everywhere around the body of the monitor and even had greese on the power cord. My VA721 was made in August 2005 and it's almost brand new. So I called again and got another Advanced Replacement permit. Now it is about another month and I haven't heard anything from them and haven't got anything either. I am tired of calling them. I will see how long I will have my second replacement back and I will keep you guys posted.
I will never buy ViewSonic products again and I will tell my friend so too.
Awesome for the price.......2006-01-03
Got this for 199.99 at CompUSA. What a steal! Great graphics, fast refreshing time (8ms), a sub $200 monitor which is a huge space saver --> what more can you want? Also works great for video games. There's no DVI connection which is the only bad thing but other than that, this is a must have especially for the price.
So Clear & Bright!.......2005-04-27
I recieved this monitor for Christmas in 2004, and I am in love. Both with my husband for buying it and with the monitor itself! Ths colors are SO precise that you can take a photo and put it next the the monitor and it will match!
My only problem with it, is the fact that I can't clean the ball point pen off it (my 3 year old daughter drew a picture for me!)
Product Description
The ViewSonic VA712B combines an 8ms video response with a vibrant clear image enabling a connection to multiple digital and analog video sources Viewing Angle - 176 degree horizontal, 173 degree vertical contrast ratio Response Time - 8ms Brightness - 350 cd/m Up to 50,000 Hours Light Source Anti-glare Panel Surface Video Input Signal - RGB analog Fh Frequency - 30 - 82 kHz Fv Frequency - 50 - 85 Hz PC Compatibility - VGA up to 1280 x 1024 non-interlaced Mac Compatibility - Power Mac G3 & G4 1024 x 768 Analog - 15 pin mini D-sub, DVI-D Audio In - Stereo mini audio line in Audio - Speakers - 2 x 1 watt Amplifier - 1-watt at THD less than 8% Voltage - AC 100 - 240V (universal), 50 - 60Hz (auto switch) Consumption - 60W (max) Temperature - 32F-104F (0-40C) Humidity - 10-90% (no condensing) Unit Dimensions - Width 15.2 x Height 16.2 x Depth 7.0 inches, 386mm x 411mm x 177mm Unit Weight - 9.5 pounds (4.3 kg) Power Management - Meets TCO-99 and Energy Star standards
Customer Reviews:
Nice Picture, Terrible Life.......2007-06-06
I have one of these at work. It was new out of the box probably two months ago and already has images starting to burn in. That is just pathetic. The speakers are "OK" for integrated monitor speakers. The picture quality is very nice at it's native resolution... but I wouldn't recommend this monitor to anyone. Ever. Burn in after just a few months is totally unacceptable.
WARNING: IMAGE BURNS.......2007-02-08
I bought this monitor and about six months later images began to burn-in across the top of the screen. I'm not talking about images that burn in after you leave a program open for eight hours without a screensaver. No, this monitor gets image burns after using a program - ANY PROGRAM - for only a few minutes. They do go away...if you turn your monitor off and unplug it from the power source FOR ABOUT A WEEK! And then the burn-in images come back after about FIVE MINUTES of surfing the web! By the way, ViewSonic's "Limited Warranty" apparently does not cover image burns, so don't waste your time calling customer service. When it comes to computer monitors, better stick with tried-and-true brands: Sony, HP, etc.
Short Lifespan.......2006-12-01
I purchased 2 Viewsonic LCD monitors and both lasted about a year and a half before the left side of the screens went dark. No diagnostic queries or interactions could bring them back to normal. I contacted customer support and was told that Viewsonic would do nothing. Maybe I was stupid or naive in not getting a warranty beyond the first year, but I assumed that a good product, made with good parts, from a company that desires to satisfy its customers with a good QA/QC program to ensure that quality products are being produced, could make a product (or 2) that would last longer than a year and a half. Faulty assumption. With 2 LCD monitors having the same problem, lasting about the same length of time, and on 2 different computer systems, this strongly indicates to me a non-coincidental problem within Viewsonic. I will not buy anything from Viewsonic again. I will spend a little more, if I have to, to buy a reliable product from a reliable company.
Poor quality and poor manufacturer support.......2006-05-25
When I first got this monitor I was thrilled. It's sleek looking and the 2 inputs were nice, since I could use it for 2 machines. I started to notice there's a lot of light bleeding in on the edges... a lot more than I notice on my LG or my Dell Notebook screen. Then I was faced with a permanent green stripe down the left side. After much trouble, I finally got a replacement sent from Viewsonic.
The replacement is almost as bad. I've got all sorts of image "burning" (where it looks like my last screen is embossed onto the background). I'm now going to have to go through the whole hassle of trying to get this replaced again, as it makes the picture quality terrible.
so far, 2/2 have been terrible, and the manufacturer support hasn't been very good, they forgot to send my last replacement for a couple weeks (said it'd bee 3-5 business days).
Don't buy this model, and carefully consider the entire manufacturers line...
Well worth the price!.......2006-05-11
ViewSonic has not let me down yet! Their monitors last forever and they're top quality - hence the price. You will not get a better value for your dollar. I am a graphic designer who has to stare at pictures and text all day long and this monitor is really easy on my eyes. It has good contrast, brightness, and color controls, and text is crisp and clear. It comes with two cables - regular VGA and digital DVI. I'm sure with the DVI it is an even better picture, but my video card is analog and even the VGA is great quality.
I listen to internet radio at work on the built-in speakers - and I can hear the music clearly across the 20' long room. It's decent quality, just don't expect it to sound quite like a live concert.
