ASUS VW266H 25.5-Inch Widescreen LCD Monitor - Black Review

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(More customer reviews)I have owned this monitor for six months now and it has been one of my best purchases in years. I wanted a some what large monitor to use on my glass computer desk which consist of my PC, Xbox 360, PS3, and an original Xbox. First, this awesome thing is full 1080P (1920X1080P) via HDMI, DVI, VGA and even component! it's also widescreen 16X10 and not 16X9, confused? it looks a bit taller and larger than other monitors of the same screen size (25.5).
All 16X9 material like PS3 and Xbox 360 games are upcoverted to 16X10 meaning your gaming world will look just a bit more skinny and taller, this makes the games look awesome though, I have switch to 16X9 mode a couple of times (you get slight 1 inch thick black bars on the top and bottom) but original 16X9 looks weird to me now, characters look fat etc similiar to when a full screen picture is stretch to fill a widescreen display. You will love gaming on 16X10 trust me it looks wonders without any loss of picture quality. I have my PC on VGA, my 360 on HDMI, my PS3 on DVI (via hdmi to dvi) and my original xbox on component running in 480p (note that this component input is capable of full 1080p though) I noticed that 480p on this monitor looks so much better than my old Sony 32 inch HDTV, games like halo 2 and ghost recon look like 720p games! I recommend to not use the build in speakers though (who does?) buy yourself some nice PC speakers and just use the audio out jack from the monitor and your set.
The 2ms response time is brilliant on first person shooters with no ghosting at all(ghosting is what makes the screen blurry when turning or slowly moving in games). The bluish tint was there with factory settings so take a few minutes to adjust the brightness and saturation, or use these:
SPLENDID : Scenery. BRIGHTNESS 100. CONTRAST 100. SHARPNESS 100. SATURATION 73, ASCR: OFF (VERY IMPORTANT) COLOR TEMP: Cool, SKIN TONE: Reddish. ASPECT CONTROL: FULL (BUT USE 4:3 FOR NON WIDESCREEN GAMES) and for xbox 360 go to your display settings and choose "1080p" from HDTV SETTINGS, choose "standard" from REFERENCE LEVELS, and choose "YCbCr709" from HDMI COLOR SPACE, for PS3 is all automatic so don't worry about it. There it is! enjoy!

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The VW266H features a 25.5-inch 1920x1200 LCD screen that supersedes Full HD 1080p resolution. Its extra large resolution and ASUS Trace Free 2ms response time makes it ideal for immersing yourself in the latest games with the sharpest details and clarity, even for fast motion action video playback. With a wide array of inputs such as HDMI, Component Video, DVI-D, and built-in stereo speakers, you can attach your gaming consoles, DVD player, Blu-ray player, or PC for instant High Definition enjoyment. Features such as ASUS' exclusive Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, ASCR (ASUS Smart Contrast Ratio) Technology, and Aspect Control, optimize your visual experience for all user-scenarios, environments and inputs. ASUS VW266H LCD monitor presents you with stunning High Definition visual quality with exceptional features. Give your eyes a treat today with the ASUS VW266H!


Key Features

25.5-inch 1920x1200 widescreen with 2ms quick response time
HDMI/DVI-D/Component/VGA inputsaccept a wide variety of HD media sources
PC audio input with S/PDIF output and built-in 2x3W speakers for instant multimedia gratification
ASUS Trace Free 2ms Technology for seamless motion graphics
DCDi (Directional Correlation De-interlacing) Technology up-scales and enhances low-resolution input
Splendid Video Intelligence Technology optimizes images and video with 5 preset modes and 3 skin-tone presets
20,000:1 contrast ratio with ASUS Smart Contrast Ratio Technology (ASCR)

