Nominally, the South Korean manufacturer Samsung attributed the SyncMaster E1920 model monitor to ultra-budget solutions. It has “modest” technical characteristics and a very democratic cost. It is the parameters, the order of tuning and reviews of the owners of this peripheral device that this material will be devoted to.
Device positioning. Contents of delivery
To begin with, it should be noted that the SyncMaster E1920 was released in 2010. But even at the time this device belonged to the entry-level model line. It used a matrix with low image quality, so its performance left much to be desired. This moment alone clearly and unequivocally indicated that we have before us a representative of the budget segment. A lot of time has passed since the announcement of this solution, but the hero of this material is still perfectly suitable for use in primary computers. The main scope of E1920 is office computing systems. It is for use in the composition of such PCs and this peripheral device was released.
The hero's delivery list for this review consisted of the following components:
Monitor.
Power cable for connecting it to the power supply network.
Support with a set of fasteners.
A disk with software and documentation.
Manual. It also has a warranty card. The validity of the latter is limited to 24 months from the date of purchase.
The main screen settings. Characteristics of the image. Possible areas of use
As noted earlier, the SyncMaster E1920 belongs to the segment of budget, most affordable devices. His technical specifications are really relevant. Although the marking of this device contains the number 19, in fact, the length of the screen diagonal in this case is reduced by half an inch and equals 18.5. The type of TN + film matrix used in this monitor. That is, not even OLED, and not IPS. As a result, picture quality is deteriorating, as is color reproduction. In addition to this, viewing angles narrow to 160 degrees vertically and 170 degrees horizontally. In modern similar devices of this class, this parameter is a question and is equal to 178 degrees both in the vertical direction and in the horizontal.
The resolution of the image on the screen of this monitor is limited to 1366x768. The refresh rate is strictly fixed and is only 50 Hz. The dynamic contrast of the hero of this review is 50,000: 1. That is, when viewing the most moving scenes in games or in films, the picture will distort. The maximum brightness level of this device can reach 250 cd / m2, and this monitor is not inferior to modern analogs in this parameter.
The previously performed characteristics indicate that such a device is convenient to use in budget computers, which are most often found in offices.
Commutation
A very limited set of connection methods, the developers equipped the monitor SyncMaster E1920. Its characteristics indicate the presence of only two ports. Moreover, one of them provides power to the device in question. And the second is the VGA graphical interface. The latter transmits a signal in analog format. If necessary, you can install the adapter and display the image from the DVI port. But the currently popular HDMI and Display Port sockets are missing here. At the time this monitor started selling, these communication connectors were only in the development process.
The lack of relevant digital ports for receiving pictures from a computer can be attributed to the minuses of the device in question. But for the budget segment of monitors, this is not so critical.
Monitor Algorithm
The SyncMaster E1920 setup procedure consists of the following steps:
The first step is to carefully unpack the shipping packaging. Then, all components of the delivery are extracted from it.
Next, lay the device face down on any convenient surface and mount the support.
Then we install the device on a rigid horizontal surface. We remove all transport fasteners.
Now you need to transfer the monitor to the computer desk.
The next step is to complete the switching. That is, the power cord must be connected to the monitor power port, and the plug to the power supply network. We connect the second wire to the VGA output of the video card and the corresponding monitor input.
Then you need to turn on all the components of the computer.
During the boot process, the drivers should be installed in automatic mode. If this does not happen, then install them forcibly from the CD.
Reviews and cost
It is no longer possible to purchase this device new. It has long been discontinued, and stocks are also sold out. The price of the Samsung SyncMaster E1920, which has already been in use, currently stands at 2000-2300 rubles and depends on the safety of the device.
The advantages of this monitor model can be safely attributed the following advantages:
Low cost.
Simple customization algorithm.
Reliability.
The disadvantages include:
Poor image quality.
The minimum set of ports to connect.
Lack of dynamic contrast.
Conclusion
In any case, the SyncMaster E1920 monitor still continues to be relevant. It is perfect for use as part of those personal computers, the owners of which put forward minimal requirements for picture quality, but appreciate the low cost of the device. It is to these two criteria that the hero of this review meets.