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Comptia A +: Hardware Display Devices

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1. Common resolutions are often described using a naming standard - although these standards encompass much more than just resolution size. SXGA = ____ x ____ (5:4 aspect ratio).






2. Most manufactures have a minimum number of ____ pixels that must exist before they will consider an exchange. In addition - some place limitations on where they must be located in order to qualify.






3. A DVI-A (digital video-analog) is used for an ________________. Some LCD monitors have either a D-sub or this connection.






4. It is common for ____ monitors to support a wide number of resolutions - but LCD monitors often have a____ (optimum) display resolution.






5. The magnetic field used for drawing the image on the screen can cause a buildup of magnetism on internal monitor components. This magnetic field can cause color distortions - especially around the edges. To correct this problem - use the ____ feature






6. There are currently two methods used for the backlight - 1) ____ that is currently the most common backlight source and require an inverter to provide AC power to the backlight.






7. ____ or luminance identifies the amount of light the monitor produces (how bright it is) and is measured in candelas per square meter (cd/m2 also called a Nit) - with a higher number indicating a brighter screen.






8. Monitor size is typically described using a ____ measurement.






9. The ____ contrast ratio indicates the difference that can be displayed at the same time.






10. LCD monitors often include features for HDTV support such as an HDMI input that accepts ____________ through the HDMI port.






11. DVI-D ____ link cable.






12. LCD monitors often include features for HDTV support such as an HDMI input that accepts ____________ through the HDMI port.






13. ____ monitors use a single value for the screen size. These monitors can use the entire screen for displaying images - use a liquid crystal material and transistors to display images.






14. ____ and active matrix are additional terms that are often used to describe LCD monitors. Currently - all LDC displays are these kinds of displays.






15. Because ____ monitors have better color reproduction than TN monitors and are cheaper than IPS monitors - they are still used by many graphic artists.






16. VA panels have ____ color reproduction and wider viewing angles than TN displays - but with slower response times and a higher cost.






17. The smaller the dot pitch - the more room there is for____ resolutions and the ____ a picture may be.






18. There are currently two methods used for the backlight - 2) ____ backlights provide brighter screens - lower power consumption - a wider color range - greater contrast - and mercury-free construction. They use DC power - eliminating the need for an i






19. Pressing lightly on the ____ may revive the pixel.






20. Be aware that the display qualities of your monitor depend on the capabilities of both the monitor and the ____.






21. The ____ refers to the difference in light intensity between the brightest white and the darkest black. An example is 1000:1. A higher initial number indicates a better quality picture.






22. The ____ is the number of pixels - and is expressed using two numbers: the number of horizontal rows and vertical columns.






23. If you are concerned about dead pixels - review the ____ before purchasing.






24. If the video card only has a DVI-D connector and you have an analog-only monitor - it is often cheaper to purchase a new ____ instead of the converter box.






25. ____ is an alternative to an HDMI connector.






26. For manufacturers - the ____ is royalty free - whereas including an HDMI connector requires a fee for each connector used. Manufacturers such as Dell and Apple are starting to use DisplayPorts in monitors and video cards - but these are not yet used






27. LCD monitors often include features for HDTV support such as support for ____ to watch copy-protected content.






28. A quicker ____ is needed when viewing moving images such as video or games. If it is too slow (above 8ms) the result are ghosting or blurred images.






29. ____ (1280 x 720 progressive scan) and ____ (1920 x 1080 with interlacing) identify displays that do not support full HD content - with both 720p and 1080i being comparable in quality.






30. Resolutions with a W in the name are X____ resolutions with a 16:10 aspect ratio. In addition to these standard resolutions - you can also purchase monitors with the 16:9 aspect ratio used by HDTV content.






31. Common resolutions are often described using a naming standard - although these standards encompass much more than just resolution size. SVGA = ____ x ____.






32. Pressing lightly on the ____ may revive the pixel.






33. ____ female port.






34. ____ on the screen can be mistaken for a dead pixel.






35. Having a few dead ____ can be common on many displays.






36. ____ panels have the best color reproduction quality and viewing angles of the display types - and are well suited for graphic design where full and accurate color representation is required.






37. The ____ is the ratio of the width and the height.






38. LDC monitors use ____ panels that are the most common type used in computer monitors - especially in smaller sizes. These panels have very good response times (2ms to 5ms) - so are well-suited for games with a lot of motion.






39. Common resolutions are often described using a naming standard - although these standards encompass much more than just resolution size.WUXGA = ____ x ____.






40. The ____ connector - sometimes called a VGA connector - uses a DB-15 connector with three rows of pins.






41. ____ is a digital video and audio connector used for high-definition digital audio and video. Itcombines the audio and video signals onto a single cable. You can use HDMI connectors with a video card with an ____ connector. Many of these video cards






42. A DVI-A (digital video-analog) is used for an ____________. Use a cable with a D-sub connection on one end and this connection on the other end to connect to the monitor.






43. The smaller the dot pitch - the more room there is for____ resolutions and the ____ a picture may be.






44. ____ link allows for longer cable lengths and a higher video resolution and you should choose this type of video card whenever possible.






45. A ____ screen is typically desired for watching movies - or on laptops where the screen is viewed in full sunlight.






46. There are currently two methods used for the backlight - 1) ____ that is currently the most common backlight source and require an inverter to provide AC power to the backlight.






47. A ____ connection on a video card provides analog - video-only TV output. These video connectors are RCA connectors (typically yellow).






48. ____ DVI-D connectors have 3 rows of 8 pins plus the horizontal pin (often called a 25-pin - 24+1-pin - or 24-pin connector).






49. The smaller the dot pitch - the more room there is for____ resolutions and the ____ a picture may be.






50. Full HD content is designed for a resolution of 1920 x 1080 using ____ (where each line on the screen is redrawn in order). Full HD support is therefore referred to as 1080p.