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High Definition Gaming, Cinematics, and Better Productivity
Plug-and... Rock on!
Delivers Vibrant Images with Exceptional Features
Intelligent Image Enhancement with ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology
Sleek and User-friendly Design for Modern Décor and Ease-of-Use
ASUS Innovation and Quality
Warranty
ASUS 3 Years LCD Monitor Warranty + 3 Years Panel Warranty ASUS VW266H's come with ASUS 3 years LCD monitor warranty for its casing and panel. Accessories and cables come with 1 year warranty. Within 3 years, if more than 3 bright dots and/or 5 dark dots are found, ASUS will replace the panel under the warranty. A bright dot is a white defective dot that is over 1/2 of the whole sub-pixel under BLACK pattern. A dark dot is a black defective dot that is over 1/2 of the whole sub-pixel under any pattern. Please visit Support.ASUS.com for more details on ASUS LCD monitor warranty policy.
What's in the Box
ASUS VW266H LCD Monitor
DVI Cable
VGA Cable
Audio Cable
Power Cord
Quick Starter Guide
Support CD
Warranty Information Cards
Specifications
Panel Size: 25.5-inch Wide Screen
True Resolution: 1920x1200 (16:10)
Pixel Pitch: 0.287mm
Brightness(Max): 300 cd/m2
Contrast Ratio (Max): 20000:1 (ASCR)
Display Color: 16.7M
Viewing Angle (CR>=10): 170°(H)/160°(V)
Response Time: 2 ms
Video Features: Trace Free Technology, SPLENDID Video Intelligence Technology, SPLENDID Video Preset Modes (5 modes), Skin-Tone Selection (3 mode), HDCP support, Color Temperature Selection (5 modes)
Audio Features: Stereo Speakers 3Wx2 stereo RMS
Convenient Hotkey: SPLENDID Video Preset Mode Selection, Auto. Adjustment, Brightness Adjustment, Volume Adjustment
AV Video Input: : HDMI
Video Input: : Component (YPbPr) / HDMI
Audio Output: : SPDIF (through 3.5mm Mini-jack)
PC Video Input: : DVI-D/D-Sub
PC Audio Input: 3.5mm Mini-jack
Analog Signal Frequency: 28~83kHz(H)/ 50~85 Hz(V)
Digital Signal Frequency: 28 ~ 83KHz(H)/50 ~ 85 Hz(V)
Power Consumption: Power Consumption < 60 W, Power Saving Mode < 2 W
Chassis Colors: Black
Tilt: +20°~ -5°
VESA Wall Mounting: 100x100mm
Security: Kensington lock
Phys.Dimension (WxHxD): 23.6 x 18.19 x 9.06 inches
Net Weight (estimated): 17.42 lbs
Regulation Approval: UL/cUL, CB, CE, FCC, CCC, BSMI, Gost-R, C-Tick, VCCI, PSB, J-MOSS, RoHS, WEEE, WHQL All specifications are subject to change without notice. Color and bundled software versions are subject to change without notice. Brand and product names mentioned are trademarks of their respective companies. Product may not be exactly as shown in photos.

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ASUS MT276HE - 27" Wide LCD Monitors - Black Review

