14 DAY TRIAL // The Full High-Definition video format, otherwise known as the video resolution of 1,920 x 1,080, has come quite far, to the point where it is already being implemented even in entry-level mobile computers such as netbooks and tablet PCs. Now, the next step in image-quality evolution is for display makers to bring the same level of detail to 3D displays. Seemingly aware of this, Zalman put all of its experience to work and created the latest member in the Trimon Series of monitors.
Known as the Zalman Trimon ZM-M240W, the display has a screen size of 24 inches, measures 572 x 415 x 190mm (W x H x D) and weighs 8kg. It uses a TN panel, whose native resolution is of 1,920 x 1,080 pixels. Also, the dynamic contrast ratio is of 10,000:1, whereas the response time is of 5ms and the power consumption will never go above 50W.
Obviously, it is the 3D capability that will determine how well received this product is, and the ability to reach a refresh rate of 120Hz (60Hz for each eye) is only one criteria taken into account. While the 2D viewing angle is a decent 170 degrees horizontal and 160 degrees vertical, the 3D angle is much narrower, at 90 degrees horizontal and 10-12 degrees vertical. The difference in angle is sizable, but acceptable considering that 3D LCD technology is still, more or less, in its beginning stages.
The Zalman Trimon ZM-M240W connects to PCs or other sources of video content through D-sub and DVI inputs and comes with a button that switches between 2D and 3D display modes. Also, the package includes the necessary pair of 3D glasses needed to synchronize the two sets of images that make up the 3D feed. Finally, the product should start shipping next month, at a price of 380 Euro.