Targus 4Vu Magnetic Privacy Filter 14in (16:9) ASM140W9GL
The Targus 4Vu Magnetic Privacy Filter ASM140W9GL for 14-inch (16:9) laptops safeguards confidential on-screen information by narrowing the viewing angle to just 30 degrees, preventing visual data breaches in public or shared environments.
- Visual Data Protection: Narrows the screen's viewing angle to 30 degrees, ensuring sensitive information is only visible to the user directly in front of the display.
- Magnetic Attachment: Provides effortless application and removal, allowing users to quickly secure privacy when needed and share their screen when appropriate.
- Reduced Eye Strain: Filters blue light and minimizes glare, enhancing visual comfort for employees during extended periods of screen use.
- Enhanced Mobility: Offers a lightweight and ultra-thin design at 0.25 mm and 4.5 g, maintaining laptop portability without adding bulk.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The Targus 4Vu Magnetic Privacy Filter ASM140W9GL is purpose-built for 14-inch (16:9) laptops, providing a critical layer of visual security. This filter measures 310.8 mm wide and 180.8 mm high, ensuring a precise fit for compatible displays.
Engineered to prevent visual data breaches, this privacy filter uses micro-louver technology to narrow the viewing angle to 30 degrees. Its magnetic attachment system allows for quick, tool-free application and removal, supporting flexible work environments and data protection policies.
- Core Functionality: Narrows the viewing angle to 30 degrees, effectively preventing shoulder surfing and protecting proprietary information in open office layouts or public spaces.
- Effortless Deployment: Features a magnetic attachment system, enabling quick and secure application or removal without adhesives, preserving screen integrity and user flexibility.
- Data Security Compliance: Helps organizations meet data privacy regulations by physically securing on-screen data, reducing the risk of unauthorized viewing of sensitive client or company information.
- User Comfort: Reduces blue light exposure and glare, mitigating eye strain and fatigue for employees who spend extended hours working on their laptops.
- Operational Value: Extends the utility of laptops in sensitive environments, providing a cost-effective solution for enhancing data privacy without requiring hardware modifications.
This privacy filter is an essential accessory for any organization prioritizing data security and employee productivity in diverse work settings.
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Common Uses
Confidential Data Protection
When employees handle sensitive client records or proprietary company information in public or shared office environments, visual security is paramount. This filter restricts the viewing angle to 30 degrees, ensuring only the direct user can see the screen's contents.
Law firms, healthcare systems, financial brokerages, corporate executive teams
Mobile Professional Privacy
Professionals working remotely, traveling, or in co-working spaces often expose their screens to onlookers, risking data breaches. The magnetic privacy filter provides on-demand visual security, safeguarding information during transit or in temporary workspaces.
Sales teams, field service engineers, remote workers, business travelers
Open Office Security
In modern open-plan offices, shoulder surfing is a common threat to data privacy and compliance. Deploying these filters on employee laptops creates a secure visual boundary, protecting internal communications and sensitive project details.
Marketing agencies, R&D departments, HR teams, IT operations centers
Key Features
30-degree Viewing Angle
Prevents visual hacking and unauthorized viewing of sensitive data from side angles, enhancing compliance.
Magnetic Attachment System
Enables quick, tool-free application and removal, providing flexible privacy protection without adhesives or permanent installation.
14-inch (16:9) Compatibility
Ensures a precise fit for standard business laptops, maintaining screen clarity and full display functionality.
0.25 mm Thickness
Maintains the laptop's slim profile and portability, allowing for easy closure and transport without added bulk.
Anti-Glare and Blue Light Reduction
Minimizes eye strain and fatigue for users, promoting longer periods of comfortable and productive work.
Compatible With
Laptop Displays
14-inch (16:9) widescreen laptops from brands like Dell, HP, Lenovo, and Acer
Mobile Workstations
Business-grade notebooks used by professionals in various industries
Portable Computing Devices
Any device with a 14-inch (16:9) screen where visual privacy is critical
Shared Workspace Environments
Laptops deployed in open offices, co-working spaces, or public areas
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the magnetic attachment work for this privacy filter?
The Targus 4Vu privacy filter features small magnets embedded along its edges that align with the magnets in your laptop bezel. This allows for easy, tool-free attachment and removal, ensuring a secure fit without adhesives.
Can I close my laptop completely with the privacy filter attached?
Yes, the Targus 4Vu Magnetic Privacy Filter is designed with an ultra-thin profile of 0.25 mm, allowing most 14-inch (16:9) laptops to close completely without interference.
Does this privacy filter reduce screen brightness or clarity?
While privacy filters inherently reduce some light transmission to achieve their effect, the Targus 4Vu is engineered to minimize impact on direct viewing clarity. It also includes anti-glare properties to improve visibility in bright conditions.
Is this privacy filter compatible with touchscreens?
This privacy filter is primarily designed for standard laptop displays. While it may physically attach to a touchscreen, its surface is not optimized for touch input and may affect responsiveness.
Warranty & Returns
Manufacturer Warranty
2-Year Limited Warranty
Warranty is provided directly by the manufacturer and covers defects in materials and workmanship under normal use.
Return Policy
Returns subject to manufacturer approval
Hardware returns are governed by the manufacturer's return policy. Some products are non-returnable or subject to restocking fees. Defective items are handled under the manufacturer warranty. Contact Zent Networks before initiating any return.