HP La1951g User Guide

							IconMain MenuSubmenuDescription
Monitor StatusDisplays the operating status of the monitor each time
the monitor is powered on. Select the location to
display the status to:
●Top
●Middle
●Bottom
●Off
The factory default is Top.
DDC/CI SupportAllows the computer to control some OSD menu
features such as brightness, contrast and color
temperature. Set to:
●On
●Off
The factory default is On.
 Bezel Power LEDTurns off the power LED on the front panel of the
monitor. The factory default is On.
Sleep TimerProvides the timer adjustment menu options:
●Set Current Time—sets the current time in hours
and minutes
●Set Sleep Time—sets the time you want to place
the monitor in sleep mode
●Set on Time—sets the time you want the monitor
to wake up from sleep mode
●Timer—sets the Sleep Timer feature On or Off.
The default setting is Off.
●Sleep Now—immediately sets the monitor to
enter sleep mode
LanguageSelects the language in which the OSD menu is
displayed. The factory default is English.
InformationSelects and displays important information about the
monitor.
Current SettingsProvides the current input video mode.
Recommended
SettingsProvides the recommended resolution mode and
refresh rate for the monitor.
Serial NumberReports the serial number of the monitor. The serial
number is needed if contacting HP technical support.
FW VersionReports the firmware version of the monitor.
Backlight HoursReports the total hours of backlight operation.
  Service Supporthttp://www.hp.com/support
Table 4-2  OSD Menu (continued)
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							IconMain MenuSubmenuDescription
Factory ResetReturns all OSD menu settings and DDC/CI controls
to the factory default settings, except the Language.
Source Control Selects the video input signal. VGA is the factory
default.
  DVISelects DVI as the video input signal.
  VGASelects VGA as the video input signal.
 Default SourceSelects the default or primary video input signal when
the monitor is connected to two active and valid video
sources. The monitor will automatically determine the
video format. The choices are:
●DVI
●VGA
The factory default is VGA.
 Auto-Switch SourceTurns the systems automatic video signal input to On
or Off. The factory default is On.
Exit Exits the OSD menu screen.
Optimizing Digital Conversion
Two controls in the on-screen display can be adjusted to improve image performance: Clock and Clock
Phase.
NOTE:The Clock and Clock Phase controls are adjustable only when using an analog input. These
controls are not adjustable for digital inputs.
The Clock must first be set correctly since the Clock Phase settings are dependent on the main Clock
setting. Use these controls only when the auto-adjustment function does not provide a satisfactory
image.
●Clock—Increases/decreases the value to minimize any vertical bars or stripes visible on the screen
background.
●Clock Phase—Increases/decreases the value to minimize video distortion or video jitter.
NOTE:When using the controls, you will obtain the best results by using the auto-adjustment pattern
software utility provided on the CD.
When adjusting the Clock and Clock Phase values, if the monitor images become distorted, continue
adjusting the values until the distortion disappears. To restore the factory settings, select Yes from the
Factory Reset menu in the on-screen display.
Table 4-2  OSD Menu (continued)
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							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:
●Accurate screen calibration through the use of step-by-step instruction Wizards to obtain the best
overall image quality.
●Software control of the monitor image and color settings to eliminate dependence on the monitor’s
front panel buttons and On-Screen Display (OSD) menu.
●Defined preset display settings for each individual user in a multi-user environment.
●Multiple preset display settings for a single user based on content and ambient lighting.
●Asset Management and Power Management capabilities that include remote control for individual
or a group of displays on the domain from a centralized console application.
The HP Display Assistant Utility has two modes of operation: Wizard and OSD mode. The preferred
method of use is Wizard mode, which takes you through a step-by-step process to accurately calibrate
the monitor. This method relies on a sequence of steps that will obtain the best display results when
completed.
NOTE:Refer to the HP Display Assistant user guide for additional information about the software.
