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- Page 1 User Guide HP L1755 17” & L1955 19” Flat Panel Monitors Document Part Number: 370798-003 June 2005 This guide provides information on setting up the monitor, installing drivers, using the on-screen display menu, troubleshooting and technical specifications. Enhanced for Accessibility...
- Page 2 CAUTION: Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions could result in damage to equipment or loss of information. User Guide HP L1755 17" & L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitor Third Edition (June 2005) Document Part Number: 370798-003...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents 1 Product Features 2 Safety and Maintenance Guidelines Important Safety Information..... . 2–1 Maintenance Guidelines......2–2 Cleaning the Monitor. - Page 4 B Technical Specifications L1755 17” Flat Panel Monitor ..... B–1 L1955 19” Flat Panel Monitor ..... B–3 Recognizing Preset Display Resolutions .
- Page 5 Contents in the European Union ......C–4 Japanese Notice ....... . C–5 Korean Notice .
- Page 6 Contents User Guide...
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Page 7: 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 8 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 9: Safety And Maintenance Guidelines
Safety and Maintenance Guidelines 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 10: Maintenance Guidelines
Safety and Maintenance Guidelines Ä CAUTION: For the protection of your monitor, as well as your computer, connect all power cords for your computer and its peripheral devices (such as a monitor, printer, scanner) to some form of surge protection device such as a power strip or Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS). -
Page 11: Cleaning The Monitor
Safety and Maintenance Guidelines ■ 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 12 Safety and Maintenance Guidelines 2–4 User Guide...
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Page 13: 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 14 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 15: Rear Panel Components
Setting Up the Monitor Rear Panel Components Rear Panel Components No. Component Function Master Power Turns off all power to the monitor. Switch AC Power Connects the AC power cord to the monitor. Connector DVI Connector Connects the DVI-I signal cable or DVI-D signal cable to (available on the monitor. -
Page 16: 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 17 Setting Up the Monitor 2. For analog operation, ❏ connect one end of the VGA signal cable to the VGA connector on the monitor and the other end to the VGA connector on the computer, or ❏ connect one end of the VGA-to-DVI signal cable to the DVI connector on the monitor and the other end to the VGA connector on the computer.
- Page 18 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 19 Setting Up the Monitor Connecting the VGA to DVI-I Signal Cable 3. Connect the USB cable to the USB upsteam connector on the monitor and to a convenient USB connector on the computer. Connecting the USB Cable User Guide 3–7...
- Page 20 Setting Up the Monitor 4. If ready, connect the USB devices to the USB downstream connectors on the monitor. Connecting USB Devices 3–8 User Guide...
- Page 21 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 22 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 23 Setting Up the Monitor Adjusting the Swivel User Guide 3–11...
- Page 24 Setting Up the Monitor Adjusting the Height 3–12 User Guide...
- Page 25 Setting Up the Monitor ✎ 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...
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Page 26: 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 27: Mounting The Monitor
Setting Up 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 28 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 29: Locating The Rating Label
Setting Up the Monitor 4. Pull down the quick release latch on the back of the display panel and mount it to the adapter plate on the swing arm or other mounting fixture until it latches into place. Locating the Rating Label The rating label is located in the bottom, left corner on the rear panel of the monitor. - Page 30 Setting Up the Monitor 3–18 User Guide...
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Page 31: Operating The Monitor
Operating the Monitor Software and Utilities The monitor includes a CD that contains two files you can install on your computer: ■ an .INF (Information) file ■ an .ICM (Image Color Matching) file Adobe Acrobat Reader is supplied on this CD and can be installed from the menu. -
Page 32: 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 33: Downloading From The Worldwide Web
Operating the Monitor 6. Ensure that the proper resolution and refresh rates appear in the Windows Display control panel. ✎ You may need to install the digitally signed monitor .INF and .ICM files manually from the CD in the event of an installation error. -
Page 34: Front Panel Controls
Operating the Monitor Front Panel Controls Front Panel Controls No. Control Function Auto Adjust Activates the auto adjustment feature for optimum image. Menu Opens the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. – ( Minus) • If OSD is on, press to navigate backward through the OSD menu features and decrease adjustment levels. -
Page 35: Adjusting Monitor Settings
Operating the Monitor 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 36: 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 37: Using The On-Screen Display
Operating the Monitor 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. Basic OSD Menu Levels Menu Level 1 Menu Level 2 Brightness... - Page 38 Operating the Monitor Advanced OSD Menu Levels Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Factory Preset Brightness Adjustment Scale Contrast Adjustment Scale Image Control Auto Adjustment “Adjusting” Message Horizontal Position Adjustment Scale Vertical Position Adjustment Scale Sharpness Adjustment Scale Clock Adjustment Scale Clock Phase Adjustment Scale Cancel...
