Multisync LCD series

™
ambix Technology
MultiSync® LCD1525X™, MultiSync LCD1810X™, and MultiSync LCD2010X™

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 NEC-Mitsubishi Electronics Display’s
revolutionary Ambix technology lets you

maximize
your monitor investment with digital and analog connectivity.

MultiSync LCD1810X monitor, and the 20" MultiSync monitors are digital in nature, making possible a
LCD2010X monitor revolutionized the display indus- direct digital connection to the computer. Because
try, effectively creating a new category of LCD no digital-to-analog conversion is necessary, loss of
monitors. This new technology enables both digital signal is virtually eliminated, resulting in superior
and analog connections to the monitor, guaranteeing picture interface.
compatibility with today’s computer systems and
tomorrow’s digital output.* While direct digital connection is clearly the choice
of the future, most of today’s computers still pro-
The digital/analog dichotomy. The monitor-to- duce analog output because they are fitted with
Ambix technology means to LCD computer connection is an integral part of the video cards for use with CRT monitors. As a result,
monitors what MultiSync meant to
CRT monitors more than a decade computing experience. In the past, the CRT moni- digital-input LCD monitors were not directly com-
ago: guaranteed compatibility.
tor—an analog device—could communicate with patible with the majority of installed computers—
Dual-connection technology creates a new category the computer only through a digital-to-analog until now.
of LCD monitors. Known for their advanced tech- converter called a video card. Early in the computer
nology and user-friendly features, NEC MultiSync age, many manufacturers built PCs with proprietary Revolutionary compatibility protects your
LCD monitors have long been considered the smart video card connections to their own displays, each investment. Ambix technology offers the best of
choice for users seeking a monitor with a slim with their own frequency ranges and connector types both worlds—the superior picture clarity and easy
footprint, low emissions and bright, color-saturated ( you may recall terms such as CGA, EGA, VGA and setup of a digital connection, as well as legacy
images. NEC’s leadership in the LCD arena has others). As part of the computer industry’s effort compatibility with the analog connections of exist-
®
produced innovations such as XtraView wide-angle to create an open computing environment, NEC ing computers. This revolutionary technology
viewing technology, portrait/landscape viewing developed the MultiSync monitor, which revolutionized guarantees* your LCD monitor will be compatible
flexibility, and the first 20.1" and 21.3" LCD monitors. the display industry by allowing connection with any with systems already in place, including PC and
The latest monitors to join the MultiSync LCD Series signal in a preset range, regardless of the frequency Macintosh computers, Sun and Silicon Graphics
feature yet another significant innovation from NEC. output of the video card. workstations and other computers and x-terminals.

NEC’s exclusive Ambix technology, featured on Today the computer industry is on a similar What’s more, Ambix technology protects your
the 15.0" MultiSync LCD1525X monitor, the 18.1" threshold as LCD monitors gain popularity. LCD monitor investment by providing a bridge to the
 Features and Benefits

15-pin VGA connector that has become ubiquitous in

Excellent compatibility meets users’ needs
the display industry. By incorporating both the digital
well into the future
and analog components of the DVI specification,
Ambix allows for two different types of dual port Superior display quality provides bright
Ambix technology delivers dual inputs that allow you to connect connection: either one digital and one analog, or two sharp images with true color reproduction
your MultiSync LCD monitor using either DVI for analog and
digital or 15-pin VGA for analog. analog. Dual analog connections have been a popular
Low power consumption and reduced
feature on CRT monitors, allowing two computers
emissions decrease costs
future of display technology—direct digital display. to be connected to the display simultaneously.
In other words, Ambix means to LCD monitors what ®
OSM on-screen controls enable quick, easy
MultiSync meant to CRT monitors more than a decade In short, with Ambix, you won’t have to remember image adjustments
ago: guaranteed compatibility. * acronyms like VGA, XGA, DVI, DFP, DDWG, P&D, EGA, CGA
®
XtraView technology offers the widest
or TMDS. There is only one word to remember: Ambix
viewing angles available (LCD1810X,
MultiSync monitors with Ambix technology accept (from the root of “ambidextrous”). By ensuring long-
LCD2010X)
DVI-I digital input for the broadest possible com- term connectivity today and tomorrow, Ambix
patibility and interoperability in the digital domain. helps you maximize your monitor investment.
Portrait/landscape pivot functionality
Ambix also offers compatibility with other TMDS- adds versatility (LCD1810X, LCD2010X)
based digital interfaces such as DFP and P&D, so Ambix technology delivers flexibility for seamless
even early adopters of digital technology won’t be technology refreshes. Since many corporations Wall/arm mounting capability adds flexibility

left out in the cold. refresh technology in phases, monitors that can be and saves on space

“handed down” from one department to the next are

Four-port USB hub offers Plug and Play
In addition, Ambix technology takes the new industry most cost-efficient. Because Ambix technology
convenience (LCD1525X)
standard, DVI, one step further by incorporating guarantees* compatibility with virtually any current
analog compatibility on this same DVI connector or future computer system, organizations can get Audio input and headphone output for
(this type of connection is often called DVI-I, for more use out of each monitor. private listening (LCD1810X, LCD2010X)
“integrated”). Some system manufacturers will *The DVI standard is compatible with TMDS based digital
technologies like DFP and P&D. Built-in power supply for convenience
ship computers with the new DVI connector for
(LCD1525X, LCD1810X, LCD2010X)
analog connections as well.

