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Viewsonic P90F 19" CRT Monitor (Silver/Black)
Manufacturer: ViewSonic ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics Accessories:
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ASIN: B00006F2W2 |
Product Description
Featuring ViewSonic's award-winning PerfectFlat screen technology, the P90f offers the performance you need with an attractive two-tone design. This 19.0" (18.0" viewable) CRT offers an ultra-fine stripe pitch of 0.24mm for sharp crisp images and a maximum resolution of 1920x1440. With no damper wires to hamper your view and added new features such as the one-touch, auto-adjust button for easy screen setup, the P90f is an ideal choice for high-end graphics and imaging applications. If you seek perfection in a 19" (18.0" viewable) display, look no further. The absolute flat screen provides realistically proportioned, precise images with reduced reflection, image distortion and eye fatigue. The contemporary metallic-on-black design complements both home and office computing environments. This two-tone design is a perfect match to your black-case computer. Glass with a low transmission rate assures bright, bold colors. Size and position automatically adjust with the touch of a button, maximizing the screen at any resolution.Customer Reviews:
A good mid-range monitor.......2004-01-10
I was a little worried when I put in my Internet order for this monitor: In addition to the factors above, there are some very negative one star reviews of the P90F.
When I first got the monitor hooked up, my first impression was good: Bright picture, no obvious blotches of discoloration, steady image.
Closer inspection of the image at my preferred resolution (1600x1200 @ 85 Hz) revealed some worrisome flaws:
* There were a couple vertical half-inch-wide bars of dimming along running the length of the left hand side of the screen.
* Text was blurring in the corners due to misconvergence, and the purity of the right top and right bottom corner was off.
* There were also noticeable screen geometry problems around the edges of the screen: It is not uncommon for P90F to have a 1mm to 3mm vertical "slant" along one of the horizontal edges of the screen. This I found to be annoying, but did not affect the image quality (I looked at several full screen geometric pictures to see if I could notice distortion, and my eye could not find any).
* The vertical edges of the screen are not perfectly straight. They are very close to straight though, and their straightness seems quite acceptable to me, especially for a monitor in this price class.
* I noticed the frequently mentioned problem with this monitor taking 15 minutes to "remember" its vertical / horizontal screen sizing after it has been in sleep mode or turned off for a while.
All these problems! But, I decided to stick with it for a couple days, and see what I could get fixed on my own. After three days I've decided to keep it. Read on for why.
The vertical bars of dimming slowly seemed to "get better" after using the monitor for a couple days. Also, I changed the video timing mode on my nVidia video card to "Fixed Ratio" mode, which seemed to help alleviate the problem immediately. They are still *BARELY* visible on a purely white background and this is acceptable to me.
I adjusted out the the text blurring (which was due to misconvergence) with the on-screen controls. This convergence adjusting took me about an hour of careful inspection of text and graphics in different applications and resolutions. The monitor still has a little misconvergance, but I have found a happy middle ground where everything in the corners is acceptable, and the convergence in the middle of the screen is quite crisp. All CRT monitors will be blurrier in the corner than they are in the centre. I am not entirely satisfied with the P90F's convergence however, and feel it is an area that ViewSonic could improve upon.
The purity was again adjustible with the onscreen controls, and I was able to fix the dimness on the right top and bottom corners. The right-hand side of the screen is almost imperceptibly darker than the left, but this is only noticeable on a purely white screen, and even then is barely so. I was happy with this adjustment.
The slanting along horizontal edge appears to be a common problem with this monitor. It can not be adjusted out -- I wish it wasn't there, but honestly I don't notice it at all when I'm using the monitor. However, serious graphics professionals who want uncompromizing geometry might do well to look to a higher quality CRT, or pay the premium on an LCD.
