Dell UltraSharp U2311H Review, Specs and Price

Dell UltraSharp U2311H

The Dell UltraSharp U2311H comes with IPS (in-plane switching) display panel technology. IPS panels are currently the leaders in flat panel monitors because of their superior color reproduction. Color clarity is vitally important in this world of high-definition viewing quality. We all want to get the most out of our movies, games and all other visual media, which is why flat panel technology has changed and improved so many times over the last 10 years.

IPS panels also provide a wide viewing angle so you still get a perfectly clear picture even if you are not looking at the screen straight on. The Dell UltraSharp U2311H allows you to see clearly anywhere within a 178 degree angle, both vertically and horizontally.

The one flaw in IPS panel technology is that it does not have the fastest response times. Some TN (twisted nematic) monitors can have response times as fast as two milliseconds, but the IPS panel on the Dell UltraSharp U2311H tops out at about eight milliseconds. The six-millisecond difference is minute enough to not even notice most of the time, but quick movements in some action sequences may not be quite as smooth and clear.
The other two key features we want to point out on the Dell UltraSharp U2311H monitor are the brightness level and contrast ratio. The brightness set to the maximum level puts out an impressive 300 candelas per square meter, which means your colors will be bright and vibrant in high-def. The typical contrast ratio is 1000:1, which is commonly found on most modern computer monitors. With both of these options, you have plenty of room to adjust your screen to your preferred settings.

Features

Many computer monitors have moved away from full adjustability to allow only for tilting the screen up and down. The problem with that is not all desks are the same height and some of us like to have our monitors at the same height as our eyes. Yes, you can tilt the screen back so that it is vertically perpendicular, but it does not have the same feel. Thankfully, the Dell UltraSharp U2311H has tilt, swivel and height adjustment so you can adjust it to just the right position.

Another popular feature found on modern monitors, including the Dell UltraSharp U2311H, is the ability to mount it on the wall. Flat panel technology on your desk opens up your desk immensely compared to old CRT monitors, but now you do not even have to have it on your desk. This monitor comes with instructions and has online help available to walk you through the fairly simple process of mounting your Dell UltraSharp U2311H to the wall. This opens your desk up completely for work notes, schoolbooks, video game strategy guides and anything else you want.

Connections 
Unfortunately, there is no HDMI option on the Dell UltraSharp U2311H, but you can get a converter cable if that is what you need. This monitor has a DVI port as well as a DisplayPort to connect through. Either one of those can be converted to HDMI or used as is. DVI is still one of the most commonly found graphics card connections, which makes the inclusion of it convenient. A side note to be aware of is that DVI, like HDMI, is HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection) compliant. For those of you who do not know, HDCP was developed by Intel to prevent illegal copying of digital media. Any content that has been encrypted with HDCP can only be played on HDCP-compatible devices. All Blu-ray Discs and other modern media will be encrypted and therefore require you to use HDMI, DVI or DisplayPort. Luckily, the Dell UltraSharp U2311H monitor has all three, so take your pick.

There are five other connections on the Dell UltraSharp U2311H monitor, aside from the standard AC power port. First, there is an optical USB upstream port that allows you to use the remaining four standard USB ports. An optical USB upstream cable is included with this monitor, so there is no need to buy one. Two of the four USB ports are located on the side of the monitor and the other two are on the bottom with the other connection types.

Help & Support
In the event that you need technical support or warranty service, Dell can be contact 24/7 with a toll-free phone call or they also have email and chat support. If you are more of a do-it-yourselfer, you will want to check out the FAQs and other documentation on the Dell UltraSharp U2311H monitor. If you cannot find the information there, then proceed to contact Dell directly. Their friendly team should quickly resolve any questions or issues you may have, so rest assured that if you need help with either, they will be resolved.

Summary 

There are many great monitors available for about the same price. Deciding between them all can be difficult because of the similar specs. For us, the deciding factor between the top couple of monitors was the level of help and support that the manufactures provide. Although everyone's experience varies from one degree to another, in our experience, Dell has always provided support worthy of their customer service award. For nearly identical products that have to be broken down to the manufacturing support level, the Dell UltraSharp U2311H has the best backing and a generous three-year warranty. The Dell UltraSharp U2311H will launch around June of 2011, with units starting at a price point of $274.99.

