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User Guide HP L1755 17" & L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitors Document Part Number: 370798-002 January 2005 This guide provides information on setting up the monitor, installing drivers, using the on-screen display menu, troubleshooting and technical specifications. - HP L1955 | HP L1755 17" and L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitors User Guide - Page 2
2005 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. Microsoft, MS-DOS, Windows, and Windows NT or loss of information. User Guide HP L1755 17" & L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitor Second Edition (January 2005) Document Part Number: 370798-002 - HP L1955 | HP L1755 17" and L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitors User Guide - Page 3
Monitor 2-3 Shipping the Monitor 2-3 3 Setting Up the Monitor Installing the Monitor Base 3-1 Rear Panel Components 3-3 Selecting the Signal Connectors and Cables 3-4 Connecting the Monitor 3-4 Removing the Monitor Base 3-14 Mounting the Monitor Panel Controls 4-4 Adjusting Monitor Settings - HP L1955 | HP L1755 17" and L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitors User Guide - Page 4
sRGB ICM File for Microsoft Windows 2000 and Windows XP. . . . . . 4-14 A Troubleshooting Solving Common Problems A-1 Using the Worldwide Web A-3 Preparing to call Technical Support A-3 B Technical Specifications Recognizing Preset Display Resolutions B-4 Entering User Modes B-5 Energy Saver - HP L1955 | HP L1755 17" and L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitors User Guide - Page 5
transistor (TFT), liquid crystal display (LCD). The monitor features include: ■ HP L1755 model, 17-inch (43.2 cm) viewable area display, with narrow bezels. ■ HP L1955 model, 19-inch (48.3 cm) viewable area display, with narrow bezels. ■ 1280 × 1024 native resolution, plus full-screen support for - HP L1955 | HP L1755 17" and L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitors User Guide - Page 6
of monitor to accept an optional Speaker Bar accessory kit. ■ Plug and play capability if supported by your system. ■ On-Screen Display (OSD) Star compliance. ■ AssetControl ■ Compliant with the following regulated specifications: ❏ EPA ENERGY STAR ❏ European Union CE Directives ❏ Swedish - HP L1955 | HP L1755 17" and L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitors User Guide - Page 7
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 - HP L1955 | HP L1755 17" and L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitors User Guide - Page 8
operating properly or has been dropped or damaged, contact your HP authorized dealer, reseller, or service provider. ■ 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 - HP L1955 | HP L1755 17" and L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitors User Guide - Page 9
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. ■ Keep your monitor in 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 - HP L1955 | HP L1755 17" and L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitors User Guide - Page 10
3 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 Base ✎ Do not install the base if the monitor will be used on a wall, swing arm, or other mounting - HP L1955 | HP L1755 17" and L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitors User Guide - Page 11
the Monitor 2. Pull down on the quick release latch 1 on the back of the monitor. 3. Position the tabs on the monitor base with the adapter plate on the back of the display 2. Then push the monitor base down toward the display 3 until latched into place. Attaching the Monitor Base 3-2 User Guide - HP L1955 | HP L1755 17" and L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitors User Guide - Page 12
Components Setting Up the Monitor Rear Panel Components No. Component Function 1 Master Power Switch Turns off all power to the monitor. 2 AC Power Connector Connects the AC power cord to the monitor. 3 DVI Connector Connects the DVI-I signal cable or DVI-D signal cable to (available on - HP L1955 | HP L1755 17" and L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitors User Guide - Page 13
OSD) feature or by pressing the - button (to enable DVI signal input) or the + button (to enable VGA signal input) on the monitor front bezel. The video mode supported provided. Connecting the Monitor 1. Place the monitor in a convenient, well-ventilated location near your computer. 3-4 User Guide - HP L1955 | HP L1755 17" and L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitors User Guide - Page 14
analog operation, connect one end of the VGA signal cable or the VGA to DVI signal cable to the VGA connector on the monitor and the other end to the VGA connector on the computer. For digital operation (available on select models), use the DVI-D signal cable. These cables - HP L1955 | HP L1755 17" and L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitors User Guide - Page 15
Ä CAUTION: The DVI-D cable supplied with this monitor is for digital-to-digital connection only. Your computer must have a DVI-compatible graphics card installed for use with this cable. When connecting the DVI-D signal cable to the DVI connector on the monitor (available on select models), you - HP L1955 | HP L1755 17" and L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitors User Guide - Page 16
Setting Up the Monitor Connecting the VGA to DVI-I Signal Cable 3. Connect the USB cable to the USB input connector on the monitor and to a convenient USB connector on the computer. Connecting the USB Cable User Guide 3-7 - HP L1955 | HP L1755 17" and L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitors User Guide - Page 17
Setting Up the Monitor 4. If ready, connect the USB devices to the USB connectors on the monitor. Connecting USB Devices 3-8 User Guide - HP L1955 | HP L1755 17" and L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitors User Guide - Page 18