The thing I love most is this monitor causes less eye strain than CRTs (you blink less when you use a CRT), and its footprint is so small I can set it 24 to 36" away from my face - the recommended distance for minimizing eye strain. The huge CRT it replaces had to sit about 16" from my face and that gave me awful headaches. I am happy to say no more headaches since my boss got this amazing monitor for me!
Product Description
ViewSonic's reliable performer delivers on a promise of quality standards like 300 nits of brightness (typ) and 500: 1 contrast ratio (typ) for stunning, bright images. The VA702b features a 8ms video response time that produces crystal-clear graphics and HD-quality video for full brilliant, detailed color. Simplicity is executed through its clean lines, slim bezel and minimalist footprint with a base designed to fold 90 degrees. An option VESA wall mount lets you integrate the VA702b into your office d?cor. Packed with a powerful OnView control interface, precise performance is always a priority in this extremely affordable package. The stylish VA702b LCD display is an ideal choice for SOHO, education and government users.
Customer Reviews:
better than expecter.......2007-05-21
This monitor was a surprise. I find the quality excellent. It is very bright and colors are strong. I did not know ViewSonic's reputation and I find it more to my liking than Samsung or Dell. This may not be for the professional seeking a neutral color critical worksapce. but for everyday use the color are very pleasing and it is eazy on the eyes.I paid about $170.
Great monitor, great price.......2007-01-19
I have had one of these for almost 2 years with absolutely no problems. The monitor looks great aesthetically as well as produces great color and images. It's been connected to two different computers, originally my wife's desktop with integrated video and then on a gaming machine with a higher end ATI card. The only downside is the VGA-only connection and no DVI, but that's the reason for the lower cost. I'm currently shopping for another monitor to create a dual-screen setup and am planning on buying another va702b to go with the first.
Short Lifespan.......2006-12-01
I purchased 2 Viewsonic LCD monitors and both lasted about a year and a half before the left side of the screens went dark. No diagnostics or interactions could bring them back to normal. I contacted customer support and was told that Viewsonic would do nothing. Maybe I was stupid or naive by not getting a warranty beyond the first year, but I assumed that a good product, made from good parts, from a company that desires to satisfy its customers with a good QA/QC program to ensure that quality products are being produced, could make a product that would last longer than a year and a half. Faulty assumption. With 2 LCD moniotrs having the same problem, lasting about the same length of time and on 2 different computer systems, this strongly indicates to me a non-coincidental problem within Viewsonic. I will not buy anything from Viewsonic again. I will spend a little more, if I have to, to buy a relaible product from a reliable company.
I like it.......2006-07-22
I chose this Viewsonic to replace my 19" Viewsonic CRT. I'm finding the colors to not be as rich as the CRT, but the screen is clear and no apparent dead spots. I'm going to purchase the 19" LCD monitor this fall. I am happy with my purchase. No problems with Amazon nor packaging. Monitor arrived before estimated arrival time - that was a plus.
Very nice inexpensive monitor.......2006-06-22
I disregarded the extremely negative reviews about the 702B here and purchased the monitor anyway. Other information resources provided much higher unilateral marks. Additionally, I have years of experience with ViewSonic and have never had a poor one.
The monitor arrived and was installed. There were no dead pixels and it functioned perfectly out of the box, even before the drivers were installed. The monitor itself is very attractive and imagery colors vivid and sharp. I have noted no ghosting at all. The refresh rate appears to satisfy the most video intensive and demanding games my grandkids enjoy.
I did, however, determine that matching my video card resolution to the 702b optimum native resolution(1280x1024) enhances a game's appearance and performance substantially. Our preferred resolution setting(1024 X 768) produces absolutely no problems with other applications and is not an issue. It only takes a few moments to make the change and is well worth the effort, rest assured. Onboard controls are adequate for critical adjustments. The default brightness was a bit high, but that was because the video card had been adjusted for the original monitor. A quick tweak on the card control panel resolved the minor problem immediately, adding even more richness and depth to the color and contrast. I strongly recommend that you synchronize your video card with the monitor to achieve maximum viewing pleasure.
A wonderful key feature is the full 90+ degree tilt ability of the screen structure. Too many of the monitors offered these days are on a fixed pedestal. This feature is important for use in a room where light variations and glare may occur. The 702b has no height adjustment, but the one they chose as standard is ideal. It is not as defined as my 19" Sony, but it didn't cost $700 either.
I purchased the unit for a Dell 8100 that I retired to our beach home, replacing a bulky 17" CRT monitor. The 702B is a terrific value, yet does not compromise quality for that advantage. Many visitors at our second home comment about the fine images the 702b produces, thus this opinion is shared by others as well. So, I am a happy camper responding to the mixed bag of reviews here at Amazon. I hope it provides others with additional insight before making a purchase decision.
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ViewSonic VG171 17" LCD Monitor
Manufacturer: ViewSonic
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Product Features:
- Feature-rich 17-inch TFT active matrix LCD
- Dual input compatibility supports both analog and digital signals
- Multiple on-screen user controls, plus power lock
- Wide-range viewing angles, 400:1 contrast ratio
- 3-year warranty
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Product Description
Ideal for corporate customers, the ViewSonic VG171 LCD display features a DVI interface, which simplifies installation and guarantees the image quality is optimized without adjustments. The built-in OptiSync technology allows this model to display digital and analog formats, utilizing today's digital technology, yet allowing for backward compatibility. For today's corporate user, the ViewSonic VG171 offers a complete benefits package.
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