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Samsung SyncMaster 943B 19" Monitor
Experience crisp, professional-grade visuals with the Samsung 943B 19-inch LCD monitor featuring 1280x1024 SXGA resolution, dual VGA and DVI-D connectivity, and ultra-fast 5ms response time. This refurbished business-grade display delivers exceptional image quality with 8,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio and 300 cd/m² brightness, perfect for professional workstations and office environments. Professionally refurbished by Reboot IT and backed by a comprehensive 12-month warranty. Please note: this unit does not include a stand or base.
What Makes the Samsung 943B a Reliable Professional Monitor Choice?
- Professional 5:4 Aspect Ratio Display: The 1280×1024 SXGA resolution provides optimal screen real estate for business applications, CAD work, and document viewing with pixel-perfect clarity and excellent text readability.
- Dual Connectivity Options: Both VGA (15-pin D-Sub) and DVI-D digital inputs ensure compatibility with legacy systems and modern graphics cards, supporting seamless integration into any professional setup.
- Ultra-Fast Response Performance: The 5ms grey-to-grey response time eliminates motion blur and ghosting, delivering smooth performance for video playback, presentations, and general computing tasks.
- High Dynamic Contrast Technology: 8,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio with 300 cd/m² brightness produces vibrant colors and sharp image definition across the full 16.7 million color spectrum.
- Wide Viewing Angles: 170°/160° horizontal and vertical viewing angles maintain color accuracy and contrast consistency, ideal for collaborative work environments and multi-user scenarios.
- Anti-Glare Surface Treatment: Reduces eye strain during extended use and minimizes reflections in bright office environments, enhancing productivity throughout long work sessions.
How Does the Samsung 943B Perform in Daily Business Use?
The Samsung SyncMaster 943B excels in professional environments where accurate color reproduction and crisp text display are essential. The 5:4 aspect ratio maximizes vertical screen space, making it particularly effective for document editing, spreadsheet analysis, and CAD applications. The 0.294mm pixel pitch ensures exceptionally sharp text rendering, reducing eye fatigue during extended reading and data entry tasks.
For multi-monitor setups, the 943B's consistent color reproduction and wide viewing angles create seamless visual continuity across displays. The anti-glare surface treatment performs exceptionally well under fluorescent office lighting, maintaining visibility without reflective distractions. The dual input capability allows users to connect both a primary workstation and secondary device simultaneously, switching between sources as needed.
While the display lacks built-in speakers and USB connectivity, its focus remains on delivering pure visual performance. The TFT-LCD panel with TN technology provides rapid pixel switching ideal for presentations and general office applications, though it's worth noting that color accuracy may vary slightly at extreme viewing angles compared to IPS alternatives.
Complete Technical Specifications
| Screen Size | 19" (48.3 cm) Viewable |
| Panel Type | TFT-LCD (TN), RGB Vertical Stripe, Anti-Glare |
| Aspect Ratio | 5:4 |
| Native Resolution | 1280 × 1024 (SXGA) |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.294 (H) × 0.294 (V) mm |
| Active Display Area | 376.32 (H) × 301.056 (V) mm |
| Brightness | 300 cd/m² |
| Static Contrast | 1,000:1 |
| Dynamic Contrast | 8,000:1 (DCR) |
| Response Time | 5ms (Grey-to-Grey) |
| Viewing Angles | 170° (H) / 160° (V) at CR > 10 |
| Colors | 16.7 million |
| VGA Input | 1× 15-pin D-Sub (Analog RGB) |
| DVI Input | 1× DVI-D (Digital) |
| Signal Support | Analog RGB, DVI Digital |
| Sync Input | Separate H/V, Composite, Sync-on-Green |
| Horizontal Frequency | 30–81 kHz (Automatic) |
| Vertical Frequency | 56–75 Hz (Automatic) |
| Maximum Pixel Clock | 135 MHz |
| Plug & Play | DDC 2B Compatible |
| VESA Mount | 75 × 75 mm |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 405.6 × 355.2 × 63.8 mm (Without Stand) |
| Weight | Approximately 3.8 kg (Without Stand) |
| Built-in Speakers | No |
| USB Hub | No |
| HDCP Support | No |
Is the Samsung 943B Right for Your Needs?
