HP L2445m User's Manual
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1. Information Selects and displays important information about the monitor Current Settings Provides the current input video mode Recommended Provides the recommended resolution mode and Settings refresh rate for the monitor Serial Number Reports the serial number of the monitor The serial number is needed if contacting HP technical support Version Reports the firmware version of the monitor Backlight Hours Reports the total hours of backlight operation Service Support http www hp com support AA Factory Reset Returns all OSD menu settings and DDC CI controls to the factory default settings except the Language ry Exit Exits the OSD menu screen 20 Chapter 4 Operating the Monitor ENWW Optimizing Digital Conversion AIh Two controls in the on screen display can be adjusted to improve image performance Clock and Clock Phase f NOTE The Clock and Clock Phase controls are adjustable only when using an analog input These controls are not adjustable for digital inputs The Clock must first be set correctly since the Clock Phase settings are dependent on the main Clock setting Use these controls only when the auto adjustment function does not provide a satisfactory image e Clock Increases decreases the value to minimize any vertical bars or stripes visible on the screen background e Clock Phase lIncreases decreases the value to minimize video distortion or video jitter amp NOTE When2. An off center picture Installing the INF and ICM Files 13 To use the auto adjustment feature 1 Allow the monitor to warm up for 20 minutes before adjusting 2 Press the Auto button on the monitor front panel e You can also press the Menu button then select Image Control from the OSD Main Menu Refer to Adjusting the Monitor Settings on page 16 in this chapter e If the result is not satisfactory continue with the procedure Insert the CD in the disc drive The CD menu is displayed Select Open Auto Adjustment Software The setup test pattern is displayed Press the Auto button on the monitor front panel to produce a stable centered image a oP amp Press the ESC key or any other key on the keyboard to exit the test pattern 14 Chapter 4 Operating the Monitor ENWW Front Panel Controls o i Table 4 1 Monitor Front Panel Controls Control Function 1 lt Menu Opens selects or exits the OSD menu 2 auto Minus e Ifthe OSD menu is on press to navigate backward through the OSD menu and decrease adjustment levels e Ifthe OSD menu is inactive press to activate the auto adjustment feature to optimize the screen image 3 Plus e Navigates forward through the OSD menu and input increases adjustment levels e When the OSD menu is inactive an Input button chooses the video input signal input VGA or DVI select models have input select function 4 Power LED Green Fully pow
3. Ap HP L2445m LCD Monitor User Guide 2009 Hewlett Packard Development Company L P Microsoft Windows and Windows Vista are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other countries 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 This document contains proprietary information that is protected by copyright No part of this document may be photocopied reproduced or translated to another language without the prior written consent of Hewlett Packard Company First Edition September 2009 Document Part Number 588334 001 About This Guide This guide provides information on setting up the monitor installing drivers using the on screen display menu troubleshooting and technical specifications A WARNING Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions could result in bodily harm or loss of life A CAUTION Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions could result in damage to equipment or loss of information amp NOTE Text set off in this manner provides important supplemental information ENWW iv About This Guide ENWW Table of contents 1
4. Monitors with a burned in image are not covered under the HP warranty 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 the 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 the monitor in a well ventilated area away from excessive light heat or moisture When removing the monitor base you must lay the monitor face down on a soft area to prevent it from getting scratched defaced or broken Cleaning the Monitor 1 2 3 Turn off the monitor and unplug the power cord from the back of the unit Dust the monitor by wiping the screen and the cabinet with a soft clean antistatic cloth For more difficult cleaning situations use a 50 50 mix of water and Isopropyl alcohol A CAUTION Spray the cleaner onto a cloth and use the damp cloth to gently wipe the screen surface Never spray the cleaner directly on the screen surface It may run behind the bezel and damage the electronics CAUTION Donotuse cleaners that contain any petroleum based materials such as benzene thinner or any volatile substance to clean the monitor screen or cabinet These chemicals may damage the monitor Shipping the Monitor Keep the original packing box in a storage area You may need it later if you move or ship the monitor
