HP L2045W User Manual

HP L2045w 20" LCD MonitorUser Guide

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2 Safety and Maintenance GuidelinesImportant Safety InformationA power cord is included with the monitor. If another cord is used, use only a power so

not exceed the rating of the cord. Look on the power label to determine the ampere rating (AMPSor A) for each device.●Install the monitor near an outl

3 Setting Up the MonitorTo set up the monitor, ensure that the power is turned off to the monitor, computer system, and otherattached devices, then fo

The monitor features two sets of VESA 100mm mounting holes. Use the top mounting holes to allowthe display head to be lowered 18.05 mm closer to the t

The monitor will automatically determine which inputs have valid video signals. The inputs can beselected through the On-Screen Display (OSD) feature

2. Connect one end of the USB hub cable to the USB connector on the rear panel of the computeror to a USB hub, and the other end to the upstream USB c

3. Connect one end of the power cable to the AC power connector on the back of the monitor, andthe other end to an electrical wall outlet.Figure 3-6

Adjusting the Monitor1. Tilt the monitor's panel forward or backward to set it to a comfortable eye level.Figure 3-8 Tilting the Monitor2. Swive

3. Adjust the monitor's height so that it is parallel to your eye height for a comfortable viewing position.WARNING! A lock-down/release button o

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4. Pivot the monitor from landscape to portrait orientation viewing to adapt to your application.Figure 3-11 Pivoting the MonitorNOTE: The monitor pi

Connecting USB DevicesThe monitor provides two USB connectors on the rear panel to connect devices such as a digital camera,USB keyboard, or USB mouse

Mounting SolutionsRemoving the Monitor Pedestal BaseYou can remove the monitor panel from the pedestal base to mount the panel on a wall, a swing arm,

2. To mount the monitor to a swing arm, wall or other mounting fixture using the HP Quick Release,follow the instructions provided in the documentatio

3. If mounting the monitor using another manufacturer’s solution, use the screws previously removedfrom the monitor base to mount the display to a swi

Mounting to the Pedestal BaseAn optional HP Quick Release can be attached to the pedestal base. It allows you to quickly and securelyattach some model

4 Operating the MonitorSoftware and UtilitiesThe CD that comes with the monitor contains files you can install on the computer:●an .INF (Information)

Installing the .INF and .ICM FilesAfter you determine that you need to update, you can install the .INF and .ICM files from the CD ordownload them.Ins

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 pan

Front Panel ControlsTable 4-1 Monitor Front Panel ControlsControl Function1 Menu/Select Opens, selects or exits the OSD menu.2 − (Minus)/Auto●Navigat

About This GuideThis guide provides information on setting up the monitor, installing drivers, using the on-screen displaymenu, troubleshooting and te

Adjusting the Monitor SettingsThe monitor settings can be adjusted from the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu or from the HP DisplayAssistant utility.Using

Table 4-2 OSD MenuIcon Main Menu Submenu DescriptionBrightness Adjusts the brightness level of the screen. The factory defaultrange is 90.Contrast Ad

Icon Main Menu Submenu DescriptionMode Display Displays the resolution, refresh rate and frequency information onthe screen each time the OSD Main Men

Icon Main Menu Submenu DescriptionRecommended Settings Provides the recommended resolution mode and refresh rate forthe monitor.Serial Number Reports

Optimizing Digital ConversionThis monitor contains advanced circuitry that allows the flat panel screen to function like a standardmonitor. Two contro

Identifying Monitor ConditionsSpecial messages will appear on the monitor screen when identifying the following monitor conditions:●Input Signal Out o

NOTE: You must set the current local time before you reset the time for Sleep Time or OnTime. Note that the time is displayed in a 24–hour clock forma

Select This Option To Do ThisDisplay On Sets the time when the monitor automatically turns on. This does not affect screensaver operation, which has p

1. Click the Display icon in the Control Panel.2. In the Display Properties windows, select the Settings tab, then click the Advanced button.3. Select

A TroubleshootingSolving Common ProblemsThe following table lists possible problems, the possible cause of each problem, and the recommendedsolutions.

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Problem Possible Cause SolutionThe HP Display LiteSaver may notbe compatible with the computersystem. Some notebook computersare not compatible and th

B Technical SpecificationsNOTE: All performance specifications are provided by the component manufacturers. Performancespecifications represent the hi

OperatingStorage0 to 12,000 feet0 to 40,000 feet0 to 3657.6 m0 to 12192 mPower Consumption (maximum) <75 watts Input Terminal One DVI-D connector,

It this occurs, you may need to readjust the parameters of the monitor screen by using the on-screendisplay or HP Display Assistant software. Your cha

C Agency Regulatory NoticesFederal Communications Commission NoticeThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B di

Hewlett Packard CompanyP. O. Box 692000, Mail Stop 530113Houston, Texas 77269-2000Or, call 1-800-HP-INVENT (1-800 474-6836)For questions regarding thi

Hewlett-Packard GmbH, HQ-TRE, Herrenberger Strasse 140, D-71034 Böblingen, GermanyGerman Ergonomics NoticeHP products which bear the “GS” approval mar

CAUTION: Do not use the power cord received with this product on any other products.Product Environmental NoticesMaterials DisposalThis HP product con

40 Appendix C Agency Regulatory Notices

D LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel PolicyThe TFT monitor uses high-precision technology, manufactured according to HP standards, toguarantee trouble-free

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1 Product FeaturesHP L2045wThe flat panel monitor has an active matrix, thin-film transistor (TFT), liquid crystal display (LCD). Themonitor features