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Manufacturer codePA242W-BK
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About the NEC PA242W-BK
NEC PA242W-BK is listed in the computer monitors category. The recorded specifications include display diagonal: 61.2 cm (24.1"); display resolution: 1920 x 1200 pixels; panel type: IPS. This entry covers manufacturer code PA242W-BK. Specifications relate to this exact source record; other editions or packages may differ.
The 61.2 cm (24.1") display is specified at 1920 x 1200 pixels. Consider these together: a larger screen provides more physical space, while resolution determines the number of pixels available. Neither specification establishes brightness, colour accuracy or motion quality.
- Screen size
- 61.2 cm (24.1")
- Screen resolution
- 1920 x 1200 pixels
- Panel type
- IPS
- Response time
- 8 ms
- Display brightness (typical)
- 340 cd/m²
- HDMI ports
- 1
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NEC PA242W-BK specifications
Manufacturer code: PA242W-BK · Icecat product 19176989 · Checked 24 Sep 2026. Specifications belong to this exact model.
Key specifications
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| Screen size | 61.2 cm (24.1") |
|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 1920 x 1200 pixels |
| Panel type | IPS |
| Response time | 8 ms |
| Display brightness (typical) | 340 cd/m² |
| HDMI ports | 1 |
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Audio & listening1 detail
| Built-in speakers | No |
|---|
Display6 details
| Display technology | LED |
|---|---|
| Touchscreen | No |
| Contrast ratio (typical) | 1000:1 |
| Viewing angle, horizontal | 178° |
| Viewing angle, vertical | 178° |
| Display number of colours | 1.073 billion colours |
Processor, memory & storage3 details
| Supported graphics resolutions | 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) |
|---|---|
| Storage temperature (T-T) | -10 - 60 °C |
| Storage relative humidity (H-H) | 10 - 85% |
Camera, image & video1 detail
| Built-in camera | No |
|---|
Connections & wireless9 details
| USB hub version | 2.0 |
|---|---|
| USB Type-A downstream ports quantity | 5 |
| VGA (D-Sub) ports quantity | 1 |
| DVI port | Yes |
| DVI-D ports quantity | 1 |
| Wi-Fi | No |
| Bluetooth | No |
| Ethernet LAN | No |
| Panel mounting interface | 100 x 100 mm |
Power & battery2 details
| Power consumption (typical) | 56 W |
|---|---|
| Supplied AC adapter type | LED |
Controls & features1 detail
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 5 - 35 °C |
|---|
Design & dimensions7 details
| Product colour | Black |
|---|---|
| VESA mounting | Yes |
| Weight (with stand) | 10.6 kg |
| Width (without stand) | 556.3 mm |
| Depth (without stand) | 83.8 mm |
| Height (without stand) | 363.2 mm |
| Weight (without stand) | 7.4 kg |
Further product details9 details
| Native aspect ratio | 16:10 |
|---|---|
| Aspect ratio | 16:10 |
| 3D | No |
| HDCP | Yes |
| AC (power) in | Yes |
| Cable lock slot | No |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 20 - 80% |
| TV tuner integrated | No |
| Thin client installed | No |
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What is the listed display diagonal for NEC PA242W-BK?
The source specification records display diagonal as 61.2 cm (24.1"). This is a specification, not an independent performance measurement. Check the exact model and the original critic reviews for real-world results.
What is the listed display resolution for NEC PA242W-BK?
The source specification records display resolution as 1920 x 1200 pixels. This is a specification, not an independent performance measurement. Check the exact model and the original critic reviews for real-world results.
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