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Out of the box, the Samsung SyncMaster 173P TFT-LCD monitor looks aesthetically pleasing, combining silver and white highlights for the entire unit. Samsung Canada is marketing this particular unit as part of their slim and simple line of consumer TFT-LCD monitors. The SyncMaster 173P measures approximately 15.0" (W) x 15.6" (H) x 9.3" (D) and has a maximum resolution of 1280 x 1024. The total viewable image size of the LCD measures 17 inches with a pixel pitch of 0.264mm. The Samsung SyncMaster 173P TFT-LCD features a high contrast ratio of 700:1 with a response time of 25ms.

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One of the highlights of the SyncMaster 173P TFT-LCD Monitor is the ability to pivot and rotate this monitor into different positions. The viewable portion of the LCD is connected to an adjustable arch which allows consumers to tilt the position of the monitor -5°/+30° degrees. The base of the monitor itself can pivot approximately 90° degrees which allow consumers to switch from standard portrait viewing to full landscape mode. The landscape mode is perfect for reading e-mails and viewing the entire body of a website. At the rear of the unit are three accessible ports which include a 15-pin VGA connection, DVI (Digital Visual Interface) connection and a power connector. I was pleased to see the inclusion of a DVI port since this re-enforces the idea of using this product in a dual monitor configuration.

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The Samsung SyncMaster 173P TFT-LCD Monitor includes a retractable circular base which provides support for the bottom portion of the unit. The circular base is very low profile and keeps the unit stationary when placed on a flat surface. A series of mounting holes have been positioned around the base to simplify the process of installing the VESA wall mounting kit.