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- Page 1 User’s Guide L1530 and L1730 Flat Panel Monitors Document Part Number: 335576-B21 July 2003 This guide provides information on setting up the monitor, installing drivers, using the on-screen display menu, troubleshooting and technical specifications.
- Page 2 The warranties for HP products are set forth in the express limited warranty statements accompanying such products. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Identifying Monitor Conditions....4–8 Sleep Timer Mode ......4–9 User’s Guide www.hp.com Contents... - Page 4 Recycling Information ......C–5 D LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy www.hp.com User’s Guide...
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Page 5: Product Features
The Flat Panel Display has an active matrix, thin-film transistor (TFT), liquid crystal display (LCD). The monitor features include: L1530 Model ■ 15-inch (38.1 cm) viewable area display. ■ 1024 x 768 resolution, plus full-screen support for lower resolutions. ■... - Page 6 Product Features ■ AssetControl. ■ Speakers on the front panel. ■ Compliant with the following regulated specifications: ❏ EPA ENERGY STAR ❏ European Union CE Directives ❏ Swedish MPR II 1990 ❏ Swedish TCO Display Requirements L1730 Model ■ 17-inch (43.18 cm) viewable area display. ■...
- Page 7 ■ Compliant with the following regulated specifications: ❏ EPA ENERGY STAR ❏ European Union CE Directives ❏ Swedish MPR II 1990 ❏ Swedish TCO Display Requirements User’s Guide Product Features 1–3...
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Page 8: Safety And Maintenance Guidelines
Safety and Maintenance Important Safety Information A power cord is included with your monitor. If another cord is used, use only a power source and connection appropriate for this monitor. For information on the correct power cord set to use with your monitor, refer to the “Power Cord Set Requirements”... -
Page 9: Maintenance Guidelines
Do not open your monitor cabinet or attempt to service this product yourself. Adjust only those controls that are covered in the operating instructions. If your monitor is not operating properly or has been dropped or damaged, contact your HP authorized dealer, reseller, or service provider. ■... - Page 10 ■ Unplug your monitor from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. If the screen requires additional cleaning, use an antistatic screen cleaner. Ä CAUTION: Do not use benzene, thinner, ammonia, or any other volatile substances to clean your monitor or the screen.
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Page 11: Cleaning The Monitor
Safety and Maintenance Guidelines Cleaning the Monitor To clean the monitor, follow these steps: 1. Turn off the monitor and the computer. 2. Dust the monitor by wiping the screen and the cabinet with a soft, clean cloth. If the screen requires additional cleaning, use a clean cloth dampened with isopropyl alcohol. -
Page 12: Setting Up The Monitor
Setting Up the Monitor To set up the monitor, ensure that the power is turned off to the monitor, computer system, and other attached devices, then follow the steps below. Connecting the Monitor The monitor has two video signal connectors on the rear panel: one analog (VGA) and one digital (DVI-D). - Page 13 Setting Up the Monitor 3. Connect one end of the power cable to the back of the monitor, and the other end to an electrical wall outlet. Å WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to your equipment: ■...
- Page 14 Connecting the DVI-D Signal Cable 4. Turn on the power source for both the computer and the monitor. Ä CAUTION: Burn-in image damage may occur on monitors that display the same static image on screen for a prolonged period of time.
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Page 15: Adjusting The Monitor
Setting Up the Monitor Adjusting the Monitor The monitor is attached to an adjustable pedestal that allows you to position the monitor screen for the best viewing in your particular environment. 1. Grasp the sides of the monitor screen and gently but firmly tilt the top of the screen foward or backward as needed for your comfort. -
Page 16: Changing The Viewing Position
2. While still holding the screen sides, move the screen up or down to the appropriate height within the range of the pedestal arm. Adjusting the Monitor Height 3. Grasp the sides of the monitor screen and swivel the screen left or right (45 degrees) as needed. - Page 17 Setting Up the Monitor 1. Tilt the lower part of the monitor upwards. 2. Rotate the monitor clockwise until the monitor controls are on the left side. 3. Firmly push the lower part of the monitor downwards to secure it to the new position. Rotating the Monitor Screen 3–6 User’s Guide...
