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2.5

2.5 / 5 - PCWorld, Feb 6, 2007

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Aesthetics
Audio
Display
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Included Hardware
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Adjustments

Adjustments	Tilt adjustment only
Height-Adjustable Base	No
Pivot	No
Swivel	No
Tilt	Yes

Aesthetics

Cabinet Colors

Carbon
silver

Audio

Speaker Type

None

Display

Antiglare	1
Panel Manufacturer	LG Phillips

General

Cable Card Ready	0
Primary Color Controls	1

Green

Energy and Ergonomic Standards Met	TCO'03
Maximum Power Consumption	37
Standby/Sleep Power Consumption	2

Included Hardware

HDTV Tuner	0
Microphone	0
TV Tuner	0
USB Hub	0
Webcam	0

Interface Connection

Audio Digital Optical	0
Component	0
Composite	0
Downstream USB ports	0
DVI	0
DVI-D	0
DVI-I	0
HDMI	0
Headphone Jack	0
S-Video	0
Upstream USB ports	0
USB	0
VGA	1

Screen Specs

Brightness	250 cd/m^2
Horizontal viewing angle	140 °
Diagonal size	19 inches
Pitch	0.29 mm
Vertical viewing angle	130 °
Response time	12
Native resolution	1280 x 1024 pixels
Display refresh rate	60
Contrast ratio	500:1

Dimensions

Height	16.6 inches
Width	16.8 inches
Weight	11.7 pounds
Depth	8 inches

2.5

2.5 / 5 - PCWorld, Feb 6, 2007

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Lab Tested
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Pros

Low price

Cons

So-so image quality

Sparse features

Bottom Line

Plain unit displays reasonably good-looking text. It's light on features but goes light on the wallet, too.

HP L1906

L1906 Review, by Laura Blackwell January 11, 2006

HP L1906

Photograph: Rick Rizner, Chris Manners

HP's L1906 business monitor costs a mere $329, so it would definitely be tempting if cost were a main concern. But shop around. This model's mediocre image quality and near-total lack of features make it difficult to recommend.

On PC World's tests, the L1906 received generally acceptable, but not impressive, overall scores. Our jurors complained of dull colors and an orangey cast on our color scale tests. Its worst problems surfaced in crucial real-world Microsoft Word and group portrait photo tests. The L1906 had trouble displaying the gray-on-black reverse type in the Word test screen and the details--both dark and light--in the portrait screen.

Like most corporate monitors, the L1906 doesn't bother with many features. Although its OSD has a nice gray-and-black appearance, it offers only basic screen controls. The sole physical adjustment, tilt function, moves smoothly but stiffly. The L1906 forgoes all other adjustments, including height.

HP has proven with the F1905 that it can sell remarkable monitors, but the L1906 fails to impress. If price drives your decision, check out Soyo's Dymond DYLMO19A, which provides much better image quality for just a smidgen more money.

Upshot: HP's plain L1906 displays reasonably good-looking--but not great--text. It's light on features, but light on the wallet, too.

Laura Blackwell

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PCWorld Lab Results

Rating Breakdown
Performance
74
Features
47
Design
75
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Performance Comparison with Similar Monitors

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Performance

DisplayMate Motion Test Result	Average
DVD Motion Test Result	Average
Gaming Motion Test Result	Average
Graphics Score	68.4
Horizontal Viewing Angle Test Result	165
Interface Tested	Analog
Refresh Rate Tested	60
Text Score	79.1

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Reviewed by: srizzo

Strengths: screen resolution, price

Weaknesses: none

Overall: I just bought 2 of these HP 19" monitors to set up a dual monitor system in my office. They worked perfectly right after I plugged them in and turned them on. For the price and the rebate you cannot go wrong. I definitely recommend this monitor.
Reviewed by:

Strengths: great res. no glare, works excellent

Weaknesses: none

Overall: this monitor is great upgrade from the old monitor I had. it takes up much less space than my old on and is great for the budget spreadsheets I have to work on. this was a great buy and you can't beat
Reviewed by: dengyiqun1975

Strengths: Moderately priced; decent design; easy-to-use

Weaknesses: A little bit heavy

Overall: This nicely priced 19-inch LCD from a reputable manufacturer is a good choice for home use. With a larger screen, text is easier to read, and movies and games are more immersive. The HPL1906 has the excellent features and ergonomics as those smaller HP LCD monitors. Text is sharp, making this an excellent monitor for everyday web surfing and office productivity. I would highly recommend this product!
Reviewed by:

Strengths: excellent color, good resolution

Weaknesses: no dvi

Overall: A good buy, took a little time setting display to eliminate shaking, disregarded auto-cofiguring. Overall, great screen, good character resolution in documents and great color for photos. Worth the money.
Reviewed by:

Strengths: size, price, clarity

Weaknesses: none

Overall: while it was a bit fuzzy when I first set it up I just tuned it and it's a great monitor.The guy who gave it a single star is a numbskull who had a bad experience or a jerk who is trying to take a great deal down. either way he is an outlier as this is a fantastic screen and an amazing deal!!$40 Rebate. Just be careful as they expect you to submit details for rebate within 20 days and they don't include the rebate materials in the box so request them right after you buy!!

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