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✓ Best For: • Professional office workstations • Document editing and spreadsheet work • CAD and engineering applications • Multi-monitor business setups • Budget-conscious professional environments |
✗ Not Recommended For: • Gaming or high-refresh applications • Photo editing requiring wide color gamut • Video streaming and entertainment • Users requiring built-in speakers • Modern HDMI device connectivity |
Understanding Condition Grades and Battery Health
While monitors don't have batteries, our comprehensive grading system ensures complete transparency about cosmetic condition and functionality. Each Samsung 943B monitor undergoes rigorous testing of the display panel, backlighting uniformity, dead pixel inspection, and connectivity verification.
| A — Excellent | No scratches, pristine bezels, like-new appearance | Zero dead pixels, perfect backlight uniformity |
| B — Good | Minor keyboard marks or light scratches, good overall condition | 1-3 dead pixels maximum, good backlight consistency |
| C — Fair | Visible scratches up to 5cm, functional but shows wear | Up to 5 dead pixels, possible minor backlight variations |
All units undergo Reboot IT's Verified Refurb process, including complete display panel testing, signal input verification, and comprehensive quality assurance before dispatch.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Samsung 943B
What warranty is included with this monitor?
Every Samsung 943B comes with a comprehensive 12-month warranty provided by Reboot IT, covering all functionality and manufacturing defects from the date of purchase.
Does this monitor include a stand or mounting hardware?
No, this unit does not include a stand or base. It features standard 75×75mm VESA mounting holes for compatible monitor arms or wall mounts (sold separately).
Can I connect this to modern computers with HDMI ports?
Yes, using a HDMI-to-DVI adapter cable. The monitor accepts DVI-D digital signals, which are electrically compatible with HDMI video output from most modern graphics cards and computers.
What's the difference between VGA and DVI inputs on this monitor?
DVI provides superior digital signal quality with sharper text and no analog conversion artifacts. VGA is analog and may show slight softness compared to DVI, but remains fully functional for older systems.
Is this monitor suitable for dual-screen setups?
Absolutely. The 943B's consistent color reproduction and matching bezels make it ideal for multi-monitor configurations in professional environments where screen uniformity is important.
How does the 5:4 aspect ratio compare to widescreen monitors?
The 5:4 ratio provides more vertical space than widescreen alternatives, making it particularly effective for document work, coding, and applications where vertical screen real estate is valuable.
What refurbishment process does this monitor undergo?
Each unit receives comprehensive testing including dead pixel inspection, backlight uniformity checking, input connectivity verification, and complete cosmetic assessment before being certified for resale.
Warranty and After-Sales Support
Your Samsung SyncMaster 943B monitor is protected by a comprehensive 12-month warranty provided by Reboot IT, covering all manufacturing defects and functionality issues from the date of purchase. This warranty includes display panel defects, backlight failures, input connectivity problems, and any hardware malfunctions that occur under normal usage conditions.
Warranty claims are processed efficiently through Reboot IT's dedicated support team, with repair or replacement options available depending on the specific issue. Our experienced technicians understand the Samsung 943B thoroughly, having refurbished and tested hundreds of these professional monitors through our Verified Refurb process.
For technical support, compatibility questions, or warranty claims, contact Reboot IT directly through our established support channels. As Australia's trusted refurbished computer specialist since 2001, we stand behind every device we sell with professional after-sales support and reliable warranty service.
Upgradeability and Compatibility Options
The Samsung 943B monitor offers excellent compatibility with both legacy and modern systems through its dual VGA and DVI-D inputs. For newer computers with HDMI outputs, a simple HDMI-to-DVI adapter cable enables full digital connectivity with optimal image quality. The monitor supports standard VESA 75×75mm mounting patterns, making it compatible with a wide range of monitor arms, wall mounts, and desk clamps for flexible positioning.
While the monitor itself isn't upgradeable, its DDC 2B plug-and-play compatibility ensures automatic resolution and refresh rate detection with modern operating systems including Windows 10, Windows 11, macOS, and various Linux distributions. The wide input frequency range (30-81kHz horizontal, 56-75Hz vertical) provides excellent compatibility across different graphics cards and display adapters, ensuring long-term usability as your system evolves.
| Features | Wall Mountable |
| Condition | A |
| Model | SYNCMASTER 943 |
| Video Inputs | DVI-D,VGA D-Sub |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz |
| Display Type | TN LCD |
| Dimensions | 439mmx357.3mmx190mm |
| Response Time | 6ms |
| Brand | Samsung |
| Screen Size | 19" |
| Maximum Resolution | 1280x1024 |
| Brightness | 300 cd/m2 |
| Most Suitable For | Casual Computing |
| Contrast Ratio | 1000:1 |
| Warranty | 3 months |
| Weight | 4.85kgs |
| Aspect Ratio | 5:4 |
| Product Line | SyncMaster |
Refurbished Computers - Cosmetic Grading Guide
Our supplier's refurbished hardware is typically graded either "Excellent" or "Good", however, some legacy products were graded under a letter grading system (A, B, C). Please find the definitions for each grade below and contact us if you're uncertain of a device's grade.
