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User Guide HP L1740 17" and L1940 19" Flat Panel Monitors Document Part Number: 372837-001 January 2005 This guide provides information on setting up the monitor, installing drivers, using the on-screen display menu, troubleshooting and technical specifications.
User Guide HP L1740 17" and L1940 19" Flat Panel Monitors Document Part Number: 372837-001 January 2005 This guide provides information on setting up the monitor, installing drivers, using the on-screen display menu, troubleshooting and technical specifications.
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..., Windows, and Windows NT are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated. HP shall not be liable for HP products and services are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S. User Guide HP L1740 17" and L1940 19" Flat Panel Monitors First Edition (January 2005) Document Part Number: ...errors or omissions contained herein. No part of Microsoft Corporation in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. and other countries. Adobe, Acrobat, and Acrobat Reader are set off in this manner indicates that is subject to change...
..., Windows, and Windows NT are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated. HP shall not be liable for HP products and services are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S. User Guide HP L1740 17" and L1940 19" Flat Panel Monitors First Edition (January 2005) Document Part Number: ...errors or omissions contained herein. No part of Microsoft Corporation in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. and other countries. Adobe, Acrobat, and Acrobat Reader are set off in this manner indicates that is subject to change...
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... the Monitor 2-3 Shipping the Monitor 2-3 3 Setting Up the Monitor Unfolding the Monitor Base 3-1 Identifying Rear Panel Components 3-2 Selecting the Signal Connectors and Cables 3-3 Connecting the Monitor 3-3 Removing the Monitor Base 3-10 Mounting the Monitor 3-11 Locating the Rating Label 3-13 4 Operating the Monitor Software and Utilities 4-1 The Information File 4-1 The Image Color Matching File 4-2 Installing the .INF and .ICM Files 4-2 Installing from the CD 4-2 Downloading from the Worldwide Web 4-3 Front Panel Controls 4-4 Adjusting Monitor Settings 4-5 User Guide i
... the Monitor 2-3 Shipping the Monitor 2-3 3 Setting Up the Monitor Unfolding the Monitor Base 3-1 Identifying Rear Panel Components 3-2 Selecting the Signal Connectors and Cables 3-3 Connecting the Monitor 3-3 Removing the Monitor Base 3-10 Mounting the Monitor 3-11 Locating the Rating Label 3-13 4 Operating the Monitor Software and Utilities 4-1 The Information File 4-1 The Image Color Matching File 4-2 Installing the .INF and .ICM Files 4-2 Installing from the CD 4-2 Downloading from the Worldwide Web 4-3 Front Panel Controls 4-4 Adjusting Monitor Settings 4-5 User Guide i
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Contents Using the On-Screen Display 4-6 Adjusting Screen Quality 4-9 Optimizing Analog Video 4-9 Identifying Monitor Conditions 4-10 Sleep Timer Mode 4-11 sRGB Support 4-12 Changing the Color Temperature 4-13 Installing the sRGB ICM File for Microsoft Windows 2000 and Windows XP 4-13 A Troubleshooting Solving Common Problems A-1 Using the Worldwide Web A-3 Preparing to call Technical Support A-3 B Technical Specifications L1740 Flat Panel Monitor B-1 L1940 Flat Panel Monitor B-3 Recognizing Preset Display Resolutions B-4 Entering User Modes B-5 Energy Saver Feature B-6 C ...
Contents Using the On-Screen Display 4-6 Adjusting Screen Quality 4-9 Optimizing Analog Video 4-9 Identifying Monitor Conditions 4-10 Sleep Timer Mode 4-11 sRGB Support 4-12 Changing the Color Temperature 4-13 Installing the sRGB ICM File for Microsoft Windows 2000 and Windows XP 4-13 A Troubleshooting Solving Common Problems A-1 Using the Worldwide Web A-3 Preparing to call Technical Support A-3 B Technical Specifications L1740 Flat Panel Monitor B-1 L1940 Flat Panel Monitor B-3 Recognizing Preset Display Resolutions B-4 Entering User Modes B-5 Energy Saver Feature B-6 C ...