5. the HP speaker bar to attach to the LCD Refer to the documentation included with the optional device for detailed mounting instructions Figure 3 6 Using the Accessory Rails Feature ENWW Using the Accessory Rails 9 Removing the Monitor Pedestal Base You can remove the monitor panel from the pedestal base to install the panel on a wall a swing arm or other mounting fixture A CAUTION Before beginning to disassemble the monitor be sure the monitor is turned off and the power and signal cables are both disconnected If the monitor has a connected audio cable disconnect it 1 Disconnect and remove the signal and power cables from the back of the monitor 2 Lay the monitor face down on a flat surface 3 Remove the screws on the back of the monitor that connect the monitor panel with the pedestal base There are four screws that connect the monitor panel to the pedestal base Figure 3 7 Removing the Pedestal Base 4 Lift up on the pedestal base to remove it from the monitor display head 10 Chapter 3 Setting Up the Monitor ENWW Mounting the Monitor The monitor panel can be attached to a wall swing arm or other mounting fixture amp NOTE This apparatus is intended to be supported by UL or CSA Listed wall mount bracket 1 Remove the monitor panel from the pedestal base Refer to Removing the Monitor Pedestal Base on page 10 in the previous section A CAUTION This monitor supports the VES
6. 30 Modification S sessin a a E ia 30 Cables aeae a ea a a E aaa aa 30 Declaration of Conformity for Products Marked with the FCC Logo United States Only 0 30 Canadian NOtCE sicisceciteeeialeaec vat staesl ec aa ano EE A AE AAAA EE a E ie 31 AVIS CAMAGIOIN sessao nanni aee aE te dense da ends E aia a eaa A ARa EA ANEA A Aaaa aai 31 Power Cord Set Requirements ccccccceceeeeeeeeeceeccneceeeeeeeeeeeeeececccaeaaeeeeeeseeeeeeesedeeecaaaeeeeeseeeneeseees 31 Product Environmental Notices sisena anea aaa a a a aaaea 32 Energy Star Qualification 2 0 0 0 ce ee entre eee ieee ae errr re raaeeeeeeeeaaeeeeeeeeiaeeeeseeeaaes 32 Materials DiSpOSalliai isis sieiccntecensananaehaneaaderetaler toad a E E E EE a A A 32 FIP Recycling Progra vay ccedicsdesvevdectecueviveyddctedeedaeiedietecieesianhadiazesrledaiusesieeneterebansienniees 32 Chemical Substances c ccceccecceceeeceeeeee e aaa iia aa i iaa Naaa aiite 32 Appendix D LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy vi ENWW 1 Product Features L2445m Model The LCD liquid crystal display monitor has an active matrix thin film transistor TFT panel The monitor features include ENWW 60 96 cm 24 inch diagonal viewable area display with 1920 x 1200 resolution plus full screen support for lower resolutions includes custom scaling for maximum image size while preserving original aspect ratio Wide viewing angle to allow viewing from a sitting or standi
7. Changes the viewing position of the OSD menu to the left or right area of the screen The factory default range is 50 e Vertical OSD Position Changes the viewing position of the OSD menu to the top or bottom area of the screen The factory default range is 50 e OSD Transparency Adjust to view the background information through the OSD e OSD Timeout Sets the time duration in seconds that the OSD is visible after the last button is pressed The factory default is 30 seconds e OSD Rotation select models Rotates the OSD Menu to support pivot function Ait Power Saver Enables the power saving feature Select e On e Off The factory default is On S Power On Recall Restores power to the monitor following an dh unexpected removal of power Select e On e Off The factory default is On 18 Chapter4 Operating the Monitor ENWW Table 4 2 OSD Menu continued Icon Main Menu Submenu Description H Mode Display Displays the resolution refresh rate and frequency information on the screen each time the OSD Main Menu is accessed Select On Off Depending on monitor model factory default is On or Off Power On Status Display Displays the operating status of the monitor each time the monitor is powered on Select the location to display the status to e Top e Middle e Bottom e Off The factory default is Top poc DDC CI Support Allows the computer to control some
8. ICM files on the computer from the CD 1 2 3 4 5 Insert the CD in the computer CD ROM drive The CD menu is displayed View the Monitor Driver Software Readme file Select Install Monitor Driver Software Follow the on screen instructions Ensure that the proper resolution and refresh rates appear in the Windows Display control panel NOTE You may need to install the digitally signed monitor INF and ICM files manually from the CD in the event of an installation error Refer to the Monitor Driver Software Readme file on the CD Downloading from the Internet To download the latest version of INF and ICM files from the HP monitors support Web site 1 2 3 4 Refer to http www hp com support and select the country region Follow the links for the monitor to the support page and download page Ensure the system meets the requirements Download the software by following the instructions Using the Auto Adjustment Function You can optimize the screen performance for the VGA analog input by using the Auto button on the monitor and the auto adjustment pattern software utility on the CD provided Do not use this procedure if the monitor is using a DVI input If the monitor is using a VGA analog input this procedure can correct the following image quality conditions ENWW Fuzzy or unclear focus Ghosting streaking or shadowing effects Faint vertical bars Thin horizontal scrolling lines