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BENQ EW2420 Review, Specs Price and Features

First, a note about panel technology. There are three panel types to be aware of: In-Plane Switching (IPS), Vertical Alignment (VA) and Twisted Nematic (TN). IPS panels currently boast the best panel technology. TN monitors have much lower-quality color reproduction and narrow viewing angles. VA panels are designed to replace TN panels, and the VA panels make good on their claims to improve on TN LCD technology. 

However, IPS outshines both. So, why would you even be interested in a monitor that does not use IPS? There are two reasons. One, IPS is typically more expensive and two, the difference will most likely only be noticeable if you compare them side by side. Those reasons make VA monitors very attractive to anyone who does not feel obligated to "keep up with the Joneses."

The BenQ EW2420 monitor utilizes the VA panel technology. With VA panels, you get higher quality color reproduction and a wider viewing angle. However, you will lose some of that color clarity when you view the monitor from those wider angles. In addition, VA panels typically have slower response times. For us, the negative aspects weigh the BenQ EW2420 down just enough to keep it from being the absolute best monitor around, but it is still a superior choice to TN panels.

The BenQ EW2420 can put out up to 250 candelas per square meter (cd/m2). The typical contrast ratio is 3,000:1, and the dynamic contrast ratio goes up to 20,000,000:1. This 24-inch monitor has a resolution of 1080p and LED backlighting to help improve color reproduction. We also want to point out that the response time is up to 8 milliseconds on this monitor, rather than the much slower times that are typical for this panel type.

Features

So far, everything about the BenQ EW2420 looks good, but here we come to two features that could be improved. The first is the high amount of power consumption. This monitor consumes on average about 53 watts, which is nearly twice as much as most other monitors. The second flaw is that the positional adjustment of the screen only consists of tilting; the height cannot be adjusted. Thankfully, the second flaw can be somewhat remedied by another feature that this monitor has – the ability mount it to the wall at whatever height pleases you. In addition, BenQ has included built-in speakers so that you do not necessarily have to get your own.

Connections

A nice selection of connections is always a benefit on a monitor, since the connections found on your graphics card vary. In this case, the BenQ EW2420 comes with the three most popular connections to accommodate your needs. The first is an HDMI port, the second is a DVI port and the third is a VGA port. Both HDMI and DVI have HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection) support so you will not have issues playing files with this copy protection. Without HDCP support, you would not be able to play some files purchased online, especially if you buy content from the iTunes Store. Aside from the display connections, the BenQ EW2420 comes with a USB hub that provides four additional USB ports right on the monitor. This is a convenient feature for anyone needing additional ports that are easily accessible. Depending on your setup, sometimes it is difficult or time consuming to access the back of your computer, and if your PC does not have front USB ports, that is what you are stuck having to do. However, with this built-in hub, you can easily access the ports to plug in headphones, a keyboard, a mouse, a webcam, flash card or any other USB device.

Help & Support

Should there be any manufacturer defects on your BenQ EW2420, you have a one-year warranty that covers you. For that year, you can return the monitor and the company will either fix or replace it, depending on what the problem is. BenQ has a list of FAQs that should cover any questions you may have about this monitor. If they do not cover what you want to know and therefore need to contact the team for additional information, help or warranty service, you can contact BenQ via email or phone; there is no IM chat support.

Summary 

BenQ has been a leader in panel technology for monitors and it shows on the BenQ EW2420. The VA panel technology gives you better color reproduction than the common TN panels. The high contrast ratios will help the colors really pop, and the variety of input connections and the USB hub make this a convenient choice. Starting at a price point of $349.99.

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Samsung TC240 Review, Release Date, Specifications and Features

 

Locking eyes with a Samsung gadget is no minor thing to those who love laptops, cellphones, TVs and the like; the reason: the design of the company’s products. The latest SyncMaster TC240 is a very elegant matte black bezel and also slim, thanks to the 25.5” x 16.2” x 7.2” dimensions. It’s also relatively light: it weighs 8.85 kg (including the speaker). This monitor is an upgrade to the TC190 model, because it features 24”, 1920 x 1080 pixels resolution / 1080p, 1.000:1 contrast ratio, 5ms response time, 300 cd/m² brightness and 16.7 million colors.

