User Guide
HP L1506 15”, L1706 17”, and
L1906 19” Flat Panel Monitors
Document Part Number: 389521-001
September 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
Contents
1 Product Features
2 Safety and Maintenance Guidelines
3 Setting Up the Monitor
Installing the Monitor Pedestal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–1
4 Operating the Monitor
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 On-Screen Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–6
Adjusting Screen Quality. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–8
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Optimizing Digital Conversion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–9
Sleep Timer Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–10
Installing the HP Display LiteSaver Software. . . . . 4–12
2000 and Windows XP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–15
Preparing to call Technical Support. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A–5
B Technical Specifications
Recognizing Preset Display Resolutions. . . . . . . . . . B–6
C Agency Regulatory Notices
Commission Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C–1
Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C–2
Materials disposal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C–3
Canadian Notice. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C–3
Avis Canadien . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C–3
European Union Regulatory Notice. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C–3
Disposal of Waste Equipment by Users in Private Household
in the European Union . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C–4
Japanese Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C–5
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Korean Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C–5
ENERGY STAR Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C–5
Power Cord Set Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C–5
Japanese Power Cord Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . C–6
D LCD Monitor Quality
and Pixel Policy
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Product Features
The Flat Panel Display has an active matrix, thin-film transistor
(TFT), liquid crystal display (LCD). The monitor features
include:
L1506 Model
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15-inch (38.1 cm) viewable area display.
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1024 x 768 resolution, plus full-screen support for lower
resolutions.
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Wide viewing angle to allow viewing from a sitting or
standing position, or moving side-to-side.
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Tilt adjustment capabilities.
Removable pedestal and VESA 75mm mounting holes for
flexible mounting solutions.
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Plug and play capability if supported by your system.
On-Screen Display (OSD) adjustments in English, Dutch,
French, German, Italian, Simplified Chinese, and Spanish for
ease of set-up and screen optimization.
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Software and documentation CD includes an information file
(INF), Image color Matching File (ICM), and product
documentation.
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Energy Saver feature for Energy Star compliance.
Security lock slot.
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Compliant with the following regulated specifications:
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EPA ENERGY STAR
European Union CE Directives
Swedish MPR II 1990
Swedish TCO
L1706 Model
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17-inch (43.18 cm) viewable area display.
1280 × 1024 native resolution, plus full-screen support for
lower resolutions.
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Wide viewing angle to allow viewing from a sitting or
standing position, or moving side-to-side.
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Tilt adjustment capabilities.
Removable pedestal and VESA 100mm mounting holes for
flexible mounting solutions.
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Plug and play capability if supported by your system.
On-Screen Display (OSD) adjustments in English, Dutch,
French, German, Italian, Simplified Chinese, and Spanish for
ease of set-up and screen optimization.
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Software and documentation CD includes an information file
(INF), Image Color Matching file (ICM), and product
documentation.
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Energy Saver feature for Energy Star compliance.
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EPA ENERGY STAR
European Union CE Directives
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Swedish MPR II 1990
Swedish TCO
L1906 Model
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19-inch (48.3 cm) viewable area display.
1280 x 1024 native resolution, plus full-screen support for
lower resolutions.
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Wide viewing angle to allow viewing from a sitting or
standing position, or moving side-to-side.
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Tilt adjustment capabilities.
Removable pedestal and VESA 100mm mounting holes for
flexible mounting solutions.
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Plug and play capability if supported by your system.
On-Screen Display (OSD) adjustments in English, Dutch,
French, German, Italian, Simplified Chinese, and Spanish for
ease of set-up and screen optimization.
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Software and documentation CD includes an information file
(INF), Image Color Matching file (ICM), and product
documentation.
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Energy Saver feature for Energy Star compliance.
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Compliant with the following regulated specifications:
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EPA ENERGY STAR
European Union CE Directives
Swedish MPR II 1990
Swedish TCO
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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” section
in Appendix C.
ÅWARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to your
equipment, do not disable the power cord grounding feature. This
equipment is designed to be connected to a grounded (earthed)
power outlet that is easily accessible to the operator. The grounding
plug is an important safety feature.
