Temperature
Color temperature is a method to measure the white color tone, generally indicated in degrees Kelvin. The
screen becomes reddish at a low temperature, and bluish at a high temperature, like the flame temperature.
5000 K: Slightly reddish white
6500 K: White referred to as daylight-balanced color
9300 K: Slightly bluish white
VESA DPM (Video Electronics Standards Association - Display Power
Management)
VESA specifications achieve increased energy efficiency for computer monitors. This involves
standardization of signals sent from the computer (graphics board).
DPM defines the status of signals transmitted between the computer and monitor.
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