User Guide HP L717g 17” and HP L919g 19” Flat Panel Monitors Document Part Number: 395552-001 May 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 Stand Base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–1 Removing the Stand Base . . . . . . . .
Contents Selecting and Adjusting OSD Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–9 Optimizing Digital Conversion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–12 Identifying Monitor Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–12 HP Display LiteSaver. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–13 Installing the HP Display LiteSaver Software. . . . . 4–13 A Troubleshooting Solving Common Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A–1 Using the Worldwide Web. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents Disposal of Waste Equipment by Users in Private Household in the European Union . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C–4 ENERGY STAR Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C–4 Power Cord Set 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: L717g Model ■ 17-inch (43.27 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 and swivel adjustment capabilities.
Product Features ■ Compliant with the EPA ENERGY STAR regulated specification. L919g Model 1–2 ■ 19-inch (48.19 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 and swivel adjustment capabilities. ■ Removable stand base and VESA 100mm mounting holes for flexible mounting solutions.
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 Stand Base 1. Place the monitor with its front facing downward on a cushion or soft cloth. not install the stand base if the monitor will be used on a wall, ✎ Do swing arm, or other mounting fixture; instead see the section on “Mounting the Monitor” in this chapter.
Setting Up the Monitor 2. Align the hooks on the stand base with the matching slots in the base of the monitor 3. Insert the hooks into the slots. Inserting the Monitor into the Stand Base Removing the Stand Base 1. Place the monitor with it front facing downward on a cushion or soft cloth. Ä CAUTION: Do not remove the stand base from the monitor while the monitor is in the upright position. Lay the front bezel down on a soft area to prevent it from getting scratched, defaced, or broken. 2.
Setting Up the Monitor Removing the Stand Base From the Monitor Ä CAUTION: Atter the stand base is connected, try not to disconnect it. Do not carry the product upside down holding only the base. The product may fall and get damaged or cause injury to your feet. Selecting the Signal Connectors and Cables There are two signal input connectors available on the monitor: ■ VGA connector ■ DVI-D connector The monitor will automatically determine which inputs have valid video signals.
Setting Up the Monitor Connecting the Monitor 1. Place the monitor in a convenient, well-ventilated location near your computer. 2. Connect the signal cable 1. When attached, tighten the thumbscrews to secure the connection. a. For analog operation, connect one end of the VGA signal cable to the VGA connector on the monitor and the other end to the VGA connector on the computer. This cable is provided with the monitor. b. For digital operation, use the DVI-D signal cable.
Setting Up the Monitor 3. Connect the power cable 2 to back of the monitor, and the other end to an electrical wall outlet that is easily accessible and close to the monitor. 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. ■ Plug the power cord into a grounded (earthed) electrical outlet that is easily accessible at all times.
Setting Up the Monitor Connecting the Signal and Power Cables (The rear view of your computer and monitor may differ from the view shown in this illustration.
Setting Up the Monitor 4. Adjust the monitor as needed for your comfort using the monitor’s tilt and swivel adjustment capabilities. is recommended that in order to maintain an ergonomic and ✎ Itcomfortable viewing position, the forward tilt angle of the monitor should not exceed 5 degrees. Tilting the Monitor Swiveling the Monitor 5. Press the power button on the front of the panel to turn on the monitor.
Setting Up the Monitor Self Image Setting Function provides you with optimal ✎ The display settings. When the monitor is connected for the first time, this function automatically adjusts the display to optimal settings for individual input signals. If you want to adjust the monitor while in use, or want to manually run this function once again, press the Auto/Set button on the front panel of the monitor. Otherwise, you may enable the Factory Reset option on the On-Screen Display (OSD) adjustment menu.
Setting Up the Monitor Mounting the Monitor The monitor panel can be mounted on a wall, a swing arm, or other mounting fixture. 1. If the stand base is attached, follow the procedure in “Removing the Stand Base” at the beginning of this chapter. 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 Installing the VESA Mounting Assembly and Kensington Lock 2. Mount the monitor to a swing arm or other mounting fixture by following the instructions included with the mounting fixture to be used. 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 your monitor model. The rating label is located on the rear panel to the left side of the VESA mounting holes.
