User Guide 1506, 1706 and1906 LCD Monitors Document Part Number: 389521-002 October 2005 This guide provides information on setting up the monitor, installing drivers, using the on-screen display menu, troubleshooting and technical specifications.
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Contents 1 Product Features 2 Safety and Maintenance Guidelines Important Safety Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Maintenance Guidelines. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cleaning the Monitor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Shipping the Monitor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–1 2–2 2–3 2–3 3 Setting Up the Monitor Installing the Monitor Pedestal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Connecting the Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents Optimizing Digital Conversion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–9 Identifying Monitor Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–10 Sleep Timer Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–10 HP Display LiteSaver (Available with Select Models) . 4–12 Installing the HP Display LiteSaver Software. . . . . 4–12 sRGB Support (Available with Select Models) . . . . . . . 4–14 Changing the Color Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents Korean Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ENERGY STAR Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Power Cord Set Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Japanese Power Cord Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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1 Product Features The flat panel display has an active matrix, thin-film transistor (TFT), liquid crystal display (LCD). The monitor features include: 1506 Model ■� 15-inch (38.1 cm) viewable area display. ■� 1024 x 768 resolution, plus full-screen support for lower resolutions. ■� Wide viewing angle to allow viewing from a sitting or standing position, or moving side-to-side. ■� Tilt adjustment capabilities. ■� Removable pedestal and VESA 75mm mounting holes for flexible mounting solutions.
Product Features ■ Compliant with the following regulated specifications: ❏� EPA ENERGY STAR ❏� European Union CE Directives ❏� Swedish MPR II 1990 ❏� Swedish TCO 1706 Model ■� 17-inch (43.18 cm) viewable area display. ■� 1280 × 1024 native resolution, plus full-screen support for lower resolutions. ■� Wide viewing angle to allow viewing from a sitting or standing position, or moving side-to-side. ■� Tilt adjustment capabilities.
Product Features ❏� European Union CE Directives ❏� Swedish MPR II 1990 ❏� Swedish TCO 1906 Model ■� 19-inch (48.3 cm) viewable area display. ■� 1280 x 1024 native resolution, plus full-screen support for lower resolutions. ■� Wide viewing angle to allow viewing from a sitting or standing position, or moving side-to-side. ■� Tilt adjustment capabilities. ■� Removable pedestal and VESA 100mm mounting holes for flexible mounting solutions. ■� Plug and play capability if supported by your system.
Product Features ■ 1–4 Compliant with the following regulated specifications: ❏ EPA ENERGY STAR ❏ European Union CE Directives ❏ Swedish MPR II 1990 ❏ Swedish TCO User Guide
2 Safety and Maintenance Guidelines Important Safety Information A power cord is included with your 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 your monitor, refer to the “Power Cord Set Requirements” section in Appendix C. Å WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to your equipment, do not disable the power cord grounding feature.
Safety and Maintenance Guidelines Ä CAUTION: For the protection of your monitor, as well as your computer, connect all power cords for your 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.
Safety and Maintenance Guidelines ■� 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 your 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 your monitor in a well-ventilated area, away from excessive light, heat or moisture.
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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 steps below. Installing the Monitor Pedestal To install the monitor pedestal: 1. Place the pedestal plate on your desktop or table and check to be sure the arrow on the underside of the plate is facing forward.
Setting Up the Monitor 2. Using both hands, position the monitor over the pedestal base and press down firmly to lock the pedestal base in place. When the base locks, it will make a clicking sound. Make sure the pedestal base is securely locked before continuing with the setup.
Setting Up the Monitor Connecting the Monitor 1. Place the monitor in a convenient, well-ventilated location near your computer. 2. Connect the monitor signal cable on the back of the monitor to the video connector on the rear panel of the computer. Å WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to your equipment: ■� Do not disable the power cord grounding plug. The grounding plug is an important safety feature.
Setting Up the Monitor 3. Connect one end of the power cable to the back of the monitor, and the other end to an electrical wall outlet.
