Acer 24" LCDs $249.95 at Staples

[Deals Deals Deals]

恭喜發財 Happy New Years! Starting January 28 - February 3, 2009, Staples will have the Acer X243WBD and Acer P244W 24" LCD Monitors on sale for $249.95.

Acer X243WBD (716698)
-24" Widescreen
-5ms
-Contrast Ratio 300:1 ACM
-Brightness: 400cd/m2
-Viewing Angle 160 Degrees
-Resolution: 1900X1200
-VGA, DVI
-3 year limited warranty

Acer P244W Bii (774888)
-24" Widescreen
-2ms
-Contrast Ratio: 2000:1
-Brightness: 300cd/m2
-Viewing Angle 170 Degrees/160 Degrees
-Resolution: 1920X1080 at 60Hz
-VGA, 2 HDMI

[riskit]

both oss here in mtl

[cpoole]

Acer X243WBD

http://www.staples.ca/ENG/Catalog/cat_sku.asp?webid=716698&AffixedCode=WW

http://www.staples.ca/ENG/images/products/CA716698_1_std.jpg



Acer P244W Bii

http://www.staples.ca/ENG/Catalog/cat_sku.asp?webid=774888&AffixedCode=WW

http://www.staples.ca/ENG/images/products/ca774888_1_std.jpg

[Analyst]

both oss here in mtl

Starting January 28 - February 3, 2009, Staples will have the Acer X243WBD and Acer P244W 24" LCD Monitors on sale for $249.95.


Ah dude read the title again, maybe the monitors won't be instock till the actual sale ?

[RTM]

Thanks OP!

So, me thinks the latter with dual HDMI & 1920x1080 is the one to get...

(for general purpose computing & now and then video watching...)

Rob

[ZIgot]

Thx Op.
I hope I still have some $$ by that time.

[rambokid]

Noooooooo .... I have no more $ and space for monitor after S2309 and 2408WFP from the last Dell DODs :o

[djspazz]

Don't forget to use coupons sent to your email... AND you can use them in-store too now!

[nikonwhore]

Don't forget to use coupons sent to your email... AND you can use them in-store too now!

omg please stop with the rfd effect. i have no need......but its sooo cheap.....

the 400cd monitor for 249? i believe im about to lose some money pretty fast.

[empty265]

Pretty sweet deals there for a budget TN LCD.

Now which do I want more, faster response or better contrast/brightness? :?:

[bLuPhYrE]

id take the p244w

[evanx]

id take the p244w

Me too, I have the P223 and it was pretty good.

[DaShaggy]

Are there any staples coupons which can be used on top of these prices?

[Tuppin]

Acer X243WBD

http://www.staples.ca/ENG/Catalog/cat_sku.asp?webid=716698&AffixedCode=WW

http://www.staples.ca/ENG/images/products/CA716698_1_std.jpg



Acer P244W Bii

http://www.staples.ca/ENG/Catalog/cat_sku.asp?webid=774888&AffixedCode=WW

http://www.staples.ca/ENG/images/products/ca774888_1_std.jpg

Following those links gives me a price of $399.95 and $349.95. Sure it starts today? Instore only?

[LonesomeDove]

Following those links gives me a price of $399.95 and $349.95. Sure it starts today? Instore only?

Is today Jan. 28? Read it again.

[Emancipated]

Sale starts on January 28th!

[Tuppin]

Whoops....thanks for using the big font on the date....guess I needed that.

[ClubberLang]

TN Panel?

[vpower]

TN Panel?

yes.

Does the P244W have a glossy finish screen? those we often see on laptops?

[Kaitlyn]

Does anyone have the X243WBD? How's the quality?

[Snicla]

P244W Review (http://www.maximumpc.com/article/reviews/acer_p244w)

[hopsoid]

Resistance is useless
omg please stop with the rfd effect. i have no need......but its sooo cheap.....

the 400cd monitor for 249? i believe im about to lose some money pretty fast.

[riskit]

Ah dude read the title again, maybe the monitors won't be instock till the actual sale ?


Ah dude! I did read the title but this is staples we are talking about.

[ultracrt]

P244W Review (http://www.maximumpc.com/article/reviews/acer_p244w)

Doesn't look too promising. I'll pass. Thanks for saving my wallet this time.

[rivet]

How is the qualityof Acer X243WBD?

Oh, I don't need another monitor! I don't need another monitor!

[FlintBlade]

Anybody have some coupons they can post ? :D

[jaszy]

st00ples site slow or just me?:lol:

[FlintBlade]

st00ples site slow or just me?:lol:

Just you :P

I'm tooootally getting the 224w tomorrow. I dislike the fact that it's Acer. But for $249 with 2 HDMI inputs and 24 inches of screen size.

Although the resolution is small. Too bad it wasn't 1920x1200 or bigger.

[Persuade]

Think these monitors are good for gaming (like 360 VGA or HDMI style)?

I am not well versed in monitors, but is it bad that the contrast ratios are so low?

[ahcash]

what coupon?

[jh1]

Is contrast ratio really that meaningful?

Basically, it's the range between brightest to darkest. So if we have two monitors, both with crappy grey blacks at the darkest level and one monitor has a super bright backlight while the other monitor only has an average bright backlight, the first monitor will have a higher contrast ratio, but still the same crappy picture...

the higher contrast ratio one worse maybe because you have to crank up the LCD to block out more backlight so that it is comfortable to view.

[jaszy]

what coupon?

Staples sends out coupons to those who sign up to their emailing list/newsletter. Usually 20 off 150. So sign up ;)

Also, there are a bunch of people here who don't need their coupons. Check this thread. (http://www.redflagdeals.com/forums/showthread.php?t=389024)

[FlintBlade]

Think these monitors are good for gaming (like 360 VGA or HDMI style)?

I am not well versed in monitors, but is it bad that the contrast ratios are so low?

