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Manufacturer: HP Part number: P8727AA#ABA
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- Bottom Line:
- The HP f2105 is an excellent 21-inch LCD for entertainment, home, and business computing.
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CNET editors' review
HP f2105 price range: $308.92
- Reviewed by: Jeffrey Fuchs
- Edited by: Lara Luepke
- Reviewed on: 08/26/2005
- Released on: 07/03/2005
The good: Excellent image quality; height is adjustable; easy to use; good-looking; built-in speakers: two-port USB hub.
The bad: No PIP, component, or S-Video.
The bottom line: The HP f2105 is an excellent 21-inch LCD for entertainment, home, and business computing.
User reviews
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Poor power button design is a dealbreaker
by gkostheimer on September 27, 2006
Pros: image quality
Cons: flimsy build quality
Summary: Stay away from this product. Like many others, I was very happy with the picture quality on this monitor. However, 4 weeks out of warranty, the small round power button ...
Summary: Stay away from this product. Like many others, I was very happy with the picture quality on this monitor. However, 4 weeks out of warranty, the small round power button on the front of the monitor broke (disappearing into the case) which renders the whole monitor useless. HP customer support couldn't care less--they tried to sell me another monitor. HP doesn't even offer any kind of paid-for repair service that would help me recover part of my investment. Since I can see from Google searches that the power button problem is common with the HP F2105 (many are breaking inside the warranty after only light use), you would do well to trust this product no longer than its warranty period.
8 out of 9 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Beautiful display, extras leave something to be desired
by zbawic on January 12, 2006
Pros: Bright, clear display
Cons: Speakers are weak; no swivel adjustment; some backlight bleed
Summary: I am very impressed with this LCD display. The colors are beautiful and text is clear. The only problem that I've noticed is the fact that there is backlight ...
Summary: I am very impressed with this LCD display. The colors are beautiful and text is clear. The only problem that I've noticed is the fact that there is backlight bleed from all four corners. This is only noticable when the background is dark (during movie play for example). Otherwise, it's not a problem.
The unit was very easy to set up and it works well with my laptop in Dualview mode. The menu is easy to navigate. The overall package is clean and unobtrusive. A swivel adjustment feature would have been a nice addition.
What really needs to be addressed is the quality of the speakers. Why put a cheap set of speakers on a higher-end display? They are not the worst sounding speakers but HP could have chosen a better set to represent them.7 out of 7 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Great Display.......except........
by Star Rose on November 3, 2005
Pros: Picture is briliant, good price.
Cons: Has an apparent conflict with my brand new dual core Athlon 64 or video card. The native resolution tends to spread the desktop image out too far, thus creating noticeable distortion of said images.
Summary: I bought my pc Systemax dual core 64 with a ATI Radeon X700 256 Pci-Express video card, and for some odd reason HP moniter simply keeps losing video signal whenever ...
Summary: I bought my pc Systemax dual core 64 with a ATI Radeon X700 256 Pci-Express video card, and for some odd reason HP moniter simply keeps losing video signal whenever I try to use it. Tried using other moniters, with my computer, which work fine, and the HP works find on other pc's !!!
Problem is HP had no useful advice, or could help me in any way to resolve this issue.
So be aware that some graphics cards may not work with this otherwise admirable and beautiful moniter.
Star Rose5 out of 6 users found this user opinion helpful.
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I'm really impressed by this monitor so far!
by timmertc on September 18, 2005
Pros: Great resolution, picture, and brightness.
Cons: Now I have to upgrade my video card.
Summary: I just bought this monitor two days ago, and I really love it! It's big, bright, and does everything well so far. I've watched one DVD movie on ...
Summary: I just bought this monitor two days ago, and I really love it! It's big, bright, and does everything well so far. I've watched one DVD movie on it, and the monitor was great.
Having the high resolution (1680x1050) is really taxing my video card, so I suppose I'll have to upgrade it (as if I needed an excuse...).
If I had to nitpick, the only things I can think of are the built-in speakers and the front-panel buttons.
