Extending advanced monitor intelligence to an expansive 20.1-inch viewable LCD monitor, NEC-Mitsubishi Electronics Display of America Inc., the number one stand-alone vendor of flat panel desktop displays, today introduced its new NEC MultiSync LCD2080UX display with high resolutions of up to 1600 x 1200. Designed to help professionals enhance their productivity, the monitor can be remotely controlled through a network by IT administrators or accessed directly with a computer mouse and keyboard by users. Its sophisticated features and sleek design with ultra thin-frame bezel streamline the computing process in markets where the large viewable image area of an LCD monitor is necessary to process, communicate and respond to changing information.

"The goal of enhancing corporate productivity by purchasing large LCD monitors that display more information while conserving valuable desktop space is common among NEC-Mitsubishi's customers in the financial, medical, manufacturing, computer-aided-design, transportation and trade show markets, among others," said Todd Fender, product manager at NEC-Mitsubishi Electronics Display of America, Inc. "The new NEC MultiSync LCD2080UX reinforces NEC-Mitsubishi's commitment to its customers by providing intelligent tools that help customers enjoy a new level of computing efficiency than ever before. Our leadership in the 20.1-inch display market spans back to 1997 with our introduction of the industry's premier desktop display and continued with our launch of the NEC MultiSync LCD2010X dual connection monitor in 2000, which accounted for more than 55 per cent of the 20-inch stand-alone monitor market share in 2002 according to SRI."

For professionals that want to access and modify their monitor settings with just a touch of their mouse or keyboard, the NEC MultiSync LCD2080UX utilizes the company's exclusive NaViSet software based on Display Data Channel/Command Interface (DDC/CI) protocol. In addition, companies can remotely control and track the monitor's settings using the DDC/CI function through a local area network or signal cable. Information from the monitor – such as its serial number, model name and date of manufacture – can also be communicated to a central system using asset management software that adheres to VESA DDC and EDID standards. NEC-Mitsubishi Electronics Display's proprietary CableComp long cable technology ensures that the monitor can be managed from a distant control room with cables up to 100 meters/326 feet long, without compromising image quality or interrupting end-users' work environments.

The NEC MultiSync LCD2080UX has an ultra thin-frame bezel that measures 16 mm on all sides, reducing its horizontal width by almost 70 percent compared to the preceding 20.1-inch viewable NEC MultiSync LCD2010X model. End-users also benefit from more vivid screen images as a result of the monitor's new automatic black level adjustment function for grayscale control and AutoBright function for brightness intensity control. The rapid response time of 25 ms provides a more accurate viewing experience by virtually eliminating ghosting and image trailing from video applications.

"Specialized organizations that utilize large LCD monitors recognize the solid return on investment that new technology brings and are increasingly taking advantage of competitive price points to upgrade," said Rhoda Alexander, director of monitor research at iSuppli/Stanford Resources. "The ability to manage monitors both remotely and directly using a mouse or keyboard offers benefits to a wide variety of businesses, particularly companies utilizing hundreds or even thousands of LCD monitors."

To ensure the NEC MultiSync LCD2080UX monitor's compatibility with different computer systems, NEC-Mitsubishi Electronics Display includes its upgraded Ambix+ triple-input technology for up to two simultaneous analog or digital inputs. Upon powering up the computer system, the new model's DVI cable detection function identifies which signal cable is attached to the monitor's DVI-I connector, thereby eliminating manual setup steps and assuring optimal performance.

The new monitor uses NEC's XtraView+ wide-angle viewing technology, allowing multiple users to see the screen from an industry-leading 176 degrees horizontally and vertically, 88 degrees from the center of the monitor. Professionals also have the option of adjusting the monitor's height via the stand and pivoting the panel between landscape and portrait modes for more effective viewing of presentations, spreadsheets and word processing. Another ergonomic advantage is the monitor's cable management feature, which prevents unattractive, space-consuming wire clutters.

All-New Features
Ultra-thin-frame design
NaViSet software & NaViSet Administrator software
CableComp automatic long cable compensation
Automatic black level adjustment
Power-off timer
AutoBright

Enhanced Features
Ambix+ triple-input technology
Cable management
Advanced No Touch Auto Adjust
Automatic adjustment function
Touch or protective glass integration-enabling design
Optional sound bar attachment

Special Features
XtraView+ technology
Pivot capability and adjustable stand
OmniColor 6-axis color control
Adheres to ISO 13406-2 Class II requirements

Shipping and Availability
The NEC MultiSync LCD2080UX is available at the end of the month through authorized NEC-Mitsubishi Electronics Display resellers at an estimated street price (ESP) of $1599.99 in white with brushed aluminum and black cabinet options. NEC-Mitsubishi Electronics Display's monitors are backed by a three-year limited warranty including backlight. Technical support is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week by calling 1-800-632-4662.

About NEC-Mitsubishi Electronics Display of America, Inc.
Headquartered in Itasca, Ill., NEC-Mitsubishi Electronics Display of America, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Tokyo-based NEC-Mitsubishi Electric Visual Systems Corporation, a joint venture company established by NEC Corporation and Mitsubishi Electric Corporation. NEC-Mitsubishi Electronics Display began North American operations on July 1, 2000, combining the desktop display monitor divisions of NEC Technologies and Cypress, California-based Mitsubishi Electronics America, Inc. The company incorporates the strengths of NEC's worldwide leadership in LCD desktop and information displays, Ambix, and MultiSync technologies, with Mitsubishi's market leadership in flat aperture grille CRT technology development. NEC-Mitsubishi Electronics Display ranked as the number one best-selling stand-alone LCD monitor brand according to the Stanford Resource - iSuppli Flat Panel Monitrak Quarterly Report, Q3 '02. For more information, call 1-888-NEC-MITS or visit www.necmitsubishi.com.