Benq FP241W (1080p/HDMI/Component)

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M-Jay

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Did somebody try this new Benq monitor with the HVX component out? It seems to be better then the Dell 24 inch.

http://www.benq.com/images/product/L...frontimage.jpg

Some specs:
  • Screen Size: 24"
  • Panel type: P-MVA panel
  • Resolution: 1920x1200(WUXGA)
  • Pixel Pitch: 0.270 mm
  • Brightness: 500cd/㎡
  • Contrast Ratio: 1000:1
  • Response Time: 16ms( 6ms GTG)
  • Display Area: 518.4 x 324.0 (mm)
  • Display Colors: 16.7 million
  • Viewing Angle: 178/178(CR>=10)
  • Input Signals: D-Sub/DVI-D/S-Video/Composite/Component/HDMI
Some info:

Full HD Format Support 1080p

Unlike conventional LCD monitors, the FP241W features complete HD support, so you can enjoy the most dazzlingly video possible. Experience lifelike video with all your new generation electronics, such as the latest game consoles and HD DVD players.

HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)
http://www.benq.com/modules/image_bi.../feature05.jpg

The BenQ FP241W is the world's first LCD monitor with HDMI. HDMI not only enables 5Gbps data transfers, but eliminates the need for signal conversions, ensuring the best quality video. In addition, unlike other high-performance displays, the FP241W uses only a single HDMI cable, which carries the best quality video signals. The result is less clutter and hassle-free installation.

Unequaled Picture Quality

With AMA technology built into the FP241W, it reduces grey-to-grey response times to a mere 8ms, ensuring ultra-smooth video without ghosting. Even with highly dynamic content such as movies and games, video is crisp and clean.. Additionally, exclusive Senseye™ technology and a 800:1 contrast ratio ensure that the FP241W delivers vibrant colors and exquisitely rendered details.

Some reviews:

TFT Central
TrustedReviews
Bit-tech.net
 
Looks very promising indeed!
Seems to stretch all video to 16:10, but otherwise seems very neat!
 
It probably won't stretch it. I'm not sure, though. I've got a monitor that is apparently 16:10, as is my laptop monitor. It just puts itty bitty black bars at the top and bottom.

Jason
 
(source: http://www.tftcentral.co.uk/news.htm)
Official News: BenQ FP241W 1:1 Pixel Mapping Fix Coming
 November 19th 2006

 As we reported a few days ago, there has recently been word across the internet that there would be a firmware update for the FP241W to fix the main gripe everyone seemed to have with the screen, the lack of aspect ratio options and 1:1 pixel mapping. We can confirm that UK management at BenQ have confirmed that this WILL be happening, and while there is limited detail at this time, BenQ have stated that the "24W series will have new firmware to phase in new functions, such as display mode//Windows Vista-DCC/CT". This confirmation only came on Friday, and more details will follow soon. This upgrade will not be possible by the user directly, and I would imagine screens would need to be sent to service centres for the update to be applied. New stock after a certain point (expected December) will have this updated firmware in place. "24W series will have new firmware to phase in new functions, such as display mode//Windows Vista-DCC/CT".
 
Sweet! Thanks M-Jay.

Probably best to wait for their new batch with updated firmware then. A shame, as Newegg has 'em on special today for $799.00! :)
 
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