The built-in speakers are pretty good, but don't quite match the audio quality of the 3-spkr set (with sub) I have, but they do fine.
The front panel buttons are small and flush with surface of the faceplate, so they're a little hard to press for big fingers. Having the buttons small is good for asthetics, but not as good for actual use. It's a good thing I don't need them much.
Having the Audio Out is great, as I have the Audio In connected to my PC and the Audio Out connected to my old speaker set.
The speakers and buttons are just minor things, the picture quality is what counts, and this picture is excellent.3 out of 3 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Monitor design is great but text is REALLY disappointing
by jkaufman101 on May 7, 2006
Pros: Excellent design; bright screen; vivid colors
Cons: *Exceptionally* poor text
Summary: I thought I was buying a top-rated monitor when I purchased the HP f2105, but I thought wrong. Text reproduction is so poor (DVI and/or VGA modes) that I ...
Summary: I thought I was buying a top-rated monitor when I purchased the HP f2105, but I thought wrong. Text reproduction is so poor (DVI and/or VGA modes) that I can't tell if it's appearing in black or dark red -- or dark green. Text ascenders throw multi-colored shadows off to their sides which makes some characters -- like double-L's (ll) -- blend together in a fusion of subtle RGB hues. I spent hours fine-tuning the monitor -- I even ditched my video card and bought a new $500 one -- but nothing corrected the problem. And as usual, HP tech support was as unhelpful as always. Contacting them is always a losing proposition. So today I returned the HP f2105 monitor to CompUSA and bought the Samsung 215TW. It is a much better solution for me because of its crisp text and extremely vivid colors.
So if you buy the HP f2105, don't say you weren't warned!
2 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Good picture but horrible text
by kalix on February 14, 2006
Pros: Not Available
Cons: Not Available
Summary: When using the monitor with its native resolution there is always a white shadow close to every letter. I tried the VGA and DVI and none of them works. I ...
Summary: When using the monitor with its native resolution there is always a white shadow close to every letter. I tried the VGA and DVI and none of them works. I think the panel is ok, because when I set a lower resolution centered in the screen the text is solid black and sharp. Also you notice only when background is dark (gray). I have tried 2 monitors and both behave the same.
As a bottom line, for movies could be ok, but definitely not for internet or reading work documents.2 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Power button problem, per other reviews
by ssandas on March 16, 2007
Pros: Good picture
Cons: No out of warranty service.
Summary: I had the power button problem, also. After talking with 1) India (no help), 2) HP Corporate headquarters (who got a manager to call me), 3) and a service manager, ...
Summary: I had the power button problem, also. After talking with 1) India (no help), 2) HP Corporate headquarters (who got a manager to call me), 3) and a service manager, here's what I got: "It's broken, and we can't fix it, at any price. Wanna' buy a new one?" Do not buy any HP product, by there own admittance, they will simply replace it if it is in warranty, and if not, they cannot provide any service. If it sounds like I'm exagerating or overreacting, call 800-HP-Invent and tell them your power button is broken on your f2105 monitor.
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Great Picture Very Poor Lifespan Poor HP Warranty Service!
by MartinSchn828 on November 15, 2006
Pros: Picture is as bright or brighter than any other LCD
Cons: Lifespan was less than 5 months - Weak Warranty
Summary: HP says the warranty is 1 year, but when I called in for service I was told that the 1 year is from the Manufacture Date, not the purchase date. ...
Summary: HP says the warranty is 1 year, but when I called in for service I was told that the 1 year is from the Manufacture Date, not the purchase date. Monitor now shows a yellow/gold line from top to bottom. This monitor was a gift from my son & now I must ask him for reciepts for HP to approve. Never mind that I have a list of over 20 HP products showing that monitor as a 7/06 purchase. HP accepted that as accurate then, but now when the unit needs servicing, HP want to fight it. For over 10 years I have relied on the HP Name for quality now I must rethink that plan and find another manufacture.
