HP GX007AA User Manual
HP GX007AA User Manual

HP GX007AA User Manual

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  • Page 1 HP L1750, L1950, L1710, L1910, L1908w, L1908wm, L2208w, and L2245w LCD Monitors User Guide...
  • Page 2 The warranties for Hewlett-Packard products are set forth in the express limited warranty statements accompanying such products. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty.
  • Page 3: About This Guide

    About This Guide This guide provides information on setting up the monitor, installing drivers, using the on-screen display menu, troubleshooting and technical specifications. WARNING! Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions could result in bodily harm or loss of life.
  • Page 4 About This Guide...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents 1 Product Features HP LCD Monitors ..........................1 2 Safety and Maintenance Guidelines Important Safety Information ........................ 3 Maintenance Guidelines ........................4 Cleaning the Monitor ......................4 Shipping the Monitor ......................4 3 Setting Up the Monitor Unfolding the Double-Hinged Monitor Pedestal Base ................
  • Page 6 Sleep Timer Mode ..........................30 HP Display LiteSaver ......................... 31 Installing the HP Display LiteSaver Software ..............31 sRGB Support ............................ 32 Changing the Color Temperature ..................32 Installing the sRGB ICM File for Microsoft Windows 2000 and Windows XP ....33 Installing the sRGB ICM File for Microsoft Windows Vista ..........
  • Page 7 Appendix D LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy...
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  • Page 9: Product Features

    Product Features HP LCD Monitors The flat panel monitors have an active matrix, thin-film transistor (TFT), liquid crystal display (LCD). The monitor models and features include: ● L1750 model, 17-inch (43.2 cm) diagonal viewable area display with 1280 × 1024 resolution, plus full-screen support for lower resolutions ●...
  • Page 10 ● USB 2.0 hub with one upstream (connects to the computer) and two downstream (connects to USB devices) ports (select models) ● USB cable provided to connect the monitor's USB hub to the USB connector on the computer (select models) ●...
  • Page 11: Safety And Maintenance Guidelines

    Safety and Maintenance Guidelines Important Safety Information A power cord is included with the monitor. If another cord is used, use only a power source and connection appropriate for this monitor. For information on the correct power cord set to use with the monitor, refer to the Power Cord Set Requirements on page 50 in Appendix C.
  • Page 12: Maintenance Guidelines

    Maintenance Guidelines To enhance the performance and extend the life of the monitor: ● Do not open the monitor cabinet or attempt to service this product yourself. Adjust only those controls that are covered in the operating instructions. If the monitor is not operating properly or has been dropped or damaged, contact an authorized HP dealer, reseller, or service provider.
  • 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 instructions below. Unfolding the Double-Hinged Monitor Pedestal Base Lift the monitor from its box and place it on a flat surface with the display head facing up. Pivot the display head from portrait to landscape position (1).
  • Page 14 Using both hands on the outer edges of the display bezel, pull up gently on the monitor display head (1) to extend the pedestal base (2) to the desired height. CAUTION: Do not touch the surface of the LCD panel. Pressure on the panel may cause non- uniformity of color or disorientation of the liquid crystals.
  • Page 15: Unfolding The Single-Hinged Monitor Pedestal Base

    Unfolding the Single-Hinged Monitor Pedestal Base Lift the monitor from its box and place it face down on a flat surface covered by a soft, clean cloth. Hold down the monitor display head with one hand and unfold the base 90 degrees with the other hand.
  • Page 16: Rear Components

    Rear Components Figure 3-4 Rear Components Component Function AC Power Connector Connects the AC power cord to the monitor. Audio In (select models) Connects the audio cable to the monitor's internal speakers (select models) USB Downstream Connects optional USB devices to the monitor. Connectors (2) (select models) USB Upstream...
  • Page 17: Cable Management

    Cable Management Use the cable management feature to secure and hide your cables when viewed from the front. Before connecting the cables to monitor models with a single-hinged base, route the cables through the hole in the center of the monitor stand. Figure 3-5 Using the Cable Management Feature (Single-Hinged Base) After connecting the cables to monitor models with a double-hinged base, place the cables through the...
  • Page 18: Connecting The Cables

