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  • Page 1 HP Passport 1912nm and 1912nc Internet Monitors User Guide...
  • Page 2 © 2011 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services . Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein.

  • Page 3: About This Guide

    About This Guide This guide provides information on setting up and using the Internet monitor. WARNING! Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions could result in bodily harm or loss of life. CAUTION: Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions could result in damage to equipment or loss of information.
  • Page 4 About This Guide ENWW...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents 1 Product Features ............................1 HP Passport 1912nm and 1912nc Internet Monitors ................1 Net Mode vs PC Mode ......................... 2 2 Setting Up the Monitor ........................... 3 Preparing the Monitor for Desktop Use ....................3 Preparing the Monitor for Wall-Mounting ....................4 Rear Components ..........................
  • Page 6 4 Finding More Information ..........................23 5 Technical Specifications ..........................24 1912nm and 1912nc Models ......................24 Recognizing Preset Display Resolutions .................... 26 1912nm and 1912nc Models (PC Mode) ................26 Entering User Modes ......................26 Energy Saver Feature ........................27 ENWW...

  • Page 7: Product Features

    Product Features HP Passport 1912nm and 1912nc Internet Monitors The HP Passport 1912nm and HP Passport 1912nc Internet monitors are designed to provide easy, simple access to the internet, streaming views of media content (video, audio, photos) directly through the monitor without the need for a PC. The monitors can also operate as standard external monitors when connected to a PC.

  • Page 8: Net Mode Vs Pc Mode

    ● Security slot provision on rear of monitor for optional cable lock ● Tilt capability ● On-Screen Display (OSD) adjustments in several languages for easy setup and screen optimization ● Energy saver feature to meet requirements for reduced power consumption ●...

  • Page 9: Setting Up The Monitor

    Setting Up the Monitor You can install the monitor on a desktop or mount it on a mounting fixture such as a wall mount or swing arm. Be sure to place the monitor in a convenient, well- ventilated location. Connect the monitor cables after you have installed the monitor.

  • Page 10: Preparing The Monitor For Wall-Mounting

    Preparing the Monitor for Wall-Mounting NOTE: This apparatus is intended to be supported by UL or CSA Listed wall mount bracket. To attach the monitor to a mounting fixture: Set the monitor screen face down on a flat, soft, protected table or desk surface with the support column overhanging the edge.
  • Page 11 To attach the monitor to a mounting fixture, insert four 10mm screws through the holes on the mounting plate and into the mounting holes on the monitor. CAUTION: This monitor supports the VESA industry standard 100 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.

  • Page 12: Rear Components

    Rear Components Figure 2-5 Rear Components Component Function AC Power Connector Connects the AC power cord to the monitor. Audio In Connector Connects an input audio cable between the monitor and a PC when using the monitor in PC mode. Audio Out Connector Connects an output audio cable between the monitor and an external audio device.

  • Page 13: Connecting The Cables

    Connecting the Cables The cable connections required depends on whether you will operate the monitor as a stand-alone Internet monitor (Net mode) or as a standard external monitor connected to a PC (PC mode). NOTE: You can connect the cables for both Net mode and PC mode and switch between the two modes by pressing the Mode button on the front of the monitor.
  • Page 14 Connect the supplied keyboard and mouse (required to navigate) to the USB ports on the monitor's rear panel. Figure 2-7 Connecting the Keyboard and Mouse Connect one end of the power cord to the AC power connector on the back of the monitor and the other end to an electrical wall outlet.

  • Page 15: Connecting The Cables For Pc Mode

    Connecting the Cables for PC Mode Place the monitor in a convenient, well-ventilated location near the PC. Connect the supplied keyboard and mouse (required to navigate) to the USB ports on the monitor's rear panel. Figure 2-9 Connecting the Keyboard and Mouse Connect a VGA cable between the VGA connector on the PC and the VGA connector on the rear of the monitor.
  • Page 16 Connect the upstream end of a USB cable to the USB In connector on the monitor's rear panel and the downstream end to a USB Out connector on the PC. NOTE: This step is optional. However, the USB cable is required for the USB Out ports and the 4-in-1 media card reader on the monitor to function in PC mode.
  • Page 17 Connect one end of the power cord to the AC power connector on the back of the monitor and the other end to an electrical wall outlet. Figure 2-13 Connecting the Power Cord After turning on power to the monitor, you must press the Mode button on the monitor's front panel to change from Net mode to PC mode.

  • Page 18: Front Panel Controls

    Front Panel Controls Figure 2-15 Monitor Front Panel Controls Table 2-1 Monitor Front Panel Controls Control Function Menu Opens the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu, selects items within the OSD menu, and closes the OSD menu. – (Minus) If the OSD menu is on, press to navigate backward through the OSD menu and decrease adjustment levels.

