GARDEN GROVE, Calif., July 22, 2003 (PRIMEZONE) -- KDS USA, a leading provider of monitors and related computer peripherals, today announced a price reduction on its 15- and 17-inch radius line-up of flat panel monitor models in time for `back-to-school.'
As a result of the markdown, two of the company's 15-inch radius monitors, the Rad-5 and Rad-5c are priced under $300, while KDS USA's pair of 17-inch radius models, the Rad-7xp and Rad-7c, are currently below $400.
Through the products' sleek and slender profiles, the LCD monitors provide an ideal computer display for users seeking to conserve valuable desktop space and energy. Via the monitors' inherent flat panel technology, users reduce energy cost by half while saving nearly 70 percent of the desktop space required for similar CRT models.
"With the `back-to-school' season quickly approaching, KDS USA is offering students, their families and other consumers the best value possible for the latest in flat panel displays," said Erin Rippee, president, marketing at Garden Grove, Calif.-based KDS USA.
The following are a description of the KDS USA's affordable radius models:
Rad-5
KDS USA's 15-inch Rad-5 features premium functionality throughout its slender silver and blue chassis. The monitor includes advanced on-screen controls, an acute 0.297mm pixel pitch and 1024x768 resolution. In addition, the Rad-5 has a maximum displayable color rate of 16.7M for optimum-quality color imaging while connecting to an existing PC's VGA graphics card.
The Rad-5 is currently available online at www.buy.com and through consumer electronics retailer MicroCenter for an estimated street price (ESP) of $269.
Rad-5c
Within its sleek and attractive design, the Rad-5c combines performance and style. Via its sharp 0.297mm pixel pitch, 1024x768 resolution and a maximum displayable color rate of 16.7M for optimum-quality color imaging, the monitor affords users rich colors and crisp viewing. KDS USA's Rad-5c also includes advanced on-screen controls as well as built-in speakers. The 15-inch display is currently available online at www.buy.com and through consumer electronics retailers Walmart and MicroCenter for an estimated street price (ESP) of $279.
Rad-7xp
Through its thin and stylish chassis, the Rad-7xp provides users with a larger format flat panel display. KDS USA's 17-inch flat panel monitor also features a precise 0.264 pixel pitch, vibrant 1280x1024 resolution and 16.7M optimum-quality color imaging. The monitor also features advanced on-screen controls and connects to existing PCs' VGA graphics cards to facilitate consumer use. The Rad-7xp is currently available at www.buy.com and other online retailers for an estimated street price (ESP) of $385.
Rad-7c
With an ultra-thin charcoal and gray design and ergonomic features, the Rad-7c is an ideal display for dormitory, home and office use. In addition to including the Rad-7xp's comprehensive feature set, the 17-inch display also touts dual stereo speakers for superior sound quality. KDS USA's Rad-7c is currently available through consumer electronics retailer Walmart for an estimated street price (ESP) of $399.
KDS USA's monitors are all backed by a three-year limited parts and labor warranty in addition to the innovative KDS Advanced Replacement Expressed Service (KARES) program. Through this program, KDS USA replaces a customer's defective product with another monitor in advance of receiving the item.
About KDS USA
KDS USA, one of the world's largest providers of monitors and related computer peripherals was founded in 1995 with headquarters in Garden Grove, Calif. By providing affordable, technologically advanced products and comprehensive customer support programs, KDS USA fulfills its mission of offering great value to its target markets including small office/home office, Fortune 500, government and education customers. Its products are sold through retail, distribution and reseller channels.
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