ÅWARNING: For your safety, be sure that the power outlet you plug
the power cord into is easily accessible and located as close to the
equipment as possible. When you need to disconnect the power to
the equipment, unplug the power cord from the power outlet by
grasping the plug firmly. Never pull on the cord.
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ÄCAUTION: 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). Not all power strips provide surge protection;
the power strips must be specifically labeled as having this ability.
Use a power strip whose manufacturer offers a Damage Replacement
Policy so you can replace your equipment if surge protection fails.
Maintenance Guidelines
To enhance the performance and extend the life of your monitor:
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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.
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Use only a power source and connection appropriate for this
monitor, as indicated on the label/back plate of the monitor.
Be sure the total ampere rating of the products connected to
the outlet does not exceed the current rating of the electrical
outlet, and the total ampere rating of the products connected
to the cord does not exceed the rating of the cord. Look on the
power label to determine the ampere rating (AMPS or A) for
each device.
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Install your 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 your monitor off when not in use. You can substantially
increase the life expectancy of your monitor by using a screen
saver program and turning off the monitor when not in use.
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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.
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Do not drop your monitor or place it on an unstable surface.
Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not walk
on the cord.
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Keep your monitor in a well-ventilated area, away from
excessive light, heat or moisture.
When removing the monitor base, you must lay the monitor
face down on a soft area to prevent it from getting scratched,
defaced, or broken.
Cleaning the Monitor
1. Turn off the monitor and the computer.
2. Unplug the monitor from the wall outlet.
3. Clean the monitor plastics with a clean cloth dampened with
water.
4. Clean the monitor screen with an antistatic screen cleaner.
ÄCAUTION: Do not use benzene, thinner, ammonia, or any other
volatile substances to clean your monitor or the screen. These
chemicals may damage the cabinet finish as well as the screen.
Shipping the Monitor
Keep the original packing box in a storage area. You may need it
later if you move or ship your monitor.
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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 Pedestal
To install the monitor pedestal:
1. Place the pedestal plate on your desktop or table and check to
be sure the arrow on the underside of the plate is facing
forward.
Do not install the base if the monitor will be used on a wall,
swing arm, or other mounting fixture; instead see the section on
“Mounting the Monitor” in this chapter.
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2. Using both hands, position the monitor over the pedestal base
and press down firmly to lock the pedestal base in place.
When the base locks, it will make a clicking sound. Make
sure the pedestal base is securely locked before continuing
with the setup.
Inserting the Monitor into the Pedestal Base
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Connecting the Monitor
1. Place the monitor in a convenient, well-ventilated location
near your computer.
2. Connect the monitor signal cable on the back of the monitor
to the video connector on the rear panel of the computer.
ÅWARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to your
equipment:
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Do not disable the power cord grounding plug. The grounding
plug is an important safety feature.
Plug the power cord into a grounded (earthed) electrical outlet
that is easily accessible at all times.
Disconnect power from the monitor by unplugging the power
cord from the electrical outlet.
Do not place anything on power cords or cables. Arrange them
so that no one may accidentally step on or trip over them. Do not
pull on a cord or cable. When unplugging from the electrical
outlet, grasp the cord by the plug.
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3. Connect one end of the power cable to the back of the
monitor, and the other end to an electrical wall outlet.
Connecting the Signal and Power Cables
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4. Adjust the monitor as needed for your comfort using the
monitor’s tilt adjustment capability.
Tilting the Monitor
5. Press the power switch to turn on the monitor.
ÄCAUTION: 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 your 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. Image
retention is a condition that may occur on all LCD screens.
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Removing the Monitor Base
You can remove the monitor base 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.
ÄCAUTION: Before beginning to disassemble the monitor, be sure
the monitor is turned off and the power and signal cables are both
disconnected. If your monitor has a connected audio cable,
disconnect it.
ÄCAUTION: Do not remove the base from the monitor while the
monitor is in the upright position. Lay the front bezel down on a soft
area to prevent it from getting scratched, defaced, or broken.
1. Disconnect and remove the signal and power cables from the
back of the monitor.
2. Remove the stand cap 1 from the top of the pedestal pillar.
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3. Remove the three screws 2 as shown in the following
illustration.
