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  • Page 1 HP Compaq L1506x LCD Monitor User Guide...
  • Page 2 © 2011 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services .

  • Page 3: About This Guide

    About This Guide This guide provides information on setting up the monitor, installing drivers, using the on-screen display menu, troubleshooting and technical specifications. WARNING! Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions could result in bodily harm or loss of life.
  • Page 4 About This Guide ENWW...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents 1 Product Features ............................1 HP LCD Monitors ..........................1 2 Safety and Maintenance Guidelines ......................2 Important Safety Information ........................ 2 Maintenance Guidelines ........................2 Cleaning the Monitor ......................3 Shipping the Monitor ......................3 3 Setting Up the Monitor ........................... 4 Installing the Monitor Pedestal Base ....................
  • Page 6 Online Technical Support ........................21 Preparing to Call Technical Support ....................21 Appendix B Technical Specifications ......................22 L1506x Model ............................. 22 Recognizing Preset Display Resolutions .................... 23 L1506x Model ........................23 Entering User Modes .......................... 23 Energy Saver Feature ........................24 Appendix C Agency Regulatory Notices .......................

  • Page 7: Product Features

    Product Features HP LCD Monitors The LCD (liquid crystal display) monitors have an active matrix, thin-film transistor (TFT) panel. The monitor models and features include: ● 38.1 cm (15-inch) viewable area display ● 1024 x 768 resolution, plus full-screen support for lower resolutions ●...

  • Page 8: Safety And Maintenance Guidelines

    Safety and Maintenance Guidelines Important Safety Information A power cord is included with the 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 the monitor, refer to the Power Cord Set Requirements on page WARNING!

  • Page 9: Cleaning The Monitor

    ● Install the monitor near an outlet that you can easily reach. Disconnect the monitor by grasping the plug firmly and pulling it from the outlet. Never disconnect the monitor by pulling the cord. ● Turn the monitor off when not in use. You can substantially increase the life expectancy of the monitor by using a screen saver program and turning off the monitor when not in use.

  • 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 instructions below. Installing the Monitor Pedestal Base To install the monitor pedestal base: Place the pedestal base on your desktop or table and check to be sure the arrow on the underside of the base is facing forward.

  • Page 11: Adjusting The Tilt

    Connect one end of the power cord to the AC power connector on the back of the monitor, and the other end to an electrical wall outlet. Figure 3-2 Connecting the Signal and Power Cables WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to the equipment: Do not disable the power cord grounding plug.

  • Page 12: Turning On The Monitor

    Turning on the Monitor Press the power button on the computer to turn it on. Press the power button on the front of the monitor to turn it on. CAUTION: Burn-in image damage may occur on monitors that display the same static image on screen for a prolonged period of time.* To avoid burn-in image damage on the monitor screen, you should always activate a screen saver application or turn off the monitor when it is not in use for a prolonged period of time.

  • Page 13: Removing The Monitor Pedestal Base

    Removing the Monitor Pedestal Base You can remove the monitor panel from the pedestal base to install the panel on a wall, a swing arm, or other mounting fixture. CAUTION: Before beginning to disassemble the monitor, be sure the monitor is turned off and the power and signal cables are both disconnected.

  • Page 14: Mounting The Monitor

    Mounting the Monitor The monitor panel can be attached to a wall, swing arm, or other mounting fixture. NOTE: This apparatus is intended to be supported by UL or CSA Listed wall mount bracket. Remove the monitor panel from the pedestal base by following the instructions in Removing the Monitor Pedestal Base on page After the base is removed from the monitor, four threaded mounting holes are exposed on the...

  • Page 15: Operating The Monitor

    Operating the Monitor Software and Utilities The CD that comes with the monitor contains files you can install on the computer: ● an .INF (Information) file ● an .ICM (Image Color Matching) file ● auto-adjustment pattern utility ● additional software for the monitor model NOTE: If the monitor does not include a CD, the .INF and .ICM files can be downloaded from the HP monitors support Web site.

  • Page 16: Installing The .Inf And .Icm Files

    Installing the .INF and .ICM Files After you determine that you need to update, you can install the .INF and .ICM files from the CD or download them. Installing from the CD To install the .INF and .ICM files on the computer from the CD: Insert the CD in the computer CD-ROM drive.

  • Page 17: Using The Auto-Adjustment Function

    Using the Auto-Adjustment Function You can optimize the screen performance for the VGA (analog) input by using the – (Minus) button on the monitor and the auto-adjustment pattern software utility on the CD provided. This procedure can correct the following image quality conditions: ●...

  • Page 18: Front Panel Controls

    Front Panel Controls Figure 4-1 Monitor Front Panel Controls Table 4-1 Monitor Front Panel Controls Control Function Menu Opens, selects or exits the OSD menu. – (Minus) If the OSD menu is on, press to navigate backward through the OSD menu and decrease adjustment levels. If the OSD menu is inactive, press to activate the auto adjustment feature to optimize the screen image.