Identifying Monitor Conditions
Special messages will appear on the monitor screen when identifying the following monitor conditions:
●Monitor Status—When the monitor is powered on or when the input source signal is changed, a
Monitor Status message is displayed for five seconds. The message shows which input is the
current active signal, the status of the auto-switch source setting (On or Off), the default source
signal, the current preset display resolution, and the recommended preset display resolution.
●Input Signal Out of Range—Change resolution setting to 1280 x 1024 – 60Hz—Indicates the
monitor does not support the input signal because the resolution and/or refresh rate are set higher
than the monitor supports.
●No Source Signal—Indicates the monitor is not receiving a video signal from the PC on the monitor
video input connector. Check to determine if the PC or input signal source is off or in the power
saving mode.
●Auto Adjustment in Progress—Indicates the auto-adjustment function is active.
●Monitor Going to Sleep—Indicates the screen display is entering a sleep mode.
●Check Video Cable—Indicates the video cable is not properly connected to the computer.
●Settings Saved as Custom—Indicates that a Custom setting has been saved in the Quick View
sub-menu. This occurs If a preset is selected in the Quick View menu then the Brightness, Contrast,
or Color is also changed in the OSD.
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							●OSD Lockout—The OSD can be enabled or disabled by pressing and holding the Menu button
on the front panel for 10 seconds. If the OSD is locked, the warning message OSD Lockout
displays for ten seconds.
◦If the OSD is locked, press and hold the Menu button for 10 seconds to unlock the OSD.
◦If the OSD is unlocked, press and hold the Menu button for 10 seconds to lock the OSD.
●Power Button Lockout—Indicates the power button is locked. If the power button is locked, the
warning message Power Button Lockout displays.
◦If the power button is locked, press and hold the power button for 10 seconds to unlock the
power button function.
◦If the power button is unlocked, press and hold the power button for 10 seconds to lock out
the power button function.
●Theft Mode Enabled—Indicates that theft deterrence mode has been activated. Theft deterrence
is an optional feature that can be set up in HP Display Assistant. Theft deterrence mode is triggered
if both the power and display cables have been disconnected from the monitor, the monitor is
reconnected to a different computer, and the theft deterrence PIN number is not entered within the
elapsed time. When the monitor is in theft deterrence mode, all front panel buttons are disabled
other than the power button.
Sleep Timer Mode
The Sleep Timer mode is an energy-saving feature that enables you to set a time 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 Sleep Timer has five settings:
●Set Current Time
●Set Sleep Time
●Set On Time
●Timer: On/Off
●Sleep Now
To set the timer:
1.Press the Menu button on the monitor front panel to display the OSD Menu.
2.Scroll down and highlight Management.
3.Press the Menu button to select Management.
4.Scroll down and highlight and select Sleep Timer > Set Current Time.
NOTE:You must set the current local time before you reset the time for Sleep Time or On
Time. Note that the time is displayed in a 24–hour clock format. For example, 1:15 p.m. is displayed
as 13 hours 15 minutes.
A power failure or loss of power to the monitor will cause the timer to reset to 00:00. If this occurs,
you will need to reset the sleep timer mode.
5.Press the Menu button once to enter the adjustment mode for hours.
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							6.Press the - (Minus) or + (Plus) button to adjust the hour.
7.Press the Menu button again to enter the time for minutes.
8.Press the - (Minus) or + (Plus) button to adjust the minutes.
9.Press the Menu button to lock in the time chosen.
10.After setting the current time, the highlight automatically skips to Set Sleep Time hours. Repeat
steps 6 through 9 to set Sleep Time.
11.If you do not want to set Sleep Time, press the Menu button twice, then select Save and
Return to exit the menu.
12.After setting Sleep Time, the highlight automatically skips to Set On Time hours. Repeat steps 6
through 9 to set On Time.
13.Set the Timer mode to On to activate the Sleep Timer settings.
14.When you are finished, select Save and Return to exit the menu.