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Page 18: Removing The Monitor Base
Removing the Monitor Base You can remove the monitor base to mount the monitor on a wall, a swing arm, or other mounting fixture. Read the caution and warning statements below before beginning the procedure. Ä CAUTION: Before beginning to disassemble the monitor, be sure the monitor is turned off and the power and signal cables are both disconnected. - Page 19 Setting Up the Monitor 2. Remove the four screws as shown in the following illustration. Removing the Monitor Base Ä CAUTION: Ensure that the bottom of the monitor base is positioned over a table or desktop before removing the base from the monitor. 3.
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Page 20: Mounting The Monitor
Mounting the Monitor 1. Remove the monitor base. Refer to “Removing the Monitor Base” steps in the previous section. After the base is removed from the monitor, four threaded mounting holes are exposed on the monitor back panel to be used for mounting purposes. -
Page 21: Operating The Monitor
To install these files on your computer, insert the Software and Reference Library CD in your computer CD-ROM drive. When the CD menu launches, select “Install INF and ICM Files” and follow the on-screen instructions. User’s Guide Operating the Monitor http://www.hp.com/go/support and selecting the 4–1... -
Page 22: Front Panel Components
Operating the Monitor Front Panel Components L1530 and L1730 Monitor Components ‘ No. Control Speakers Menu button – ( Minus button) Volume Control 4–2 Function Audio feature for music, alarms, etc. (multimedia models only) Launches the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu and selects functions. -
Page 23: Adjusting Monitor Settings
No. Control Plus button) Power LED Power Switch Adjusting Monitor Settings Use the On-Screen Display (OSD) to adjust the screen image based on your viewing preferences. To access the OSD, do the following: 1. If the monitor is not already on, press the Power switch to turn on the monitor. -
Page 24: Using The On-Screen Display
Operating the Monitor 3. To navigate through the OSD Menu, press the + (Plus) button on the monitor’s front panel to scroll up, or the – (Minus) button to scroll in reverse. 4. To select an item from the OSD Menu, use the + or – buttons to scroll to and highlight your selection, then press the Menu button to select that function. - Page 25 Menu Level 1 Advanced Menu Exit To access the Advanced OSD Menu, press the menu button again, or select Advanced Menu from the Basic OSD Menu. ✎ After selecting the Advanced Menu from the Basic Menu, the Advanced Menu remains the default OSD on subsequent power-ups of the monitor until the Basic Menu is selected or Factory Reset is applied.
- Page 26 Operating the Monitor Advanced OSD Menu Levels (Continued) Level 1 Custom Color Cancel Save and Return Language Deutsch English Espanol Francais Italiano Simplified Chinese Japanese Cancel Save and Return Management Power Saver Power On Recall Mode Display Sleep Timer Video Input Select Basic Menu Cancel Save and Return...
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Page 27: Adjusting Screen Quality
Advanced OSD Menu Levels (Continued) Level 1 Exit Adjusting Screen Quality Allow the monitor to warm up for 20 minutes before performing the following procedures. The Auto-adjustment feature automatically fine-tunes the image quality each time a new video mode is displayed. If additional image quality improvement is desired, run the Auto-Adjust software on the CD and press the –... -
Page 28: Identifying Monitor Conditions
Operating the Monitor ■ Clock Phase—Increase/decrease the value to minimize video distortion or video jitter. ✎ When using the controls, you will obtain the best results by using the Auto-Adjustment pattern application provided on the CD-ROM. ✎ When adjusting the Clock and Clock Phase values, if the monitor images become distorted, continue adjusting the values until the distortion disappears. -
Page 29: Sleep Timer Mode
❏ If the OSD is locked, press and hold the Menu button for 10 seconds to unlock the OSD. ❏ If the OSD is unlocked, press and hold the Menu button for 10 seconds to lock the OSD. Sleep Timer Mode The Sleep Timer mode is an energy-saving feature that enables you to set a time for the monitor to power on and off at the same time every day. - Page 30 Operating the Monitor 6. Press the - (Minus) or + (Plus) buttons to adjust the hour. 7. Press the Menu button again to enter the time for minutes. 8. Press the - (Minus) or + (Plus) buttons to adjust the minutes. 9.