Removing the Monitor Base
ÄCAUTION: Ensure that the bottom of the monitor base is positioned
over a table or desktop before removing the base from the monitor.
4. Remove the monitor base 3 from the monitor.
Mounting the Monitor
1. Remove the monitor base. Refer to “Removing the Monitor
Base” steps in the previous section.
After the base is removed from the monitor, four threaded
mounting holes are exposed on the monitor back panel to be
used for mounting purposes. These mounting holes are
100mm apart and are compliant with the Video Electronics
Standards Association (VESA) standard for mounting flat
panel displays.
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ÄCAUTION: This monitor supports the VESA industry standard
100mm mounting holes. To attach a third party mounting solution to
the monitor, four 4mm, 0.7 pitch, and 10mm long screws are
required (not provided with the monitor). Longer screws should not be
used because they may damage the monitor. It is important to verify
that the manufacturer’s mounting solution is compliant with the VESA
standard and is rated to support the weight of the monitor display
panel. For best performance, it is important to use the power and
video cable provided with the monitor.
2. Mount the monitor to a swing arm or other mounting fixture
by following the instructions included with the mounting
fixture to be used.
Locating the Rating Labels
The rating labels on the monitor provide the spare part number,
product number, and serial number. You may need these numbers
when contacting HP about your monitor model. The rating labels
are located on the left and right sides of the monitor pedestal.
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Software and Utilities
The monitor includes a CD that contains two files you can install
on your computer:
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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.
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.
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The Information File
The .INF file enables the computer to communicate with the
monitor and use all the monitor features. The .INF file defines
monitor resources used by Microsoft Windows operating systems
to ensure monitor compatibility with the computer’s graphics
adapter.
This monitor is Windows Plug and Play compatible and the
monitor will work correctly without installing the .INF file.
Monitor Plug and Play compatibility requires that the computer’s
graphic card is VESA DDC2 compliant and that the monitor
connects directly to the graphics card. Plug and Play does not
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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. The .ICM
file contains a monitor color system profile. This file is activated
from within graphics programs that support this feature.
The ICM color profile is written in accordance with the
International Color Consortium (ICC) Profile Format
specification.
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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:
1. Insert the CD in the computer CD-ROM drive. The CD menu
displays.
2. View the “INF and ICM Readme” file.
3. Select “Install INF and ICM Files.”
4. Follow the on-screen instructions.
5. After the INF software has been installed, restart Windows.
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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. Refer to the INF and ICM Readme file on the CD.
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Downloading from the Worldwide Web
To download the latest version of .INF and .ICM files from the
HP monitors support Web site:
region.
2. Follow the links for your monitor to the support page and
download page.
3. Ensure your system meets the requirements.
4. Download the software by following the instructions.
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Front Panel Controls
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Control
Function
1
2
Menu
Opens, selects or exits the OSD menu.
– (Minus button)
• Navigates backward through the OSD menu
and decreases adjustment levels.
• If the OSD menu is inactive, activates the auto
adjustment feature to optimize the screen image.
3
4
+ (Plus button)
Navigates forward through the OSD menu and
increases adjustment levels.
Power LED
Fully powered = Green.
Sleep mode = Amber.
Sleep Timer mode = Flashing Amber.
5
Power
Turns the monitor on or off.
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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. To access the OSD Menu, press the Menu button on the
monitor’s front panel.
3. To navigate through the OSD Menu, press the + (Plus) button
on the monitor’s front panel to scroll up, or the – (Minus)
button to scroll in reverse.
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.
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6. After adjusting the function, select Save and Return, or
Cancel if you don’t want to save the setting, then select Exit
from the Main Menu.
If the buttons remain untouched for 10 seconds while displaying a
menu, new adjustments will be discarded and the settings will
revert to previous settings and exit the menu.
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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
Adjustment Scale
Adjustment Scale
Contrast
Auto Adjustment
Advanced Menu
Exit
To access the Advanced OSD Menu, press the menu button again,
or select Advanced Menu from the Basic OSD Menu.
