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Apple Cinema HD Display (30" flat panel)

The Apple Cinema HD is a stunning, all-digital, 30-inch flat panel display with a 2560-by-1600-pixel resolution. It’s compatible with Mac computers with a DVI port and Mac computers with Mini DisplayPort using the Mini DisplayPort to Dual-Link DVI Adapter.

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Overview

The 30-inch Apple Cinema HD Display delivers an amazing 2560 x 1600 pixel resolution. Designed specifically for the creative professional, this display provides more space for easier access to all the tools and palettes needed to edit, format and composite your work.

The Cinema HD is designed with a pure digital interface to deliver distortion-free images that never need adjusting. With over 4 million digital pixels, the display is ideal for reviewing multiple images side by side in Aperture — or just one, full screen and large as life. Work in Photoshop with room to see all the layers in your palette. Take in the whole timeline in Final Cut Pro. Or peer into four different modes of a molecule visualization with subatomic detail.

Offering accurate, brilliant color performance, the Cinema HD delivers a wide gamut allowing you to see subtle nuances between colors from soft pastels to rich jewel tones. A wide viewing angle ensures uniform color from edge to edge. Apple's ColorSync technology allows you to create custom profiles to maintain consistent color onscreen and in print.

Housed in an aluminum enclosure, the display has a thin bezel that enhances visual accuracy. Each display features two FireWire 400 ports and two USB 2.0 ports, making attachment of desktop peripherals — such as iPod, iPhone, digital and still cameras, hard drives, printers and scanners — even more accessible and convenient. Customers with the optional Cinema Display VESA Mount Adapter kit gain the flexibility to mount their display in locations most appropriate for their work environment.

The Cinema HD features a single cable design with elegant breakout for the USB 2.0, FireWire 400 and a pure digital connection using the industry standard Digital Video Interface (DVI) interface. The DVI connection allows for a direct pure-digital connection.

Features

Unrivaled display performance

  • 30-inch (viewable) active-matrix liquid crystal display provides breathtaking image quality and vivid color.
  • Support for 2560-by-1600 pixel resolution for display of high definition still and video imagery.
  • Wide-format design for simultaneous display of two full pages of text and graphics.
  • Industry-standard DVI connector for attachment to Mac- and Windows-based desktops and notebooks.
  • Incredibly wide (178 degree) horizontal and vertical viewing angle for maximum visibility and color performance.

Simple setup and operation

  • Single cable with elegant breakout for connection to DVI, USB and FireWire ports.
  • Built-in two-port USB 2.0 hub for easy connection of desktop peripheral devices.
  • Two FireWire 400 ports to support iSight and other desktop peripherals.

Sleek, elegant design

  • Narrow Bezel design to minimize visual impact of using dual displays
  • Unique hinge design for effortless adjustment.
  • Support for VESA mounting solutions (Apple Cinema Display VESA Mount Adapter sold separately).

Technical specifications

Screen size (diagonal viewable image size)

  • 30 inches (29.7-inch viewable)

Screen type

  • Thin film transistor (TFT) active-matrix liquid crystal display (AMLCD)

Resolutions

  • 2560 x 1600 pixels (optimum resolution)
  • 2048 x 1280
  • 1920 x 1200
  • 1280 x 800
  • 1024 x 640

Display colors (maximum)

  • 16.7 million

Viewing angle (typical)

  • 178° horizontal; 178° vertical

Brightness (typical)

  • 400 cd/m2

Contrast ratio (typical)

  • 700:1

Pixel pitch

  • 0.250 mm

User controls (hardware and software)

  • Display Power
  • System sleep, wake
  • Brightness
  • Monitor tilt

Cable

  • DVI (Digital Visual Interface)
  • FireWire 400
  • USB 2.0
  • DC power (24 V)

Connectors

  • Two-port, self-powered USB 2.0 hub
  • Two FireWire 400 ports
  • Kensington security port

