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HP L1750, L1950, L1710, L1910, and L1908w LCD Monitors User Guide - HP GS917AA | HP L1750, L1950, L1710, and L1908w LCD Monitors - User Guide - Page 2
with the furnishing, performance, or use of this material. The information in this document is provided "as is" without warranty of any kind, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, and is subject to change without notice. The - HP GS917AA | HP L1750, L1950, L1710, and L1908w LCD Monitors - User Guide - Page 3
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 - HP GS917AA | HP L1750, L1950, L1710, and L1908w LCD Monitors - User Guide - Page 4
iv About This Guide - HP GS917AA | HP L1750, L1950, L1710, and L1908w LCD Monitors - User Guide - Page 5
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 5 Unfolding the - HP GS917AA | HP L1750, L1950, L1710, and L1908w LCD Monitors - User Guide - Page 6
Troubleshooting Solving Common Problems ...35 Using the Worldwide Web ...36 Preparing to Call Technical Support 36 Appendix B Technical Specifications L1750 Model ...37 L1950 Model ...38 L1710 Model 47 Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS 48 Appendix D LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy vi - HP GS917AA | HP L1750, L1950, L1710, and L1908w LCD Monitors - User Guide - Page 7
1 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) viewable area display with 1280 × 1024 resolution, plus full-screen support for lower - HP GS917AA | HP L1750, L1950, L1710, and L1908w LCD Monitors - User Guide - Page 8
of cables and cords ● On-Screen Display (OSD) adjustments in English, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Simplified Chinese, and Spanish for ease of setup and screen optimization ● HP Display Assistant for adjusting monitor settiings ● Software and documentation CD that includes software - HP GS917AA | HP L1750, L1950, L1710, and L1908w LCD Monitors - User Guide - Page 9
users, and provides important electrical and mechanical safety information. This guide is located on the Web at http://www.hp.com/ergo and/or on the documentation CD, if one is included with the monitor. CAUTION: For the protection of the monitor, as well as the computer, connect all power cords for - HP GS917AA | HP L1750, L1950, L1710, and L1908w LCD Monitors - User Guide - Page 10
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. ● Use only a power source and connection appropriate for this - HP GS917AA | HP L1750, L1950, L1710, and L1908w LCD Monitors - User Guide - Page 11
, 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 1. Lift the monitor from its box and place it on a flat surface with the display head facing up. 2. Pivot the - HP GS917AA | HP L1750, L1950, L1710, and L1908w LCD Monitors - User Guide - Page 12
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 nonuniformity of color or disorientation of the liquid - HP GS917AA | HP L1750, L1950, L1710, and L1908w LCD Monitors - User Guide - Page 13
face down on a flat surface covered by a soft, clean cloth. 2. Hold down the monitor display head with one hand and unfold the base 90 degrees with the other hand. CAUTION: Do not touch the surface of the LCD panel. Pressure on the panel may cause nonuniformity of color or disorientation of the - HP GS917AA | HP L1750, L1950, L1710, and L1908w LCD Monitors - User Guide - Page 14
's internal speakers (select models) USB Downstream Connectors (2) (select models) Connects optional USB devices to the monitor. USB Upstream Connector (select models) Connects the USB hub cable to the monitor's USB hub connector and to a host USB port/hub. DVI (select models) VGA Connects the - HP GS917AA | HP L1750, L1950, L1710, and L1908w LCD Monitors - User Guide - Page 15
and L1908w models, route the cables through the hole in the center of the monitor stand. Figure 3-5 Using the Cable Management Feature for L1710, L1910, and L1908w Models After connecting the cables to the monitor on the L1750 and L1950 models, place the cables through the cable management channels - HP GS917AA | HP L1750, L1950, L1710, and L1908w LCD Monitors - User Guide - Page 16
a convenient, well-ventilated location near the computer. 2. 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 - HP GS917AA | HP L1750, L1950, L1710, and L1908w LCD Monitors - User Guide - Page 17
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 - HP GS917AA | HP L1750, L1950, L1710, and L1908w LCD Monitors - User Guide - Page 18
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 1. Tilt the monitor's panel forward or backward to set it to a comfortable eye level. Figure 3-10 Tilting the - HP GS917AA | HP L1750, L1950, L1710, and L1908w LCD Monitors - User Guide - Page 19
Swivel the monitor to the left or right for the best viewing angle (select models). Figure 3-11 Swiveling the Monitor 3. 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 13 - HP GS917AA | HP L1750, L1950, L1710, and L1908w LCD Monitors - User Guide - Page 20
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. * A prolonged period of time is 12 consecutive hours of non-use. NOTE: If pressing the power - HP GS917AA | HP L1750, L1950, L1710, and L1908w LCD Monitors - User Guide - Page 21
