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Page 1: User Guide
User Guide HP L1755 17” & L1955 19” Flat Panel Monitors Document Part Number: 370798-002 January 2005 This guide provides information on setting up the monitor, installing drivers, using the on-screen display menu, troubleshooting and technical specifications. - Page 2 Adobe, Acrobat, and Acrobat Reader are trademarks or registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Identifying Monitor Conditions ....4–11 Sleep Timer Mode ......4–12 User Guide www.hp.com Contents... - Page 4 EPA Energy Star Compliance ..... C–4 Power Cord Set Requirements ..... C–5 D LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy User Guide www.hp.com Contents...
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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: ■ HP L1755 model, 17-inch (43.2 cm) viewable area display, with narrow bezels. ■ HP L1955 model, 19-inch (48.3 cm) viewable area display, with narrow bezels. - Page 6 Product Features ■ USB cable included to connect the monitor’s USB hub to the USB connector on the computer. ■ Mounting feature on bottom of monitor to accept an optional Speaker Bar accessory kit. ■ Plug and play capability if supported by your system. ■...
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Page 7: 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 8: 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 9: Cleaning The Monitor
■ Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation. These openings must not be blocked or covered. Never push objects of any kind into cabinet slots or other openings. ■ Do not drop your monitor or place it on an unstable surface. ■... -
Page 10: 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. Installing the Monitor Base ✎ Do not install the base if the monitor will be used on a wall, swing arm, or other mounting fixture;... - Page 11 Setting Up the Monitor 2. Pull down on the quick release latch 1 on the back of the monitor. 3. Position the tabs on the monitor base with the adapter plate on the back of the display 2. Then push the monitor base down toward the display 3 until latched into place.
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Page 12: Rear Panel Components
Rear Panel Components Rear Panel Components No. Component Master Power Switch AC Power Connector DVI Connector (available on select models) VGA Connector USB Upstream Connector USB Downstream Connectors User Guide Function Turns off all power to the monitor. Connects the AC power cord to the monitor. Connects the DVI-I signal cable or DVI-D signal cable to the monitor. -
Page 13: Selecting The Signal Connectors And Cables
Setting Up the Monitor Selecting the Signal Connectors and Cables There are two signal input connectors: ■ VGA connector ■ DVI-I connector (available on select models) The monitor will automatically determine which inputs have valid video signals. The inputs can be selected through the On-Screen Display (OSD) feature or by pressing the –... - Page 14 Setting Up the Monitor 2. For analog operation, connect one end of the VGA signal cable or the VGA to DVI signal cable to the VGA connector on the monitor and the other end to the VGA connector on the computer.
- Page 15 Setting Up the Monitor Ä CAUTION: The DVI-D cable supplied with this monitor is for digital-to-digital connection only. Your computer must have a DVI-compatible graphics card installed for use with this cable. When connecting the DVI-D signal cable to the DVI connector on the monitor (available on select models), you must connect the other end of the DVI-D cable to the DVI connector on the computer.
- Page 16 Setting Up the Monitor Connecting the VGA to DVI-I Signal Cable 3. Connect the USB cable to the USB input connector on the monitor and to a convenient USB connector on the computer. Connecting the USB Cable User Guide 3–7...
- Page 17 Setting Up the Monitor 4. If ready, connect the USB devices to the USB connectors on the monitor. Connecting USB Devices 3–8 User Guide...
- Page 18 Setting Up the Monitor 5. 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: Do not disable the power cord grounding plug.
- Page 19 Setting Up the Monitor 6. Adjust the monitor as needed for your comfort using the monitor’s tilt, swivel, and height adjustment capabilities. Adjusting the Tilt 3–10 User Guide...
- Page 20 Setting Up the Monitor Adjusting the Swivel User Guide 3–11...
- Page 21 Setting Up the Monitor Adjusting the Height 3–12 User Guide...
