Enhance your productivity with the ViewSonic VG1655 15.6" 16:9 Portable IPS Monitor. Using this portable 1920 x 1080 Full HD resolution monitor as a second screen while working from your laptop provides you with extended viewing space for working on large projects, efficient multitasking, and collaboration. Computers and other sources can be connected through the mini-HDMI port or USB Type-C ports using the included cables. Reduce desktop clutter by transferring video, audio, and power through a single USB Type-C cable to compatible laptops.

An integrated fold-out stand allows you to orient the screen in either landscape or portrait mode for optimal efficiency while the included screen protector safeguards the screen surface. With its built-in stereo speakers, the ViewSonic VG1655 can also be used as a standalone monitor for entertainment when you're done working. Simply hook it up to a compatible video game console or video streaming device and sit back.

Open Box Products Have a Limited 3-Year Manufacturer Warranty    15.6" In-Plane Switching (IPS) Panel    USB Type-C + Mini-HDMI Inputs    1920 x 1080 Full HD Resolution    800:1 Static Contrast Ratio    250 nits Brightness    178°/178° Viewing Angles    14 ms Response Time (GtG)    16.2 Million Colors    Portable Design

Measuring less than an inch thick and weighing under two pounds, the ViewSonic VG1655 portable monitor is designed to be stored quickly in a bag for easy travel.

The 15.6" In-Plane Switching (IPS) anti-glare screen delivers up to 16.2 million colors with support for 1920 x 1080 Full HD resolution video. Other features include a 800:1 static contrast ratio, a 250 nits brightness, 14 ms response time (6.5 ms in Overdrive mode), and 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angles that allow you to see the picture from almost any position.

Using the ViewSonic VG1655 as a second screen helps to expand your viewing space for improved multitasking efficiency, presentations, collaboration, and more.

Connect devices to the monitor through the mini-HDMI or USB Type-C ports. Both USB Type-C ports support video, audio, and power delivery with compatible laptops.

The fold-out stand works alongside the screen cover to tilt the screen up to 60° to suit your comfort. You can also orient the screen in either landscape or portrait mode to view documents and photos.

With the 0.8W stereo speaker system, you can use the ViewSonic VG1655 as a standalone monitor to enjoy movies, shows, and games. Connect headphones to the 3.5mm audio jack for added privacy.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Can this be calibrated with something like the X-Rite i1Display Pro?

A: Yes, colorimeters like the X-Rite i1Display Pro would work. Please note that these monitors aren't meant to be editing monitors and colors may still appear a bit off, even after calibration.

Q: 2. Can you use this monitor as a primary (boot) monitor when connecting via the HDMI port? (thinking of a rack-mounted computer that only occasionally needs a monitor connected)

A: Yes, as long as the host device an initialize a digital video connection from boot you would be fine.

Q: 3. Will this portable monitor work with a Mac Mini M1 through the usb-c port?

A: Yes this monitor will work with the M1 Mac mini

Q: 4. Can the usb ports send video out? For example can I take video in via HDMI and then send video out to a webcam through USB C?

A: The USB C ports on the ViewSonic VG1655 15.6" 16:9 Portable IPS Monitor, (B&H # VIVG1655), would not allow you to use a webcam. In this scenario, you would need to connect a USB C cable to power the monitor, the webcam would need to connect directly to the computer you are using the monitor with.

Q: 5. How does the color and quality compare to a MacBook Pro screen? I'd like to use it as a secondary screen for video editing while on the road.

A: This monitor has 6bit+FRC for 16.7m colors. It does not have the color capabilities of a MacBook Pro screen.

Q: 6. Can you hook up two of these at a time to a laptop?

A: Yes, you can hook up two of these ViewSonic VG1655 15.6" 16:9 Portable IPS monitors in 2 different ports of a laptop at one time or through one port by using a dock.

Q: 7. Does this have a cover?

A: Per the user manual, this item includes a protective cover and cleaning cloth.

Q: 8. This product isn't a touch screen right ? In the product video, they show it at least twice. Seems misleading.

A: That is correct, the ViewSonic VG1655 15.6" 16:9 Portable IPS Monitor does have touch screen support.

Q: 9. does this work with a media player?

A: The ViewSonic VA1655 15.6" 16:9 Portable IPS Monitor could work with a media player; however, if the player cannot display video and provide power through USB-C, you'd need to connect the player via the Mini-HDMI port of the monitor and provide power separately (to the USB-C port) via a USB-C power supply.

Q: 10. Since this looks to just be a display device and nothing special, any reason it wouldn't work as a second monitor for a laptop running Linux?

A: I believe it would work depending on the Linux distro and also the user's linux skills. The manufacturer lists it's compatibility only for MAC and PC. COMPATIBILITY PC RESOLUTION (MAX):1920 X 1080; - MAC® RESOLUTION (MAX) 1920 X 1080