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Page 1: User Guide
User Guide HP L156v 15” and L176v 17” LCD Monitors Document Part Number: 432558-001 July 2006 This guide provides information on setting up the monitor, installing drivers, using the on-screen display menu, troubleshooting and technical specifications. - Page 2 Adobe, Acrobat, and Acrobat Reader are trademarks or registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated. 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.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
1 Product Features L156v Model ........1–1 L176v Model . - Page 4 B Technical Specifications L156v Model ........B–1 L176v Model .
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Page 5: Product Features
The flat panel display has an active matrix, thin-film transistor (TFT), liquid crystal display (LCD). The monitor features include: L156v Model ■ 38.1cm (15") TFT Color LCD Monitor ■ Crisp, clear display for Windows ■ Recommened resolutions: 1024 x 768 @60Hz ■... - Page 6 Product Features ■ Ergonomic design ■ Space saving, compact case design ■ Power cord, signal cable, audio cable ■ Software and documentation CD includes an information file (INF), Image Color Matching file (ICM), and product documentation 1–2 User Guide...
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Page 7: Safety And Maintenance Guidelines
Safety and Maintenance 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 8: Maintenance Guidelines
Do not open your monitor cabinet or attempt to service this product yourself. Adjust only those controls that are covered in the operating instructions. If your monitor is not operating properly or has been dropped or damaged, contact your HP authorized dealer, reseller, or service provider. ■... -
Page 9: Cleaning The Monitor
■ 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. ■... - Page 10 Safety and Maintenance Guidelines 2–4 User Guide...
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Page 11: 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. Installing and Removing the Base Installing the base. Removing the base. User Guide 3–1... -
Page 12: Power Cord
Setting Up the Monitor Power Cord Be sure the power cord is the correct type required in your region. This LCD monitor has an internal universal power supply that allows operation in either 100/120V AC or 220/240V AC voltage area (No user adjustment is required.) ✎... -
Page 13: Adjusting The Viewing Angle
VGA Input AC Input socket Audio Input Adjusting the Viewing Angle ■ For optimal viewing, it is recommended that you look at the full face of the monitor, then adjust the monitor's angle to your own preference. ■ Hold the stand so you do not topple the monitor when you change the monitor's angle. - Page 14 Setting Up the Monitor Ä CAUTION: Do not touch the LCD screen when you change the angle. It may cause damage or break the LCD screen. Careful attention is required not to catch your fingers or hands when you change the angle. 3–4 User Guide...
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Page 15: Operating The Monitor
General Instructions Press the power button to turn the monitor on or off. The other control buttons are located at the front panel of the monitor. By changing these settings, the picture can be adjusted to your personal preference. ■ The power cord should be connected. -
Page 16: L156V Model
Operating the Monitor L156v Model Control Auto Config / Exit / Volume Power Button/ Power Indicator / Volume Menu / Enter 4–2 Function When OSD menu is in active status, this button will act as EXIT-KEY (EXIT OSD menu). When OSD menu is in off status, press this button to activate the Auto Adjustment function. -
Page 17: L176V Model
L176v Model Control Auto Adjust button / Exit / Volume Power Button/ Power Indicator / Volume Menu / Enter OSD Lock Function To lock the OSD, press and hold the MENU button while the monitor is off and then press power button to turn the monitor on. To unlock the OSD - press and hold the MENU button while the monitor is off and then press the power button to turn the monitor User Guide... -
Page 18: How To Adjust A Setting
Operating the Monitor How To Adjust a Setting 1. Press the MENU-button to activate the OSD window. 2. Press < or > to navigate through the functions. Once the desired function is highlighted, press the MENU-button to activate it. If the function selected has a sub-menu, press < or >... - Page 19 Main Menu Main Item Menu Icon Luminance Image Setup Image Position Color Temp User Guide Sub Menu Item Menu Icon Contrast Brightness Focus Clock H. Position V. Position Warm Cool User / Red Operating the Monitor Description Contrast from digital-register Backlight adjustment Adjust picture phase to reduce horizontal line...
- Page 20 Operating the Monitor Main Menu Main Item Menu Icon Auto Config OSD Setup Language Information 4–6 Sub Menu Item Menu Icon User / Green User / Blue H. Position V. Position OSD Timeout Language Information Description Green gain digital-register Blue gain from digital-register Auto adjust the H/V position, Focus and Clock...
