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Manufacturer codeVG2438SM
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Viewsonic VG2438SM is listed in the computer monitors category. The recorded specifications include display diagonal: 61 cm (24"); display resolution: 1920 x 1200 pixels; panel type: TFT. This entry covers manufacturer code VG2438SM. Specifications relate to this exact source record; other editions or packages may differ.
The 61 cm (24") 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.
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Publisher rating supplied by Icecat: 76%
A fairly solid oval shaped stand needs to be connected is the display when the unit is to be positioned on a desktop rather than going for the optional wall-mounted feature. The stand is connected, via a single screw, to an adjustable arm that is attached...
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Manufacturer code: VG2438SM · Icecat product 24482438 · Checked 24 Sep 2026. Specifications belong to this exact model.
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| Screen size | 61 cm (24") |
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| Screen resolution | 1920 x 1200 pixels |
| Panel type | TFT |
| Response time | 5 ms |
| Display brightness (typical) | 250 cd/m² |
| HDMI ports | 1 |
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| Built-in speakers | Yes |
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| Audio input | Yes |
| Display technology | LCD |
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| Touchscreen | No |
| Contrast ratio (typical) | 1000:1 |
| Viewing angle, horizontal | 178° |
| Viewing angle, vertical | 178° |
| Display number of colours | 16.78 million colours |
| Supported graphics resolutions | 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) |
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| Storage temperature (T-T) | 10 - 90 °C |
| Built-in camera | No |
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| USB hub version | 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) |
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| USB Type-A downstream ports quantity | 4 |
| VGA (D-Sub) ports quantity | 1 |
| DVI port | Yes |
| DVI-D ports quantity | 1 |
| Panel mounting interface | 100 x 100 mm |
| Power consumption (typical) | 30 W |
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| AC input voltage | 100 - 240 V |
| AC input frequency | 50 - 60 Hz |
| Supplied AC adapter type | LED |
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 0 - 40 °C |
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| Product colour | Black |
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| VESA mounting | Yes |
| Height adjustment | Yes |
| Adjustable height (max) | 10 cm |
| Width (with stand) | 556.8 mm |
| Depth (with stand) | 204.3 mm |
| Height (with stand) | 393.6 mm |
| Weight (with stand) | 5.74 kg |
| Width (without stand) | 556.8 mm |
| Depth (without stand) | 51.5 mm |
| Height (without stand) | 363 mm |
| Weight (without stand) | 4.16 kg |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:10 |
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| Backlight type | W-LED |
| Aspect ratio | 16:10 |
| Viewable size, horizontal | 51.8 cm |
| Viewable size, vertical | 32.4 cm |
| AC (power) in | Yes |
| Cable lock slot | No |
| Swivelling | Yes |
| Swivel angle range | 0 - 360° |
| Tilt adjustment | Yes |
| Tilt angle range | -5 - 37° |
| User Guide on CD-ROM | Yes |
| Quick start guide | Yes |
| Sustainability certificates | ENERGY STAR |
| Rotating | Yes |
| TV tuner integrated | No |
| Thin client installed | No |
| Package width | 604 mm |
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| Package depth | 158 mm |
| Package height | 420 mm |
| Package weight | 7.36 kg |
| Cables included | AC, DisplayPort, DVI, USB, VGA |
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