I wish this monitor had 1x VGA 1x DVI and 1x HDMI. I really don't need 2x HDMI and would prefer to have a DVI.

But you would hook your monitor up to your pc via the VGA and the 360 to one of the hdmi slots. Could even hook up say an HD receiver if u wanted to.

[jh1]

I wish this monitor had 1x VGA 1x DVI and 1x HDMI. I really don't need 2x HDMI and would prefer to have a DVI.

Isn't DVI = HDMI for the video signals? Just get an HDMI-DVI converter or cable.

[FlintBlade]

Isn't DVI = HDMI for the video signals? Just get an HDMI-DVI converter or cable.

I know, I'm just cheap :P

[ahcash]

Staples sends out coupons to those who sign up to their emailing list/newsletter. Usually 20 off 150. So sign up ;)

Also, there are a bunch of people here who don't need their coupons. Check this thread. (http://www.redflagdeals.com/forums/showthread.php?t=389024)


Thanks for that. I thought I've sign up.. must have been in my junk mail folder. :P

[SteveGT]

Contrast Ratio is the new "sales pitch" term when it comes to TV’s. Higher is better and all ratings are accurate, right? Google it.

Thanks op, gonna grab one.

[FlintBlade]

Woot woot. I went to staples and they let me buy the p224w today.

I think I might return it and get the other one though. It has a higher contrast ratio which I like.

Anyways, I wasn't able to use that $20 off $150 coupon, but I had it hand written. I guess you need to have the coupon from your email printed out in order to use it?

[tallshorty111]

The sale is on!

Damn it. I have a 22" Dell already....

[popo]

its still jan 27 and i can't redeem my coupon... this sucks

[Goomph]

Checked in Durham and it is available for the sale price ! grab them peoples ! I sadly can't afford one .....

I have a 22" acer and 17" Dell anyways ..... Gotta pay the credit card first ....

[spiralspirit]

man I wish I had money :*(

[ditto]

how does the P244W compare with Dell S2309W? I got dell few days back but it is still sitting in the box. If not taking the price into consideration, how does the quality talk? If it is better than S2309W from Dell, I may buy the Acer and give the Dell to a family member. Thanks.

[galaxyworld]

Can some one please share the coupon... need to buy one...

Help please.

[kamzaf]

OOS
Acer X243WBD (716698)
-24" Widescreen
-5ms
-Contrast Ratio 300:1 ACM
-Brightness: 400cd/m2
-Viewing Angle 160 Degrees
-Resolution: 1900X1200
-VGA, DVI
-3 year limited warranty

[FlintBlade]

how does the P244W compare with Dell S2309W? I got dell few days back but it is still sitting in the box. If not taking the price into consideration, how does the quality talk? If it is better than S2309W from Dell, I may buy the Acer and give the Dell to a family member. Thanks.

I also have the Dell 2309 and I just bought the p244w today from staples. The P244w is amazing, I love it. It has identical PQ if not slightly better than the dell and it's got 2 hdmi inputs and its 24 inches baby!

I'd say get the p244w.

Although, the other acer that's on sale has a larger resolution. 1920x1200, but doesn't have any HDMI inputs... but i guess it depends on whether or not you actually need the HDMI inputs.

I'm thinking of exchanging my p224 for the other one as I don't think ill ever use the HDMI inputs to be honest.

[akravator]

Mighty strong RFD effect on their website.

I'm expecting more than a fair share of order refusals :|

Here's hoping mine and everyone elses orders go through.

[FlintBlade]

Mighty strong RFD effect on their website.

I'm expecting more than a fair share of order refusals :|

Here's hoping mine and everyone elses orders go through.

Here's to hoping that when I go to the store tomorrow that I can exchange my P224 for 243wbd :P

[Musiq Soulchild]

Damn good deal for the 2nd monitor listed. I would have bought it if it wasn't for my Samsung T220HD which i bought a month ago! :mad:

[starNRG]

The Acer X243WBD is much better then the p244w

the Acer X243WBD has tilt height adust the 244w does not the Acer X243WBD has better blacks and color it has a higher res the only thing that it is not better is the response time but you wont notice anything from 5ms to 2ms

[Mgz]

how does the P244W compare with Dell S2309W? I got dell few days back but it is still sitting in the box. If not taking the price into consideration, how does the quality talk? If it is better than S2309W from Dell, I may buy the Acer and give the Dell to a family member. Thanks.

1st) the spec from Staples is rubbish, for example the Dell 5ms respond time is TYPICAL, while the 2ms from the Acer is GTG, also the contrast on the Acer is only 1000:1 (not 2000:1)

2nd)
P224W pro

1" wider
2 HDMI

Dell S2309W Pro (P224W con)
Samsung panel (LTM230HT01) vs lol AU Optronics lol (M240HW01 V0)
$80 or 1/3 more expensive
smaller pitch - 0.266mm vs 0.276mm

[rivet]

An off topic question, how can I change the post code linked to staples site, it's currently OOS for me.

[LonesomeDove]

An off topic question, how can I change the post code linked to staples site, it's currently OOS for me.

I don't know if it will work for you but these links shows stock available in Vancouver:

http://www.staples.ca/ENG/Catalog/cat_sku.asp?webid=774888&AffixedCode=WW

http://www.staples.ca/ENG/Catalog/cat_sku.asp?webid=716698&AffixedCode=WW

[Bazooka Joe]

Ordered the P244W Bii for $259.85 taxes in after coupon. Figured the HDMI was more important to me than slightly better brightness, but it was a tough call.

Thanks for the deal OP.

[popo]

anyone know how much of a difference the resolution makes?
could i buy the p244 online use coupon and if they have the x246 instore could i so a straight exchange ( oos for me online)?

[evanx]

An off topic question, how can I change the post code linked to staples site, it's currently OOS for me.

clear your cache/cookies.

[98vtec]

Typical Staples !!!

