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ViewSonic Introduces GS790 To Award-Winning Graphics Series; First Short Depth 19-Inch Space Saving Monitor in the Series.


WALNUT, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 2, 1999--

ViewSonic Corporation, a leading worldwide provider of advanced display technology, today introduces the GS790, the first short depth, space-saving monitor in the Graphics Series. Designed with SuperClear(R) technology, this 19" (18" viewable) monitor provides exceptionally sharp, crisp displays and a flicker-free resolution.

"The GS790 is ideal for business professionals or users who need a large screen display but do not want to compromise their desk space," said Sally Wang, Product Line Manager, ViewSonic Corporation. "Customers will also benefit from the vivid color images, sharper video images, and great screen performance."

Designed for demanding graphics, CAD/CAM CAD/CAM
 in full computer-aided design/computer-aided manufacturing.

Integration of design and manufacturing into a system under direct control of digital computers.
, gaming, and Internet applications, the GS790 features a super fine 0.22 horizontal dot pitch (0.14 vertical) for superior picture quality and a flicker-free resolution of 1280 x 1024 refreshing at 88Hz. SuperClear screen technology provides vivid color images with exceptional clarity for easy viewing and optimized readability. The ViewMatch(R) color control provides accurate and precision color matching.

The space saving, short depth CRT (1) (C RunTime) See runtime library.

(2) (Cathode Ray Tube) A vacuum tube used as a display screen in a computer monitor or TV. The viewing end of the tube is coated with phosphors, which emit light when struck by electrons.
 provides an 18.0" viewable image The actual diagonal image on a monitor screen. For a long time, CRT measurements have been overstated; for example, a 17" CRT is generally between 15" and 15.8" diagonal. On the other hand, flat panel monitors on laptops, and later on desktops, have always provided accurate measurements,  with a footprint comparable to a larger 15" (various viewables) monitor and therefore maximizes desktop space for added comfort and productivity.

TCO (1) (Total Cost of Ownership) The cost of using a computer. It includes the cost of the hardware, software and upgrades as well as the cost of the inhouse staff and/or consultants that provide training and technical support. See ROI.  '92 certified for low radiation and energy 2000 certified for low power consumption, the GS790 offers Plug & Play+, features OnView(R) controls and ViewMatch(R) color matching.

Offered at a MSRP MSRP Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price
MSRP Message Session Relay Protocol
MSRP Multi-Species Recovery Plan (US Fish & Wildlife Service)
MSRP Member of the Society for Radiological Protection (UK) 
 of $499, the GS790 is compatible with PC, Macintosh(R), and high-resolution third-party graphics standards. The GS790 is backed by a three-year parts and labor warranty and is eligible for ViewSonic's optional Express Exchange(R) Service, which guarantees a replacement monitor within 48 hours. The company offers toll-free technical support seven days a week, 24 hours a day.

About ViewSonic

ViewSonic Display Technology(TM) products have won more than 550 awards from independent publications and organizations. ViewSonic's leadership position is further supported by being ranked as the United States' No. 1 best selling flat panel display A thin display screen for computer and TV usage. The first flat panels appeared on laptop computers in the mid-1980s, and the LCD technology became the standard. Stand-alone LCD screens became available for desktop computers in the mid-1990s and exceeded sales of CRTs for the first time  provider by Display Search (Q2 '99) and the No. 1 best selling independent monitor brand by Stanford Resources (Monitrak Q2 '99).

Headquartered in Walnut, Calif., ViewSonic Corporation offers comprehensive display solutions for today's education, entertainment, business, Internet and professional markets. As of September 1999, ViewSonic is one of only 330 North American North American

named after North America.


North American blastomycosis
see North American blastomycosis.

North American cattle tick
see boophilusannulatus.
 companies to receive the ISO (1) See ISO speed.

(2) (International Organization for Standardization, Geneva, Switzerland, www.iso.ch) An organization that sets international standards, founded in 1946. The U.S. member body is ANSI.
 14001 Environmental Management System certification. Additionally, the British Standards British Standards are the national standards of the UK. The standards body which produces them is BSI British Standards, a division of BSI Group. It is incorporated under a Royal Charter and is formally designated as the National Standards Body (NSB) for the UK.  Institution certified ViewSonic to ISO 9001 in June 1998 and ISO 14001 in October 1998. For further information, please contact ViewSonic Corporation at tel: 800/888-8583 or 909/869-7976; fax: 909/468-3736. Internet: www.viewsonic.com.

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