Apple Computer, Inc. (NASDAQ-NMS: AAPL) today announced the Apple Multiple Scan 20 Display , a 20-inch,
two-page, color Trinitron display that provides maximum viewing area and resolution for manipulating large graphic
images. With a U.S. Apple price of $2,149, the Apple Multiple Scan 20 Display is now available through Apple
authorized resellers worldwide.
Designed for use by graphics and publishing professionals, the Apple Multiple Scan 20 Display delivers high
performance, multiple resolution capabilities and plug-and-play cross-platform compatibility at a very competitive
price.
"The Multiple Scan 20 Display completes the solution for users who need a high quality publishing system," said
Don Strickland, vice president of Apple's Imaging and Publishing division. "A new display with this level of
performance is the perfect compliment for the new generation of Power Macintosh computers. Many are
forecasting the increased horsepower and inherent graphics capabilities of the new PowerPC processor-based
systems will lead to increased demand for larger displays and improved on-screen performance."
"We develop brochures, advertisements and posters for our clients using a Macintosh Quadra and applications
like QuarkXpress and Adobe PhotoShop," said Nicki Riedel, president, Black and White Desktop Publishing Inc.,
Cupertino, Calif. "The Apple Multiple Scan 20 Display is ideal for our business since we frequently work with large
images and have to get a clear idea of the appearance of the finished product before printing in large volume."
Product Features
The Multiple Scan 20 Display features a Sony Trinitron picture tube, allowing increased brightness, contrast,
focus and brilliant colors. Its multiple scan capability lets users select the resolution that is optimal for specific
applications without restarting the computer. Users may increase resolution for viewing full-page layouts, while
lower resolutions may be selected for presentation, QuickTime movie playback, fine pixel editing, and for the
vision-impaired.
The Multiple Scan 20 Display supports all the standard Macintosh resolutions from 640x480 to 1152x870, in
addition to higher resolutions up to 1280x1024 with appropriate third-party display cards for Macintosh computers
or IBM-PC compatible computers. Included in the Display software are ColorSync profiles for better overall
system color calibration.
For increased performance, the Multiple Scan 20 Display can be paired with the Macintosh Display Card 24AC
for full 24-bit color and high-speed QuickDraw acceleration throughout the full range of Macintosh resolutions.
The Display complies fully with MPR II standards for low electrical and magnetic emissions. It also complies
with the EPA's Energy Star conservation guidelines by switching into low-power mode during idle periods.
Compatibility
The Apple Multiple Scan 20 Display offers complete plug-and-play compatibility with Power Macintosh
computers, Macintosh Quadra computers, and any system using the Macintosh Display Card 24AC. Apple is
supplying software with the new display that allows resolution switching without restart, even when using the
on-board video of the Macintosh.
For other Macintosh systems and display cards, third-party cable adapters enable the Apple Multiple Scan 20
Display to run at higher resolutions. Enhance Cable Technology of San Jose, Calif., offers a toll-free number
(800-343-2425) for resellers and end users who want to connect a Multiple Scan Display to other Macintosh
products, such as the Macintosh 8/24 card, Macintosh II, PowerBook computers and Duo Dock products.
Apple plans to make the Apple Multiple Scan 20 Display available in March 1994 through Apple authorized
resellers worldwide. For further information, customers in the United States should call the Apple Dealer Referral
Hotline at 800-538-9696. Customers outside the United States should contact their local Apple representative for
information.
Headquartered in Cupertino, Calif., Apple Computer, Inc. develops, manufactures and markets computer, server
and personal interactive electronic systems for use in business, education, the home, science, engineering, and
government. A recognized pioneer and innovator in the personal computer industry, Apple does business in more
than 120 countries.
NOTE: Apple, the Apple logo, Macintosh, Macintosh Quadra, and PowerBook are registered trademarks and
QuickTime, ColorSync, QuickDraw, and Apple Multiple Scan 20 Display is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.
PowerPC, PowerPC 601 are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation. Trinitron is a trademark
of Sony Corporation, registered in the U.S. and other countries.
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