[popo]

did anyone find a x246 instock i checked missisauga scarborough markham downtown postal codes and coudn't find one...

[FlintBlade]

did anyone find a x246 instock i checked missisauga scarborough markham downtown postal codes and coudn't find one...

you mean, the x243? there is no x246, at least not one thats on sale.

To answer your previous question. You can buy the monitor with a coupon code. So the final price will only be $229 + tax which is crazy.

The resolution doesn't make to big of a difference. But also remember that the x243 is a bigger monitor.

X243WBD

Height: 17"
Width: 22.5"
1900x1200
Vga
Dvi


P224W

Height: 16.4"
Width: 22.4"
1920x1080
Vga
2 HDMI inputs

[realize]

Woot woot. I went to staples and they let me buy the p224w today.

I think I might return it and get the other one though. It has a higher contrast ratio which I like.

Anyways, I wasn't able to use that $20 off $150 coupon, but I had it hand written. I guess you need to have the coupon from your email printed out in order to use it?

the email coupons $20 off $150 states specifically online and phone order only so it shouldnt work for in store

[FlintBlade]

the email coupons $20 off $150 states specifically online and phone order only so it shouldnt work for in store

It's cool. I ordered one online with a coupon and got it for $229. So I'll just return the one I got for $249 tomorrow.

[Snicla]

Oos

[FlintBlade]

Oos

Looks like it's only available in store now eheh.

[easternswordman]

Is contrast ratio really that meaningful?

Basically, it's the range between brightest to darkest. So if we have two monitors, both with crappy grey blacks at the darkest level and one monitor has a super bright backlight while the other monitor only has an average bright backlight, the first monitor will have a higher contrast ratio, but still the same crappy picture...

the higher contrast ratio one worse maybe because you have to crank up the LCD to block out more backlight so that it is comfortable to view.

You're talking able dynamic contrast ratio, which indeed is a laughable piece of specs that companies use for marketing. However, static contrast ratio is one very important factor to determine the quality of the monitor, no matter for normal consumers or professionals. It's the ratio measured without changing the brightness of backlight. 1000:1 is already a good static contrast ratio, which almost no TN panel can reach.

Nobody turns on the dynamic contrast ratio option on their monitor, for it will make the graphics look dim and lifeless.

[bubbah16]

It's cool. I ordered one online with a coupon and got it for $229. So I'll just return the one I got for $249 tomorrow.

Where did you find the staples coupon?
Can someone send me the coupon code please?
Thank you!

Is it free shipping or is extra.
I'am in QC area

[FlintBlade]

Where did you find the staples coupon?
Can someone send me the coupon code please?
Thank you!

Is it free shipping or is extra.
I'am in QC area

There's a staples coupon thread with a bunch of coupons there.

It's free delivery. So you only pay $249 - $229 + tax.

But it's OOS online so it can't be done anymore.

[bubbah16]

There's a staples coupon thread with a bunch of coupons there.

It's free delivery. So you only pay $249 - $229 + tax.

But it's OOS online so it can't be done anymore.

I gotta Fever and only prescription is More CowBell :lol:

Thks!

[spyhero]

There's a staples coupon thread with a bunch of coupons there.

It's free delivery. So you only pay $249 - $229 + tax.

But it's OOS online so it can't be done anymore.

It can still be done in store if you got a legitimate coupon sent to you. I used to print out the coupon that Staples sent me and take it to store. They have all accepted the print out that I brought in.

[cache]

It can still be done in store if you got a legitimate coupon sent to you. I used to print out the coupon that Staples sent me and take it to store. They have all accepted the print out that I brought in.

really? even when it says "phone or online orders only" on the coupon?

[FlintBlade]

really? even when it says "phone or online orders only" on the coupon?

no, it has to be an instore use coupon. But you need to receive the email and print it out and then it will work.

[evanx]

This is a great deal for a TN panel of this size. Wished I could splurge on it.

[lubmar]

427 & rexdale has the Acer X243WBD

[Onslaughtx]

Hey guys,

I'm gonna purchase this at BB and price match. (p244w bii) which by the way is awesome. I went to my buddies house yesterday to look at it... It's absolutely good enough, actually awesome for video games. 2ms is really wicked. On top of that... it's actually 20,000:1 Contrast Ratio...not 2000:1... Blu-ray movies off the ps3 look ridiciously good. Highly recommend this product.

Just curious can I use my buddies receipt from Staples to price match it at BB?
it's 379.99 at Bestbuy so the price difference is huge and I'll end up saving even more because they take off another 10% off the difference hehe.

Hope to hear from you guys soon


Cheers

[bulls]

Price is showing up at 261.95 for me in vancouver???
But I used the coupon and got 20 dollars off. Is this happening
To anyone else?

[lunaris]

Hey guys,

I'm gonna purchase this at BB and price match. (p244w bii) which by the way is awesome. I went to my buddies house yesterday to look at it... It's absolutely good enough, actually awesome for video games. 2ms is really wicked. On top of that... it's actually 20,000:1 Contrast Ratio...not 2000:1... Blu-ray movies off the ps3 look ridiciously good. Highly recommend this product.

Just curious can I use my buddies receipt from Staples to price match it at BB?
it's 379.99 at Bestbuy so the price difference is huge and I'll end up saving even more because they take off another 10% off the difference hehe.

Hope to hear from you guys soon


Cheers


if no local staples has stock, chances are BB wont price match

[Onslaughtx]

yup 261.95 from that link.
A friend of mine bought it yesterday after telling him about this thread.
He got it for 249.95 from the Staples in Delta on 120th Street.
They have 3-4 left in stock, but he also told me that they didn't even have this on display haha.

I really wanna know if bestbuy PMs off receipts because I borrowed his want to use it for this purpose :P

[Onslaughtx]

if no local staples has stock, chances are BB wont price match

Yeah I understand that it needs to be in stock, but my question is will they PM off of a receipt from Staples purchased yesterday!?