After selecting the Advanced Menu from the Basic Menu, the
Advanced Menu remains the default OSD on subsequent
power-ups of the monitor until the Basic Menu is selected or
Factory Reset is applied.
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The Advanced OSD Menu has up to three sublevels and can be
viewed in one of six available languages. The following table
provides the menus and their functions at each level:
Advanced OSD Menu Levels
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Factory
Preset
Brightness
Adjustment Scale
Adjustment Scale
Auto Adjustment
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Contrast
Image Control
“Adjusting” Message
Horizontal Position Adjustment Scale
Vertical Position
Clock
Adjustment Scale
Adjustment Scale
Adjustment Scale
Clock Phase
Cancel
Save and Return
9300 K
Color
6500 K
Y
Custom Color
Custom Color
Adjustment
sRGB
Cancel
Save and Return
Deutsch
Language
English
N
Espanol
Francais
Italiano
Nederlands
Simplified Chinese
Cancel
Save and Return
Power Saver
Power On Recall
Management
On / Off Selection
On / Off Selection
N
N
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Advanced OSD Menu Levels (Continued)
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Factory
Preset
Mode Display
On / Off Selection
On / Off Selection
N
N
Power-On Status
Display
Sleep Timer
Timer Set Menu
N
Serial Number
Displays monitor
serial number
Basic Menu
Cancel
Save and Return
OSD Control
Horizontal Position Adjustment Scale
N
N
N
Vertical Position
OSD Timeout
Cancel
Adjustment Scale
Adjustment Scale
Save and Return
Information
Factory Reset
Yes
No
Exit
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 displayed. If additional
image quality improvement is desired, run the Auto-Adjust
software on the CD and press the – (Minus) button on the monitor
front panel to manually activate the Auto-Adjustment function.
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For more precise adjustments, run the Adjustment Pattern
provided on the CD and use the Clock and Clock Phase controls
(accessible from the OSD menu) as described in the following
section.
Optimizing Digital Conversion
This monitor contains advanced circuitry that allows the flat
panel screen to function like a standard monitor. Two controls in
the on-screen display can be adjusted to improve image
performance: Clock and Clock Phase. Use these controls only
when the auto-adjust function does not provide a satisfactory
image.
The Clock must first be set correctly since the Clock Phase
settings are dependent on the main Clock setting.
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Clock—Increase/decrease the value to minimize any vertical
bars or stripes visible on the screen background.
Clock Phase—Increase/decrease the value to minimize video
distortion or video jitter.
When using the controls, you will obtain the best results by using
the Auto-Adjustment pattern application provided on the CD.
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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.
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Identifying Monitor Conditions
Special messages will appear on the monitor screen when
identifying the following monitor conditions:
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Input Signal Out of Range— Indicates the monitor does not
support the input signal because the resolution and/or refresh
rate are set higher than the monitor supports. For 15”
monitors, set the resolution and refresh rate to 1024 x 768 at
60 Hz. For 17” and 19” monitors, set the resolution and
refresh rate for 1280 x 1024 at 60 Hz. Restart your computer
for the new settings to take effect.
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Monitor Going to Sleep— Indicates the screen display is
entering a sleep mode.
Check Video Cable— Indicates the video cable is not
properly connected to the computer.
OSD Lock—The OSD can be enabled or disabled by pressing
and holding the Menu button on the front panel for 10
seconds. If the OSD is locked, the warning message “OSD
Lock” displays for ten seconds.
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If the OSD is locked, press and hold the Menu button for
10 seconds to unlock the OSD.
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If the OSD is unlocked, press and hold the Menu button
for 10 seconds to lock the OSD.
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. The Sleep Timer has five settings:
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Set Current Time
Set Sleep Time
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Timer: On/Off
Sleep Now
To set the timer:
1. Press the Menu button on the monitor front panel to display
the Advanced Menu.
2. Scroll down and highlight Management.
3. Press the Menu button to select Management.
4. Scroll down and highlight and select Sleep Timer > Set
Current Time.
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. displays as 13 hours
15 minutes.
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5. Press the Menu button once to enter the adjustment mode for
hours.
