HP Le1901w User Guide

							
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 . Pressure on the panel may cause non-
uniformity of color or disorientation  of the liquid crystals. If this occurs the screen will not recover to its
normal condition.
Figure 3-1   Attaching the Ba se to the Monitor
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Rear Components
Figure 3-2  Rear Components
Component Function
1AC Power ConnectorConnects the AC power cord to the monitor.
2Audio In (select models)Connects the audio cable to the monitors internal speakers
(select models)
3DVI (select models)Connects the DVI-D cable to the monitor.
4 VGA Connects the VGA cable to the monitor.
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Connecting the Cables
1.Place the monitor in a convenient, well-ventilated location near the computer.
2. Connect a VGA signal cable or DVI-D signal cable.
NOTE: For models with both VGA and DVI-D connec tors, the monitor is capable of supporting
either analog or digital input. The video mode is  determined by the video cable used. The monitor
will automatically determine which inputs have valid video signals. The inputs can be selected by
pressing the  + (Plus) button on the front panel or through the On-Screen Display (OSD) feature by
pressing the  Menu button.
●For analog operation, use the VGA signal cable provided. Connect the VGA signal cable to
the VGA connector on the rear of the monitor and the other end to the VGA connector on the
computer.
● For digital operation, use the DVI-D signal cabl
e (not provided) (select models). Connect the
DVI-D signal cable to the DVI connector on the rear of the monitor and the other end to the
DVI connector on the computer.
3. Connect the built-in monitor speakers (on select  models) to the computer using the audio cable.
NOTE:An optional speaker bar that mounts on to the monitor is available from HP.
4.Connect one end of the power cable to the AC power connector on the back of the monitor, and
the other end to an electrical wall outlet.
Adjusting the Monitor
Tilt the monitors panel forward or backwar d to set it to a comfortable eye level.
Figure 3-3   Tilting the Monitor
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Turning on the Monitor
1.Press the power button on the computer to turn it on.
2. Press the power button on the front  of the monitor to turn it on.
CAUTION:Burn-in image damage may occur on monitors that display the same static image on
screen for a prolonged period of time.* To avoid burn-in image damage on the monitor screen, you
should always activate a screen saver application or turn off the monitor when it is not in use for a
prolonged period of time. Image retention is a co ndition that may occur on all LCD screens. Monitors
with a “burned-in image” are not covered under the HP warranty.
* A prolonged period of time is  12 consecutive hours of non-use.
NOTE:If pressing the power button has no effect, the Power Button Lockout feature may be enabled.
To disable this feature, press and hold  the monitor power button for 10 seconds.
Mounting the Monitor Panel
You can remove the monitor panel from the pedestal  base to install the panel on a wall, a swing arm,
or other mounting fixture. Four threaded mounting holes are provided on the monitor back panel to be
used for mounting purposes.
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 flat surface.
3. Remove the three screws on the back of the monito r that connect the monitor panel to the pedestal
base (1) and slide the pedestal base from the monitor panel (2).
Figure 3-4   Removing the Pedestal Base
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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.
Figure 3-5   Installing the Monitor on a Swing Arm
To attach the monitor to other mounting fixtures,  follow the instructions included with the mounting
fixture to ensure that the  monitor is safely attached.
CAUTION:This monitor suppor ts the VESA industry standard 10 0 mm mounting holes. To attach
a third-party mounting solution to the monitor,  four 4 mm, 0.7 pitch, and 10 mm long screws are
required (not provided with the monitor). Long er screws must not be used because they may
damage the monitor. It is important  to verify that the manufacturer’s mounting solution is compliant
with the VESA standard and  is rated to support the weight of the monitor display panel. For best
performance, it is important to use the power and video cables provided with the monitor.
5. Reconnect the cables to the monitor panel.
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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 3-6   Locating the Rating Labels
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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 suppor t Web site. See 
Downloading from the Worldwide Web on page 12 in this chapter.
The Information File
The .INF file defines monitor resources used by Mi crosoft Windows operating systems to ensure monitor
compatibility with the comp uter’s graphics adapter.
This monitor is Microsoft Windows Plug and Play co mpatible and the monitor will work correctly without
installing the .INF file. Monitor Plug  and Play compatibility requires that the computer’s graphic card is
VESA DDC2–compliant and that the m onitor connects directly to the graphics card. Plug and Play does
not work through separate BNC type connecto rs or through distribution buffers/boxes.
The Image Color Matching File
The .ICM files are data files that are used in conjunction with graphics programs to provide consistent
color matching from monitor screen to printer, or from  scanner to monitor screen. This file is activated
from within graphics programs that support this feature.
NOTE: The ICM color profile is written  in accordance with the International Color Consortium (ICC)
Profile Format specification.
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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 Windows Display control panel.
NOTE: You may need to install the digitally signed moni tor .INF and .ICM files manually from the CD
in the event of an installation error. Refer to  the Monitor Driver Software Readme file on the CD.
Downloading from the Worldwide Web
To download the latest version of .INF and .ICM  files from the HP monitors support Web site:
1. Refer to 
http://www.hp.com/support  and select the country region.
2. Follow the links for the monitor to the support page and download page.
3. Ensure the system meets the requirements.
4. Download the software by following the instructions.
Using the Auto-Adjustment Function
You can optimize the screen performance for the VGA (analog) input by using the  -/Auto button on the
monitor and the auto-adjust ment pattern software utility on the CD provided.
Do not use this procedure if the monitor is using a DVI input. If the monitor is using a VGA (analog)
input, this procedure can correct th e following image quality conditions:
● Fuzzy or unclear focus
● Ghosting, streaking or shadowing effects
● Faint vertical bars
● Thin, horizontal scrolling lines
● An off-center picture
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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 button, then select  Image Control from the OSD Main Menu.
Refer to 
Adjusting the Monitor Settings on page 15  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-Adjus tment Software. The setup test pattern is displayed.
5. Press the  -/Auto button on the monitor front panel to produce a stable, centered image.
6. Press the  ESC key or any other key on the keyboard to exit the test pattern.
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Front Panel Controls
Table 4-1  Monitor Front Panel Controls
Control  Function
1MenuOpens, selects or exits the OSD menu.
2– (minus)/Auto●If the OSD menu is on, press to navigate backward
through the OSD menu and decrease adjustment
levels.
● If the OSD menu is inactive, press to activate the auto
adjustment feature to optimize the screen image.
3+ (plus)●Navigates forward through the OSD menu and
increases adjustment levels.
● When the OSD menu is inactive, an Input button
chooses the video input signal
 input, VGA or DVI (select
models have input select function).
4 Power LEDGreen = Fully powered.
Amber = Sleep mode.
Flashing Amber = Sleep Timer mode.
5Power Turns the monitor on or off.
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