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Page 31: Solving Common Problems
Solving Common Problems The following table lists possible problems, the possible cause of each problem, and the recommended solutions. Problem Screen is blank. User’s Guide Troubleshooting Possible Cause Power cord is disconnected. Power switch is turned off. Video cable is improperly connected. - Page 32 Troubleshooting Problem Image appears blurred, indistinct, or too dark. Image is not centered. “Check Video Cable” is displayed on screen. “Input Signal Out of Range” is displayed on screen. A–2 Possible Cause Brightness and contrast are too low. Position may need adjustment.
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Page 33: Using The Worldwide Web
Using the Worldwide Web Before contacting customer services, refer to the support Web site http://www.hp.com/go/support Preparing to call Technical Support If you cannot solve a problem using the troubleshooting tips in this section, you may need to call technical support. Have the following information available when you call: ■... -
Page 34: Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications L1530 Model 15-inch Flat Panel Monitor Display Type Viewable Image Size Maximum Weight (Unpacked) Dimensions (includes pedestal) Height (adjustable) Depth Width Preferred Mode Text Mode Dot Pitch Horizontal Frequency Vertical Refresh Rate Environmental Requirements Temperature: Operating Temperature Non-operating Temperature User’s Guide... - Page 35 Technical Specifications L1530 Model 15-inch Flat Panel Monitor (Continued) Relative Humidity Altitude: Operating Non-operating Power Source Power Consumption Input Terminals Tilt Stand Maximum tilt angle range (Tilt range may vary depending on height adjustment) Maximum Height adjustment range (Height adjustment may...
- Page 36 L1730 Model 17-inch Flat Panel Monitor Display Type Viewable Image Size Maximum Weight (Unpacked) Dimensions (include pedestal) Height (adjustable) Depth Width Preferred Mode Text Mode Dot Pitch Horizontal Frequency Vertical Refresh Rate Environmental Requirements Temperature: Operating Temperature Non-operating Temperature Relative Humidity Altitude: Operating Non-operating...
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Page 37: Entering User Modes
Technical Specifications L1730 Model 17-inch Flat Panel Monitor (Continued) Power Consumption Input Terminal Tilt Stand Maximum tilt angle range (Tilt range may vary depending on height adjustment) Maximum Height adjustment range Security Lock Entering User Modes The video controller signal may occasionally call for a mode that is not preset if: ■... -
Page 38: Energy Saver Feature
Energy Saver Feature When the monitor is in its normal operating mode, the Power light is green. The monitor also supports a reduced power state. The reduced power state is entered into if the monitor detects the absence of either the horizontal sync signal and/or the vertical sync signal. Upon detecting the absence of these signals, the monitor screen blanks, the backlight turns off, and the Power light turns amber. -
Page 39: C Agency Regulatory Notices
Agency Regulatory Notices Federal Communications Commission Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. -
Page 40: Cables
Agency Regulatory Notices Cables Connections to this device must be made with shielded cables with metallic RFI/EMI connector hoods to maintain compliance with FCC Rules and Regulations. Declaration of Conformity for Products Marked with FCC Logo, United States Only This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause... -
Page 41: Canadian Notice
Canadian Notice This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Avis Canadien Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada. European Notice Products with the CE Marking comply with both the EMC Directive (89/336/EEC) and the Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) issued by the Commission of the European Community. -
Page 42: Korean Notice
Agency Regulatory Notices Korean Notice EPA Energy Star Compliance Monitors that are marked with the Energy Star Logo meet the requirements of the EPA Energy Star program. As an Energy Star Partner, Hewlett Packard Company has determined that this product meets the Energy Star guidelines for energy efficiency. Specific details on using the Energy Saving features can be found in the energy saver or power management section of the computer manual. -
Page 43: Recycling Information
Particular attention should be paid to the plug, electrical outlet, and the point where the cord exits from the product. Recycling Information For information on the HP recycling program, refer to the HP Web site at: http://www.hp.com/hpinfo/globalcitizenship/environment/ recycle/hardware.html User’s Guide... -
Page 44: D Lcd Monitor Quality
This is common to all LCD displays used in products supplied by all vendors and is not specific to the HP LCD. These imperfections are caused by one or more defective pixels or sub-pixels. - Page 45 50 cm (16 in.). HP expects that, over time, the industry will continue to improve its ability to produce LCDs with fewer cosmetic imperfections and HP will adjust guidelines as improvements are made.