VESA mount adapter

  • Requires optional Cinema Display VESA Mount Adapter (M9649G/A); Compatible with VESA FDMI (MIS-D, 100, C) compliant mounting solutions

Electrical requirements

  • Input voltage: 100-240 VAC 50-60Hz
  • Maximum power when operating: 150W
  • Energy saver mode: 3W or less

Environmental requirements

  • Operating temperature: 50° to 95° F (10° to 35° C)
  • Storage temperature: -40° to 116° F (-40° to 47° C)
  • Operating humidity: 20% to 80% noncondensing
  • Maximum operating altitude: 10,000 feet

Size and weight

  • Height: 21.3 inches (54.3 cm)
  • Width: 27.2 inches (68.8 cm)
  • Depth: 8.46 inches (21.5 cm)
  • Weight: 27.5 pounds (12.5 kg)

System Requirements

  • Mac with Dual-Link DVI port
  • Mac with Mini DisplayPort using Mini DisplayPort to Dual-Link DVI Adapter (sold separately)
  • Windows PC and graphics card that supports DVI ports with dual-link digital bandwidth and VESA DDC standard for plug-and-play setup
 
 

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  • Apple Cinema HD Display (30" flat panel)

    1.0

    Steer Clear -- Go for the Samsung, $1200 and _includes_ a 3 year warranty

    Written by JK from CANTON

    14/11/2007

    I spent over $2200 on this monitor just 15months ago. Now it has a permanent horizontal line that stretches from the center of the screen all the way to the right edge.

    Apple says "Tough luck, you should have bought the xtended warranty".

    I say "Well, guess I won't be buying Apple monitors any more"

    I'm going for the Samsung. It is only $1200 and it comes WITH a 3 year warranty. Not to mention the specs are way better.
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  • Apple Cinema HD Display (30" flat panel)

    3.0

    A bit outdated

    Written by TL from Glendale

    14/06/2007

    It is all nice, however the response time needs to be revised in order for this monitor to better serve video needs. The case is somewhat thick and a newer version incorporating a built-in camera should have been made available sometime ago. Not such a huge trill for even the current price that should now be about 1299.- …More

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  • Apple Cinema HD Display (30" flat panel)

    5.0

    Beyond your wildest expectations

    Written by JP

    20/08/2005

    This display is worth every penny, and every extra month you might need to save up to buy it. My pixel defect-free model arrived with my PowerMac after a short delay owing to availability issues with the video card. Exceptionally bright (almost too bright), crisp, excellent color. Takes some getting used to its awesome size. Will totally spoil you against using anything else. Its actually wide enough to meet the unkept promise of smaller monitors: practical two-document editing.

    My only beef with this monitor is that it can't start my G5 from the power button. It can shut the computer down though.

    Don't be tricked into buying similarly sized monitors from competitors, this one is head and shoulders above the rest.     …More

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  • Apple Cinema HD Display (30" flat panel)

    5.0

    Absolutely the best

    Written by CW from University Place

    24/11/2009

    I bought this monitor for a PC about 5 years ago and it continues to be the best monitor I've ever owned. I do photography, video editing, and all the normal stuff and can't say enough about the reliablity of this beautiful monitor. It does require having the correct video graphics card (not cheap!) and enough memory, which is nothing these days, but if you take care to handle this, you'll never be disappointed.
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  • Apple Cinema HD Display (30" flat panel)

    5.0

    Excellent Color Rendition for Photographers

    Written by KG from ROCHESTER

    18/11/2009

    Excellent! For photographers color is very important. Especially when it comes to digital printing. A good monitor is the best defense in combating bad color rendition. Apple consistently comes out with monitors that define the industry standard for photographers and digital printers. The color rendition is seamless when paired with a colorimeter and you can always be sure you are seeing accurate colors.

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  • Apple Cinema HD Display (30" flat panel)

    5.0

    great!

    Written by OC from Arkport

    17/11/2009

    my aunt and uncle have this! it is awesome they are graphic designers so it it really helps them

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