Description
The Acer PM161Q is a 15.6″ Full HD IPS portable monitor that sets up in seconds from a single USB-C cable. Weighing just 952 g and under 10 mm thin, it slides into any laptop bag and gives you a full second screen wherever you’re working — on set, at a client meeting, or in the field. Powered directly from your laptop over USB-C, no wall outlet required.
SPECIFICATIONS
| Screen Size 15.6 inches |
Resolution 1920 × 1080 Full HD |
| Panel Type IPS |
Refresh Rate 60 Hz |
| Response Time 5ms (G to G) |
Brightness 250 cd/m² |
| Contrast Ratio 1000:1 |
Viewing Angles 178° horizontal / vertical |
| Connectivity 2× USB-C 3.1, Mini HDMI, Micro USB |
Audio 2× 1W built-in speakers, 3.5mm out |
| Power Bus-powered via USB-C (15W) or AC adapter |
Sync AMD FreeSync |
| Weight 952 g (2.1 lbs) |
Dimensions 362 × 228 × 9.9 mm |
BEST FOR
Portable Monitor Rental Tips
If your laptop supports USB-C video output, a single cable handles both power and display — no adapter needed. Check your laptop specs before your shoot day.
Set this up next to your shooting station so clients or directors can review shots in real time without crowding behind the camera.
The 15.6-inch IPS panel is bright enough for indoor use, but in direct sunlight you will need shade. Use the OSD to bump brightness for outdoor reviews.
The built-in cover doubles as a stand, but on uneven surfaces a small tablet stand or book gives you a better viewing angle for extended sessions.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Does it work without a power outlet?
Yes — the PM161Q is bus-powered over USB-C, drawing up to 15W from your laptop. No wall outlet needed as long as your laptop supports USB-C power delivery. An AC adapter is also included.
Can I connect it to a DSLR or mirrorless camera?
Yes, via the Mini HDMI input using the included cable. You’ll need a separate USB power source in this configuration since the camera cannot power the monitor.
What’s the difference between this and a dedicated field monitor?
The PM161Q is a general-purpose portable display — great for client viewing, dual-screen laptop setups, and DIT work. It lacks features like waveforms, false colour, or focus peaking. For critical on-camera monitoring, check out our dedicated field monitors in the Monitors & Recording category.
What’s included with the rental?
The rental includes the PM161Q monitor, a USB-C to USB-C cable, a Mini HDMI to HDMI cable, a Micro USB cable, the AC power adapter, and the protective sleeve.
Rent the Acer PM161Q Portable Monitor – 15.6″ Full HD IPS USB-C in Williams Lake, BC — available by appointment from Gear Locker, serving photographers, filmmakers, videographers, wedding professionals, event planners, corporate event coordinators, and production crews across the Cariboo-Chilcotin region.
| Rental Duration | 1 Day, 2 Days, 3 Days, 4 Days, 1 Week, 2 Weeks, 3 Weeks, 1 Month |
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