5. Connect one end of the power cable to the back of the monitor, and the other end to an electrical wall outlet. Å WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to your equipment: Do not disable the power cord grounding plug. The grounding plug is an important safety feature. Plug the - HP L1955 | HP L1755 17" and L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitors User Guide - Page 19
Setting Up the Monitor 6. Adjust the monitor as needed for your comfort using the monitor's tilt, swivel, and height adjustment capabilities. Adjusting the Tilt 3-10 User Guide - HP L1955 | HP L1755 17" and L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitors User Guide - Page 20
Setting Up the Monitor Adjusting the Swivel User Guide 3-11 - HP L1955 | HP L1755 17" and L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitors User Guide - Page 21
Setting Up the Monitor Adjusting the Height 3-12 User Guide - HP L1955 | HP L1755 17" and L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitors User Guide - Page 22
Setting Up the Monitor ✎ You can change your monitor's viewing position to portrait. To rotate your display to the portrait position, you will need to install the Pivot software, which is contained on the CD included with your monitor. Pivoting the Monitor Ä CAUTION: Burn-in image damage may occur - HP L1955 | HP L1755 17" and L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitors User Guide - Page 23
that the monitor is lying flat, front bezel down, and that the base is set to the maximum base extension. Attempting to remove the monitor from the base while upright in the minimum base extension may result in injury to the user. 1. Disconnect and remove the signal and power cables from the back of - HP L1955 | HP L1755 17" and L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitors User Guide - Page 24
The monitor features a quick release latch for easy installation of the display panel to a wall mounting device. 1. Remove the monitor base. Refer to "Removing the Monitor Base" steps in the previous section. 2. Remove the screws and the quick release adapter plate from the monitor base. User Guide - HP L1955 | HP L1755 17" and L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitors User Guide - Page 25
screws removed from the monitor base. Using the Quick Release Adapter Plate to Mount the Display to a Swing Arm ✎ For standing mounting purposes, when the (VESA) standard for mounting flat panel displays. 4. Pull down the quick release latch on the back of the display panel and mount it to the - HP L1955 | HP L1755 17" and L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitors User Guide - Page 26
Setting Up the Monitor Locating the Rating Label The rating label is located in the bottom, left corner on the rear panel of the monitor. Locating the Rating Label User Guide 3-17 - HP L1955 | HP L1755 17" and L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitors User Guide - Page 27
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 - HP L1955 | HP L1755 17" and L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitors User Guide - Page 28
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. 4-2 User Guide - HP L1955 | HP L1755 17" and L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitors User Guide - Page 29
the HP monitors support Web site: 1. Refer to http://www.hp.com/support and select your country 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. User Guide 4-3 - HP L1955 | HP L1755 17" and L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitors User Guide - Page 30
Operating the Monitor Front Panel Controls Front Panel Controls No. Control 1 Auto Adjust 2 Menu 3 - (Minus) 4 + (Plus) 5 Power Function Activates the auto adjustment feature for optimum image. Opens the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. • If OSD is on, press to navigate backward through the OSD menu - HP L1955 | HP L1755 17" and L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitors User Guide - Page 31
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. Press the Menu button on the monitor's front panel to launch the OSD Main Menu. 3. To navigate through the OSD Menu, press the + (Plus - HP L1955 | HP L1755 17" and L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitors User Guide - Page 32
Monitor 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 the front panel of the monitor to activate the Main (Advanced) OSD Menu. - HP L1955 | HP L1755 17" and L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitors User Guide - Page 33
. To access the Basic OSD Menu, press the menu button on the monitor's front panel. Basic OSD Menu Levels Menu Level 1 OSD on subsequent power-ups of the monitor until the Basic Menu is selected or Factory Reset is applied. The Advanced OSD Menu has up to three sublevels and can be viewed - HP L1955 | HP L1755 17" and L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitors User Guide - Page 34
Operating the Monitor Level 1 Advanced OSD Menu Levels Level 2 Level 3 Brightness Contrast Image Control Color Deutsch English Espanol Francais Italiano Japanese S. Chinese Cancel Save and Return Power Saver Power On Recall Mode Display "Adjusting" Message Adjustment Scale Adjustment Scale - HP L1955 | HP L1755 17" and L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitors User Guide - Page 35
Operating the Monitor Advanced OSD Menu Levels (Continued) Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Factory Preset Power On Status On / Off Selection N Display Sleep Timer Timer Set Menu N Default Video Input -Analog - VGA N Digital - DVI Serial Number Display monitor s/n Basic Menu N Sync-on- - HP L1955 | HP L1755 17" and L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitors User Guide - Page 36
accessed from the OSD menu) as described in the following section. Optimizing Analog Video This monitor contains advanced circuitry that allows the flat panel screen to function like a standard monitor. Two controls in using the adjustment pattern application provided on the CD-ROM. 4-10 User Guide - HP L1955 | HP L1755 17" and L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitors User Guide - Page 37
will appear on the monitor screen when identifying the following monitor conditions: ■ 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. Set the resolution and refresh rate for - HP L1955 | HP L1755 17" and L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitors User Guide - Page 38