EDIT:
Ok disregard my question.
I called myself and asked an employee, turns out you can use a receipt to pricematch! I'm on my way to purchase

[takashi11]

picked up my x243w at mississauga staples on dundas :cheesygri

[vipon]

Still 5 of em at a store near me

Is this really that good a deal, waht do they usually retail for?

[Damed]

Still 5 of em at a store near me

Is this really that good a deal, waht do they usually retail for?

Normal price is about $100 more.

For example:

http://www.directcanada.com/products/?sku=10140MN2726&vpn=ET.FP4WP.002&manufacture=ACER

[bhp]

only 3 left in GVRD

[ms1031]

Can anyone tell me which store has stock in GTA? Thanks!

[vipon]

At 12:30 tehre were 5 at the North York location
5140 yonge street area in the loblaws building...


he said u can ue coupon too if you have phsyical copy...

[Onslaughtx]

Ok just got back from BB.
PMed 249.95 + 10% = 236.95 before tax.
TOTAL 278.83

Regular price at BB is 379.99 so 135$ difference!

Anyway Best Buy has 5 more in Richmond BC.

I have a p244w Bii on hold at Staples for 249.95 under the name Romlet.
604-501 7820 <--Staples on 120th Delta, BC.

Use this if any of you in BC decide to grab the p244w. All she did was call Staples with the number I gave her and confirmed with an employee there that it was that price and in stock!. Quite the deal!



Cheers

[ash88]

Just got the P244W today from Staples w/ -$20 coupon. So good deal. First one had 1 dead pixel... exchanged at same store and the sales associate even tested the new one I picked up after I asked him to so I didn't make another exchange. So pretty happy. I'm running with a crappy IBM laptop and vga cable and still looks good. Can't wait to build a new desktop gaming system and jump back onto WoW lol.

[popo]

i found a 23inch dell from dod and have 3 $20 coupons ( 1 from email ) if store accepts but wants physical copy i can forward email to you just give me pm=D

[ms1031]

Thanks. Picked one up after work at the Markham location. I called first to confirm if they had stock, and they said they had 5, and I bought one of them. This is for 243. Accepted the $20 off coupon as well. Did not ask about stock for the 244.

[wheeldeals]

Price is showing up at 261.95 for me in vancouver???
But I used the coupon and got 20 dollars off. Is this happening
To anyone else?

Staples usually adds the $12 recycle fee on the list price. I just bought one online delivers to Vancouver. Good luck hunting.

Oh. The $20 online coupon helped out my decision too.

[FlintBlade]

How many ppl got the P224 and how many got the x243?

I'm debating if I should return my p224 and get the x243

[krs]

Can someone enlighten me....

How is this a better deal than the Dell 23-inch one for $169.99 a short while ago?

[GVRtrader]

Can someone enlighten me....

How is this a better deal than the Dell 23-inch one for $169.99 a short while ago?

Its not but not everyone got that deal. It was a one day deal so if you didn't check that day, you have no alternatives.:razz:

[Mgz]

Can someone enlighten me....

How is this a better deal than the Dell 23-inch one for $169.99 a short while ago?

with P224W you have 1" wider and 2 HDMI

with Dell S2309W you have:

Samsung panel (LTM230HT01) vs lol AU Optronics lol (M240HW01 V0), generally Samsung > *

$80 cheaper
smaller pitch - 0.266mm vs 0.276mm

so imho the Dell is still better

[cache]

Can someone enlighten me....

How is this a better deal than the Dell 23-inch one for $169.99 a short while ago?

it isn't. but DoD is over now...

[xinix]

so i bought the x243w.. debating on keeping it or return it and keep using my dell s2309w... this is tuff. i don't need both monitors..... rfd has been hurting me the last 2 wks.

[rivet]

How does they compare (X243 to S2309), did you opened X243?
so i bought the x243w.. debating on keeping it or return it and keep using my dell s2309w... this is tuff. i don't need both monitors..... rfd has been hurting me the last 2 wks.

[RavenSpawn]

Thanks OP, picked up a P244W tonight but didn't realize it didn't have DVI. Didn't notice in the description until I got home and unpacked it. Also the X243 on display looked like crap which is why I picked up the P224. Has anyone been able to properly compare the 2?

[FlintBlade]

Thanks OP, picked up a P244W tonight but didn't realize it didn't have DVI. Didn't notice in the description until I got home and unpacked it. Also the X243 on display looked like crap which is why I picked up the P224. Has anyone been able to properly compare the 2?

You don't really need a DVI input. You can get a DVI to HDMI adaptor.

I would also like to know the difference between the two monitors. I was actually debating if I should get the x243 over the P224. Mainly because the x243 has the higher resolution.

[RavenSpawn]

You don't really need a DVI input. You can get a DVI to HDMI adaptor.

I would also like to know the difference between the two monitors. I was actually debating if I should get the x243 over the P224. Mainly because the x243 has the higher resolution.

Yes I know I can get a DVI to HDMI adapter, it just would've been nice to have 1 VGA, 1 DVI and 1 HDMI. I hooked it up and looks good, doesn't appear to have any dead pixels. Its just going to be a general purpose monitor for the wife for web browsing, homework etc. No gaming so she should be ok with it. I think I'll end up just getting the adapter and keep the P224W.

[FlintBlade]

Yes I know I can get a DVI to HDMI adapter, it just would've been nice to have 1 VGA, 1 DVI and 1 HDMI. I hooked it up and looks good, doesn't appear to have any dead pixels. Its just going to be a general purpose monitor for the wife for web browsing, homework etc. No gaming so she should be ok with it. I think I'll end up just getting the adapter and keep the P224W.

For general use I think the x243 might be better. It's 1920x1200 and 0.6" taller in height. The p224 is mostly for gaming/movie viewing.

