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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.
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.
HP L1755 17" and L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitors User Guide
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... Connecting the Monitor 3-4 Removing the Monitor Base 3-14 Mounting the Monitor 3-15 Locating the Rating Label 3-17 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 Using the Sync-on-Green Format 4-6 Using the On-Screen Display 4-7 Adjusting Screen Quality 4-10 Optimizing Analog Video 4-10 Identifying Monitor Conditions 4-11 Sleep Timer Mode 4-12 User Guide...
... Connecting the Monitor 3-4 Removing the Monitor Base 3-14 Mounting the Monitor 3-15 Locating the Rating Label 3-17 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 Using the Sync-on-Green Format 4-6 Using the On-Screen Display 4-7 Adjusting Screen Quality 4-10 Optimizing Analog Video 4-10 Identifying Monitor Conditions 4-11 Sleep Timer Mode 4-12 User Guide...
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Contents sRGB Support 4-13 Changing the Color Temperature 4-14 Installing the sRGB ICM File for Microsoft Windows 2000 and Windows XP. . . . . . 4-14 A Troubleshooting Solving Common Problems A-1 Using the Worldwide Web A-3 Preparing to call Technical Support A-3 B Technical Specifications Recognizing Preset Display Resolutions B-4 Entering User Modes B-5 Energy Saver Feature B-6 C Agency Regulatory Notices Federal Communications Commission Notice C-1 Modifications C-1 Cables C-2 Declaration of Conformity for Products Marked with FCC Logo, United States...
Contents sRGB Support 4-13 Changing the Color Temperature 4-14 Installing the sRGB ICM File for Microsoft Windows 2000 and Windows XP. . . . . . 4-14 A Troubleshooting Solving Common Problems A-1 Using the Worldwide Web A-3 Preparing to call Technical Support A-3 B Technical Specifications Recognizing Preset Display Resolutions B-4 Entering User Modes B-5 Energy Saver Feature B-6 C Agency Regulatory Notices Federal Communications Commission Notice C-1 Modifications C-1 Cables C-2 Declaration of Conformity for Products Marked with FCC Logo, United States...
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...9632; HP L1955 model, 19-inch (48.3 cm) viewable area display, with narrow bezels. ■ 1280 × 1024 native resolution, plus full-screen support for lower resolutions. ■ Wide viewing angle to allow viewing from a sitting 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-I supports either Analog or Digital signal input (available on select models) ■ VGA analog, DVI-Digital, and VGA to DVI...
...9632; HP L1955 model, 19-inch (48.3 cm) viewable area display, with narrow bezels. ■ 1280 × 1024 native resolution, plus full-screen support for lower resolutions. ■ Wide viewing angle to allow viewing from a sitting 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-I supports either Analog or Digital signal input (available on select models) ■ VGA analog, DVI-Digital, and VGA to DVI...
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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. ■ On-Screen Display (OSD) adjustments in English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Simplified Chinese, and Spanish for ease of set-up and screen optimization. ■ Software and documentation...
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. ■ On-Screen Display (OSD) adjustments in English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Simplified Chinese, and Spanish for ease of set-up and screen optimization. ■ Software and documentation...
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... to service this ability. the power strips must be specifically labeled as a power strip or Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS). Maintenance Guidelines To enhance the performance and extend the life of your monitor near an outlet that are covered in use . 2-2 User Guide Disconnect the monitor by using a screen saver program and turning off when not in the operating instructions. Not all power cords for each device. ■ Install your monitor...
... to service this ability. the power strips must be specifically labeled as a power strip or Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS). Maintenance Guidelines To enhance the performance and extend the life of your monitor near an outlet that are covered in use . 2-2 User Guide Disconnect the monitor by using a screen saver program and turning off when not in the operating instructions. Not all power cords for each device. ■ Install your monitor...
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Connecting the Monitor 1. For digital operation, use the VGA signal cable or VGA to enable VGA signal input) on select models) The monitor will automatically determine which inputs have valid video signals. Place the monitor in a convenient, well-ventilated location near your computer. 3-4 User Guide The video mode supported by the DVI-I connector (available on the monitor front bezel. button (to enable DVI signal input) or the + button (to DVI-I signal cable provided. For analog operation, use the DVI-D signal cable provided. Setting Up the Monitor Selecting the Signal ...