Used Smartphone / Refurbished Mobile Phones
"Excellent" Grade
Devices in this category appear like new, with very minor wear. Expect light or fine scratches on the screen that are shallow enough not to catch on a fingernail. The edge around the glass is virtually flawless, save for possible light scratching around the power port. The back plate may show light/fine scratches, including on the Apple logo, with any discoloration being minimal.
"Good" Grade
These devices are characterized by being fully tested and functional even if they have body scratches, minor paint chips, or a small hairline crack on the screen. Screens are free from dead pixels but may exhibit slight scratching from moderate use.
Refurbished Desktops, Laptops and Monitors
"Excellent" Grade - Laptops
Reserved for units that show barely any signs of previous use, these laptops may exhibit very minor scuffing or abrasions, associated only with minimal standard use. The keyboards show light wear, and importantly, the screens are pristine, free from any scratches, cracks, chips, dead pixels, dark spots, discoloration, or blemishes.
"Excellent" Grade - Desktops
Desktop PCs in the "Excellent" grade category are free from deep scratches, cracks, paint chips, or any broken/missing pieces, ensuring a sleek and almost-new aesthetic.
"Excellent" Grade - Monitors
"Excellent" grade is reserved for units that show evidence of very little to no previous use. Any wear on an "Excellent" Display, including housing/frame and/or external surfaces (i.e. Frame) is associated with standard minimal use. "Excellent" units may have minor scuffing and / or minor abrasions on plastics with from standard light previous use."Excellent" Displays will feature no scratches, cracks, chips, dead pixels, dark spots, discoloration or blemishes. Units will only feature the standard minimal wear and tear that is associated with a used unit.
"Good" Grade - Laptops
"Good" laptops may feature one or several small dings or dents on covers and / or small paint chips on the surface or small hairline cracks in the bezel. Laptop screens may feature uneven light diffusion in screen and may feature subtle blemishes. "Good" Laptops will not feature cracks screens but may feature slight scratching, dead pixels or white spots on the screen.
"Good" Grade - Desktops
"Good" grade desktops may have light scratches on external body and may feature more excessive unit housing and/or external case wear than "Excellent" units, including wear on case / lid. "Good" PCs may feature one or several small dings or dents on covers and / or small paint chips on the surface.
"Good" Grade - Monitors
Displays in the "Good" grade have been fully tested and are functional but may include scratches on body, small paint chips, minor cracks on body, loose and/or wobbly bases. "Good" Display screens may feature uneven light diffusion in screen and may feature subtle to moderate blemishes. "Good" Displays will not feature cracks on screens but may feature slight scratching on screen surfaces from moderate use or wear, dead pixels or white spots on the screen.
Legacy letter grading
Used Smartphone / Refurbished Mobile Phones
A Grade
- No chips, scratches or cracks on the front glass and housing
- No missing or alternative parts
- No sign of liquid damage
- Battery cannot be swollen
B Grade – Same as A Grade except:
- May have light scuffs but no chips or cracks
- Light scratches on housing or front glass
C-Grade – Same as B Grade except:
- Unlimited long shallow scratches on the front glass
- No chips or cracks on the front glass
- Unlimited scratches, chips/dents on back cover housing and corners
- Minor cracks allowed
- Customized housing and aftermarket covers allowed
Refurbished Desktops, Laptops and Monitors
A-Grade
- Overall excellent to very good cosmetic condition. Some may be pristine, others may have light scratches or minor blemishes
- Laptops may have some shiny areas around the keyboard such as the space bar, touchpad or touchpad buttons
- Keyboard keys will be in excellent condition
- Laptop and monitor screens will be blemish free
- Cosmetic blemishes will not impact the overall functionality or performance of the device
B-Grade
- Will have some cosmetic blemishes that include scratches and/or other imperfections
- Minor scratches and dents on the housing
- Laptops may have shiny keys or shiny surfaces around the keyboard however all characters will be legible
- Laptop and monitors screens will have imperfections such as minor scratches, minor chips and/or white spots. There will be no cracking on the screen
- Have the same warranty as A Grade
- Pricing will be cheaper than A Grade
C-Grade
- Same as B-Grade except may have unlimited scratches/blemishes on the screen
- May have cracks/chips or dents on the housing
- Have the same warranty as A Grade
- Pricing will be cheaper than B Grade