The problem with this monitor "remembering" its vertical sizing very slowly when first starting it after it has been powered down for a while is a bit frustrating. I believe it has to do with the type of Tension Mask used in this particular CRT. Let's say you have had the monitor powered on for a while (i.e., displaying images so that the Mask is warmed up), and you adjust the horizontal edges of the image to the VERY edges of the displayable regions. You then power down the monitor for the night. In the morning, when you turn on the screen, you will notice that the horizontal edges of the image are now "out of bounds" of the displayable region. If you leave the image be, you will notice that the horizontal edges slowly come drift back into the original settings (and into view) over the next 15 minutes. I believe this is the Tension Mask warming up and slightly changing shape.
Normally a problem like this would have me sending the monitor back right away. But -- I stopped to think for a bit: This particular CRT offers near Trinitron (read: great) brightness and color, but without aperture grille tension wire lines. However, it offers it at the cost of this slow "image size restoration" while warming up. Ask yourself: would you rather deal with a few millimeters of image shift when first powering on the monitor for the day, or would you rather have two distinctly visible horizontal black lines crossing your screen all day. I'll choose the former, and I have.
Now, with all my adjustments set I have what I feel is a fantastic mid-range 19" monitor. The case is stylish and looks good with my black hardware. The image is crisp and and the colors are true and bright. I can even run at reasonably flicker free at 1920 x 1440 @ 70Hz, and text is still readable! This I feel is due to the excellent .24 dot pitch. It switches resolutions fairly quickly and without much noise.
The only thing I wish ViewSonic had included was saveable monitor profiles for restoring certain settings for certain applications. However this is a "nice to have" and not a "must have."
Overall I feel that this is probably the best monitor in its class. It requires a lot of tweaking, but the end result is very satisfying. One of its best features is that it has no aperture grille lines due to its Tension Mask CRT design. The only other monitor in this class that could compete would probably be the NEC/Mitsubishi.
Good monitor but not quite up to "professional" class label.......2003-11-02
Pros:
-Good refresh rates in higher resolutions- rock-solid 85hz all the way up to 1600x1200.
-Slot-mask technology gives a brighter picture without the visible horizontal damper wires that all aperture grill (Trinitron/Diamondtron) monitors have.
-Jaw-droppingly good picture - sharp, bright, vibrant, accurate colors. Games look fantastic.
-Text in 1280x960 and 1600x1200 very sharp and black (10 point Arial and Windows 2000 default fonts)
Cons:
-Concave image takes some getting used to. Horizontal lines are bowed about 1/16" (it appears much worse than it measures) and there is no way to adjust it.
-The first unit I bought made me wonder if Viewsonic ever heard of QA- the non-glare coating stopped ½" from the corner of the screen. Fortunately I could return it for a replacement at no charge.
-The replacement unit displays a considerable convergence issue in the tests that will not adjust out, but I don't do any precise graphic work so I don't notice it. (first unit did not have this issue)
-Coming out of sleep mode, the picture takes about 10 minutes to come back to proper size.
-100hz refresh rate setting in 1280x mode is fuzzy and shimmers, use 85hz instead.
-Noticeable (but not severe) clicking when changing resolutions
P.S. If you find this review helpful please post one of your own on whatever HW you buy to keep the "system" working- thanks.
Buyer Beware!.......2003-08-01
Not wanting to risk another disaster, I went premium all the way and bought an Eizo Flexscan T766, which is the finest monitor I've ever owned or worked with.
Perfect digital pictures - text blurred!!!.......2003-06-09
An additional comment to my earlier review.......2003-05-23
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Uniden FRS4402 Eco Series 2-Way Radios with Advanced 14 Channels and Headset (Pair)
Manufacturer: Uniden ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics Product Features:
ASIN: B00005N5XE |
Product Description
The Uniden RS440 Family Radio is a lightweight, palm-sized radio with a unique carabineer design allowing you to "clip" the radio to almost anything and carry it almost anywhere. Use it at shopping malls, amusement parks, or sporting events to stay in contact with family and friends, or in a neighborhood watch for vital communication. This compact, state-of-the-art device is equipped with many features.Amazon.com Product Description
This pair of small, lightweight Uniden FRS440 two-way radios enables you to keep in touch with friends and family for up to two miles. With 14 channels and 38 privacy codes, this two-way radio screens out interference from other radios.The FRS440 features 7 weather channels to provide up-to-the-minute reports and alerts on weather conditions. It has a vibrate alert to let you know immediately of an incoming message and five distinct call tones so you will know exactly who in your group is transmitting a message.