The fifth selection, Sleep Now, turns the monitor backlights off immediately and stays in sleep mode
until the next On Time activates or a monitor button is pressed.
HP Display 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 panel against
image retention. Image retention can occur when the monitor is left on while displaying the same image
for an extended period of time, leaving a shadow of the image on the screen.
Installing the HP Display LiteSaver Software
1.Insert the CD in the computer CD-ROM Drive. The CD menu is displayed.
2.Select Install HP Display LiteSaver Software.
3.After installing the software, click the HP Display LiteSaver icon in the Windows system tray or
right-click the icon and select Configure from the pop-up menu.
4.Select the following options to configure the HP Display LiteSaver features:
Table 4-3  HP Display LiteSaver Configuration Options
Select This OptionTo Do This
Enable Display LiteSaverEnables the HP Display LiteSaver functions; deselect to disable the HP Display
LiteSaver.
Display OffSets the time when the monitor automatically turns off. This does not affect screen
saver operation, which has priority over the HP Display LiteSaver.
Display On Sets the time when the monitor automatically turns on. This does not affect screen
saver operation, which has priority over the HP Display LiteSaver.
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							Select This OptionTo Do This
Activity ExtensionSets the time in minutes before the monitor turns off if there is any keyboard or mouse
activity after the Display Off time is reached. If the keyboard or mouse is used, then
HP Display LiteSaver waits until the set amount of time before turning the display
off again. Set to 0 to disable. If disabled, the monitor will turn off as soon as the
Display Off time is reached, regardless of keyboard or mouse activity.
Show 1 minute Display Off NoticeDisplays a popup message in the system tray 1 minute before the monitor is turned
off by HP Display LiteSaver.
StatusShows the time until the monitor is next due to be turned off by HP Display LiteSaver.
OKStores the current settings and minimizes HP Display LiteSaver to the System Tray.
CancelRestores the previous settings and minimizes HP Display LiteSaver to the System
Tray. HP Display LiteSaver will continue to run.
HelpOpens the online help file.
Exit Exits and closes the HP 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 standards
used in the image technology industry.
To take advantage of the sRGB support, you will need to change the monitor’s color temperature to
sRGB and install the sRGB color profile (ICM) file.
NOTE:The sRGB color temperature preset will improve the color accuracy of sRGB images on the
computer monitor, but some color variation may still occur.
Changing the Color Temperature
1.Press the Menu button on the front panel of the monitor to launch the Main Menu of the OSD.
2.Select Color.
3.Select sRGB.
4.Select Save and Return to exit the menu.
Installing the sRGB ICM File for Microsoft Windows 2000 and Windows XP
NOTE:To complete the following procedure, you must be logged in as an administrator or a member
of the administrator’s group. If the computer is connected to a network, network policy settings may
prevent you from completing this procedure. The sRGB ICM file does 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 the Settings tab, then click the Advanced button.
Table 4-3  HP Display LiteSaver Configuration Options (continued)
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							3.Select the Color Management tab, then click the Add button to open the Add Profile
Association dialog box.
4.Select the sRGB Color Space Profile.icm file, then click the 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 Default button.
6.Click Apply or OK.
Installing the sRGB ICM File for Microsoft Windows Vista
1.Click Appearance and Personalization icon in the Control Panel.
2.Click Personalization.
3.Click Display Settings.
4.Click the Advanced Settings button.
5.Click the Color Management tab, then click the Color Management button.
6.Click the Advanced tab, then click the Change System Defaults button.
7.On the Devices tab, click theAdd button.
8.Select the RGB Color Space Profile.icm file, then click the OK button.
9.To activate a color profile for the monitor, you must set it as the Default Monitor Profile. Select
sRGB Color Space Profile, then click the Set as Default button.
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							A Troubleshooting
Solving Common Problems
The following table lists possible problems, the possible cause of each problem, and the recommended
solutions.