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 Acrobat 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 work through separate BNC type connectors or through distribution buffers/boxes. You may need to install the .INF file if these conditions are not met. The Image Color Matching File The .ICM file provides accurate color representation. 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.
Operating the Monitor 6. Ensure that the proper resolution and refresh rates appear in the Windows Display control panel. may need to install the digitally signed monitor .INF and ✎ You .ICM files manually from the CD in the event of an installation error. Refer to the INF and ICM 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 your country region. 2.
Operating the Monitor Front Panel Controls ‘ Control 1 Function Menu Enters or exits the OSD menu. OSD Locked/Unlocked The menu button also allows you to lock the current control settings so that they cannot not be inadvertently changed. Press and hold the menu button for 5 seconds. The message OSD LOCKED will appear. You can unlock the OSD controls at any time by pressing the Menu button for 5 seconds. The message OSD UNLOCKED will appear.
Operating the Monitor Control - /Lightview Function The Lightview hot key lets you select DAY TEXT or NIGHT TEXT for the best desired image condition optimized to the environment (such as ambient illumination and image types). When the OSD is off, press the - button to select the day or night text. • Day: bright ambient illumination • Night: dark ambient illumination • Text: for text images (word processing, etc.
Operating the Monitor Adjusting the Screen Image Use the On-Screen Display (OSD) to adjust the screen image, position and operating parameters of the monitor based on your viewing preferences. To make screen adjustments in the OSD: 1. If the monitor is not already on, press the Power button to turn on the monitor. Allow the monitor to stabilize for at least 30 minutes before making image adjustments. 2. Press the Menu button, then the main menu of the OSD appears. 3.
Operating the Monitor Main Menu Color Position Tracking Setup Sub Menu Preset Reference x • 6500K x • 9300K x Red x Green x Blue x Horizontal x Vertical x Clock x Phase x Language x OSD Position x • Horizontal x • Vertical x White Balance x Power Indicator x Factory Reset x Customizes the color of the screen. Adjusts the position of the screen. Improves the clarity and stability of the screen. Customizes the screen status for your operating environment.
Operating the Monitor The OSD menu system uses icons, icon names and icon descriptions to help you select and adjust an item. View the following example of an OSD menu screen to become familiar with the selections.
Operating the Monitor Selecting and Adjusting OSD Menus Press the Menu button to access the OSD main menu. The following table lists the menu selections and their functions. Main Menu Sub menu Description Picture Brightness Contrast Gamma Phase • Menu: Exit • - : Decrease To adjust the brightness of the screen To adjust the contrast of the screen. Set your own gamma value: -50/0/50. On the monitor, high gamma values display whitish images and low gamma values display high contrast images.
Operating the Monitor Main Menu Sub menu Description Position Horizontal Vertical To move the image left and right. To move the image up and down. • Menu: Exit • - : Decrease • +: Increase • Set: Select another sub-menu Tracking • Menu: Exit • - : Decrease • +: Increase Clock To minimize any vertical bars or strips visible on the screen background. The horizontal screen image will also change. Phase To adjust the focus of the display.
Operating the Monitor Main Menu Sub menu Description Setup • Menu: Exit • - : Decrease • +: Increase • Set: Select another sub-menu Language To choose the language in which the control names are displayed. OSD Position To adjust position of the OSD window on the screen. White Balance If the output of the video card is different than the required specifications, the color level may deteriorate due to video signal distortion.
Operating the Monitor 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 Phase. Use these controls only when the auto-adjust function does not provide a satisfactory image. Clock must first be set correctly since the Phase settings are ✎ The dependent on the main Clock setting.
Operating the Monitor ■ Check Signal Cable— Indicates the signal cable is not properly connected to the computer. ■ OSD Locked—The OSD can be enabled or disabled by pressing and holding the Menu button on the front panel for 5 seconds. If the OSD is locked, the warning message OSD LOCKED displays for ten seconds. ■ ❏ If the OSD is locked, press and hold the Menu button for 5 seconds to unlock the OSD. ❏ If the OSD is unlocked, press and hold the Menu button for 5 seconds to lock the OSD.
Operating the Monitor 4. Select the following options to configure the HP Display LiteSaver features: Configure Options 4–14 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.
