The Paradigm LCD monitor, with its quality, design, sharp image, ease-of-use, energy efficiency, and unique features, is the most superior monitor in the marketplace today.

Why Paradigm LCD Products Are Superior

Computers, like most of the new technologies of the last 20 years, have advanced so fast that the chronic effects of their usage were not known until wide scale consequences developed. Paradigm LCD, a relative newcomer in the high tech industry has had the opportunity to use the latest in scientific and technological innovation in developing their product line. Every aspect of ease-of- use, comfort and ergonomics has been considered and integrated with the latest technology and features to create the finest line of LCD computer monitors and LCD TV's on the market today.

Eye Strain Relief

It is now generally accepted that the use of video/computer monitors causes a degree of eye strain for the user. The human vision system is designed to be at rest when viewing a distant image at optical infinity, generally a distance further than about 6 meters (20 feet) from the eyes. When you view a closer image, the crystalline lens inside your eye adjusts to focus on the near target. Each of your eyes turn inward so that they are aligned on target, and the iris pupil constricts. A total of seven muscles and six major cranial nerves are involved in this process, accounting for approximately 25% of the total energy output of the brain. While the effects vary depending on the individual, sooner or later, almost all users experience computer related eyestrain. Symptoms of computer eyestrain: Difficulties maintaining clear focus on screen image, unstable "shimmering" image Distance vision blurry after looking at monitor Burning and/or itching feeling Dry, sandy feeling Aching and "tension" in the brow and forehead area Headache Neck ache

There are a number of specific causes that contribute to computer eyestrain. Paradigm LCD products are designed to eliminate these problems. Causes of Eye Strain Paradigm LCD Product Solutions The distance from your eyes to monitor Because Paradigm LCD monitors are only 3" in depth, they can be moved on the desk to a location where the viewing is most comfortable for the individual. The angular position of the monitor relative to the line of sight All Paradigm LCD monitors have adjustable tilt to maximize user comfort, as well as provide generous viewing angles. In addition, the M15V has a patented swivel base for further adjustment. The brightness and contrast of the image on the screen Viewing comfort is maximized when the contrast ratio is high and the brightness is at a medium setting. Combining the 300:1 contrast ratio of the Paradigm LCD monitors with the 250-nit brightness, and adding in easy-to-use controls for precise adjustment, eliminates eyestrain. The overall quality of the image displayed. The quality of display image is directly attributable to the quality of the electronics behind it. Ranked the #3 monitor in the world by PC Magazine, Paradigm LCD monitors display crisp text and graphics and strong, even color saturation at any resolution. The ambient room illumination Fluorescent lights create additional screen glare and set up a conflicting flicker with CRT monitors. Both standard CRTs and fluorescent lights flicker at 60 hertz. The unsynchronized flicker creates a great deal of stress and fatigue in the eye. Paradigm LCD monitors have a protective glass overlay with anti-reflective coating on the glass. 94% of the light is passed out from the monitor, which, due to digitally-controlled backlights is virtually flicker free resulting in less than 1% of the ambient room light reflecting into the users eyes.

Energy Savings

Paradigm LCD monitors are not only stylish in appearance and easy on the users' eyes, but also contribute to the health of the environment. Each 15-inch monitor uses less than one quarter of the power required by a conventional 17" CRT monitor while providing virtually the same viewing area. The power consumed per LCD monitor is less than 25 watts (in normal usage). For every thousand CRT monitors replaced by Paradigm LCD monitors, running 8 hours a day for 50 weeks a year, there is an estimated power saving of 30 megawatts in direct energy savings. Additionally, there is a waste-heat savings of 102.4 million BTUs per year. Paradigm LCD monitors are TCO '95 approved and Energy Star compliant for earth-friendly operation throughout the life of the product.

Added Features

The "Crystal Optic Filter" technology is designed into the front bezel of many of our LCD displays to enhance the display quality and viewing comfort for the user. With this optical overlay, the LCD displays are able to deliver superb color definition, greater image and clearer text. The optical overlay also extends the life of the panel by making it highly resistive to scratches and protected from external damage. Through this Crystal Optic Filter, the color appears more balanced and easier on the eyes for extended viewing. Additionally, the overlay can be easily cleaned with water, alcohol or any common cleaning solution.