Are you the owner of a Samsung device? Then you know how famous, good and beloved the company’s products are. Do you want to try one of their monitors for the very first time? Then you should know that they launched a new one last year. Manufacturers decided to call it Samsung TC240 and claimed that people would be swept away by its superb performance. Should we believe them? We tested their device and wrote the following review for our readers.

1080p resolution

When compared to the usual thin-client hardware, the device decided to test came with the mentioned hardware built into the screen; this saved a lot of valuable space. It also saves money for someone who works with a lot of customers, because the TC240 monitor can install update and manage various software on the central server after which it easily distributes it via the Thin Client network. Customers won’t have to fear online attacks thanks to the network’s security solutions.

AMD processor included

The Samsung SyncMaster TC240 runs on a 1.5GHz AMD processor and sports 64MB internal RAM. As for operating system, the device comes installed with Windows XP SP3; this meant that we were able to use the product without connecting a computer. We weren’t too overjoyed when we saw it also featured IE 7.0.

Now let’s return to the specifications. The 5ms made sure, as expected, that we watched  when we performed that review at various content without experiencing blurs. The resolution delivered beautiful images. The 64MB were enough to store whatever files we wanted. The 170/160 degrees of horizontal and vertical viewing angle didn’t present any problems, therefore the monitor enabled us to look at it and see it very well from any position.

Stereo speakers included

If you’re worried about connectivity, you should know that the TC240 has headphone, microphone, 1 VGA, 1 Ethernet and 4 USB 2.0 ports; the latter one allowed us, during the tests for this device, to connect a mouse, a keyboard and so on directly to it.
As for sound, the team at Samsung decided to include in TC240 optional integrated 1-Watt stereo speakers.
The monitor consumes 65 Watts when turned on and less than 2.7 Watts in stand-by. In terms of warranty, the device offers a 3-year limited period.

Test and review conclusion

And so here we are at the end of our test and review. The Samsung TC240 is certainly among the best monitors out there. if you decide to buy it, you won’t get disappointed.

Technical specifications and features

Brightness	300 Nit
Contrast Ratio	1000:1
Depth with Stand	8.90″
Color	Black
Color Support	16.7 Million Colors
Height with Stand	15.17″
Dimensions (WxDxH)	22.4 in x 8.9 in x 15.2 in
Horizontal Viewing Angle	170°
Maximum Resolution	1920 x 1080
Mount Type	Wall-mountable
Maximum Response Time	5 ms
Platform Support	PC, Mac
Number of Screen	1
Product Type	LCD Monitor
Screen Mode	HD 1080
Screen Size	24″
Product Name	23.6″ Thin Client Integrated LCD Monitor
VGA	Yes
Width with Stand	22.39″
Weight (Approximate)	19.51 lbs
Vertical Viewing Angle	160°

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Acer GN245HQ Review, Release Date, Specifications and Features

This is the second 3D monitor launched by Acer. The initial model already was very impressive but with the new gadget, Acer confirms its expertise in 3D monitors. The model is called GN245HQ. Let’s see the review.

The expectations before test

If you search a LCD monitor able to work at the120 Hz frequency, you’ll see that these monitors are still rare on the market. In fact less than a dozen models are available on the market, and the prices exclude high-end normal users. These displays are particularly very fast and used by the most passionate players. Another thing are the lovers of 3D movies which are migrating to a TV or projector.
However, the Acer GN245HQ monitor brings a major innovation, comparing with its predecessors and concurrence. Is the integration of the infrared transmitter synchronized with active 3D glasses and the presence of an HDMI 1.4. This is another advantage because is compatible with Blu-ray technology and 3D with the PlayStation 3 from Sony. This gadget really needs a review and a test.