Connecting the Monitor 1. For digital operation, use the VGA signal cable or VGA to enable VGA signal input) on select models) The monitor will automatically determine which inputs have valid video signals. Place the monitor in a convenient, well-ventilated location near your computer. 3-4 User Guide The video mode supported by the DVI-I connector (available on the monitor front bezel. button (to enable DVI signal input) or the + button (to DVI-I signal cable provided. For analog operation, use the DVI-D signal cable provided. Setting Up the Monitor Selecting the Signal ...
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User Guide 3-13 Setting Up the Monitor ✎ You can change your monitor. Pivoting the Monitor Ä CAUTION: Burn-in use for a prolonged period of time. To avoid burn-in image damage on your monitor screen, you will need to install the Pivot software, which is not in image damage may occur on monitors that display the same static image on the CD included with your monitor's viewing position to the portrait...
User Guide 3-13 Setting Up the Monitor ✎ You can change your monitor. Pivoting the Monitor Ä CAUTION: Burn-in use for a prolonged period of time. To avoid burn-in image damage on your monitor screen, you will need to install the Pivot software, which is not in image damage may occur on monitors that display the same static image on the CD included with your monitor's viewing position to the portrait...
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... the monitor. Ä CAUTION: Ensure that the monitor is lying flat, front bezel down on a wall, a swing arm or other mounting fixture. Attempting to remove the monitor from the monitor. 3-14 User Guide Disconnect and remove the signal and power cables from the back of the monitor base is turned off and the power and signal cables are both disconnected. Setting Up the Monitor Removing the Monitor Base The monitor base can be sure the monitor is positioned over...
... the monitor. Ä CAUTION: Ensure that the monitor is lying flat, front bezel down on a wall, a swing arm or other mounting fixture. Attempting to remove the monitor from the monitor. 3-14 User Guide Disconnect and remove the signal and power cables from the back of the monitor base is turned off and the power and signal cables are both disconnected. Setting Up the Monitor Removing the Monitor Base The monitor base can be sure the monitor is positioned over...
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...: 1. Operating the Monitor work through separate BNC type connectors or through distribution buffers/boxes. The .ICM files are data files that support this feature. ✎ The ICM color profile is activated from the CD To install the .INF and .ICM files on -screen instructions. 5. Select "Install INF and ICM Files." 4. After the INF software has been installed, restart Windows. 4-2 User Guide The CD menu displays. 2. This...
...: 1. Operating the Monitor work through separate BNC type connectors or through distribution buffers/boxes. The .ICM files are data files that support this feature. ✎ The ICM color profile is activated from the CD To install the .INF and .ICM files on -screen instructions. 5. Select "Install INF and ICM Files." 4. After the INF software has been installed, restart Windows. 4-2 User Guide The CD menu displays. 2. This...
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Operating the Monitor Level 1 Advanced OSD Menu Levels Level 2 Level 3 Brightness Contrast Image Control Color Language Management Adjustment Scale Adjustment Scale Auto Adjustment Horizontal Position Vertical Position Sharpness Clock Clock Phase Cancel Save and Return 9300 K 6500 K Custom Color sRGB Cancel Save and Return Deutsch English Espanol Francais Italiano Japanese S. Chinese Cancel Save and Return Power Saver Power On Recall Mode Display "Adjusting" Message Adjustment Scale Adjustment Scale Adjustment Scale Adjustment Scale Adjustment Scale Custom Color Adjustment On / Off ...
Operating the Monitor Level 1 Advanced OSD Menu Levels Level 2 Level 3 Brightness Contrast Image Control Color Language Management Adjustment Scale Adjustment Scale Auto Adjustment Horizontal Position Vertical Position Sharpness Clock Clock Phase Cancel Save and Return 9300 K 6500 K Custom Color sRGB Cancel Save and Return Deutsch English Espanol Francais Italiano Japanese S. Chinese Cancel Save and Return Power Saver Power On Recall Mode Display "Adjusting" Message Adjustment Scale Adjustment Scale Adjustment Scale Adjustment Scale Adjustment Scale Custom Color Adjustment On / Off ...