This radio requires three AA batteries (not included) for up to 50 hours of operation. Other features include a channel scan feature, temperature display, FM radio, and an accessory jack. The Uniden FRS440 is covered by a one-year warranty.
Customer Reviews:
Great For Hiking in groups.......2003-08-14
This radio looks good... but that's as far as it goes........2002-01-31
You have to press the PTT button for at least 2 seconds before talking. Why? The PTT button is a dual-function button. Obviously it is a PTT, but it is also a Monitor button. This makes it necessary to hold it down for at least 2 seconds before talking. Getting people to realize this and have them remember to do this is next to impossible.
This made the radio very frustrating to use. I eventually sent them back for a refund.
get this if you're looking for a good two-way!!!.......2002-01-07
a great time saver at the ski hill.......2001-12-31
Walkie Talkie.......2001-12-22
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Tucano IP-T3G-R Neoprene Case for Ipod 3G Red
Manufacturer: Tucano ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics ASIN: B0006G37BC |
Product Description
Stand out from the crowd with Tucano products! Tucano is an Italian manufacturer of computer accessories that make your everyday life brighter, make you feel happier!This case is designed for Apple iPod.For a complete compatibility list please refer to the original manufacturer's web site.
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VTech gz2334 2.4 GHz V-Mix Cordless Phone with Caller ID (Yellow and Black)
Manufacturer: Vtech ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics Product Features:
ASIN: B0007NKFG4 Release Date: 2005-05-01 |
Product Description
Following the success of 900 MHz frequency phones, 2.4 GHz transmit at even a higher frequency. If you already own one or more 900 MHz telephones, consider a 2.4 GHz model when you are looking to add an additional cordless telephone. Many 2.4 GHz phones can transmit greater amounts of data than lower frequency units. This is called greater bandwidth.With dual-colored changeable handsets and base plates, this VTech gz2334 2.4 GHz V-Mix cordless phone with caller ID can match any d?cor. The phone features 5 funky preset musical ring tones, flashing light visual ringer and animations signaling voicemail messages and caller ID match. The phone also has a 40 name and number directory, voicemail waiting indicator and volume and caller ID/call waiting with 90 name and number caller ID history (requires phone company service). Other features include belt clip, headset compatibility and more.Customer Reviews:
doesn't ring.......2007-01-30
good phone for about a year.......2005-11-20
Great quality, features, and value! Awesome cordless phone!.......2005-11-13
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Vtech GZ2334 2.4 GHz V-Mix Cordless Phone with Caller ID
Manufacturer: Vtech ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics Product Features:
ASIN: B0007W1B36 |
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* 5 hip-sounding preset musical ring tones * Changeable handset and base plates for design choices * Caller ID with call waiting, 90-name-and-number caller * ID history * 30-channel operation, 40-name-and-number phone directory * 2.4 GHz analog signal Model: GZ2334
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Yamaha DV-S5650 Progressive Scan DVD Player
Manufacturer: YAMAHA ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics Product Features:
ASIN: B000AS9OWC |
Product Description
Yamaha has endeavored to produce products and services that satisfy the diverse needs and desires of people worldwide. Its products and services are recognized the world over for superior quality in acoustics, design, technology, craftsmanship, and customer oriented services. These products and services under the brand name of Yamaha are highly regarded by a large number of professionals, institutions, business people within the related industries, and consumers.PRODUCT FEATURES: Single disk DVD player; Plays DVD-Video, SVCD, VCD, CD-R/RW, DVD+R/RW, DVD-R/RW and MP3 disks; Progressive scan video output; Component, S-Video, and composite video outputs; Optical and coaxial digital outputs; Mixed 2 channel output with 3D surround; 192 kHz / 24 bit audio DAC for high sound quality; Zoom function; Screen saver; Parental control and disk lock; Slow motion.
