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Revainrating 4 out of 5

Works great, no auto shut off.

I use this as a permanent monitor connected to my surface dock. It works great (I don't use a touchscreen) but I was surprised that the monitor doesn't turn off automatically when there is no signal like most other monitors. When I disconnect I have to remember to press the power button otherwise I'll come back to the room later and see a screen saying "no signal". No deal breaker, otherwise it would have been 5 stars. A compact screen that doesn't take up too much desk space is worth it.

What benefits does 60Hz Glossy Screen Planar Helium PCT2235 Resolution Monitor (‎997-8286-00) offer?
  • 21.5 inches
What are the cons of 60Hz Glossy Screen Planar Helium PCT2235 Resolution Monitor (‎997-8286-00)?
  • Limited brightness

High quality touch monitor and stylish appearance. A significant drawback is the presence of touch buttons. Why would a manufacturer think that having touch buttons on the front of a touchmonitor that are designed to be touched is a good idea? We constantly accidentally touch the menu or power buttons due to their location. Very unfortunate location of such sensitive keys. In addition, the built-in speakers are very weak. Build quality is good apart from the terrible touch buttons. Image…

What are the positive aspects of 60Hz Glossy Screen Planar Helium PCT2235 Resolution Monitor (‎997-8286-00)?
  • ‎1920x1080
What are the problems of using 60Hz Glossy Screen Planar Helium PCT2235 Resolution Monitor (‎997-8286-00)?
  • expensive insurance

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Good touchscreen / works well with TouchOSC

I bought it in 2018 and it was sitting and collecting dust as I tried and failed to get it to work with the Mac system. BUT lately I've been using it with TouchOSC on Win10 and it's been great! TouchOSC is a tool that allows you to create scripted touchscreen control panels that output MIDI and OSC control values. I use it for music applications but it can be used for anything. Anyway, I'm very happy with it: it's just the right size for me for a touchscreen controller: much larger than my iPad

What are the pros of 60Hz Glossy Screen Planar Helium PCT2235 Resolution Monitor (‎997-8286-00)?
  • ‎Planar Systems, Inc.
What are the downsides to using 60Hz Glossy Screen Planar Helium PCT2235 Resolution Monitor (‎997-8286-00)?
  • The appearance

Revainrating 5 out of 5

AMAZING FOR A COMPUTER

I have 3 of these for my computer and love them, sometimes I just need to quickly press a button in a game or just zoom in and out on a website and it makes it so easy. Excellent quality. I like racks in the back too, but mine are on the arms.

What are the positive aspects of 60Hz Glossy Screen Planar Helium PCT2235 Resolution Monitor (‎997-8286-00)?
  • computers and accessories
What are the trade-offs of 60Hz Glossy Screen Planar Helium PCT2235 Resolution Monitor (‎997-8286-00)?
  • The monitor stand is too wobbly.

Revainrating 4 out of 5

The monitor has lived up to expectations.

The touch screen worked well. I haven't seen any issues with image quality. I want the controls to be real buttons, or at least labeled. Anyway, I'll have to look in the manual to find the touch controls. It's too early to talk about reliability.

What are the perks associated with 60Hz Glossy Screen Planar Helium PCT2235 Resolution Monitor (‎997-8286-00)?
  • ‎1920x1080 pixels
What are the drawbacks of 60Hz Glossy Screen Planar Helium PCT2235 Resolution Monitor (‎997-8286-00)?
  • negative is present

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Finally set up a fully-fledged working with the Raspberry Pi!

PCT2235 I used this with Raspberry Pi. At first I was very upset. He would not let go of the touch, and I had many oddities. Although the screen was nice. I found a solution to my problem and wanted to post for others. Edit /boot/config.txt and add usbhid.mousepoll=0 at the end and then reboot. Now it works fantastic and I am very happy with my purchase. Note that the VESA mount screw holes are quite small. During assembly you may need washers, spacers or shorter screws. Bonus: You don't have…

What are the reasons to consider 60Hz Glossy Screen Planar Helium PCT2235 Resolution Monitor (‎997-8286-00)?
  • Elegant design
What are the shortcomings associated with 60Hz Glossy Screen Planar Helium PCT2235 Resolution Monitor (‎997-8286-00)?
  • I am not sure

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Responsive and clear screen with a 3-year warranty

I ordered a 22-inch planar PCT2235 touchscreen monitor with projected capacitive touch technology that registers up to 10 simultaneous touch points. I researched for a long time and my husband also helped. The monitor is fast, responsive and tilts easily. It works well with our Windows 10 and installation was easy. The screen looks the same everywhere and does not need to be calibrated. The reason I was very interested in this planar was the three year warranty and two day replacement…

What positive qualities does 60Hz Glossy Screen Planar Helium PCT2235 Resolution Monitor (‎997-8286-00) possess?
  • OS Compatibility - Windows 7, 8, 10 - HID Compliant - No drivers required for basic touchscreen operation. Power supply 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
What are the cons of 60Hz Glossy Screen Planar Helium PCT2235 Resolution Monitor (‎997-8286-00)?
  • Poor contrast: If the black and white levels aren't set correctly, the image on the screen can look washed out or too dark.

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Great for older people.