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VGA N Digital - DVI Serial Number Display monitor s/n Basic Menu N Sync-on-Green On / Off Selection Off Cancel Save and Return OSD Control Horizontal OSD Adjustment Scale N Position Vertical OSD Adjustment Scale N Position OSD Timeout Adjustment Scale N Cancel Save and Return Information Yes Factory Reset Yes No Exit User Guide 4-9 Operating the Monitor Advanced OSD Menu Levels (Continued) Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Factory Preset Power On Status On / Off Selection N Display Sleep Timer Timer Set Menu N Default Video Input -Analog -
VGA N Digital - DVI Serial Number Display monitor s/n Basic Menu N Sync-on-Green On / Off Selection Off Cancel Save and Return OSD Control Horizontal OSD Adjustment Scale N Position Vertical OSD Adjustment Scale N Position OSD Timeout Adjustment Scale N Cancel Save and Return Information Yes Factory Reset Yes No Exit User Guide 4-9 Operating the Monitor Advanced OSD Menu Levels (Continued) Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Factory Preset Power On Status On / Off Selection N Display Sleep Timer Timer Set Menu N Default Video Input -Analog -
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... Factory Reset menu in the on the monitor screen when identifying the following monitor conditions: ■ Input Signal Out of Range- If the OSD is locked, the warning message "OSD Lock" displays for ten seconds. ❏ If the OSD is locked, press and hold the Menu button for 10 seconds to unlock the OSD. ❏ If the OSD is not properly connected to Sleep- User Guide 4-11 Set the resolution and refresh rate for 10 seconds. Indicates the video cable is unlocked...
... Factory Reset menu in the on the monitor screen when identifying the following monitor conditions: ■ Input Signal Out of Range- If the OSD is locked, the warning message "OSD Lock" displays for ten seconds. ❏ If the OSD is locked, press and hold the Menu button for 10 seconds to unlock the OSD. ❏ If the OSD is not properly connected to Sleep- User Guide 4-11 Set the resolution and refresh rate for 10 seconds. Indicates the video cable is unlocked...
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... support Windows 95 and Windows NT operating systems 1. Operating the Monitor Changing the Color Temperature 1. Select Color to exit the menu. Installing the sRGB ICM File for Microsoft Windows 2000 and Windows XP ✎ To complete the following procedure, you from completing this procedure. Click the Display icon in the Main Menu. 3. In the Display Properties windows, select the Settings tab, then click the Advanced button. 4-14 User Guide...
... support Windows 95 and Windows NT operating systems 1. Operating the Monitor Changing the Color Temperature 1. Select Color to exit the menu. Installing the sRGB ICM File for Microsoft Windows 2000 and Windows XP ✎ To complete the following procedure, you from completing this procedure. Click the Display icon in the Main Menu. 3. In the Display Properties windows, select the Settings tab, then click the Advanced button. 4-14 User Guide...
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.... Master power switch on rear panel of the monitor is turned Off. Video cable is blank. Turn the master power switch to Chapter 3, Setting Up the Monitor, for more information. Screen blanking utility is disconnected. Press the front panel power button. Power switch on the keyboard or move the mouse to inactivate the screen blanking utility. Connect the video cable properly. Press any key on front panel of the monitor is turned off. Solution Connect the power cord. A Troubleshooting Solving Common Problems...
.... Master power switch on rear panel of the monitor is turned Off. Video cable is blank. Turn the master power switch to Chapter 3, Setting Up the Monitor, for more information. Screen blanking utility is disconnected. Press the front panel power button. Power switch on the keyboard or move the mouse to inactivate the screen blanking utility. Connect the video cable properly. Press any key on front panel of the monitor is turned off. Solution Connect the power cord. A Troubleshooting Solving Common Problems...
