Dream monitors
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More manufacturers are introducing high-quality 21-inch or larger displays outfitted with advanced features at prices that are more affordable than in the past. Currently, $2,000 can purchase a crisp CRT display with a resolution of up to 1,6000 x 1,2000 pixels. Higher-end monitors also typically feature magnetic emission control, improved ergonomics for easier viewing and Plug-and-Play for easier installation. Most users in the print publishing arena will want to go with the biggest monitor they can afford, and it also is advisable to consider how steady images are since flickering, unsteady images can make eyes tired. Other factors to consider include the light in the monitor's viewing environment, how accurate the color is and what types of controls are offered for color convergence, as well as whether a screen is unduly curved.
Publication Name: Publish
Subject: Publishing industry
ISSN: 0897-6007
Year: 1996
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Short-run color wizards
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Consumers interested in investing in mainstream color copiers should consider product price, technological expandability and required controllers. Minolta's $34,995 CF900 color laser copier is worth the cost because of it incredible functionality. An industry standard of color copiers stabilized around 400x400 dpi CMYK color output, continuous tone printing and Adobe PostScript Level 2 support. Buying decisions should be based on need number of copies for output, per-minute specifications and special features including duplexing, paper trays, sheets per tray and duty cycles. Controller purchasing decisions should center around the desired type of server and features included in the list price such as hardware interfaces, network protocols, scanning capabilities and RAM.
Publication Name: Publish
Subject: Publishing industry
ISSN: 0897-6007
Year: 1996
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