6. Press the - (Minus) or + (Plus) buttons to adjust the hour.
7. Press the Menu button again to enter the time for minutes.
8. Press the - (Minus) or + (Plus) buttons to adjust the minutes.
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.
12. After setting Sleep Time, the highlight automatically skips to
Set On Time hours. Repeat steps 6 through 9 to set On Time.
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13. Set the Timer mode to On to activate the Sleep Timer
settings.
14. When you are finished, select Save and Return to exit the
menu.
The fifth selection, Sleep Now, turns the monitor backlights off
immediately and stays in sleep mode until the next On Time
activates or a monitor button is pressed.
HP Display LiteSaver
HP Display LiteSaver is a software application, available on the
CD, that increases monitor life and saves energy. It allows you to
place your monitor into its low power sleep mode at predefined
times by shutting down or reducing power to most internal
circuits. This helps protect the LCD panel against image
retention. Image retention can occur when the monitor is left on
while displaying the same image for an extended period of time,
leaving a shadow of the image on the screen.
Installing the HP Display LiteSaver Software
1. Insert the CD in the computer CD-ROM Drive. The CD menu
displays.
2. Select “Install HP Display LiteSaver Software.”
3. After installing the software, click the HP Display LiteSaver
icon in the Windows system tray or right-click the icon and
select Configure... from the pop-up menu.
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4. Select the following options to configure the HP Display
LiteSaver features:
Configure Options
Function
Enable Display LiteSaver
Enables the HP Display LiteSaver
functions; deselect to disable the HP
Display LiteSaver.
Display Off
Sets the time when the monitor
automatically turn off. This does not
affect screen saver operation, which
has priority over the HP Display
LiteSaver.
Display On
Sets the time when the monitor
automatically turns on. This does not
affect screen saver operation, which
has priority over the HP Display
LiteSaver.
Activity Extension
Sets the time in minutes before the
monitor turns off if there is any
keyboard or mouse activity after the
Display Off time is reached. If the
keyboard or mouse is used, then HP
Display LiteSaver waits until the set
amount of time before turning the
display off again. Set to 0 to
disable. If disabled, the monitor will
turn off as soon as the Display Off
time is reached, regardless of
keyboard or mouse activity.
Show 1 minute Display Off Notice Displays a popup message in the
system tray 1 minute before the
monitor is turned off by HP Display
LiteSaver.
Status
Shows the time until the monitor is
next due to be turned off by HP
Display LiteSaver.
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Configure Options
Function
OK
Stores the current settings and
minimizes HP Display LiteSaver to
the System Tray.
Cancel
Restores the previous settings and
minimizes HP Display LiteSaver to
the System Tray. HP Display
LiteSaver will continue to run.
Help
Exit
Opens the online help file.
Exits and closes the HP Display
LiteSaver. It will no longer control the
monitor power until it is next run.
View “HP Display LiteSaver Readme” on the CD for additional
information on how to configure the HP Display LiteSaver.
sRGB Support
The monitor is designed to support sRGB for color management,
which adapts to the color standards used in the image technology
industry. Additional information on sRGB is available on
http://www.srgb.com/srg.html (English only).
To take advantage of the sRGB support, you will need to change
your monitor’s color temperature to sRGB and install the sRGB
color profile (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.
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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. Select sRGB.
5. Select Save and Return to exit the menu.
Installing the sRGB ICM File for Microsoft
Windows 2000 and Windows XP
To complete the following procedure, you must be logged in as an
administrator or a member of the administrator’s group. If the
computer is connected to a network, network policy settings may
prevent you from completing this procedure.
✎
The sRGB ICM file does not support Windows 95 and Windows
NT operating systems
1. Click the Display icon in the Control Panel.
2. In the Display Properties windows, select the Settings tab,
then click the Advanced button.
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
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Operating the Monitor
5. To activate a color profile for your monitor, you must set it as
the Default Monitor Profile. Select “sRGB Color Space
Profile,” then click Set as Default button.
6. Click Apply or OK.
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A
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 switch on front
panel of the monitor is
turned off.
Press the front panel power
button.
Master power switch on
rear panel of the
Turn the master power
switch to On.
monitor is turned Off.
