HP f1905 User manual

User’s Guide
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Contents
1 Product Features
HP LCD Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–1
2 Safety and Maintenance Guidelines
Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–1
Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–2
Maintenance Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–3
Cleaning the Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–4
Shipping the Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–5
Removing the vs Monitor Base . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–5
Preparing the f Monitor for Shipping . . . . . . . . 2–6
3 Setting Up the Monitor
Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–1
Installing the Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–2
Placing the vs Monitor on a Desktop . . . . . . . . 3–2
Wall-Mounting the vs Monitor. . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–4
Placing the f Monitor on a Desktop . . . . . . . . . 3–7
Wall-Mounting the f Monitor. . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–10
Assembling the f Monitor Satellite
Speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–13
Connecting the Monitor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–14
Connecting the Monitor Video Input Cable. . . 3–14
Connecting the Audio Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–17
Connecting the Power Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–19

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4 Operating the Monitor
CD Software and Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–1
The Information File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–1
The Image Color Matching File . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–2
Installing INF and ICM Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–2
Installing from the CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–2
Downloading from the
World Wide Web . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–3
Using the Auto-Adjustment Function . . . . . . . . . 4–3
Front Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–5
Using the Onscreen Display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–8
Adjusting Monitor Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–9
Main Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–9
Advanced Menu OSD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–10
Selecting the Video Input Connectors . . . . . . . . . 4–13
Identifying Monitor Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–14
Adjusting Screen Quality. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–15
Optimizing Analog Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–15
Entering User Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–16
Power-Saver Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–17
A Troubleshooting
Solving Common Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A–1
Using the World Wide Web . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A–3
Preparing to Call Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . A–3
Locating the Rating Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A–3

Contents
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B Technical Specifications
HP vs LCD Monitors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B–1
HP f LCD Monitors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B–4
Pre-set Video Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B–6
LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy . . . . . . . . . . B–8
Power Cord Set Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B–9
C Agency Regulatory Notices
Federal Communications Commission Notice. . . . . C–1
Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C–2
Cables. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C–2
Declaration of Conformity
for Products Marked with FCC Logo,
United States Only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C–2
Materials Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C–3
Canadian Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C–3
Avis Canadien . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C–3
European Union Regulatory Notice. . . . . . . . . . . . C–4
Disposal of Waste Equipment by Users in
Private Households in the European Union. . . . . . . C–5
Japanese Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C–5
Japanese Power Cord Notice. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C–6
Korean Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C–6
EPA Energy Star Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C–6
HP Recycling Program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C–7

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User’s Guide 1–1
1
Product Features
HP LCD Monitor
The HP LCD (liquid crystal display) Monitor has an active matrix,
thin-film transistor (TFT) screen. This guide discusses five models:
❏HP vs15 LCD Monitor, a 15-inch (38.1 cm) display
❏HP vs17 LCD Monitor, a 17-inch (43.2 cm) display
❏HP vs19 LCD Monitor, a 19-inch (48.3 cm) display
❏HP f1705 LCD Monitor, a 17-inch (43.2 cm) display
❏HP f1905 LCD Monitor, a 19-inch (48.3 cm) display
The vs monitor with internal speakers and the f monitor
(f monitor satellite speakers not shown)

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The flat-panel monitor features:
■Large diagonal viewable area display
■1280 × 1024 factory-set resolution, plus full-screen support for
lower resolutions (HP vs15 LCD Monitor: 1024 x 768)
■Video inputs supported:
❏VGA analog signal
❏DVI-D (select f monitor models only) digital signal
■VGA cable
■Fast response time providing better experience for gaming and
graphics
■Easy to view from a sitting or standing position, or while
moving from one side of the monitor to the other
■Tilt adjustment capabilities (f monitor also has height
adjustment)
■Removable pedestal and Video Electronics Standards
Association (VESA) standard mounting holes for flexible
mounting solutions, including wall-mounting
■Security lock slot for a Kensington lock security cable (security
cable sold separately)
■Plug and Play capability, if supported by your computer system
■On-screen display (OSD) adjustments for ease of setup and
screen optimization (choose English, Simplified Chinese,
French, German, Italian, Spanish, or Dutch)
■Audio connections supported:
❏vs monitors: Integrated stereo speakers with a computer
line out connector and a headphones connector on the
monitor
❏f monitors: Satellite stereo speakers with connectors for
computer line out, an HP subwoofer, and headphones
■Integrated power supply
■Energy Saver to reduce power consumption

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■Compliance with the following regulated specifications:
❏EPA Energy Star
❏European Union CE Directives
❏Swedish MPR II 1990
❏TCO Environmental Requirements
■CD with:
❏Information (INF) file
❏Image Color Matching (ICM) file
❏Auto-adjustment pattern software
❏Safety information
❏TCO Environmental Requirements
❏The User’s Guide
❏Adobe®Acrobat®Reader

