Forget Q17!! samsung 173P is Here!!!

Sr_K

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just read the specs... and the street price!!!

Specifications
Model 173P
Part Number 173P - Silver
Panel Type a-si TFT /PVA
Size 17"
Pixel Pitch (mm) 0.264
Brightness 270cd/m2
Contrast Ratio 700:1
Viewing Angle 178o / 178o
Aspect Ratio 5:4
Response Time (ms) 16
Interface Analog / Digital
Frequency Horizontal Rate - (Analog) 30-81
Horizontal Rate - (Digital) 30-63
Vertical Rate 56-76
Bandwidth 140
Resolution Maximum 1280 x 1024
Color Maximum 16.7M
Signal Input Input Video Signal Analog RGB, DVI Digital link
Video Level: Analog Analog:0.7VP-P
Video Level: Digital TMDSTM
Sync Type Separate H/V, Composite H/V, SOG
Input Connectors 15pin D-sub, DVI-D
Plug & Play DDC DDC 2B
Power On / Working 40 Watts (Max)
Wall Mount VESA® VESA 75mm
Emission Standard TCO '03
Cabinet Color
Bezel Color
Silver
Dimensions Physical (WxHxD) 15.0" x 15.6" x 9.3"
Packaging (WxHxD) 18.7" x 16.1" x 6.9"
Weight Net (physical) 13.2 lbs.
Gross (packaging) 17.6 lbs.
Special Features
Ultra narrow bezel and slim design; Dual hinge stand; Pivot technology; Button less design; MagicTuneTM; MagicBrightTM; Color gamut 70.8%
Pivot Pivot Technology Yes
Warranty Parts / Labor / Backlight 3 / 3 / 3
Compatible Computer Systems PC / Windows
Street Price $549
 

kilgry

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The question is, "How many bits?"

I'm hearing it is only a 6-bit screen like the AU. I believe the Q17 is an 8-bit.