The reality

Beyond its LED technology backlight, the case of Acer GN245HQ remains relatively solid. Its design and finish is clear made for a high-end display. At the first view, the black mats plastic offers a good impression. In fact all the assembly is made with good quality (no cracking and no play in the joints). We have just a single regrets, too often, the absence of a level sophisticated enough to adjust the height of the display in the front of eyes.

Good speed and great in 3D mode

On the 3D mode and at high-frequency forcing (120 Hz), the GN245HQ is a highly reactive monitor. At this point, Acer has made a perfect match. In fact, this new monitor is one of the most responsive we’ve tested so far for our reviews. Its LCD make a round trip between white and black in just 6 ms, without any side effect reverse ghosting at a frequency of 120 Hz. In tests the fast-moving images are very clear, and afterimages are invisible to the eye – almost our test was not able to detect it.
This made the effect of 3D crosstalk active to be very shallow. Because is directly related to the responsiveness of the display, this problem often affects duplication in TVs and LCD monitors up to 120 Hz, in some scenes. Compared with our 3D test patterns, the crosstalk is well below shows what we’ve seen on some LCD TVs. In the movies, just few scenes are affected by this problem. Indeed, this monitor is a good surprise.

Low light provided by LED backlight

If you are in search of perfection of display quality, the display Twisted Nematic (TN) of GN245HQ is no very powerful. If you choose the factory settings, the composition of the different levels of gray is a little bit chaotic and color fidelity is not very good. Anyway, if you decide to calibrate the optical probe, the provided results are much better. After calibration, the colors are very good and grays levels are better controlled. This display has a good potential, provided they can be calibrated.Maybe was a problem just with the display tested by us. Another thing, the contrast ratio is very correct, close to a 000:1 value before and after calibration (the luminosity was  between 225 and 127 cd / m²).

Anyway, the real weak point of this monitor is that its LED backlight is not able to provide enough light for 3D effects. In our tests, the average brightness of the display was about 229 cd / m² (247 cd / m² in the center of the image). If you add the attenuation induced by the active 3D glasses, some scenes in video games and 3D movies will become too dark. Our conclusion is that the fluorescent backlight tube is therefore more suitable because it can provide much more light (300 or up to 400 cd / m², in some cases).

It works like a 3D TV

A good idea at this monitor was the integration of 3D IR emitter and the addition of an HDMI 1.4 port which allows this monitor to can be used as 3D TV. Indeed this device is compatible with all video players using the HDMI 1.4 standard connector to broadcast 3D signal. Normally it can run with all the Blu-rays present on the market, and even with the PlayStation 3 for Blu-ray and some games compatible with 3D technology. We tested Acer GN245HQ with a classic blu-ray using 3D, and we found that it worked perfectly: the monitor is able to detect automatically the video source Blu-ray and 3D displays automatically in 1080p, like a TV. The 3D film is so well done.

Acer GN245HQ is a good monitor but some functions are missing to be more advanced, comparing with 3D televisions. For example the settings of the space between the two images and the recognition of some most unusual 3D formats. Another thing: the 3D side-by-side or top-and bottom is not supported natively by the monitor.

The power consumption is high

One of defects of this model made by Acer is its power consumption in standby. Almost all LCD / LED monitors consume less than 0.1 W in stand by mode. However, GN245HQ consuming is about 1.7 W in stand by (2.5 W, and even in the first minutes of sleep). In the normal use, the values of consuming are returning to more normal levels: about 27 W running (with peaks at maximum 32 W).

The test and review conclusions

Acer GN245HQ is successful monitor in terms of responsiveness and 3D functions. Comparing with our previous tested models, this is the fastest on the market. However, some weak points must force you to calibrate it. The colors are displayed accurately after the calibration, and the brightness of its LED backlight is a little weak in some cases in 3D. Anyway, our conclusion is: For about 480 euros and with a pair of Nvidia 3D glasses provided, this monitor it is an excellent choice for all game players.