    Connecting the Cables Place the monitor in a convenient, well-ventilated location near the computer. Connect a VGA signal cable or DVI-D signal cable. NOTE: For models with both VGA and DVI-D connectors, the monitor is capable of supporting either analog or digital input. The video mode is determined by the video cable used. The monitor will automatically determine which inputs have valid video signals.
  • Page 19 Connect one end of the provided USB cable to the USB hub connector on the rear panel of the computer, and the other end to the upstream USB connector on the monitor (on select models). Figure 3-8 Connecting the USB Cable WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to the equipment: Do not disable the power cord grounding plug.
  • Page 20: Adjusting The Monitor

    Connect one end of the power cable to the AC power connector on the back of the monitor, and the other end to an electrical wall outlet. Figure 3-9 Connecting the Power Cable Adjusting the Monitor NOTE: Your monitor model may look different than the model in the following illustrations. Tilt the monitor's panel forward or backward to set it to a comfortable eye level.
  • Page 21 Swivel the monitor to the left or right for the best viewing angle (select models). Figure 3-11 Swiveling the Monitor Adjust the monitor's height so that it is parallel to your eye height for a comfortable viewing position (select models). Figure 3-12 Adjusting the Height Adjusting the Monitor...
  • Page 22: Turning On The Monitor

    Pivot the monitor clockwise from landscape to portrait orientation viewing to adapt to your application (select models). Figure 3-13 Pivoting the Monitor NOTE: To view information on the screen in portrait mode, you will need to install the Pivot Pro software included on the software and documentation CD.
  • Page 23: Connecting Usb Devices

    Connecting USB Devices Two USB connectors (on select models) are used to connect devices such as a digital camera, USB keyboard, or USB mouse. NOTE: You must connect the USB hub cable from the monitor to the computer to enable the USB 2.0 ports on the monitor.
  • Page 24: Removing The Monitor Pedestal Base

    Removing the Monitor Pedestal Base You can remove the monitor panel from the pedestal base to install the panel on a wall, a swing arm, or other mounting fixture. CAUTION: Before beginning to disassemble the monitor, be sure the monitor is turned off and the power and signal cables are both disconnected.
  • Page 25: Mounting The Monitor

    On the single-hinged base, there are three screws that connect the monitor panel to the pedestal base. Figure 3-17 Removing the Single-Hinged Pedestal Base Lift up on the pedestal base to remove it from the monitor display head. Mounting the Monitor HP provides an HP Flat Panel Monitor Quick Release (purchased separately) that installs to the back of the monitor panel and allows you to quickly and securely attach the panel to a wall or swing arm mounting fixture.
  • Page 26 Place the optional HP Quick Release onto the back of the monitor. Line up the holes on the HP Quick Release with the mounting holes on the back of the monitor. Figure 3-18 Mounting the HP Quick Release Insert four 10mm screws into the mounting holes and tighten. Mount the HP Quick Release to a swing arm or other mounting fixture using the four screws removed from the back of the monitor in the previous step.
  • Page 27: Locating The Rating Labels

    Insert the monitor panel into the HP Quick Release, and then press down firmly on the monitor to lock it in place. When the HP Quick Release locks, it will make a clicking sound. Figure 3-20 Inserting the Monitor Panel into the HP Quick Release Reconnect the cables to the monitor panel.
  • Page 28: Operating The Monitor

    Operating the Monitor Software and Utilities The CD that comes with the monitor contains files you can install on the computer: ● an .INF (Information) file ● an .ICM (Image Color Matching) file ● auto-adjustment pattern utility ● additional software for the monitor model NOTE: If the monitor does not include a CD, the .INF and .ICM files can be downloaded from the HP monitors support Web site.
  • Page 29: Installing The .Inf And .Icm Files

    Installing the .INF and .ICM Files After you determine that you need to update, you can install the .INF and .ICM files from the CD or download them. Installing from the CD To install the .INF and .ICM files on the computer from the CD: Insert the CD in the computer CD-ROM drive.
  • Page 30 To use the auto-adjustment feature: Allow the monitor to warm up for 20 minutes before adjusting. Press the -/Auto button on the monitor front panel. ● You can also press the Menu button, then select Image Control from the OSD Main Menu. Refer to Adjusting the Monitor Settings on page 24 in this chapter.
  • Page 31: Front Panel Controls

    Front Panel Controls Table 4-1 Monitor Front Panel Controls Control Function Menu Opens, selects or exits the OSD menu. ● Minus If the OSD menu is on, press to navigate backward through the OSD menu and decrease adjustment levels. ● If the OSD menu is inactive, press to activate the auto adjustment feature to optimize the screen image.
  • Page 32: Adjusting The Monitor Settings

