NEC Display Solutions ADDS ECO-FRIENDLY DESKTOP TO ACCUSYNC<sup><small>TM</small></sup>&nbsp;SERIES
CHICAGO - February 2, 2010
Cost-conscious, Green Display for SMB Users
NEC Display Solutions of America, a leading provider of commercial LCD display and projector solutions, announces today the 17-inch AS171 to the AccuSync Series, replacing the popular ASLCD73VX-BK display. Joining the recently introduced 19-inch AS191, AS191WM and 22-inch AS221WM, this standard-aspect ratio display is designed for small-to-medium-sized businesses and continues to promote environmental consciousness, a standard in the AccuSync Series.

The energy-efficient 17-inch AS171 display consumes 21% less power than its predecessor.  It shares the certifications of its AccuSync siblings, an EPEATTM Silver rating, and ENERGY STAR® 5.0 and TCO 5.0 compliance, giving users confidence that these displays are environmentally preferable purchases. The monitor's 2-step ECO ModeTM technology allows users to maneuver between two energy-savings modes, while its ergonomic tilt function brings users flexibility and enhanced comfort.

"The 17-inch AS171 display brings variety and value to AccuSync Series users," said Lynn Gu, Product Manager for NEC Display Solutions.  "We continuously see a strong demand for the 17-inch standard aspect ratio from enterprise and small-to-medium business sectors, and our goal with this display is to offer improved green technology, energy efficiency and eco-friendly features."

A partial list of the AS171 features includes:

  • 1280 x 1024 native resolution
  • VGA and DVI connectivity
  • 900:1 contrast ratio
  • 5ms fast response time
  • Tilt adjustability
  • Consumes 21% less power than its predecessor
  • 50% less mercury content than its predecessor
  • Two-step ECO Mode for significant power consumption savings
  • Carbon footprint meter for tracking of carbon savings
  • EPEAT Silver rating
  • ENERGY STAR 5.0 compliance
  • TCO 5.0 compliance

The AS171 will begin shipping in February 2010 with an estimated street price of $159 and ships with a standard three-year parts and labor warranty, including the backlight.

About NEC Display Solutions of America, Inc.
Headquartered in Itasca, Ill., NEC Display Solutions of America, Inc., is a leading designer and provider of innovative desktop LCD monitors, commercial- and professional-grade large-screen LCD displays, a diverse line of multimedia and digital cinema projectors, and integrated display solutions. NEC Display Solutions develops leading-edge visual technology and customer-focused solutions for a wide variety of markets, including enterprise, healthcare, education and digital signage. For additional information about NEC Display Solutions of America monitors, consumers can call (866) NEC-MORE, or visit the website at www.sharpnecdisplays.us. For digital images, please visit https://www.sharpnecdisplays.us/products/digitalmedialibrary/.

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