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Introduction

A computer display monitor (monitor) is a piece of electrical equipment, which displays viewable images generated by a computer without producing a permanent record. A computer display device is usually either a cathode ray tube or some form of flat panel such as TFT LCD display. Display systems are available in variopus technologies such as cathode ray tubes (CRTs), liquid crystal displays (LCDs), electroluminescent displays(EL), plasma displays , and light emitting diodes(LEDs) Monitor technologies available to consumers are  CRT monitors  LCD monitors

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Block diagram of colour monitor

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Characteristics of CRT monitor dot pitch (CRTs) Resolution

resolution= total number of horizontal pixels X total number of vertical pixels.

Video bandwidth Vertical and horizontal frequencies Interlacedor non-interlaced Viewable image size Frame rate

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LCD monitor

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Advantages of LCD

1. light weight ; can be 15 lbs for a thin LCD ( POUND symbol is lb, 1lb=0.45359237 kg) 2. smaller footprint on desk 3. Flicker free screen 4. More usable display area 5. Low frequency radiation is practically elininated 6. Easy adjustment, storage, and movement. 7. Energy efficient, do not generate heat 8. Less eyestrain due to reduced screen glare

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Disadvantages of LCDs

1. Fragile screen ; may result in both screen and backlight damage if touched or handled. Thus not recommened in environments where it my be handled roughly 2. Contrast ratio causes darkness to not be displayed true. Darkest areas may be viewed as dark grey rather than black 3. Designed only for one optimum resolution; can not adjust images 4. Best view of screen is straight-on , limiting clarity and colors of information for those viewing from angle 5. The backlight is the potential weak link and its failure can be costly. Many warranties only cover it for 1 year

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LCD TYPES LCD displays uses two types of matrix : 1. Passive matrix 2. Active matrix

Comparison of Passive and Active Matrix LCDs

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Important Characteristics of LCD

 Resolution Dot pitch Viewable size Response time Matrix type Color support Brightness Contrast ratio Aspect ratio Input ports
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Video Accelerator Card

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