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... or standing position, or moving side-to-side. ■ Tilt, swivel, and height adjustment capabilities. ■ Easily removable base for flexible mounting solutions. ■ Multiple video inputs supported: ❏ VGA Analog ❏ DVI signal input (available on select models) ■ VGA analog signal cable included. ■ USB 2.0 hub with one upstream (connects to the computer) and two downstream (connects to USB devices) ports. ■ USB cable included to connect the monitor's USB ports to the USB connector on the computer. User Guide 1-1 1 Product Features The Flat Panel...
... or standing position, or moving side-to-side. ■ Tilt, swivel, and height adjustment capabilities. ■ Easily removable base for flexible mounting solutions. ■ Multiple video inputs supported: ❏ VGA Analog ❏ DVI signal input (available on select models) ■ VGA analog signal cable included. ■ USB 2.0 hub with one upstream (connects to the computer) and two downstream (connects to USB devices) ports. ■ USB cable included to connect the monitor's USB ports to the USB connector on the computer. User Guide 1-1 1 Product Features The Flat Panel...
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Product Features ■ Mounting feature on bottom of monitor to accept an optional Speaker Bar accessory kit. ■ Plug and play capability if supported by your system. ■ On-Screen Display (OSD) adjustments in English, Dutch, French, Italian, Simplified Chinese, German, and Spanish for ease of set-up and screen optimization. ■ Software and documentation CD includes an information file (INF), Image Color Matching file (ICM), and...
Product Features ■ Mounting feature on bottom of monitor to accept an optional Speaker Bar accessory kit. ■ Plug and play capability if supported by your system. ■ On-Screen Display (OSD) adjustments in English, Dutch, French, Italian, Simplified Chinese, German, and Spanish for ease of set-up and screen optimization. ■ Software and documentation CD includes an information file (INF), Image Color Matching file (ICM), and...
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... protection of your monitor, as well as your computer, connect all power strips provide surge protection; Maintenance Guidelines To enhance the performance and extend the life of the cord. Use a power strip whose manufacturer offers a Damage Replacement Policy so you can replace your monitor near an outlet that are covered in use . 2-2 User Guide Not all power cords for each device. ■ Install your equipment if...
... protection of your monitor, as well as your computer, connect all power strips provide surge protection; Maintenance Guidelines To enhance the performance and extend the life of the cord. Use a power strip whose manufacturer offers a Damage Replacement Policy so you can replace your monitor near an outlet that are covered in use . 2-2 User Guide Not all power cords for each device. ■ Install your equipment if...
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Component Function 1 AC power connector Connects the AC power cord to the monitor. 2 USB downstream Connects optional USB devices to the monitor. 3-2 User Guide connectors 3 USB upstream connector Connects the USB cable to the host (computer or another USB hub). 4 DVI connector Connects the DVI-D signal cable to the monitor. (available on select models) 5 VGA connector Connects the VGA cable to the monitor. Setting Up the Monitor Identifying Rear Panel Components Rear Panel Components No.
Component Function 1 AC power connector Connects the AC power cord to the monitor. 2 USB downstream Connects optional USB devices to the monitor. 3-2 User Guide connectors 3 USB upstream connector Connects the USB cable to the host (computer or another USB hub). 4 DVI connector Connects the DVI-D signal cable to the monitor. (available on select models) 5 VGA connector Connects the VGA cable to the monitor. Setting Up the Monitor Identifying Rear Panel Components Rear Panel Components No.
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...; VGA connector ■ DVI-D connector (available on power cords or cables. Do not place anything on select models) The monitor will automatically determine which inputs have valid video signals. User Guide 3-3 Connecting the Monitor Å WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to enable VGA signal input) or the - The inputs can be selected through the On-Screen Display (OSD) feature or by pressing the + button (to your equipment: Do not disable...
...; VGA connector ■ DVI-D connector (available on power cords or cables. Do not place anything on select models) The monitor will automatically determine which inputs have valid video signals. User Guide 3-3 Connecting the Monitor Å WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to enable VGA signal input) or the - The inputs can be selected through the On-Screen Display (OSD) feature or by pressing the + button (to your equipment: Do not disable...