  • Page 19: Adjusting The Monitor Settings

    Adjusting the Monitor Settings The monitor settings can be adjusted from the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. NOTE: If there is a problem with the display settings, try resetting the settings to the factory defaults by opening the OSD and selecting Factory Reset from the OSD menu. Using the On-Screen Display Menu Use the On-Screen Display (OSD) to adjust the screen image based on your viewing preferences.
  • Page 20 Table 4-2 OSD Menu (continued) Icon Main Menu Submenu Description Custom (RGB) Selects and adjusts your own color scales: ● Red Color - sets your own red color levels ● Green Color - sets your own green color levels ● Blue Color - sets your own blue color levels Image Control Adjusts the screen image.
  • Page 21 Table 4-2 OSD Menu (continued) Icon Main Menu Submenu Description Power On Recall Restores power to the monitor following an unexpected removal of power. Select: ● ● The factory default is On. Mode Display Displays the resolution, refresh rate and frequency information on the screen each time the OSD Main Menu is accessed.

  • Page 22: Optimizing Image Performance

    Table 4-2 OSD Menu (continued) Icon Main Menu Submenu Description Current Settings Provides the current input video mode. Recommended Provides the recommended resolution mode and Settings refresh rate for the monitor. Serial Number Reports the serial number of the monitor. The serial number is needed if contacting HP technical support.
  • Page 23 Press the (Plus) or – (Minus) buttons on the monitor's front panel to eliminate vertical bars. Press the buttons slowly so that you do not miss the optimum adjustment point. Figure 4-2 Clock Adjustment After adjusting the Clock, if blurring, flickering, or bars appear on the screen, proceed to adjust the Clock Phase.

  • Page 24: Identifying Monitor Conditions

    Identifying Monitor Conditions Special messages will appear on the monitor screen when identifying the following monitor conditions: ● Input Signal Out of Range—Change settings to 1024 x 768 – 60Hz—Indicates the monitor does not support the input signal because the resolution and/or refresh rate are set higher than the monitor supports.
  • Page 25 Scroll down and highlight and select Sleep Timer > Set Current Time. NOTE: You must set the current local time before you reset the time for Sleep Time or On Time. Note that the time is displayed in a 24–hour clock format. For example, 1:15 p.m. is displayed as 13 hours 15 minutes.

  • Page 26: Appendix A Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Solving Common Problems The following table lists possible problems, the possible cause of each problem, and the recommended solutions. Problem Possible Cause Solution Screen is blank. Power cord is disconnected. Connect the power cord. Power button on front panel of Press the front panel power button.

  • Page 27: Online Technical Support

    Online Technical Support For the 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 to 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 28: Appendix B Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications NOTE: All specifications represent the typical specifications provided by HP's component manufacturers; actual performance may vary either higher or lower. L1506x Model Table B-1 L1506x Specifications Display 38.1 cm 15 inches Type TN WLED Backlit LCD Viewable Image Size 38.1 cm diagonal 15-inch diagonal Tilt...

  • Page 29: Recognizing Preset Display Resolutions

    Table B-1 L1506x Specifications (continued) Measured Power Consumption: <10.0 watts Typical <15.0 watts Maximum <0.5 watts Power Saving Input Terminal One VGA connector with cable included Recognizing Preset Display Resolutions The display resolutions listed below are the most commonly used modes and are set as factory defaults.

  • Page 30: Energy Saver Feature

    Energy Saver Feature The monitors support 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. Upon detecting the absence of these signals, the monitor screen is blanked, the backlight is turned off, and the power light is turned amber.

  • Page 31: Appendix 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 32: Canadian Notice

    CE and !). Please refer to the regulatory label provided on the product. The point of contact for regulatory matters is: Hewlett-Packard GmbH, Dept./MS: HQ-TRE, Herrenberger Strasse 140, 71034 Boeblingen, GERMANY. Appendix C Agency Regulatory Notices...

  • Page 33: German Ergonomics Notice

    German Ergonomics Notice HP products which bear the “GS” approval mark, when forming part of a system comprising HP brand computers, keyboards and monitors that bear the “GS” approval mark, meet the applicable ergonomic requirements. The installation guides included with the products provide configuration information. Japanese Notice Korean Notice Power Cord Set Requirements...

  • Page 34: Product Environmental Notices

    Product Environmental Notices ENERGY STAR® Qualification HP Displays marked with the ENERGY STAR® certification mark meet the requirements of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) ENERGY STAR® program. The EPA ENERGY STAR® certification mark does not imply endorsement by the EPA. As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Hewlett Packard Company has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR®...

  • Page 35: Disposal Of Waste Equipment By Users In Private Household In The European Union

    Disposal of Waste Equipment by Users in Private Household in the European Union This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product must not be disposed of with your household waste. Instead, it is your responsibility to dispose of your waste equipment by handing it over to a designated collection point for the recycling or waste electrical and electronic equipment.

  • Page 36: Turkey Eee Regulation

    Turkey EEE Regulation In Conformity with the EEE Regulation EEE Yönetmeliğine Uygundur Appendix C Agency Regulatory Notices ENWW...

  • Page 37: Appendix D Lcd Monitor Quality And Pixel Policy

    LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy The TFT monitor uses high-precision technology, manufactured according to HP standards, to guarantee trouble-free performance. Nevertheless, the display may have cosmetic imperfections that appear as small bright or dark spots. This is common to all LCD displays used in products supplied by all vendors and is not specific to the HP LCD.

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