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. Refer to Step 4 in Connecting the Cables on page 10. Figure 3-14 Connecting USB Devices Connecting USB Devices 15 - HP GS917AA | HP L1750, L1950, L1710, and L1908w LCD Monitors - User Guide - Page 22
devices, such as the HP speaker bar, to attach to the LCD. Refer to the documentation included with the optional device for detailed mounting instructions. Figure 3-15 Using the Accessory Rails Feature Removing the Monitor Pedestal Base You can remove the monitor panel from the pedestal base - HP GS917AA | HP L1750, L1950, L1710, and L1908w LCD Monitors - User Guide - Page 23
panel to the pedestal base. Figure 3-16 Removing the Double-Hinged Pedestal Base b. 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 4. Lift up on the pedestal base to remove it from the - HP GS917AA | HP L1750, L1950, L1710, and L1908w LCD Monitors - User Guide - Page 24
a wall or swing arm mounting fixture. To install the HP Quick Release: 1. Remove the monitor panel from the pedestal base. Refer to Removing the Monitor Pedestal Base on page 16 steps in the previous section. CAUTION: This monitor supports the VESA industry standard 100 mm mounting holes. To attach - HP GS917AA | HP L1750, L1950, L1710, and L1908w LCD Monitors - User Guide - Page 25
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. Figure 3-19 Installing the HP Quick Release CAUTION: The HP Quick Release is designed to support a maximum of up to 24 lbs. (10.9 kg). If you are mounting to a wall - HP GS917AA | HP L1750, L1950, L1710, and L1908w LCD Monitors - User Guide - Page 26
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 the monitor model. The rating labels are located on the rear panel of the monitor display head. Figure 3-21 Locating the Rating - HP GS917AA | HP L1750, L1950, L1710, and L1908w LCD Monitors - User Guide - Page 27
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. See Downloading from the Worldwide Web on page 22 in this chapter - HP GS917AA | HP L1750, L1950, L1710, and L1908w LCD Monitors - User Guide - Page 28
files from the HP monitors support Web site: 1. Refer to http://www.hp.com/support and select the country region. 2. Follow the links for the monitor to the support page and download page. 3. Ensure the system meets the requirements. 4. Download the software by following the instructions. 22 Chapter - HP GS917AA | HP L1750, L1950, L1710, and L1908w LCD Monitors - User Guide - Page 29
the disc drive. The CD menu is displayed. 4. Select Open Auto-Adjustment Software. The setup test pattern is displayed. 5. Press the -/Auto button on the monitor front panel to produce a stable, centered image. 6. Press the ESC key or any other key on the keyboard to exit the test pattern. Using the - HP GS917AA | HP L1750, L1950, L1710, and L1908w LCD Monitors - User Guide - Page 30
Front Panel Controls Table 4-1 Monitor Front Panel Controls Control 1 Menu 2 - (Minus)/Auto 3 + (Plus)/Input 4 Power LED 5 Power Function Opens, ). Green = Fully powered. Amber = Sleep mode. Flashing Amber = Sleep Timer mode. Turns the monitor on or off. 24 Chapter 4 Operating the - HP GS917AA | HP L1750, L1950, L1710, and L1908w LCD Monitors - User Guide - Page 31
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: 1. If the monitor is not already on, press the Power button - HP GS917AA | HP L1750, L1950, L1710, and L1908w LCD Monitors - User Guide - Page 32
to fit the screen and maintains proportional image ● One-to-one - disables video scaling, displays an image that is smaller in size than the monitor's capability and centers the image on the screen in the active viewing area Sharpness (select models) Adjusts the screen image to look sharper or - HP GS917AA | HP L1750, L1950, L1710, and L1908w LCD Monitors - User Guide - Page 33
menu is displayed. The factory default is English. Selects the OSD and power management features of the monitor. Adjusts the position of the OSD Menu to support pivot function. Enables the power saving feature. Select: ● On ● Off The factory default is On. Restores power to the monitor following an - HP GS917AA | HP L1750, L1950, L1710, and L1908w LCD Monitors - User Guide - Page 34
) Submenu Mode Display Power-On Status Display DDC/CI Support Bezel Power LED Sleep Timer Switch Video Input Description Displays ● Off The factory default is On. Displays the operating status of the monitor each time the monitor is powered on. Select the location to display the status to: ● Top - HP GS917AA | HP L1750, L1950, L1710, and L1908w LCD Monitors - User Guide - Page 35
the serial number of the monitor. The serial number is needed if contacting HP technical support. Version Reports the firmware version of the monitor. Backlight Hours Reports the total hours of backlight operation. Service Support: http:// www.hp.com/support Returns all OSD menu settings - HP GS917AA | HP L1750, L1950, L1710, and L1908w LCD Monitors - User Guide - Page 36
on-screen display. Using the HP Display Assistant Utility HP Display Assistant, included on the software and documentation CD, is a software utility that guides you through the tuning process with easy to understand instructions and background patterns designed for each monitor control. It provides - HP GS917AA | HP L1750, L1950, L1710, and L1908w LCD Monitors - User Guide - Page 37
