Acer 27-inch HR274H 1080p 3D LED-Backlit LCD Display Review

The Acer HR274H is a 27-inch 1080p 3D display with a trick up its sleeve and promises to do 2D-to-3D conversion on the fly. This monitor will take a fair amount of viewings at home before you make any returns on your initial investment and stereoscopic 3D is now coming to your homes in a different manner, which is that of a computer monitor. A solitary HDMI cable will be the channel where video is carried from a console, Blu-ray player, or set-top box to the monitor itself and you will need to wear a pair of polarized, passive glasses in order to check out the 3D action, which is more affordable compared to the standard issue battery-powered active glasses. The monitor's specs are otherwise decidedly ordinary for the rather high $599 price tag and you'll just get a TN panel with a standard 1920 x 1080 resolution.

Acer America Corp., the number one provider of 3D displays worldwide introduced the Acer HR274H, a 27-inch 3D monitor featuring new advances in 3D technology. Featuring Acer's innovative chip-based solution, the new monitor can convert any 2D content to 3D, allowing anyone to watch their favorite movies, videos, photos and games in 3D. With crystal clear 1920 x 1080 resolution, it is the ideal monitor for advanced 1080p full HD gaming on a PC, Blu-ray Disc console gaming, widescreen movie playback and multimedia and productivity applications. "The Acer HR274H delivers the highest level of realism available for fans of 3D games, TV programming, movies and photos," said Chris White, senior director of product marketing, Acer America. "Every detail is so clear, bright and rich in color, immersing yourself in your favorite game or movie has never been so utterly exhilarating." Through a single HDMI cable connection, the HR274H monitor easily connects to any 3D-enabled PC, Blu-ray player, game console, cable set top box or camera. 3D enthusiasts can then enjoy a broad selection of high-quality 3D content, including more than 550 full-HD 1080p 3D games, more than 100 Blu-ray 3D movies and thousands of 3D videos and photos from YouTube and 3DVisionLive.com. 3D for Everyone Acer's innovate chip based solution easily converts any 2D content to 3D in real time. There is no extra software required; the feature only needs to be enabled via the on-screen-display. This allows regular movies and traditional photos and videos to be enjoyed in a completely new way. In addition, it works with any graphics card, so popular PC games can now be viewed in eye-popping 3D.

Acer includes a set of polarized glasses that deliver vibrant 3D imagery without straining the eyes. In addition, the glasses do not require batteries and are made of composite materials for a lightweight comfortable fit, which makes viewing 3D content more convenient and comfortable than ever before. Film-patterned retarder (FPR) technology in the Acer display and glasses enable a flicker-free 3D viewing experience. This reduces eye strain, fatigue, and headaches by separating left/right images so only one image reaches the left or right lens at a time. It also eliminates ghosting, since the display and glasses don't need to synchronize. Slightly larger than first generation 3D glasses, they provide a wider viewing area and increased external light blocking. High quality moving images and a crystal clear viewing experience is provided through 2ms response times and an impressive 100 million:1 contrast ratio. Eco-Friendly The Acer HR274H monitor uses LED backlight technology, minimizing environmental impact while offering superior performance and durability. White LEDs do not contain the toxic substance mercury, making them safer for the environment. They also consume less power and are more durable than CCFL lamps, resulting in big savings. It is also RoHS compliant, ENERGY STAR certified and is packaged in recyclable materials. Pricing and Availability The 27-inch Acer HR274H 3D LCD is available for U.S. customers at leading retailers with an MSRP of $599.

Specs:

Panel Size: 27″ (69 cm) Wide Screen 16:9, TN, LED backlight

Native Resolution: 1920×1080 pixels

Pixel Pitch: 0.3114 mm

Brightness(Max): 250 cd/m2

Contrast Ratio (Max.): 100,000,000:1 (dynamic)

Viewing Angles: 170° H / 160° V

Response Time: 2 ms (Gray to Gray)

Video Inputs: 2x HDMI 1.4a, VGA

Power Consumption: 27.50 W On, 1.4W Sleep, 0.6W Off/Standby

Integrated Audio: 2x 2W stereo speakers

Monitor stand: tilt +30°~-30°

Dimension (WxHxD): 25.5″ x 18.5″ x 7.6″ (648.1 x 468.5 x 192 mm)

Weight: 13.2 lbs (6 kg)