HP L1908w User Guide

							HP L1750, L1950, L1710, L1910, and L1908w LCD
Monitors
User Guide
 
						

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Second Edition (August 2007)
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							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.
CAUTION:Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions could result in damage
to equipment or loss of information.
NOTE:Text set off in this manner provides important supplemental information.
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							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 Single-Hinged Monitor Pedestal Base ........................................................................... 7
Rear Components ................................................................................................................................ 8
Cable Management .............................................................................................................................. 9
Connecting the Cables ....................................................................................................................... 10
Adjusting the Monitor .......................................................................................................................... 12
Turning on the Monitor ....................................................................................................................... 14
Connecting USB Devices ................................................................................................................... 15
Using the Accessory Rails .................................................................................................................. 16
Removing the Monitor Pedestal Base ................................................................................................ 16
Mounting the Monitor ......................................................................................................... 18
Locating the Rating Labels ................................................................................................................. 20
4  Operating the Monitor
Software and Utilities .......................................................................................................................... 21
The Information File ........................................................................................................... 21
The Image Color Matching File .......................................................................................... 21
Installing the .INF and .ICM Files ....................................................................................................... 22
Installing from the CD ........................................................................................................ 22
Downloading from the Worldwide Web .............................................................................. 22
Using the Auto-Adjustment Function .................................................................................................. 23
Front Panel Controls ..........................................................................................................................  24
Adjusting the Monitor Settings ............................................................................................................ 25
Using the On-Screen Display Menu ..................................................................................  25
OSD Menu Selections ....................................................................................... 26
Optimizing Digital Conversion ........................................................................... 30
Using the HP Display Assistant Utility ...............................................................................  30
Identifying Monitor Conditions ............................................................................................................ 31
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							Sleep Timer Mode .............................................................................................................................. 31
HP Display LiteSaver ......................................................................................................................... 32
Installing the HP Display LiteSaver Software .................................................................... 32
sRGB Support .................................................................................................................................... 33
Changing the Color Temperature ...................................................................................... 33
Installing the sRGB ICM File for Microsoft Windows 2000 and Windows XP .................... 34
Installing the sRGB ICM File for Microsoft Windows Vista ................................................ 34
Appendix A  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 ....................................................................................................................................... 39
L1910 Model ....................................................................................................................................... 40
L1908w Model .................................................................................................................................... 41
Recognizing Preset Display Resolutions ............................................................................................ 42
L1750, L1950, L1710, and L1910 Models ......................................................................... 42
L1908w Model ................................................................................................................... 42
Entering User Modes .......................................................................................................................... 43
Energy Saver Feature ........................................................................................................................ 43
Appendix C  Agency Regulatory Notices
Federal Communications Commission Notice ................................................................................... 44
Modifications ...................................................................................................................... 44
Cables ................................................................................................................................ 44
Declaration of Conformity for Products Marked with the FCC Logo (United States Only) ................. 44
Canadian Notice ................................................................................................................................. 45
Avis Canadien .................................................................................................................................... 45
European Union Regulatory Notice .................................................................................................... 45
German Ergonomics Notice ............................................................................................................... 46
Japanese Notice ................................................................................................................................. 46
Korean Notice ..................................................................................................................................... 46
Power Cord Set Requirements ........................................................................................................... 46
Japanese Power Cord Requirements ................................................................................ 46
Product Environmental Notices .......................................................................................................... 47
Energy Star Compliance .................................................................................................... 47
Materials Disposal ............................................................................................................. 47
Disposal of Waste Equipment by Users in Private Household in the European
Union ................................................................................................................................. 47
Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) ................................................................... 48
Appendix D  LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy
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							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 resolutions
●L1950 model, 19-inch (48.3 cm) viewable area display with 1280 x 1024 resolution, plus full-screen
support for lower resolutions
●L1710 model, 17-inch (43.2 cm) viewable area display with 1280 × 1024 resolution, plus full-screen
support for lower resolutions
●L1910 model, 19-inch (48.3 cm) viewable area display with 1280 × 1024 resolution, plus full-screen
support for lower resolutions
●L1908w model, 19-inch (48.3 cm) viewable area display with 1440 × 900 resolution, plus full-screen
support for lower resolutions; includes custom scaling for maximum image size while preserving
original aspect ratio
●Wide viewing angle to allow viewing from a sitting or standing position, or moving side-to-side
●Tilt capability
●Pivot capability to rotate display to portrait mode (select models)
●Swivel and height adjustment capabilities (select models)
●Removable base for flexible monitor panel mounting solutions
●Video signal input to support VGA analog with VGA signal cable provided
●Video signal input to support DVI digital with DVI-D signal cable provided (select models)
●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 monitors USB hub and to the USB connector on the computer
(select models)
●Accessory rail on monitor to accept optional mounted devices, such as an HP speaker bar
●Plug and play capability if supported by the system
●Privacy filter slots to insert filters (purchased separately) to block side screen viewing (select
models)
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							●Security slot provision on rear of monitor for optional cable lock
●Internal speakers (select models)
●Audio input signal cable (select models)
●Cable management feature for placement 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, monitor drivers, and product
documentation
●Energy saver feature to meet requirements for reduced power consumption
●Intelligent Management AssetControl
●Compliant with the following regulated specifications:
◦European Union CE Directives
◦Swedish MPR II 1990
◦Swedish TCO Requirements
◦Energy Star
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							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 46 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 feature.
• Plug the power cord in a grounded (earthed) outlet that is easily accessible at all times.
• Disconnect power from the product 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 not pull on a cord or cable. When unplugging from the electrical
outlet, grasp the cord by the plug.
To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the Safety and Comfort Guide. It describes proper workstation,
setup, posture, and health and work habits for computer 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 the
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 the equipment, if
surge protection fails.
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							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 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.
●Install the 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 the monitor off when not in use. You can substantially increase the life expectancy of the
monitor by using a screen saver program and turning off the monitor when not in use.
●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.
●Do not drop the 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 the 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.
CAUTION:Do not use benzene, thinner, ammonia, or any other volatile substances to clean the
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 the monitor.
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