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... VGA connector on screen. Position may need adjustment. Select Image Control/ Horizontal Position or Vertical Position to open the Basic OSD Menu, and adjust the brightness and contrast scales as needed. Be sure that the new settings take effect. Restart your settings to access the OSD menu. A-2 User Guide Video resolution and/or refresh rate are too low. If this does not correct the image, press the Menu button to adjust the horizontal or vertical position of Range. Connect the 15-pin monitor video cable to the VGA connector on the computer, the DVI-D signal cable...
... VGA connector on screen. Position may need adjustment. Select Image Control/ Horizontal Position or Vertical Position to open the Basic OSD Menu, and adjust the brightness and contrast scales as needed. Be sure that the new settings take effect. Restart your settings to access the OSD menu. A-2 User Guide Video resolution and/or refresh rate are too low. If this does not correct the image, press the Menu button to adjust the horizontal or vertical position of Range. Connect the 15-pin monitor video cable to the VGA connector on the computer, the DVI-D signal cable...
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Technical Specifications L1955 Flat Panel Monitor Display Type 19.0 inches TFT LCD 48.3 cm Viewable Image Size 19.0-inch diagonal 48.3 cm Brightness 250 cd/m2 Contrast Ratio Tilt Swivel Up to 1000 to 1 --5 to 35o --50 to 50o Face Treatment Anti-glare polarizer with hard coating Maximum Weight (Unpacked, base attached) 16.5 lbs. 7.5 kg Dimensions (include pedestal) Height (bottom of height adjust range) Depth Width 16.8 inches 8.3 inches 15.9 inches 426 mm 210 mm 404...
Technical Specifications L1955 Flat Panel Monitor Display Type 19.0 inches TFT LCD 48.3 cm Viewable Image Size 19.0-inch diagonal 48.3 cm Brightness 250 cd/m2 Contrast Ratio Tilt Swivel Up to 1000 to 1 --5 to 35o --50 to 50o Face Treatment Anti-glare polarizer with hard coating Maximum Weight (Unpacked, base attached) 16.5 lbs. 7.5 kg Dimensions (include pedestal) Height (bottom of height adjust range) Depth Width 16.8 inches 8.3 inches 15.9 inches 426 mm 210 mm 404...
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Technical Specifications L1955 Flat Panel Monitor (Continued) Environmental Requirements Temperature: Operating Temperature Non-operating Temperature 41to 95o F -4 to 140o F 5 to 35o C -20 to 60o C Relative Humidity 20 to 80% Power Source 100 - 240 VAC, 60-50 Hz Power Consumption
Technical Specifications L1955 Flat Panel Monitor (Continued) Environmental Requirements Temperature: Operating Temperature Non-operating Temperature 41to 95o F -4 to 140o F 5 to 35o C -20 to 60o C Relative Humidity 20 to 80% Power Source 100 - 240 VAC, 60-50 Hz Power Consumption
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... power state, the Power light blinks amber. There is turned amber. When the monitor is green. By selecting settings in the reduced power state, the monitor will utilize less than 40 watts of power and the Power light is in the monitor's Energy Saver utility, you can also program the monitor to enter into if the monitor detects the absence of either the horizontal sync signal and/or the vertical sync signal. B-6 User Guide...
... power state, the Power light blinks amber. There is turned amber. When the monitor is green. By selecting settings in the reduced power state, the monitor will utilize less than 40 watts of power and the Power light is in the monitor's Energy Saver utility, you can also program the monitor to enter into if the monitor detects the absence of either the horizontal sync signal and/or the vertical sync signal. B-6 User Guide...
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... purchased the equipment. A power cord should purchase a power cord that is provided with the monitor meets the requirements for use , contact your HP authorized service provider. For use in Japan: ■ Please use the power cord received with the product. ■ The power cord received with other products. If you need to be walked on the product's electrical ratings label. User Guide C-5 The power cord must be rated for the product...
... purchased the equipment. A power cord should purchase a power cord that is provided with the monitor meets the requirements for use , contact your HP authorized service provider. For use in Japan: ■ Please use the power cord received with the product. ■ The power cord received with other products. If you need to be walked on the product's electrical ratings label. User Guide C-5 The power cord must be rated for the product...