- Page 22 ✎ You can change your monitor’s viewing position to portrait. To rotate your display to the portrait position, you will need to install the Pivot software, which is contained on the CD included with your monitor. Pivoting 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 23: Removing The Monitor Base
Setting Up the Monitor Removing the Monitor Base The monitor base can be removed 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 24: Mounting The Monitor
2. Pull down on the quick release latch 1 on the monitor. Lift up on the monitor base 2 and pull out to remove the base 3 from the display. Removing the Monitor Base Mounting the Monitor The monitor features a quick release latch for easy installation of the display panel to a wall mounting device. - Page 25 Setting Up the Monitor 3. Install the adapter plate onto the swing arm or other mounting fixture using the screws removed from the monitor base. Using the Quick Release Adapter Plate to Mount the Display to a Swing Arm ✎ For standing mounting purposes, when the base is removed, four threaded mounting holes are exposed on the display panel.
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Page 26: Locating The Rating Label
Locating the Rating Label The rating label is located in the bottom, left corner on the rear panel of the monitor. Locating the Rating Label User Guide Setting Up the Monitor 3–17... -
Page 27: Operating The Monitor
✎ If the monitor does not include a CD, the .INF and .ICM files can be downloaded from the HP monitors support Web site. See “Downloading from the Worldwide Web” in this chapter. The Information File The .INF file enables the computer to communicate with the... -
Page 28: The Image Color Matching File
Operating the Monitor work through separate BNC type connectors or through distribution buffers/boxes. You may need to install the .INF file if these conditions are not met. The Image Color Matching File The .ICM file provides accurate color representation. The .ICM files are data files that are used in conjunction with graphics programs to provide consistent color matching from monitor screen to printer, or from scanner to monitor screen. -
Page 29: Downloading From The Worldwide Web
Downloading from the Worldwide Web To download the latest version of .INF and .ICM files from the HP monitors support Web site: 1. Refer to http://www.hp.com/support and select your country region. 2. Follow the links for your monitor to the support page and download page. -
Page 30: Front Panel Controls
Operating the Monitor Front Panel Controls Front Panel Controls No. Control Auto Adjust Menu – ( Minus) Plus) Power 4–4 Function Activates the auto adjustment feature for optimum image. Opens the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. • If OSD is on, press to navigate backward through the OSD menu features and decrease adjustment levels. -
Page 31: Adjusting Monitor Settings
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. 2. -
Page 32: Using The Sync-On-Green Format
Operating the Monitor 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. 5. Adjust the item using the + or – buttons on the front panel to adjust the scale. -
Page 33: Using The On-Screen Display
Using the On-Screen Display There are two On-Screen Display menus available; one for basic adjustments, and one for advanced adjustments. To access the Basic OSD Menu, press the menu button on the monitor's front panel. Menu Level 1 Brightness Contrast Auto Adjustment Advanced Menu Exit... - Page 34 Operating the Monitor Advanced OSD Menu Levels Level 1 Brightness Adjustment Scale Contrast Adjustment Scale Image Control Auto Adjustment Horizontal Position Vertical Position Sharpness Clock Clock Phase Cancel Save and Return Color 9300 K 6500 K Custom Color sRGB Cancel Save and Return Language Deutsch...
- Page 35 Advanced OSD Menu Levels (Continued) Level 1 Power On Status Display Sleep Timer Default Video Input Serial Number Basic Menu Sync-on-Green Cancel Save and Return OSD Control Horizontal OSD Position Vertical OSD Position OSD Timeout Cancel Save and Return Information Factory Reset Exit User Guide...
