Buy ViewSonic VA912B 19-inch LCD Monitor (Black)ViewSonic VA912B 19-inch LCD Monitor (Black) Product Description:
- 1,280 x 1,024 optimum resolution
- 500:1 contrast ratio, 250 nits of brightness
- 2 1.5-watt speakers; 8 ms video response time
- Analog and DVI-D signal inputs
- 3-year warranty; PC and Mac compatible
Product Description
Let go of your CRT monitor and save desk and workspace when you upgrade to this multimedia enhanced 19-inch ViewSonic VA912b LCD monitor.With optisync digital (DVI) and analog (VGA) inputs you can expand your connectivity for the ultimate compatibility and configuration flexibility. The 19-inch screen size expands your view while offering a 1280 x 1024 resolution and 500:1 contrast ratio. Plus, with 160 horizontal and vertical viewing angles you get a great view no matter where you sit.Graphics professionals and gamers will love the fast 8 ms video response time that delivers blur-free, full motion video! Whether for video, gaming, and graphics you can't go wrong with this slim and stylish ViewSonic VA912b LCD monitor. Take one home today! By law, California shipments of this product are subject to an $16.00 Electronic Waste Recycling Fee
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40 of 40 people found the following review helpful.
Excellent monitor, typical Viewsonic quality
By E. Christians
I purchased this monitor about two weeks ago and have been extremely impressed. No dead pixels, very bright screen (yet highly adjustable), and 8 ms (not 20 ms) response time is fast enough even to play games, though I bought the unit mostly to decrease eye strain when reading web content.Speaking of which ... I only use this display with ClearType. Anybody using an LCD should seriously consider ClearType, as it seems to improve readability of text. If you're an internet news junkie like me, you'll want as much clarity as possible.The onscreen menu is very simple and straightforward though you won't use it very often. It's the same system used on other Viewsonic monitors - two "select" buttons, two "arrow" buttons.The manual is minimalistic but covers what you need to know.The digital input provides an astoundingly crisp display! I also have it connected to an analog input from another system (you can switch between them) and the difference is noticeable, but I wouldn't hesitate to recommend the analog input. And if you're switching from a tube-display, even the analog is a huge improvement.The built-in speakers are OK. They're nothing to write home about, and they can't handle much power, so don't plan on using them for music playback or even gaming audio. But if all you want is a simple "noise maker" for the occasional PC sounds, they work just fine. (They're only an inch tall... what do you expect?)Viewsonic's warranty is a full three years including the backlight. This was very important to me as I'm not about to attempt a backlight swap-out. (There are folks who've done it, but I won't be one of them.)I've owned Viewsonic monitors (home and work) for many years, and their quality is top-notch. They cost a little more, but provide excellent performance. I've had some models (tubes) in use for over 4 years without any problems. This one has been a real pleasure so far and I don't regret the purchase at all.
13 of 13 people found the following review helpful.Great monitor: big screen, sharp pictures and clear text!
By B. T. Denyer
This review was written based on the following configuration:- HP desktop with an Intel Pentium D930 with Win XP Pro and 1GB memory- Using the DVI cable (supplied by Viewsonic) from an EVGA FX5500 AGP 256MB video card.- Running at the best resolution prescribed by the monitor (1280 x 1024).- No monitor or text-enhancing software has been applied.In my opinion, all LCDs should be run using the DVI cable and a good quality video card (about $50 and up.) The VGA cable will run the LCD, but the text MAY be less sharp. Installing/upgrading your video card is as easy as installing your new monitor, and will make your video experience that much better.The monitor is mounted on the wall about 2-feet (.6 m) from me, and I have never had a problem viewing the text on the web or in MSWord while in it's native 1280 x 1024 resolution. (TIP: while using Mozilla's Firefox you can hit CTRL++ to make the web text larger, and CTRL+- to make it smaller. It's quicker and easier than changing the screen resolution each time.)Games work well on the monitor, but then again, the games I use are pretty outdated when compared to other reviewers. If you are a desktop publisher or avid Internet browser you will find that a good video card can help you obtain the correct color and make fine adjustments on your monitor. Don't get me wrong: the monitor straight out of the box has a beautiful picture, but if you are as fussy about color as I am you will probably find yourself adjusting the color. I found it could use a bit more vibrance and contrast. Remember: this monitor is made to be paired with a good video card that can perform the color correction and provide the proper resoltuion. The monitor itself ONLY provides buttons for brightness and contrast.The printed "Quick Start Guide" is only 3 pages long. Though it is easy to follow and only takes 4 steps it has you rely on the "User Guide" that is installed on the disc that comes with the monitor. This is only a small annoyance to me since I prefer the printed text over flipping through an electronic book. Oh, and the Quick Start Guide comes in 17 languages! I think Sanskrit is the only language left out.My monitor arrived with NO DEAD PIXES. Though dead pixes have become an inherent gamble with LCDs I do not feel that Viewsonic's products are any more or less susceptible to the dead pixel nightmare. I have to admit, I was quite nervous about receiving one with dead pixels, but am now very pleased with my many months of shopping around for the monitor with the least amount of complaints.The speakers, however, are useless for anything other than the dings and dongs of Windows. Music/movies shouldn't even be attempted on these 1-inch 1 watt speakers.I HIGHLY HIGHLY recommend this monitor for it's size, color, crispness of text, ability to be wall-mountable and price.
11 of 12 people found the following review helpful.Good value
By DJ
Excellent display for the price. With built in speakers and narrow profile fits my application(CAD) well. Response time (20Msec.) may be a bit slow for some gamers.
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