HP L1530 - LCD Flat Panel Monitor User Manual

HP L1530 - LCD Flat Panel Monitor User Manual

User's guide l1530 and l1730 flat panel monitors
User's Guide
L1530 and L1730 Flat Panel Monitors
Document Part Number: 335576-B21
July 2003
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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  • Page 1 User’s Guide L1530 and L1730 Flat Panel Monitors Document Part Number: 335576-B21 July 2003 This guide provides information on setting up the monitor, installing drivers, using the on-screen display menu, troubleshooting and technical specifications.
  • Page 2 © 2003 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. HP, Hewlett Packard, and the Hewlett-Packard logo are trademarks of Hewlett-Packard Company in the U.S. and other countries. Adobe, Acrobat, and Acrobat Reader are trademarks or registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated. All other product names mentioned herein may be trademarks of their respective companies.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents 1 Product Features 2 Safety and Maintenance Guidelines Important Safety Information ........... 2–1 Maintenance Guidelines ........... 2–2 Cleaning the Monitor ..........2–4 Shipping the Monitor ..........2–4 3 Setting Up the Monitor Connecting the Monitor............ 3–1 Adjusting the Monitor ............3–4 Changing the Viewing Position........
  • Page 4 Contents A Troubleshooting Solving Common Problems..........A–1 Using the Worldwide Web ..........A–3 Preparing to call Technical Support ........ A–3 B Technical Specifications Entering User Modes ..........B–4 Energy Saver Feature..........B–5 C Agency Regulatory Notices Federal Communications Commission Notice ....C–1 Modifications ............
  • Page 5: Product Features

    Product Features The Flat Panel Display has an active matrix, thin-film transistor (TFT), liquid crystal display (LCD). The monitor features include: L1530 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.
  • Page 6 Product Features AssetControl. Speakers on the front panel. Compliant with the following regulated specifications: EPA ENERGY STAR Europeam Union CD Directives Swedish MPR II 1990 Swedish TCO Display Requirements L1730 Model 17-inch (43.18 cm) viewable area display. 1280 x 1024 native resolution, plus full-screen support for lower resolutions.
  • Page 7 Product Features Compliant with the following regulated specifications: EPA ENERGY STAR Europeam Union CD Directives Swedish MPR II 1990 Swedish TCO Display Requirements User’s Guide...
  • Page 8: Safety And Maintenance Guidelines

    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”...
  • Page 9: Maintenance Guidelines

    Safety and Maintenance Guidelines 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;...
  • Page 10 Safety and Maintenance Guidelines Unplug your monitor from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosal cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. If the screen requires additional cleaning, use an antistatic screen cleaner. CAUTION: Do not use benzene, thinner, ammonia, or any other volatile substances to clean your monitor or the screen.
  • Page 11: Cleaning The Monitor

    Safety and Maintenance Guidelines Cleaning the Monitor To clean the monitor, follow these steps: 1. Turn off the monitor and the computer. 2. Dust the monitor by wiping the screen and the cabinet with a soft, clean cloth. If the screen requires additional cleaning, use a clean cloth dampened with isopropyl alcohol.
  • Page 12: Setting Up The Monitor

    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. Connecting the Monitor The monitor has two video signal connectors on the rear panel: one analog (VGA) and one digital (DVI-D).
  • Page 13 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. WARNING: To reduce the risk of electical shock or damage to your equipment: Do not disable the cord grounding plug.
  • Page 14 Setting Up the Monitor Connecting the DVI-D Signal Cable 4. Turn on the power source for both the computer and the monitor. 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.
  • Page 15: Adjusting The Monitor

    Setting Up the Monitor Adjusting the Monitor The monitor is attached to an adjustable pedestal that allows you to position the monitor screen for the best viewing in your particular environment. 1. Grasp the sides of the monitor screen and gently but firmly tilt the top of the screen foward or backward as needed for your comfort.
  • Page 16: Changing The Viewing Position

    Setting Up the Monitor 2. While still holding the screen sides, move the screen up or down to the appropriate height within the range of the pedestal arm. Adjusting the Monitor Height 3. Grasp the sides of the monitor screen and swivel the screen left or right (45 degrees) as needed.
  • Page 17 Setting Up the Monitor 1. Tilt the lower part of the monitor upwards. 2. Rotate the monitor clockwise until the monitor controls are on the left side. 3. Firmly push the lower part of the monitor downwards to secure it to the new position. Rotating the Monitor Screen User’s Guide...
  • Page 18: Removing The Monitor Base

    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. CAUTION: Before beginning to disassemble the monitor, be sure the monitor is turned off and the power and signal cables are both disconnected.
  • Page 19 Setting Up the Monitor 2. Remove the four screws as shown in the following illustration. Removing the Monitor Base CAUTION: Ensure that the bottom of the monitor base is positioned over a table or desktop before removing the base from the monitor. 3.
  • Page 20: Mounting The Monitor

    Setting Up the Monitor Mounting the Monitor 1. Remove the monitor base. Refer to “Removing the Monitor Base” steps in the previous section. After the base is removed from the monitor, four threaded mounting holes are exposed on the monitor back panel to be used for mounting purposes.
  • Page 21: Operating The Monitor

    Operating the Monitor Installing the Information Files The CD-ROM included with this monitor contains two information files to be installed onto your computer; an .INF file and an .ICM file. The .INF file defines monitor resources and provides specifications used by most operating systems to install support software for certain hardware devices.
  • Page 22: Front Panel Components

    Operating the Monitor Front Panel Components L1530 and L1730 Monitor Components Control Function Speakers Audio feature for music, alarms, etc. (multimedia models only) Menu button Launches the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu and selects functions. • When OSD is inactive, press to auto-adjust Minus button) the screen image.
  • Page 23: Adjusting Monitor Settings