Positive points (pros)

* Wireless transmitter integrated for 3D technology;
* A very good response time in tests;
* HDMI 1.4a port as default;
* The speakers are integrated

Negative points (cons)

* The design of the foot is not well done;

Technical specifications and features

Diagonal (inches)	23,6
Panel technology	Digital + film
Backlight	LED
Image size	16:09
Map resolution	1920 x 1080 pixels
Appearance	NC
Frequency	120 Hz
Brightness (cd/m2)	300
Dynamic Contrast (1)	100000000
Response Time	2 ms
Viewing angle H (°)	170
V viewing angle (°)	160
Card Reader	No
Power	Integrated
Wall Mount	Vesa 100 x 100 mm
Touch	No
Foot
Pivot function	Yes
Height adjustment	No
Front / back tilt	No
Sound
Number of speakers	2
Subwoofer integrated	No
Power (Watts)	2 x 2 W

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LG E2360V-PN Review, Release Date, Specifications and Features

At the first view the design of this LG monitor is interesting and quite successful, but seems to not offer more than the concurrence. In fact, its foot is basic and you will not be able to adjust the height of the monitor as you wish. The format of the monitor is thin and very light, but this is now a common feature for almost monitors powered by LED as source of light.

The new LG-PN E2360V computer monitor has a interesting design design, but its performance, without being bad, is not impressive comparing with the competition from the market.

The expectations before test

If you look on the market, you will see a lot of LED monitors available. However, some models seems to have a lot of  success and many others have disappointed the users. Apparently, the LED backlight is supposed to improve the contrast ratio, uniformity of brightness and consumption of the display but this is not always the case. The producer claims that the monitor-PN E2360V have static contrast ratio of 1000:1 with a brightness of 250 cd / m², and a response time of 5 ms. The dimensions are good and the panel has only 12.5 mm thick. However, we tested  this model and we can say this is one of the good surprises from the beginning of the year.

The reality

Weak response time

Even the producer claims that the speed of display is good, LG-PN E2360V is not really made for gaming.  Our measurements revealed that the LCD’s LCD panel are on average 16.5 ms for a round trip between white and black, a huge value comparing with what the producer said. Other monitors are much faster in this area, and the best value is around 4 ms in our performed tests.  In this case, a response high time leave an afterimage behind moving objects, causing a small blur to the eye of the user. This a bad thing and a problem for of fast video games (shooting games, racing cars, and other similar movements). If you try to play you will feel a visual discomfort.
Anyway, strictly for multimedia, this monitor has a complete connectivity formats: VGA port, DVI-D and HDMI with audio input and output jack 3.5 mm, for headphones connectivity. A bad point is the  missing of integrated speakers into the monitor frame.

Medium color quality

If you look at the quality of the image, the LED backlight of the display seems to offers what he said .  However, the brightness is relatively good with good uniformity, and blacks are deep and correct. If you use the  default settings, the contrast ratio is about 1197:1 and the brightness is about 239 cd / m².

Anyway, the measurement performed after the calibration shows different and better values:  about 114 cd / m² brightness and a decreased contrast ratio, even it still remains higher than 1000:1 according to measurements. This is a good value ! The gamma scale is good in both cases, very close to a value of about 2.2. However,  the display is not excellent in terms of rendering gray and color fidelity. In fact the results are medium, even after calibration with our special probe.

Not so eco friendly

We must be correct and we said that this monitor with LED offers good maximum brightness of 238 cd / m² (this is the average value of nine measurement points on the display). You must know that its backlight seems to be more heat than the other LED monitors, made by concurrence or not. This warmth is not affecting the display itself.  Anyway,  the power consumption of this model is also higher than average: 28.7 W in operation, while the monitors Iiyama E2473HDS and Hanns.G HL245DBB are able to offer superior brightness (243 cd / m²) at lower values of consumption respectively 23.6 and 20.7 W in our tests.

The test and review conclusions

After this test we can said that the LG-PN E2360V is able to rank in the top of the LED displays with medium performance. This value is acceptable just for a model which costs less than 200 euros. The monitor is too slow for gamers, but the image quality is good if you need to use it in conventional office and  for multimedia tasks. Anyway, we think that the users will prefer his brother LG IPS236V, powered by an IPS panel with impressive performance,. However, this will cost you more money comparing with the model tested today.

