The Asus MK241H is a high-end LCD monitor designed to be a more advanced, HD capable, universal PC monitor. The MK241H is the most expensive of two released Asus models (Asus MK221H and Asus MK241H). For increased connection the MK241H includes a DVI-D/D-sub, VGA, and HDMI 1.1 (with DHCP) hookups. The 24" MK241H has a native resolution of 1920 x 1200 with a 3000:1 contrast ratio and full 1080p high-definition support. For additional media functionality the MK241h also includes a built in rotatable 1.3 megapixel webcam. Asus boasts the MK241H has special built in aspect ratio control technology to automatically adjust the ratio correctly between 4:3, 5:4 and 16:10 formats. The special HDMI input provides both audio and video support for a plethora of HD devices including but not limited to blu-ray players, HD DVD players, Playstation 3, Xbox 360 etc. The monitor has ASCR (ASUS Smart Contrast Ratio) technology installed; meaning the device will automatically adjust screen brightness, and black levels to provide the best colors possible while watching or interacting with media. The specific specifications include a 2ms response time; a 450nits brightness, 0.27mm pixel pitch, and a wide viewing angle of 170°. The Asus MK241H was released on April 17, 2008 and has an MSRP of $499.
