ViewSonicVX2255wmb 22-inch Wide LCD with Integrated Webcam
ViewSonic's 22" VX2255wmb widescreen LCD delivers the ultimate in premium and desktop entertainment with its, panoramic widescreen aspect ratio. Designed for power gamers, Internet users and movie fans, these displays will amaze you with the blur-free images delivered by super-fast ClearMotiv 5ms video response. The integrated 1.3 megapixel webcam connects you to your family and friends via the Internet like never before. Finished in premium glossy piano-black, this display brings style and excitement to any desktop.
ViewSonicVX2255wmb 22-inch Wide LCD with Integrated Webcam Accessories
 Logitech Cordless Desktop EX110 (967561-0403)
Apple M9321G/B Mini-DVI to DVI Adapter
D-Link DUB-H7 High Speed USB 2.0 7-Port Hub
Apple iWork '08 Family Pack
Intel Core 2 Duo E6600 Dual-Core Processor, 2.4 GHz, 4M L2 Cache, LGA775
Bamboo (Small) Pen Tablet with Pen Only
HP C7280 Photosmart All-in-One Printer (CC567A#ABA)
Canon PowerShot G9 12.1MP Digital Camera with 6x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom
Apple Mac mini MB138LL/A (1.83 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo, 1 GB RAM, 80 GB Hard Drive, Combo Drive)
Linksys WRT160N Ultra RangePlus Wireless-N Broadband Router
ViewSonicVX2255wmb 22-inch Wide LCD with Integrated Webcam Reviews
http://www.amazon.com/Dell-UltraSharp-Widescreen-resolution-adjustable/dp/B001FB4UM2/ref=sr_1_7.ie=UTF8&s=pc&qid=1221513569&sr=1-7. No problem with the software. While the viewsonics has excellent picture quality, the Dell is even better esp excelling in vibrance. http://www.costco.com/Browse/Product.aspx.Prodid=11201225&whse=BC&topnav=&browse=&lang=en-US. I recompared other 22" monitor and this one still stood out for the price.
I decided to side to side compare this monitor with the Dell with a 3 yr warentee Dell SP2208WFP 22" Wide HDMI/DVI 2ms 2000:1 300 cd/mē 1680x1050 WSXGA+ Item# 180397. There was some bug in the software and there were numerous error messages and then when I opened any video, it crashed windows explorer. I see it is available from Amazon $10 less. and made new file.
Did a system restore, still the same problem but I was able to get other files out and then trashed the "My Pictures. For the extra $$, the Dell is well worth it. Still no audio. Then downloaded new program for webcam. The picture resolution and colors are excellant. Checked all the windows controls I could find, my other mic worked and called tech support twice who advise me to return unit at Costco.
Loaded the webcam software played with the webcam told it to captur audio. I closed the webcam software and it is no longer in my start or programs menu.I don't care.bottom line get the monitor, mute the sound blow off the webcam.and it is still worth the price. Note each video of a couple minutes duration is many, many megabits even with compression. The speakers are a total joke but squeaked with other media. While the Dell was $35 more ($299), the difference was night and day.
So back to Costco. The webcam software works flawlessly and records when asked and stores videos in it's own folder. At first i couldn't get the mic to work at all. I bought this at Costco for the same price. Finally got online chat person who knew what they were doing and found a control buried in windows had muted the mic.Got it working but it was either too loud or no loud enough. Mutes were off but no sound.
So I thought great and I also have the mic and webcam. Comparing a number of monitors, this had the best picture quality. The webcam software places a video in your my pictures file each time the webcam is operated. If you aren't careful your whole HD could be consumed with meaningless videos.
2) If I put my computer to sleep, the monitor does not sleep simultaneously. It sends signals back that wake the computer back up. The picture seems to have very strong Blues. However, I am disappointed with this purchase. 3) I have tried calibrating the monitor four times now. I will probably return it.
My family has purchased four ViewSonic monitors, and have been impressed with the quality. Mac users especially, beware the VX2255wmb and it's incompatibilities. Like I said, I'm disappointed. I am very annoyed that this is not disclosed on the ViewSonic USA web site, but it _is_ disclosed on the ViewSonic UK/Europe site (found this out after I took delivery and was setting it up). All the whites are bluish.
1) The webcam works, but the microphone is not compatible with my Macintosh computer. This is a big pain, as I put my computer to sleep all the time.
Huge difference over my old 19" viewsonic CRT. Haven't used the webcam yet, but it's a nice bonus to have. For under $350, you get a 22" LCD with bright, crisp resolution. I have seen reviews on CNET that rate this monitor lower due to not having all the bells and whistles for various connections, but I personally don't have any need for that. The base is a bit flimsy and it is not easy to make small adjustments, but that is a minor complaint.
Unfortunately by the time I noticed this the return period had expired, otherwise I might have tried to take it back. When I first bought this monitor I was pleased at first. The screen gets progressively darker as you go from the bottom to the top of the screen and can be quite noticable on webpages and games, especially if they use colors such as dark blue or yellow. After awhile I began to realize how much darker the screen is in the top 1/3 of the screen as compared to the bottom. I guess it is better than my last 2 LCDs, one of which had dead pixels out of the box, and the other developing a green square in the corner after a few weeks. I tend to be a picky person about monitors so maybe this wouldn't be noticeable to most people.
So, now the dilemma, keep the monitor and buy external speakers or return it. The sound quality is annoying, and forget listening to iTunes. Love the picture quality, but the speakers are so incredibly awful I am thinking of returning it.
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