17” Studio Display
(CRT)
History
Introduced: July 19, 2000
Discontinued: May 21, 2001
Original Retail Price: $499
Model #: M7768
Tech Specs
Screen Size (Viewable): 17.0”
Maximum Resolution: 1600 x 1200
Display Type: CRT (Diamondtron)
Connector Type: ADC
Condition & Notes
This unit was purchased from the original owner, and is in excellent condition. It’s complete with all the original packaging, foam bag, and documentation.
The clear acrylic ADC-based CRT Studio Display was introduced with the G4 Cube in 2000, and was discontinued in 2001. It is notable for being the final CRT-based standalone computer display that Apple ever made. However, the iMac G3 was on sale until early 2003, almost two years after this model was discontinued, and the CRT-based eMac was on sale until 2006.
When I acquired the display I disassembled it and removed the rear outer housing and CRT shield for cleaning, and I also polished the case using acrylic polish, which greatly enhanced its appearance.
Packaging
Display
The display has a built-in dual-port USB hub.
ADC connector, which still has its protective plastic cap.
Documentation
Setup guide, regulatory & warranty info, registration pamphlet, and ColorSync calibration target.
This item, which has its own envelope, is a visual color calibration target. It is used with the ColorSync Calibration Assistant to adjust the display to render colors optimally. Because the target is a well-defined neutral gray tone, it can be used to adjust display properties so that a color swatch on screen is the “same” gray when viewed through the hole in the target. This would be important in many creative professional applications that use color graphics.
With Power Mac G4 Cube
In my opinion, this display paired with the Cube and peripherals is the most gorgeous desktop computer setup of all time.
The dark refresh line only appears in photos (as is typical with CRT displays) - the display image looks great in person.