ViewSonic Introduces Its First PerfectFlat Monitor; PT795 Combines Flat-Screen With Uncompromising Performance.

WALNUT, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 4, 1999--ViewSonic Corporation, a leading worldwide provider of advanced display technologies, has introduced its first flat-screen monitor -- the PT795. This 19-inch (18-inch viewable) high-performance display features the company's new PerfectFlat SonicTron(R) CRT, which produces perfectly flat, colorful, life-like images. The PT795 is also one of the company's first monitors to be TCO '99 certified, adhering to the world's strictest ecology, ergonomics, energy and emissions guidelines.

The PerfectFlat SonicTron CRT featured in the PT795 significantly reduces the glare of ambient lighting. Unlike the curved screen surface of a traditional display that reflects overhead lights toward the user, the flat-screen unit minimizes glare and reflection, reducing user eyestrain and fatigue. Also, an advanced ARAG(R) anti-static, anti-glare screen treatment complements the PT795 flat screen by refracting additional light from the user while maintaining a sharp, bright image.

The new unit features an ultra-fine 0.25-0.27mm variable aperture grille pitch, an industry leading 30 to 110kHz horizontal scan range, a flicker-free resolution of 1600 x 1200 at 87Hz, and a maximum non-interlaced resolution of 1920 x 1440.

"The PT795 is designed for professionals looking to upgrade to a larger, high performance monitor, but who have space or budget concerns associated with a 21-inch flat-screen display. This makes the PT795 perfect for demanding graphics, pre-press and desktop publishing applications," said Sally Wang, product manager for ViewSonic. "Additionally, the physical front-of-screen benefits combined with the performance of a high-quality CRT provides users with incredible screen performance, realistically proportioned images and total display control."

The new PT795 incorporates a USB base, allowing users to operate their computer system while simultaneously employing additional peripheral devices, such as a scanner, digital camera, or speakers. Also, the monitor's OnView(R) menu customizes screen images through user-friendly controls and intuitive front-panel buttons. Users can select and adjust multiple settings including brightness, contrast, and ViewMatch(R) color, as well as select between two separate input connectors.

Offered at a suggested retail price of $1,075 and an estimated street price of $999, the PT795 is compatible with PC, Macintosh(R), and high-resolution third-party graphics standards. The PT795 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.

ViewSonic(R) is at the forefront of environmental and safety standards and according to the Q1 1998 Monitrak(R) Quarterly Display Monitor Industry Report(1), ViewSonic shipped more TCO-certified monitors in the U.S. than any other monitor company. The new PT795 meets all major emission and power management standards, including MPR-II and EPA Energy Star(R).

Headquartered in Walnut, Calif., ViewSonic Corporation offers comprehensive display solutions for today's education, entertainment, business and professional markets. For further information, contact ViewSonic at Tel: [phone] or 909/869-7976; Fax: [phone]; Internet: www.viewsonic.com.

(1)The Monitrak Quarterly Display Monitor Industry Report is published by Stanford Resources, Inc.

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