NEWS MONITORS

Acer is introducing two new monitor ranges: the X1 series consists of beginner models for the office market and the X2 series in piano lacquer finish and with glare optics for design fans.

As a new feature, all models in both ranges come with Acer eColor Management, which adjusts the display to different surroundings, lighting and applications through different profiles.

Piano lacquer design: Acer X222Wd from the X2 series

Acer X2 series

The X2 series consists exclusively of widescreen monitors in 19- and 22-inch sizes, all of which feature Acer's CrystalBrite – a type of glossy layer. Performance features include 5 ms response time, a contrast ratio of 1,000:1 (X202W: 800:1) and brightness of 300 cd/m².

Some of the X2 models feature analogue D-Sub connections and others also come with digital DVI inputs, with one model, the X222Wd, also includes HDCP. Prices are €199.00 for the 19-inch X192W, €269.00 for the X222W and b]€299.00 for the X222Wd.

office look: Acer X241W from the X1 series

Acer X1 series

The X1 series includes 19-, 20-, 22- and 24-inch widescreen monitors as well as 17-20 inch models in standard format. These LCDs offer 5 ms response time, a contrast ratio of 800:1 and 1,000:1 respectively and brightness of 300 and 400 cd/m² respectively.

All models come with optional integrated speakers and a DVI input (from 22" with HDCP support). The Acer X191Bd is available now priced at €189.00 . The X191W, X201W, X221W and X241W models will be available at the beginning of August 2007.

Both new monitor ranges come with 2-year Bring-In guarantees, not with the usual three-year guarantee and pickup service.