NEC quality and reliability provides peace

Implementations that allow only for digital of mind (backed by a 3-year warranty and
connections to the DVI port (often called DVI-D, outstanding service)
for “digital only”) won’t allow for this seamless
connectivity off of a single connector. Alternate resolutions at full screen size
for enhanced clarity

Ambix technology also accommodates traditional

see more.
analog connections by providing the standard
 MultiSync LCD1525X, MultiSync LCD1810X, and MultiSync 2010X Specifications
Model MultiSync LCD1525X MultiSync LCD1810X MultiSync LCD2010X

Display 15.0" (15.0" viewable image size), active matrix, 18.1" (18.1" viewable image size), active matrix, 20.1" (20.1" viewable image size), active matrix,
thin film transistor (TFT), liquid crystal display thin film transistor (TFT), liquid crystal display thin film transistor (TFT), liquid crystal display
(LCD); 0.30 mm pixel pitch; 200 cd/m2 white (LCD); 0.28 mm pixel pitch; XtraView technology, (LCD); 0.31 mm pixel pitch; XtraView technology,
luminance, typical; 350:1 contrast ratio, typical 200 cd/m2 white luminance, typical; 300:1 250 cd/m2 white luminance, typical; 250:1
contrast ratio, typical contrast ratio, typical

Synchronization Range
Horizontal 24.0 KHz to 60.0 KHz 31.0 KHz to 82.0 KHz 31.0 KHz to 82.0 KHz
Vertical 56.2 Hz to 75.0 Hz 56.0 Hz to 85.0 Hz 56.0 Hz to 85.0 Hz

Resolutions Supported 1024 x 768 @ 60 Hz to 75 Hz 1280 x 1024 @ 60 Hz to 76 Hz 1280 x 1024 @ 60 Hz to 76 Hz

832 x 624 @ 60 Hz to 75 Hz 1152 x 870 @ 60 Hz to 85 Hz 1152 x 870 @ 60 Hz to 85 Hz
800 x 600 @ 56 Hz to 75 Hz 1024 x 768 @ 60 Hz to 85 Hz 1024 x 768 @ 60 Hz to 85 Hz
640 x 480 @ 60 Hz to 75 Hz 832 x 624 @ 60 Hz to 85 Hz 832 x 624 @ 60 Hz to 85 Hz
800 x 600 @ 56 Hz to 85 Hz 800 x 600 @ 56 Hz to 85 Hz
640 x 480 @ 60 Hz to 85 Hz 640 x 480 @ 60 Hz to 85 Hz

Native Resolution 1024 x 768 1280 x 1024 1280 x 1024

Additional Features USB hub XtraView XtraView

VESA mountable Pivot Enabled™ Pivot Enabled™
Dual inputs Height adjustable Height adjustable
Full screen capability at non-native resolutions VESA mountable VESA mountable
Dual inputs Dual inputs
Full screen capability at non-native resolutions Full screen capability at non-native resolutions

Viewing Angle left/right +/-60° left/right +/-85° left/right +/-85°

up 45° up 85° up 85°
down 55° down 85° down 85°

Display Colors More than 16 million More than 16 million More than 16 million

Power Consumption Typical: 45W On mode (30W without USB hub), Typical: 54W On mode, under 5W power Typical: 63W On mode, under 3.3W power
under 8W power saving mode saving mode saving mode

Input Analog VGA 15-pin D-sub Analog VGA 15-pin D-sub Analog VGA 15-pin D-sub
DVI-I (for digital or analog) DVI-I (for digital or analog) DVI-I (for digital or analog)

Dimensions With stand: With stand: With stand:

14.6" x 14.2" x 6.2" 17.9" x 18.2" x 8.6" 19.6" x 19.7" x 9.6"
370 mm x 360 mm x 158 mm 454 mm x 462 mm x 218 mm 498 mm x 501 mm x 246 mm

Without stand: Without stand: Without stand:

14.6" x 12.3" x 2.2" 17.9" x 15.0" x 3.3" 19.6" x 16.5" x 4.0"
370 mm x 312 mm x 56 mm 454 mm x 382 mm x 85 mm 498 mm x 418 mm x 101 mm

Net Weight With stand: With stand: With stand:

Net: 9.9 lbs./4.5 kg 18.5 lbs./8.4 kg 24.3 lbs./11.0 kg

Weight Without stand: Without stand: Without stand:

Net: 7.5 lbs./3.4 kg 12.1 lbs./5.5 kg 16.1 lbs./7.3 kg

Limited Warranty 3 years, parts and labor; 3-year backlight 3 years, parts and labor; 3-year backlight 3 years, parts and labor; 3-year backlight

Technical Support 24 hours/7 days 24 hours/7 days 24 hours/7 days

All specifications are the same for all models unless otherwise noted. NEC-Mitsubishi Electronics Display of America
MultiSync is a registered trademark and Ambix, 1525X, 1810X, 2010X, XtraView 1250 N. Arlington Heights Road
and OSM are registered trademarks of NEC-Mitsubishi Electronic Display of Itasca, Illinois 60143-1248
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