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Excellent Image Quality and very versatile
by bml2005 on September 5, 2005
Pros: Image & Build Quality
Cons: Cost of purchase
Summary: Excellent monitor - so very much better than my old 17" TFT
Summary: Excellent monitor - so very much better than my old 17" TFT
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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My lcd f3105 not working too
by weibingli on November 18, 2010
Pros: power button not blue or yellow light. no display , it will go to recycle soon. maybe power supply board not working. fuse is ok
Cons: lcd, sound is ok, but now it's died. only two years.
Summary: power supply has problem
Summary: power supply has problem
Specifications
- Manufacturer: HP
- Part number: P8727AA#ABA
- Description: The 21-inch monitor's 1680x1050 optimal resolution brings photos, high-definition DVDs and PC games to life. View up to two A4 pages side by side, perfect for working on spreadsheets with less scrolling. Enjoy great picture quality thanks to the digital and analog inputs, fast response rate, and up to 900:1 contrast for photo-realistic quality. Better still, the monitor is high definition ready (TV tuner not included, YUV analog format not supported). Innovative ergonomic and space-saving features include integrated speakers, front controls, two USB ports for easy connection to a range of entertainment devices, and a height-adjustable stand, enabling comfortable viewing at a clutter-free desk. Easy to set up and use, you simply plug and play to get started. This monitor has been designed to respect the environment, offering low energy consumption and low emissions, and is made using recyclable plastics for Energy Star compliance.
General
- Packaged Quantity 1
- Display Type LCD monitor / TFT active matrix
- Diagonal Size 21 in
- Viewable Size 21 in
- Built-in Devices Stereo speakers
- Aspect Ratio 16:10
- Native Resolution 1680 x 1050 at 60 Hz
- Pixel Pitch 0.27 mm
- Brightness 300 cd/m2
- Image Contrast Ratio 900:1
- Color Support 16.7 million colors
- Response Time 16 ms
- Vertical Refresh Rate 85 Hz
- Horizontal Refresh Rate 94 kHz
- Video Bandwidth 165 MHz
- Horizontal Viewing Angle 178
- Vertical Viewing Angle 178
- Screen Coating Anti-glare ,
Anti-static - Controls & Adjustments Power on/off,
Color temperature,
Tilt,
Brightness,
Contrast,
Volume - On-Screen Controls Brightness,
Contrast - OSD Languages Dutch,
Spanish,
English,
German,
French,
Italian - Image Color Disclaimer The image of the product displayed may be of a different color
- Dimensions (WxDxH) 23.1 in x 11.3 in x 18.3 in
- Weight 20.3 lbs
Audio
- Type speaker(s) - Internal
- Output Power / Channel 5 Watt
Input
- Type None
Connectivity
- Interfaces 1 x VGA - 15 pin HD D-Sub (HD-15),
1 x DVI-D - 24 pin digital DVI,
1 x USB,
1 x Audio line-in - RCA X 2 - Connections 1
Mechanical
- Flat Panel Mount Interface 100 x 100 mm
Miscellaneous
- Features Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
- Cables Included 1 x VGA cable - 6 ft,
1 x DVI cable - 6 ft,
1 x Audio cable - 6 ft,
1 x USB cable - 6 ft - Compliant Standards TUV GS,
FCC,
CCC,
cUL,
MPR II,
UL,
CSA,
MIC,
ISO 13406-2,
WHQL,
NOM,
TCO '99
Power
- Power Supply Internal
- Voltage Required AC 120/230 V ( 50/60 Hz )
- Power Consumption Operational 90 Watt
- Power Consumption Stand by / Sleep 2 Watt
Software / System Requirements
- Included Software Drivers & Utilities
Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & Support 1 year warranty
- Service & Support Details Limited warranty - Parts and labor - 1 year
Environmental Parameters
- Min Operating Temperature 41 °F
- Max Operating Temperature 95 °F
- Humidity Range Operating 20 - 80%
Sustainability
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Yes
Manufacturer info
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- Manufacturer:HP
- Address:
3000 Hanover Street, Palo Alto, CA 94304-1185
