HP (Hewlett-Packard) f1904 manual

User ’ s Guide f1904 LCD Monitor[...]

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User’ s Guide iii Contents 1P r o d u c t F e a t u r e s 2 Safety and Maintenance Guidelines Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–1 Maintenance Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–2 Cleaning the Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–3 Shipping the Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

iv User’ s Guide A Troubleshooting Solving Common Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A–1 Using the World Wide Web . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A–3 Preparing to Call Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . A–3 B Technical Specifications Recognizing Preset Display Resolutions . . . . . . B–3 LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy f[...]

User’ s Guide 1–1 1 Pr oduct Features The f1904 LCD Monitor has an active matrix, thin-film transistor (TF T), liquid cr ystal display (LCD ). The monitor features include: ■ Large 19-inch (48.3 cm) viewable area display . ■ 1280 × 1024 factor y-set resolution , plus full-screen suppor t for lower resolutions. ■ Easy to view from a sitti[...]

Product Features 1–2 User’ s Guide ■ Compliant with the following regulated specifications: ❏ EP A ENERGY ST AR ❏ European Union CE Directives ❏ Swedish MPR II 1990 ❏ Swedish TCO ‘03 With select models, the monitor comes with a set of Harmon Kardon speakers with a separate power supply .[...]

User’ s Guide 2–1 2 Safety and Maintenance Guidelines Impor tant Safety Information A power cord is included with your monitor . If another cord is used, use only a power source an d 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” s[...]

Safety and Maintenance Guidelines 2–2 User’ s Guide Maintenance Guidelines T o enhance the per formance and extend the life of your monitor: ■ Do not open your monitor cabinet or attempt to ser vice this product yourself. Adjust only thos e controls that are covered in the operating instructions. If your monitor is not operating properly or h[...]

Safety and Maintenance Guidelines User’ s Guide 2–3 ■ Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation. These openings must not be bl ocked 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 pow[...]

Safety and Maintenance Guidelines 2–4 User’ s Guide[...]

User’ s Guide 3–1 3 Setting Up the Monitor T o set up the monitor , ensure that the power is turned off to the monitor , computer system, and othe r attached devices, then follow these steps: 1. Place the monitor in a convenient, well-ventilated location near your computer . 2. Connect one end of the monitor signal cable to the video connector [...]

Setting Up the Monitor 3–2 User’ s Guide ✎ The DVI-D cable supplied with this monitor is for digital-to-digital connection only . Y our computer must have a DVI-compatible graphics card installed for use wi th this cable. When connecting the DVI-D signal cable to the DVI connector on the monitor , you must connect the other end of the DVI-D c[...]

Setting Up the Monitor User’ s Guide 3–3 3. Connect one end of the power cable to the back of the monitor , and the other end to a power source. Connecting the Power Cable[...]

Setting Up the Monitor 3–4 User’ s Guide 4. Adjust the monitor as needed for your comfort using the monitor’ s tilt, swivel, and height adjustment capabilities. -5˚ 20˚ -35˚ 35˚[...]

Setting Up the Monitor User’ s Guide 3–5 Å WA R N I N G : T o 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. Disconnect power fr[...]

Setting Up the Monitor 3–6 User’ s Guide Selecting the Signal Connectors and Cables There are two signal input connectors: One VGA connector and one DVI-I connector . The monitor will automatically determine which inputs have valid video sign als. The inputs can be selected through the On-Screen Display (OSD) feature or by pressing the Signal I[...]

Setting Up the Monitor User’ s Guide 3–7 Removing the Monitor Base Y ou 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. Ä CAUTION: Before beginning to disassem ble the monitor , be sure the monitor is turned off and [...]

Setting Up the Monitor 3–8 User’ s Guide 1. Disconnect and remove the signal and power cables from the back of the monitor . 2. Remove the four screws as show n in the following illustration. Ä CAUTION: Ensure that the bottom of the monitor base is positioned over a table or desktop before removing the base from the monitor . 3. Remove the mon[...]

User’ s Guide 4–1 4 Operating the Monitor Installing the Drivers The monitor comes with driver so ftware allowing you to take advantage of the Plug and Pl ay feature of the Microsoft ® Win d o ws ® Me, Windows 2000, or Windows XP operating system. This software enables the computer to communicate with the monitor and use all the monitor featu[...]

Operating the Monitor 4–2 User’ s Guide 3. Click the Settings tab. 4. Click Advanced Properties or Advanced , and select the Monitor tab. 5. Click Properties . 6. Click the Driver tab. 7. Click Update Driver and click Next . 8. Select the recommended option and then click Next . 9. Select the Specify a Location box and then click Next . 10. Fin[...]

Operating the Monitor User’ s Guide 4–3 Windows XP users ✎ The procedure for installing the dr iver for your operating system may var y . T o install the driver for the f1904 monitor: 1. Click Start . 2. Click Control Panel . 3. Click Appearance and Themes . 4. Click Display . 5. Select the Settings tab. 6. Click the Advanced button. 7. Selec[...]

Operating the Monitor 4–4 User’ s Guide Fr ont Panel Components ‘ 1 234 5 No. Control Function 1 On/Off T urns the monitor on and off 2 Menu • When OSD is active, closes setting screens and exits OSD. • When OSD is inactive, opens and closes OSD. 3 Left or Down Browse/ Input 1 • When OSD is active, navigates OSD settings menu and adjust[...]

Operating the Monitor User’ s Guide 4–5 Adjusting Monitor Settings Press the menu button on the front panel of your monitor to view the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu . The Main Controls window pops up and you can make adjustments to your monitor’ s various features. Use the left arrow and right arrow keys in the menu window to make your adjust[...]