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 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. 4-12 User Guide - HP L1955 | HP L1755 17" and L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitors User Guide - Page 39
next On Time activates or a monitor button is pressed. sRGB Support The monitor is designed to support sRGB for color management, which .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 - HP L1955 | HP L1755 17" and L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitors User Guide - Page 40
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 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 - HP L1955 | HP L1755 17" and L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitors User Guide - Page 41
Association dialog box. 4. Select the "sRGB Color Space Profile.icm" file, then click the Add button 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. User - HP L1955 | HP L1755 17" and L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitors User Guide - Page 42
A Troubleshooting Solving Common Problems The following table lists possible problems, the possible cause of each problem, and the recommended solutions. Problem Screen is blank. Possible Cause Power cord is disconnected. Power switch on front panel of the monitor is turned off. Master power - HP L1955 | HP L1755 17" and L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitors User Guide - Page 43
video cable is disconnected. Video resolution and/or refresh rate are set higher than what your monitor supports. Solution 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 - HP L1955 | HP L1755 17" and L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitors User Guide - Page 44
, online assistance, community forums of IT experts, broad multivendor 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 troubleshooting tips in this section, you may need to call technical - HP L1955 | HP L1755 17" and L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitors User Guide - Page 45
represent the highest specification of all HP's component manufacturers' typical level specifications for performance and actual performance may vary either higher or lower. L1755 Flat Panel Monitor Display Type 17.0 inches TFT LCD 43.2 cm Viewable Image Size 17.0-inch diagonal 43.2 cm - HP L1955 | HP L1755 17" and L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitors User Guide - Page 46
Specifications L1755 Flat Panel Monitor (Continued) Dimensions (include pedestal) Height (bottom of height adjust range) Depth Width 16.1 inches 8.3 inches 14.4 inches 409 mm 210 mm 365 mm Maximum Graphics Resolution 20 to 80% Power Source 100 - 240 VAC, 60-50 Hz Power Consumption - HP L1955 | HP L1755 17" and L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitors User Guide - Page 47
Technical Specifications L1955 Flat Panel Monitor Display Type 19.0 inches TFT LCD 48.3 cm Viewable Image Size 19.0-inch diagonal of height adjust range) Depth Width 16.8 inches 8.3 inches 15.9 inches 426 mm 210 mm 404 mm Maximum Graphics Resolution 1280 x 1024 (75 Hz) analog and digital - HP L1955 | HP L1755 17" and L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitors User Guide - Page 48
Technical Specifications L1955 Flat Panel Monitor (Continued) Environmental Requirements Temperature: Operating Temperature Non-operating Temperature 41to 95o F -4 to 140o F 5 to 35o C -20 to 60o C Relative Humidity 20 to 80% Power Source 100 - 240 VAC, 60-50 Hz Power Consumption - HP L1955 | HP L1755 17" and L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitors User Guide - Page 49
Technical Specifications Factory Preset Display Modes this occurs, you may need to readjust the parameters of the monitor screen by using the on-screen display. Your changes can be made all of these modes and saved in memory. The monitor automatically stores the new setting, then recognizes the new - HP L1955 | HP L1755 17" and L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitors User Guide - Page 50
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 - HP L1955 | HP L1755 17" and L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitors User Guide - Page 51
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Hewlett Packard Company may void the user's authority to operate the equipment. User Guide C-1 - HP L1955 | HP L1755 17" and L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitors User Guide - Page 52
Or, call1 1-800- 652-6672 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 To identify this product, refer to the Part, Series, or Model number found on the product. C-2 User Guide - HP L1955 | HP L1755 17" and L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitors User Guide - Page 53
equivalent international standards): ■ EN55022 (CISPR 22) - Electromagnetic Interference ■ EN55024 (IEC61000-4-2,3,4,5,6,8,11) - Electromagnetic Immunity ■ EN61000-3-2 (IEC61000-3-2) - Power Line Harmonics ■ EN61000-3-3 (IEC61000-3-3) - Power Line Flicker ■ EN60950 (IEC950) - Product Safety User - HP L1955 | HP L1755 17" and L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitors User Guide - Page 54
. 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. C-4 User Guide - HP L1955 | HP L1755 17" and L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitors User Guide - Page 55
Regulatory Notices 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. The power cord set (flexible cord or wall plug) received with the monitor meets the - HP L1955 | HP L1755 17" and L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitors User Guide - Page 56
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 - HP L1955 | HP L1755 17" and L1955 19" Flat Panel Monitors User Guide - Page 57
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
User Guide
HP L1755 17” & L1955 19”
Flat Panel Monitors
Document Part Number: 370798-002
January 2005
This guide provides information on setting up the monitor,
installing drivers, using the on-screen display menu,
troubleshooting and technical specifications.