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XBOX NBA Seattle Supersonics Control Pad Pro
Manufacturer: MadCatz ProductGroup: Video Games Binding: Video Game Accessories:
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ASIN: B000AQVVHK |
Product Description
Gamers who have stepped up to the Mad Catz Control Pad Pro controller totally dominate the competition this is simply the best controller available for the PlayStation®2. Now you can control the game with the official NBA Licensed team controllers. 30 collectible team designs in full color with Mad Catz signature poly-carbonate impact resistant finishes. Fully analog with dual joysticks, dual vibration motors, pressure-sensitive analog action buttons and turbo feature - the NBA Control Pad Pro is built for serious gaming action. Also designed for supreme comfort, features include rubber grips and an 8-foot reinforced cable. Also compatible with PlayStation® and PS one.
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Yamaha DVD-C740 Progressive Scan DVD-Video/SACD 5 Disc Changer
Manufacturer: YAMAHA ProductGroup: CE ASIN: B0003QQZFK |
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Xerox Phaser 300X - Printer - color - solid ink - A3, ARCH B - 300 dpi x 300 dpi - up to 1 ppm - Parallel, Serial, Ethernet
Manufacturer: Xerox ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics ASIN: B0009MG3D2 |
Product Description
Phazer 300X is the World's Most Versatile Color Printer. Plain and simple - or coarse and textured - the Phaser 300X color printer can handle any paper you'd like: 16-lb. bond to 80-lb. cover. Letterhead, book, text, writing, cover stock, drafting vellum, recycled, or anything else that looks interesting. It's the world's most versatile color printer.The 300X is a cost-effective, shared resource designed to support Macs, PCs, workstations--you name it. And the industry's leading, cross platform printing language, genuine Adobe PostScript imaging technology, is built-in. Color prints from the 300X were designed for high-impact on business and low impact on the environment. The unique ColorStix solid inks are safe and easy to work with - and minimize waste, so they're easy to live with too. And of course, the packaging is recyclable. Color output from the 300X is very consistent: The colors you printed with the final changes this morning, will match the colors you may have to print with the final, final changes this afternoon. Print on paper from postcard (4" x 6") to Tabloid Extra (12" x 18"), or any size in-between. With the 300X, you can print an 11" x 17" two-page spread with plenty of room for full-bleed images.
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Xerox Phaser 300X - Printer - color - solid ink - A3 - 300 dpi x 300 dpi - up to 1 ppm - Parallel, Serial, Ethernet
Manufacturer: Xerox ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics ASIN: B0009MB2EM |
Product Description
Phazer 300X is the World's Most Versatile Color Printer. Plain and simple - or coarse and textured - the Phaser 300X color printer can handle any paper you'd like: 16-lb. bond to 80-lb. cover. Letterhead, book, text, writing, cover stock, drafting vellum, recycled, or anything else that looks interesting. It's the world's most versatile color printer.The 300X is a cost-effective, shared resource designed to support Macs, PCs, workstations--you name it. And the industry's leading, cross platform printing language, genuine Adobe PostScript imaging technology, is built-in. Color prints from the 300X were designed for high-impact on business and low impact on the environment. The unique ColorStix solid inks are safe and easy to work with - and minimize waste, so they're easy to live with too. And of course, the packaging is recyclable. Color output from the 300X is very consistent: The colors you printed with the final changes this morning, will match the colors you may have to print with the final, final changes this afternoon. Print on paper from postcard (4" x 6") to Tabloid Extra (12" x 18"), or any size in-between. With the 300X, you can print an 11" x 17" two-page spread with plenty of room for full-bleed images.
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Wacom ACAD PLAT INTUOS2 6X8 USB TAB ( XD68USBPLATAC )
Manufacturer: WACOM ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics ASIN: B00009WO5L |
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Intuos2 tablets give you the natural feel and superior performance of Wacom's patented cordless and battery-free pen technology. The ergonomically designed Grip Pen provides greater control, comfort and productivity for photographers, designers and artists. The cordless, Intuos2 mouse provides precise tracking and control, without a ball or batteries.Electronics: