HP Lp2275w User Guide

							
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 button on the monitor’s front panel.
3.To navigate through the OSD Menu, press the  + (Plus) button on the monitor’s front panel to scroll
up, or the  – (Minus) button to scroll in reverse.
4. To select an item from the OSD Menu, use the  + or  – buttons to scroll to and highlight your selection,
then press the  Menu button to select that function.
5. Adjust the item using the  + or  – buttons on the front pa nel to adjust the scale.
6. After adjusting the function, select  Save and Return, or Cancel  if you don’t want to save the setting,
then select  Exit from the Main Menu.
NOTE: If the buttons remain untouched for 10 seconds while displaying a menu, new adjustments will
be discarded and the settings will revert to previous settings and exit the menu.
OSD Menu Selections
The following table lists the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu selections and their functional descriptions.
After changing an OSD menu item, and if the menu screen has these options, you may choose to:
● Cancel
—to return to the previous menu level.
● Save and Return
—to save all changes and return to the OSD Main Menu screen. This Save and
Return option is only active if you change a menu item.
● Reset
—to change back to the previous setting.
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Table 4-3  OSD Menu
IconMain MenuSubmenuDescription
BrightnessAdjustable scaleAdjusts the brightness level of the screen. The factory default
range is 90.
ContrastAdjustable scaleAdjusts the contrast level of the screen. The factory default range
is 80.
Image ControlAdjusts the screen image.
Auto AdjustmentAutomatically adjusts the screen image.
Horizontal PositionAdjusts the position of the screen image left and right.
Vertical PositionAdjusts the position of the screen image up and down.
Custom ScalingSelects the method on how displayed information on the monitor
will be formatted. Select:
●Fill to Screen—image fills the entire screen and may look
distorted or elongated because 
of non-proportional scaling
of height and width
● Fill to Aspect Ratio—image 
is sized to fit the screen and
maintains proportional image
● One-to-one—disables video scaling, displays an image that
is smaller in size than the monitor’s capability and centers
the image on the screen in the active viewing area
ClockMinimizes any vertical bars or
 strips visible on the screen
background. Adjusting the Clock  will also change the horizontal
screen image.
Clock PhaseAdjusts the focus of the display. This adjustment allows you to
remove any horizontal noise and clear or sharpen the image of
characters.
ColorSelects the screen color. The factory default is 6500K or Custom
Color, depending on the model.
9300 KChanges to slightly blueish white.
6500 KChanges to slightly reddish white.
Custom ColorSelects and adjusts your own color scales:
● R—sets your own red color levels
● G—sets your own green color levels
● B—sets your own blue color levels
sRGBSets your screen colors to adapt 
to the color standards used in
the image technology industry.
 Color SaturationAdjustable scale for color intensity.
 Color TintAdjustable scale for color tint.
Language Selects the language in which the OSD menu is displayed. The factory default is English.
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IconMain MenuSubmenuDescription
ManagementSelects the power management features of the monitor.
Power SaverEnables the power saving feature. Select:
●On
● Off
The factory default is On.
Power On RecallRestores power to the monitor following an unexpected removal
of power. Select:
● On
● Off
The factory default is On.
Mode DisplayDisplays the resolution, refresh rate and frequency information on
the screen each time the OSD Main Menu is accessed. Select:
● On
● Off
The factory default is On or Off, depending on the model.
Power-On Status
DisplayDisplays 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 On or Off, depending on the model.
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 front panel Power LED on or off. Set to:
● On
● Off
The factory default is On.
Sleep Timer Provides the timer adjustment menu options:
●Set Current Time—sets the current time in hours and
minutes
● Set Sleep Time—sets the time yo
u want to place the monitor
in sleep mode
Table 4-3   OSD Menu (continued)
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IconMain MenuSubmenuDescription
●Set On Time—sets the time you want the monitor to wake
up from sleep mode
● Timer—sets the Sleep Timer f
eature On or Off. The default
setting is Off
● Sleep Now—immediately sets the monitor to enter sleep
mode
OSD Control Adjusts the position of the OSD menu on the screen.
Horizontal OSD PositionChanges the viewing position of t
he OSD menu to the left or right
area of the screen. The factory default range is 50.
Vertical OSD PositionChanges the viewing position of the OSD menu to the top or
bottom area of the screen. The factory default range is 50.
OSD TransparencyAdjust to view the background information through the OSD.
OSD TimeoutSets the time duration in seconds that the OSD is visible after the
last button is pressed. The factory default is 30 seconds.
 OSD RotationSelect landscape or portrait orientation.
Video Input
Control (LP2275w
Model)Controls the video input signal for the monitor.
 Switch Video InputSelects the video input signal (DVI -I-1 Digital, DVI-I-1 Analog, or
DisplayPort). Default  is DVI-I-1 Digital.
 Auto-Switch InputTurns the systems automatic video signal input to on or off. The
factory default is On.
 Default Video InputSelects the default or primary vi deo input signal (DVI-I-1 Digital,
DVI-I-1 Analog, or DisplayPort) when the monitor is connected to
two active and valid video sources.
Video Input
Control (LP2475w
Model)Controls the video input signal for the monitor.
 Default Video InputForces one of the following as t he default or primary video input
signal: DVI-I-1 Digital,  DVI-I-1 Analog, DVI-I- 2 Digital, or DVI-I-2
Analog, DisplayPort, HDMI, S-Video. Composite, Component, or
Auto-Detect. The factory default is Auto-Detect
NOTE: The Default Video Input must be set to Auto-Detect to
activate functionality of the Video Input Detect Mode and Input
Switch Mode menu items.
  Video Input Detect Mode NOTE:The Default Video Input must be set to Auto-Detect to
activate functionality of the Video Input Detect Mode.
Controls the operation of the front panel Scan button. Set to:
● Automatic Input Scan—pressing the Scan button
automatically scans through all 
video inputs for valid signals
● Manual Input Scan—pressing the Scan button scans the
video inputs one at a time for valid signals
Table 4-3
  OSD Menu (continued)
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IconMain MenuSubmenuDescription
The factory default is Automatic Input Scan
 Input Switch ModeNOTE:The Default Video Input must be set to Auto-Detect to
activate functionality of the Input Switch Mode.
Controls the monitor action  when the current video input is
removed or enters the power savings mode. Set to:
● Input Auto-Switching OFF—the monitor takes no action
when the displayed input is removed or enters the power
savings mode
● Input Auto-Switching ON—the monitor automatically seeks
and displays an active input when the currently displayed
video input is removed or enters the power mode
The factory default is Off.
 PIP/POP SelectSelects the type of secon dary window. The choices are:
● PIP - Picture In Picture—secondary window is displayed as
a small window within the primary window
● POP - Picture Outside Picture—secondary window is
displayed side by side with the primary window
 PIP/POP SourceSelects the input source for the PIP/POP window. The choices
are Composite Video, S-Video, and Component Video.
NOTE:
All inputs are supported for the main window. however
only Composite, S-Video, and Component inputs are supported
for the secondary window.
 PIP SizeSelects the size of the PIP window. The choices are Small,
Medium, and Large.
 PIP PositionSelects the position of the PIP window on the screen. The choices
are Top Left, Top Right, Bottom Right, and Bottom Left.
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.
VersionReports the firmware version of the monitor.
Backlight HoursReports the total hours of backlight operation.
Factory ResetReturns all OSD menu settings and DDC/CI controls to the factory
default settings, except the Language.
Exit Exits the OSD menu screen.
Table 4-3   OSD Menu (continued)
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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 adjustab le for digital inputs.
The Clock must first be set correctly since the Clo ck Phase settings are dependent on the main Clock
setting. Use these controls only when the auto-adj ustment 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 mini mize video distortion or video jitter.
NOTE:When using the controls, you w ill 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.
Using the HP Displa y Assistant Utility
HP Display Assistant, included on  the software and documentation CD, is a soft ware utility that guides
you through the tuning process with easy to underst and 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 settin
gs for a single user based on content and ambient lighting.
● Asset Management and Powe
r Management capabilities that incl ude 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, wh ich takes you through a step-by-step process to accurately calibrate
the monitor. This method relies on a sequence of step s that will obtain the best display results when
completed.
NOTE: Refer to the HP Display Assistant user guide  for additional information about the software.
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Identifying Monitor Conditions
Special messages will appear on the monitor screen when identifying the following monitor conditions:
● Input Signal Out of Range—Change resolution setting to 1680 × 1050 – 60Hz
—Indicates the
monitor does not support the input signal because  the resolution and/or refresh rate are set higher
than the monitor supports (LP2275w Model).
● Input Signal Out of Range—Change resolution setting to 1920 × 1200 – 60Hz
—Indicates the
monitor does not support the input signal because  the resolution and/or refresh rate are set higher
than the monitor supports (LP2475w Model).
● No Input 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.
● Multiple Inputs are Active
—Use the OSD to select the desired video input —Indicates the
monitor is connected to two video inputs. The monitor is trying to display both inputs, but after 10
seconds the monitor uses the default signal input.
● Auto Adjustment is 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 pr operly connected to the computer.
● 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 seco nds to lock the OSD.
● Power Button Lockout
—Indicates the power button is lock ed. 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.
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
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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.
5. Press the  Menu button once to enter the adjustment mode for hours.
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, av ailable 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 Disp lay 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:
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Table 4-4  HP Display LiteSaver Configuration Options
Select This OptionTo Do This
Enable Display LiteSaverEnables the HP Display Lite Saver 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 OnSets the time when the monitor automatically turns on. This does not affect screen
saver operation, which has priority over the HP Display LiteSaver.
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 reac hed. 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, regardl ess of keyboard or mouse activity.
Show 1 minute Display Off NoticeDisplays a popup message in the system tr ay 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 th e sRGB support, you will need to change the mo nitor’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.
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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.
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 th e 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 the Add button.
8. Select the RGB Color Space Prof ile.icm file, then click the OK button.
9. To activate a color profile for th e 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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