Technical specifications and features

Screen Format	16:09
Screen Size	23 inches
Pitch in mm	0.248
Vertical Resolution	1080
Horizontal resolution	1920
Integrated webcam	No
Speakers	No
Integrated Micro	No
USB	No
Screen Type	LCD
Height in cm	41.2
Width in cm	54.2
Depth in cm	17.2
Weight in kg	0
Scanning Frequency Vertical Hz	75
Horizontal Scanning Frequency in KHz	83
Brightness	250 cd / m²
Brightness in Candels	170
MPR	No
TCO	No
Contrast Ratio (X: 1)	5000000
Touchscreen	No
HDMI	Yes
Normal consumption in Watts	0
Response Time in ms	5
DVI	Yes
Adjustable Bracket	Yes
Power Consumption Standby in Watts	0
LED technology	Edge LED

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Acer P236Hbd Review, Release Date, Specifications and Features

If you grew tired of your old monitor and want to buy a new, better one for your home or office, then maybe the latest Acer P236Hbd is the one for you. Sure, there are superior devices out there, but this one is worth a try if you want something simple yet efficient. At least, this is how we think after having tested the monitor in our labs. Find out more about it from our review below.

1080p Full HD resolution

First things first, let’s see how the new P236Hbd monitor looks. With its black bezel, stand and flat-panel design, this monitor is a sleek and stylish one which saves valuable space wherever you place it. With measurements and weight such as 21.4″ x 15.4″ x 7.9″ and 4.58kg, Acer’s latest product is one of the slimmest and lightest ones available today. The Acer P236Hbd is a 23” anti-glare Widescreen LCD which sports the following: a maximum resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels / 1080p, 0.265mm pixel pitch, 16.7 million colors, 5 ms response time, 300 cd/m² peak brightness, 80.000:1 dynamic contrast ratio and 16:9 aspect ratio. While the latter spec provided, during the test for our review, both accurate and clear colors, the 300 cd/m² peak brightness was a bit too much for our eyes, but luckily we could adjust it to 60% and the contrast to 60% for a great viewing experience.

Fast response time

The fast response time, we were pleased to see, produced minimal tearing on high res games when the sync was turned off, very minimal tearing on high res when the sync was on and we noticed no ghosting whatsoever and it made this one of the fastest monitors out there. We enjoyed the fact that we had no problem with tilting or rotating the monitor and the stand looked solid, so we didn’t have to worry that it might break into a million pieces if we accidentally hit the desk it sat on. The 16:9 aspect ratio of P236Hbd helped us watch HD digital content or play various games without having to experience the image distortion we encountered with other such products from other manufacturers. Controls such as empowering, auto adjust, menu, volume increase/decrease and input select sit on the front, along with the power indicator.

Without speakers

Finally, the dynamic contrast ratio provided deeper black and brighter whites than other monitors on the market today. The power button is on the right.
In terms of connectivity, the back of the Acer P236Hbd doesn’t offer many; there are only 1 DVI, 1 VGA and 1 Power In. Also, the rear sports a Kensington lock.
When it came to viewing angle, the monitor has a 160 degrees horizontal viewing angle and 160 degrees vertical viewing angle. A big con was the fact that the device had no built-in speakers, so we had to buy external ones.

Digital Content Protection technology

A unique thing we discovered about this product was the High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP); this one enabled us to view digital movies and copy protected content.
The box the monitor comes in also features the following: user’s manual, 1 DVI cable, 1 VGA cable and 1 power cable.
Those who are concerned about the environment will be happy to see that the Acer P236Hbd meets Energy Star standards thanks to its ability to conserve energy (it only consumes 31.7 Watts when turned on) and reduce energy costs.

Test and review conclusion

In conclusion, after the test performed for our review we can say that the new Acer P236Hbd monitor performs well and saves valuable space in your house, all at a good price.