Setting Up the Monitor 4. Adjust the monitor as needed for your comfort using the monitor’s tilt adjustment capability. Tilting the Monitor 5. Press the power switch to turn on the monitor. Ä 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 your 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.
Setting Up the Monitor Removing the Monitor Base You can remove the monitor base to mount the monitor on a wall, a swing arm, or other mounting fixture. Read the Caution and Warning statements below before beginning the procedure. Ä CAUTION: Before beginning to disassemble the monitor, be sure the monitor is turned off and the power and signal cables are both disconnected. If your monitor has a connected audio cable, disconnect it.
Setting Up the Monitor 3. Remove the three screws 2 as shown in the following illustration. Removing the Monitor Base Ä CAUTION: Ensure that the bottom of the monitor base is positioned over a table or desktop before removing the base from the monitor. 4. Remove the monitor base 3 from the monitor. Mounting the Monitor 1. Remove the monitor base. Refer to “Removing the Monitor Base” steps in the previous section.
Setting Up the Monitor Ä 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 screws should 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.
4 Operating the Monitor Software and Utilities The monitor includes a CD that contains two files you can install on your computer: ■ an .INF (Information) file ■ an .ICM (Image Color Matching) file Adobe Reader is supplied on this CD and can be installed from the menu. monitor does not include a CD, the .INF and .ICM files can ✎ Ifbethedownloaded from the HP monitors support Web site. See “Downloading from the Worldwide Web” in this chapter. The Information File The .
Operating the Monitor 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. The .ICM file contains a monitor color system profile. This file is activated from within graphics programs that support this feature. ICM color profile is written in accordance with the ✎ The International Color Consortium (ICC) Profile Format specification.
Operating the Monitor 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 your country region. 2. Follow the links for your monitor to the support page and download page. 3. Ensure your system meets the requirements. 4. Download the software by following the instructions.
Operating the Monitor Front Panel Controls ‘ Control 1 Menu 2 – (Minus button) Function Opens, selects or exits the OSD menu. • Navigates backward through the OSD menu and decreases adjustment levels. • If the OSD menu is inactive, activates the auto adjustment feature to optimize the screen image. 3 + (Plus button) Navigates forward through the OSD menu and increases adjustment levels. 4 Power LED Fully powered = Green. Sleep mode = Amber. Sleep Timer mode = Flashing Amber.
Operating the Monitor Adjusting Monitor Settings 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 switch 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.
Operating the Monitor 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. the buttons remain untouched for 10 seconds while displaying a ✎ Ifmenu, new adjustments will be discarded and the settings will revert to previous settings and exit the menu. Using the On-Screen Display There are two On-Screen Display menus available; one for basic adjustments, and one for advanced adjustments.
Operating the Monitor The Advanced OSD Menu has up to three sublevels and can be viewed in one of six available languages.
Operating the Monitor Advanced OSD Menu Levels (Continued) Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Factory Preset Mode Display On / Off Selection N Power-On Status Display On / Off Selection N Sleep Timer Timer Set Menu N Serial Number Displays monitor serial number Basic Menu Cancel Save and Return OSD Control Horizontal Position Adjustment Scale N Vertical Position Adjustment Scale N OSD Timeout Adjustment Scale N Cancel Save and Return Information Factory Reset Yes No Exit Adjusting Screen Quali
Operating the Monitor For more precise adjustments, run the Adjustment Pattern provided on the CD and use the Clock and Clock Phase controls (accessible from the OSD menu) as described in the following section. Optimizing Digital Conversion This monitor contains advanced circuitry that allows the flat panel screen to function like a standard monitor. Two controls in the on-screen display can be adjusted to improve image performance: Clock and Clock Phase.
Operating the Monitor Identifying Monitor Conditions Special messages will appear on the monitor screen when identifying the following monitor conditions: ■� Input Signal Out of Range— Indicates the monitor does not support the input signal because the resolution and/or refresh rate are set higher than the monitor supports. For 15” monitors, set the resolution and refresh rate to 1024 x 768 at 60 Hz. For 17” and 19” monitors, set the resolution and refresh rate for 1280 x 1024 at 60 Hz.
Operating the Monitor ■ 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 Advanced 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. must set the current local time before you reset the time for ✎ You Sleep Time or On Time. Note that the time is displayed in a 24 hour clock format. For example, 1:15 p.m.
Operating the Monitor 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 (Available with Select Models) HP Display LiteSaver is a software application, available on the CD, that increases monitor life and saves energy.
Operating the Monitor 4. Select the following options to configure the HP Display LiteSaver features: Configure Options Function Enable Display LiteSaver Enables the HP Display LiteSaver functions; deselect to disable the HP Display LiteSaver. Display Off Sets the time when the monitor automatically turn 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.
Operating the Monitor Configure Options Function OK Stores the current settings and minimizes HP Display LiteSaver to the System Tray. Cancel Restores the previous settings and minimizes HP Display LiteSaver to the System Tray. HP Display LiteSaver will continue to run. Help Opens 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.
Operating the Monitor 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 Advanced Menu to access all options in the Main Menu. 3. Select Color to display the Color Temperature menu. 4. Select sRGB. 5. Select Save and Return to exit the menu.
Operating the Monitor 5. To activate a color profile for your 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.
A Troubleshooting Solving Common Problems The following table lists possible problems, the possible cause of each problem, and the recommended solutions. Problem Possible Cause Solution Screen is blank. Power cord is disconnected. Connect the power cord. Power switch on front panel of the monitor is turned off. Press the front panel power button. Master power switch on rear panel of the monitor is turned Off. Turn the master power switch to On. Video cable is improperly connected.
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Solution Image appears blurred, indistinct, or too dark. Brightness and contrast are too low. Press the Auto Adjust button on the front panel. If this does not correct the image, press the Menu button to open the Basic OSD Menu, and adjust the brightness and contrast scales as needed. Image is not centered. Position may need adjustment. Press the Menu button to access the OSD menu.
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Solution “Out of Range. Set Monitor to 1280 x 1024 @ 60Hz” is displayed on screen. Video resolution and/or refresh rate are set higher than what your monitor supports. Restart your computer and enter Safe Mode. Change your settings to a supported setting (see “Factory Preset Display Modes” table in Appendix B). Restart your computer so that the new settings take effect.
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Solution The HP Display LiteSaver may not be compatible with your 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 your 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.
Troubleshooting 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.
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B Technical Specifications performance specifications are provided by the component ✎ All manufacturers. Performance specifications represent the highest specification of all HP’s component manufacturers’ typical level specifications for performance and actual performance may vary either higher or lower. 1506 Flat Panel Monitor Display Type 15.0 inches TFT LCD 38.1 cm Viewable Image Size 15.0-inch diagonal 38.1 cm Tilt --5 to 30o Maximum Weight (Unpacked) 7.0 lbs. 3.
Technical Specifications 1506 Flat Panel Monitor (Continued) Vertical Refresh Rate 50 to 76 Hz Environmental Requirements Temperature: Operating Temperature Non-operating Temperature 41 to 95o F -4 to 140o F Relative Humidity 20 to 80% Power Source 100 – 240 VAC, 50 – 60 Hz Altitude: Operating Non-operating 0 to 12,000 feet 0 to 40,000 feet Power Consumption <23 watts typical Input Terminal 15-pin D-type connector with cable included. B–2 5 to 35o C --20 to +60o C 0 to 3657.
Technical Specifications 1706 Flat Panel Monitor Display Type 17.0 inches TFT LCD 43.18 cm Viewable Image Size 17.0-inch diagonal 43.18 cm Tilt --5 to 30o Maximum Weight (Unpacked) 10.1 lbs. 4.60 kg (unpacked) Dimensions (include pedestal) Height Depth Width 15.6 inches 8.0 inches 14.8 inches Maximum Graphic Resolution 1280 x 1024 (60 Hz) Text Mode 720 x 400 Dot Pitch 0.264 (H) x 0.
Technical Specifications 1706 Flat Panel Monitor (Continued) Power Consumption <37 watts typical Input Terminal 15-pin D-type connector with cable included.
Technical Specifications 1906 Flat Panel Monitor Display Type 19.0 inches TFT LCD 48.3 cm Viewable Image Size 19.0-inch diagonal 48.3 cm Tilt --5 to 30o Maximum Weight (Unpacked) 11.7 lbs. 5.30 kg (unpacked) Dimensions (includes pedestal) Height Depth Width 16.8 inches 8.0 inches 16.6 inches Maximum Graphic Resolution 1280 x 1024 (60Hz) Text Mode 720 x 400 Dot Pitch 0.294 (H) x 0.
Technical Specifications 1906 Flat Panel Monitor (Continued) Power Consumption <37 watts Input Terminals 15-pin D-type connector with cable included. Recognizing Preset Display Resolutions The display resolutions listed below are the most commonly used modes and are set as factory defaults. This monitor automatically recognizes these preset modes and they will appear properly sized and centered on the screen.
Technical Specifications Factory Preset Display Modes (Continued) Preset Pixel Format Horz Freq (kHz) Vert Freq (Hz) 13 1152 x 900 71.7 76.1 14 1280 x 1024 64.0 60.0 15 1280 x 1024 80.0 75.0 * Modes 12, 13, 14, and 15 apply to 1706 and 1906 models only Entering User Modes The video controller signal may occasionally call for a mode that is not preset if: ■ You are not using a standard graphics adapter. ■ You are not using a preset mode.
Technical Specifications blanked, the backlight is turned off, and the Power light is turned amber. When the monitor is in the reduced power state, the monitor will utilize less than 2 watts of power. There is a brief warm up period before the monitor will return to its normal operating mode. Refer to your computer manual for instructions on setting energy saver features (sometimes called power management features).
C Agency Regulatory Notices Federal Communications Commission Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Agency Regulatory Notices Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Hewlett Packard Company may void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Cables Connections to this device must be made with shielded cables with metallic RFI/EMI connector hoods to maintain compliance with FCC Rules and Regulations.
Agency Regulatory Notices To identify this product, refer to the Part, Series, or Model number found on the product. Materials disposal This HP product contains the following materials that might require special handling at end-of-life: ■ Mercury in the fluorescent lamp in the display LCD. ■ Lead in the solder and some component leads. Disposal of this material can be regulated because of environmental considerations.
Agency Regulatory Notices Compliance with these directives implies conformity to applicable harmonized European standards (European Norms) which are listed on the EU Declaration of Conformity issued by Hewlett-Packard for this product or product family.
Agency Regulatory Notices Japanese Notice Korean Notice ENERGY STAR Compliance Monitors that are marked with the ENERGY STAR Logo meet the requirements of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) ENERGY STAR program. As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Hewlett Packard Company has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. Specific details on using the Energy Saving features can be found in the energy saver or power management section of the computer manual.
Agency Regulatory Notices The power cord set (flexible cord or wall plug) received with the monitor meets the requirements for use in the country where you purchased the equipment. If you need to obtain a power cord for a different country, you should purchase a power cord that is approved for use in that country. The power cord must be rated for the product and for the voltage and current marked on the product's electrical ratings label.
D LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy The TFT monitor uses high-precision technology, manufactured according to HP standards, to guarantee trouble-free performance. Nevertheless, the display may have cosmetic imperfections that appear as small bright or dark spots. This is common to all LCD displays used in products supplied by all vendors and is not specific to the HP LCD. These imperfections are caused by one or more defective pixels or sub-pixels.
LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy To locate defective pixels, the monitor should be viewed under normal operating conditions, in normal operating mode at a supported resolution and refresh rate, from a distance of approximately 50 cm (16 in.). HP expects that, over time, the industry will continue to improve its ability to produce LCDs with fewer cosmetic imperfections and HP will adjust guidelines as improvements are made.