HP W2207 22” WS Flat Panel Monitor
As many of our projects become more vision intensive, we started looking at some reasonable widescreen flat panel monitors to use with the Windows extended desktop functionality. At first, we were looking for something that will simply allow us to graphic design and to write code using a larger viewing area, but as we looked more into these widescreen monitors, it did not become so simple.
It is no wonder that the gamers love and demand these types of monitors… and as we started looking at the differences in regards to quality of construction, display resolutions and contrast ratios, it became not so simplistic. Stepping back into reality, we refocused on what would be a perfect fit for not only us, but for our client’s needs as well.
We chose the HP W2207 22" Widescreen Flat Panel LCD Monitor because it would definitely get us the vision area real estate that we were looking for, and it has excellent high resolution picture quality. In addition, this model of monitor has a pivot feature that allows for a portrait or landscape view (see foto below).
- Request for Product (RFP)
- Specifications
- Impressions
- Benchmarks
- Fotos
- Reference Information
- Summation
We originally looked at procuring the demo monitor off of the internet, but later decided to use the local distributors.
For this particular model, we choose Circuit City because their local store has great customer service, and a no-hassle price matching.
List price $329.99
- 22 in Widescreen Thin Film Transistor LCD Active Matrix TV
- 1000:1 Contrast Ratio and Resolution at 1680 x 1050
- Standard 15 Pin D Sub Analog and Advanced DVI D Digital Interfaces
- 24.2 Lbs (WxLxH) 20.61" x 10.43" x 11.38"
- 16:10 (Widescreen) Physical Aspect Ratio
- 5ms Response Time
- 300 Nits Brightness
In the Box Accessories
- A/C power cable 6.2 ft. (1.8m)
- VGA cable 4.9 ft. (1.8m)
- HDCP - VGA cable
- Audio Cable
- Documentation and Software CD
The monitor was somewhat well packed in the shipping container, however, we prefer our hardware to be sufficiently packed to avoid any damages during shipment, which would then require a replacement. The monitor itself was easy to remove from the container and was easy to setup.
From the information that we were able to pull down from other reviews, we elected not to install the software that came with the monitor because we use Windows Server 2003, and it appears that the drivers and pivot feature were only certified for XP and Vista. Regardless, the monitor plugged and played without any problems.
No benchmarks were taken.
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| Front View | Front View with Pivot Functionallity | Side View |
We conclude that this was definitely a good choice for us and are recommending this monitor to all of our clients. We also elected to get the Circuit City Advantage Protection Plan for 2 years. This plan is more commonly called the ‘peace-of-mind coverage’ because it provides:
• Service and protection beyond the manufacturer’s warranty
• Hassle-free repair or replacement, including parts, labor and shipping
• Nationwide service either in your home, by phone, mail or at any Circuit City store
• Power surge protection
• Transferable to new owner
• Full refund within 30 days of purchase
And the Circuit City Advantage Protection Plan Plus includes:
• Accidental damage from handling coverage from day one
• Screen and lens protection for notebook PCs, monitors, digital cameras and camcorders
• Priority phone service which moves you to the "front of the line" (for notebook and desktop PCs, monitors and digital cameras)
• Express shipping for notebook PCs