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(More customer reviews)I purchased this monitor to use specifically for gaming as my current PC monitor just wasn't fast enough for gaming. My main monitor is designed for photography, graphic design or similar uses where color accuracy is more important than speed. Before I go into detail, let me just explain why I gave four stars instead of 5. I feel perfection should be hard to get. Now back to the review. The monitor is well packaged. When I received the monitor, I first tested my PS3 games and no surprise, games look fantastic. I do not really see any ghosting which I do see in my Dell U2410. Contrast and colors look great. Blu-ray movies also looked great. I was surprised at the audio as it was louder and cleaner than I expected for a 3 watt speaker. You can not turn the bass all the way up to the highest setting because the audio starts to distort but it does provide decent bass a couple of notches down. Fortunately my monitor arrived without any dead pixels. The mesh covering the speakers are an interesting choice. Nice if you like flowers but you don't really notice it unless you are paying attention to the detail.
Now the next test was connecting it to my PC. This monitor has three inputs, two digital (HDMI) and one analog (VGA). I tried the HDMI input and no surprise, the colors don't look as great as my Dell U2410 but that is to be expected since this panel is a TN 6-bit panel. It doesn't look bad but it is definitely IPS quality. The screen is a matte screen and not glossy which helps if you work in a room with direct sunlight. Glare sucks on glossy screens and so I avoid them at all cost. Glossy screens do add more contrast but in my opinion, the contrast on this monitor looks amazing.
The monitor runs pretty cool. I used to own a Dell 30" monitor and in the summertime, it made my office get really hot. Since this monitor also has an LED panel, it should use less electricity than a traditional CCFL panel.
The game I play most often is Street Fighter IV (but in a month, that will change when Super Street Fighter IV comes out). I just love how clean and smooth it looks on this screen. There is literally no lag on this monitor. I also tried Unreal Tournament 3 on my PC and wow, the game looks terrific on this monitor. This monitor is definitely my favorite monitor for gaming.
Keep in mind that since the two digital inputs on this monitor are HDMI, you may have a problem initially when you connect your PC to this monitor as it may detect it as an HDTV instead of a PC monitor. You will need to turn off overscan correction on your graphics card settings. This will get rid of the black bars on the side of the screen
The bezel on this monitor is a bit big which means those with ATI graphics cards who want to try out Eyefinity may not want to go with this monitor.
The monitor includes a handy little remote. I am personally not a fan of the credit card sized remote controls which the Asus monitor includes as they tend to get lost easily and due to its size, you can not put a great description of what each of the buttons do. The HDTV does have a slot to hide the remote but I would have rather preferred a slightly larger remote. I sometimes forget what each symbol means but I am sure after a while, I'll get over that.
The monitor includes a 3 year warranty which is rare for computer LCD monitors. Hopefully I won't have to use it but its good to know its there if I need it.
Now for some cons. First of all, I generally like to view my Blu-ray movies at 24 frames per second since that is what movies are generally filmed at. This monitor does not support 24P, or at least when I set it to 24P on my Sony Playstation 3, it loses sync when I play a Blu-ray movie. Since this monitor came out in late 2009, I was expecting it to support 24P. Also the monitor stand can not be tilted. Since I use this as a second monitor, it doesn't line up with my Dell 24" so tilting would have been nice. For the price this monitor goes for, I was hoping it would allow tilting. The volume also does not go low enough. This is a problem because it is in my office and my walls are not thick enough and so I have to wear headphones to make sure I don't wake up my 2 year old son when he is napping. All of the buttons are on the top of the Asus monitor except for the power button. All of the HDTVs in my house have the buttons located in the same section so when I want to power on or off the Asus monitor, I sometimes accidentally reach for the top. I know this is a minor detail but I just wanted to point this out.
Overall I really like this monitor a lot and am happy with my purchase. There are some other features to this monitor which I haven't mentioned yet but its nice that it has a headphone jack for when you want to game at night when everyone in your house is asleep. It has SPDIF output for when you need thumping audio through an audio receiver or a sound bar. I don't expect I'll ever use that but its good to know its there. It is not a very portable monitor but since it doesn't weigh much, you could technically use it for lan parties and such. This monitor is a keeper and I hope it lasts me a long time. If you have any questions, feel free to comment and I will do my best to answer them. If I could give a more accurate score for this monitor, I would rate it a 4.5.