[xinix]

How does they compare (X243 to S2309), did you opened X243?

my comparison but others may disagree:
- pic quality on acer seems better
- acer gives off more heat. i think it has higher power consumption
- extra 150 pixel on the vertical is real nice (this is why i bought it)
- when booting up with black screen u can notice bleeding on the edges. i guess only when screen is completely black will you notice this.
- the stand it came with is just as bad as the dell. but i plan on replacing it with a better stand anyway

[FroogleDude]

These things sold out within minutes eh? http://**************/img/1856/y08m1110mhmd/2.gif As per usual with Staples.

[xinix]

oh one more thing, playing an avi movie in full screen with media player had extreme video lag. playing same movie full screen with real player had no problems. i dont think i had this problem with the dell. maybe someone knows the cause and would care to elaborate.

[Formula1]

How's the upscaling on the P244W? And does it preserve aspect ratio for 4:3 signal.

[anton204]

I'm very tempted to upgrade my monitor. So the p244w is good for gaming? Anyone connect their 360 or PS3 to it? How is it?

[FlintBlade]

I'm very tempted to upgrade my monitor. So the p244w is good for gaming? Anyone connect their 360 or PS3 to it? How is it?

There are 2 ways. You can buy an HD/AV cable that costs $59.99 and has an HDMI hookup. Or you can buy a VGA / AV cable for $39.99 and that hooks up to the vga port on the monitor.

But then you will need a dvi to hdmi adaptor so you can use your computer and the 360.

I have my 360 hooked up to it and it looks really nice.

[anton204]

There are 2 ways. You can buy an HD/AV cable that costs $59.99 and has an HDMI hookup. Or you can buy a VGA / AV cable for $39.99 and that hooks up to the vga port on the monitor.

But then you will need a dvi to hdmi adaptor so you can use your computer and the 360.

I have my 360 hooked up to it and it looks really nice.

I have the 360 through my DVI on my monitor currently, just the p244w has two hdmi ports I can use. I currently use a 22" HP w2207 with the 360 and comp but want to upgrade, I may wait till next year though. It looks good with this monitor already I just want a bigger screen. (I know I can invest in a HDTV, but a bigger monitor for my PC too would be nice.)

[BrianCheung]

Just PMed at staples. The colours are really faded compared to the screen on my HDX Dragon, but the brightness is really good.

[FlintBlade]

I have the 360 through my DVI on my monitor currently, just the p244w has two hdmi ports I can use. I currently use a 22" HP w2207 with the 360 and comp but want to upgrade, I may wait till next year though. It looks good with this monitor already I just want a bigger screen. (I know I can invest in a HDTV, but a bigger monitor for my PC too would be nice.)

Ya the lack of a DVI input is rather lame. But if you buy a dvi to hdmi adaptor its all good.

[MtX]

Where did you guys buy the HDMI - DVI adapter?

[Onslaughtx]

This monitor(p244w) is good enough for me. Games/blu-ray movies look as good as they do on my A550P panel.
There is a little bleeding on this but it's not something that bugs me.
The 2ms response time makes all the games blur/ghosting free :)
I recommend it!

Gotta a question about the ACM on this.. mine is currently off. Anybody know anything about it?

[FlintBlade]

Where did you guys buy the HDMI - DVI adapter?

Here's an HDMI to DVI cable
http://www.directcanada.com/products/?sku=1440142492C&vpn=HDMIDVIMM6&manufacture=STARTECH.COM

This is the adaptor
http://www.ca.buy.com/prod/belkin-pureav-silver-series-hdmi-interface-to-dvi-video-adapter-hdmi/q/loc/101/202791902.html

Futureshop has some, but the cheapest price is like $34.

[RavenSpawn]

Here's an HDMI to DVI cable
http://www.directcanada.com/products/?sku=1440142492C&vpn=HDMIDVIMM6&manufacture=STARTECH.COM

This is the adaptor
http://www.ca.buy.com/prod/belkin-pureav-silver-series-hdmi-interface-to-dvi-video-adapter-hdmi/q/loc/101/202791902.html

Futureshop has some, but the cheapest price is like $34.

If you just need the adapter, CC has one of $10.99
http://www.canadacomputers.com/index.php?do=ShowProduct&cmd=pd&pid=017544&cid=CA.383.760
or
http://www.canadacomputers.com/index.php?do=ShowProduct&cmd=pd&pid=017555&cid=CA.383.760

[grimzkunk]

I had to read a lot of review about those two Acer monitors.

p244w seems to aim gaming and movies, but almost all review destroy it's raw image quality and color precision. 1080p resolution is also something i admire from this monitor.

X243 has a lot of complain about it's stand. Medium image quality. Great brightness.

My decision were made once there, at Staples. The p244w didnt have DVI and my video card doesnt have HDMI. Since i was there for a deal, buying a 20$ adapter wasnt logical for me. Well... the true reason is I've been dreaming for a 24" monitor all day long, and like a kid, i wanted it Right Now!
Result : X243 for 282$ including taxes.

So, tested it all evening. My first thought. It's big. Had a 22" Acer before. But still. Damn it's big. After taking some times to caliber video and desktop color with nvidia drivers, h.284/1080p movie trailers look great. Left4dead in native resolution is great. Surfing web is kinda different. First time i own a monitor with such brightness quality, so white appears white for the first time.

Overall, that's what i expected from a cheap Acer monitor. It's great, but not perfect. Only one big negative point : the big little blue power led. Annoying :cheesygri

[rivet]

Even worse, they are OOS before the sale begins

These things sold out within minutes eh? http://**************/img/1856/y08m1110mhmd/2.gif As per usual with Staples.

[djstiles]

Just got a P244W from Staples Yonge and King. They had 2 left. Both boxed and sealed units.

There was a clearance Viewsonic monitor (model # 2012) on the front table for 147. Not bad for a 20". Didn't get any specs or anything as I was in a rush

[Onslaughtx]

Just got a P244W from Staples Yonge and King. They had 2 left. Both boxed and sealed units.