Operating the Monitor 4–6 User’ s Guide Using the On-Screen Display The adjustments for screen settings are located in the On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. T wo OSD menus are available; one for basic adjustments, and one for advanced adjustments. T o access the Basic OSD Menu, press the Menu button on the monitor’ s front panel. T o access the [...]

Operating the Monitor User’ s Guide 4–7 Image Control Auto Adjustment “Adjusting Message” Horizontal Position Adjustment Scale V er tical Position Adjustment Scale Clock Adjustment Scale Clock Phase Adjustment Scale Cancel Save and Return ✎ The Video Clock and Clock Phase selections are not available when the monitor is operating in the D[...]

Operating the Monitor 4–8 User’ s Guide Using the Auto-Adjustment Function Y ou can easily optimize the screen per formance for the VGA interface by using the Auto button and the auto-adjustment patter n software on the CD-ROM disc provided. 1. Insert the provided CD-ROM disc into the computer . 2. Run the software file Adjustment pattern.exe ([...]

Operating the Monitor User’ s Guide 4–9 Optimizing Analog V ideo This monitor contains advanced circ uitr y that allows the flat panel screen to function as a standard monitor . T wo controls in the on-screen display can be adjusted to improve image perfor mance: Clock and Clock Phase. Use these controls only when the auto-adjust function does [...]

Operating the Monitor 4–10 User’ s Guide[...]

User’ s Guide A–1 A T r oubleshooting Solving Common Pr oblems 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 is turned off. T urn on the power . Video cable is improp[...]

Tr o u b le s ho ot i ng A–2 User’ s Guide Image is not centered. Position may need adjustment. Press the Menu button to access the OSD Menu. Select Image Control / Horizontal Position or Ve r t i c a l P o s i t i o n to adjust the horizontal or vertical position of the image. “No Connection, Check Signal Cable” is displayed on screen. Mon[...]

T roubleshooting User’ s Guide A–3 Using the W orld Wide W eb Before contacting customer ser vices, refer to the suppor t W eb site at: http://www .hp.com Preparing to Call T echnical Suppor t If you cannot solve a problem using the troubleshooting tips in this section, you may need to call technical support. Have the following available when y[...]

Tr o u b le s ho ot i ng A–4 User’ s Guide[...]

User’ s Guide B–1 B T echnical Specifications f1904 Flat Panel Monitor Display Ty p e 19.0 inches TF T LCD 48.3 cm Viewable Image Size 19.0-inch diagonal 48.3 cm Ti lt Swivel –5 to 20 o +35 to –35 o Face T reatment Anti-glare polarizer with hard coating Maximum W eight (Unpacked) 17.2 lbs. 7.8 kg (unpacked) Dimensions (include pedestal) Hei[...]

T echnical Specifications B–2 User’ s Guide All performance specificatons are provided by the component manufacturer . Perfor mance specifications represent component manufacturer averages and actual perfor mance may var y . Horizontal Frequency (analog mode) 30 to 82 kHz V er tical Refresh Rate (analog mode) 56 to 76 Hz Environmental Requireme[...]

T echnical Specifications User’ s Guide B–3 Recognizing Preset Display Resolutions The display resolutions listed below are the most commonly used modes and are set as factor y defaults. This monitor automatically recognizes these preset modes and they will appear properly sized and centered on the screen. Factory Preset Display Modes Preset Pi[...]

T echnical Specifications B–4 User’ s Guide LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy for f1904 Monitor The HP f1904 TF T monitor uses high-precision technology , manufactured according to HP stan dards, to guarantee trouble-free perfor mance. Nevertheless, the display may have cosmetic imperfections that appear as small bright or dark spots. This i[...]

T echnical Specifications User’ s Guide B–5 Entering User Modes The video controller signal may occasionally call for a mode that is not preset if: ■ Y ou are not using a standard graphics adapter . ■ Y ou 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 displa[...]

T echnical Specifications B–6 User’ s Guide[...]

User’ s Guide C–1 C Agency Regulator y Notices Federal Communications Commission Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursua nt to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful inter ference in a resident ial installation. T[...]

Agency Regulator y Notices C–2 User’ s Guide 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 C o n n e ct io n s t o th i s d e vi c e m u st b e m ad e wi t h [...]

Agency Regulator y Notices User’ s Guide C–3 Canadian Notice This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Av i s C a n a d i e n Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada. European Notice Products w[...]

Agency Regulator y Notices C–4 User’ s Guide Korean Notice EP A Ener gy Star Compliance Monitors that are marked with the Energy Star ® Logo meet the requirements of the EP A Energy St ar program. As an Energy Star Partner , Hewlett-Packard Company has determined that this product meets the Energy Star gu idelines for energy efficiency . Speci[...]

Agency Regulator y Notices User’ s Guide C–5 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 us[...]

Agency Regulator y Notices C–6 User’ s Guide[...]

User’ s Guide D–1 D TCO ‘03 Requirements Congratulations! The display you have just purchased carries the TCO’03 Display label. This means that your display is designed, manufactured and tested according to some of the strictest quality and environmental requirements in the world. This makes for a high performance product, designed with the[...]

TCO ‘03 Requirements D–2 User’ s Guide Ener gy ■ Energy-saving mode after a certain time — beneficial both for the user and the environment. ■ Electrical safety . Emissions ■ Electromagnetic fields. ■ Noise emissions. Ecology ■ The product must be prepared for recycling and the manufacturer must have a certified environmental mana[...]