The LM729 is the first monitor in a new line of flat-panel displays designed by AOC in collaboration with Lunar, an industrial design firm that recently won three BusinessWeek Industrial Design Excellence awards. In addition to the new look, the monitor features advanced adjustability functions, including 25-degree tilt, 70-degree swivel and 110mm height-adjustment. The screen can be rotated 90-degrees for portrait or landscape viewing mode, and the included Pivot Pro® software simplifies switching between these two modes.

The slim LM729 measures 15.1”W x 9.1”D x 15.7” – 19.9”H, depending on the height-adjustment, allowing for increased workspace. Built-in speakers and a base with a concealed storage tray help users to maximize desktop space. The LM729 can also be wall-mounted with a separate VESA (Video Electronics Standards Association) compatible arm and bracket.

“Business users frequently work in cramped spaces, where desktop real-estate is rare and precious, and having a slim LCD display, in particular a display they can adjust to fit their workspace, can help ease the clutter,” said Tam Chiang, AOC general manager, USA distribution division. “The ultra-thin LM729 features premium adjustability functions at an affordable price, not to mention a style that will be the envy of any office. Extra enhancements like a base that doubles as a storage tray are a welcome addition to any cluttered desk.”

The LM729 is now available through authorized AOC distributors and online retailers. The estimated street price is $395. All AOC monitors are backed by a comprehensive three-year warranty, during which AOC will repair, replace or rebuild products at no charge. The LM729 also qualifies for the EASE replacement program. Through the EASE program, AOC will replace monitors at no additional charge for up to one year after purchase, should anything go wrong. AOC offers toll free customer assistance at 888 662 9888, Web-based technical support and a 24-hour RMA (return merchandise authorization) tracking system.

About AOC Monitors
Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, AOC Monitors has nearly 20 years of computer monitor design and manufacturing experience. AOC has established an extensive distribution network, reaching more than 60 countries worldwide across North America, South America, Europe and Asia. The company's product lineup ranges from standard CRT (cathode ray tube) to ultra-thin LCD (liquid crystal display) monitors. All AOC monitors offer sophisticated features at affordable prices, providing the best value in the market without compromising quality or reliability. Additionally, AOC is dedicated to providing full support for its solution provider and reseller partners through its AOC INSITE™ partner program.

AOC is a brand of EPI, which is part of TPV Technology Limited (TPV). TPV has been recognized with International Standards Organization 9001 and 14001 accreditations. In 2002, TPV was ranked the second-largest manufacturer of computer monitors in the world*. The company is expected to maintain this standing and to be ranked 4th in LCD production worldwide** in 2003. TPV is based in Taiwan and traded publicly on the Hong Kong & Singapore Stock Exchanges.

* based on sales data to date
** based on projected sales

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