  • Page 19: Adjusting The Tilt

    Adjusting the Tilt For optimal viewing, adjust the screen tilt to your own preference. Face the front of the monitor and hold the base so that you do not topple the monitor while changing the tilt. Adjust the tilt by moving the top edge of the monitor either toward or away from you, without touching the screen.

  • Page 20: Turning On The Monitor For The First Time

    Turning on the Monitor for the First Time After connecting the cables, press the power button on the front of the monitor to turn it on. NOTE: Net mode is the monitor's default mode. You can toggle between Net mode and PC mode by pressing the Mode button on the monitor's front panel.

  • Page 21: Using The Net Mode Interface

    Using the Net Mode Interface The Net mode Home page is displayed when the monitor is powered on. Click on one of the icons to use that feature of the Internet monitor. NOTE: The user interface and features in this chapter are only available when the monitor is in Net mode.

  • Page 22: Browsing The Internet

    Settings Click this icon to adjust the monitor settings. Home This icon is displayed in the lower left corner of the screen when you are not at the Home page. You can click the Home icon at any time to return to the Home page. NOTE: When you return to the Home page any Net mode application you were running will close (Video, Browser, Music, Photo).

  • Page 23: Watching Videos

    In the Music module, select the media device that you inserted, navigate to the desired music file and click on it. NOTE: If a photos folder was selected in the Slide Show options section of the Settings module, a slide show of the selected photos will be displayed while the music is playing (refer to Slide Show Options on page 19 to configure a slide show).

  • Page 24: Viewing Photographs

    Viewing Photographs You can use the photograph viewer to view photographs that you have stored on a USB flash media device or media card. NOTE: The photo file name and the folder(s) name can be any length but cannot include special characters or spaces in order for the file manager to recognize the photo file.

  • Page 25: Adjusting The Settings

    Adjusting the Settings To configure the settings, click the Settings icon on the Net mode Home page. The Settings module includes five tabs for configuring and adjusting the settings: ● Slide Show Options:Sets up and customize a music and photograph slide show. ●...

  • Page 26: Date/Time Settings

    Date/Time Settings The Date/Time settings allow you to set the date and time for the monitor. To set the date and time: Select the Date/Time tab in the Settings module. Select your time zone to automatically set the date and time or click the Manual button and manually set the date and time.

  • Page 27: Password Settings

    NOTE: The monitor must be connected to the Internet to update the software. Internet access is not provided. Contact your local Broadband supplier. Select the System tab in the Settings module. In the Software Version section, click the Update Now button or click the Auto Update button and adjust the number of days to transpire before the software is automatically updated.

  • Page 28: Printing In Net Mode

    Enter your new password again in the Verify Password text box. Click the Apply button to save the settings. To cancel a password: Select the Password tab in the Settings module. Click the Off button. A password will not be required to access the Settings module or unlock the monitor's screen Click the Apply button to save the settings.

  • Page 29: Finding More Information

    Finding More Information Refer to the HP LCD Monitors Reference Guide at http://www.hp.com/support for additional information on: ● Optimizing monitor performance ● Safety and maintenance guidelines ● Agency regulatory and environmental notices ● Using the OSD menu ● Downloading additional software from the Web for PC mode. For additional information on using and adjusting your monitor, go to http://www.hp.com/support.

  • Page 30: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications NOTE: All specifications represent the typical specifications provided by HP's component manufacturers; actual performance may vary either higher or lower. Specifications are subject to change. The complete and latest specifications on display products are available on http://www.hp.com/support. 1912nm and 1912nc Models Table 5-1 1912nm and 1912nc Specifications Maximum Weight (Unpacked)
  • Page 31 Table 5-1 1912nm and 1912nc Specifications (continued) Video Player Support Audio Player Support Photo Frame Support Video Codecs H.264, H.263, MPEG2, MPEG4, VC-1 Video Container MP4, M4V, MPG, MKV, WMV, AVI, MOV, ASF, 3GP, VOB Audio Codecs MP3, AACLC, HE-ACC, WMA10 std, WMA Pro, WMA9 Lossless Audio Container MP1, MP2, MP3, AAC, M4A, WMA, ASF...

  • Page 32: Recognizing Preset Display Resolutions

    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. NOTE: The preset modes can only be adjusted if the monitor is in PC mode.

  • Page 33: Energy Saver Feature

    Energy Saver Feature The monitors support a reduced power state. The reduced power state will be entered into if the monitor detects the absence of either the horizontal sync signal and/or the vertical sync signal. Upon detecting the absence of these signals, the monitor screen is blanked, the backlight is turned off, and the power light is turned amber.

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