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ASUS unveils ProArt Series PA238Q monitor for graphics professionals

Reported by on Monday, July 4 2011 11:42 am

The 23-inch ASUS ProArt series PA238Q monitor claims to deliver superb graphics performance that are ideal for professional applications. With QuickFit Virtual Scale, it can display images and documents in their true size on the screen.  

ASUS unveils ProArt Series PA238Q monitor for graphics professionals

The ASUS PA238Q is designed to meet the needs of graphic designers and other professionals. The 23-inch IPS-paneled PA238Q is the latest addition to the ProArt Series of displays, LED-backlit model with native 1920x1080 resolution. It reproduces 100% of the sRGB color space, with every individual monitor precision calibrated at the factory to ensure unmatched color accuracy. The PA238Q ships with ASUS-exclusive QuickFit Virtual Scale software to display photos and documents in their true size on screen. In terms of ergonomics, a fully adjustable and sturdy stand complements a wide I/O range, which includes HDMI, Display Port, DVI-D, D-sub, and multiple USB ports.

Meticulous factory calibration

IPS technology allows for 178-degree viewing angles, prevent color loss and wash even from extreme vertical and horizontal viewing directions. The internal firmware of the PA238Q uses a 10-bit lookup table for RGB coloration, going beyond the standard 8-bit table used inconventional monitors. This results in smoother and more accurate color gradation and reproduction. The 50,000,000:1 contrast ratio generates true dark/light distinction and spectacular image quality.

Productivity-boosting features

ASUS bundles exclusive QuickFit Virtual Scale functionality with the PA238Q, powering true-sized displays of photos and documents on the screen. It also supports alignment, centimeter and inch-based grids for added flexibility. Users can activate QuickFit via a simple hotkey at any time. This goes along picture-in-picture and picture-by-picture viewing for easier multitasking. Additionally, thePA238Q’s stand integrates fully-adjustable height, tilt, swivel, andpivot, making for easier work and enjoyment. The four conveniently-located USB ports on the PA238Q (two on the side, two on the back) afford easy access to a wide range of storage devices and file formats, helping users display content instantly.

Extensive input/output options

As a fully-featured high-end monitor, the PA238Q offers a complete portand connector array. HDMI makes it effortless to insert the PA238Q into anymodern multimedia and content sharing setup, while the inclusion of Display Port, DVI-D, and D-sub maintains connectivity options with a wide range of devices so consumers can use the monitor as a single display formultiple sources.



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