9. OSD menu features such as brightness contrast and color temperature Set to e On e Off The factory default is On P Bezel Power LED hie a ee m ay Turns off the power LED on the front panel of the monitor The factory default is On Sleep Timer Video Input Control Pe Switch Video Input vy Auto Switch Input al Provides the timer adjustment menu options Set Current Time sets the current time in hours and minutes e Set Sleep Time sets the time you want to place the monitor in sleep mode e Seton Time sets the time you want the monitor to wake up from sleep mode e Timer sets the Sleep Timer feature On or Off The default setting is Off e Sleep Now immediately sets the monitor to enter sleep mode Selects the video input signal DVI is the factory default Selects the other VGA or DVI video input signal Default is DVI Turns the system s automatic video signal input to on or off The factory default is On ENWW Adjusting the Monitor Settings 19 Table 4 2 OSD Menu continued Icon Main Menu Submenu Description al Default Video Input a Selects the default or primary video input signal when the monitor is connected to two active and valid video sources The monitor will automatically determine the video format The default input selection is DVI Analog VGA Selects VGA input Digital DVI Selects DVI input
10. Product Features 2445m Modelden unninn aiii i a i A AEE E S EA R G 1 2 Safety and Maintenance Guidelines Important Safety Information 00 ce ere ir ne ne iaaiiai aiaia 2 Maintenance Guidelines sisisi ia a A aA LE A A AEEA NEEE 3 Cleaning the Momor esimesena E E EE 3 Shipping the Monitor 0 20 22 cccecceeeceeeececeeccaeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeesecaaeaaaaaecaeeeeeeeeeeeeeesecseccsucsaaeeeeeeeeeess 3 3 Setting Up the Monitor Installing the Monitor Base esccaine ra T EE TE E TA seuviaus ss ivdeiaeendaveate 4 Rear Components ieeies cacvecgencestataas eveckavena cee ten cdesteveveaavadiaas a a aaa E a a a A T EAE 5 Connecting the Cables cece eee reenter eee ee eee NaN ANAE NNA AENEAN N AAAA NANANA AEAEE Eaa 6 Adjusting the MOMMOr ciis 0 bei secvas ined an cnc devise aecnavuslieetaplenciie E dedttee apadien 8 Turning on the MONMOMsyictecetesselederedessvdetancensvuducaadantevidaecelesivblsuadcactvdletadcastbbtuvadeasivbluenduasieiudeastveelencess 8 Using the Accessory Rall 0 c cccecceeceeeeeeete neers teneeee ee tenneee seer eneeeeeeeeeeeaeeeeseeeeaeeeeseeeaaeesseeeaeeesenenaeeees 9 Removing the Monitor Pedestal Base cceeeeecceeeeneeeeeeeeeneeeeeeeeaaeeeeeeeeaaeeeeeeeeiaeeeesneeseetereneates 10 Mounting the Monitor sarres iann aA EAA 11 Locating the Rating Labels ennienni E 11 4 Operating the Monitor ENWW POW are and OMS oranana nann E A E A A 12 The Infomation File ecccsaniceesciiesiieni aoi a A EEEE
11. 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 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 mm or 18 AWG and the length of the cord must be between 6 feet 1 8 m and 12 feet 3 6 m If you have questions about the type of power cord to use contact an authorized HP 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 Particular attention should be paid to the plug electrical outlet and the point where the cord exits from the product Canadian Notice Product Environmental Notices Energy Star Qualification ENERGY STAR 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
12. s capability and centers the image on the screen in the active viewing area Sharpness Adjusts the screen image to look sharper or soft NOTE If the one to one custom scaling menu is selected scaling is disabled and the sharpness feature will also be disabled e Clock Minimizes any vertical bars or strips visible on the screen background Adjusting the Clock will also change the horizontal screen image S Clock Phase Adjusts the focus of the display This adjustment allows you to remove any horizontal noise and clear or sharpen the image of characters ED Color Selects the screen color The factory default is 6500K or Custom Color depending on the model 9300 K Changes to slightly blueish white ENWW Adjusting the Monitor Settings 17 Table 4 2 OSD Menu continued Icon Main Menu Submenu Description 6500 K Changes to slightly reddish white Custom Color Selects and adjusts your own color scales e R sets your own red color levels e G sets your own green color levels e B sets your own blue color levels sRGB Sets your screen colors to adapt to the color standards used in the image technology industry Language Selects the language in which the OSD menu is displayed The factory default is English Management Selects the OSD and power management features of the monitor OSD Control Adjusts the position of the OSD menu screen to e Horizontal OSD Position
13. 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 recognized the new mode just as it does a preset mode In addition to the factory preset modes there are four user modes that can be entered and stored Energy Saver Feature ENWW When the monitor is in normal operating mode the Power light is green and the monitor uses the normal watts of power The monitor also supports 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 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 the computer manual for instructions on setting energy saver features sometimes called power management features NOTE The above power saver feature only works when connected to computers that have energy saver features By selecting the 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 En