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ASUS ML238H 23-Inch Wide Ultra-Slim LED Monitor (Black/White) Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought this monitor to replace an aging 20+ year old 18" Sony CRT monitor that was still going strong (anyone want a great deal on a Sony monitor?). This LED monitor fit the bill and it is light years ahead on the stand compared to the MS238h that my son bought just a few weeks ago. The stand on the MS238H monitor is the only thing people complained about on the reviews and Asus must have listened and fixed it. This new stand (ML238H) is well built and doesn't even require a screw driver! I had this monitor up and running in less than 10 minutes. This monitor is amazing as the specs indicate and I couldn't be happier. 10,000,000/1 ratio dynamic ratio with a 2ms response timing you cannot beat for this for the price and the only spec I was concerned about was the brightness spec of 250 cd/m2 as the Samsung monitors are 300 cd/m2. I am happy to report that at 76% brightness setting I don't need all that extra brightness the more expensive Samsung monitors can produce. Some significant differences between this monitor (ML238H) and the MS238H that my son just bought a couple of weeks ago are:
1) The warranty on the ML238H is 3 years parts & labor whereas the MS238H monitor is only 2 years.
2) The color on back of this monitor is a very pretty piano white (easier to plug in power cord, HDMI, RGB, etc.) whereas the back of the MS238H is black and thus hardier to see where to plug in.
3) The new and improved stand on this monitor is swivel and tilt instead of just tilt with the ring stand on the MS238H monitor. This is called, Ergo-Fit II Technology, and is due to the unique ring stand design which allows for easy tilt or swivel adjustments with one finger. This new and improved stand is sturdy, beautiful, and solves all the complaints of the MS model. I needed the monitor to be above the table top to give me more room for the cords connected to my laptop.
4) The ML238H has what is called Smart View Technology and the MS238h does not. When you would like to watch movies upward lying down, Smart View Technology can adjust color parameters to deliver the same image quality and colors with straight viewing. I tested this feature and it really works as it looked clear looking up to the screen but when I looked straight on it looked blurred.
5) The ML238h has 6 Splendid preset video modes whereas the MS238H has ONLY 5 video preset modes, however, the MS238H has 5 color temperature modes and the ML238H has ONLY 4 color temperature modes.
The only con is the touch sensitive buttons that take some getting used to at first but I seem to be much better at using them now on the 2nd day. If you buy this monitor you won't regret it.
I decided against getting the 24" ASUS MS246H Ultra-Slim 23.6-Inch Wide LCD Monitor -Black/White, $[...] on amazon, that has an Asus monitor $[...] mail in rebate this month (8/2010) which makes it $35 cheaper with a bigger 24" screen than this monitor because of:
1) the crummy ring stand it has which is tilt only,
2) the energy savings-it is NOT a LED monitor,
3) and the contrast ratio is only 50,000:1 as opposed the the 10,000,000:1 on the ML238H monitor.
UPDATE 9/7/2010
Some people have complained about the ML238H factory preset mode looking strange or washed out and there is some truth to that. I would also guess the same would be true of the MS238h model too. I corrected that problem by making a few adjustment from the factory preset mode. Those adjustments were to change the mode to theater mode and then fine tune the brightness, contrast, saturation, sharpness, etc. to my preferences and that solved the problem for me.

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Love at First Sight Featuring ASUS LED Backlight technology, the 23-inch ASUS ML238H full HD monitor has a modern ultra slim design with incredible energy efficiency. ASUS LED Backlight technology not only enhances display quality but also yields a thinner profile and more eco-friendly operation than conventional LCD displays. The LED-backlit monitors contain no mercury and emit less CO2 while saving up to 55% more energy1 when in use. Boasting a full 1080p HD resolution and a 10,000,000:1 ASUS Smart Contrast Ratio, high definition media looks amazing with brighter whites and darker blacks. ASUS Trace Free technology reduces the image response time to 2ms to eliminate ghosting for smooth motion playback. With six video selectable presets, ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence technology lets you choose your preferred setting to enhance everything from gaming to movie watching. Its geometrically shaped body and simplistic ring stand base provides sturdy support with easy one-touch rotate and tilt adjustment—giving you form with function. Its piano black, pearl white finish adds sophistication to any home or office.