Video cable is
Connect the video cable
properly. Refer to Chapter 3,
Setting Up the Monitor, for
more information.
improperly connected.
Screen blanking utility is
active.
Press any key on the
keyboard or move the
mouse to inactivate the
screen blanking utility.
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Troubleshooting
Problem
Possible Cause
Solution
Image appears
blurred, indistinct, or
too dark.
Brightness and contrast
are too low.
Press the Auto Adjust button
on the front panel. If this
does not correct the image,
press the Menu button to
open the Basic OSD Menu,
and adjust the brightness
and contrast scales as
needed.
Image is not
centered.
Position may need
adjustment.
Press the Menu button to
access the OSD menu.
Select Image Control/
Horizontal Position or
Vertical Position to adjust the
horizontal or vertical
position of the image.
“No Connection,
Check Signal Cable”
is displayed on
screen.
Monitor video cable is
disconnected.
Connect the 15-pin monitor
video cable to the VGA
connector on the computer,
the DVI-D signal cable to the
DVI connector on the
computer, or the VGA to
DVI-I cable to the VGA
connector on the computer.
Be sure that the computer
power is off while
connecting the video cable.
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Troubleshooting
Problem
Possible Cause
Solution
“Out of Range. Set
Monitor to 1280 x
1024 @ 60Hz” is
displayed on screen.
Video resolution and/or
refresh rate are set
Restart your computer and
enter Safe Mode. Change
your settings to a supported
setting (see “Factory Preset
Display Modes” table in
Appendix B). Restart your
computer so that the new
settings take effect.
higher than what your
monitor supports.
HP Display LiteSaver
doesn’t turn off the
monitor screen
The Activity Extension
time has not elapsed.
The default Activity
Extension value is set to 10
minutes. The HP Display
LiteSaver will wait to detect
no input or movement from
the keyboard or mouse for
10 consecutive minutes after
the Display Off time has
passed, before the monitor
enters into low-power mode.
For example, if the Display
Off time is set to 5 minutes
from the current time and the
Activity Extension is set to
10 minutes, the HP Display
LiteSaver will not actually
turn off the display until 10
minutes of inactivity has
elapsed, even though the
Display Off time is 5 minutes
from now.
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Troubleshooting
Problem
Possible Cause
Solution
The HP Display LiteSaver
may not be compatible
with your computer
system.
Confirm that the HP Display
LiteSaver is compatible with
your system.
1. Right-click on the HP
Display LiteSaver icon
in the system tray.
Some notebook
computers are not
compatible and the
monitor power can not
be controlled.
2. Select “Power Off
Display” from the
menu.
The monitor screen should
turn off if the system is
compatible. To turn the
monitor back on, wait 5
seconds and move the
mouse.
If the monitor did
✎
not turn off, then
your computer
graphics driver is
not compatible
with the HP
Display LiteSaver
software.
The monitor is off but
it did not seem to
enter into a
The monitor’s power
saving control is
disabled.
Check the monitor’s OSD
menu setting for power
saving enable/disable
controls. The control should
be set to enable to allow the
monitor to enter into
low-power sleep
mode.
low-power modes.
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
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Troubleshooting
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. Have the
following information available when you call:
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The monitor
Monitor model number
Serial number for the monitor
Purchase date on invoice
Conditions under which the problem occurred
Error messages received
Hardware configuration
Hardware and software you are using
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User Guide
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.
✎
L1506 Flat Panel Monitor
Display
Type
15.0 inches
TFT LCD
38.1 cm
Viewable Image Size
Tilt
15.0-inch diagonal
38.1 cm
o
--5 to 30
Maximum Weight
(Unpacked)
7.0 lbs.