14. using the controls you will obtain the best results by using the auto adjustment pattern software utility provided on the CD When adjusting the Clock and Clock Phase values if the monitor images become distorted continue adjusting the values until the distortion disappears To restore the factory settings select Yes from the Factory Reset menu in the on screen display Identifying Monitor Conditions ENWW Special messages will appear on the monitor screen when identifying the following monitor conditions e Input Signal Out of Range Change resolution setting to 1920 x 1200 60Hz Indicates the monitor does not support the input signal because the resolution and or refresh rate are set higher than the monitor supports e NoSource Signal Indicates the monitor is not receiving a video signal from the PC on the monitor video input connector Check to determine if the PC or input signal source is off or in the power saving mode e Auto Adjustment in Progress lIndicates the auto adjustment function is active e Monitor Going to Sleep lIndicates the screen display is entering a sleep mode e Check Video Cable lIndicates the video cable is not properly connected to the computer e OSD Lockout The OSD can be enabled or disabled by pressing and holding the Menu button on the front panel for 10 seconds If the OSD is locked the warning message OSD Lockout displays for ten seconds If the OSD is locked press and hold th
15. A 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 Longer screws must 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 For best performance it is important to use the power and video cables provided with the monitor 2 To attach the monitor to a swing arm insert four 10mm screws through the holes on the swing arm plate and into the mounting holes on the monitor To attach the monitor to other mounting fixtures follow the instructions included with the mounting fixture to ensure that the monitor is safely attached 3 Reconnect the cables to the monitor panel 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 the monitor model The rating labels are located on the rear panel of the monitor display head Figure 3 8 Locating the Rating Labels ENWW Locating the Rating Labels 11 4 Operating the Monitor Software and Utilities The CD that comes with the monitor contains files you can install on the computer e an_ INF Information file e an ICM Image Color Matching file e auto adjustment pattern utility e additional software
16. ENWW Maintenance Guidelines 3 4 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 instructions below Installing the Monitor Base A CAUTION Do not touch the surface of the LCD panel Pressure on the panel may cause non uniformity of color or disorientation of the liquid crystals If this occurs the screen will not recover to its normal condition 1 Lift the monitor from its box and place it face down on a flat surface covered by a soft clean cloth 2 Press the base onto the pedestal 1 and secure it with the screw provided 2 Figure 3 1 Installing the Monitor Base Chapter 3 Setting Up the Monitor ENWW Rear Components Figure 3 2 Rear Components ENWW Component Function 1 AC Power Connector Connects the AC power cord to the monitor 2 Audio In Connects the audio cable to the monitor s internal speakers 3 DVI Connects the DVI D cable to the monitor 4 VGA Connects the VGA cable to the monitor Rear Components 5 Connecting the Cables 1 Place the monitor in a convenient well ventilated location near the computer 2 Connect a VGA signal cable or DVI D signal cable NOTE The monitor has both VGA and DVI D connectors and is capable of supporting either analog or digital input The video mode is determined by the video cable used The monitor will automatically de
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18. 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 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 For disposal or recycling information contact the local authorities or the Electronic Industries Alliance EIA http www eiae org HP Recycling Program HP encourages customers to recycle used electronic hardware HP original print cartridges and rechargeable batteries For more information about recycling programs go to htto www hp com recycle Chemical Substances HP is committed to providing our customers with information about the chemical substances in our products as needed to comply with legal requirements such as REACH Regulation EC No 1907 2006 of the European Parliament and Council A chemical information report for this product can be found at http www hp com go reach Appendix C Agency Regulatory Notices ENWW D ENWW 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