Key Features
23-inch LED-backlit full HD monitor with 16:9 viewing ratio and 1920 x 1080 resolution (Learn more)
Ultra-slim 0.65-inch profile leaves a space-saving footprint (Learn more)
LED Backlight technology provides superior images, ultra-slim design, and up to 55% energy savings over conventional LCD monitors1 (Learn more)
ASUS Smart Contrast Ratio (10,000,000:1) provides brighter whites and darker blacks
Ergo-Fit II ring stand for easy one-touch tilt and rotate adjustment (Learn more)
ASUS Trace Free technology with quick 2ms response time (gray to gray) eliminates ghosting for smooth motion playback(Learn more)
HDMI input for brilliant clarity and wide compatibility with PCs, Blu-ray players, and game consoles (Learn more)
Splendid Video Intelligence technology with 6 preset scenario modes and 3 skin-tone presets (Learn more)
LED touch-sensitive buttons for easy access to picture adjustments and preset Splendid visual settings (Learn more)

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Relax, ASUS Has You Covered ASUS 3 Years LCD Monitor Warranty + 3 Years Panel Warranty The ML238H comes with the ASUS 3 year LCD monitor warranty for its casing and panel. Accessories and cables come with a 1 year warranty. Within 3 years, if more than 3 bright dots and/or 5 dark dots are found, ASUS will replace the panel under the warranty. A bright dot is a white defective dot that is over 1/2 of the whole sub-pixel under a black pattern. A dark dot is a black defective dot that is over 1/2 of the whole sub-pixel under any pattern. Please visit service.asus.com for more details on ASUS LCD monitor warranty policy.
What's in the Box
ASUS ML238H Monitor
HDMI-to-DVI Cable
VGA Cable
Power Cord
Power Adapter
Quick Start Guide
Warranty Information Card

Specifications
Panel Size: 23-inch Widescreen
True Resolution: 1920 x 1080
Pixel Pitch: 0.2652mm
Brightness(Max): 250 cd/m2
Contrast Ratio (Max): 10,000,000:1 (ASCR)
Display Color: 16.7M
Viewing Angle (CR>=10): 170(H)/160(V)degrees
Response Time: 2ms (gray-to-gray)
Video Features: SPLENDID Video IntelligenceTechnology Trace Free Technology SPLENDID Video Preset Modes (6 modes) Skin-Tone Selection (3 modes) HDCP support Color Temperature Selection (4 modes)
Convenient Hotkey: SPLENDID Video Preset Mode Selection Auto Adjustment Brightness Adjustment Contrast Adjustment Input Selection
PC Video Input: HDMI 1.3, DVI-D (via HDMI-to-DVI cable), D-Sub
Earphone jack: 3.5mm mini-jack (for HDMI only)
Analog Signal Frequency: 30~85kHz(H)/ 50~75 Hz(V)
Digital Signal Frequency: 30~ 85KHz(H)/ 50~75 Hz(V)
Power Consumption: Power On

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ASUS VH242H 23.6-Inch Widescreen LCD Monitor - Black Review

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(More customer reviews)After 3+ months of great use of the VH242H, I cam home to find a problem that seems to be affecting/afflicting several other reviewers of this monitor - a flickering gray screen that does not seem to abate. I'll be hitting up ASUS service in the next few days, and will update this review or add comments as things progress.
Up until now, I've been very happy with this monitor and would certainly have given it 4 stars. I'm giving it 2 stars instead of 1 star because it did so well. I might downgrade it depending on how ASUS service deals with this monitor.
[UPDATE 12/21/09]
Well, the monitor has gone to the ASUS repair facility and returned to me (with about a 2-week lag, and not the best online information regarding whether the monitor had been shipped or not), and it worked right out of the box.
And then it didn't. After putting my MacBook Pro to sleep and waking it up I found... the flickering BLACK screen of death. After jiggling, I was able to get the monitor working, but this happens now every time I either put the computer to sleep or unhook the monitor cable (which connects to a DisplayPort adapter). I've updated the video; more to follow soon.

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ASUS 23.6-inch VH242H Full HD Widescreen LCD Monitor: Delivers Vibrant Images with Exceptional Features. ASUS VH242H LCD monitor presents you with stunning High Definition visual quality with exceptional features. The VH242H features a 23.6-inch 1080p Full HD LCD screen that is 16:9 ratio, perfect for High Definition movies. With HDMI input and built-in stereo speakers, you can attach your gaming console, PC or Blu-Ray player for instant High Definition enjoyment. With features such as ASUS' exclusive Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, ASCR (ASUS Smart Contrast Ratio) Technology, Aspect Control and HDCP (High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection), the VH242H optimizes your visual experience for all user-scenarios and environments. The ASUS VH242H makes the most out of your computer for gaming, HD movies, videos and graphic-intensive applications with its quick 5ms response rate. With built-in stereo speakers, VH242H gives you instant multimedia enjoyment. Give your eyes a treat today with the ASUS VH242H!


