HP Compaq Le1911 User Guide

2 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 32 in Appendix C.
WARNING!To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to the equipment:
• Do not disable the power cord grounding feature. The grounding plug is an important safety...

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.
●Use only a power source and connection appropriate for this monitor, as indicated on the label/
back plate of the monitor.
●Be sure...

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 instructions below.
Attaching the Monitor Base
1.Set the base on a flat surface such as a table top.
2.Using both hands, position the pedestal over the base and press down firmly to lock it in place. Be
sure the base is securely locked in place and adjust the tilt angle to the desired position.
CAUTION:Do not touch the surface of the LCD panel....

Rear Components
Figure 3-2  Rear Components
Component Function
1AC Power ConnectorConnects the AC power cord to the monitor.
2 VGA Connector Connects the VGA cable to the monitor.
Connecting the Cables
1.Place the monitor in a convenient, well-ventilated location near the computer.
NOTE:You can route the cables through the cable management feature on the back of the
monitors stand, if desired.
2.Connect one end of the VGA signal cable to the VGA connector on the monitor and connect the
other end of the...

WARNING!To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to the equipment:
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 equipment by unplugging the power cord from the electrical outlet.
For your safety, do not place anything on power cords or cables. Arrange them so that no one may
accidentally step on or trip over them. Do...

When the monitor is powered on, a Monitor Status message is displayed for five seconds. The message
shows the current active input signal, the current preset display resolution, and the recommended preset
display resolution.
Using the Accessory Rails
The monitor features accessory rails on the rear that can be used to mount optional 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 3-5  Using...

3.Remove the three screws on the back of the monitor that connect the monitor panel to the pedestal
base (1) and slide the pedestal base from the monitor panel (2).
Figure 3-6  Removing the Pedestal Base
4.To attach the monitor to a swing arm, insert four 10mm screws through the holes on the swing arm
plate and into the mounting holes on the monitor.
CAUTION:This monitor supports the VESA industry standard 100 mm mounting holes. To attach
a third-party mounting solution to the monitor, four 4 mm, 0.7...

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 the monitor model. The rating labels are
located on the rear panel of the monitor.
Figure 3-8  Locating the Rating Labels
Installing a Cable Lock
You can secure the monitor to a fixed object with an optional cable lock available from HP.
NOTE:For more information on HP accessories, go to http://www.hp.com/go/options.
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4 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. See 
Downloading from the Worldwide Web on page 12 in this chapter.
The Information File
The .INF file defines...

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 is displayed.
2.View the Monitor Driver Software Readme file.
3.Select Install Monitor Driver Software.
4.Follow the on-screen instructions.
5.Ensure that the proper resolution and refresh rates appear in the...