19. able to the DVI connector on the computer or the VGA cable to the VGA connector on the computer Be sure that the computer power is off while connecting the video cable Input Signal Out of Range Change settings to 1920 x 1200 60 Hz is displayed on screen ENWW Video resolution and or refresh rate are set higher than what the monitor supports Restart the computer and enter Safe Mode Change the settings to a supported setting see Recognizing Preset Display Resolutions on page 28 Restart the computer so that the new settings take effect Solving Common Problems 25 Problem Possible Cause Solution The monitor is off but it did not seem to The monitor s power saving Check the monitor s OSD menu setting for power enter into a low power sleep mode control is disabled saving enable disable controls The control should be set to enable to allow the monitor to enter into low power modes OSD Lockout is displayed The monitor s OSD Lockout Press and hold the Menu button for 10 seconds to function is enabled disable the OSD Lockout function Power Button Lockout is displayed The monitor s Power Button Press and hold the power button for 10 seconds to Lockout function is enabled unlock the power button function Online Technical Support For the online access to technical support information self solve tools online assistance community forums of IT experts broad mutlivendor knowledge base monitorin
20. 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 e A pixel consists of one red one green and one blue sub pixel e A defective whole pixel is always turned on a bright spot on a dark background or it is always off a dark spot on a bright background The first is the more visible of the two e lt A defective sub pixel dot defect is less visible than a defective whole pixel and is small and only visible on a specific background 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 20 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 33
21. at is easily accessible at all times e Disconnect power from the product by unplugging the power cord from the electrical outlet For your safety do not place anything on power cords or cables Arrange them so that no one may accidentally step on or trip over them Do not pull on a cord or cable When unplugging from the electrical outlet grasp the cord by the plug To reduce the risk of serious injury read the Safety and Comfort Guide It describes proper workstation setup posture and health and work habits for computer users and provides important electrical and mechanical safety information This guide is located on the Web at http www hp com ergo and or on the documentation CD if one is included with the monitor A CAUTION For the protection of the monitor as well as the computer connect all power cords for the 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 Use a power strip whose manufacturer offers a Damage Replacement Policy so you can replace the equipment if surge protection fails Use the appropriate and correctly sized furniture designed to properly support your HP LCD monitor A WARNING LCD monitors that are inappropriately situated on dressers bookcases shelves desks
22. e Menu button for 10 seconds to unlock the OSD o If the OSD is unlocked press and hold the Menu button for 10 seconds to lock the OSD e Power Button Lockout Indicates the power button is locked If the power button is locked the warning message Power Button Lockout displays If the power button is locked press and hold the power button for 10 seconds to unlock the power button function If the power button is unlocked press and hold the power button for 10 seconds to lock out the power button function Identifying Monitor Conditions 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 This also extends the life of the backlight bulbs in the monitor The Sleep Timer has five settings Set Current Time Set Sleep Time Set On Time Timer On Off Sleep Now To set the timer 1 2 3 4 ee ee o 11 12 13 14 Press the Menu button on the monitor front panel to display the OSD Menu Scroll down and highlight Management Press the Menu button to select Management Scroll down and highlight and select Sleep Timer gt Set Current Time NOTE You must set the current local time before you reset the time for Sleep Time or On Time Note that the time is displayed in a 24 hour clock format For example 1 15 p m is displayed as 13 hours 15 minutes A power failure or loss of power to the monit
23. eir functional descriptions After changing an OSD menu item and if the menu screen has these options you may choose to e Cancel to return to the previous menu level e Save and Return to save all changes and return to the OSD Main Menu screen This Save and Return option is only active if you change a menu item Table 4 2 OSD Menu Icon Main Menu Submenu Description Fea Brightness Adjustable scale Adjusts the brightness level of the screen The factory default range is 90 g Contrast Adjustable scale Adjusts the contrast level of the screen The factory default range is 80 d Volume Adjusts the monitor s speaker volume level The factory default range is 50 Image Control Adjusts the screen image VGA input only Auto Adjustment j Automatically adjusts the screen image Horizontal Position Vertical Position a al Custom Scaling m F E Adjusts the position of the screen image left and right Adjusts the position of the screen image up and down Selects the method on how displayed information on the monitor will be formatted Select e Fill to Screen image fills the entire screen and may look distorted or elongated because of non proportional scaling of height and width e Fill to Aspect Ratio image is sized to fit the screen and maintains proportional image e One to one select models disables video scaling displays an image that is smaller in size than the monitor