3.20 kg (unpacked)
Dimensions (include pedestal)
Height
Depth
Width
14.0 inches
8.0 inches
13.4 inches
355 mm
203 mm
340 mm
Maximum Graphic Resolution
Text Mode
1024 x 768 (60 Hz)
720 x 400
Dot Pitch
0.297 (H) x 0.297 (W) mm
30 to 63 kHz
Horizontal Frequency
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Technical Specifications
L1506 Flat Panel Monitor (Continued)
Vertical Refresh Rate
50 to 76 Hz
Environmental Requirements
Temperature:
o
o
41 to 95 F
5 to 35 C
Operating Temperature
Non-operating Temperature
o
o
-4 to 140 F
--20 to +60 C
Relative Humidity
Power Source
20 to 80%
100 – 240 VAC, 50 – 60 Hz
Altitude:
Operating
Non-operating
0 to 12,000 feet
0 to 40,000 feet
0 to 3657.6 m
0 to12192 m
Power Consumption
Input Terminal
<23 watts typical
15-pin D-type connector with cable included.
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Technical Specifications
L1706 Flat Panel Monitor
Display
Type
17.0 inches
TFT LCD
43.18 cm
Viewable Image Size
Tilt
17.0-inch diagonal
43.18 cm
o
--5 to 30
Maximum Weight
(Unpacked)
10.1 lbs.
4.60 kg (unpacked)
Dimensions (include pedestal)
Height
Depth
Width
15.6 inches
8.0 inches
14.8 inches
395 mm
203 mm
375 mm
Maximum Graphic Resolution
Text Mode
1280 x 1024 (60 Hz)
720 x 400
Dot Pitch
0.264 (H) x 0.264 (W) mm
30 to 83 kHz
Horizontal Frequency
Vertical Refresh Rate
50 to 76 Hz
Environmental Requirements
Temperature:
o
o
41 to 95 F
5 to 35 C
Operating Temperature
Non-operating Temperature
o
o
-4 to 140 F
--20 to +60 C
Relative Humidity
Power Source
20 to 80%
100 – 240 VAC, 50 – 60 Hz
Altitude:
Operating
Non-operating
0 to 12,000 feet
0 to 40,000 feet
0 to 3657.6 m
0 to12192 m
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Technical Specifications
L1706 Flat Panel Monitor (Continued)
Power Consumption
Input Terminal
<37 watts typical
15-pin D-type connector with cable included.
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Technical Specifications
L1906 Flat Panel Monitor
Display
Type
19.0 inches
TFT LCD
48.3 cm
Viewable Image Size
Tilt
19.0-inch diagonal
48.3 cm
o
--5 to 30
Maximum Weight
(Unpacked)
11.7 lbs.
5.30 kg (unpacked)
Dimensions (includes pedestal)
Height
Depth
Width
16.8 inches
8.0 inches
16.6 inches
427 mm
203 mm
422 mm
Maximum Graphic Resolution
Text Mode
1280 x 1024 (60Hz)
720 x 400
Dot Pitch
0.294 (H) x 0.294 (W) mm
30 to 83 kHz
Horizontal Frequency
Vertical Refresh Rate
50 to 76Hz
Environmental Requirements
Temperature:
o
o
41 to 95 F
5 to 35 C
Operating Temperature
Non-operating Temperature
o
o
--4 to 140 F
--20 to +60 C
Relative Humidity
Power Source
20 to 80%
100 –- 240 VAC, 50 – 60 Hz
Altitude:
Operating
Non-operating
0 to 12,000 feet
0 to 40,000 feet
0 to 3657.6 m
0 to12192 m
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Technical Specifications
L1906 Flat Panel Monitor (Continued)
Power Consumption
Input Terminals
<37 watts
15-pin D-type 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. This monitor automatically
recognizes these preset modes and they will appear properly sized
and centered on the screen.
Factory Preset Display Modes
Preset
Pixel Format
640 x 480
640 x 480
640 x 480
720 x 400
800 x 600
800 x 600
800 x 600
832 x 624
1024 x 768
1024 x 768
1024 x 768
1152 x 870
Horz Freq (kHz)
31.5
Vert Freq (Hz)
59.9
1
2
37.9
72.8
3
37.5
75.0
4
31.5
70.1
5
37.9
60.3
6
48.1
72.2
7
46.9
75.0
8
49.7
74.6
9
48.4
60.0
10
11
12
56.5
70.1
60.0
75.0
68.7
75.1
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Technical Specifications
Factory Preset Display Modes (Continued)
Preset
13
Pixel Format
1152 x 900
Horz Freq (kHz)
Vert Freq (Hz)
71.7
64.0
80.0
76.1
60.0
75.0
14
1280 x 1024
1280 x 1024
15
* Modes 12, 13, 14, and 15 apply to L1706 and L1906 models only
Entering User Modes
The video controller signal may occasionally call for a mode that
is not preset if:
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You are not using a standard graphics adapter.
