Gateway High Definition Monitor

The Gateway FPD2185W, is a 21-inch widescreen display which combines high-definition picture quality with excellent graphics performance. Designed with professional-grade engineering, this monitor is ideal for work, movies or gaming.

It delivers significantly more viewing space with a 1680 x 1050 widescreen aspect ratio compared to the current standard 1280 x 1024 display. The Gateway FPD2185W is a category leader with a best-in-class contrast ratio of 1000:1 and a wide viewing angle of 178/178 and fast 8ms refresh rates. It also offers advanced video processing technologies by Faroudja, algorithms that were previously only made available in high-end home theater systems. This technology removes jagged edges and makes even standard definition video input look clear and sharp (at least as good, or better, than any monitor can do working with this older video standard).

Like so many new products hitting the market, you cannot avoid the dreaded DRM (Digital Rights Management) which is built-in. DRM is a concept fostered on unwary consumers by the "content providers" which restrict your ability to copy digital content—even if you have bought and paid for it! No knock on Gateway for complying with the new standards, but I sure hate to see it appearing on so many new products. In Gateway’s words: "The HDCP video content encryption chip is required for viewing high-definition content if the PC is running Microsoft's new operating system, Windows Vista". (Reason enough not to "upgrade" to Vista, in my opinion). Despite Gateway's compliance (they really have no choice); you can use this great monitor today with all the current operating systems, just as you use your current monitor. DRM restriction features are a "future tech" problem for us and when they arrive, your current monitor won't work with protected content, but this Gateway will.

But on to more of the good stuff: The display offers benefits to multiple audiences due to its high performance and generous size. Everything form architectural drafting, to gaming, to digital photography is enhanced due to the monitor's fast refresh rates, contrast ratios and wide viewing angle. It is also ideal for anyone who requires the best-in-class display technology.

Let's save the best for last: The Gateway FPD2185W has a suggested street price of only $599. It wasn't long ago that a monitor like this one would easily set you back $5,000 and not offer half the performance.

If you want a real deal, contact Gateway at 1-800-GATEWAY, or on the web at: www.gateway.com. For a limited time, get free shipping on all Gateway LCD displays purchased from gateway.com. Of course you can also find it at leading electronics and technology retailers.

John Lentz