Acer B196L A 19" Class SXGA LED Monitor - 5:4 - Dark Gray - UM.CB6AA.A03
The Acer B196L A 19" SXGA Monitor commands a premium price relative to larger widescreen displays because it is engineered as a highly specialized, low-volume commercial tool rather than a mass-market consumer accessory. Its rare 5:4 square aspect ratio provides the specific physical footprint required to seamlessly drop into legacy IT architecture, server racks, medical carts, and point-of-sale environments without forcing organizations into expensive system re-engineering. When combined with an industrial-grade, fully articulating IPS panel that preserves image clarity at sharp viewing angles, built-in multimedia audio, and stringent enterprise compliance certifications, the total cost of ownership translates directly into long-term hardware reliability, workplace versatility, and infrastructure stability that budget 22-inch monitors simply cannot match.
| Premium Attribute | Technical Specification | Enterprise Value & ROI Justification |
|---|---|---|
| Niche Form Factor | 19" Screen | SXGA (1280 x 1024) | 5:4 Square Ratio | Low-volume specialized glass cutting drives up manufacturing costs. Drop-in replacement for legacy server racks, flight sims, medical carts, and point-of-sale systems without costly hardware redesigns. |
| Advanced Display Tech | In-Plane Switching (IPS) Panel | 178°/178° Viewing Angles | Unlike cheap, color-shifting TN panels used in budget 22" screens, this industrial IPS glass prevents image distortion when viewed from steep side or vertical angles in active workspaces. |
| Full Industrial Ergonomics | Acer ErgoStand: 150mm Height, 90° Pivot, 120° Swivel, 35° Tilt | Heavy-duty mechanical spring track enables seamless shifting into full Portrait Mode. Provides maximum physiological comfort for multi-user shifts, reducing workplace strain. |
| Comprehensive Workspace | Dual Built-in Speakers | VESA Mountable (100x100mm) | Eliminates the cost, cable clutter, and desktop footprint of external computer speakers. Clean integration with standard articulating arm or wall mounting hardware. |
| Commercial Compliance | TCO Certified | Energy Star Rated | Mercury-Free EPEAT | Meets rigorous corporate procurement guidelines, carbon-footprint mandates, and energy-efficiency metrics. Built to withstand grueling 24/7 business life cycles. |
General Information
Manufacturer: Acer, IncManufacturer Part Number: UM.CB6AA.A03
Manufacturer Website Address: http://us.acer.com
Brand Name: Acer
Product Series: B6
Product Model: B196L A
Product Name: B196L A LED Monitor
Marketing Information:
Marketing Information from the Manufacturer
Product Type: LED Monitor
Technical Information
Number of Screens: 1Screen Size Class: 19"
Viewable Screen Size: 19"
Screen Mode: SXGA
Panel Technology: In-plane Switching (IPS) Technology
Response Time: 5 ms
Response Time Details: 5 ms GTG
Aspect Ratio: 5:4
Pixel Pitch: 0.29400 mm x 0.29400 mm
Horizontal Viewing Angle: 178°
Vertical Viewing Angle: 178°
Backlight Technology: LED
Mount Type: Wall Mountable
Curved Screen: No
Stand Adjustments:
- Height
- Swivel
Active Display Area (H x V): 14.80" x 11.85"
Video
Maximum Resolution: 1280 x 1024Standard Refresh Rate: 60 Hz
Color Supported: 16.7 Million Colors
Native Contrast Ratio: 1,000:1
Dynamic Contrast Ratio: 100,000,000:1
Brightness: 250 Nit
Audio
Number of Speakers: 2Speakers: Yes
Interfaces/Ports
HDMI: YesVGA: Yes
Total Number of HDMI Ports: 1
Physical Characteristics
VESA Mount Compatible: YesColor Family: Gray
Product Color: Dark Gray
Height: 13.3"
Width: 16"
Depth: 2"
Height with Stand: 21.03"
Width with Stand: 16"
Depth with Stand: 8.70"
Weight (Approximate): 6.08 lb
Weight with Stand (Approximate): 11.75 lb
Miscellaneous
Package Contents:1 x B196L A LED Monitor1 x HDMI Cable1 x Power Cord (US)Country of Origin: China
TCO Certified: Yes
Environmentally Friendly: Yes
Environmental Certification: Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool Bronze (EPEAT Bronze)
