3M Black Framed Anti-Glare Filter for Standard LCD/CRT Desktop Monitor fits 19" - 20" LCDs and 19" - 21" CRTs

by 3M

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 18.2 x 14.9 x 0.9 inches ; 3.3 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 4.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B00028OOTS
• Item model number: EF200XXLB
• Average Customer Review: 3.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank:
  • #64 in Electronics > Computers & Add-Ons > Computer Accessories > Monitor Accessories > Screen Filters
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes
• Date first available at Amazon.com: July 7, 2004

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

The Executive Anti-Glare Computer Filters (model EF200XXLB) has a black frame and fits monitor sizes: 19"-21" CRT, 19"-20" LCDs.

Its dual-sided anti-reflective coating helps monitors perform better as proven in ISO 9241-7 compliance testing only from 3M. It reduces glare up to 99% to help prevent eyestrain and headaches related to computer monitor use. The filter also reduces static and dust build-up when properly grounded. Its optimal tint glass provides sharper text and accurate color representation, and meets the American Optometrist Association’s specifications for VDT glare reduction The computer filter is available in assembly-free contour frame designs and flat frames that fit both LCD and CRT desktop monitors. It comes with a lifetime warranty -- your assurance of quality

Product Description

3M EF200XXLB Black Framed Anti-Glare Filter for Standard LCD/CRT Desktop Monitor fits 19" - 20" LCDs and 19" - 21" CRTs. Featuring two-sided anti-glare coatings to give you outstanding glare reduction and help reduce eyestrain related to computer monitor use.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

26 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great but WATCH OUT..., April 30, 2008

By 

D Darkman (New York State) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: 3M Black Framed Anti-Glare Filter for Standard LCD/CRT Desktop Monitor fits 19" - 20" LCDs and 19" - 21" CRTs (Personal Computers)

Excellent glare reducer used by someone in my office who is bothered by glare. Somewhat reduces the brightness of the screen, but if it's really the glare of an overhead light or something that bothers you, you'll be delighted with it. Definitely a great item, works well.

But just a word of caution:

Installation is extremely simple once you figure it out... The problem is the installation sheet, which is so awful it is laughable. Some things are translated into about 8 languages, but not the assembly / installation instructions, which are a basically unmarked set of small diagrams (so you have to figure out for yourself that they're the installation instructions!) What's more, these diagrams are so poorly done, that it never explains (a) that one set of clips should be installed for flat-screen monitors, and another set of clips for regular CRT-type monitors, (b) nor does it properly tell you or show you how to orient that second-type of clip. So, I ended up attaching the wrong clips, in the wrong orientation, and after they'd snapped into place, couldn't get them off without hacking away at it with a screwdriver.

That said, once you've picked the correct set of clips and put it on the monitor properly, it'll simply rest on your monitor under the force of gravity, but the rubbery pad of the clips will keep them from slipping.

Incidently, this is being used in our office in conjunction with a Kantek "adjustable monitor visor" selling for around $20 also on Amazon. If you buy this item too, it's best to first put the anti-glare screen on, and then put the visor on over that -- and you may wish to have a strip of double-sided tape to help lift the visor up just a bit because of the position of the anti-glare-screen's "clips". The two together make a fairly good pair of items, although putting on atop the other doesn't look like it's the most stable thing in the world.

6 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect!, October 31, 2007

By 

WESAM ALFARRA - See all my reviews
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This review is from: 3M Black Framed Anti-Glare Filter for Standard LCD/CRT Desktop Monitor fits 19" - 20" LCDs and 19" - 21" CRTs (Personal Computers)

Just the quality that you can expect from 3M, a perfect choice to protect your eyes.

1.0 out of 5 stars Broken upon arrival, February 19, 2011

By 

James Mowry (Ashburn, VA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: 3M Black Framed Anti-Glare Filter for Standard LCD/CRT Desktop Monitor fits 19" - 20" LCDs and 19" - 21" CRTs (Personal Computers)

The same thing happened to me that happened to a few other reviewers. I received the item promptly and the box was undamaged. However, upon opening and removing one of the pieces of styrofoam that hold the filter, the glass was completely shattered, only being held in place by the film that is stuck on it to protect it from scratches.

I returned it for a refund. As usual, no problems from Amazon, but I wouldn't risk ordering this again. Obviously the packing just isn't up to the job.