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... removing the base from the monitor. 3-10 User Guide Before removing the monitor from the base, ensure that the base is set to the maximum base extension. Setting Up the Monitor Removing the Monitor Base The monitor base can be sure the monitor is turned off and the power and signal cables are both disconnected. Lay the front bezel down , and that the monitor is lying flat, front bezel down on a wall, a swing arm or other mounting...
... removing the base from the monitor. 3-10 User Guide Before removing the monitor from the base, ensure that the base is set to the maximum base extension. Setting Up the Monitor Removing the Monitor Base The monitor base can be sure the monitor is turned off and the power and signal cables are both disconnected. Lay the front bezel down , and that the monitor is lying flat, front bezel down on a wall, a swing arm or other mounting...
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Remove the monitor base 2 from the monitor base. 3. Removing the Monitor Base Mounting the Monitor 1. Remove the four screws 1 from the monitor. User Guide 3-11 Remove the monitor base. Refer to "Removing the Monitor Base" steps in the previous section. ✎ For stand mounting purposes, when the base is removed, four threaded mounting holes are compliant with the Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA) standard for mounting flat panel displays. Setting Up the Monitor 2. These mounting holes are spaced 100 mm apart and are exposed on the display panel.
Remove the monitor base 2 from the monitor base. 3. Removing the Monitor Base Mounting the Monitor 1. Remove the four screws 1 from the monitor. User Guide 3-11 Remove the monitor base. Refer to "Removing the Monitor Base" steps in the previous section. ✎ For stand mounting purposes, when the base is removed, four threaded mounting holes are compliant with the Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA) standard for mounting flat panel displays. Setting Up the Monitor 2. These mounting holes are spaced 100 mm apart and are exposed on the display panel.
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Consult the documentation included with the mounting fixture for additional instructions. Setting Up the Monitor 2. Mounting the Monitor 3-12 User Guide Using the screws 1 previously removed from the monitor base, mount the display 2 to a swing arm or other mounting fixture.
Consult the documentation included with the mounting fixture for additional instructions. Setting Up the Monitor 2. Mounting the Monitor 3-12 User Guide Using the screws 1 previously removed from the monitor base, mount the display 2 to a swing arm or other mounting fixture.
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... Format specification. Follow the on the computer from the CD To install the .INF and .ICM files on -screen instructions. 5. Installing from the CD: 1. You may need to update, you need to monitor screen. View the "INF and ICM Readme" file. 3. The .ICM file contains a monitor color system profile. Select "Install INF and ICM Files." 4. After the INF software has been installed, restart Windows. 4-2 User Guide Operating the Monitor work through...
... Format specification. Follow the on the computer from the CD To install the .INF and .ICM files on -screen instructions. 5. Installing from the CD: 1. You may need to update, you need to monitor screen. View the "INF and ICM Readme" file. 3. The .ICM file contains a monitor color system profile. Select "Install INF and ICM Files." 4. After the INF software has been installed, restart Windows. 4-2 User Guide Operating the Monitor work through...
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... Contrast Image Control Color Language Management Advanced OSD Menu Levels Level 2 Level 3 Adjustment Scale Adjustment Scale Auto Adjustment Horizontal Position Vertical Position Clock Clock Phase Cancel Save and Return 9300 K 6500 K Custom Color sRGB Cancel Save and Return Deutsch S. Chinese English Espanol Francais Italiano Nederlands Cancel Save and Return Power Saver Power On Recall "Adjusting" Message Adjustment Scale Adjustment Scale Adjustment Scale Adjustment Scale Custom Color Adjustment On / Off Selection On / Off Selection Factory Preset Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y N N N N User Guide...
... Contrast Image Control Color Language Management Advanced OSD Menu Levels Level 2 Level 3 Adjustment Scale Adjustment Scale Auto Adjustment Horizontal Position Vertical Position Clock Clock Phase Cancel Save and Return 9300 K 6500 K Custom Color sRGB Cancel Save and Return Deutsch S. Chinese English Espanol Francais Italiano Nederlands Cancel Save and Return Power Saver Power On Recall "Adjusting" Message Adjustment Scale Adjustment Scale Adjustment Scale Adjustment Scale Custom Color Adjustment On / Off Selection On / Off Selection Factory Preset Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y N N N N User Guide...