ProblemPossible CauseSolution
Screen is blank.Power cord is disconnected.Connect the power cord.
Power button on front panel of
the monitor is turned off.Press the front panel power button.
NOTE:If pressing the power button has no effect,
press and hold the power button for 10 seconds to
disable the power button lockout feature.
Video cable is improperly
connected.Connect the video cable properly. Refer to Chapter
3, Setting Up the Monitor on page 5 for more
information.
Screen blanking is active.Press any key on the keyboard or move the mouse
to inactivate the screen blanking utility.
Screen image appears distorted; text is
fuzzy or blurred; image quality is
degraded.The computer’s graphics card
resolution is set lower or higher
than the monitor’s native
resolution.Set the computer’s display resolution to the same
mode as the monitor’s recommended native screen
resolution to provide the best picture quality.
Image appears blurred, indistinct, or
too dark.Brightness and contrast are
too low.Press the —/Auto button on the front panel. If this
does not correct the image, press the Menu button
to open the OSD Menu, and adjust the brightness
and contrast scales as needed.
Image is not centeredPosition may need adjustment.Press the Menu button to access the OSD menu.
Select Image Control/Horizontal Position or Vertical
Position to adjust the horizontal or vertical position
of the image.
Check Video Cable is displayed on
screen.Monitor video cable is
disconnected.Connect the DVI-D signal cable to the DVI connector
on the computer, or the VGA cable to the VGA
connector on the computer. Be sure that the
computer power is off while connecting the video
cable.
Input Signal Out of Range. Change
Settings to 1280 x 1024 @ 60Hz is
displayed on screen.Video resolution and/or refresh
rate are set higher than what
the monitor supports.Restart the computer and enter Safe Mode. Change
the settings to a supported setting (see 
Recognizing
Preset Display Resolutions on page 35). Restart
the computer so that the new settings take effect.
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							ProblemPossible CauseSolution
HP Display LiteSaver doesnt turn off
the monitor screen.The Activity Extension time
has not elapsed.The default Activity Extension value is set to 10
minutes. The HP Display LiteSaver will wait to detect
no input or movement from the keyboard or mouse
for 10 consecutive minutes after the Display Off time
has passed, before the monitor enters into low-
power mode. For example, if the Display Off time is
set to 5 minutes from the current time and the Activity
Extension is set to 10 minutes, the HP Display
LiteSaver will not actually turn off the display until 10
minutes of inactivity has elapsed, even though the
Display Off time is 5 minutes from now.
The HP Display LiteSaver may
not be compatible with the
computer system. Some
notebook computers are not
compatible and the monitor
power can not be controlled.Confirm that the HP Display LiteSaver is compatible
with the system.
1.Right-click on the HP Display LiteSaver icon in
the system tray.
2.Select Power Off Display from the menu.
The monitor screen should turn off if the system is
compatible. To turn the monitor back on, wait 5
seconds and move the mouse.
NOTE:If the monitor did not turn off, then the
computer graphics driver is not compatible with the
HP Display LiteSaver software.
The monitor is off but it did not seem to
enter into a low-power sleep mode.The monitors power saving
control is disabled.Check the monitors OSD menu setting for power
saving enable/disable controls. The control should
be set to enable to allow the monitor to enter into low-
power modes.
OSD Lockout is displayed.The monitors OSD Lockout
function is enabled.Press and hold the Menu button for 10 seconds to
disable the OSD Lockout function.
Power Button Lockout is displayed. The monitors Power Button
Lockout function is enabled.Press and hold the power button for 10 seconds to
unlock the power button function.
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							Online Technical Support
For the online access to technical support information, self-solve tools, 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 troubleshooting tips in this section, you may need to call technical
support. Have the following information available when you call:
●Monitor model number
●Monitor serial number
●Purchase date on invoice
●Conditions under which the problem occurred
●Error messages received
●Hardware configuration
●Name and version of the hardware and software you are using
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