    Adjusting the Monitor Settings The monitor settings can be adjusted from the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu or from the HP Display Assistant utility. Using the On-Screen Display Menu Use the On-Screen Display (OSD) to adjust the screen image based on your viewing preferences. To access the OSD, do the following: If the monitor is not already on, press the Power...
  • Page 33: Osd Menu Selections

    OSD Menu Selections The following table lists the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu selections and their functional descriptions. After changing an OSD menu item, and if the menu screen has these options, you may choose to: ● Cancel—to return to the previous menu level. ●...
  • Page 34 Table 4-2 OSD Menu (continued) Icon Main Menu Submenu Description 9300 K Changes to slightly blueish white. 6500 K Changes to slightly reddish white. Custom Color Selects and adjusts your own color scales: ● R—sets your own red color levels ●...
  • Page 35 Table 4-2 OSD Menu (continued) Icon Main Menu Submenu Description Mode Display Displays the resolution, refresh rate and frequency information on the screen each time the OSD Main Menu is accessed. Select: ● ● Depending on monitor model, factory default is On or Off.
  • Page 36 Table 4-2 OSD Menu (continued) Icon Main Menu Submenu Description Default Video Input Selects the default or primary video input signal when the monitor is connected to two active and valid video sources. The monitor will automatically determine the video format. The default input selection is DVI. Analog —...
  • Page 37: Optimizing Digital Conversion

    Optimizing Digital Conversion Two controls in the on-screen display can be adjusted to improve image performance: Clock and Clock Phase. NOTE: The Clock and Clock Phase controls are adjustable only when using an analog input. These controls are not adjustable for digital inputs. The Clock must first be set correctly since the Clock Phase settings are dependent on the main Clock setting.
  • Page 38: Identifying Monitor Conditions

    Identifying Monitor Conditions Special messages will appear on the monitor screen when identifying the following monitor conditions: ● Input Signal Out of Range—Change resolution setting to 1280 x 1024 – 60Hz, —Indicates the monitor does not support the input signal because the resolution and/or refresh rate are set higher than the monitor supports (models L1950, L1750, L1910 and L1710).
  • Page 39: Hp Display Litesaver

    ● Timer: On/Off ● Sleep Now To set the timer: Press the Menu button on the monitor front panel to display the OSD Menu. Scroll down and highlight Management. Press the Menu button to select Management. Scroll down and highlight and select Sleep Timer > Set Current Time. NOTE: You must set the current local time before you reset the time for Sleep Time or On Time.
  • Page 40: Srgb Support

    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. Select the following options to configure the HP Display LiteSaver features: Table 4-3 HP Display LiteSaver Configuration Options Select This Option To Do This Enable Display LiteSaver...
  • Page 41: Installing The Srgb Icm File For Microsoft Windows 2000 And Windows Xp

    Select sRGB. Select Save and Return to exit the menu. Installing the sRGB ICM File for Microsoft Windows 2000 and Windows XP NOTE: 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.
  • Page 42: Appendix A Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Solving Common Problems The following table lists possible problems, the possible cause of each problem, and the recommended solutions. Problem Possible Cause Solution Screen is blank. Power cord is disconnected. Connect the power cord. Power button on front panel of Press the front panel power button.
  • Page 43 Problem Possible Cause Solution 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...
  • Page 44: Using The Worldwide Web

    Using the Worldwide Web For the online access to technical support information, self-solve tools, online assistance, community forums of IT experts, broad mutlivendor knowledge base, monitoring and diagnostic tools, go to http://www.hp.com/support Preparing to Call Technical Support If you cannot solve a problem using the trouble shooting tips in this section, you may need to call technical support.
  • Page 45: Appendix B Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications NOTE: 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. L1750 Model Table B-1 L1750 Specifications Display 17 inches...
  • Page 46: L1950 Model

    Table B-1 L1750 Specifications (continued) Relative Humidity 20 to 80% Power Source 90 — 265 VAC, 45/63 Hz Altitude: 0 to 12,000 feet 0 to 3657.6 m Operating 0 to 40,000 feet 0 to 12192 m Storage Power Consumption (maximum) <45 watts Input Terminal One VGA connector with cable included;...
  • Page 47: L1710 Model