Got this for my 83 year old father who was having trouble manipulating the mouse on his computer for fine control. It reminded me that I need to buy him a bigger toilet. Definitely, yes, he can move around on his computer very easily these days, which in itself is an achievement as his first computer at his age was an abacus. But definitely a good buy for a touchscreen.

What are the perks associated with 60Hz Glossy Screen Planar Helium PCT2235 Resolution Monitor (‎997-8286-00)?
  • Good price
What are the trade-offs of 60Hz Glossy Screen Planar Helium PCT2235 Resolution Monitor (‎997-8286-00)?
  • The monitor is too heavy to move.

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Fell off my desk 4 times and still works

It is wonderful. It's been over a year. It fell off my portable desk 4 times in a year and still works! The display cracked last fall. But it still works. The picture on the screen is still great!

What are the key selling points of 60Hz Glossy Screen Planar Helium PCT2235 Resolution Monitor (‎997-8286-00)?
  • Its slim profile takes up minimal desk space.
What are the problems of using 60Hz Glossy Screen Planar Helium PCT2235 Resolution Monitor (‎997-8286-00)?
  • The high cost of top models.

Revainrating 5 out of 5

What about the great monitor!

This is a great gaming monitor and very light. I had to buy a smaller monitor. I have a 27 inch of the same brand but I needed a 22 inch. Initially, I made the mistake of buying ACER. He had ghost fingers. Sent back and received the same wonderful product. Thank you, I love these monitors.

What are the key selling points of 60Hz Glossy Screen Planar Helium PCT2235 Resolution Monitor (‎997-8286-00)?
  • Elegant design
What are the drawbacks of 60Hz Glossy Screen Planar Helium PCT2235 Resolution Monitor (‎997-8286-00)?
  • I am not sure

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Beware! You must connect a USB cable for the touchscreen to work.

If you only connect the monitor cable, it will not work. The minimalist leadership describes this almost as "by the way". caption. The touchscreen works well but I'm not a fan of the old 1920 x 1080 TV but it looks like most if not all are touchscreens. I connected it to a Wacom Mobile Studio Pro 16 as an "extended" monitor. I will continue to rate it and update my review later. If the low resolution doesn't bother me in the long run, I'll leave it alone. I think that's a normal value for the…

What are the positive aspects of 60Hz Glossy Screen Planar Helium PCT2235 Resolution Monitor (‎997-8286-00)?
  • Outstanding overall performance
What negative features does 60Hz Glossy Screen Planar Helium PCT2235 Resolution Monitor (‎997-8286-00) have?
  • unreliable

Revainrating 3 out of 5

Good screen, bad stand

Poor stand design but the screen works well. Why not put the bushings on the side instead of the back? You can only lean back up to a certain point, then the power and SDMI cables get in the way. I was hoping to fold it almost flat, which would make the touchscreen more useful.

What are the favorable features of 60Hz Glossy Screen Planar Helium PCT2235 Resolution Monitor (‎997-8286-00)?
  • With a high refresh rate, movies and games look smooth.
What are the downsides to using 60Hz Glossy Screen Planar Helium PCT2235 Resolution Monitor (‎997-8286-00)?
  • The appearance

Revainrating 5 out of 5

GREAT touchscreen! the best in my rating

Arrived very quickly, loved the Prime! Very good size, not too big not too small, just big enough to be a bit mobile if you have a decent bag for it. Touch is excellent and super responsive. Yes, touch-sensitive power buttons and on-screen display options suck, but that's not a problem. Really good screen! The ONLY issue I've had so far (it's worked for just over 12 hours), my laptop with a built in touchscreen was already having a small issue with the touch aspect of the flat panel, I had to…

What benefits does 60Hz Glossy Screen Planar Helium PCT2235 Resolution Monitor (‎997-8286-00) offer?
  • ‎997-8286-00
What are the shortcomings associated with 60Hz Glossy Screen Planar Helium PCT2235 Resolution Monitor (‎997-8286-00)?
  • sad packaging

Revainrating 5 out of 5

No more wrist pain / carpal tunnel

This touch screen solved all my wrist problems. I work from home and copy/paste a lot on a daily basis. I've tried so many different mice (mice?) but my wrist hurt on every one. Bought it with the monitor stand and no more wrist pain from using a mouse! The best investment! I have a Windows i3 (Dell) operating system and this monitor didn't work with an HDMI connection but it did with a VGA cable which is fine as my computer accepts both.

What positive qualities does 60Hz Glossy Screen Planar Helium PCT2235 Resolution Monitor (‎997-8286-00) possess?
  • Narrow bezels provide a modern look and increase the field of view.
What negative qualities does 60Hz Glossy Screen Planar Helium PCT2235 Resolution Monitor (‎997-8286-00) possess?
  • Not bad

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Great touch monitor

The first computer monitor I owned was the Planar. This one didn't disappoint. I really like this monitor, Windows 10 installed without any problems. Read the instructions, it must be connected to USB for the touchscreen to work, also connect to HDMI to use as a second laptop screen. The reason I bought it is the stand, it's almost the same height as my 17 inch laptop.

What benefits does 60Hz Glossy Screen Planar Helium PCT2235 Resolution Monitor (‎997-8286-00) offer?
  • quick change
What are the negative aspects of 60Hz Glossy Screen Planar Helium PCT2235 Resolution Monitor (‎997-8286-00)?
  • Inadequate customer service