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Marshall M-LYNX-17 Lynx 17" CCTV Monitor

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Experience Superior Visual Clarity with a Versatile MonitorThe Marshall Electronics M-LYNX-17 universal monitor is designed for audio/visual, security, and industrial applications. Featuring a 1280 X 1024 resolution and advanced video technologies, this 17" LCD monitor delivers clear, vibrant ima...

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Overview

Experience Superior Visual Clarity with a Versatile Monitor

The Marshall Electronics M-LYNX-17 universal monitor is designed for audio/visual, security, and industrial applications. Featuring a 1280 X 1024 resolution and advanced video technologies, this 17" LCD monitor delivers clear, vibrant images in a thin, lightweight package.

  • Resolution: 1280 X 1024
  • Screen Size: 17"
  • Features: 3D Dynamic Digital Compensation, 3D Comb Filter, Bandwidth Auto Compensation, Auto-Clock Frequency Phase Correction, Built-in Speakers

Key Features

17" 5:4 LCD Monitor

Brightness: 300cd/m2

Contrast: 1000:1

Inputs: Composite, S-Video, Component, VGA, DVI

3D Comb Filter

17-inch 4:3 LCD Monitor

Brightness: 300cd/m2

Contrast: 1000:1

Composite Video Input: 2-ch BNC input, 2-ch output, S-Video: 1-ch input (Y/C), 1-ch looping output

3D Comb Filter

Specifications

Display Size
17 inches
Aspect Ratio
5:4 / 4:3
Brightness
300 cd/m2
Contrast Ratio
1000:1
Video Inputs
Composite (2-ch BNC), S-Video (1-ch), Component, VGA, DVI
Video Outputs
Composite (2-ch BNC loop), S-Video (1-ch loop)
Special Features
3D Comb Filter

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Offers multiple input options including Composite, S-Video, Component, VGA, and DVI for broad compatibility.
  • Features a 3D Comb Filter for enhanced picture clarity and reduced visual artifacts from analog sources.
  • Provides a 1000:1 contrast ratio, ensuring distinct differences between light and dark areas on screen.
  • The 300 cd/m2 brightness level helps maintain visibility in various indoor lighting conditions.
  • Includes looping outputs for Composite and S-Video, useful for distributing signals to multiple displays.

👎 Cons

  • The 5:4 aspect ratio may not be ideal for viewing content designed for widescreen formats, leading to pillarboxing or stretching.
  • Its 17-inch screen size might be considered small for applications requiring a larger viewing area.
  • The monitor is specifically designed for CCTV, which might limit its utility for general computing or entertainment purposes.
  • Lacks modern input options like HDMI or DisplayPort, potentially requiring adapters for newer equipment.
  • Does not specify if the monitor supports high-definition resolutions typically found in contemporary displays.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Marshall M-LYNX-17 monitor supports Composite (2-channel BNC input), S-Video (1-channel input), Component, VGA, and DVI inputs, offering flexibility for various surveillance systems.
The monitor features a 17-inch 5:4 LCD, which is also described as 4:3. While it’s designed for this specific aspect ratio, some sources might be displayed with black bars or stretched to fit.
Yes, with 2-channel BNC composite video inputs, it can receive signals from at least two composite video sources, and it also includes looping outputs for distribution.
The 3D Comb Filter helps to separate color and luminance signals more effectively, reducing artifacts like dot crawl and color bleeding, resulting in a clearer and sharper image, especially from analog video sources.
The monitor offers a brightness of 300 cd/m2, which provides adequate visibility for typical indoor CCTV monitoring environments.

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