    Table B-2 L1950 Specifications (continued) Power Source 90 — 265 VAC, 45/63 Hz Altitude: 0 to 12,000 feet 0 to 3657.6 m Operating 0 to 40,000 feet 0 to 12192 m Storage Power Consumption (maximum) <47 watts Input Terminal One VGA connector with cable included; one DVI connector with cable included L1710 Model Table B-3...
  • Page 48: L1910 Model

    Table B-3 L1710 Specifications (continued) Power Consumption (maximum) <45 watts Input Terminal One VGA connector with cable included L1910 Model Table B-4 L1910 Specifications Display 19 inches 48.3 cm Type TFT LCD Viewable Image Size 19–inch diagonal 48.3 cm Tilt -5 to 25°...
  • Page 49: L1908W Model

    L1908w Model Table B-5 L1908w Specifications Display 19 inches wide screen 48.3 cm Type TFT LCD Viewable Image Size 19–inch diagonal 48.3 cm Tilt -5 to 25° Maximum Weight (Unpacked) 11.2 lbs. 5.1 kg Dimensions (include base) 14.58 inches 37.0 cm Height 7.35 inches 18.7 cm...
  • Page 50: L1908Wm Model

    L1908wm Model Table B-6 L1908wm Specifications Display 19 inches wide screen 48.3 cm Type TFT LCD Viewable Image Size 19–inch diagonal 48.3 cm Tilt -5 to 25° Maximum Weight (Unpacked) 11.2 lbs. 5.1 kg Dimensions (include base) 14.58 inches 37.0 cm Height 7.35 inches 18.7 cm...
  • Page 51: L2208W Model

    L2208w Model Table B-7 L2208w Specifications Display 22 inches wide screen 55.9 cm Type TFT LCD Viewable Image Size 22–inch diagonal 55.9 cm Tilt -5 to 25° Maximum Weight (Unpacked) 12.0 lbs. 5.44 kg Dimensions (include base) 15.47 inches 39.3 cm Height 4.57 inches 11.6 cm...
  • Page 52: L2245W Model

    L2245w Model Table B-8 L2245w Specifications Display 22 inches wide screen 55.9 cm Type TFT LCD Viewable Image Size 22–inch diagonal 55.9 cm Tilt -5 to 35° Swivel -45 to 45° Maximum Weight (Unpacked) 16.76 lbs. 7.6 kg Dimensions (include base) 13.58 inches 34.5 cm Height...
  • Page 53: Recognizing Preset Display Resolutions

    Recognizing Preset Display Resolutions The display resolutions listed below are the most commonly used modes and are set as factory defaults. This monitor automatically recognized these preset modes and they will appear properly sized and centered on the screen. L1750, L1950, L1710, and L1910 Models Table B-9 Factory Preset Modes Preset...
  • Page 54: L2208W And L2245W Models

    Table B-10 Factory Preset Modes (continued) 1024 × 768 60.0 75.0 1152 × 720 44.9 60.0 1152 × 870 68.7 75.1 1152 × 900 61.8 66.0 1280 × 768 47.4 60.0 1280 × 960 60.0 60.0 1280 × 1024 64.0 60.0 1280 ×...
  • Page 55: Entering User Modes

    Entering User Modes The video controller signal may occasionally call for a mode that is not preset if: ● You are not using a standard graphics adapter. ● You are not using a preset mode. It this occurs, you may need to readjust the parameters of the monitor screen by using the on-screen display.
  • Page 56: Appendix C Agency Regulatory Notices

    Agency Regulatory Notices Federal Communications Commission Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
  • Page 57: Canadian Notice

    EMC Directive 2004/108/EC 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 58: German Ergonomics Notice

    Hewlett-Packard GmbH, HQ-TRE, Herrenberger Strasse 140, 71034 Boeblingen, Germany German Ergonomics Notice HP products which bear the “GS” approval mark, when forming part of a system comprising HP brand computers, keyboards and monitors that bear the “GS” approval mark, meet the applicable ergonomic requirements.
  • Page 59: Product Environmental Notices

    CAUTION: Do not use the power cord received with this product on any other products. Product Environmental Notices 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 60: Restriction Of Hazardous Substances (Rohs)

    Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) A Japanese regulatory requirement, defined by specification JIS C 0950, 2005, mandates that manufacturers provide Material Content Declarations for certain categories of electronic products offered for sale after July 1, 2006. To view the JIS C 0950 material declaration for this product, visit http://www.hp.com/go/jisc0950.
  • Page 61: Lcd Monitor Quality And Pixel Policy

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

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