There was a clearance Viewsonic monitor (model # 2012) on the front table for 147. Not bad for a 20". Didn't get any specs or anything as I was in a rush

let us know what you think about the monitor

[empty265]

Just picked up a X243w at Victoria Park X Ellesmere... and the 1 year plan because I'm too lazy to ship back to Acer if things happen... (Blame it on my previous Acer experiences)

So far:

The Good:
- This monitor is BRIGHT... makes me wonder if the backlight of my previous monitor was broken (Samsung 912N)

- ZERO dead pixels (yay!)

- Colors are so-so, but not TOO bad considering this is a 24" TN for ~$250

- 1920 * 1200 is pretty practical... and my desktop looks HUGE compared to my 19"


The Bad:
- The item is pretty large, and you'll have to make sure you have space on your desk. (I had to relocate my center speaker, as well as the control unit of my Z5500)

- The stand is a bit flimsy, and has a pretty large footprint. Tilt function is OK, but be careful to tilt slowly.

- No XP drivers, although the monitor functions normally using 'plug and play monitor'

- Staples will not handle warranty after 30 days UNLESS you buy their extended warranty

- An extra HDMI wouldn't hurt, but I suppose that's what the P244 was for...



The Ugly:
- Quite a bit of bleeding on the edges, reaching a little over 1 cm from the side

- The Blue LED is a royal pain to get used to...


***

A note about Staples:
(Excuse me if I'm REALLY out of date)

The 'improved' warranty plan can only be refunded 30 days after purchase, as opposed to when the factory warranty expires back in the days.

[fng303]

Got the 243W.
One pixel dead. Visible on dark background. A lot of bleeding. Primitive stand.
Returned it and was proposed a 10% discount to keep it.
I said Ok but was not that enthusiastic.
For 250$-10%, I cannot ask for too much.

[Onslaughtx]

Got the 243W.
One pixel dead. Visible on dark background. A lot of bleeding. Primitive stand.
Returned it and was proposed a 10% discount to keep it.
I said Ok but was not that enthusiastic.
For 250$-10%, I cannot ask for too much.

..you decided to keep the monitor with a dead pixel in exchange for a 10% discount... :(...

[Riflem@n]

..you decided to keep the monitor with a dead pixel in exchange for a 10% discount... :(...

dead pixels aren't that bad

http://hijinksensue.com/comics/2008-08-04-dead-pixel.jpg

[bubbah16]

24 hours elapsed since acquisition of P244W Bii at my Bureau en Gros in Qc.

Color: 7.9/10 looks a little dull to average viewer but not to me. More on the neutral natural side I would say.

Size: I'am using it as a TV monitor for Bell HD PVR and 2 HDMI connectors Very Nice 10/10 and HD image is clear and well defined/detailed even on a 24"
But I did use the tilt to make the picture more contrasted and it helped!

Plus side: Auto-Switching senses wich component is open and then switches to the component left running. Cool.

Stand is quite Ugly looks like Penguin Feet " V "

No stuck dead pixel on mine. A litle bleeding on the edge nothing major to return unit.

The bad
Staples/Bureauengros will honor warranty for only first month then you have to deal directly with ACER wich was alot of worries when I had bought their TV screens in the past (5 years ago). So:

Overal score of price vs features: 9.3/10

Overal score of after sale service: 7.8/10 (based on past experience directly with Acer)

Probability of unit going back to staple with it: Probably 9.5/10
I didn't have a good experience being treated with ACER.
I wished Staples would handle the warranty then it would be a solid purchase recommendation. For that alone, I can NOT recommend this product.

While it is working and you have no problems or issues with your unit, you have a solid purchase but if the problem arise then you will see it is not quite easy to deal with ACER alone.

[bubbah16]

..you decided to keep the monitor with a dead pixel in exchange for a 10% discount... :(...

WoW I would have ask for so much more then 10% or they would have get stuck with dealing directly with Acer LoL

[MtX]

Does Acer even have drivers for the P244W Bii? Can't find it anywhere....and their american site doesn't work!

[Onslaughtx]

WoW I would have ask for so much more then 10% or they would have get stuck with dealing directly with Acer LoL

yeah I would've done the same or just get a whole new panel. I guess he felt good about getting the extra 10% discount.

[empty265]

The bad
Staples/Bureauengros will honor warranty for only first month then you have to deal directly with ACER wich was alot of worries when I had bought their TV screens in the past (5 years ago).

Isn't that what most stores usually do? At least I've never had luck bringing back items to them after 30 days without extended warranty.

From my experiences at BestBuy / Futureshop, unless it's within 30 days of the purchase, I'd have to deal with the manufacturer for warranties.

A cheap way of forcing you to buy their extended warranties, but it does make sense in a way.

Previously, the extended warranty at staples could be refunded up until the day it activates (i.e. 3rd year + 1 day). With the new 'improved' system, however, you only get 30 days from purchase to decide whether you want the extended warranty.

[evanx]

Looks like the feedback from RFDers is a general positive, and more importantly, a great deal on a decent 24". Is it still available in-store if I print out the prices from the web?

[Deals Deals Deals]

Looks like the feedback from RFDers is a general positive, and more importantly, a great deal on a decent 24". Is it still available in-store if I print out the prices from the web?

This sale is also in-store.

[empty265]

Looks like the feedback from RFDers is a general positive, and more importantly, a great deal on a decent 24". Is it still available in-store if I print out the prices from the web?

They are available in store.

As a matter of fact, I just bought my x243 at Ellesmere X Victoria Park this morning.

[MtX]

Isn't that what most stores usually do? At least I've never had luck bringing back items to them after 30 days without extended warranty.

From my experiences at BestBuy / Futureshop, unless it's within 30 days of the purchase, I'd have to deal with the manufacturer for warranties.

A cheap way of forcing you to buy their extended warranties, but it does make sense in a way.