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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. 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. Video cable is improperly connected. Connect the video cable properly. Refer to Chapter 3, Setting Up the Monitor, for more information.
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Solution Image is not centered. Position may need adjustment. Press the Menu button to access the OSD menu. Select Position/ Horizontal or Vertical to adjust the horizontal or vertical position of the image. Display position is incorrect. Press the Auto/Set button to automatically adjust the screen image to the ideal setting. If results are unsatisfactory, adjust the image position using the Horizontal and Vertical position icon on the screen display.
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Solution “OSD LOCKED” is displayed on screen OSD controls are secured. Unlock the OSD controls at any time by pressing the Menu button for 5 seconds: the message OSD UNLOCKED will appear. “Out of Range” 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.
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. L717g Flat Panel Monitor L717g Specifications Display 17.0 inches 43.2 cm Flat Panel Active matrix -TFT LCD Anti-Glare coating 17 inches viewable 0.
Technical Specifications L717g Specifications (Continued) Video Input Signal Input Input form Resolution Max 15 pin D-Sub Connector or 24-pin DVI-D Connector RGB Analog (0.7Vp-p/75 ohm) Recommended D-sub Analog: VESA 1280 x 1024 @75Hz DVI-D Digital: VESA 1280 x 1024 @60Hz VESA 1280 x 1024 @ 60Hz Plug & Play DDC 2B Power Consumption On Mode Sleep Mode Off Mode 43 W <1 W <1 W Dimensions and Weight (with tilt/swivel stand) Width Height Depth Maximum Weight (Unpacked) 14.49 inches 15.31 inches 9.
Technical Specifications L717g Specifications (Continued) Environmental Conditions Operating Conditions Temperature Humidity Storage Conditions Temperature Humidity Power Cord User Guide 10o C to 35o C 10% to 80% non-condensing -20o C to 60o C 5% to 95% non-condensing Wall outlet type or PC outlet type B–3
Technical Specifications L919g Flat Panel Monitor L919g Specifications Display 19.0 inches 48.18 cm Flat Panel Active matrix -TFT LCD Anti-Glare coating 19 inches viewable 0.294mm pixel pitch Sync input Horizontal Frequency Vertical Frequency Input Form Video Input Signal Input Input form Resolution Max Analog 30 - 83kHz (automatic) Digital 30 - 71kHz 56 - 75Hz (automatic) Separate TTL, Positive/Negative SOG (Sync On Green) 15 pin D-Sub Connector or 24-pin DVI-D Connector RGB Analog (0.
Technical Specifications L919g Specifications (Continued) Dimensions and Weight (with tilt/swivel stand) Width Height Depth Maximum Weight (Unpacked) 16.26 inches 16.57 inches 9.07 inches 12.57 lbs. Tilt/Swivel Range Tilt Swivel -5o ~ 20o 350o Input Power AC 100-240V~ 50/60Hz 1.0A Environmental Conditions Operating Conditions Temperature Humidity Storage Conditions Temperature Humidity Power Cord User Guide 413 mm 421 mm 230.4 mm 5.
Technical Specifications 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. Factory Preset Display Modes B–6 Preset Pixel Format Horz Freq (kHz) Vert Freq (Hz) 1 640 x 350 31.469 70 2 720 x 400 31.468 70 3 640 x 480 31.469 60 4 640 x 480 37.500 75 5 800 x 600 37.
Technical Specifications 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. If this occurs, you may need to readjust the parameters of the monitor screen by using the on-screen display. Your changes can be made to any or all of these modes and saved in memory. The monitor automatically stores the new setting, then recognizes the new mode just as it does a preset mode.
Technical Specifications By selecting settings in the monitor’s Energy Saver utility, you can also program the monitor to enter into the reduced power state at a predetermined time. When the monitor’s Energy Saver utility causes the monitor to enter the reduced power state, the Power light turns amber.
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 Disposal of Waste Equipment by Users in Private Household in the European Union This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product must not be disposed of with your other household waste. Instead, it is your responsibility to dispose of your waste equipment by handing it over to a designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment.
Agency Regulatory Notices Power Cord Set Requirements The monitor power supply is provided with Automatic Line Switching (ALS). This feature allows the monitor to operate on input voltages between 100-120V or 200-240V. 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.
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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.
