Big Blue's latest monitor will appeal to those who need a high-resolution screen for working with intensive graphics applications, such as CAD/CAM, desktop publishing, image manipulation and digital content creation. Replacing the existing P275 CRT monitor, the ThinkVision C220p (513x484x516mm, 30.5kg) is a 22in. model (20in. viewable area) that takes the top spot in IBM's range of CRT monitors. The aperture grille-based screen offers a maximum resolution of 2048x1536 pixels (75Hz), 0.24mm stripe pitch and boasts an anti-reflective coating that reduces distortion at the edge of the display to create a more uniform image and reflect less light into your eyes, claims IBM. CRT monitors are hardly cutting-edge in terms of visual appeal and ergonomics, but they still offer great image quality compared to most LCD monitors and are better value for money. IBM's ThinkVision C220p is a powerful unit that supports high resolutions and both analogue and digital displays, but it doesn't include a built-in hub or any colour calibration software.

Pros: High resolution; dual inputs (15-pin D and DVI-A)
Cons: No USB hub; no colour calibration software; heavy


Release: IBM has announced the release of the ThinkVision C220p monitor, a high performance Cathode Ray Tube (CRT) that delivers precise imaging and colour clarity at about half the price of some comparable screen size flat-panel monitors.

With a viewable image size nearly equivalent (within 0.1in.) to the 20.1in. IBM ThinkVision L200p flat-panel, this 22in. CRT offers more colour and image purity when compared with some flat-panels. Designed with a maximum resolution of 2048x1536 pixels for increased brightness and contrast, the C220p boasts a full-flat screen that reduces distortion at the edge of the display to create a more uniform image and reflect less light into the user's eyes. With the use of an aperture grille, a display technology that beams a series of unbroken vertical stripes instead of dots, picture quality is maximised.

'With such high resolution, more information is viewable, data management is easier and less scrolling is required,' said Sam Dusi, Director of Marketing, Brand Offerings, Personal Computing Division. 'The biggest difference you can tell between this monitor and a comparable flat panel is the money in your pocket.'

The ThinkVision performance line of monitors feature IBM ThinkVantage Design characteristics including a new on-screen display function that helps enable more intuitive monitor adjustments and new direct access to frequently used monitor functions. The C220p is designed for applications such as CAD/CAM, desktop publishing, image manipulation and digital content creation.

Links:
ThinkVision C220p Web site

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