Key Features

23.6-inch full 1080p HD widescreen with 5ms quick response time
HDMI/DVI/VGA inputs with built-in stereo speakers for instant HD multimedia enjoyment
Splendid Video Intelligence Technology with 5 preset modes and 3 skin-tone presets
HDCP support and Windows Vista certified enables full-quality digital HD content playback
Stylish design with practical wall-mount options for fitting into any type of décors

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ASUS Innovation and Quality
High Definition Cinematics Right On Your Desk
Delivers Vibrant Images with Exceptional Features
Intelligent Image Enhancement with ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology
Sleek and User-friendly Design for Modern Décor and Ease-of-Use
Warranty
ASUS 3 Years LCD Monitor Warranty + 3 Years Panel Warranty ASUS VH242H's come with ASUS 3 years LCD monitor warranty for its casing and panel. Accessories and cables come with 1 year warranty. Within 3 years, if more than 3 bright dots and/or 5 dark dots are found, ASUS will replace the panel under the warranty. A bright dot is a white defective dot that is over 1/2 of the whole sub-pixel under BLACK pattern. A dark dot is a black defective dot that is over 1/2 of the whole sub-pixel under any pattern. Please visit Support.ASUS.com for more details on ASUS LCD monitor warranty policy.
What's in the Box
ASUS VH242H LCD Monitor
DVI Cable
VGA Cable
Audio Cable
Power Cord
Quick Starter Guide
Warranty Information Cards
Specifications
Panel Size: 23.6-inch Wide Screen
True Resolution: 1920x1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Pitch: 0.272mm
Brightness(Max): 300 cd/m2
Contrast Ratio (Max): 20000:1 (ASCR)
Display Color: 16.7M
Viewing Angle (CR>=10): 170°(H)/160°(V)
Response Time: 5 ms
Video Features: SPLENDID Video Intelligence Technology, SPLENDID Video Preset Modes (5 modes), Skin-Tone Selection (3 mode), HDCP support, Color Temperature Selection (5 modes)
Audio Features: Stereo Speakers 2Wx2 stereo RMS
Convenient Hotkey: SPLENDID Video Preset Mode Selection, Auto. Adjustment, Brightness Adjustment, Volume Adjustment
Video Input: : HDMI
AV Audio Input: : HDMI
Audio Output: : SPDIF (through digital coaxial out)
PC Video Input: : DVI-D/D-Sub
PC Audio Input: 3.5mm Mini-jack
Analog Signal Frequency: 30~83kHz(H)/ 50~75 Hz(V)
Digital Signal Frequency: 30 ~ 83KHz(H)/50 ~ 75 Hz(V)
Power Consumption: Power Consumption < 55 W, Power Saving Mode < 2 W
Chassis Colors: Black
Tilt: +20°~ -5°
VESA Wall Mounting: 100x100mm
Security: Kensington lock
Phys.Dimension(WxHxD): 22.13 x 16.38 x 8.66 inches
Box Dimension(WxHxD): 25.12 x 19.33 x 6.73 inches
Net Weight (estimated): 12.79 lbs
Gross Weight (estimated): 18.08 lbs
Regulation Approval: Energy Star, UL/cUL, CB, CE, FCC, CCC, BSMI, Gost-R, C-Tick, VCCI, RoHS, WEEE, WHQL All specifications are subject to change without notice. Color and bundled software versions are subject to change without notice. Brand and product names mentioned are trademarks of their respective companies. Product may not be exactly as shown in photos. * According to IDC's Q4 2008 Worldwide Portable PC Shipments data.

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