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Page 36: Adjusting Screen Quality
Operating the Monitor 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 utilized. If additional improvement is desired, press the Auto adjust button on the front bezel. -
Page 37: Identifying Monitor Conditions
✎ When adjusting the Clock and Clock Phase values, if the monitor images become distorted, continue adjusting the values until the distortion disappears. To restore the factory settings, select Yes from the Factory Reset menu in the on-screen display. Identifying Monitor Conditions Special messages will appear on the monitor screen when identifying the following monitor conditions: ■... -
Page 38: Sleep Timer Mode
Operating the Monitor 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. This also extends the life of the backlight bulbs in the monitor. -
Page 39: Srgb Support
(ICM) file. ✎ The sRGB color temperature preset will improve the color accuracy of sRGB images on the computer monitor, but some color variation may still occur. User Guide Operating the Monitor (English only). -
Page 40: Changing The Color Temperature
Operating the Monitor Changing the Color Temperature 1. Press the Menu button on the front panel of the monitor to launch the Main Menu of the OSD. 2. Select Advanced Menu to access all options in the Main Menu. 3. Select Color to display the Color Temperature menu. 4. - Page 41 3. Select the Color Management tab, then click the Add button to open the Add Profile Association dialog box. 4. Select the “sRGB Color Space Profile.icm” file, then click the Add button 5. To activate a color profile for your monitor, you must set it as the Default Monitor Profile.
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Page 42: 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 Guide Troubleshooting Possible Cause Power cord is disconnected. Power switch on front panel of the monitor is turned off. - Page 43 Troubleshooting Problem Image appears blurred, indistinct, or too dark. Image is not centered. “No Connection, Check Signal Cable” is displayed on screen. “Out of Range. Set Monitor to 1280 x 1024 @ 60Hz” is displayed on screen. A–2 Possible Cause Brightness and contrast are too low.
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Page 44: Using The Worldwide Web
For online access to technical support information, self-solve tools, online assistance, community forums of IT experts, broad multivendor knowledge base, monitoring and diagnostic tools, go http://www.hp.com/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. -
Page 45: Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications ✎ All performance specifications are provided by the component manufacturers. Performance specifications represent the highest specification of all HP’s component manufacturers’ typical level specifications for performance and actual performance may vary either higher or lower. Display Type Viewable Image Size... - Page 46 Technical Specifications L1755 Flat Panel Monitor (Continued) Dimensions (include pedestal) Height (bottom of height adjust range) Depth Width Maximum Graphics Resolution Text Mode Dot Pitch Horizontal Frequency (analog mode) Vertical Refresh Rate (analog mode) Environmental Requirements Temperature: Operating Temperature Non-operating Temperature...
- Page 47 Display Type Viewable Image Size Brightness Contrast Ratio Tilt Swivel Face Treatment Maximum Weight (Unpacked, base attached) Dimensions (include pedestal) Height (bottom of height adjust range) Depth Width Maximum Graphics Resolution Text Mode Dot Pitch Horizontal Frequency (analog mode) Vertical Refresh Rate (analog mode) User Guide L1955 Flat Panel Monitor...
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Page 48: Recognizing Preset Display Resolutions
Technical Specifications L1955 Flat Panel Monitor (Continued) Environmental Requirements Temperature: Operating Temperature Non-operating Temperature Relative Humidity Power Source Power Consumption Input Terminals Recognizing Preset Display Resolutions The display resolutions listed below are the most commonly used modes and are set as factory defaults. This monitor automatically recognizes these preset modes and they will appear properly sized and centered on the screen. -
Page 49: Entering User Modes
Factory Preset Display Modes (Continued) Preset Pixel Format 800 x 600 800 x 600 832 x 624 1024 x 768 1024 x 768 1024 x 768 1152 x 870 1152 x 900 1280 x 1024 1280 x 1024 Entering User Modes The video controller signal may occasionally call for a mode that is not preset if: ■... -
Page 50: Energy Saver Feature
Technical Specifications Energy Saver Feature When the monitor is in its normal operating mode, the monitor uses less than 40 watts of power and the Power light is green. The monitor also supports a reduced power state. The reduced power state will be entered into if the monitor detects the absence of either the horizontal sync signal and/or the vertical sync signal. -
Page 51: 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 52: 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 53: 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 54: Japanese Notice
Agency Regulatory Notices Japanese Notice 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. -
Page 55: Power Cord Set Requirements
18AWG, and the length of the cord must be between 6 feet (1.8 m) and 12 feet (3.6 m). If you have questions about the type of power cord to use, contact your HP authorized service provider. A power cord should be routed so that it is not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon it or against it. -
Page 56: 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 57 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.