Dell 3008WFP-HC (page 2: Ergonomics : Display Port, the base...)

Ergonomics : Display Port, the base...

There was a change of look and interfaces as well an unprecedented addition: the 3008WFP-HC has a Display Port input. This is the connection that is supposed to rapidly replace the current DVI – according to some analysts. Simply put, it’s a type of HDMI devoted to computers. Like HDMI, the new connection is compact, without apparent pins (no bending), is digital and simultaneously transmits the image and sound. So if it resembles HDMI so much, why add this connection?

The group that has developed this norm, the VESA, stresses its free use aspect and also the larger bandwidth which enables attaining 2560x1600 with a connector and simplified cabling. Indeed, HDMI is currently limited to 1920x1200 with a dual link and type B connector (formerly not too common) required to attain 2560x1600. For this reason, only the DisplayPort (expected on the first graphic cards in May 2008) and a Dual Link type DVI will allow support of the 3008WFP-HC in its native resolution.

From left to right: DVI Dual Link, HDMI, and Display Port

The Display Port, however, is just a type of input amongst many others and hasn’t yet imposed itself. Moving on in the ergonomic aspects of the 3008WFP-HC, there are other video inputs including HDMI (here limited to 1920 x 1200 pixels), YUV, and VGA. Therefore, there is everything needed to relay a DVD/HD player or HD console.

On the right, we can see two USB ports. There are a total of four on this monitor. The two others are on the left-hand side next to the card reader (USB 2).

These fine ergonomics are complemented by an extremely attractive design and high level finishing touches. The base is identical to that of the 27 inch launched last year.