the resolution and/or refresh rate are set higher than the monitor supports (models L1950, L1750, L1910 and L1710).. ● Input Signal Out of Range-Change resolution setting to 1440 x 900 - 60Hz, -Indicates the monitor does not support the input signal because the resolution and/or refresh rate are - HP GS917AA | HP L1750, L1950, L1710, and L1908w LCD Monitors - User Guide - Page 38
LiteSaver HP Display LiteSaver is a software application, available on the CD, that increases monitor life and saves energy. It allows you to place the 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 - HP GS917AA | HP L1750, L1950, L1710, and L1908w LCD Monitors - User Guide - Page 39
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 HP Display LiteSaver. sRGB Support The monitor is designed to support sRGB for color management, which adapts to the color - HP GS917AA | HP L1750, L1950, L1710, and L1908w LCD Monitors - User Guide - Page 40
you from completing this procedure. The sRGB ICM file does not support Windows 95 and Windows NT operating systems. 1. Click the Display Add button 5. To activate a color profile for the monitor, you must set it as the Default Monitor Profile. Select sRGB Color Space Profile, then click Set as - HP GS917AA | HP L1750, L1950, L1710, and L1908w LCD Monitors - User Guide - Page 41
Safe Mode. Change the settings to a supported setting (see Recognizing Preset Display Resolutions on page 42). Restart the computer so that the new settings take effect. HP Display LiteSaver doesn't turn off The Activity Extension time the monitor screen. has not elapsed. The default Activity - HP GS917AA | HP L1750, L1950, L1710, and L1908w LCD Monitors - User Guide - Page 42
, 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 - HP GS917AA | HP L1750, L1950, L1710, and L1908w LCD Monitors - User Guide - Page 43
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 Storage Temperature 17 inches TFT LCD 17-inch diagonal -5 - HP GS917AA | HP L1750, L1950, L1710, and L1908w LCD Monitors - User Guide - Page 44
to 3657.6 m 0 to 12192 m L1950 Model Table B-2 L1950 Specifications Display Type Viewable Image Size Tilt Swivel Maximum Weight (Unpacked) Dimensions ( Humidity 19 inches TFT LCD 19-inch diagonal -5 to 35° -45 to 45° 16.3 lbs. 48.3 cm 48.3 cm 7.4 kg 19.8 inches 11.9 inches 16.3 inches 1280 × - HP GS917AA | HP L1750, L1950, L1710, and L1908w LCD Monitors - User Guide - Page 45
one DVI connector (select models) with cables included L1710 Model Table B-3 L1710 Specifications Display Type Viewable Image Size Tilt Maximum Weight ( Source Altitude: Operating Storage 17 inches TFT LCD 17-inch diagonal -5 to 25° 9.9 lbs. 15.2 inches 7.56 inches 14.9 inches 1280 × 1024 (75 - HP GS917AA | HP L1750, L1950, L1710, and L1908w LCD Monitors - User Guide - Page 46
L1710 Specifications (continued) Power Consumption (maximum) - HP GS917AA | HP L1750, L1950, L1710, and L1908w LCD Monitors - User Guide - Page 47
L1908w Model Table B-5 L1908w Specifications Display Type Viewable Image Size Tilt Maximum Weight (Unpacked Power Consumption (maximum) Input Terminal 19 inches TFT LCD 19-inch diagonal -5 to 25° 12.42 lbs. 48.3 cm 48.3 cm 5.63 kg 14.58 inches 7.35 inches 17.56 inches 1440 x 900 (75 Hz) analog - HP GS917AA | HP L1750, L1950, L1710, and L1908w LCD Monitors - User Guide - Page 48
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-6 Factory 48.4 Vert Freq (Hz) 59.9 75.0 70.1 60.3 75.0 74.5 60.0 42 Appendix B Technical Specifications - HP GS917AA | HP L1750, L1950, L1710, and L1908w LCD Monitors - User Guide - Page 49
When the monitor is in its normal operating mode, the monitor uses less than 37 watts and the Power light is green. The monitor also supports a reduced power up period before the monitor will return to its normal operating mode. Refer to the computer manual for instructions on setting energy saver - HP GS917AA | HP L1750, L1950, L1710, and L1908w LCD Monitors - User Guide - Page 50
. 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 - HP GS917AA | HP L1750, L1950, L1710, and L1908w LCD Monitors - User Guide - Page 51
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 ( - HP GS917AA | HP L1750, L1950, L1710, and L1908w LCD Monitors - User Guide - Page 52
HP brand computers, keyboards and monitors that bear the "GS" approval mark, meet the applicable ergonomic requirements. The installation guides you have questions about the type of power cord to use, contact an authorized HP service provider. A power cord should be routed so that it is not likely to - HP GS917AA | HP L1750, L1950, L1710, and L1908w LCD Monitors - User Guide - Page 53
Star Compliance Monitors that are Specific details on using the Energy Saving features can be found in the energy saver or power management section of the computer manual. Materials Disposal This HP product contains mercury in the fluorescent lamp in the display LCD - HP GS917AA | HP L1750, L1950, L1710, and L1908w LCD Monitors - User Guide - Page 54
of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) A Japanese regulatory requirement, defined by specification JIS C 0950, 2005, mandates that manufacturers provide Material Content material declaration for this product, visit http://www.hp.com/go/jisc0950. 11363-2006 11363-2006 48 Appendix C Agency Regulatory Notices - HP GS917AA | HP L1750, L1950, L1710, and L1908w LCD Monitors - User Guide - Page 55
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
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