24. ered Amber Sleep mode Flashing Amber Sleep Timer mode 5 d Power Turns the monitor on or off ENWW Front Panel Controls 15 Adjusting the Monitor Settings The monitor settings can be adjusted from the On Screen Display OSD menu Using the On Screen Display Menu 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 button 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 Auto button to scroll in reverse 4 Toselectan 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 5 Adjust the item using the or buttons on the front panel to adjust the scale 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 NOTE Ifthe buttons remain untouched for 10 seconds while displaying a menu new adjustments will be discarded and the settings will revert to previous settings and exit the menu 16 Chapter 4 Operating the Monitor ENWW OSD Menu Selections The following table lists the On Screen Display OSD menu selections and th
25. ergy Saver utility causes the monitor to enter the reduced power state the power light blinks amber Entering User Modes 29 30 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 This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e __ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or television technician for help 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 Compa
26. for the monitor model NOTE Ifthe 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 Internet on page 13 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 This monitor is Microsoft 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 Plug and Play does not work through separate BNC type connectors or through distribution buffers boxes 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 This file is activated from within graphics programs that support this feature NOTE The ICM color profile is written in accordance with the International Color Consortium ICC Profile Format specification 12 Chapter 4 Operating the Monitor ENWW Installing the INF and ICM Files After you determine that you need to update you can install the INF and ICM files from the CD or download them Installing from the CD To install the INF and
27. g and diagnostic tools go to http www hp com support Preparing to Call Technical Support If you cannot solve a problem using the trouble shooting tips in this section you may need to call technical support Have the following information available when you call e Monitor model number e Serial number for the monitor e Purchase date on invoice e Conditions under which the problem occurred e Error messages received e Hardware configuration e Hardware and software you are using 26 Appendix A Troubleshooting ENWW B Technical Specifications Ef NOTE 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 L2445m Model Table B 1 L2445m Specifications Display 60 96 cm wide screen 24 inches wide screen Type TFT LCD Viewable Image Size 60 96 cm diagonal 24 inch diagonal Tilt 5 to 15 Maximum Graphic Resolution 1920 x 1200 60 Hz analog input 1920 x 1200 60 Hz digital input Optimum Graphic Resolution 1920 x 1200 60Hz analog input 1920 x 1200 60Hz digital input Text Mode 720 x 400 Dot Pitch 0 270 H x 0 270 W mm Horizontal Frequency 24 to 83 kHz Vertical Refresh Rate 50 to 76 Hz Environmental Requirements Temperature Operating Tempera
28. ng position or moving side to side Tilt capability Removable base for flexible monitor panel mounting solutions Video signal input to support VGA analog with VGA signal cable provided Video signal input to support DVI digital Accessory rail on monitor to accept optional mounted devices such as an HP speaker bar Plug and play capability if supported by the system Privacy filter slots to insert filters purchased separately to block side screen viewing Security slot provision on rear of monitor for optional cable lock Internal speakers Audio input signal with audio cable provided On Screen Display OSD adjustments in several languages for easy setup and screen optimization Software and documentation CD that includes software monitor drivers and product documentation Energy saver feature to meet requirements for reduced power consumption Energy Star qualified L2445m Model 1 2 Safety and Maintenance Guidelines Important Safety Information A power cord is included with the 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 the monitor refer toPower Cord Set Requirements on page 31 A WARNING To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to the equipment e Do not disable the power cord grounding feature The grounding plug is an important safety feature e Plug the power cord in a grounded earthed outlet th
29. ny 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 Declaration of Conformity for Products Marked with the 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 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation For questions regarding the product contact Appendix C Agency Regulatory Notices ENWW 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 Houston Texas 77269 2000 Or call 281 514 3333 To identify this product refer to the Part Series or Model number found on the product Canadian Notice This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations Avis Canadien Cet appareil num rique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du R glement sur le mat riel brouilleur du Canada Power Cord Set Requirements ENWW The monitor power supply is provided with Automatic Line Switching ALS This feature