You are not using a preset mode.
If this occurs, you may need to readjust the parameters of the
monitor screen by using the on-screen display. Your changes can
be made to any or all of these modes and saved in memory. The
monitor automatically stores the new setting, then recognizes the
new mode just as it does a preset mode. In addition to the 15
factory preset modes, there are four user modes that can be
entered and stored.
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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.
Upon detecting the absence of these signals, the monitor screen is
blanked, the backlight is turned off, and the Power light is turned
amber. When the monitor is in the reduced power state, the
monitor will utilize less than 2 watts of power. There is a brief
warm up period before the monitor will return to its normal
operating mode.
Refer to your computer manual for instructions on setting energy
saver features (sometimes called power management features).
The above energy saver feature only works when connected to
computers that have energy saver features.
✎
By selecting settings in the monitor’s Energy Saver utility, you
can also program the monitor to enter into the reduced power
state at a predetermined time. When the monitor’s Energy Saver
utility causes the monitor to enter the reduced power state, the
Power light blinks amber.
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C
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. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of
the following measures:
■
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
■
Increase the separation between the equipment and the
receiver.
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Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or television
technician for help.
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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.
Declaration of Conformity for Products
Marked with the 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
undesired operation.
For questions regarding your product, contact:
Hewlett Packard Company
P. O. Box 692000, Mail Stop 530113
Houston, Texas 77269-2000
Or, call 1-800-HP-INVENT (1-800 474-6836)
For questions regarding this FCC declaration, contact:
Hewlett Packard Company
P. O. Box 692000, Mail Stop 510101
Houston, Texas 77269-2000
Or, call (281) 514-3333
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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:
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Mercury in the fluorescent lamp in the display LCD.
Lead in the solder and some component leads.
Disposal of this material can be regulated because of
environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling
information, please contact your local authorities or the
Electronic Industries Alliance (EIA) (www.eiae.org).
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 Union Regulatory Notice
This product complies with the following EU Directives:
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Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC
EMC Directive 89/336/EEC
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Agency Regulatory Notices
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:
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 other 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 of waste
electrical and electronic equipment. The separate
collection and recycling of your waste equipment
at the time of disposal will help to conserve natural resources and
ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health
and the environment. For more information about where you can
drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your
local city office, your household waste disposal service or the
shop where you purchased the product.
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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. Specific
details on using the Energy Saving features can be found in the
energy saver or power management section of the computer
manual.
Power Cord Set Requirements
The monitor power supply is provided with Automatic Line
Switching (ALS). This feature allows the monitor to operate on
input voltages between 100-120V or 200-240V.
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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.
The power cord must be rated for the product and for the voltage
and current marked on the product's electrical ratings label. The
voltage and current rating of the cord should be greater than the
voltage and current rating marked on the product. In addition, the
cross-sectional area of the wire must be a minimum of 0.75 mm²
or 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. Particular
attention should be paid to the plug, electrical outlet, and the
point where the cord exits from the product.
Japanese Power Cord Requirements
For use in Japan, use only the power cord received with this
product.
CAUTION: Do not use the power cord received with this product on
Ä
any other products.
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D
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. These imperfections
are caused by one or more defective pixels or sub-pixels.
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A pixel consists of one red, one green, and one blue
sub-pixel.
■
A defective whole pixel is always turned on (a bright spot on
a dark background), or it is always off (a dark spot on a bright
background). The first is the more visible of the two.
■
A defective sub-pixel (dot defect) is less visible than a
defective whole pixel and is small and only visible on a
specific background.
The HP display does not have more than:
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3 bright dots.
5 dark dots.
5 total bright and dark dots.
No more than two adjacent (less than 2.5 mm edge-to-edge)
defective pixels.
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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.
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