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Old 24-02-2005, 06:54 PM   #1
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ACER 17" TFT £146.86 at Misco


ACER AL1715MS 17 LCD MM Silver/Black 12ms TCO99 150o 270cd/m2 4 450:1

Upgrade your PC system with the AL1715ms, a reliable solution to render the ergonomical benefits of LCD technology. The slim and compact silver design liberates the workplace transforming the computing area into a modern work or entertainment area. The AL1715ms is the ideal solution for the home or office PC users requiring a smart interface with rapid response time for the best in digital playback and digital movies.

£124.99 ex VAT (£146.86 inc VAT)

Go through a cashback site and get more off. These guys will give you 2.5% cashback on Misco purchases: www.rpoints.com/enquiry (Misco now apparently incorporates Simply Computers).
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Old 24-02-2005, 07:17 PM   #2
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Thanks for this bargain! I use rpoints for cashback, and they are pretty good.
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Old 25-02-2005, 08:49 AM   #3
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Not bad, 12ms response time, but only VGA input.
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... but only VGA input

So as to get around the new European law/TAX, and keep cost down.

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Old 25-02-2005, 12:45 PM   #5
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So as to get around the new European law/TAX, and keep cost down.


Oh, do elaborate I'm either daft or missed this bit
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The classification of LCD monitors with a DVI-input has been the subject of heavy discussion in the European Union (EU). This article provides an update on the situation, which has been addressed in previous Global Trade Practice Group newsletters.



LCD monitors were zero-rated in the past, but, as a result of the so-called "Plasma Regulation" (Regulation EC) 754/2004, various EU customs authorities, including the Dutch customs authorities, imposed a 14% duty on the import of LCD monitors with DVI-input as of May 2004.

The European Commission (EC) repeatedly stated that all Member States should apply the 14% customs duty rate on the import of monitors; however, some Member States, such as Germany, still allowed imports against a 0% duty. As a result of this approach, the import of LCD monitors into the Netherlands rapidly decreased while the import of the LCD monitors into Germany showed a similar increase. Importers and logistic services providers in the Netherlands suffered great losses due to the difference in duty rates.


In the Netherlands, the Secretary of State of the Ministry of Finance decided that the Dutch Customs authorities are no longer obliged to levy a 14% customs duty rate on the import of LCD monitors with DVI-input and that the 0% customs duty rate can be applied again. On November 29, 2004, Dutch Customs further specified which LCD monitors will benefit from the 0% duty rate in the Netherlands.



LCD monitors can be classified as 84.71 'computer monitors' to which the 0% duty rate applies, if:

�� the monitors are equal to- or smaller than 20 inch (ratio approximately 4:3);

�� the monitors are equipped with no other connection than VGA and/or DVI, although audio connection is allowed;

�� no remote control functions and no remote control are available;

�� no provisions are in place to use the monitor as a TV or video monitor after importation (i.e. 'slot-in');

�� no provisions are in place for channel selection;

�� the monitor supports VESA standards;

�� the monitor can be adjusted/turned.

Also applying to the 84.71 (zero rate) classification:

�� monitors should not support the HDCP standard; and

�� monitors should be presented in brochures as computer monitor and not a TV.


http://www.gtlaw.com/practices/intl...r/GT_200412.pdf

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I was thinking about getting this monitor, then i read the model number on the site "AL1715ms", which seems to be stating 15ms response :s. I thought that was just a coincidence with the model number or something, but the ms is in lower case where as the AL is in upper. If ya get me lingo :/ .
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The larger Tesco superstores are stocking the Acer AL1714SM (8ms refresh rate) for £149.94. The advantage to buying at Tesco is their 28 day return policy - any dead pixcels, just whop it back and get another, no questions asked.
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The larger Tesco superstores are stocking the Acer AL1714SM (8ms refresh rate) for £149.94. The advantage to buying at Tesco is their 28 day return policy - any dead pixcels, just whop it back and get another, no questions asked.


I've had one off these for a while now and its pretty good for the money..
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I've had one off these for a while now and its pretty good for the money..


same here

i got it for £149 about 6 months ago!

well impressed so far so good!
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