NEC Display Solutions Unleashes New Multimedia and Multi-Function LCD Monitors; Faster and Sleeker MultiSync GX(2) Displays Deliver Enhanced Gaming and Home Entertainment Performance.

CHICAGO -- Building off the success of the award-winning MultiSync GX LCD monitor line, NEC Display Solutions of America, the leading stand-alone provider of flat panel desktop displays, unveiled today the new MultiSync GX(2) line of consumer monitors at the DigitalLife Expo in New York City (Booth No. 151). A powerful follow up to the critically-acclaimed GX monitors, the new displays promise to raise the entertainment standard for the computing experience.

With NEC's patented OptiClear DVM screens, the NEC MultiSync 70GX(2), the 90GX(2) and the multi-function 20WMGX(2) displays produce images with sharp color and vivid clarity. And, with Rapid Response times of just 4 milliseconds (6 milliseconds for the 20WMGX(2)), these monitors deliver video and gaming images with smooth, crystal-clear quality.

While the new 17-inch NEC MultiSync 70GX(2) and 19-inch 90GX(2) enhance the front-of-screen experience, the 20WMGX(2) redefines it. With a contrast ratio of 1600:1 and an integrated TV tuner in a wide-aspect format, the 20WMGX(2) is primed to become the premier vehicle to enjoy wide-format entertainment.

"In the GX(2) series, we've basically made a great monitor line even better," said Scott Hoaglund, product manager for NEC Display Solutions of America, Inc. "The GX line has been a hit with gamers and home entertainment enthusiasts from the minute we introduced it earlier this year. With the real-time adaptive image-enhancement and high fidelity motion video performance features, we feel the GX(2) will truly satisfy the discriminating demands of this market. In gamer-speak, they're fragtastic."

The NEC MultiSync GX(2) Series displays also feature a popular integrated four-port USB 2.0 powered hub that allow users to easily connect to video cameras, high speed gaming peripherals, storage devices, digital cameras, PDAs, keyboards, mice and more. Controls for the GX(2) Series monitors are designed to be easy-to-read and use. The On-Screen Manager (OSM) design provides clear and easy to understand menus, while the joystick-like NaViKey OSM control allows for intuitive navigation and effortless set up and image optimization.

The GX(2) line of monitors come with all of the outstanding features of its relatives, including DVM (Dynamic Video Mode) for the 70GX(2) and 90GX(2) and A-DVM (Advanced Dynamic Video Mode) for the 20WMGX(2) as well as a stylish, thin-frame design with tilt and swivel. Because the 20WMGX(2) display boasts multimedia performance, it has a host of additional features such as coax, S-Video, composite and component video inputs, a remote, Picture-in-Picture display, and a speaker bar with dual 5-watt speakers.

Other GX(2) Series features include:

--OptiClear DVM screen technology for razor sharp images in text, photo, and motion video applications

--High speed 4ms Rapid Response rate (6ms for the 20WMGX(2)) virtually eliminates distracting ghosting in movie playback and high-speed gaming

--400cd/m2 super brightness for vivid on-screen performance

--700:1 contrast ratio (1600:1 for the 20WMGX(2)) for crisp and clear image detail

--4 port powered USB 2.0 hub for quick connection to a wide range of peripherals and storage devices

--XtraView technology provides for some of the widest viewing angles available

--Ambix dual-input technology: DVI-D digital input for connection to the latest high performance video cards and 15-pin D-SUB analog input for compatibility with traditional PCs.

--Integrated cable management system to reduce distracting clutter

--No Touch Auto Adjust reduces setup time and provides optimal image settings upon initial power-on

--Three-year limited parts and labor warranty

--24/7 support from NEC Display Solutions

The new NEC CX LCD Series products are RoHS (Restriction on Hazardous Substances) compliant, containing fully-disposable plastics and free of hazardous materials such as lead, hex-chrome, cadmium, mercury, PBDE and PBB.

All products will be available in December. Estimated street prices for the products are:

--$369.99 for the 17-inch NEC 70GX(2) after $30 MIR

--$499.99 for the 19-inch NEC 90GX(2) after $30 MIR

--Price for the 20-inch NEC 20WMGX(2) is TBD 

About NEC Display Solutions of America, Inc.

Headquartered in Itasca, Ill., NEC Display Solutions of America, Inc., formerly NEC-Mitsubishi, is a leading provider of innovative LCD displays and integrated display solutions. NEC Display Solutions develops leading-edge visual technology and customer-focused solutions for the consumer, enterprise, professional, medical and digital signage markets. NEC Display Solutions ranked as the #1 best-selling stand-alone LCD monitor provider in the U.S. for all of CY2004 according to iSuppli's quarterly monitor reports. For more information, please call 1-866-NEC-MORE or visit www.necdisplay.com.

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