Samsung SyncMaster 242MP

Samsung SyncMaster 242MP
alaScore 86

41 reviews

May, 2013

We have collected and analyzed 7 expert reviews and 34 user reviews from international sources. Experts rate this product 81/100 and users rate it 89/100. The average review date is Jul 30, 2006. We have compared these reviews to 231954 reviews from other Monitors. The alaScore™ for this product is 86/100 = Very good. Last update: May 18, 2013.

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(Based on 41 reviews)

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Samsung Syncmaster 242MP Monitor

 

Samsung's 24-inch SyncMaster 242mp's claim to fame is a built-in TV tuner. We first looked at this model in the New Products section in PC World's August 2005 issue; this is the first time we've been able to compare it side-by-side with other 23- and...

Excellent performance as a monitor Includes HDCP and a TV tuner

Changing to TV functions is clumsy

The 242mp is the only large wide-screen monitor we've recently tested that includes a TV tuner. Unfortunately, this feature reminded me of a sofa bed: Changing from one function to the other took time and effort, and it's not well-suited for both...

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Samsung SyncMaster 242mp

 

Native Resolution: 1920 x 1200 pixels x pixels, Screen Size: 24 inches, Aspect Ratio: 16:10, Type: Monitor, Type: T...

Great image quality. Superb viewing-angle performance. Built-in TV and FM tuners.

No USB ports. Stand does not swivel and lacks height adjustment.

The big (24-inch) Samsung SyncMaster 242mp multifunction monitor delivers impressive widescreen image quality and an assortment of connectivity options. It's a good choice whether you need a big monitor that doubles as a TV, or a small TV that doubles as

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Samsung SyncMaster 242MP 24" LCD Multi-functional Monitor

 
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Samsung SyncMaster 242MP

 

When it comes to monitors, Samsung has proven dominant in the market. In the past, they have released several multi-purpose monitors which were not up to snuff in the past, either due to low response times or poor integration of technology. Recently,...

It is a great display unit, but for me, it is not good enough to be a replacement for an LCD TV.

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Samsung Syncmaster 242MP 24in LCD Flat Panel Display Black

 

Has internal HD/TV tuner and detachable speakers with okay sound. The definition of this unit makes non-cable channels not look so good anymore. After much looking around this is reported to be the best unit for the price, size and functionality. ...

Super monitor resolution/TV picture detail. Picture in picture allows input from many sources; I can watch TV via resizable movable portion of screen as I do CAD, Internet & other work. Great remote

Screen flickers for 3 to 5 minutes before settling down after warming up. Not sure if that is suppose to happen; maybe my unit is cursed. Refresh "snow" in small sections up close ocassionally

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Samsung Syncmaster 242MP 24in LCD Flat Panel Display Black

 

Very usefull device for home because I can delete my TV, which stand near PC monitor. There is picture-in-picture mode, so you can work on PC and watch (or heard) TV.24 inches with 1920x1200 pixels resolution - great. As PC monitor - no problems. Every...

Good quality of picture from PC. Brilliant picture from DVD and HDTV. Picture in TV mode depends on analog signal quality. HDTV-ready.Bright, clear, good colours. Easy tuning of luninance (4 presets

Not so good sound, my 2.1 computer audiosystem much more impressive

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USB DONGLE falls off, so battery goes flat quickly

 

USB DONGLE falls off, so battery goes flat quickly

This mouse is a joy to use. It tracks well and responds quicly. Much better than the 'mouse touchpad' The usb dongle clips into the base to switch it off. This is fine if you are not travelling with it. On several occasions, I have had the mouse in the...

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Best Mouse Around

 

Best Mouse Around

I have used several notebook mice and nothing beats this one for simplicity of use, easy storage, and guaranteed operation on most any surface.

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Perfect for little hands and very good optical tracking

 

Perfect for little hands and very good optical tracking

I bought this product specifically for my 5 1/2 year old grandson as it is too tough for him to manipulate the full size mouse. When I got it, I did have a bit of trouble getting the software installed but most likely that was me. Once configured, I...

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Very Good Mouse... A Little Small Though

 

Very Good Mouse... A Little Small Though

This mouse works, I frequently travel from school to home and its nice to be able to throw my mouse in a pocket without coiling up its cord. Its a little small though and fills up half my hand, so its definitely different from the larger mice I'm used...

Product Specifications

One of the most versatile displays on the market, the SyncMaster 242mp is a large-screen LCD computer monitor, a full-featured TV with a built-in tuner, a video monitor that incorporates composite video, S-video, Component video for a DVD player, VCR, camcorder, security camera or any video device and is HDTV-ready. In addition, the SyncMaster 242mp features analog and digital inputs for your computers interface.

Audio Output

Type:Speaker(s)

Dimensions & Weight

Depth:7in
Height:16.8in
Weight:19.8lbs
Width:22in

Display (Projector)

Color Support:24-bit (16.7 million colors)
Color Support:24-bit (16.7 million colors)
Diagonal Size:24.1in/24in
Diagonal Size (metric):61.2cm/61cm
Dot Pitch / Pixel Pitch:0.27mm
Form Factor:Desktop
Image Brightness:500cd/m2
Image Contrast Ratio:1000:1
Image Max H-View Angle:178
Image Max V-View Angle:178
Interface:DVI / VGA (HD-15)
Max Resolution:1920 x 1200
Response Time:16ms
Technology:TFT active matrix
Type:LCD display

Environmental Standards

ENERGY STAR Qualified: Yes
EPA Energy Star Compliant: Yes

Header

Compatibility:Mac / PC
Manufacturer:Samsung
Model:242MP
Packaged Quantity:1
Product Line:Samsung SyncMaster

Input Device

Type: None

Miscellaneous

Color:Silver
Compliant Standards:DDC-1 / DDC-2B / EMC / EN 55020 / EN 60065 / EN 61000-3-2 / EN 61000-3-3 / EN55013 / EN55022 / EN55024 / FCC Part 15 B / IC / ICES-003 / NUTEK / PCT / Plug and Play / TCO '03 / TCO '95 / TCO '99 / VCCI / TCO 03 / TCO 95 / TCO 99/DDC-2B / EMC / EN 60065 / EN 61000-3-2 / EN 61000-3-3 / EN55013 / EN55022 / EN55024 / IC / ICES-003 / PCT / Plug and Play / TCO '03 / TCO '95 / TCO '99 / VCCI / TCO 03 / TCO 95 / TCO 99

System Requirements

OS Required:Linux / Microsoft Windows 2000 / XP / Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition / Microsoft Windows NT

Video Input

Digital Video Standard:Digital Visual Interface (DVI)
TV Tuner Presence: Yes
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