Though the NEC MultiSync LCD2180WGLED features new LED backlight technology, we're unconvinced it's worth $6,700. Most professional users will be better served by other, less expensive LCDs. Read more
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The good: Produces excellent color quality; pivots between landscape and portrait mode.
The bad: Megaexpensive; lacks pivoting software; height not adjustable.
The bottom line: Though the NEC MultiSync LCD2180WGLED features new LED backlight technology, we're unconvinced it's worth $6,700. Most professional users will be better served by other, less expensive LCDs.
Cons: Still cannot meet or exceed a quality CRT display costing 13 times less
Summary: I bought this monitor several weeks ago and I will say that it is definitely a great monitor. However, looking back on it I can now say I cannot believe ...
Summary: I bought this monitor several weeks ago and I will say that it is definitely a great monitor. However, looking back on it I can now say I cannot believe I spent this much money on it. I was always a believer in CRT over LCD (I do a lot of image and film editing work). I used a Diamondtron monitor for the past 6 years. I added a new computer to my workspace, and I decided to get this new über NEC monitor.
After I set it up and calibrated it, I found that I still preferred the Diamondtron picture to the NEC picture! Even after running the calibration on the Diamondtron, I still liked the Diamondtron picture better. I am sure that the NEC monitor is doing it's thing and covering more than the Adobe gamut, but it still just doesn't win over my preference.
I am basically now of the opinion that the goal of LCD manufacturers is to make their pictures as close to CRT displays (like the Diamondtron) as possible. And right now, I spent $6,500 to get something that comes CLOSER than pretty much any other LCD out there, but still just doesn't match or exceed it. In short, I flushed around $6,000 down the toilet... I could have gotten a new Diamondtron display instead for around $400 - $500 and spent the rest of the money on a new camera.
+10 for the LCD monitor, -9 for not being able to produce a picture that exceeds CRT monitors costing (literally) 12 to 13 times less.
Summary: I have been waiting for non CRT displays to have color rendition for film editing, and now I see a new product that is getting close. The price is still ...
Summary: I have been waiting for non CRT displays to have color rendition for film editing, and now I see a new product that is getting close. The price is still too high, the best CRT photo-editing displays are in the $1800 range. I have to admit it's not a display for the avarage user though. It seems that CNET's reviewer is not vey tech savy, judging by the poorly detailed review, see http://www.tomshardware.com/2005/10/28/a_revolution/ for a much better review.
Description:The high-performance 21" NEC MultiSync LCD2180WG-LED, a flat-panel monitor that boasts a multitude of advanced technologies, delivers the ultimate visual experience to your graphics experience. The SpectraViewII Color Calibration Solution, which includes color calibration software and a co-branded colorimeter from GretagMacBeth is not included with this product.
Features Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Cables Included 1 x DVI cable
Compliant Standards EN55022, DDC/CI, Plug and Play, GOST, FCC Class B certified, EN55024, EN 61000-3-3, CSA 22.2 No. 950, ISO 13406-2, C-Tick, TUV GS, NUTEK, MPR III, PCT, TCO '99, VESA DPMS, DOC-B, EN 61000-3-2, EN 60950, cUL, MPR II, DDC-2Bi, DDC-2B, UL, CSA
Software / System Requirements
Included Software Drivers & Utilities
Manufacturer Warranty
Service & Support Details Limited warranty - Parts and labor - 3 years, Limited warranty - Backlight - 3 years
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