Technical specifications and features

Display Format	16:09
Display Size	23 inches
Pitch in mm	265
Vertical Resolution	1,080
Horizontal Resolution	1920
Integrated Camera	Not
Speakers	Not
Integrated Micro	Not
USB	Not
Display Type	LCD
Height in cm	0
Width in cm	0
Depth in cm	0
Weight in kg	0
Scanning Frequency Vertical Hz	0
Horizontal scanning frequency in KHz	0
Brightness	300 cd / m²
Viewing Angle in Degrees	160
MPR	MPR II
TCO	Not
Contrast Ratio (X / 1)	80000
TouchDisplay	Not
HDMI	Yes
Normal consumption in Watts	31.7
Response Time in ms	5
DVI	Yes
Adjustable Support	Yes
Power Consumption Standby in Watts	0
LED technology	No LED Technology

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LG Flatron E2770V-BF Review, Release Date, Specifications and Features

At the first sight, the new LG Flatron E2770V is a very thin monitor, even its 27 inch diagonal suggest something else. In fact the thick of the monitor is just 2.3 cm if you ignore the foot.  Compared with other models, the E2770V seems to be improved at the consumption chapter and at the design of ventilation elements.  The consumption is very good because the monitor is powered by LED. In our tests, the power consumption was about 36 watts in operation. This is a very good value for a ISP panel with 27 inch diagonal. If you turn off or the monitor is is stand by mode, the consumption is very good too with values between 0.8 and just 0.2 Watts. Is a very eco friendly at the energy consumption chapter.

The Flatron E2770V-BF is a LED monitor launched on the market at a competitive price: just about 350 euros. This monitor seems to be a good business if you need a great 27 monitor at a good price.

The expectations before test

The latest 27 inch monitor launched by LG is powered by LED and uses the IPS  technology. The format of the panel is a 16 / 9 and at the first sight this product can be a good choice. The monitor is able to offer full HD image (1980 x 1080 pixels) at a low response time. The producer claims that the  contrast ratio is about 1000:1 (with the dynamic contrast stopped). The new IPS technology is used by the competitors from Eizo and is able to offer uniform colors and improved viewing angles. This can be a real advantage against the Twisted Nematic technology, used by almost all competitors.

The reality

A beautiful image provided

We want to talk now about the image quality. In our test the contrast ratio is very close to the values ​​advertised by producer with 928:1. This is a good value for a monitor like this one and is a good advantage if you want to see a movie, for example, and this is full of dark scenes and images. The measurements shows good values for the brightness with about 269 cd / m², another value very closed by what LG claims. You must know that the default configuration for the brightness is not good and you must increase the default value.

After just few settings, the image provided is already very smooth. Another advantage of this monitor are is the viewing angle, with good values comparing with the classic Twisted Nematic technology. The response time in our tests is about 6.5 ms, a good value for a monitor with this diagonal. It can be used by the gamers without any shadowing or ghosting risk.
At the connectivity chapter, the Flatron E2770V-BF seems to have a lot of connectors. Here are present two HDMI ports, aand a DVI and VGA connector. You can connect to the monitor your headphones because here is present a stereo headphone jack. A bad point is that the monitor has no speaker included.

A remote control included

In terms of usability, the monitor is not very impressive. The buttons are accessible on the front of the panel but are somehow not very intuitive to use. The ergonomics is not very good but the monitor compensate with a remote control. With this accessory you are able to setup the monitor settings. You can access, via remote, the brightness of the panel or different preset display configurations.

The test and review conclusions

After our tests, we can provide you our conclusions about the E2770V-BF. The monitor has a very good price and offer impressive performance for just 350 euros. We recommend this monitor to all the computer users. The display is very pleasant and you can use it for games, HD movies and internet browsing, as well.

Technical specifications and features

Diagonal (inches)	27
Panel technology	IPS
Backlight	LED
Image size	16:09
Map resolution	1920 x 1080 pixels
Appearance	NC
Frequency	60 Hz
Brightness (cd/m2)	250
Contrast (1)	1000
Dynamic Contrast (1)	5000000
Response Time	6 ms
Viewing angle H (°)	178
V viewing angle (°)	178
Card Reader	No
Wall Mount	Vesa 200 x 100 mm
Touch	No
Foot
Pivot function	No
Height adjustment	No
Front / back tilt	Yes
Connectivity
S-video inputs (Y / C)	No
RCA composite input (CVBS)	No
Component inputs (YPbPr)	No
HDMI (HDCP)	2
DVI	1
VGA	1
Stereo mini-jack	No
DisplayPort input	No
Headphone jack	Yes
USB	No
Optical Audio Output	No
Dimensions and weight
Width (cm)	65.5
Height (cm)	48.5
Depth (cm)	23.1
Weight (kg)	5.6