30. of the monitor is turned off Press the front panel power button NOTE If pressing the power button has no effect press and hold the power button for 10 seconds to disable the power button lockout feature Video cable is improperly connected Connect the video cable properly Refer to Chapter 3 Setting Up the Monitor on page 4 for more information Screen blanking is active Press any key on the keyboard or move the mouse to inactivate the screen blanking utility Screen image appears distorted text is fuzzy or blurred image quality is degraded The computer s graphics card resolution is set lower or higher than the monitor s native resolution Set the computer s display resolution to the same mode as the monitor s recommended native screen resolution to provide the best picture quality Image appears blurred indistinct or too dark Brightness and contrast are too low Press the Auto button on the front panel If this does not correct the image press the Menu button to open the 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 Select Image Control Horizontal Position or Vertical Position to adjust the horizontal or vertical position of the image Check Video Cable is displayed on screen Monitor video cable is disconnected Connect the DVI D signal c
31. or will cause the timer to reset to 00 00 If this occurs you will need to reset the sleep timer mode Press the Menu button once to enter the adjustment mode for hours Press the Minus or Plus button to adjust the hour Press the Menu button again to enter the time for minutes Press the Minus or Plus button to adjust the minutes Press the Menu button to lock in the time chosen After setting the current time the highlight automatically skips to Set Sleep Time hours Repeat steps 6 through 9 to set Sleep Time If you do not want to set Sleep Time press the Menu button twice then select Save and Return to exit the menu After setting Sleep Time the highlight automatically skips to Set On Time hours Repeat steps 6 through 9 to set On Time Set the Timer mode to On to activate the Sleep Timer settings 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 22 Chapter 4 Operating the Monitor ENWW sRGB Support The monitor is designed to support sRGB for color management which adapts to the color standards used in the image technology industry To take advantage of the sRGB support you will need to change the monitor s color temperature to sRGB and install the sRGB color profile ICM file NOTE The sRGB color temperature pre
32. pull on a cord or cable When unplugging from the electrical outlet grasp the cord by the plug ENWW Connecting the Cables 7 Adjusting the Monitor Tilt the monitor s panel forward or backward to set it to a comfortable eye level Figure 3 5 Tilting the Monitor Turning on the Monitor 1 Press the power button on the computer to turn it on 2 Press the power button on the front of the monitor to turn it on A 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 the 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 Image retention is a condition that may occur on all LCD screens Monitors with a burned in image are not covered under the HP warranty A prolonged period of time is 12 consecutive hours of non use NOTE If pressing the power button has no effect the Power Button Lockout feature may be enabled To disable this feature press and hold the monitor power button for 10 seconds NOTE You can disable the power LED in the OSD menu Press the Menu button on the front of the monitor then select Management gt Bezel Power LED gt Off 8 Chapter 3 Setting Up the Monitor ENWW Using the Accessory Rails The monitor features accessory rails on the rear that can be used to mount optional devices such as
33. set will improve the color accuracy of SRGB images on the computer monitor but some color variation may still occur 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 Color 3 Select SRGB 4 Select Save and Return to exit the menu Installing the sRGB ICM File for Microsoft Windows 2000 and Windows XP amp NOTE To complete the following procedure you must be logged in as an administrator or a member of the administrator s group If the computer is connected to a network network policy settings may prevent you from completing this procedure The sRGB ICM file does not support Windows 95 and Windows NT operating systems 1 Click the Display icon in the Control Panel 2 Inthe Display Properties windows select the Settings tab then click the Advanced button 3 Select the Color Management tab then click the Add button to open the Add Profile Association dialog box 4 Select the sRGB Color Space Profile icm file then click the Add button 5 To activate a color profile for the 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 Installing the sRGB ICM File for Microsoft Windows Vista ENWW 1 Click Appearance and Personalization icon in the Control Panel Click Personalization Click Display Settings Click the Advanced Settings bu
