ViewSonic VA702B 17" LCD Monitor (Black)

ViewSonic VA702B 17

ViewSonic VA702B 17" LCD Monitor (Black)
Manufacturer: View Sonic
Product Type: CE

Editorial Review:
Product Description
ViewSonic's reliable performer delivers on a promise of quality standards like 300 nits of brightness (typ) and 500: 1 contrast ratio (typ) for stunning, bright images. The VA702b features a 8ms video response time that produces crystal-clear graphics and HD-quality video for full brilliant, detailed color. Simplicity is executed through its clean lines, slim bezel and minimalist footprint with a base designed to fold 90 degrees. An option VESA wall mount lets you integrate the VA702b into your office d?cor. Packed with a powerful OnView control interface, precise performance is always a priority in this extremely affordable package. The stylish VA702b LCD display is an ideal choice for SOHO, education and government users.

Average customer rating:

better than expecter
Great monitor, great price
Short Lifespan
I like it
Very nice inexpensive monitor

ViewSonic VA702B 17" LCD Monitor (Black)

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Product Features:

1,280 x 1,024 optimum resolution
500:1 contrast ratio, 300 nits of brightness
12 ms response time, 160-degree viewing angles
Minimal footprint, folding base
3-year warranty; PC and Mac compatible

ASIN: B0009ZCZXG

Product Description

ViewSonic's reliable performer delivers on a promise of quality standards like 300 nits of brightness (typ) and 500: 1 contrast ratio (typ) for stunning, bright images. The VA702b features a 8ms video response time that produces crystal-clear graphics and HD-quality video for full brilliant, detailed color. Simplicity is executed through its clean lines, slim bezel and minimalist footprint with a base designed to fold 90 degrees. An option VESA wall mount lets you integrate the VA702b into your office d?cor. Packed with a powerful OnView control interface, precise performance is always a priority in this extremely affordable package. The stylish VA702b LCD display is an ideal choice for SOHO, education and government users.

Customer Reviews:

better than expecter.......2007-05-21

This monitor was a surprise. I find the quality excellent. It is very bright and colors are strong. I did not know ViewSonic's reputation and I find it more to my liking than Samsung or Dell. This may not be for the professional seeking a neutral color critical worksapce. but for everyday use the color are very pleasing and it is eazy on the eyes.I paid about $170.

Great monitor, great price.......2007-01-19

I have had one of these for almost 2 years with absolutely no problems. The monitor looks great aesthetically as well as produces great color and images. It's been connected to two different computers, originally my wife's desktop with integrated video and then on a gaming machine with a higher end ATI card. The only downside is the VGA-only connection and no DVI, but that's the reason for the lower cost. I'm currently shopping for another monitor to create a dual-screen setup and am planning on buying another va702b to go with the first.

Short Lifespan.......2006-12-01

I purchased 2 Viewsonic LCD monitors and both lasted about a year and a half before the left side of the screens went dark. No diagnostics or interactions could bring them back to normal. I contacted customer support and was told that Viewsonic would do nothing. Maybe I was stupid or naive by not getting a warranty beyond the first year, but I assumed that a good product, made from good parts, from a company that desires to satisfy its customers with a good QA/QC program to ensure that quality products are being produced, could make a product that would last longer than a year and a half. Faulty assumption. With 2 LCD moniotrs having the same problem, lasting about the same length of time and on 2 different computer systems, this strongly indicates to me a non-coincidental problem within Viewsonic. I will not buy anything from Viewsonic again. I will spend a little more, if I have to, to buy a relaible product from a reliable company.

I like it.......2006-07-22

I chose this Viewsonic to replace my 19" Viewsonic CRT. I'm finding the colors to not be as rich as the CRT, but the screen is clear and no apparent dead spots. I'm going to purchase the 19" LCD monitor this fall. I am happy with my purchase. No problems with Amazon nor packaging. Monitor arrived before estimated arrival time - that was a plus.

Very nice inexpensive monitor.......2006-06-22

I disregarded the extremely negative reviews about the 702B here and purchased the monitor anyway. Other information resources provided much higher unilateral marks. Additionally, I have years of experience with ViewSonic and have never had a poor one.

The monitor arrived and was installed. There were no dead pixels and it functioned perfectly out of the box, even before the drivers were installed. The monitor itself is very attractive and imagery colors vivid and sharp. I have noted no ghosting at all. The refresh rate appears to satisfy the most video intensive and demanding games my grandkids enjoy.

I did, however, determine that matching my video card resolution to the 702b optimum native resolution(1280x1024) enhances a game's appearance and performance substantially. Our preferred resolution setting(1024 X 768) produces absolutely no problems with other applications and is not an issue. It only takes a few moments to make the change and is well worth the effort, rest assured. Onboard controls are adequate for critical adjustments. The default brightness was a bit high, but that was because the video card had been adjusted for the original monitor. A quick tweak on the card control panel resolved the minor problem immediately, adding even more richness and depth to the color and contrast. I strongly recommend that you synchronize your video card with the monitor to achieve maximum viewing pleasure.

A wonderful key feature is the full 90+ degree tilt ability of the screen structure. Too many of the monitors offered these days are on a fixed pedestal. This feature is important for use in a room where light variations and glare may occur. The 702b has no height adjustment, but the one they chose as standard is ideal. It is not as defined as my 19" Sony, but it didn't cost $700 either.

I purchased the unit for a Dell 8100 that I retired to our beach home, replacing a bulky 17" CRT monitor. The 702B is a terrific value, yet does not compromise quality for that advantage. Many visitors at our second home comment about the fine images the 702b produces, thus this opinion is shared by others as well. So, I am a happy camper responding to the mixed bag of reviews here at Amazon. I hope it provides others with additional insight before making a purchase decision.

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