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... User Guide Indicates the monitor is entering a reduced power state but the power saving feature is set higher than the monitor supports. Displays when auto adjustment feature is active. ■ OSD Lock-The OSD can be enabled or disabled by pressing and holding the Menu button on the front panel for 10 seconds to unlock the OSD. ❏ If the OSD is not properly connected to Sleep- To restore the factory settings, select Yes from the Factory Reset menu...
... User Guide Indicates the monitor is entering a reduced power state but the power saving feature is set higher than the monitor supports. Displays when auto adjustment feature is active. ■ OSD Lock-The OSD can be enabled or disabled by pressing and holding the Menu button on the front panel for 10 seconds to unlock the OSD. ❏ If the OSD is not properly connected to Sleep- To restore the factory settings, select Yes from the Factory Reset menu...
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... not support Windows 95 and Windows NT operating systems 1. Select "sRGB Color Space Profile," then click Set as the Default Monitor Profile. Press the Menu button on the front panel of the administrator's group. To activate a color profile for Microsoft Windows 2000 and Windows XP ✎ To complete the following procedure, you must set it as Default button. 6. Operating the Monitor Changing the Color Temperature 1. User Guide 4-13 In the Display Properties windows...
... not support Windows 95 and Windows NT operating systems 1. Select "sRGB Color Space Profile," then click Set as the Default Monitor Profile. Press the Menu button on the front panel of the administrator's group. To activate a color profile for Microsoft Windows 2000 and Windows XP ✎ To complete the following procedure, you must set it as Default button. 6. Operating the Monitor Changing the Color Temperature 1. User Guide 4-13 In the Display Properties windows...
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.... "Out of the image. Solution Press the Auto Adjust button on screen. Select Image Control/ Horizontal Position or Vertical Position to open the Basic OSD Menu, and adjust the brightness and contrast scales as needed. Change your monitor supports. Image is disconnected. "Check Signal Cable" is displayed on the front panel. Possible Cause Brightness and contrast are set higher than what your settings to access the OSD menu. Monitor video cable is not centered. Restart your computer so that the computer power is displayed on select models only). Be...
.... "Out of the image. Solution Press the Auto Adjust button on screen. Select Image Control/ Horizontal Position or Vertical Position to open the Basic OSD Menu, and adjust the brightness and contrast scales as needed. Change your monitor supports. Image is disconnected. "Check Signal Cable" is displayed on the front panel. Possible Cause Brightness and contrast are set higher than what your settings to access the OSD menu. Monitor video cable is not centered. Restart your computer so that the computer power is displayed on select models only). Be...
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Technical Specifications L1940 Flat Panel Monitor (Continued) Relative Humidity 20 to 80% Power Source 100 - 240 VAC, 60-50 Hz Power Consumption
Technical Specifications L1940 Flat Panel Monitor (Continued) Relative Humidity 20 to 80% Power Source 100 - 240 VAC, 60-50 Hz Power Consumption
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... reduced power state at a predetermined time. B-6 User Guide When the monitor's Energy Saver utility causes the monitor to its normal operating mode, the monitor uses less than 2 watts of either the horizontal sync signal and/or the vertical sync signal. The monitor also supports a reduced power state. Upon detecting the absence of these signals, the monitor screen is blanked, the backlight is turned off, and the Power light is green. By selecting settings in the monitor's Energy...
... reduced power state at a predetermined time. B-6 User Guide When the monitor's Energy Saver utility causes the monitor to its normal operating mode, the monitor uses less than 2 watts of either the horizontal sync signal and/or the vertical sync signal. The monitor also supports a reduced power state. Upon detecting the absence of these signals, the monitor screen is blanked, the backlight is turned off, and the Power light is green. By selecting settings in the monitor's Energy...
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... against it. For use in Japan: ■ Please use the power cord received with the product. ■ The power cord received with this product is provided with Automatic Line Switching (ALS). The power cord set (flexible cord or wall plug) received with other products. User Guide C-5 If you have questions about the type of the cord must be rated for the product and for use in the country...
... against it. For use in Japan: ■ Please use the power cord received with the product. ■ The power cord received with this product is provided with Automatic Line Switching (ALS). The power cord set (flexible cord or wall plug) received with other products. User Guide C-5 If you have questions about the type of the cord must be rated for the product and for use in the country...