AOC's 22-inch 2230Fm HD3 display includes integrated media player

AOC's 2230Fh LCD was fine and dandy, but if you're looking for something similar to pull triple duty as a media player and digital photo frame (its words, not ours), you'll need to refocus on the 2230Fm. Said display is apparently the first from the firm to boast HD³ technology, which alludes to its abilities to function as more than just an HDTV. The unit includes a proprietary menu and remote to play back clips loaded onto memory cards (there's a 4-in-1 reader), not to mention a 1,680 x 1,050 native resolution, 20,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, USB 2.0 socket, DVI / HDMI inputs, integrated speakers, 2-millisecond response time and a piano black finish. All that for $399.99. Full release posted after the jump.

AOC Introduces HD3 Technology with the Launch of their 2230Fm Display; a New Breed of Multi-functional High-definition Display Technology

A 22" HD Monitor, HD TV, Digital Picture Frame and Multi-media Player with NO PC REQUIRED

Fremont, CA., July 10, 2008 – AOC has launched HD3 Display technology with their 2230Fm; a multi-functional high definition platform that provides powerful performance and the ultimate in digital flexibility. The 2230Fm is a true HD monitor, HD TV, digital picture frame and Multi-media player all rolled into a light, sleek 22" frame.
HD3 defines a new category in high definition displays with its built-in media player, allowing consumers, for the first time, to view movies without the use of an external DVD player or PC. With the 2230Fm, simply load a film onto a memory device, plug it into the display and use AOC's proprietary, user-friendly menu and remote control to enjoy a movie PC-free. AOC's first HD3 Display is the 2230Fm, a combination of multi-functional high-definition video capabilities and stylish, 360˚ design that provides a stunning array of features all developed to cater to the digital needs of today's consumers.

"While consumers are using cell phones for MP3 players, internet browsers, TVs, navigation devices, and phones, AOC determined that consumers deserved a display that would act as more than just an HD monitor or TV, so we developed HD3," said Robert Velez, Marketing Manager of AOC. "We're very excited to be the first to bring HD3 technology to the market with the 2230Fm. AOC has taken over 40 years of display manufacturing experience to create this new way for consumers to enjoy a wide array of video options with a built in media player, and top-level performance regardless of whether it's being used as an HD TV, monitor or Digital picture frame," added Velez.

The 2230Fm boasts an astounding 20,000 to 1 contrast ratio, 2ms. ultra-fast response time for extreme gamers and is compatible with a 4-in-1 memory card reader and USB 2.0 port all supporting jpg, bmp, png, gif, and tiff files.

Product Specification Highlights:
• Digital Media Player
• Digital Photo Frame
• 720p through 1080p HD Compatible
• USB 2.0 HUB
• 4-in-1 memory card reader
• Digital Input DVI-D & HDMI with HDCP
• Low profile integrated speakers
• Contrast Ratio 20,000:1 (dynamic)
• Glare screen – provides higher color saturation
• Plug & Play DDC/2B, DDC/CI
• 2ms ultra fast response time
• PC/Windows, Mac® Equipped With Analog VGA D-sub or DVI Port
• Easy-to-use navigation
• 360-degree glossy piano-black finish
• Designer back cover

"This is a shift from categorizing displays as TVs, monitors or picture frames as our technology has allowed for the marriage of all three into the ultimate high-definition display. HD3 technology is the next logical step in today's digital market," said Velez.

This model is also designed with businesses in mind as the latest in POS display technology. The HD3 display can play videos on a constant loop with no PC or degradation to video and audio quality over time, just plug in the memory device with the proper information and its set.

The 2230Fm HD3 Display brings a wide variety of high performance features to the market with an MSRP of $399.99.

About AOC
AOC is a leader of HD display technology for Monitors and TVs backed by over 40 years of design and manufacturing experience. AOC has earned a reputation for selling user-friendly, technologically advanced displays on the market with every aspect of AOC's business focusing on the development of products that fit seamlessly into consumers' digital lifestyle.

AOC displays are manufactured by TPV, one of the largest display manufacturers in the world. TPV manufactures one out of every four displays globally, including OEM's for some of the largest and most innovative name brands. This extensive manufacturing knowledge and experience translates into AOC staying ahead of the curve with the ever-changing technologies in today's digital world.
To learn more visit www.aoc.com.

[collegekid13 @ Jul 10th 2008 11:54PM]

ohhh shiney

[StammesOpfer @ Jul 11th 2008 12:05AM]

If it had a HD tuner I would be looking for a place to buy one now.

[Josh Warner @ Jul 11th 2008 12:33AM]

If it had a HD tuner, it should have either true 720p or 1080p resolution (meaning 1280 or 1920 pixels wide, respectively, with greater than or equal to 720 or 1080 pixels vertically - also respectively).

Otherwise your 'HD' is getting up- or down-scaled all the time, most likely by a crappy hardware scaler. Yes, there are HDTVs sold as '720p' or '1080p' capable using these inexcusable intermediate resolutions. Why anybody buys them boggles me. You spend loads of cash on a great player and very sharp sources, then display the source scaled by a non-integer ratio on the fly, by a scaler that was included by an afterthought? How stupid can you be?

[bolezhinkov @ Jul 11th 2008 1:20AM]

josh thanks for not letting that one slide . . . you really work the condescending angle there.

[Irfan @ Jul 11th 2008 11:36AM]

@ josh

go in to best buy, ask 20 people what 1080p really means. theres the answer to your "boggling" question.

[Corazu @ Jul 11th 2008 12:06AM]

That sounds pretty nice..would be nicer with a builtin flashdrive or harddrive..I can see that in the future with SSD's when they get much cheaper maybe.

[John @ Jul 11th 2008 12:09AM]

What sort of resolution is that?

[Jeremy K. @ Jul 11th 2008 12:39AM]

WSXGA+

[John @ Jul 11th 2008 1:05AM]

touché, internet.

[Ethyriel @ Jul 11th 2008 12:15AM]

It would actually be useful with an rj45 port or wifi.

[Dillon @ Jul 11th 2008 12:19AM]

That's a pretty cool idea. Hopefully whatever processor is in there is fast enough to deliver video at an acceptable FPS. And as Ethyriel said, yes, this would by at least 10 times more useful with networking.

[Paul @ Jul 11th 2008 12:43AM]

looks cool

[Charles Han @ Jul 11th 2008 1:00AM]

hmm it should become more viable option if the lcd sizes increase. hopefully like 32 inches or bigger.

[ljtechno @ Jul 11th 2008 1:12AM]

There are photo frames that already have ethernet/wifi. It would've been much better than this.

[Greg Mcp @ Jul 11th 2008 1:55AM]

As a promotional display in a shop, this would be great.
No PC or DVD player needed, and a fairly low price.

[skulldriveshaft @ Jul 11th 2008 2:59AM]

ASUS can be seen cresting the hill towards the horizon paddling madly to catch up to AOC...

[iofthestorm @ Jul 11th 2008 4:13AM]

Too bad there's no component, I was looking for a monitor that I could also plug my Wii into. Guess the only option is still the Dell 2407/08wfp, but those are far too expensive for me.

[genghis @ Jul 11th 2008 7:23AM]

Designer back cover, wow if that isn't something and it even has a 360-degree glossy piano-black finish.