    Operating the Monitor Control Function When the OSD is active, press to navigate through Plus button) the OSD and adjust OSD scale settings. When the OSD is inactive, press to select VGA or DVI input. Power LED Fully powered = Green. Sleep mode = Amber. Sleep Timer mode = Flashing Amber.
  • Page 24: Using The On-Screen Display

    Operating the Monitor 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.
  • Page 25 Operating the Monitor Basic OSD Menu Levels Menu Level 1 Menu Level 2 Advanced Menu Exit To access the Advanced OSD Menu, press the menu button again, or select Advanced Menu from the Basic OSD Menu. After selecting the Advanced Menu from the Basic Menu, the Advanced Menu remains the default OSD on subsequent power- ups of the monitor until the Basic Menu is selected or Factory Reset is applied.
  • Page 26 Operating the Monitor Advanced OSD Menu Levels (Continued) Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Factory Reset Custom Color Custom Color Adjustment Cancel Save and Return Language Deutsch English Espanol Francais Italiano Simplified Chinese Japanese Cancel Save and Return Management Power Saver On / Off Selection Power On Recall On / Off Selection...
  • Page 27: Adjusting Screen Quality

    Operating the Monitor Advanced OSD Menu Levels (Continued) Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Factory Reset Exit Adjusting Screen Quality Allow the monitor to warm up for 20 minutes before performing the following procedures. The Auto-adjustment feature automatically fine-tunes the image quality each time a new video mode is displayed.
  • Page 28: Identifying Monitor Conditions

    Operating the Monitor Clock Phase—Increase/decrease the value to minimize video distortion or video jitter. When using the controls, you will obtain the best results by using the Auto-Adjustment pattern application provided on the CD- ROM. When adjusting the Clock and Clock Phase values, if the monitor images become distorted, continue adjusting the values until the distortion disappears.
  • Page 29: Sleep Timer Mode

    Operating the Monitor 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. 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.
  • Page 30 Operating the Monitor 6. Press the - (Minus) or + (Plus) buttons to adjust the hour. 7. Press the Menu button again to enter the time for minutes. 8. Press the - (Minus) or + (Plus) buttons to adjust the minutes. 9.
  • Page 31: Solving Common Problems

    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 Connect the power cord. disconnected. Power switch is turned off. Turn on the power. Video cable is improperly Connect the video cable properly.
  • Page 32 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Solution Image appears blurred, Brightness and contrast are Press the Minus button on the indistinct, or too dark. too low. monitor front panel to auto- adjust the screen. If that doesn’t work, press the Menu button to open the Basic OSD Menu, and adjust the brightness and contrast scales as needed.
  • Page 33: Using The Worldwide Web

    Troubleshooting Using the Worldwide Web Before contacting customer services, refer to the support Web http://www.hp.com/go/support site at: 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: The monitor Monitor model number (on front and back panel)
  • Page 34: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications L1530 Model 15-inch Flat Panel Monitor Display 15.0 in. 38.1 cm Type TFT LCD Viewable Image Size 15.0-inch diagonal 38.1 cm Maximum Weight 9.9 lb. 4.5 kg (unpacked) (Unpacked) Dimensions (includes pedestal) Height (adjustable) 12.13 to 14.69 in. 308 to 373 mm Depth 10 in.
  • Page 35 Technical Specifications 15-inch Flat Panel Monitor (Continued) Relative Humidity 20 to 80% Altitude: Operating 0 to 12,000 ft. 0 to 3657.6 m Non-operating 0 to 40,000 ft. 0 to 12192 m Power Source 100 –- 240 VAC, 50 – 60 Hz Power Consumption <40 watts typical Input Terminals...
  • Page 36 Technical Specifications L1730 Model 17-inch Flat Panel Monitor Display 17.0 in. 43.18 cm Type TFT LCD Viewable Image Size 17.0-inch diagonal 43.18 cm Maximum Weight 15.43 lb. 7 kg (unpacked) (Unpacked) Dimensions (include pedestal) Height (adjustable) 13.94 to 16.46 in. 354 to 418 mm Depth 9.65 in.
  • Page 37: Entering User Modes

    Technical Specifications L1730 Model 17-inch Flat Panel Monitor (Continued) Power Consumption <50 watts typical Input Terminal 15-pin D-type connector with cable included. DVI-D connector with DVI-D cable included Tilt Stand Maximum tilt angle range (Tilt -5 to 90 range may vary depending on for operation) height adjustment) for packing only)
  • Page 38: Energy Saver Feature

    Technical Specifications Energy Saver Feature When the monitor is in its normal operating mode, the Power light is green. The monitor also supports a reduced power state. The reduced power state is entered into if the monitor detects the absence of either the horizontal sync signal and/or the vertical sync signal.
  • Page 39: C Agency Regulatory Notices

    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.
  • Page 40: Cables

    Agency Regulatory Notices 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. Declaration of Conformity for Products Marked with FCC Logo, United States Only This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause...
  • Page 41: Canadian Notice

    Agency Regulatory Notices Canadian Notice This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Avis Canadien Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada. European Notice Products with the CE Marking comply with both the EMC Directive (89/336/EEC) and the Low Voltage Directive...
  • Page 42: Korean Notice

    Agency Regulatory Notices Korean Notice EPA Energy Star Compliance Monitors that are marked with the Energy Star Logo meet the requirements of the 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.
  • Page 43: Recycling Information

    Agency Regulatory Notices The power cord must be rated for the product and for the voltage and current marked on the product's electrical ratings label. The voltage and current rating of the cord should be greater than the voltage and current rating marked on the product. In addition, the cross-sectional area of the wire must be a minimum of 0.75 mm²...
  • Page 44 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.
  • Page 45 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.

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