Dell announced a new 20″ LCD display - the UltraSharp 2009W.

This display retails for $289 and features a 1680 x 1050 pixel resolution, 102% color gamut, 2001:1 “dynamic” contrast ratio, 300cd/m² brightness, 5ms response time, height-adjustable stand and four USB 2.0 ports.

Dell’s got a spanking new 20-inch widescreen flat panel LCD monitor. Based on the specs it should offer exceptional color accuracy, the Dell UltraSharp 2009W display is fully adjustable even down to the tiniest detail. Just by looking at the 2009W LCD monitor, you’d immediately know that underneath its elegant look are high end technology features waiting to be used and explored. The 20-inch size may not be enough for your personal widescreen viewing pleasure, but it is definitely more than enough to answer everyone’s need for additional workspace in their desktop computing needs.

The 20-inch high-resolution Dell 2009W displays 102% color gamut in a brilliant 2000:1 dynamic contrast ratio. This simply means that the 2009W monitor is capable of delivering wider and more accurate color representation of razor-like images and fluid motion. In fact, the Dell 2009W LCD monitor exemplifies what an HD display is all about. Clearer graphics, documents, video and even e-mail in a native 1680 x 1050 resolution and DVI with HDCP. This simple means that the 2009W can deliver superior, life-like clarity and stunning display of images and videos.

Not only will you get to enjoy crisp and clear image display, but you get to help save the environment as well if you use the Dell 2009. The UltraSharp widescreen monitor utilizes lesser electricity and power and produces less heat as well. The Dell 2009 is a good example of an environment friendly electronic product. Even in its packaging, the Dell uses environment sensitive product material. The Dell 2009 is the first Halogen-Reduced flat panel monitor.

Other features of the Dell UltraSharp 2009 widescreen monitor includes 5 millisecond response times, height adjustable stand, 4 USB 2.0 ports and premium panel guarantee. The Dell UltraSharp 2009W is currently available and retails for $289.

Unlike its more expensive models the inputs of this display are limited to VGA (Analog) and DVI-D (Digital) with HDCP.

A LCD monitor with dynamic contrast ratio! 2000:1 is pretty good. It’s just a guess but I’m thinking the CCFL-based backlight has either a local dimming or pulsing capability. The CCFLs are the Wide Color Gamut (WCG-CCFL) variety which is becoming more common. With any LCD monitor that sports more than the typical 72% NTSC I would recommend getting a color calibration tool, especially if you are in a profession that requires accurate colors. You never know what CIE coordinates these monitors have. Other than the features already mentioned, the $289 price seems to be good, but in light of this ‘UltraSharp’ not having RCA inputs to use as a video source for a DVD player, a PS2 and others, I would have liked to see this come out at $249 since it’s only semi-UltraSharp.

Dell UltraSharp 2009W Specifications :

• Size: 20″
• Pixel Format: 1680 x 1050
• Aspect Ratio: 16:10
• Color Gamut: 102% NTSC
• Contrast Ratio: 2000:1 (dynamic)
• Brightness: 300 cd/m2
• Response Time: 5ms
• Input: USB 2.0 (4), DVI with HDCP, VGA
• Price: $289