Previously, the extended warranty at staples could be refunded up until the day it activates (i.e. 3rd year + 1 day). With the new 'improved' system, however, you only get 30 days from purchase to decide whether you want the extended warranty.

BB is 14 days now.

[Oiler11]

I bought the X243WBD and have decided that it is too big for what I want to use it for. If anyone in Calgary wants it for what I paid for it, pm me. Otherwise, in 7 days, it goes back.

It is still sealed, never opened, and has the Staples receipt.

[zoinky]

i bought one.. got it to show the image ONCE
after that it does not get the signal, the piece of **** is going back and i am never buying another acer, reading reviews, seems like after 2 months the buttons will stop working anyways.

[MtX]

i bought one.. got it to show the image ONCE
after that it does not get the signal, the piece of **** is going back and i am never buying another acer, reading reviews, seems like after 2 months the buttons will stop working anyways.

That happened to me too, gotta plug it in a different port, not the same one you used with your previous monitor.

Anways, my P224w is good, colours suck, no DVI sucks, but it's HUGE and there's minimal backlight bleeding!

[zoinky]

i tried every port on there, the 2 hdmi and the vga, tried it both with my desktop and laptop couldnt get it to recieve signal, all i got was the power button flashing.

[FlintBlade]

That happened to me too, gotta plug it in a different port, not the same one you used with your previous monitor.

Anways, my P224w is good, colours suck, no DVI sucks, but it's HUGE and there's minimal backlight bleeding!

the colors are ok. I think I might exchange it for the x243 tomorrow...

[Bazooka Joe]

Got my P244W today. All set up, no dead pixels, no stuck pixels and very little backlight bleed (less so than my previous samsung 17" panel. The brightness issue turned out to be a non-issue and so far I'm happy with the colours on first impressions.

Quite happy so far, going to put it through the wringer tomorrow and see how it goes.

[joquio]

So what's the best setting for the P244w?

[MtX]

So what's the best setting for the P244w?

Try to find the driver downloads first :mad:

[MtX]

First boot with VGA, install drivers, switch to digital. Reboot.

[Phouma]

I bought a P244 and I'm having this issue where if I leave the computer on but turn off the monitor, after a couple of hours being off I can't get the monitor to turn back on..

If I turn it off and turn it back on right away then everything is fine. Its just when I leave it off for extended periods of time that this happens

Anyone else get this problem or know what to do?

[klunn]

It was mentioned earlier in the thread that Staples email coupons for online could now be used in store... is this true? Can anyone actually verify this? And do we need a physical printout for this?

[Bazooka Joe]

I bought a P244 and I'm having this issue where if I leave the computer on but turn off the monitor, after a couple of hours being off I can't get the monitor to turn back on..

If I turn it off and turn it back on right away then everything is fine. Its just when I leave it off for extended periods of time that this happens

Anyone else get this problem or know what to do?

My monitor does not do this, I tried. Here's what happened.

Turned computer on, turned monitor off, left it alone for several hours. Came back, turned on monitor and lights came on buttons. A few seconds later, the Acer splash screen came on for a few seconds, then it went to "no signal". I moved my mouse and the screen came back to life.

What are your power settings set to? Any chance you're going into standby or hybernate? Turn those off and see what happens.

[Phouma]

The computer doesn't go into sleep/hibernate, it is still on because I can still hear music and such if I press play on my keyboard.

I guess I have a defective unit? If I unplug the power cord and replug it I can sometimes turn the screen back on but none of the touch sensitive buttons light up. I will take it back tomorrow and exchange for another and see how it goes.

My monitor does not do this, I tried. Here's what happened.

Turned computer on, turned monitor off, left it alone for several hours. Came back, turned on monitor and lights came on buttons. A few seconds later, the Acer splash screen came on for a few seconds, then it went to "no signal". I moved my mouse and the screen came back to life.

What are your power settings set to? Any chance you're going into standby or hybernate? Turn those off and see what happens.

[BrianCheung]

Looks like I got a defective monitor as well.

It worked for about 5 days. I tried to turn it on this morning. Nothing. Checked that all the plugs were in, then I checked to make sure the power bar was turned on. Changed the plug to use another outlet. Nothing.

I'll be returning this monitor tonight.

[MtX]

Hmmm, I'm scared now. Maybe I should return the LCD to BB before their 14-day policy is over!

[bubbah16]

Looks like I got a defective monitor as well.


It worked for about 5 days. I tried to turn it on this morning. Nothing. Checked that all the plugs were in, then I checked to make sure the power bar was turned on. Changed the plug to use another outlet. Nothing.

I'll be returning this monitor tonight.

P244W Bii
The same thing happen to me last night.
I tried opening monitor and it refused to come on.
I pressed 8 times and could not open it.

I then changed the power cord in the back for another spair I had and after 4 consecutive tries, it finally came alive again. Since then it has worked but I will return it tomorrow morning.

Don't like that behavior at all. Once is to many for me!

Too bad 2 HDMI is awesome but reliability is upmost important to me!

[robsoprano]

It was mentioned earlier in the thread that Staples email coupons for online could now be used in store... is this true? Can anyone actually verify this? And do we need a physical printout for this?

I can confirm, i used an emailed coupon code for $20 off purchases over $200 in the store. It says on the coupon "web or phone only", but it actually works in store, they just typed the code i gave them from the email on my iPhone (no print-out necessary).

Sale Price: $249.99 - $20 coupon = 229.99 + Tax (ontario) = $259.89

[FlintBlade]

I can confirm, i used an emailed coupon code for $20 off purchases over $200 in the store. It says on the coupon "web or phone only", but it actually works in store, they just typed the code i gave them from the email on my iPhone (no print-out necessary).

Sale Price: $249.99 - $20 coupon = 229.99 + Tax (ontario) = $259.89

Ya that's what I paid for my P224W. Not a bad price.

