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Sharp Introduces New Desktop LCD Monitors

Sharp Systems of America, a division of Sharp Electronics Corporation, has announced the release of three of their newest 17 and 19-inch LCD desktop displays. Aimed at both professional and consumer markets, they aim to deliver professional performance at competitive prices.

The Sharp LL-193A

A 19-inch SXGA (1280 x 1024) monitor with 280-nit brightness and 500:1 contrast. The LL-193A display also boasts a fast 8ms response rate, making it perfect for video games and other video applications.

The display includes three different display profiles, including “Office” mode for power savings, “Vivid” mode for dynamic primary colors, and “Standard” mode for standard viewing.

The monitor is available in black and has a lifespan of approximately 50,000 hours. Available immediately, the LL-193A has an estimated street price of $429.

The Sharp LL-173G

Dual-input 17-inch LCD monitor with a TFT LCD that achieves a wide viewing angle of 170-degrees, both horizontally and vertically.  A high contrast ratio of 450:1 and a high brightness of 280 nits are perfect for CAD and desktop publishing.

The Sharp LL-173G boasts a 12ms response time, comes in black or white, and will be available in July with a competitive street price.

The Sharp LL-173C

Analog monitor with a remarkably bright 260-nit display with a 500:1 contrast ratio, the LL-173C achieves a viewing angle of 160-degrees, both horizontally and vertically.

The LL-173C model has a 12ms response time, and like its sister models, includes three different display profiles for a range of use. Available in black, LL-173C has an estimated street price of $299.

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