34. speakers chests or carts may fall over and cause personal injury Care should be taken to route all cords and cables connected to the LCD monitor so that they can not be pulled grabbed or tripped over 2 Chapter 2 Safety and Maintenance Guidelines ENWW Maintenance Guidelines To enhance the performance and extend the life of the monitor Do not open the monitor cabinet or attempt to service this product yourself Adjust only those controls that are covered in the operating instructions If the monitor is not operating properly or has been dropped or damaged contact an authorized HP dealer reseller or service provider Use only a power source and connection appropriate for this monitor as indicated on the label back plate of the monitor Be sure the total ampere rating of the products connected to the outlet does not exceed the current rating of the electrical outlet and the total ampere rating of the products connected to the cord does not exceed the rating of the cord Look on the power label to determine the ampere rating AMPS or A for each device Install the monitor near an outlet that you can easily reach Disconnect the monitor by grasping the plug firmly and pulling it from the outlet Never disconnect the monitor by pulling the cord Turn the monitor off when not in use You can substantially increase the life expectancy of the monitor by using a screen saver program and turning off the monitor when not in use NOTE
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36. termine which inputs have valid video signals The inputs can be selected by pressing the Input button on the front panel or through the On Screen Display OSD feature by pressing the Menu button e For analog operation use the VGA signal cable provided Connect the VGA signal cable to the VGA connector on the rear of the monitor and the other end to the VGA connector on the computer e For digital operation use a DVI D signal cable not provided Connect the DVI D signal cable to the DVI connector on the rear of the monitor and the other end to the DVI connector on the computer Figure 3 3 Connecting the Signal Cable 3 Connect the built in monitor speakers to the computer using the audio cable provided 6 Chapter 3 Setting Up the Monitor ENWW 4 Connect one end of the power cable to the AC power connector on the back of the monitor and the other end to an electrical wall outlet Figure 3 4 Connecting the Power Cable A WARNING To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to the 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 Disconnect power from the equipment by unplugging the power cord from the electrical outlet For your safety do not place anything on power cords or cables Arrange them so that no one may accidentally step on or trip over them Do not
37. tton Click the Color Management tab then click the Color Management button Click the Advanced tab then click the Change System Defaults button ae mM p P Ob On the Devices tab click theAdd button sRGB Support 23 8 Select the RGB Color Space Profile icm file then click the OK button 9 To activate a color profile for the monitor you must set it as the Default Monitor Profile Select sRGB Color Space Profile then click the Set as Default button Installing the sRGB ICM File for Microsoft Windows 7 1 Click Appearance and Personalization icon in the Control Panel Click Display Click Change display settings Click Advanced settings Click the Color Management tab then click the Color Management button Click the Advanced tab then click the Change System Defaults button On the Devices tab click the Add button Select the RGB Color Space Profile icm file then click the OK button 2 N gt eS eS UCU To activate a color profile for the monitor you must set it as the Default Monitor Profile Select sRGB Color Space Profile then click the Set as Default button 24 Chapter 4 Operating the Monitor ENWW A Troubleshooting Solving Common Problems The following table lists possible problems the possible cause of each problem and the recommended solutions Problem Screen is blank Possible Cause Power cord is disconnected Solution Connect the power cord Power button on front panel
38. ture 5 to 35 C 41 to 95 F Storage Temperature 20 to 60 C 4 to 140 F Relative Humidity 20 to 80 Power Source 100 240 VAC 50 60 Hz Altitude Operating Storage 0 to 3657 6 m 0 to 12 000 feet 0 to 12192 m 0 to 40 000 feet Input Terminal One VGA connector with cable included one DVI D connector cable not included ENWW L2445m Model 27 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 L2445m Model Table B 2 Factory Preset Modes Preset Pixel Format Horz Freq kHz Vert Freq Hz 1 640 x 480 31 5 59 9 2 640 x 480 37 5 75 0 3 720 x 400 31 5 70 1 4 800 x 600 37 9 60 3 5 800 x 600 46 9 75 0 6 832 x 624 49 7 74 5 7 1024 x 768 48 4 60 0 8 1024 x 768 60 0 75 0 9 1152 x 870 68 7 75 1 10 1280 x 960 60 0 60 0 11 1280 x 1024 64 0 60 0 12 1280 x 1024 80 0 75 0 13 1440 x 900 55 9 59 9 14 1600 x 1000 61 6 60 0 15 1680 x 1050 65 3 60 0 16 1920 x 1200 74 0 59 9 17 1920 x 1200 74 5 59 9 28 Appendix B Technical Specifications ENWW Entering User Modes The video controller signal may occasionally call for a mode that is not preset if e You are not using a standard graphics adapter e You are not using a preset mode It this occurs you may need
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