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Asus VE247H Review, Release Date, Specifications and Features

 Asus is world renowned for the quality of its products. The company’s manufacturers have created a new monitor known as Asus VE247H. Amazon users have only great words to say about the device, but we wanted to see for ourselves how it fared, so we tested it. Find out what we have to say about it from the following review.

2ms response time

To start this off, here are our impressions on the product’s design. The Asus VE247H is a nice-looking device with its black body. It measures 22.42″ x 16.13″ x 7.91 and weighs 6.80kg. There are monitors that are slimmer and lighter than this one, but still, the product we’re reviewing today is certainly not on the bulky-side. The latest Asus is a 23.6″ LCD backlight monitor which features the following specifications: 10.000.000:1 ASUS Smart Contrast Ratio, Full HD 1080, 2ms response time, 16.7 million colors, 16:9 aspect ratio, 300 cd/m2, 30 – 83 KHz (horizontal refresh rate), 50 – 76 Hz (vertical refresh rate) and 0.272mm pixel pitch. Under the front sit the control button. The back comes with various ports. The stand of this Asus VE247H looks pretty solid, so you don’t have to worry that it might break into a million pieces if you accidentally hit the desk it sits on.

ASCR technology

The fast response time, we were pleased to see, produced minimal tearing on high res games when the sync was turned off, very minimal tearing on high res when the sync was on and we noticed no ghosting whatsoever. When we first looked at the VE247H monitor, the 300 cd/m2 peak brightness was a bit too much for our eyes, but luckily we could adjust it to 60% and the contrast to 60% for a great viewing experience. We liked the fact that we had no problem when wanting to tilt or rotate the monitor. Both the aspect ratio and resolution provided full HD content without damaging image quality. The ASUS Smart Contrast Ratio – or ASCR in short – automatically adjusted the luminance of the backlight and realistically depicted night scenes when watching a movie or playing a game.

Very eco friendly

As usual, Asus have implemented the Splendid Video technology in their latest monitor, too. This feature means that the device features a dedicated video processor which uses a color engine that will automatically optimize image quality with intelligent brightness, sharpness corrections, color and contrast to ensure the best results in movie playback, image preview and gaming. The option comes with five video presets which can be accessed by pressing a hotkey; there are also three skin tone presets which make sure that you’ll have the best visual experience possible.
Because the latest Asus VE247H is a LCD monitor, color saturation and brightness are enhanced, there’s less eye fatigue and less power consumption (< 35 W, Power Saving Mode < 1 W). Also, the device is more eco-friendly than others, because it has no materials made of mercury, halogen or lead and it exceeds Energy Star 5.0 guidelines.

Medium sound performance

In the connectivity department, the new Asus VE247H sports 1 HDMI, 1 DVI, 1 Analog RGB/Digital and 1 D-SUB/DVI-D/HDMI ports for easy connection to DVD-players, game consoles and the like.
The sound performance wasn’t that great, but that’s to be expected from some Asus monitors.
The box comes with warranty card (3-year warranty for labor and parts), DVI cable, audio cable, VGA cable, power cord and quick start guide.

Test and review conclusions

As a conclusion of tour test performed for this review we can say that while not the best monitor out there, the new Asus VE247H LCD monitor is still worth a buy.

Technical specifications

Size	23.6 “
Response Time	2 ms
Maximum resolution	1920 x 1080
Horizontal viewing angle	170 °
Vertical viewing angle	160 °
Number of colors	16.7 million colors
Horizontal frequency scan	83 KHz
Vertical frequency scan	76 Hz
Brightness	300 cd / m²
Input Connectors	15 pin D-Sub, DVI and HDMI
Pitch	0.272 mm
Built-in speakers	Yes
Dimensions (WxDxH) in mm	569 x 409 x 201
Net weight in kg	4.4

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