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Page 21: Software And Utilities
✎ If the monitor does not include a CD, the .INF and .ICM files can be downloaded from the HP monitors support Web site. See “Downloading from the Worldwide Web” in this chapter. The Information File The .INF file defines monitor resources used by Microsoft Windows operating systems to ensure monitor compatibility with the computer’s graphics adapter. -
Page 22: The Image Color Matching File
Operating the Monitor This monitor is Windows Plug and Play compatible and the monitor will work correctly without installing the .INF file. Monitor Plug and Play compatibility requires that the computer’s graphic card is VESA DDC2 compliant and that the monitor connects directly to the graphics card. -
Page 23: Downloading From The Worldwide Web
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 region. 2. Follow the links for your monitor to the support page and download page. - Page 24 Operating the Monitor The DDC2B is a bidirectional data channel based on the I²C protocol. The host can request EDID information over the DDC2B channel. THIS MONITOR WILL APPEAR TO BE NON-FUNCTIONAL IF THERE IS NO VIDEO INPUT SIGNAL. IN ORDER FOR THIS MONITOR TO OPERATE PROPERLY, THERE MUST BE A VIDEO INPUT SIGNAL.
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Page 25: Solving Common Problems
Solving Common Problems The following table lists possible problems and the recommended solutions. Problem Power LED is not on No Plug & Play Picture is fuzzy Picture bounces or a wave pattern is present in the picture The power LED is ON but there's no video or no picture User Guide... -
Page 26: Error Messages And Possible Solutions
Troubleshooting Problem Missing one of the primary colors (RED, GREEN, or BLUE) Screen image is not centered or sized properly Picture has color defects (white does not look white) Horizontal or vertical disturbances on the screen CLOCK (pixel frequency) controls the number of pixels scanned by one horizontal sweep. -
Page 27: Using The Worldwide Web
For online access to technical support information, self-solve tools, online assistance, community forums of IT experts, broad multivendor knowledge base, monitoring and diagnostic tools, go http://www.hp.com/support. 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. - Page 28 Troubleshooting A–4 User Guide...
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Page 29: B Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications ✎ All performance specifications are provided by the component 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. L156v Model LCD Panel... - Page 30 Technical Specifications 15” Flat Panel Monitor (Continued) Plug & Play EPA ENERGY STAR On Mode Off Mode Audio Output Input Connector Input Video Signal Maximum Screen Size Power Source Environmental Considerations Weight (N.W.) B–2 VESA DDC2B < 30W (for 2 CCFL) <...
- Page 31 15” Flat Panel Monitor (Continued) Dimensions External Controls Switch Functions User Guide 13.56 (w) x 13.64 (H) x 2.36 (D) in 344.6 (w) x 346.5 (H) x 160 (D) mm • Auto Adjust Key / Exit • Volume • Volume •...
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Page 32: L176V Model
Technical Specifications L176v Model LCD Panel Driving System Size Pixel Pitch Input Video Separate Sync H-Frequency V-Frequency Display Colors Dot Clock Max Resolution Native Resolution Plug & Play EPA ENERGY STAR On Mode Off Mode Audio Output Input Connector Input Video Signal Maximum Screen Size Power Source B–4... - Page 33 17” Flat Panel Monitor (Continued) Environmental Considerations Weight (N.W.) Dimensions External Controls Switch Functions User Guide Operating Temp: 41 o to 95 o F/ 5 o to 35 o C Storage Temp: -4 o to 140 o F / -20 o to 60 o C Operating Humidity: 10% to 85% 9.92 lbs 4.5 kg Unit (net)
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Page 34: 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. L156v Model Factory Preset Display Modes Standard Resolution... -
Page 35: L176V Model
Factory Preset Display Modes (Continued) Standard Resolution 1024 x 768 1024 x 768 L176v Model Factory Preset Display Modes Standard Resolution DOS-mode 640 x 350 DOS-mode 720 x 400 640 x 480 640 x 480 640 x 480 640 x 480 SVGA 800 x 600 800 x 600... -
Page 36: Entering User Modes
Technical Specifications Factory Preset Display Modes (Continued) Standard Resolution 1024 x 768 SXGA 1280 x 1024 1280 x 1024 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. ■... -
Page 37: 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 38: Modifications
For questions regarding your product, contact: Hewlett Packard Company P. O. Box 692000, Mail Stop 530113 Houston, Texas 77269-2000 Or, call 1-800-HP-INVENT (1-800 474-6836) For questions regarding this FCC declaration, contact: Hewlett Packard Company P. O. Box 692000, Mail Stop 510101... -
Page 39: Materials Disposal
To identify this product, refer to the Part, Series, or Model number found on the product. Materials disposal This HP product contains Mercury in the fluorescent lamp in the display LCD that might require special handling at end-of-life. Disposal of this material can be regulated because of environmental considerations. - Page 40 18AWG, and the length of the cord must be between 5 feet (1.5 m) and 12 feet (3.6 m). If you have questions about the type of power cord to use, contact your HP authorized service provider. A power cord should be routed so that it is not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon it or against it.