- Page 39 Operating the Monitor Advanced OSD Menu Levels (Continued) Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Factory Preset Power On Status On / Off Selection Display Sleep Timer Timer Set Menu Default Video Input -Analog - VGA Digital - DVI Serial Number Display monitor s/n Basic Menu Sync-on-Green...
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Page 40: 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 41: Identifying Monitor Conditions
Operating the Monitor ✎ 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 42: 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 43: Srgb Support
Operating the Monitor 9. Press the Menu button to lock in the time chosen. 10. After setting the current time, the highlight automatically skips to Set Sleep Time hours. Repeat steps 6 through 9 to set Sleep Time. 11. If you do not want to set Sleep Time, press the Menu button twice, then select Save and Return to exit the menu. -
Page 44: 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 45 Operating the Monitor 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.
- Page 46 Operating the Monitor 4–16 User Guide...
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Page 47: Solving Common Problems
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 Connect the power cord. disconnected. Power switch on front Press the front panel power panel of the monitor is button. - Page 48 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Solution Image appears Brightness and contrast Press the Auto Adjust button blurred, indistinct, or are too low. on the front panel. If this too dark. does not correct the image, press the Menu button to open the Basic OSD Menu, and adjust the brightness and contrast scales as needed.
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Page 49: Using The Worldwide Web
Troubleshooting 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 51: B 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. L1755 17” Flat Panel Monitor L1755 Specifications Display 17.0 inches 43.2 cm... - Page 52 Technical Specifications L1755 Specifications (Continued) Dimensions (include pedestal) Height (bottom of height 16.1 inches 409 mm adjust range) Depth 8.3 inches 210 mm Width 14.4 inches 365 mm Maximum Graphics Resolution 1280 x 1024 (75 Hz) analog and digital modes...
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Page 53: L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitor
Technical Specifications L1955 19” Flat Panel Monitor L1955 Specifications Display 19.0 inches 48.3 cm Type TFT LCD Viewable Image Size 19.0-inch diagonal 48.3 cm Brightness 250 cd/m2 Contrast Ratio Up to 1000 to 1 Tilt --5 to 35 Swivel --50 to 50 Face Treatment Anti-glare polarizer with hard coating... -
Page 54: Recognizing Preset Display Resolutions
Technical Specifications L1955 Specifications (Continued) Environmental Requirements Temperature: 41to 95 5 to 35 Operating Temperature -4 to 140 -20 to 60 Non-operating Temperature Relative Humidity 20 to 80% Power Source 100 - 240 VAC, 60-50 Hz Power Consumption <40 watts typical Input Terminals 15-pin D-type connector with cable included. -
Page 55: Entering User Modes
Technical Specifications Factory Preset Display Modes (Continued) Preset Pixel Format Horz Freq (kHz) Vert Freq (Hz) 800 x 600 48.1 72.0 800 x 600 46.9 75.0 832 x 624 49.7 75.0 1024 x 768 48.4 60.0 1024 x 768 56.5 70.0 1024 x 768 60.0... -
Page 56: 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 57: 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 58: Modifications
Agency Regulatory Notices Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Hewlett Packard Company may void the user's authority to operate the equipment. 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. -
Page 59: Materials Disposal
Agency Regulatory Notices To identify this product, refer to the Part, Series, or Model number found on the product. Materials Disposal This HP product contains the following materials that might require special handling at end-of-life: ■ Mercury in the fluorescent lamp in the display LCD. ■... -
Page 60: In The European Union
Compliance with these directives implies conformity to applicable harmonized European standards (European Norms) which are listed on the EU Declaration of Conformity issued by Hewlett-Packard for this product or product family. This compliance is indicated by the following conformity marking placed on the product:... -
Page 61: Japanese Notice
Agency Regulatory Notices Japanese Notice Korean Notice ENERGY STAR Compliance Monitors that are marked with the ENERGY STAR Logo meet the requirements of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (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 62: Japanese Power Cord Requirements
Agency Regulatory Notices The power cord set (flexible cord or wall plug) received with the monitor meets the requirements for use in the country where you purchased the equipment. If you need to obtain a power cord for a different country, you should purchase a power cord that is approved for use in that country. - Page 63 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.
- Page 64 LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy To locate defective pixels, the monitor should be viewed under normal operating conditions, in normal operating mode at a supported resolution and refresh rate, from a distance of approximately 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.