[MtX]

I can confirm, i used an emailed coupon code for $20 off purchases over $200 in the store. It says on the coupon "web or phone only", but it actually works in store, they just typed the code i gave them from the email on my iPhone (no print-out necessary).

Sale Price: $249.99 - $20 coupon = 229.99 + Tax (ontario) = $259.89

The store I went to required the printout so I PMed at BB instead.

But I'm going to return the one @ BB and get another one @ Staples to extend my P244W trial :). Gotta make sure it doesn't die after 28 days!

[FlintBlade]

The store I went to required the printout so I PMed at BB instead.

But I'm going to return the one @ BB and get another one @ Staples to extend my P244W trial :). Gotta make sure it doesn't die after 28 days!

Get the X243 instead and let me know how it is :P

[robsoprano]

You guys are freaking me out, I lost my receipt and spent hours looking for it last night. I was sure i wanted to keep this and pretty sure the manufacturer's warranty works either way right?

[winkyber]

P244W Bii
The same thing happen to me last night.
I tried opening monitor and it refused to come on.
I pressed 8 times and could not open it.

I then changed the power cord in the back for another spair I had and after 4 consecutive tries, it finally came alive again. Since then it has worked but I will return it tomorrow morning.

Don't like that behavior at all. Once is to many for me!

Too bad 2 HDMI is awesome but reliability is upmost important to me!

Me too.

The same thing happen to me in the morning.

It was perfect last 5 days, and then it happen to me right now.

Monitor did not turn on automatically, and I touched keyboard and alive.

Also, the front menu light [Splash menu] is dead totally.

Return policy is 14 days.

Can i return to store?

EDIT: I just tried to pull power cord out and reconnect it, splash menu is alive now.
Why it happen to this monitor? Driver or firmware problem.
I think it will happen again, Can I fix this probelm?

[MtX]

Mine isn't dead yet damn it!

[djstiles]

Same things happened to the one I bought. Wouldn't turn back on after it goes into sleep mode. Was fine for the first few days. Returned it to Staples for full refund. Decided not to buy another Acer monitor. Think I will stick with my 20" Viewsonic (2035) for the time being.

[Bazooka Joe]

Yikes... getting a little nervous about the purchase. I wonder how to stress test this monitor to check before the return policy is up?

I wonder if Acer would be interested in this thread since it appears to be pointing out a serious hardware failure in one of their products...

[empty265]

Is the monitor standby issue only present for XP users? Or do Vista users also have the same problem?

My X243 does that occasionally as well (under XP), but it goes back to normal once I power cycle the monitor.

Still waiting for an XP driver...

[winkyber]

Is the monitor standby issue only present for XP users? Or do Vista users also have the same problem?

My X243 does that occasionally as well (under XP), but it goes back to normal once I power cycle the monitor.

Still waiting for an XP driver...


:(:(
I am using Vista Home OS, and I decide to return this monitor.

I think It will happen again, it is the reason why they want to sell it as clearance....

[jh1]

I've been using the X243 with my Sony FW laptop (HDMI to DVI cable) running Vista Home Premium. Didn't install anything...just plugged it in. It's been rock solid since I bought it on the first day of the sale. The laptop is my main computer used daily and has gone through many sleep or hibernate cycles already. Never a glitch so far.

I don't ever touch the power button on the monitor. When the computer powers down or sleeps, the monitor senses the signal is lost and automatically goes to sleep. When the computer is turned on, the monitor automatically turns back on.

I run the monitor with Brightness and Contrast at zero for best results. e.g. photoshopping etc. The default settings are liable to burn your retinas :cool:

[winkyber]

I've been using the X243 with my Sony FW laptop (HDMI to DVI cable) running Vista Home Premium. Didn't install anything...just plugged it in. It's been rock solid since I bought it on the first day of the sale. The laptop is my main computer used daily and has gone through many sleep or hibernate cycles already. Never a glitch so far.

I don't ever touch the power button on the monitor. When the computer powers down or sleeps, the monitor senses the signal is lost and automatically goes to sleep. When the computer is turned on, the monitor automatically turns back on.

I run the monitor with Brightness and Contrast at zero for best results. e.g. photoshopping etc. The default settings are liable to burn your retinas :cool:


My P244W was great last 5 days, It happen to me suddenly.

I hope to know the solution to fix this problem.

[MtX]

I've been leaving mine on 24/7 since Jan. 28 and it still auto turns on from sleep mode when I move the mouse. I have 4.5 days left to refund. What should I do? Keep or refund?

[Bazooka Joe]

I've been leaving mine on 24/7 since Jan. 28 and it still auto turns on from sleep mode when I move the mouse. I have 4.5 days left to refund. What should I do? Keep or refund?

Mine is still going strong too. I'm going to take my chances with it (and Acer support if it ever comes to that).

I figure since I'm on my third XBOX the least I can do is give another company a chance to sell me subtandard merchandise.

[MtX]

My front panel OSD stopped working, lights have been off for 20+ hours. Everything else seems to work. Is it worth it to RMA just for the OSD?

[ash88]

I have the same issue. I ensured all power management options were off. The only thing that does work is unplugging the monitor. I've sent in a tech request to Acer and will post what they tell me. Only other option I see is to actually use the power management option and select power down the monitor after x amount of time... this has worked for me but would rather fully turn off an item if I'm not going to be using it for several hours.


Me too.

The same thing happen to me in the morning.

It was perfect last 5 days, and then it happen to me right now.

Monitor did not turn on automatically, and I touched keyboard and alive.

Also, the front menu light [Splash menu] is dead totally.

Return policy is 14 days.

Can i return to store?

EDIT: I just tried to pull power cord out and reconnect it, splash menu is alive now.
Why it happen to this monitor? Driver or firmware problem.
I think it will happen again, Can I fix this probelm?

[MtX]

My front panel OSD was turned off too but I had a blackout the other night and it all works now.