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Here is some sweltering news for users on the prowl for an ideal desktop monitor. NEC has very recently rolled out its first ever LED-backlit desktop monitor dubbed the 22-inch MultiSync EA222WMe. Smartly designed, its integrated LED backlighting technology offers the same amount of brightness as other panel types while consuming nearly 20 percent less power.

Considering about environmental sustainability, the device utilizes up to 52 percent less power, radiates up to 61 percent less heat, weighs up to 25 percent less and employs up to 15 percent less packaging, when placed on a comparison scale with previous generation NEC LCDs. The monitor and cables actuated in this eco-friendly display are also free of mercury, halogen and arsenic.

“The combination of these green technologies in the MultiSync EA222WMe points to the future of where the LCD industry is headed,” remarked Lynn Gu, Product Manager for NEC Display Solutions. “LED backlight structure has improved tremendously along with cost reduction, and the adoption of the LED backlight technology will continue to accelerate over the next few years.”

Further, complaint with Energy Star 5.0, TCO 5.0 and Epeat Gold, this energy efficient monitor enables users to track their carbon savings with the display’s resettable carbon footprint meter, a unique tool that intelligently calculates the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. At the same time, its 30,000 dynamic contrast ratio delivers astoundingly detailed images and text.

Shedding some light on its other significant aspects, the EA222WMe comes equipped with a full ergonomic stand, which includes 110mm height-adjust, tilt, swivel and pivot functionality for adding flexibility and comfort. With its embedded DisplayPort, the monitor offers maximum performance with a variety of input options that enhance resolution and color depths. On the other hand, entrancing features like Eco Mode, Intelligent Power Manager system, off timer, ambient light sensor and vacation switch significantly assist in conserving energy and reducing carbon dioxide emissions.

The MultiSync EA222WMe is anticipated to be available in December 2009 with a price tag of $339 (approx Rs. 15,712).