Product Features
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User’s Guide 2–1
2
Safety and Maintenance
Guidelines
Important Safety Information
The power cord is designed for use with your monitor. To use a
different cord, use only a power source and connection compatible
with this monitor.
ÅWARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to your
equipment, do not disable the power cord grounding feature. The
grounding plug is an important safety feature. Connect the
equipment to a grounded (earthed) power outlet.
ÅWARNING: For your safety, be sure that the grounded power outlet
you plug the power cord into is easily accessible to the operator and
located as close to the equipment as possible. To disconnect power
from the equipment, unplug the power cord from the power outlet by
grasping the plug firmly. Never pull on the cord.
ÄCAUTION: To protect your monitor, as well as your computer,
connect all power cords for your computer and its peripheral devices
(such as a monitor, printer, or scanner) to a surge protection device
such as a power strip with surge protection 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 your equipment if surge protection fails.

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Safety Precautions
■Use only a power source and connection compatible with 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 your 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.
■Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not walk
on the cord.

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Maintenance Guidelines
To enhance the performance and extend the life of your monitor:
■Do not open your monitor cabinet or attempt to service this
product yourself. If your monitor is not operating properly or
has been dropped or damaged, contact your HP authorized
dealer, reseller, or service provider.
■Adjust only those controls that are described in the operating
instructions.
■Turn your monitor off when not in use. You can substantially
increase the life expectancy of your monitor by using a screen
saver program and turning off the monitor when not in use.
■Keep your monitor in a well-ventilated area, away from
excessive light, heat, or moisture.
■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.
■Unplug your monitor from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do
not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.
■Do not drop your monitor or place it on an unstable surface.
■When removing the monitor base or stand, you must lay the
monitor face down on a soft area to prevent it from getting
scratched, defaced, or broken.

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Cleaning the Monitor
The monitor is a high-quality optical device that requires special
care when cleaning. To clean the monitor, follow these steps:
1. Turn off the computer and the monitor.
2. Unplug your monitor from the wall outlet before cleaning.
ÄCAUTION: Do not use benzene, thinner, ammonia, or any volatile
substances to clean the monitor screen or cabinet. These chemicals
may damage the monitor. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol
cleaners. Never use water to clean an LCD screen.
3. Wipe the screen with a dry, soft, clean cloth.
❏If the screen requires additional cleaning, use an antistatic
screen cleaner.
4. Dust the monitor housing. Use a damp cloth to clean the
cabinet.
❏If the cabinet requires additional cleaning, use a clean
cloth dampened with isopropyl alcohol.
5. Plug in the monitor.
6. Turn on the monitor and the computer.

Safety and Maintenance Guidelines
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Shipping the Monitor
Keep the original packing box in a storage area. You may need it
later if you move or ship your monitor.
■When you ship the vs monitor, remove the base from the
pedestal.
■When you ship the f monitor, prepare it for shipping by
folding it into position.
Removing the vs Monitor Base
Read the following warning and caution statements before
beginning the procedure.
ÅWARNING: Do not remove the base from the pedestal while
the monitor is standing in the upright position. Attempting to remove
the base from the pedestal while the monitor is upright may injure
the user.
ÅWARNING: Before disassembling the monitor, turn off the monitor
power, and disconnect all power, video, and audio cables.
To disconnect power from the equipment, unplug the power cord
from the power outlet by grasping the plug firmly. Never pull on
the cord.
ÄCAUTION: The screen is fragile. Placing the monitor screen down
on a flat, soft area prevents scratches, defacing, or breakage.
To remove the vs monitor base from the pedestal:
1. Disconnect the power, video, and audio cables from the
monitor.
2. Set the monitor screen down on a flat, soft, protected surface
so that the base is just over the edge of the surface.

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3. Holding the panel in place, pinch inside the base 1, as shown
in the following illustration, and then pull the base off the
pedestal 2.
Removing the base from the vs monitor pedestal
4. Pack the base with the monitor panel.
Preparing the f Monitor for Shipping
Read the following warning and caution statements before
beginning the procedure.
ÅWARNING: Before folding the monitor, turn off the monitor power,
and disconnect all power, video, and audio cables. To disconnect
power from the equipment, unplug the power cord from the power
outlet by grasping the plug firmly. Never pull on the cord.
ÄCAUTION: Do not touch the LCD screen; doing so can cause
damage.
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To prepare the f monitor for shipping:
1. Disconnect the power, video, and audio cables from the
monitor.
2. Push the panel straight down to flatten the hinge 1, as shown
in the following illustration. Place the strap that came with the
monitor around the base by threading it through the hinge 2.
Rotate the front of the panel down to a horizontal position 3.
Avoid applying pressure to the LCD screen, doing so can
cause damage.
Folding the f monitor for shipping
ÅWARNING: Do not lay the LCD panel of the monitor on a flat
surface while trying to attach the strap to the monitor base. The
hinge of the base can spring suddenly and this could cause
damage or injury.
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2
1

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