HP L2045 User Guide

Connecting USB Devices
The monitor provides two USB connectors on the rear panel 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 or to a USB hub to
enable the USB 2.0 ports on the monitor. Refer to Step 2 in 
Connecting the Monitor on page 7.
Figure 3-12  Connecting USB Devices
Using the Accessory Rails
The monitor features accessory rails on the rear that may be used to mount optional devices, such as
the...

Mounting Solutions
Removing the Monitor Pedestal Base
You can remove the monitor panel from the pedestal base to mount 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. If the monitor has a connected audio cable, disconnect
it.
1.Disconnect and remove the signal and power cables from the back of the monitor.
2.Lay the monitor face down on a soft area to...

2.To mount the monitor to a swing arm, wall or other mounting fixture using the HP Quick Release,
follow the instructions provided in the documentation that comes with Quick Release.
Figure 3-15  Mounting the Monitor to a Swing Arm Using Quick Release
Figure 3-16  Mounting the Monitor to the Wall Using Quick Release
CAUTION:The Quick Release is designed to support a maximum of up to 24 lbs. (10.9 kg). If
you are mounting to a wall, HP recommends that you consult with a qualified engineering,...

3.If mounting the monitor using another manufacturer’s solution, use the screws previously removed
from the monitor base to mount the display to a swing arm or other mounting fixture. Consult the
documentation included with the mounting fixture for additional instructions.
CAUTION:This monitor supports the VESA industry-standard 100mm mounting holes. To attach
a third-party mounting solution to the monitor, four 4mm, 0.7 pitch, and 10mm long screws are
required (not provided with the monitor). Longer...

Mounting to the Pedestal Base
An optional HP Quick Release can be attached to the pedestal base. It allows you to quickly and securely
attach some models of the HP thin client to the monitor.
To mount an HP thin client to the pedestal base using the HP Quick Release, follow the instructions
provided in the documentation that comes with Quick Release.
Figure 3-18  Mounting a Thin Client to the Pedestal Base
CAUTION:It is important to verify that the weight of the thin client does not affect the stability...

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
Adobe Reader is supplied on this CD and can be installed from the menu.
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...

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.After the software has been installed, restart Windows.
6.Ensure that...

To use the auto-adjustment feature:
1.Allow the monitor to warm up for 20 minutes before adjusting.
2.Press the −/Auto button on the monitor front panel.
●You can also press the Menu/Select button, then select Auto-Adjustment from the OSD Main
Menu. Refer to 
Adjusting the Monitor Settings on page 22 in this chapter.
●If the result is not satisfactory, continue with the procedure.
3.Insert the CD in the disc drive. The CD menu is displayed.
4.Select Open Auto-Adjustment Software. The setup test pattern...

Front Panel Controls
Table 4-1  Monitor Front Panel Controls
Control Function
1Menu/SelectOpens, selects or exits the OSD menu.
2− (Minus)/Auto●Navigates backward through the OSD menu and
decreases adjustment levels.
●When the OSD menu is inactive, activates the auto
adjustment feature to optimize the screen image.
3+ (Plus)Navigates forward through the OSD menu and increases
adjustment levels.
4Input SelectSelects the video input (DVI-D or VGA)
5Power LEDFully powered = Green.
Sleep mode = Amber.
Sleep...

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:
1.If the monitor is not already on, press the Power button to turn on the monitor.
2.To access the OSD Menu, press the Menu/Select button on the monitor’s front panel.
3.To navigate through the OSD...